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In Korea, the drama 'Our Blues,' starring Lee Byung-hun and Shin Min-a, continues to be widely discussed and is praised as a work that delivers profound emotion and solace. This healing drama, set on Jeju Island, warmly depicts the realistic lives, loves, and struggles of diverse characters, achieving high viewership ratings of up to 14.6% during its broadcast.
'Our Blues' was a 20-episode omnibus human drama that aired on tvN from April 9 to June 12, 2022. Alongside Lee Byung-hun (playing Lee Dong-seok) and Shin Min-a (playing Min Seon-a), the cast included 14 main actors such as Cha Seung-won, Lee Jung-eun, Han Ji-min, Kim Woo-bin, Kim Hye-ja, Go Doo-shim, and Uhm Jung-hwa, each unfolding their unique stories. The drama received critical acclaim for portraying sensitive topics like disability and depression without distortion, treating them as integral parts of societal life. The authentic participation of writer Jung Eun-hye, who has Down syndrome, and actress Lee So-byeol, who is hearing-impaired, added significant sincerity.
Bloggers describe the drama as flowing gently, yet evoking laughter, tears, and comfort as the characters' emotional depths are explored. Many found themselves empathizing with the idea that 'everyone carries an untold story' and noted that the message of living together despite imperfect lives resonated deeply. Lee Byung-hun's tearful embrace of his mother in the final episode left a lasting impression on viewers.
