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Title: Shin Hyun-jun’s Son Wasn’t His Biological Child…Rumors Spread by Company in ‘Iron Family’
The drama opened with a powerful introduction featuring Kim Sae-rok and Kim Jung-hyun’s tumultuous family history.
The KBS 2TV special weekend drama “Iron Family” (directed by Seong Jun-hae and Seo Yong-soo, written by Seo Sook-hyang, produced by Kiista and Monster Union), which premiered on the 28th of last month, has set the weekend home theater ablaze with the intertwining stories of Seogangju’s (played by Kim Jung-hyun) wealthy family and the family of Lee Da-rim (played by Kim Sae-rok) from Cheongryeom Laundry.
The audience’s intense interest in “Iron Family” has been evident across various communities and social media platforms. After the broadcast, viewers responded with comments like, “All the veteran actors are here,” “Seo Sook-hyang is writing a weekend drama. I can’t wait for the next episode,” “This is the only show to watch on weekends,” “The Cheongryeom Laundry family’s story is so heartbreaking,” and “The chemistry between Gang-ju, Seung-don, and Ji-yeon is so charming,” showcasing a variety of reactions. The show has provided comfort to viewers on weekend evenings, summarizing the family narratives of the two main characters.
# The Blind Youngest Daughter of Cheongryeom Laundry, Lee Da-rim
The first-generation owners of Cheongryeom Laundry, An Gil-rye (played by Kim Young-ok) and Lee Man-deok (played by Park In-hwan), dedicated themselves to supporting their son Lee Jong-goo (played by Ahn Tae-kyung), who was studying for the civil service exams. However, Jong-goo tragically passed away before he could fulfill his dreams, leaving his wife Ko Bong-hee (played by Park Ji-young) to raise their three children and support her in-laws alone. Bong-hee’s story, as she manages to run the laundry and fulfill her role as the head of the family, tugs at the viewers’ heartstrings.
Moreover, Bong-hee’s youngest daughter, Da-rim, who is visually impaired, learns that there is a chance she could regain her sight, but the doctor informs her that the surgery will cost a staggering amount. Aware that 800 million won is an unrealistically large sum for her struggling family, Da-rim decides not to tell them about the situation.
Later, Bong-hee answers a call meant for Da-rim and discovers that her daughter is seeking a loan of 800 million won. With a trembling heart, Bong-hee calls Da-rim’s doctor. The broadcast builds anticipation as viewers wonder how Bong-hee will manage to raise such an enormous sum for her daughter’s surgery.
# Seogang Group Heir Seo Gang-ju and Why He Became an Outcast at Work
Chairman of the Seogang Group, Ji Seung-don (played by Shin Hyun-jun), spread rumors within the company that his adopted son Gang-ju was not his biological child, intending to raise him with a strong sense of independence. As a result, Gang-ju has become an underappreciated executive among his team members, eliciting sympathy. Despite Ji Seung-don openly admitting to spreading the rumor, Gang-ju holds respect for his father, adding intrigue to their relationship.
# A Huge Secret of Seogang Group’s Lady, Baek Ji-yeon
A monumental secret about Gang-ju’s mother and Seung-don’s wife, Baek Ji-yeon (played by Kim Hye-eun), has been revealed. Ji-yeon has hidden 10 billion won, inherited from her late father Baek Woong (played by Lee Won-jong), deep within the house. For 15 years, she has kept this a secret and now urgently needs to withdraw 2 billion won for an investment.
Meanwhile, the family driver, Oh Min-ki (played by Kang Duk-jung), is seen communicating secretly with someone and attempting to break into Ji-yeon’s house, raising questions about his intentions.
In this way, “Iron Family” amplifies dramatic curiosity about how the lives of Gang-ju and Da-rim’s families, who lead completely opposite lives, will intertwine. Additionally, viewers are eager to see what choices Bong-hee will make for her daughter who needs medical treatment, and whether Min-ki will uncover Ji-yeon’s secret.
KBS 2TV’s special weekend drama “Iron Family” will air its third episode on Saturday, the 5th, at 8 PM.