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Veteran (2015) Hindi Dubbed

Rating: ⭐3.8/5

Key Elements

Key Element Details
Title Veteran
Original Title Beterang
Genre Action, Crime, Thriller
IMDb Rating 7.1/10
Runtime 2 hours 3 minutes
Country South Korea
Language Korean
Year 2015
Director Ryoo Seung-wan
Writer Ryoo Seung-wan
Main Stars Hwang Jung-min, Yoo Ah-in, Yoo Hae-jin, Oh Dal-su, Jang Yoon-ju
Plot Summary Veteran follows Seo Do-cheol (Hwang Jung-min), a seasoned cop, as he pursues Jo Tae-oh (Yoo Ah-in), a wealthy, corrupt heir to a conglomerate. Tae-oh’s actions lead to the death of an innocent, and Seo Do-cheol will stop at nothing to see justice done. The film is an intense battle of wits and violence between the cop and the privileged criminal.
Themes Justice vs. Corruption, Class and Power Struggles, Revenge and Redemption, Family and Loyalty

Main Characters

Actor Character
Hwang Jung-min Seo Do-cheol (Veteran cop, determined to bring justice)
Yoo Ah-in Jo Tae-oh (Arrogant, corrupt heir to a large conglomerate)
Yoo Hae-jin Choi Sang-moo (Seo Do-cheol's loyal partner)
Oh Dal-su Team Leader Oh (Part of the police team)
Jang Yoon-ju Miss Bong (A character who aids Seo Do-cheol in his investigation)
Shi-hoo Kim Detective Yoon (Member of Seo Do-cheol’s team)
Oh Dae-hwan Detective Wang (Police officer helping Seo Do-cheol)
Jeong Woong-in Chauffeur Bae (Works for Jo Tae-oh)
Jeong Man-sik Manager Jeon (Part of Jo Tae-oh's operations)
Yoo In-young Da-Hye (Jo Tae-oh's associate)
Park So-dam Youngest (Key character involved in Seo Do-cheol's investigation)

Themes and Style

Themes

Theme Details
Justice vs. Corruption The film highlights the tension between a moral cop and an elite criminal who believes the law does not apply to him. Seo Do-cheol’s personal and professional battles depict how ordinary people must fight against powerful, corrupt systems.
Class and Power Struggles The stark contrast between Seo Do-cheol’s working-class values and Jo Tae-oh’s privileged, corrupt lifestyle is central to the film. It sheds light on how power dynamics in society influence behavior and justice.
Revenge and Redemption Seo Do-cheol’s pursuit of justice becomes a mission of personal revenge, while also showing the idea of redemption through his commitment to righting the wrongs done by those in power.
Family and Loyalty The film explores loyalty within the police team and Seo Do-cheol’s devotion to his partners, highlighting the importance of trust in relationships when fighting systemic corruption.

Why Watch?

Final Thoughts

Veteran is a top-tier Korean action thriller that blends suspense, action, and social critique. With strong performances, a compelling story, and sharp commentary on corruption, it's a must-watch for action fans and those interested in Korean cinema.

Fun Fact

Veteran was one of the highest-grossing films in South Korea in 2015, and its success resonated not just because of the action but also due to its critique of the corrupt elite.

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