[Drama 2024] Bitter Sweet Hell/ Our Home, 우리집

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Kim Hee Sun And Lee Hye Young Get Flustered By Jaechan's Question During A Family Meal In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

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May 28, 2024

by R Suhaila

MBC’s drama “Bitter Sweet Hell” has released new stills featuring Kim Hee Sun, Lee Hye Young, and Jaechan!

“Bitter Sweet Hell” is a black comedy starring Kim Hee Sun as Noh Young Won, the top family psychiatrist in all of Korea. When an anonymous blackmailer puts her career and family at risk, Noh Young Won teams up with her mother-in-law Hong Sa Gang (Lee Hye Young), a mystery novelist, to protect their family.

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Previously, Noh Young Won discovered secrets hidden by her husband Choi Jae Jin (Kim Nam Hee) and father-in-law Choi Go Myeon (Kwon Hae Hyo). This left her shocked and feeling betrayed. The final scene heightened the tension as Noh Young Won found Oh Ji Eun (Shin So Yul) covered in blood followed by the eerie appearance of Hong Sa Gang in a chilling ending.

In the newly released stills, Noh Young Won, Hong Sa Gang, and Choi Do Hyun (Jaechan) sit down for breakfast. When Choi Do Hyun asks a question, Noh Young Won’s eyes show uncertainty, while Hong Sa Gang responds with a forced smile. Choi Do Hyun receives contradictory answers from both, leaving him bewildered.

After Noh Young Won and Hong Sa Gang give different answers, they quickly exchange glances, sparking suspicion in Choi Do Hyun. Viewers are left wondering what question Choi Do Hyun asked his mother and grandmother and if their tense breakfast will stay peaceful. The uneasy atmosphere continues to build.

 

 

 

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Kim Hee Sun, Lee Hye Young, and Jaechan displayed exceptional teamwork while filming the scene.While preparing, the three shared whispers and laughter, showcasing their close and warm relationship. As filming began, Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young fully embraced their roles, portraying contrasting emotions, while Jaechan subtly conveyed nuanced emotional shifts.

The production team commented, “Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young not only show strong consideration for each other but also demonstrate their remarkable acting skills as veteran actresses, creating uniquely delightful mother-in-law and daughter-in-law chemistry.” They continued, “Through Choi Jae Jin, will the tangled emotions between the in-laws be resolved, and will hidden truths and secrets be unveiled in the third episode of ‘Bitter Sweet Hell’? Stay tuned.”

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/16643flustered-by-jaechans-question-during-a-family-meal-in-bitter-sweet-hell58wpp/kim-hee-sun-and-lee-hye-young-get-

 

 

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Lee Hye Young And Kim Hee Sun Are In A Tense Battle Of Nerves In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

 

MBC’s drama “Bitter Sweet Hell” has released new stills featuring Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young!

 

“Bitter Sweet Hell” is a black comedy starring Kim Hee Sun as Noh Young Won, the top family psychiatrist in all of Korea. When an anonymous blackmailer puts her career and family at risk, Noh Young Won teams up with her mother-in-law Hong Sa Gang (Lee Hye Young), a mystery novelist, to protect their family.

Spoilers

Previously, Noh Young Won was shocked to find out that the plastic surgery conference that her husband Choi Jae Jin (Kim Nam Hee) attended for a year did not actually exist.

 

The newly released stills capture a tense war of nerves between Noh Young Won and her mother-in-law Hong Sa Gang. Noh Young Won is standing upright with her arms crossed, and Hong Sa Gang, who is covering her face with a scarf, talks to Noh Young Won as she fixates her gaze on her.

 

 

In more stills below, Noh Young Won throws a sharp remark with a faint smile, and Hong Sa Gang replies with a gentle smile that contrasts with her cold attitude.

 

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The production team remarked, “Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young are adding excitement and immersion by showing perfection not only in terms of their appearance such as fashion and styling but also in terms of acting.”

 

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Episode 3 of “Bitter Sweet Hell” airs on May 31 at 9:50 p.m. KST. Stay tuned!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1664660wpp/lee-hye-young-and-kim-hee-sun-are-in-a-tense-battle-of-nerves-in-bitter-sweet-hell

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Bittersweet Hell: Episode 1 (First Impressions)

by mistyisles

 

Every family has its secrets, but the family of Bittersweet Hell is riddled with them. The show, however, makes no secret what it’s about: we’re in for a twisty ride full of lies, manipulation, and the downfall of one family’s seemingly blissful life. Because while some people wear their hatefulness on their sleeve, others hide their terrible deeds behind a smile and a pair of welcoming arms.

 
EPISODE 1

 

Heavy on the drama from the very first frame, Bittersweet Hell gives its leading lady a striking entrance via flash-forward: A woman drives through snow-covered mountains until road closures force her to abandon her car and hike the rest of the way in designer boots — all interspersed with images of fiery trauma. At the end of her trek, she finds another woman reading. The two share A Look before we jump back in time to unravel the events that led them to this point.

Celebrity psychologist NOH YOUNG-WON (the snow-traversing woman, played by Kim Hee-Sun) appears to have it all — an award-winning career, a doting (and also award-winning) husband, a studious teenage son, and a luxurious home with her wealthy in-laws. But there are deep cracks in this picture-perfect family, and this first episode takes its time exposing each in turn.

During a TV interview, Young-won looks directly into the camera as she explains the concept of gaslighting and warns against excusing toxic behaviors as being motivated by love. The second woman from the opening sequence turns out to be Young-won’s mother-in-law, crime novelist HONG SA-KANG (Lee Hye-young), and it’s clear that she’s being painted as the toxic family member in question.

Sa-kang turns up her nose at the family’s breakfast, pressures Young-won into accepting an influential acquaintance as a last-minute patient, and sniffs jealously at the mention of Young-won’s upcoming award (and famously stylish outfits). Most unnerving of all, she stares ominously at her sleeping husband and the ominous artwork she insisted he hang above his head. (Sa-kang sleeps in a separate bed because, you never know, it might fall on him. Which would be threatening enough even if she didn’t sound so hopeful when she says it.)

For Young-won, though, the real hints that a storm is brewing begin when she sees a new patient, LEE SE-NA (Yeonwoo), whom I can best describe as intense. Se-na tells Young-won that she’s in love with someone who’s married, and that this person’s family is all wrong for them. She’s not wishing for their divorce out of selfishness (she says); she simply wants what’s best for the object of her affection. Something about the way she asks whether Young-won knows everything about her own family deeply unsettles Young-won, who nevertheless tries to brush off the personal questions.

 

more https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/05/bittersweet-hell-episode-1-first-impressions/

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Kim Hee Sun Interrogates A Suspicious Lee Hye Young In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

Kim Hee Sun can’t shake her suspicions about Lee Hye Young on MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell”!

 

“Bitter Sweet Hell” is a black comedy-thriller starring Kim Hee Sun as Noh Young Won, the top family psychiatrist in all of Korea. When an anonymous blackmailer puts her career and family at risk, Noh Young Won teams up with her mother-in-law Hong Sa Gang (Lee Hye Young), a mystery novelist, to protect their family.

Spoilers

Previously on “Bitter Sweet Hell,” Noh Young Won learned the shocking secrets of both her father-in-law and her husband. The latest episode of the drama ended on a suspenseful cliffhanger, with Noh Young Won finding Oh Ji Eun (Shin So Yul) covered in blood on the ground—only for Hong Sa Gang to make a chilling entrance and declare, “She’s not dead.”

 

In newly released stills from the drama’s upcoming third episode, Noh Young Won and Hong Sa Gang share an uncomfortable confrontation at the hospital where Oh Ji Eun has been transferred. Suspicious of Hong Sa Gang, Noh Young Won begins an impromptu interrogation where she lobs question after question at her mother-in-law, starting with why she was at the vacation home in Yangpyeong in the first place.

 

Meanwhile, in stark contrast to her usual icy demeanor, Hong Sa Gang acts uncharacteristically awkward as she avoids Noh Young Won’s probing gaze. This unusual behavior only serves to fuel Noh Young Won’s growing suspicions, but when Noh Young Won tries to pry further, Hong Sa Gang comforts her with an affectionate tone of voice before quickly fleeing the scene.

 

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The “Bitter Sweet Hell” production team teased, “In this scene, Noh Young Won and Hong Sa Gang face off after finding Oh Ji Eun at the vacation home. The scene marks the first time the two reveal their suspicions and distrust of one another.”

 

They added, “Please look forward to Episode 3 of ‘Bitter Sweet Hell,’ in which Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young’s flawless character portrayals and passionate, heartfelt acting will shine even brighter.”

 

The third episode of “Bitter Sweet Hell” will air on May 31 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1665200wpp/kim-hee-sun-interrogates-a-suspicious-lee-hye-young-in-bitter-sweet-hell

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Bittersweet Hell: Episode 1 (First Impressions)

by mistyisles

 

Every family has its secrets, but the family of Bittersweet Hell is riddled with them. The show, however, makes no secret what it’s about: we’re in for a twisty ride full of lies, manipulation, and the downfall of one family’s seemingly blissful life. Because while some people wear their hatefulness on their sleeve, others hide their terrible deeds behind a smile and a pair of welcoming arms.

Editor’s note: This is an Episode 1 review only. For a place to chat about the entire drama, visit the Drama Hangout.
 

EPISODE 1

 

Heavy on the drama from the very first frame, Bittersweet Hell gives its leading lady a striking entrance via flash-forward: A woman drives through snow-covered mountains until road closures force her to abandon her car and hike the rest of the way in designer boots — all interspersed with images of fiery trauma. At the end of her trek, she finds another woman reading. The two share A Look before we jump back in time to unravel the events that led them to this point.

Celebrity psychologist NOH YOUNG-WON (the snow-traversing woman, played by Kim Hee-Sun) appears to have it all — an award-winning career, a doting (and also award-winning) husband, a studious teenage son, and a luxurious home with her wealthy in-laws. But there are deep cracks in this picture-perfect family, and this first episode takes its time exposing each in turn.

During a TV interview, Young-won looks directly into the camera as she explains the concept of gaslighting and warns against excusing toxic behaviors as being motivated by love. The second woman from the opening sequence turns out to be Young-won’s mother-in-law, crime novelist HONG SA-KANG (Lee Hye-young), and it’s clear that she’s being painted as the toxic family member in question.

 

Sa-kang turns up her nose at the family’s breakfast, pressures Young-won into accepting an influential acquaintance as a last-minute patient, and sniffs jealously at the mention of Young-won’s upcoming award (and famously stylish outfits). Most unnerving of all, she stares ominously at her sleeping husband and the ominous artwork she insisted he hang above his head. (Sa-kang sleeps in a separate bed because, you never know, it might fall on him. Which would be threatening enough even if she didn’t sound so hopeful when she says it.)

For Young-won, though, the real hints that a storm is brewing begin when she sees a new patient, LEE SE-NA (Yeonwoo), whom I can best describe as intense. Se-na tells Young-won that she’s in love with someone who’s married, and that this person’s family is all wrong for them. She’s not wishing for their divorce out of selfishness (she says); she simply wants what’s best for the object of her affection. Something about the way she asks whether Young-won knows everything about her own family deeply unsettles Young-won, who nevertheless tries to brush off the personal questions.

 

But if an unsettling patient weren’t enough, Young-won also receives an unsettling (to say the least) gift: a decapitated bird, alongside a photo of Young-won’s family and the message: “Is your family well?” Which is a loaded question, because Young-won’s family dynamics are a bit more complex than they appear on the surface.

Many years ago, her father was accused of embezzlement and sexual assault, but took his own life before he could be convicted of either. His friend — Young-won’s present-day father-in-law, CHOI GO-MYEON (Kwon Hae-hyo) — took teenage Young-won in, and she’s been part of their family ever since. Thanks to them, her father’s disgrace has remained hidden from the public eye… until now, when someone leaks it, smearing Young-won’s name and childhood trauma all over the media.

 

more https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/05/bittersweet-hell-episode-1-first-impressions/

 

 

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Here are the ratings for Episode 3! .

 

"Bitter Sweet Hell" And "Connection" Both Rise To Their Highest Ratings Yet

Both MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell” and SBS’s “Connection” are on the rise!

 

On May 31, the two new dramas—which air in the same Friday-Saturday time slot—achieved their highest viewership ratings yet for their respective third episodes.

 

According to Nielsen Korea, “Bitter Sweet Hell” climbed to an average nationwide rating of 6.2 percent for its third episode, marking a new personal record for the black comedy.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1665375wpp/bitter-sweet-hell-and-connection-both-rise-to-their-highest-ratings-yet

 

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Here are the ratings for Episode 4! .

 

"Connection" Ratings Soar To New All-Time High For 4th Episode

 

Meanwhile, MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell,” which shares a time slot with “Connection,” scored an average nationwide rating of 4.9 percent for its own fourth episode.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1665446wpp/connection-ratings-soar-to-new-all-time-high-for-4th-episode

[Gaia2u]

so far loving this twisty, tense drama, cinematography & soundscape  are excellent, as is the acting, wonderful roles for the women -so far the writing keeps me wanting to see around the corner...hopefully that continues ...it is about a web of poisonous family secrets, but there is room for the characters to show their layers and I look forward to the secrets untangling...

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The MBC Bittersweet Hell also achieved its best-ever ratings of 6.2% (nationwide) and 6.3% (metropolitan) for episode 3. The K-drama premiered with a 6% nationwide rating and dropped to 5.5% for episode 2. However, episode 3 managed to surpass its previous Friday episode's viewership. 

 

 

When and where to watch the K-drama Bittersweet Hell?

Episode 4 of Bittersweet Hell will air on June 1 (Saturday). The K-drama is available to stream on Viki.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/connection-rises-to-its-best-ever-nationwide-rating

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Kim Hee Sun Thinks Her Husband Is Dead, But Her Mother-In-Law Insists Otherwise In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

Jun 04, 2024

by E Cha

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1666149wpp/kim-hee-sun-thinks-her-husband-is-dead-but-her-mother-in-law-insists-otherwise-in-bitter-sweet-hell

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Kim Hee Sun And Lee Hye Young Navigate Emotional Turmoil In Search Of Loved One In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

Get ready for an emotional standoff between Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young in MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell”!

 

“Bitter Sweet Hell” is a black comedy-thriller starring Kim Hee Sun as Noh Young Won, the top family psychiatrist in all of Korea. When an anonymous blackmailer puts her career and family at risk, Noh Young Won teams up with her mother-in-law Hong Sa Gang (Lee Hye Young), a mystery novelist, to protect their family.

Spoilers

Previously, Noh Young Won and Hong Sa Gang reluctantly joined forces to locate Choi Jae Jin (Kim Nam Hee), who is on the run with his girlfriend Lee Se Na (Yeonwoo). As they search for Choi Jae Jin on an island, they’re stunned to find that the car pulled from the sea is his rental car, raising suspicions.

 

In newly released stills, Noh Young Won observes Hong Sa Gang bouncing on the trampoline, then opts to join her. As Hong Sa Gang jumps on the trampoline, appearing deep in thought, closing her eyes and yielding to the springs, Noh Young Won, watching nervously from the sidelines, eventually approaches her on the trampoline with a worried expression.

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Noh Young Won’s face shows anxiety and anguish, while Hong Sa Gang appears frozen in anger, highlighting the stark contrast between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. As they confront each other on the trampoline, both exhibiting unusual behavior, curiosity peaks about the reason behind their actions amidst the tense standoff.

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Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young demonstrated their seasoned skills by synchronizing their acting flawlessly for the scene, despite its challenges. Their exceptional focus resulted in high-quality scenes, while their lively laughter between takes added a delightful twist to the filming atmosphere.

 

The production team expressed, “Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young’s superb acting in the comedy thriller genre is adding dramatic immersion to the series. Their performances convey laughter and sadness simultaneously in ironic situations. We encourage viewers to witness their passionate acting firsthand.”

 

The next episode of “Bitter Sweet Hell” will air on June 7 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1666204wpp/kim-hee-sun-and-lee-hye-young-navigate-emotional-turmoil-in-search-of-loved-one-in-bitter-sweet-hell

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Kim Hee Sun Declares War On Mother-In-Law Lee Hye Young In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

Get ready for a full-on battle between Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young on MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell”!

 

“Bitter Sweet Hell” is a black comedy-thriller starring Kim Hee Sun as Noh Young Won, the top family psychiatrist in all of Korea. When an anonymous blackmailer puts her career and family at risk, Noh Young Won teams up with her mother-in-law Hong Sa Gang (Lee Hye Young), a mystery novelist, to protect their family.

Spoilers

Previously on “Bitter Sweet Hell,” Noh Young Won and Hong Sa Gang teamed up in their quest to track down Choi Jae Jin (Kim Nam Hee), only to learn that he might have passed away.

 

In newly released stills from the drama’s next episode, the atmosphere between Noh Young Won and Hong Sa Gang—who were once on the same side—has changed completely. Hong Sa Gang, who was pouring herself a glass of wine while on a phone call, is shocked when Noh Young Won unexpectedly seeks her out to declare war.

 

Although Hong Sa Gang greets Noh Young Won with a gentle voice, she is startled to see that her daughter-in-law’s demeanor has turned ice cold. Repressing her fury, blame, and other complicated emotions, Noh Young Won is resolute and unwavering as she angrily confronts her perceptive mother-in-law.

 

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To find out what Noh Young Won has to say to Hong Sa Gang—and where this tense face-off will lead—catch the next episode of “Bitter Sweet Hell” on June 7 at 9:50 p.m. KST!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1666576wpp/kim-hee-sun-declares-war-on-mother-in-law-lee-hye-young-in-bitter-sweet-hell

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Here are the ratings for Episode 5! .

 

"Connection" Soars To Its Highest Ratings Yet

 

Meanwhile, MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell”—which airs in the same time slot as “Connection”—rose to an average nationwide rating of 6.0 percent for its own fifth episode.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1666677wpp/connection-soars-to-its-highest-ratings-yet

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Here are the ratings for Episode 6! .

 

"Connection" And "Missing Crown Prince" Ratings Rise To New All-Time Highs

MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell,” which airs in the same time slot as “Connection,” scored an average nationwide rating of 5.1 percent for the night.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1666751wpp/connection-and-missing-crown-prince-ratings-rise-to-new-all-time-highs

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MBC's Bittersweet Hell scored 5.1% for episode 6, a usual Saturday drop. The 6% rating of episode 5 was its second best. Nevertheless, it managed to achieve a higher rating compared to the 4.9% from the previous Saturday.

 

 

When and where to watch the K-drama Bittersweet Hell?

Episode 7 of Bittersweet Hell will air on June 14 (Friday). The K-drama is available to stream on Viki.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/the-atypical-family-rises-in-netflix-rankings-connection-scores-its-first-double-digit-rating

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Kim Hee Sun Is Taken Aback By Han Sung Min's Shocking Revelation About Her Son Jaechan In "Bitter Sweet Hell"

Jun 12, 2024

by R Suhaila

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1667506wpp/kim-hee-sun-is-taken-aback-by-han-sung-mins-shocking-revelation-about-her-son-jaechan-in-bitter-sweet-hell

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Here are the ratings for Episode 7! .

 

"Connection" Heads Into 2nd Half On Ratings High

MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell,” which airs in the same time slot, also maintained its nationwide average of 5.1 percent from its previous episode last week.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1668228wpp/connection-heads-into-2nd-half-on-ratings-high

 

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Here are the ratings for Episode 8! .

 

"Miss Night And Day" Premieres To Promising Ratings

 

MBC’s “Bitter Sweet Hell”—which airs in the same time sot—scored a nationwide average of 4.8 percent.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1668263wpp/miss-night-and-day-premieres-to-promising-ratings

[Gaia2u]

Loving this, smart, sharp black comedy thriller, what a vehicle for actresses of all ages... the pacing, the cinematography , the soundscape, so far so well done, hope it continues this good till the last scene