Min Joon-ki, the main character from the 1997 South Korean film “Beat,” is portrayed by Jung Woo-sung. He is a tough and fearless high school dropout known for his brawling skills and loyalty to his friends, especially Tae-soo and Hwan-gyu. Min comes from a troubled background, with a widowed alcoholic mother, which shapes his tough personality. Despite his rough exterior, he has a complicated romantic relationship with Romy, a girl from an upper-class family who dreams of attending a prestigious college. After dropping out of high school, Min is introduced to the mob life by his best friend Tae-soo and navigates the dangerous world of organized crime. His journey is marked by personal and emotional challenges, including his tumultuous relationship with Romy and his efforts to support his struggling mother. The film “Beat,” based on a bestselling graphic novel by Huh Young-man and directed by Kim Sung-su, explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the harsh realities of life for young people in South Korea.