In Episode 1 of Shark: The Storm, the sequel to the 2021 film Shark: The Beginning, Cha Woo-sol (played by Kim Min-seok) embarks on a new chapter after his release from prison. Determined to pursue a career in mixed martial arts (MMA), Woo-sol trains diligently while striving to lead an honorable life alongside his former cellmates. However, their efforts to reintegrate into society are met with challenges, including societal stigma and personal guilt.