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Kim Nam Joo And Cha Eun Woo’s New Drama To Broadcast Next Year Via MBC

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Nov 13, 2023

by S. Kim

 

Kim Nam Joo and Cha Eun Woo’s new thriller drama “Wonderful World” (literal title) will be broadcast next year via MBC!

On November 13, industry insiders reported, “‘Wonderful World,’ which is currently in the process of filming, has been scheduled as a new Friday-Saturday drama on MBC next year.”

In response to the report, the production team of “Wonderful World” shared, “‘Wonderful World’ is confirmed to broadcast via MBC. The detailed broadcast schedule is yet to be decided.”

Starring Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, and Im Se Mi, “Wonderful World” is an emotional thriller about Eun Soo Hyun (Kim Nam Joo), a woman who seeks revenge after the tragic loss of her son. When the culprit manages to evade punishment through the legal system, she decides to pursue justice on her own. The drama will be helmed by Lee Seung Young, the director of “Tracer,” “Voice 2,” and “The Missing.”

While Kim Nam Joo will star as the female lead character Eun Soo Hyun, a successful and famous psychology professor and writer who falls into hopeless despair after losing her young son, Cha Eun Woo will take on the role of Kwon Sun Yool, who leads a rough life after dropping out of medical school until he unexpectedly becomes entangled with Eun Soo Hyun.

“Wonderful World” is set to premiere in 2024.

https://www.soompi.com/article/1626030wpp/kim-nam-joo-and-cha-eun-woos-new-drama-to-broadcast-next-year-via-mbc

 

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News bites: November 14, 2023

by tccolb

 

MBC has been busily releasing their 2024 plans and confirmed that Wonderful World has been slotted onto the schedule, which is currently in filming. Starring Kim Nam-joo (Misty), Cha Eun-woo (Good Day to Be a Dog), Kim Kang-woo (Artificial City), and Im Se-mi (The Worst of Evil), the suspense-thriller will be airing in the weekend slot. PD Lee Seung-young (Tracer) is at the helm with scripts by Kim Ji-eun (Lies of Lies). [JTBC]

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2023/11/news-bites-november-14-2023/

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Kim Nam Joo And Cha Eun Woo’s New Drama Shares Updates On Broadcast Plans

TV/Film

Dec 19, 2023

by S. Kim

 

MBC’s new drama “Wonderful World” (literal title) has provided updates on its broadcast plans.

On December 19, it was reported that “Wonderful World” starring Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, and Im Se Mi is set to premiere in March of next year as a Friday-Saturday drama on MBC.

“Wonderful World” is an emotional thriller about Eun Soo Hyun (Kim Nam Joo), a woman who seeks revenge after the tragic loss of her son. When the culprit manages to evade punishment through the legal system, she decides to pursue justice on her own. The drama will be helmed by Lee Seung Young, the director of “Tracer,” “Voice 2,” and “The Missing.”

Kim Nam Joo stars as the female lead character Eun Soo Hyun, a successful and famous psychology professor and writer who falls into hopeless despair after losing her young son while Cha Eun Woo takes on the role of Kwon Sun Yool, who leads a rough life after dropping out of medical school until he unexpectedly becomes entangled with Eun Soo Hyun. Kim Kang Woo plays Kang Soo Ho, a successful anchorman and Eun Soo Hyun’s husband whose life gets shaken after his son’s death. Im Se Mi portrays Han Yoo Ri, the owner of a select shop who is close to Eun Soo Hyun as if they are sisters.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1632557wpp/kim-nam-joo-and-cha-eun-woos-new-drama-shares-updates-on-broadcast-plans

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Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, and Im Se Mi's "Wonderful World" Confirms Release Slot

by Lily Alice, December 19, 2023

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Wonderful World, starring Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, and Im Se Mi, has been confirmed to air as a Friday-Saturday drama on MBC. 

Wonderful World is a mystery drama that follows the story of Eun Soo Hyun (Kim Nam Joo), who tragically loses her son. When the law doesn't punish the one responsible for her son's death, she decides to take matters into her own hands.  

The K-drama is scheduled to air in March 2024.

 

 

Wonderful World casts acclaimed actors, including Kim Nam Joo, starring in an MBC drama after 13 years; Cha Eun Woo, taking on the challenge of acting in the mystery genre following his roles in rom-com and fantasy dramas; Kim Kang Woo, renowned for his acting prowess, and the versatile actress Im Se Mi. 

Veteran actress Kim Nam Joo portrays Eun Soo Hyun, a psychology professor and a successful author. 

Her perfect life is turned upside down when she loses her young son. When the law doesn't punish the murderer, she decides to bring down the perpetrator herself. 

Cha Eun Woo takes on the role of Kwon Seon Yul, a mysterious man living a rough life. 

Kim Kang Woo plays Kang Soo Ho, Eun Soo Hyun's husband. He genuinely loves his wife and son but finds his life shaken to its core after his son's death. 

On the other hand, Im Se Mi portrays Han Yoo Ri, the owner of a successful editorial shop, and Eun Soo Hyun's close friend, who considers Soo Hyun her own sister. 

Yoo Ri considers Eun Soo Hyun and her mother her family and cares for her. 

As these characters' relationships, centered on Eun Soo Hyun, intertwine, the drama promises riveting immersion for viewers.

Wonderful World is confirmed to air in March 2024 in the Friday-Saturday drama lineup.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/kim-nam-joo-cha-eun-woo-kim-kang-woo-and-im-se-mi-s-wonderful-world-confirms-release-slot

 

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December 19 2023

MBC to air drama “Wonderful World”

MBC to air drama series “Wonderful World” starring Kim Nam-Joo & Cha Eun-Woo. The drama series will air in MBC’s Friday and Saturday 9:50 PM time slot from March, 2024, following the conclusion of “Knight Flower.” In addition, Kim Kang-Woo and Lim Se-Mi are now cast to play major supporting characters in the drama series.

Kim Kang-Woo will play Kang Soo-Ho. He is married to Eun Soo-Hyun (Kim Nam-Joo) and works as an anchorman. He loves his wife Eun Soo-Hyun and their son with all his heart, but after their son’s death his life is shaken.  Lim Se-Mi will play Han Yoo-Ri. She is a close friend of Eun Soo-Hyun.

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Eun Soo-Hyun (Kim Nam-Joo) is a psychology professor and a famous writer, but her life is completely changed. Her young son dies unjustly. Making things worse, the person responsible for her son’s death isn’t punished by the law. Eun Soo-Hyun loses hope with this world. She decides to punish the person responsible for her son’s death by herself. Her life is still in pain and despair. Somehow, Eun Soo-Hyun gets involved with other people who suffer from similar pain as her and solves their mysterious cases. They slowly get healed in the process.

 

https://blog.asianwiki.com/korean-dramas/mbc-to-air-drama-wonderful-world

 

 

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News bites: December 19, 2023

by tccolb

In the meantime, MBC has also been preparing for the suspense Wonderful World, with Kim Nam-joo (Misty), Cha Eun-woo (Good Day to Be a Dog), Kim Kang-woo (Artificial City), and Im Se-mi (The Worst of Evil) headlining the cast. Slated to broadcast in March 2024, production for the suspense-thriller is being led by PD Lee Seung-young (Tracer) and writer Kim Ji-eun (Lies of Lies). [MBC]

 

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2023/12/news-bites-december-19-2023/

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MBC drama WonderfulWorld script reading, confirmed to broadcast on March 1.

 

 

 

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MBC drama WonderfulWorld reportedly finished filming schedule yesterday, the drama is going to premiere on March 1.

 

 

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Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, And More Showcase Exceptional Synergy At Script Reading For New Drama

TV/Film

Jan 18, 2024

by M. Lim

 

MBC’s new drama “Wonderful World” has released photos from the drama’s first script reading!

“Wonderful World” is an emotional thriller about Eun Soo Hyun (Kim Nam Joo), a woman who seeks revenge after the tragic loss of her son. When the culprit manages to evade punishment through the legal system, she decides to pursue justice on her own. The drama will be helmed by Lee Seung Young, the director of “Tracer,” “Voice 2,” and “The Missing.”

In addition to director Lee Seung Young and writer Kim Ji Eun, cast members Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, Im Se Mi, Park Hyuk Kwon, Gil Hae Yeon, Cha Soo Yeon, Oh Man Seok, Jin Geon Woo, Yang Hye Ji, and more were present at the script reading.

Kim Nam Joo, reflecting on her decision to join the drama, shared, “As a mother raising two children, the profound maternal love deeply resonated with me.” Cha Eun Woo expressed, “The drama offers a myriad of heartwarming emotions as individuals with similar pain find healing in each other.”

Despite it being their first meeting, the cast exhibited remarkable synergy, immersing themselves in the powerful dialogues that unveil the intricate emotions of characters grappling with different sorrows.

 

Kim Nam Joo stars as Eun Soo Hyun, a renowned psychology professor and writer whose happy life in a perfect family takes a drastic turn following the tragic loss of her young son. During the script reading, she masterfully portrayed a spectrum of emotions, seamlessly transitioning between the motherly warmth Eun Soo Hyun exudes when she’s with her husband Kang Soo Ho and son Kang Geon Woo, and the explosive emotions triggered after her son’s tragedy.

 

Cha Eun Woo takes on the role of Kwon Sun Yool, a young man born into an affluent family who opts to drop out of medical school and leads a rough life afterward until he unexpectedly becomes entangled with Eun Soo Hyun. Despite Kwon Sun Yool’s outward cold demeanor, Cha Eun Woo skillfully unveils the warmth within through nuanced expressions and dialogue. His portrayal promises a rough and carefree charm, raising expectations for his unprecedented performance in the drama.

 

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Kim Kang Woo takes on the role of Kang Soo Ho, a former journalist turned successful anchorman, whose life takes an unexpected turn following the tragic loss of his son. Skillfully depicting the transformation of his character’s demeanor, Kim Kang Woo portrays a man initially characterized by a strong sense of justice, only to evolve over time as his family falls apart after an unforeseen crisis.

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Im Se Mi portrays Han Yoo Ri, the CEO of a boutique shop who is like a real sister to Eun Soo Hyun. With a deep regard for the lives of both Eun Soo Hyun and Eun Soo Hyun’s mother, Han Yoo Ri will bring forth delightful and heartwarming chemistry in her sister-like relationship with Eun Soo Hyun throughout the drama.

 

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“Wonderful World” is set to premiere on March 1 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

https://www.soompi.com/article/1637973wpp/kim-nam-joo-cha-eun-woo-and-more-showcase-exceptional-synergy-at-script-reading-for-new-drama

 

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Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Im Se Mi and Kim Kang Woo's "Wonderful World" Reveals Release Date

by Lily Alice, January 18, 2024

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The actors of Wonderful World, Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, and Im Se Mi, gave a glimpse of their character dynamics during the K-drama's script reading. 

On January 18, MBC unveiled pics from the script reading session of the upcoming Friday-Saturday drama Wonderful World.

Wonderful World is a mystery drama that follows Eun Soo Hyun (Kim Nam Joo), who takes justice into her own hands after the tragic loss of her son. 

Voice Season 2 director Lee Seung Young collaborated with Why Her? writer Kim Ji Eun for the K-drama. 

The script reading session was attended by director Lee Seung Young, writer Kim Ji Eun, and actors Kim Nam Joo, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Kang Woo, Im Se Mi, Park Hyuk Kwon, Kil Hae Yeon, Cha Soo Yeon, Oh Man Seok, Kang Myung Joo, Jin Geon Woo, Yang Hye Ji, Kim Woo Hyun, Lim Ji Sub, and Lee Jun among others. 

 

 

Kim Nam Joo plays the role of Eun Soo Hyun, a successful psychology professor and writer who experienced a complete turnaround in life after losing her young son.  

 

 

Cha Eun Woo plays Kwon Seon Yul, a mysterious young man who chooses a rough path to life despite growing up in a wealthy family. 

 

 

Kim Kang Woo plays the role of Kang Soo Ho, a talented former journalist, and Kang Soo Ho's husband. 

 

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And Im Se Mi plays Han Yoo Ri, Eun Soo Hyun's best friend who is like a sister to her and the CEO of a Cheongdam select shop.

 

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Veteran actress Kim Nam Joo revealed the reason for her return to the small screen after almost six years, stating, "As a mother raising two children, her [Eun Soo Hyun's] earnest maternal love touched my heart." Cha Eun Woo emphasized the drama's appeal by expressing, "Through the story of people experiencing similar misery healing each other, the drama brings about many heart-warming feelings." 

 

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Additionally, Kim Kang Woo expressed optimism, saying, "I think it will be a new [kind of] drama. I guess I just have to do well." Im Semi expressed her determination, stating, "I will create a good and warm drama on set." 

Wonderful World will be released on March 1. 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/kim-nam-joo-cha-eun-woo-im-se-mi-and-kim-kang-woo-s-wonderful-world-reveals-release-date

 

 

 

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Kim Nam-joo copes with grief in hopes of a Wonderful World

by solstices

Script reading stills are out for MBC’s upcoming thriller Wonderful World, featuring its four leads. Billed as a “human mystery drama,” its story centers around coping with grief and healing from loss.

Making her comeback after six years, Kim Nam-joo (Misty) stars as Eun Soo-hyun, a mourning mother determined to take matters into her own hands. As a psychology professor who’s also a famous author, Soo-hyun had once led a perfect life, until she’d lost her young son. Chafing at the injustice and mired in a hopeless outlook on life, Soo-hyun resolves to personally find the closure that the law won’t afford her.

 

In the process of punishing her son’s killer and pushing through her misery, Soo-hyun crosses paths with others who are just like her — grieving the loss of their loved ones, and lamenting the limitations of the legal system. As she unravels the intricacies of their cases, they’ll take their first step towards mending the wounds etched into their hearts.

One of those people is Kwon Seon-yul, played by Cha Eun-woo (A Good Day to be a Dog). Having grown up in a well-to-do family, medical student Seon-yul had been struck with tragedy when a series of events led to the loss of both his parents. Ever since, he’s spiraled into a tumulutous life.

Next to Soo-hyun, we have Kim Kang-woo (Artificial City) as her husband Kang Soo-ho, marking a Missing Noir M reunion with PD Lee Seung-young. Formerly a journalist at a major broadcasting station, Soo-ho’s exposé of a corrupt politician resulted in his unjust downfall. Branded as a whistleblower, he’s since been downgraded to an anchorman of a barely-watched cable channel. Soo-ho loves his wife with all his heart, but a single misguided choice sends him hurtling into a vortex that he can’t extricate himself from.

Rounding out our main cast, Im Se-mi (The Worst of Evil) plays Han Yuri, a close friend whom Soo-hyun treasures like a younger sister. Yuri cherishes her just the same; she’s been Soo-hyun’s steadiest source of support ever since her son’s death. In the supporting cast, we also have Yang Hye-ji (Sweet Home 2) as Seon-yul’s best friend, and Cha Soo-yeon (Love Scene Number) as a single mother to a son with epilepsy.

Directed by Lee Seung-young (Tracer) with scripts written by Kim Ji-eun (Lies of Lies), the 14-episode revenge thriller Wonderful World will premiere on March 1.

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/01/kim-nam-joo-copes-with-grief-in-hopes-of-a-wonderful-world/

 

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[Wonderful World Script Reading] ‘Wonderful World’ Kim Nam-joo, Cha Eun-woo, Kim Kang-woo, and Lim Se-mi, a hot day of extreme immersion!, broadcast on MBC 240301

 

 

 

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Yang Hye-ji confirmed to appear on MBC's 'Wonderful World'... Cha Eun-woo's girlfriend preview

 

 

Actress Yang Hye-ji transforms into Cha Eun-woo's easygoing female friend in 'Wonderful World'.

On the 17th, Awesome ENT announced that Yang Hye-ji has been cast in MBC's 'Wonderful World', which will be broadcast in March.

 

'Wonderful World' (written by Kim Ji-eun, directed by Lee Seung-young, Jeong Sang-hee) is a human mystery drama in which Eun Soo-hyun, who personally punished the murderer who killed her son, uncovers the mysterious secrets related to that day. Kim Nam-joo, Cha Eun-woo, Kim Kang-woo, and Lim Se-mi are confirmed to appear. It has become a hot topic with.

 

In the drama, Yang Hye-ji plays Soo-jin, a tufting craftsman with an easy-going charm and close friend of Seon-yul (played by Cha Eun-woo). Yang Hye-ji's casting in 'Wonderful World' is more popular in the new year than last year's Baek Se-mi in 'Ghost' and Jeong Ye-seul in 'Sweet Home 2'.

She showed a diverse spectrum, from her stable acting sense in dramas such as 'Rich Family's Son', 'Big Issue', 'Attempted Love', and 'I'll Visit You When the Weather is Nice', to the unique charm of genre works such as 'Ghost' and 'Sweet Home 2'. Yang Hye-ji's new transformation is expected.

 

https://www.etnews.com/20240117000147

 

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New casting news! .

 

LimJiSub confirmed cast for MBC drama WonderfulWorld, he will act as Kwon Min-hyum who lives a rough life and could do everything he can for money.

 

 

 

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New casting news! .

 

JinGunWoo confirmed cast for MBC drama WonderfulWorld, he will act as KimKangWoo’s younger brother Lang Tae-ho who is a neurosurgeon having a gentle atmosphere.

 

 

 

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MBC drama WonderfulWorld 1st trailer, broadcast on Mar 1.

 

 

 

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Watch: Kim Nam Joo And Cha Eun Woo Harbor Painful Pasts In Thrilling Teaser For New Drama

 

Kim Nam Joo and Cha Eun Woo’s upcoming thriller drama “Wonderful World” (literal title) has dropped an exciting first teaser!

 

“Wonderful World” is an emotional thriller about Eun Soo Hyun (Kim Nam Joo), a woman who seeks revenge after the tragic loss of her son. When the culprit manages to evade punishment through the legal system, she decides to pursue justice on her own. Cha Eun Woo co-stars as Kwon Sun Yool, who leads a rough life after dropping out of medical school until he unexpectedly becomes entangled with Eun Soo Hyun.

 

The newly released teaser begins with Eun Soo Hyun’s resolute gaze as she narrates, “It all started with the case from that day.” The following scenes show Eun Soo Hyun crying out in pain as she asks, “You don’t think I’m horrible?”

 

Meanwhile, Kwon Sun Yool remarks, “Does it look like I’m living well? Do you know when humans are the most in pain?” sparking curiosity among viewers.

 

The teaser concludes with a brief look at the emotional turn of events that will unfold and further introduces lead actors Kim Kang Woo and Im Se Mi who will be adding even more tension to the drama.

 

Check out the teaser below!

 

 

“Wonderful World” will premiere on March 1. Stay tuned for more updates!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1639095wpp/watch-kim-nam-joo-and-cha-eun-woo-harbor-painful-pasts-in-thrilling-teaser-for-new-drama

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Kim Nam Joo and Cha Eun Woo are Plunged into Darkness in "Wonderful World"

by Lily Alice, January 25, 2024

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The upcoming MBC drama Wonderful World dropped its first teaser on January 25.

Wonderful World is a mystery drama that follows Eun Soo Hyun, who takes justice into her own hands after the tragic loss of her son.  

The drama casts Kim Nam Joo (as Eun Soo Hyun), Cha Eun Woo (as Kwon Seon Yul), Kim Kang Woo (as Kang Soo Ho), and Im Se Mi (as Han Yoo Ri).

Kim Nam Joo plays the role of Eun Soo Hyun, a successful psychology professor and writer who experienced a complete turnaround in life after losing her young son. 

Cha Eun Woo plays Kwon Seon Yul, a mysterious young man who chooses a rough path to life despite growing up in a wealthy family. 

The teaser opens with Eun Soo Hyun saying, "It all started with the incident of that day." Various mysterious details, such as a door closing with a clank, a car speeding through the dark night, a building engulfed in flames, a lonely memorial park, and a bleak view of a prison, pique curiosity about the circumstances of the characters. 

Eun Soo Hyun's painful screams are followed by her question, "You don't think I'm terrible?" 

 

 

Kwon Seon Yul says, "Does it look like I'm living well? Do you know when humans suffer the most?" leaving viewers in mystery about the dire reality surrounding him. 

 

 

The teaser piques curiosity about the shocking event that plunged the characters into darkness and the secrets they will uncover.

Wonderful World will be released on March 1. Watch the teaser here.  

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/kim-nam-joo-and-cha-eun-woo-are-plunged-into-darkness-in-wonderful-world

 

 

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January 25 2024

Teaser trailer for MBC drama “Wonderful World”

First teaser trailer for MBC drama series “Wonderful World” starring Kim Nam-Joo and Cha Eun-Woo. The teaser trailer begins with Kim Nam-Joo stating “It all started with the event of that day” and Cha Eun-Woo asks at the 15 second mark “Do you think I’m doing well? Do you know when humans are in most pain?” Caption at the 25 second mark then states “Prelude to a tragedy.”

Filming for “Wonderful World” finished on January 17, 2024 and the drama series will first air March 1, 2024 in South Korea (takes over MBC’s Friday & Sunday 9:50 PM time slot “Knight Flower“).

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Eun Soo-Hyun (Kim Nam-Joo) is a psychology professor and a famous writer, but her life is completely changed. Her young son dies unjustly. Making things worse, the person responsible for her son’s death isn’t punished by the law. Eun Soo-Hyun loses hope with this world. She decides to punish the person responsible for her son’s death by herself. Her life is still in pain and despair. Somehow, Eun Soo-Hyun gets involved with other people who suffer from similar pain as her and solves their mysterious cases. They slowly get healed in the process.

 

https://blog.asianwiki.com/korean-dramas/teaser-trailer-for-mbc-drama-wonderful-world