Choi Soo-young, Gong Myoung, Kim Sung-ryung, Kim Sang-ho, and Jo Yoon-hee beautifully concluded the warm journey of 'Second Shot at Love' as they completed the everyday life of the peaceful Bo-cheon Village.

The final episode of 'Second Shot at Love', aired yesterday (17th) on tvN (written by Myung Soo-hyun, Jun Ji-hyun / directed by Jang Yu-jeong, Jo Nam-hyung / planned by Studio Dragon / produced by How Pictures), conveyed a deep resonance with the story of Han Geum-joo (played by Choi Soo-young) and Seo Ui-joon (played by Gong Myoung) as they embraced each other's wounds and grew together, achieving a satisfying conclusion.

The final episode recorded an average viewership rating of 3.7% in the metropolitan area, peaking at 5%, with a nationwide average of 3.6% and a peak of 4.8%, claiming the top spot among cable and general programming channels in both metrics. Additionally, it ranked first in viewership ratings among the target demographic of men and women aged 20-49 in the metropolitan area, also topping cable and general programming channels. (Based on a combined paid platform standard of cable, IPTV, and satellite / provided by Nielsen Korea)

During the broadcast, Seo Ui-joon became shocked upon discovering that head nurse Baek Hye-mi (played by Bae Hae-sun) is his biological mother. However, leaning on the warm sincerity of Baek Hye-mi, who has always stayed by his side, and the cautious comfort from Han Geum-joo (played by Choi Soo-young), Seo Ui-joon gradually opened his heart and began to accept Baek Hye-mi as his mother.

The long-suffered relationship with his father also reached a conclusion. An incident where a nurse died due to the chaos caused by his alcoholic father left a deep trauma for Seo Ui-joon, but the repeated comfort and support from Han Geum-joo provided significant strength. Ultimately, Seo Ui-joon broke free from the guilt that had burdened him and faced his past, announcing a new beginning as the inaugural director of a specialized treatment hospital for alcohol dependence.

Throughout all these processes, Han Geum-joo steadfastly stood by Seo Ui-joon. Even when shaken by the truth of his biological mother and when revealing painful pasts, Han Geum-joo was always by Seo Ui-joon's side, providing kind encouragement and heartfelt support that became his pillar. The two, having embraced each other's wounds, showcased the essence of a 'mutual healing romance' and delivered warm emotions.

'Second Shot at Love' followed the transformation of Han Geum-joo as she faced the unfamiliar challenge of 'abstaining from alcohol' in an everyday life accustomed to drinking, beautifully portraying a refreshing romance akin to beer and a warm family saga akin to makgeolli. It evoked a broad empathy across generations, delivering warm understanding and delightful enjoyment as a healing drama.

Above all, it left a special resonance by capturing the theme of 'abstinence' with empathy and supportive perspectives. While portraying the issue of alcohol dependence in a light manner, it naturally demonstrated the process of overcoming it within daily life and relationships, reaching many hearts with tranquil solace.

The passionate performances of the actors further solidified this message. Choi Soo-young depicted Han Geum-joo's complex inner self with realistic emotional acting, and Gong Myoung evoked deep empathy with his substantial presence. Additionally, the vibrant performances and seamless chemistry of the Bo-cheon Village family, including Kim Sung-ryung, Kim Sang-ho, and Jo Yoon-hee, heightened the quality of the drama. Memorable lines and scenes that made viewers engage with empathy, along with the directing and music that captured the essence of Bo-cheon, left a lasting impression.

The synergy created by this sincere storytelling, acting, and directing was also transmitted to overseas viewers. 'Second Shot at Love' entered the top 10 based on viewer numbers in a total of 139 countries, including the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and India, during its broadcast period on the Rakuten Viki platform, and it also ranked in the top 10 in various charts in eight major Asian countries, including Japan, Taiwan, and Indonesia, proving its global popularity as it concluded.

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