The Con Is On—And It’s Artfully Done
Park Minyoung, Park Heesoon, and Joo Jonghyuk aren’t just pulling off heists—they’re delivering justice one scam at a time. In episode 4 of Confidence Man KR, the trio set their sights on high-profile art critic Yoo Myunghan (played by Lee Ikyeong), unmasking him as the kingpin behind a massive forgery and abuse racket.
High Stakes at a Glamorous Charity Auction
With smoke, mirrors, and a bit of musical flair (shoutout to cameo star Rowoon of SF9), the team crashes an elite charity party. Park Minyoung’s character, Yoon Iran, poses as a top auction rep, while Joo Jonghyuk goes full chaebol cosplay. Their mission? Infiltrate Yoo’s secret ledger—aptly named the ‘Yoo Myunghan List’—linking him to art fraud and political corruption.
Drugs, Fake Art, and Flawed Legacy
After sneaking into Yoo’s safe, the team unveils shocking footage: Yoo drugging and coercing unknown artists like Kim Bora (Jeon Iju), forcing them to produce forgeries. Viewers were left gasping as the dark truth emerged—this acclaimed critic wasn’t discovering new talent; he was enslaving it.
The Long Con Pays Off
In classic Confidence Man style, the team plants a fake art legacy spun from the fictional painter Jeong Myungshin. Hooked by the tale, Yoo drops 5 billion won (yes, that’s about $4 million) to secure exclusive rights—only for Bora’s mom to publicly reveal, “That’s me. I’m Jeong Myungshin… and I run a seaside gift shop.”
Yoo’s downfall is complete when masked footage of his crimes—and a painfully humiliating bathroom video—are broadcast live. From chained artists to chain of command, everything crumbles fast. Yoo is arrested, guilty on everything from forgery to drug trafficking.
But the Story Isn’t Over Yet
The final scene takes a haunting turn. Yoon Iran deletes a secret file involving Yoo Kangil, hinting at a painful chapter from her past. As she arrives at an abandoned mansion, familiar memories flash—childhood trauma, a rescue by James (Park Heesoon), and a painting that unravels in tears and mystery.
Fans are now buzzing with theories. Was James her guardian? What’s in that deleted file? And who really is Yoon Iran beneath the deception?
Fans Are Living for It
- “That was revenge done right—pure catharsis!”
- “Park Minyoung nailed it. Her stare could cut diamonds.”
- “Park Heesoon in disguise is a genre of its own!”
- “Joo Jonghyuk stole every scene. Maknae power!”
With top rankings on Coupang Play and cliffhangers sharp enough to slice glass, Confidence Man KR is quickly becoming Korea’s slickest heist series—and we’re just getting started.
