Tazza 4: The Song of Beelzebub

"Tazza 4: The Song of Beelzebub" is gearing up to bring high-stakes gambling, intense rivalries, and revenge to the big screen in 2026, continuing the beloved "Tazza" film franchise.

Overview

"Tazza 4: The Song of Beelzebub" (Korean title: "타짜: 벨제붑의 노래") is a South Korean crime drama film directed by Choi Kook-hee. It is the fourth installment in the "Tazza" movie series, adapted from the manhwa "Tazza" by Heo Young Man (with the fourth arc specifically "Tazza: Beelzebub's Song" by Heo Young-man and Kim Se-young). Set in the early 2000s, the story explores the high-stakes world of poker and gambling, focusing on themes of friendship, betrayal, desire, and revenge. Filming took place from September 2025 to January 2026, with production handled by Sidus and distribution by CJ ENM. It is slated for release in 2026.

Plot Synopsis

The film depicts the desires, confrontations, and revenge between two high school best friends, Jang Tae-young and Park Tae-young. Both enter KAIST together, but Jang Tae-young's life crumbles after Park Tae-young's betrayal. Jang Tae-young turns to the gambling world, particularly poker, to seek revenge. Jang Tae-young's older sister, Jang Tae-hee, becomes a catalyst for their rivalry, while Kaneko gets entangled in the revenge plot. Their paths cross again at a global gambling event with sky-high stakes, leading to a fierce battle between former allies.

Cast & Characters

Main Cast

• Byun Yo-han as Jang Tae-young: The protagonist, a gambler with a natural knack for attracting money who starts a poker business venture but faces ruin due to betrayal.
• Roh Jae-won as Park Tae-young: The main rival and former best friend, a naturally gifted poker player who becomes obsessed with success after entering the business.
• Im Se-mi as Jang Tae-hee: Jang Tae-young's older sister, whose actions spark the fateful rivalry between the two men.
• Ayaka Miyoshi as Kaneko: A key character, the general director of a company backed by a Japanese yakuza organization, who becomes interested in the protagonists' poker business and aids in the revenge plot.
• Swings (Moon Ji-hoon) as King Kong: A high school classmate entangled in the betrayal and revenge.

Additional Cast

• Jo Woo-jin in a special appearance as Kwak Dong-wook, a mentor figure in gambling.

Reception

The "Tazza" franchise has a strong legacy of box office success and acclaim for its gripping portrayals of the gambling underworld across previous installments.

Fun Facts & Highlights

First Poster Symbolism

The mysterious first poster features a poker card with a fly and a bloodstained fingerprint, symbolizing Beelzebub (the lord of the flies), building intrigue around the film's dark themes.

A Fresh Chapter

This marks a fresh chapter with new characters and a period setting in the early 2000s, distinct from prior films while maintaining the series' signature tension and psychological gambits.

Cross-Border Star Power

The inclusion of Japanese actress Ayaka Miyoshi adds cross-border star power.

Author’s Vision for the Future

Original manhwa author Heo Young-man has expressed ambitions for the series to continue like the James Bond films if successful.

Final Thoughts

"Tazza 4: The Song of Beelzebub" promises to deliver the franchise's trademark blend of sharp card games, complex character dynamics, and high-tension drama. With a talented ensemble led by Byun Yo-han and strong supporting performances, it looks set to be a compelling addition for fans of crime thrillers and gambling sagas. The story of fractured friendship and ruthless revenge in the poker world is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Where to Watch

Theatrical Release

The film is expected to release in theaters in South Korea in 2026.

Main Role

Roh Jae-Won Byun Yo-Han Im Se-Mi Swings Ayaka Miyoshi

Guest Role

Chloe Park Go Shin-Won Han Tae-Ha

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