Marry Me Now () is a 2018 South Korean television series starring Han Ji-hye and Lee Sang-woo. The series aired on KBS2 from March 17 to September 9, 2018.
Synopsis
The drama centers around a balanced, multigenerational family.
Park Hyo-seob, is a widower and a compassionate father to his four children: Park Sun-ha, Park Yoo-Ha, Park Jae-hyung and Park Hyun-ha. His life takes a turn when he meets his first love, Lee Mi-yeon, after 36 years.
After their mother's untimely death, Park Sun-ha takes the responsibility of her younger siblings. She acts as a mother to the family.
On the other hand, the second daughter, Park Yoo-ha studied hard in medical school and finished her intern course, but sacrifices her dream to become a doctor in order to marry her love, who is from a rich family. They have a daughter, Eun-su. However, her life isn't as perfect as people think it to be.
Meanwhile, Jung Eun-tae is an enthusiastic doctor. He volunteered to perform medical services abroad in Africa, but he comes back to Korea. Eun-tae is not interested in marriage because he believes he is like his father, who places priority on his medical work over family.
Later, Park Yoo-ha and Jung Eun-tae's lives become intertwined.
Cast Main Han Ji-hye as Park Yoo-ha She is Hyo-seob's second daughter. She is a rational woman with a passionate heart. Whereas the eldest daughter, Sun-ha, looked after the siblings like a mother, Yoo-ha was the type who would give her younger siblings a lesson. The fact that she got into medical school made her the pride and joy of the family. When she married Seongun, a millionaire's son, she was called a Cinderella and became the envy of many women. Although Seongun made her forgo her dream of becoming a doctor, she still loved him. As time went by, she found herself gradually becoming a woman befitting a member of Seongun's family. As she did for Seongun, she starts to endure everything for her lovely daughter Eun-su. Lee Sang-woo as Jung Eun-tae Choi Seung-hoon as young Jung Eun-tae He's an internist at Jahan Hospital. He is a cranky doctor who takes the lead in going on voluntary medical services abroad. He may be a rogue, but he's the finest doctor. People call him an arrogant, rude and unruly "mad dog," but he doesn't mind it at all because thanks to this nickname, no other doctor would try to irritate him. Surprisingly, he is the most caring brother and uncle to his older sister and his niece, and he's as generous as a saint to his patients. His late father was in the forefront of overseas medical services. Back then, he resented his father for being neglectful of his family while he was busy taking care of his patients. But when he followed his father's footsteps and served in Africa, he finally came to understand his father. But as a side effect, he decided not to marry. Dating is fine, but forget marriage. He doesn't want to hurt his family like his father did. He would commit to practicing medicine for his entire life. After serving in Africa for several years, he returns to Korea when his brother-in-law, who is the director of Jahan Hospital, calls for help. Eventually, he starts dating Yoo-ha. Yoo Dong-geun as Park Hyo-seob Yoo In-hyuk as young Park Hyo-seob He is the master shoemaker and owner of a handmade shoe store. At the same time, he is a compassionate father of four children. This man of perseverance has been making handmade shoes for several decades at the same spot. Ever since his wife died, he has been sacrificing his life for his children, who mean the world to him along with shoes. However, wind suddenly starts blowing in his peaceful life. He had wished that his eldest daughter would marry a reliable man, but she brings a younger boyfriend as a potential spouse. His town, where he has lived his entire life, is targeted for redevelopment. On top of all, his first love, Miyeon, shows up after 36 years, just like a storm and she's no ordinary woman. She's a proud building owner. Chang Mi-hee as Lee Mi-yeon Jung Chae-yeon as young Lee Mi-yeon She is a woman of overbearing haughtiness. But she's also a majestic and elegant landlord. She is arrogant, but she behaves with common decency. She is rude, but she keeps it within bounds. She makes poignant remarks, but she only says the right things. That's why even her audacity and evil tongue seem to make her more charming. Every single investment she makes hits the jackpot, and everything prospers with her. Nevertheless, her life was not without a few bumps on the road. After her husband ran off overseas when his company went bankrupt, she started from the bottom and kept on rolling until she came to own a building. Although she is enjoying a glamorous single life, she feels empty inside somehow. In the beginning, she lives with her "son" Moon-sik. To recollect the happiest time of her life, she decides to restore the house in which she lived with her father in her twenties. Then she comes across Hyoseob, her first love and object of her hatred. Park Sun-young as Park Sun-ha Hyo-seob's first daughter. She became the mother of the family after her mother died. Yeo Hoe-hyun as Park Jae-hyung Hyo-seob's only son. He's trying to find a job. Keum Sae-rok as Park Hyun-ha Hyo-seob's last born child.
Supporting Park Chul-ho as Ma Dong-ho Kim Ye-ryeong as Shim Il-soon Choi Jung-woo as Yeon Chan-koo Kim Mi-kyung as Jung Jin-hee Park Se-wan as Yeon Da-yeon Kim Kwon as Choi Moon-sik Park Joon-geum as Woo A-mi Kang Sung-wook as Cha Kyung-su Hwang Dong-joo as Chae Sung-woon Kim Yoon-kyung as Chae Hee-kyung Park Sang-myun as CEO Yang Kim Ae-ran as Kim Young-shik's wife Choi Dae-chul as Team Leader Go Lee Ji-hoon as Manager Yoo Hong Seung-hwi as Assistant Manager Kim Lee Kan-hee as Kang Young-jin Kim Woo-hyuk as Ji Woong-hee Kang Yu-chan as VIP customer (Cameo) Ji Yoon-ho as Han Tae-soo Kim Yu-seok as Choi Dong-jin Lee Han-wi as Kim Young-sik (cameo)
Production The first script read was held in December 2017 at KBS Annex Building.
Controversy The "Hope Solidarity Union" () recently expressed concern about the well-being of the drama's working staff. According to the union, the production staff members were exposed to a harsh working environment: they were overworked but their salary was too low. The HSU is currently mediating a dialogue between the staff, KBS, and GnG Production.
Original soundtrack
Viewership
+ Average TV viewership ratingsOriginal broadcast dateAverage audience shareTNmS RatingsAGB NielsenNationwideSeoul National Capital AreaNationwideSeoul National Capital Area1March 17, 201824.5% 20.1%23.3% 22.9% 2March 18, 201828.2% 24.4%27.1% 26.3% 3March 24, 201824.4% 20.3%23.1% 23.1% 4March 25, 201828.3% 23.9%26.7% 26.3% 5March 31, 2018 6April 1, 201828.3% 24.0%27.7% 27.4% 7April 7, 201825.2% 21.4%23.2% 22.2% 8April 8, 201829.8% 25.5%28.3% 28.0% 9April 14, 201826.9% 23.0%24.8% 23.9% 10April 15, 201830.9% 27.0%29.4% 27.5% 11April 21, 201826.1% 22.2%26.6% 25.7% 12April 22, 201831.3% 27.4%31.6% 30.3% 13April 28, 201826.1% 22.6%25.7% 24.2% 14April 29, 201830.2% 26.3%30.4% 28.6% 15May 5, 201825.3% 21.0%23.7% 22.4% 16May 6, 201829.1% 25.6%26.7% 24.3% 17May 12, 201828.4% 24.3%27.8% 26.8% 18May 13, 201832.3% 28.6%30.7% 30.0% 19May 19, 201827.5% 23.9%24.1% 22.5% 20May 20, 201830.8% 26.4%29.1% 27.7% 21May 26, 201825.1% 21.3%24.5% 22.9% 22May 27, 201828.9% 27.6%31.5% 30.0% 23June 2, 201827.8% 23.5% 25.8% 24.7% 24June 3, 201833.0% 29.6%30.5% 28.1% 25June 9, 201828.0% 23.7%28.0% 26.8% 26June 10, 201831.4% 26.9%31.7% 30.2% 27June 16, 201826.9% 22.6%23.8% 21.7% 28June 17, 201833.2% 29.4%31.8% 30.0% 29June 24, 201832.1% 28.0%31.4% 30.3% 30June 30, 201829.8% 25.4%29.7% 28.3% 31July 1, 201834.2% 34.2% 33.1% 32July 7, 201826.7% 22.1%26.9% 25.2% 33July 8, 201833.0% 28.9%33.1% 31.1% 34July 14, 201827.7% 23.8%27.1% 26.2% 35July 15, 201832.5% 28.7%32.1% 31.3% 36July 21, 201828.6% 24.9%27.1% 25.5% 37July 22, 201833.5% 29.0%32.6% 31.1% 38July 28, 201829.8% 26.1%28.9% 28.2% 39July 29, 201833.3% 29.5%32.0% 31.3% 40August 4, 201828.2% 24.3%27.4% 25.6% 41August 5, 201830.9% 27.2%32.4% 31.7% 42August 11, 201829.5% 25.8%29.2% 30.4% 43August 12, 201832.9% 29.1%34.4% 33.6% 44August 18, 201830.3% 26.5%30.6% 28.8% 45August 19, 201833.0% 29.2%33.4% 32.1% 46August 25, 201828.8% 25.0%29.2% 27.4% 47August 26, 201824.6% 20.5%25.0% 23.9% 48September 2, 201835.4% rowspan=3 34.0% 32.0% 49September 8, 201832.3% 32.0% 29.8% 50September 9, 2018 AverageSpecialJune 23, 2018colspan=2 13.6% 13.4%
Awards and nominations Year Award Category Recipient Result 201811th Korea Drama AwardsGrand PrizeYoo Dong-geunBest DramaMarry Me NowBest ScreenplayPark Pil-jooTop Excellence Award, ActorLee Sang-wooTop Excellence Award, ActressHan Ji-hyeBest New ActorYeo Hoe-hyunBest New ActressPark Se-wanBest Original Soundtrack"The Person Within Me" (Monday Kiz)6th APAN Star AwardsTop Excellence Award, Actor in a Serial DramaLee Sang-wooTop Excellence Award, Actress in a Serial DramaHan Ji-hye2018 KBS Drama AwardsGrand PrizeYoo Dong-geun Top Excellence Award, Actor Top Excellence Award, ActressChang Mi-hee Excellence Award, Actor in a Serial DramaYoo Dong-geunLee Sang-wooExcellence Award, Actress in a Serial DramaHan Ji-hyeChang Mi-heePark Sun-youngBest New ActorKim KwonBest New ActressPark Se-wanKeum Sae-rokBest Couple AwardYoo Dong-geun & Chang Mi-hee
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