"I think a baby is coming." Is Kwak Tube acting?...'Chaebol X Detective 2' debuts with 6.1% [Official]

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'Chaebol X Detective 2' announced a strong start.

In the first episode of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'Chaebol X Detective 2' (script by Kim Ba-da / directed by Kim Jae-hong), which aired on the evening of the 7th, Chaebol detective Jin Su (played by Ahn Bo-hyun) becomes the target of a homemade bomb terrorist attack. The scene unfolds spectacularly as National Police Agency Counter-Terrorism Team leader Ju Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae) and Ganghaseo Strong Force Team 1 launch an investigation into the case. 'Chaebol X Detective 2' Episode 1 recorded a peak viewership rating of 6.9%, with 6.1% nationwide, 6.0% in the Seoul metropolitan area, and a peak of 2.1% among viewers aged 20-49, surpassing Season 1's first episode rating of 5.8% nationwide (based on Nielsen Korea data).

The episode began with an intro spotlighting Jin Su transforming into a mariachi musician while flying to Mexico in a luxury private jet, alongside 'Strong Force Team 1' members Park Jun-young (played by Kang Sang-joon) and Choi Kyung-jin (played by Kim Shin-bi). It turned out they had flown all the way to Mexico to arrest multi-level marketing scammers they had been tracking since South Korea. With Jin Su's line, "I borrowed money for everyone here and even chartered a private jet because of you," Strong Force Team 1 made a triumphant return by taking down criminals in a thrilling action sequence.

Afterward, Jin Su continued to show off his celebrity-seeking behavior at Ganghaseo Strong Force Team 1, drawing attention. He had been cast as the protagonist of a documentary titled 'Specialist,' which highlights famous figures across society. Among them, an individual using the nickname 'Anonymous Informant' sent him a message: "I have a gift for you." Just as Jin Su was trying to impress the camera crew with his cool performance and strike a pose, he led Strong Force Team 1 to the department store identified by the informant.

However, the 'gift' prepared by the informant for Jin Su turned out to be nothing other than a homemade bomb. Due to accidentally pressing the detonator with his hand, Jin Su found himself in an immobilized situation and lost face in front of the camera crew. Just as the National Police Agency Counter-Terrorism Team arrived on-site to defuse the bomb and resolve the incident, Jin Su panicked at the thought of the bomb exploding, fled hastily, and ended up sprawled on the ground, creating a black history moment.

In fact, the person who saved Jin Su from danger and witnessed his humiliation firsthand was none other than Ju Hye-ra. During Jin Su's time as a police academy trainee, she was known as the infamous 'Devil Instructor' who subjected him to harsh training. Their unexpected reunion in an unforeseen location marked the beginning of a new relationship dynamic.

The unprecedented incident where police accidentally triggered a bomb detonator, nearly paralyzing the city center, was immediately reported on the news, and Jin Su suffered public humiliation as his black history became nationally known. To make matters worse, Ju Hye-ra, the 'Devil Instructor' he had been trying to avoid, was dispatched to Ganghaseo to lead the bomb terror investigation, pushing Jin Su's discomfort to its peak.

Meanwhile, Jin Su attended a launch promotion event for a whiskey brand he personally developed. Disregarding Ju Hye-ra's advice and viewing the bomb terror as mere playfulness, Jin Su appeared at the venue. Concerned about potential unforeseen situations, Ju Hye-ra accompanied him to the event.

Contrary to concerns, the event concluded without any major incidents, but just as relief set in, Jin Su received a message from the terrorist. The terrorist taunted him: "Detective Jin, did you think the game was over? Round 2 (ROUND2)." At that moment, an explosion occurred within the whiskey dummy, threatening Jin Su, Ju Hye-ra, Park Jun-young, and Choi Kyung-jin. As news widely reported that Jin Su had become the target of a series of terrorist attacks, the situation began to spiral out of control.

Jin Su could not hide his shock at the existence of someone relentlessly targeting him. Park Jun-young and Choi Kyung-jin analyzed footage recorded on the day of the event to track down suspicious individuals, while Ju Hye-ra investigated a repeat offender who had previously constructed similar types of bombs. Following Ju Hye-ra's suggestion to revisit past grievances, Jin Su reflected on his own history and recalled his imprisoned brother, Jin Seung-ju (played by Kwak Si-yang).

However, no special grounds for suspicion were found among those under investigation. Among them, when Jin Su confronted Jin Seung-ju, he said, "Someone is trying to kill me. No matter how I think about it, only my brother comes to mind," and pressured him. Yet, Jin Seung-ju sincerely apologized for his past mistakes and pleaded his innocence.

As identifying the suspect became increasingly difficult, Ju Hye-ra decided to move Jin Su to a safe house and took the wheel herself. However, while driving, Jin Su discovered a time bomb in the car, heightening the tension. The newly discovered bomb was a large-scale device capable of causing damage within a 100-meter radius, with less than five minutes remaining before detonation. If the bomb exploded on a major city avenue blocked by vehicles during rush hour, it could result in massive casualties—a life-or-death situation.

At that moment, Jin Su demonstrated his resourcefulness. Saying, "I know a place," he began driving toward an unspecified location and immediately headed for the Han River yacht dock. The episode concluded with Jin Su, Ju Hye-ra, and the vehicle carrying the large time bomb moments before explosion speeding relentlessly toward the river, bringing the tension to its peak. Will Jin Su and Ju Hye-ra survive the crisis just before the explosion? What is the identity and true motive of the culprit who launched a bold series of terrorist attacks targeting Jin Su? These questions sparked curiosity.

As such, 'Chaebol X Detective 2' delivered an immersive experience from the first episode with spectacular plot developments and charismatic character performances. The chemistry between Ahn Bo-hyun and Jung Eun-chae, who have newly joined forces, also shone brightly. Veteran detective Ju Hye-ra, who sharply reins in the unstoppable Chaebol detective Jin Su and occasionally trains him skillfully, creates an intriguing dynamic that raises expectations for their future relationship.

Furthermore, lavish spectacles exclusive to a Chaebol detective, such as private jets, Mexico locations, and launch parties, along with fresh special appearances by actor Kwak Si-yang, YouTuber Kwak Tube (real name Kwak Jun-bin), and broadcaster Bae Sung-jae, further enriched the show's entertainment value.

'Chaebol X Detective 2' will air its second episode on the evening of the 8th at 9:50 PM.

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