Thrilling Heist and Unexpected Twists in 'Confidence Queen' Episode 2

TV CHOSUN's weekend mini-series 'Confidence Queen' delivered a thrilling episode as Park Min-young, Park Hee-soon, and Jo Jong-hyuk successfully executed a heist, capturing Jung Woong-in's 50 billion won slush fund, leading to his arrest and donation of the funds.

The episode aired on September 7th, showcasing the protagonists' ingenious plans and strong chemistry, providing viewers with a mix of humor, social commentary, and mystery. The series proved to be more than just a comedic caper.

In episode 2, the team, consisting of Yoon Yi-rang (Park Min-young), James (Park Hee-soon), and Myung Goo-ho (Jo Jong-hyuk), devised a plan to deceive the suspicious Jeon Tae-soo (Jung Woong-in). The episode also revealed a glimpse into Yoon Yi-rang's past, where she was kidnapped as a child.

Myung Goo-ho narrowly avoided being exposed by Jeon Tae-soo, thanks to his quick thinking, while Yoon Yi-rang celebrated Jeon Tae-soo's gullibility. Jeon Tae-soo then tested their loyalty by instructing them to transport a hard case with a password to the Philippines, emphasizing secrecy.

Upon arrival in the Philippines, Yoon Yi-rang and Myung Goo-ho were kidnapped by a courier (Hyun Bong-sik), who threatened to harm Myung Goo-ho unless they testified against Jeon Tae-soo. Yoon Yi-rang boldly responded, "Please use the ring finger instead," showcasing her bravery. Jeon Tae-soo appeared just in time to save Myung Goo-ho, who convincingly acted out his gratitude, earning Jeon Tae-soo's trust.

Jeon Tae-soo, fearing an imminent raid, decided to move his 50 billion won slush fund to a villa in Manila. Yoon Yi-rang suggested a plan to bypass airport security using a special device, and they headed to the airport with the funds.

However, a sudden inspection by a sniffer dog led to Myung Goo-ho's arrest and the seizure of 1 billion won. In a tense moment, Yoon Yi-rang proposed a new plan, using a charity campaign to transport the funds via a chartered plane. Myung Goo-ho posed as the 'CEO of the Sand Foundation' to secure the plane.

On the day of the operation, as Jeon Tae-soo gave a media interview, the money-laden boxes were loaded onto the plane. Jeon Tae-soo, suspicious after reading an article, confronted Myung Goo-ho, but the plane's turbulence disrupted his plans. Yoon Yi-rang and James, disguised as the co-pilot, seized the opportunity to jettison the money bags from the plane, leaving Jeon Tae-soo stranded with empty bags.

After the successful con, the team shared their stories. Yoon Yi-rang revealed that their plan was meticulously calculated, including Myung Goo-ho's role as the perfect candidate for Jeon Tae-soo's trust. James had orchestrated fake tax agents and created false documents to deceive Jeon Tae-soo.

Despite Myung Goo-ho's initial frustration, he was moved by the news that the laundered money was anonymously donated to a youth shelter, saving it from closure. Meanwhile, Jeon Tae-soo was arrested for child abuse and illegal confinement.

In a mysterious twist, Yoon Yi-rang, pretending to sleep, recalled her past kidnapping and stared at a board with Myung Goo-ho's photo labeled 'culprit.' She ominously whispered "Checkmate," leaving viewers intrigued.

'Confidence Queen' is available on TV CHOSUN and Coupang Play in Korea, and globally on Amazon Prime Video in 240 countries and regions.