"A Reality That Is No Easy Task"... 'Youngest Mother' Hani [Love Is Coming]

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In "Love Is Coming," EXID member and actress Ahn Hee-yeon (stage name Hani) portrays a "youngest mother," conveying deep family bonds.

The first two episodes of the KBS 2TV weekend drama "Love Is Coming" (directed by Hong Seok-gu, written by Lee Kyung-hee), aired on the 25th and 26th, drew viewers' attention with a complex portrayal of the strained relationship between the Han siblings and their parents. In response, the production team examined the long-standing stories and core relationships of the Han family members, whose lives are entangled under the name "family."

# Baseball Bat-Wielding K-Eldest Daughter Ahn Hee-yeon's Tough Life

The story of Han Gyu-rim (played by Ahn Hee-yeon), the central figure of the Han family and Korea's eldest daughter, resonated deeply with audiences. From delivering fresh juice in the early hours to working part-time at a restaurant, she shouldered the livelihoods of her five siblings without a moment to rest. Compounding her struggles were relentless trials: her younger brother Han Gyu-o (played by Bae Yoon-gyu) was unjustly taken to a police station while trying to protect a friend, and her twin younger sisters were wounded by baseless rumors about their biological mother.

Yet even in this unforgiving reality, Han Gyu-rim displayed unwavering strength for her family. She became a steadfast shield for her wrongfully accused brother Gyu-o and left a powerful impression with her bold action of confronting the gossipy supermarket auntie who spread rumors, baseball bat in hand. Despite a grueling life where she dismissed romance as a luxury due to pressing circumstances, Han Gyu-rim's resolute defense of her family has earned viewers' empathy.

# 'Cinderella' Ahn Hee-yeon vs. 'Peanut Mouse' Park Yu-na: A Chaotic Reality of Sisters

Sisters Han Gyu-rim and Han Gyu-young (played by Park Yu-na), as different as oil and water, clashed head-on from the start. When younger brother Han Gyu-o faced a school violence committee crisis, Gyu-young not only refused to help but crossed the line, saying, "I wish he'd be completely ruined if no one was watching." Unable to endure it further, Gyu-rim confronted her, leading to a physical fight where they grabbed each other's hair.

This fierce confrontation did not end there. Later, when Gyu-rim finally snapped at Gyu-young for constantly picking faults, she vented her frustration: "You live doing whatever you want, so why can't I do even one thing I want?" The sisters' clashing conflict, with no common ground in personality or attitude, heightened the drama's immersion.

# Yoon Yoo-sun and Ryu Seung-soo: A Bittersweet Reunion of Ex-Spouses

The unexpected reunion of ex-spouses Ko Yun-hee (played by Yoon Yoo-sun) and Han Seok-jung (played by Ryu Seung-soo) also sparked interest. When Ko Yun-hee hinted at her remarriage during a phone call with her new husband, Han Seok-jung was flustered. She promptly retorted, "You're like a used car; I'm driving a foreign luxury," delivering a sharp and satisfying comeback.

However, upon learning that even her remarried wife had fled, leaving only the children behind, Ko Yun-hee's eyes wavered with sorrow and worry for the children who now had no one to rely on. But this moment was brief: when Han Seok-jung, too late, knelt and begged, claiming "There is no woman like you," Ko Yun-hee kicked him away, delivering a thrilling sense of satisfaction.

As such, "Love Is Coming" presents three-dimensional relationships that are impossible to predict, simultaneously stimulating viewers' dopamine and emotions. Notably, the second episode achieved a 13.8% viewership rating (provided by Nielsen Korea, based on all national households), rising 1.8 percentage points from the previous episode and marking the beginning of an upward trend.

Following widespread praise since its premiere, "Love Is Coming" promises even more storm-like developments in the upcoming third and fourth episodes. The return of the immature father Han Seok-jung begins to shake the Han family's life, and new variables emerge between Gyu-rim and her lover Kim Mu-jin (played by Ha Seok-jin), further heightening tension. Viewers are eagerly anticipating how Gyu-rim will navigate these trials amidst crisis and conflict.

The third episode of "Love Is Coming" will air at 8 p.m. on August 1.

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