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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nine puzzles: Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku talk about the possibility of sequel plans
Nine Puzzles , a psychological thriller series, has left audiences wanting more since its debut on 21st May 2025. Within the first week, the series hit the top charts for the most streamed Korean content. With the finale now available to watch, audiences are left with lingering questions. And the most pressing one among them is whether the suspenseful story of Nine Puzzles will continue with a second season. In a recent interview, Son Suk Ku , who plays the series' cynical detective Han Saem , discussed the potential for a follow-up. The star was open and truthful in his approach to the subject. "I don't think there will be a season 2," he stated, while lightly laughing over the pressure he's received in response to that opinion. He recalled from a previous interview, "In a previous interview, I said that there would be no season 2, but the reporters asked, 'Why are you trampling on the fans' expectations and hopes?'" Son clarified that his caution is rooted in his desire to avoid creating unrealistic expectations, despite the humorous tone. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Although he acknowledged that he hadn't thought of it himself, he pointed out that the authors could make the story longer. himself. "The reason I'm speaking so negatively is that I don't want to get people's hopes up for something that might not exist... There were no discussions about a season 2," he confirmed. He went on to speak about how, in the past, due to rising fan demands, exceptions had been made. 'Although in the past, D.P. Season 2 was made because the fans wanted it. Some fans have also asked for a second season of My Liberation Notes." Despite this, he remained firm in his assessment: "I think the chances are very slim. Not just due to scheduling conflicts, but because of various other circumstances. I don't think it's likely." The main character in the mystery, Ena, is portrayed by actress Kim Da Mi , who also commented on the sequel debate. Kim affirmed that there are currently no clear plans for a second season. She did not, however, totally rule out the possibility of going back, so there is hope for the future still. 'There haven't been any talks about a Season 2," she said. "I'd have to think about it. If there is a Season 2, it should be different from Season 1 but still keep the parts fans loved. That's something I'd need to consider." Nine Puzzles revolves around Ena, a criminal profiler who is haunted by her past, as she was the sole witness to the gruesome murder that happened a decade ago. Even though time has gone by, the trauma still affects her and others who continue to believe she was involved, particularly Detective Han Saem. Ena and Han Saem are reluctantly dragged into a combined investigation when a fresh string of killings appears, each with a puzzle piece. With its finale out, the series is available to stream on Disney+.
Pink Villa
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Nine Puzzles Season 2 'chances are slim'? Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku break silence on Disney+ sequel plans
Nine Puzzles, a Disney+ psychological thriller, has impressed audiences since its premiere. Within its first week, the series surged in popularity. It quickly claimed the position of the second-most-watched Korean content on the platform. With its finale now available to stream, viewers are left with lingering questions. And the most prominent among them is whether the suspenseful story of Nine Puzzles will continue with a second season. Son Suk Ku reacts to sequel speculation Son Suk Ku, who plays the skeptical detective Han Saem in the series, addressed the possibility of a follow-up during a recent interview. The actor approached the topic with both honesty and frankness. He stated outright, 'I don't think there will be a season 2,' while chuckling over the pressure he's received in response to that opinion. He recalled a prior interview, 'In a previous interview, I said that there would be no season 2, but the reporters asked, 'Why are you trampling on the fans' expectations and hopes?'' But behind the lighthearted tone, Son emphasized that his caution stems from not wanting to fuel unrealistic expectations. He noted the writers could expand the story but admitted he hadn't considered it himself. 'The reason I'm speaking so negatively is that I don't want to get people's hopes up for something that might not exist... There were no discussions about a season 2,' he confirmed. Still, he acknowledged that fan enthusiasm has made a difference in the past. 'Although, in the past, D.P Season 2 was made because the fans wanted it. Some fans have also asked for a second season of My Liberation Notes.' Despite this precedent, he remained firm in his assessment: 'I think the chances are very slim. Not just due to scheduling conflicts, but because of various other circumstances. I don't think it's likely.' Kim Da Mi offers a thoughtful perspective Actress Kim Da Mi, who portrays Ena, the central figure of the mystery, also weighed in on the sequel discussion. Kim confirmed that no concrete plans for a second season have been proposed. However, she didn't completely shut down the idea of returning, leaving the door open for future possibilities. 'There haven't been any talks about a Season 2,' she said. 'I'd have to think about it. If there is a Season 2, it should be different from Season 1, but still keep the parts fans loved. That's something I'd need to really consider.' Nine Puzzles plot Nine Puzzles unfolds around Ena, a criminal profiler haunted by her past as the sole witness to a grisly, unsolved murder that occurred a decade ago. Though time has passed, the trauma lingers; not just for her, but for those who still suspect her of being involved, especially Detective Han Saem. When a new series of murders emerge, each accompanied by puzzle pieces, Ena and Han Saem are reluctantly drawn into a joint investigation.
Indian Express
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Heavenly Ever After first impression: Skip Son Suk Ku's K-drama if you are not ready for the most unconventional romance yet
Can we already call Son Suk Ku the king of unconventional roles? Because with each passing spring, this 42-year-old adds something new to the table—something that leaves fans either wiping away tears, lost in thought, or counting down the days until he returns with another banger. And Netflix, which is usually quite picky with its K-content (minus some slips like Lovely Runner, which the platform clearly underestimated), couldn't let this one go, especially after it raked in millions with Son Suk Ku and Kim Ji Won's slice-of-life comfort drama My Liberation Notes and the success of The Killer Paradox. This time, he's paired with the beloved Kim Hye Ja, known for playing (The legendary Ajumma) grandmother roles in many K-dramas. Heavenly Ever After falls into the romance genre, but how? Are we about to witness the biggest age gap in K-drama history? Correct. While it might sound strange, somewhere in urban South Korea, two lovebirds die and reunite in the afterlife, only to be faced with a not-so-heavenly treatment. Han Ji Min's character arc, still under wraps, could be a little annoying for those who have already fallen for this oddly beautiful pairing. Son Suk Ku reunites with My Liberation Notes director, with Lee Nam Gyu penning the concept, he's already known for writing out-of-the-box scripts like Behind Your Touch and Daily Dose of Sunshine. Son Suk Ku, Kim Hye Ja, Han Ji Min's Heavenly Ever After skip or stream The concept of heaven has always fascinated humankind, but the fear of not being able to reunite with your loved ones there could be the most terrifying aspect. In the show, however, 80-year-old Kim Hye Ja (Lee Hae Sook) is fortunate enough to be granted a chance to go to heaven, even though she initially thought the opposite. After spending her entire life as a loan shark following her husband's accident that left him bedridden and unable to walk, Hae Sook is relieved to find that her husband chose her to join him in heaven. However, she feels betrayed when she discovers that he has chosen to spend eternity in his 30s while she walks into heaven in her 80s, recalling his last words, 'You were pretty at 20. And you were pretty at 40. But you… you're the prettiest now.' The story hooks you from the first episode, and by the second, you're drawn into the humour, the confusion, and the intriguing way the plot develops, after Hae Sook, encounters a much younger-looking Nak Jun (Son Suk Ku), who is not thrilled to see his wife appear five decades older. But Nak Jun is still happy to meet his Jagiya (darling). He is happy to run again, give her a piggyback ride, and love her just as he always did. Yet, for Hae Sook, the judgmental stares from others irritate her. She constantly looks at her wrinkles in the mirror, blaming her husband for having entered heaven in his youthful form. The story also features Lee Jung Eun as Lee Young Ae, who is left behind after Hae Sook dies. Young Ae, raised by a woman the society labeled as cruel, always believed her boss would eventually make it to heaven, no matter what. She becomes a daughter-like figure in their small family, fulfilling a promise Hae Sook made to one of her debtors. Without a second thought, the show is shaping up to be another slice-of-life comfort, just days after Park Bo Gum and IU's When Life Gives You Tangerines ended—only this time, with a heavenly touch. JTBC K-dramas somehow always know how to serve up stories full of life lessons, and this one steps right into that space like Rain or Shine, Nevertheless and so on. The story immediately grabs attention with Hae Sook's sharp wit and morally grey actions in the show's initial dark-toned environment, while also grounding her in emotional depth through her devotion to her paralysed husband. One of the standout lines that captures Hye Ja's life dilemma goes: 'Don't you feel sorry for me? My husband's accident left him paraplegic. I started giving out loans using his insurance money before I was even 30. I get humiliated at the market every day. They say I'm heartless and cruel. Don't you feel sorry for me?' If you're open to K-dramas that go beyond any trope, then you might want to give Heavenly Ever After a watch. Our Take Just the presence of award-winning stars Son Suk Ku and Kim Hye Ja was enough to lure me into this new Netflix show, even though I was a little hesitant about the plot at first. But that hesitation flew out the window the moment Kim Hye Ja lifted her umbrella in style, flashing that sassy smile, mastering the art of protecting herself from getting drenched and pelted with water, fish, and more, all for simply asking for her money back. I'm not here for romance or another sob-fest, I'm here for the fresh and original concept. A show that dares to explore a side of life (and afterlife) no one really talks about: the beauty of fulfilling what you couldn't do while alive. The heaven we all daydream about, with its own terms and conditions. Like, fine print no one bothered to read. A version where your pets become your owners. Two episodes in, I'm thrilled by how the show flips the afterlife on its head, serving a fresh, never-seen-before version that no book or bedtime story ever dared to tell. I'm rooting for Hye Ja and Suk Ku's chemistry, while counting down to Han Ji Min's (Love Scout) grand entry, ready to stir things up with a love triangle. Heavenly Ever After has standout elements that won't be for everyone, especially if unconventional pairings make you uncomfortable, because this one definitely goes off the beaten path. What caught me off guard were the social media reactions. This was praise flying in from fans who usually gatekeep the classic K-drama formula. It felt like someone cracked open a window. A fresh breeze, finally. Proof that the K-drama audience is growing up, mixing things up, and actually open to shows that dare to be different.
Tatler Asia
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
8 most passive-aggressive K-drama characters (and why we still love them)
2. Park Yeon-jin ('The Glory') Above She may not be the hero, but she has the best lines. Sure, she's technically a villain. But Yeon-jin (Lim Ji-yeon) isn't the slap-you-in-public type. She's more 'I'll ruin your life and then gaslight you over a glass of wine'. Her attacks are polished, well-planned and devastatingly poised. And somehow, she still manages to deliver some of the series' most meme-able, deliciously toxic lines. Why we love her: Because she's the Regina George of K-dramas—and sometimes we like our villains with great cheekbones and better dialogue. Also read: Dressed to dominate: 6 ways K-drama heroines used fashion to showcase their power 3. Jo Tae-hoon ('My Liberation Notes') Above Passive-aggression doesn't always come ice-cold. (Photo: JTBC) Jo Tae-hoon (Lee Ki-woo) is the emotionally repressed friend we all know. His passive-aggression isn't loud. It's in the sighs, the late replies and the 'I'm fine' that means absolutely the opposite. He weaponises detachment like a stoic poet, and yet, we ache for him. Why we love him: Because sometimes the most cutting line is silence, and no one does it better than Tae-hoon. 4. Seo Dan ('Crash Landing on You') Above Sometimes, passive-aggressive behaviour appears in the way you dress. The ice queen of Pyongyang, Seo Dan (Seo Ji-hye), could freeze a man's soul with a single glance. Her brand of passive-aggression is couture-level elegant. Remember how she entered that cafe in jaw-dropping style? How about when she shut her judgmental friends up when a handsome man came to pick her up? Dan is the type who'll tell you she's fine while slowly suffocating you with her disapproval. And yet, her heartbreak? Utterly relatable. Why we love her: Because she's the ex-girlfriend we'd never cross, but we'd definitely follow on Instagram. And yes, she's the ex-girlfriend we'd want to emulate. Don't miss: Seo Ji-Hye: 7 most stylish looks from the Korean actress 5. Yoon Se-ri's Mom ('Crash Landing on You') Above We love this mom's redemption arc though (Photo: IMBD) Oh, the things unsaid. Se-ri's mother could write a masterclass in emotionally withholding parenting. Her dialogue dances on the edge of cruelty, laced in silk and soft lighting. A compliment from her is a rare celestial event. A backhanded one? That's every Tuesday. Why we love her: Because even though she makes Lady Catherine de Bourgh look nurturing, we can't stop watching. 6. Cheon Seo-jin ('The Penthouse') Above Passive-aggressive characters are never as elegant as Cheon Seo-jin. (Photo: SBS) In the symphony of chaos that is Hera Palace, Cheon Seo-jin (Kim So-yeon) conducts drama like a maestro in couture. As the venom-laced soprano with a voice as sharp as her stilettos, she doesn't yell—she destroys with icy glares, chilling whispers and the occasional well-placed sabotage. Whether she's gaslighting her daughter or belting out an aria in between murder cover-ups, Cheon Seo-jin is the epitome of poisonous elegance. Why we love her: Because no one makes being terrible look this fabulous. And let's face it—no villainess ever did a power ballad breakdown quite like her. Don't miss: The Penthouse hangover: 5 similar K-dramas you should watch 7. Kim Joo-young ('Sky Castle') Above Does her backstory excuse her passive-aggressive behaviour? Here's another entry for Sky Castle , as the show is essentially a PhD programme in passive-aggressive warfare. Kim Joo-young, the college coordinator from hell, is cool, clinical and colder than the university admissions office. She'll sabotage your life in the name of 'success', and you'll thank her for it. Why we love her: Because she represents the worst parts of ambition, but we still low-key wish she'd edit our résumé. 8. Yoon So-Yi ('Flower Boy Ramen Shop') Above So-Yi is hardly the main character, but she (and her passive-aggressive actions) always steals the show. Before the K-drama world was flooded with lovable cinnamon rolls and tsundere chaebols , Flower Boy Ramen Shop (also known as Cool Guys, Hot Ramen ) gave us Yoon So-Yi (Ho-soo)—a teacher, ex-girlfriend and possibly one of the most gloriously passive-aggressive characters to ever float through a school hallway in kitten heels. She doesn't scream or throw drinks. No, So-Yi operates on a diet of sweetly delivered micro-aggressions and dangerous politeness. Her speciality? Backhanded compliments so polished they deserve their own line of cutlery. When she discovers her ex (the endlessly flustered Choi Kang-hyuk) is running a ramen shop with a younger woman, she doesn't confront him. Instead, she offers a calculated smile, a slow blink and casually remarks, 'You're so brave to take on something like that. I never thought you were that ambitious.' Why we love her: What makes her so irresistible is that she's not just spiteful. She's deeply insecure, constantly balancing between jealousy and the fear of irrelevance. That tightrope walk between vulnerability and quiet venom makes her so fun to watch—and so eerily familiar to anyone who's ever had a co-worker who 'didn't mean it that way'.
