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"Our Universe" Enjoys Boost In Ratings
tvN’s “Our Universe” continues its run with steady viewership! According to Nielsen Korea, the March 4 broadcast of “Our Universe” garnered an average nationwide viewership rating of 1.8 percent, seeing a 0.4 percent boost from the previous episode ahead of its final three episodes. “Our Universe” is a romance drama that follows Sun Tae Hyung (Bae In Hyuk) and Woo Hyun Jin (Roh Jeong Eui), two in-laws who harbor deep misunderstandings about each other but unexpectedly end up raising their nephew Woo Joo together.
Watch: Lee Jin Woo And Choi Gyu Ri Fall In Love As Their Dads Declare War In "Cabbage Your Life" Teaser
KBS 2TV has shared a new sneak peek of its upcoming drama “Cabbage Your Life”! “Cabbage Your Life” follows the chaotic story of Sung Tae Hoon (Park Sung Woong)’s family, who suddenly end up living in the village of Yeonriri, as they struggle to return to their original home of Seoul. The new teaser begins with Sung Tae Hoon, who successfully climbed the ranks to become a department head at a large corporation using his talent alone, suddenly arriving in the rural village of Yeonriri. Explaining the assignment he’s received from his company, Sung Tae Hoon confidently announces, “I’ve come to develop cabbage.” However, he soon finds himself facing a major obstacle in the form of Im Joo Hyung (Lee Seo Hwan), the head of the village. Im Joo Hyung makes no secret of his hostility towards the new arrival in the village, warning others, “No matter what, don’t help Sung Tae Hoon.” Due to Im Joo Hyung’s interference, Sung Tae Hoon faces difficulties with his farming, and the growing conflict between the two men eventually escalates into a physical altercation. An infuriated Sung Tae Hoon finally declares, “We’re at war with that family! War!” But unbeknownst to these two feuding dads, love is blossoming between their children. Sung Tae Hoon’s son Sung Ji Cheon (Lee Jin Woo) and Im Joo Hyung’s daughter Im Bo Mi (Choi Gyu Ri). Despite the bitter war between their fathers, the young couple can’t help falling in love. A smitten Sung Ji Cheon says, “When I’m with Bo Mi, it feels like even difficult problems become simple. I like it.” As their feelings for one another grow, Im Bo Mi says, “Let’s keep this a secret.” “Cabbage Your Life” will premiere on March 26 at 9:50 p.m. KST.
Kim Jun Han Dishes On His Upcoming Drama "Mad Concrete Dreams"
Kim Jun Han has shared his thoughts on his upcoming drama “Mad Concrete Dreams”! “Mad Concrete Dreams” is a thriller drama that follows Ki Soo Jong (Ha Jung Woo), a struggling landlord who becomes entangled in crime to protect his family and property. Although he achieves the coveted status of a landlord, mounting debts lead him to participate in a staged kidnapping. However, the plan spirals out of control as the fake kidnapping turns dangerously real. Kim Jun Han will play Min Hwal Seong, a close friend of Ki Soo Jong. The handsome and smooth-talking Min Hwal Seong successfully marries Jeon Yi Kyung (Krystal), the daughter a of wealthy family, but he becomes a son-in-law who lives with and is dependent on his in-laws. After repeated failures in investments and business, he gradually becomes virtually invisible within the family. In a desperate bid to gain validation from his wife and mother-in-law, he scrambles to accumulate wealth, but his actions gradually spiral out of control. Talking about the character of Min Hwal Seong, Kim Jun Han shared, “The character has room for multiple interpretations, which made me want to play the role.” He continued, “Min Hwal Seong is someone who lives by a very unique set of standards. While his choices seem justified to him, they come across as shocking and fascinating to an outside observer. Playing him, with all his unexpected words and actions, was actually a lot of fun.” On why he chose to star in the drama, Kim Jun Han explained, “Perhaps because the script was written by a novelist-turned-screenwriter, it was full of unique and interesting elements. The plot developments and the characters’ choices unfolded in unpredictable directions. Also, the chance to work with director Im Pil Sung and collaborate with such talented senior and junior actors left me no reason not to choose this project.” Speaking about Ha Jung Woo, who plays his close friend in the drama, Kim Jun Han said, “I’ve admired him for a long time, both as a fellow actor and as a fan, so meeting him through this drama was very exciting. On set, watching him carry the weight of the main role and lead the production with strong leadership taught me a lot.” In the drama, the proposal Min Hwal Seong makes to Ki Soo Jong, who is in danger of losing his building, winds up having major ramifications for the two friends. Describing their relationship, Kim Jun Han stated, “To Min Hwal Seong, Ki Soo Jong is a friend who has become a completely natural part of his life.” “Mad Concrete Dreams” is set to premiere on March 14 at 9:10 p.m. KST.
Park Jin Hee Misunderstands Kim Kyung Bo And Chun Hee Joo’s Relationship In “Pearl In Red”
“Pearl in Red” has unveiled new stills ahead of tonight’s broadcast! “Pearl in Red” tells a gripping revenge story about two women who return under false identities to expose the sins and buried truths of the Adele family. Spoilers Previously, Kim Dan Hee (Park Jin Hee) learned through Baek Joon Ki (Nam Sung Jin) that decisive evidence capable of identifying the culprit who killed her twin sister Kim Myung Hee (also played by Park Jin Hee) could be secured, giving her hope that her long quest for revenge might finally come to an end. Meanwhile, Park Min Joon (Kim Kyung Bo) had secretly been preparing to study abroad in the U.K. with Baek Jin Joo (Nam Sang Ji) without Kim Dan Hee’s knowledge. Ahead of the broadcast, newly released stills capture Kim Dan Hee appearing on Park Min Joon’s campus. After coincidentally learning news about Park Min Joon, she rushes to the school. What prompted her urgent visit? Other photos capture the three-way encounter between Kim Dan Hee, Park Min Joon, and Choi Yoo Na (Chun Hee Joo). Upon seeing Choi Yoo Na with Park Min Joon, Kim Dan Hee misunderstands their relationship. However, while Park Min Joon appears flustered and avoids conversation under Kim Dan Hee’s sharp interrogation, Choi Yoo Na’s noticeably pleased expression creates a striking contrast, further piquing interest. Curiosity is mounting over how this meeting will alter the previously peaceful relationship between Kim Dan Hee and Park Min Joon. At the same time, anticipation is building over how Choi Yoo Na’s entrance will later send shockwaves through the revenge plot. Episode 8 of “Pearl in Red” airs on March 4 at 7:50 p.m. KST.
3 Reasons To Look Forward To Park Jinyoung And Kim Min Ju's Upcoming Romance Drama “Still Shining”
Upcoming drama “Still Shining” has revealed three key reasons why viewers should be excited for its premiere! “Still Shining” is a drama about young people who once shared a world of their own and gradually become each other’s source of trust and the light that guides their lives. Park Jinyoung stars as Yeon Tae Seo, while Kim Min Ju plays Mo Eun Ah. Ahead of its premiere, here are three reasons to look forward to the drama: Reliable main leads and production team “Still Shining” is receiving intense interest due to the pairing of two young actors, Park Jinyoung and Kim Min Ju, who have both established themselves as “icons of first love” through various projects. The two actors are expected to fully immerse themselves in the lives of Yeon Tae Seo and Mo Eun Ah, creating deep romantic chemistry. The drama is also garnering attention for the collaboration between director Kim Yoon Jin of “Our Beloved Summer” and writer Lee Sook Yeon of “One Fine Spring Day” and “On the Way to the Airport.” Expectations are high for the synergy between the acclaimed director-writer duo and the chemistry of its reliable leads. The bittersweet reunion between Yeon Tae Seo and Mo Eun Ah In the drama, Yeon Tae Seo first meets Mo Eun Ah during the summer break of his third year at his new high school. Tae Seo lives fully in the present, making the most of each day, while Eun Ah constantly contemplates the path she should take and pursues her dreams. As they navigate their own intense daily lives, they support and love each other, building cherished memories of first love. By the time they turn 20, they experience a painful separation. When they unexpectedly meet again at 30, the memories and emotions of their youth come rushing back, stirring the adults they’ve become. It remains to be seen if Yeon Tae Seo and Mo Eun Ah—who were once each other’s light—can shine in each other’s world once again. The diverse stories of the supporting characters Viewers should also look forward to the characters surrounding Yeon Tae Seo and Mo Eun Ah, including their family, colleagues, friends, and other complex relationships. The diverse storylines of the supporting characters—including Bae Sung Chan (Shin Jae Ha) who always supports Mo Eun Ah, Im Ah Sol (Park Se Hyun) who has long admired Yeon Tae Seo from afar, Tae Seo’s younger brother Yeon Hee Seo (Sung Yoo Bin) who always puts family first, and Mo Eun Ah’s father Mo Sun Kyu (Kim Tae Hoon) with his partner Park So Hyun (Kim Ji Hyun)—will add fun to the drama. “Still Shining” is set to premiere on March 6 at 8:50 p.m. KST.
Lee Seo Hwan And Nam Kwon Ah Are A Proud Village Head Couple In “Cabbage Your Life”
“Cabbage Your Life” has unveiled new stills of village head couple Lee Seo Hwan and Nam Kwon Ah! “Cabbage Your Life” follows the chaotic story of Sung Tae Hoon’s (Park Sung Woong) city family, who suddenly find themselves living in Yeonriri village as they struggle to make their way back to Seoul. While Park Sung Woong and Lee Soo Kyung portray a married couple navigating the challenges of adapting to rural life, Lee Seo Hwan and Nam Kwon Ah join the story as Yeonriri’s village head couple, bringing both commotion and lively energy to the community. Lee Seo Hwan plays Im Joo Hyung, the devoted village head of Yeonriri who cares deeply for his hometown. Although he shows subtle hostility toward Sung Tae Hoon’s company “Mat Story,” he also doesn’t hide his envy and jealousy toward Tae Hoon, a former major corporation department head. Nam Kwon Ah takes on the role of Nam Hye Sun, the true power broker of Yeonriri and the head of the village women’s association. On the surface, she exudes the aura of a tough, no-nonsense leader and hidden authority figure, but underneath, she is warm and compassionate. Running both a café and a hair salon, she serves as Yeonriri’s key source of news. The new stills capture Lee Seo Hwan and Nam Kwon Ah’s complete transformations into Im Joo Hyung and Nam Hye Sun. Wearing a fluorescent cap emblazoned with “Yeonriri” and proudly sporting an armband that reads “Village Head,” Im Joo Hyung radiates the unmistakable presence of a longtime local leader who cherishes his town. Meanwhile, from warm smiles to looks of surprise, Nam Hye Sun’s ever-changing expressions spark curiosity about the events unfolding in the seemingly peaceful yet subtly fierce village of Yeonriri. “Cabbage Your Life” premieres on March 26 at 9:50 p.m. KST.