KMOVIE REVIEW: Boss (2025)
September 30, 2025
The Real Boss in Korean Comedy Films: Boss (보스) Movie Review
When I was creating my watchlist for the Busan International Film Festival 2025 (BIFF), Boss (보스) immediately made it to the list. The main reason? Jung Kyung-ho. I was so excited to see him in person, but unfortunately, he wasn’t able to attend due to scheduling conflicts. Even so, watching Boss was absolutely worth it. In fact, it turned out to be one of the best Korean movies I’ve ever watched.
I’ve always loved mainstream films. I don’t need to overthink or analyze too much. I just want to sit back, enjoy, and laugh. That’s exactly what Boss delivered. It was the perfect mix of action and comedy, with a storyline that felt both familiar and refreshing.
About Boss
Title: Boss (보스)
Running Time: 99 minutes
Main Casts:
Jo Woo-jin as Soon-tae
Jung Kyung-ho as Kang-pyo
Park Ji-hwan as Pan-ho
Lee Kyu-hyung as Tae-gyu
Oh Dal-su as In-sul
Hwang Woo-seul-hye as Ji-yeong, Soon-tae's wife
Jung Yoo-jin as Yeon-im
Ko Chang-seok
Lee Sung-min
Plot: Boss follows rival gang members caught in a fierce struggle, but with a comedic twist. Instead of fighting to become the leader, they’re fighting to avoid becoming the boss. This ironic setup creates hilarious situations while still giving us plenty of action and heart.
What I Loved about Boss
Everything... but no kidding aside here are the things I liked with Boss
Perfect Runtime
At just 99 minutes, the pacing of Boss was spot on. With short-form videos taking over our lives, my attention span has definitely been shrinking. But this movie didn’t drag at all. The story was tight, engaging, and managed to cover everything it needed to without overstaying its welcome.
Amazing Cast Chemistry
If you’ve been following my past Korean movie and drama reviews, you already know how much I fangirl over good cast chemistry. For me, a film isn’t just about one actor giving a great performance. It’s about how the whole cast works together. Even if one actor shines, if the rest don’t click, the movie just doesn’t feel complete.
But in Boss (보스), the cast chemistry was on another level. Jo Woo-jin, Jung Kyung-ho, Park Ji-hwan, and the rest of the team blended so well that it honestly felt like they had been friends for years. I don’t know if they were super close before filming, but their teamwork on screen made every scene flow naturally.
Everything felt so real. It didn’t look like a scripted performance. It looked like genuine people caught in a hilarious situation. That’s what made this Korean action comedy film so much more enjoyable for me.
A Unique Storyline
Most gangster films focus on fighting for power or becoming the leader. Boss flips that idea on its head. The characters are fighting because they don’t want to be the boss. This ironic and refreshing twist gave the film a unique flavor. The comedy never felt forced; it flowed naturally from the absurd situations the characters found themselves in.
For this review, I won't be writing a "What didn't work for me" section mainly because there is nothing to write. ㅋㅋ
My BIFF Guest Visit Experience
One of the highlights of this experience was not only watching Boss during the 30th Busan International Film Festival but also seeing the cast in person (except for Jung Kyung-ho). They were actually sitting just a row behind me, so they got to hear the audience’s laughter firsthand.
After the screening, there was a special hi-bye session with the cast. To top it off, I even received a gift from Lee Kyu-hyung! It was such a memorable and fun fan experience. It made my festival experience unforgettable.
@annyeongruth I’m so glad I watched the Korean film Boss during BIFF 2025! I love the movie so much. Bonus point? I got to meet the casts upclose! #kmovie #kdrama #biff2025 #boss #보스 ♬ nhạc nền - Chuyện nhà Sữa
Overall Thoughts on Boss
⭐ Rating: 5/5 ⭐
Boss is the kind of movie I’d happily rewatch. It’s light, funny, and stress-relieving (exactly the type of film I could also show my parents and be sure they’d enjoy). I laughed from beginning to end, and it completely lifted my mood.
If you’re looking for a Korean action comedy film that balances humor, irony, and great performances, Boss is the real boss of 2025.
As of writing, Boss hasn’t been officially released yet. It will hit theaters in South Korea on October 3, 2025, just in time for the Chuseok holidays. If you’re in Korea during that time, don’t miss it.
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