KBS2’s ’24-Hour Health Club’ Delivers Laughs and Unexpected Empowerment

KBS2’s latest mid-week drama, 24-Hour Health Club, aired a new episode on the 15th, bringing laughter and a heartwarming message to audiences. Actor Lee Jun-young took center stage as Do Hyun-jung, a former global bodybuilder who unexpectedly inherits a struggling gym. The episode revealed his comedic yet touching journey as he tries to revive the gym while offering life advice to its quirky members.

In this episode, Do Hyun-jung launches a 30% discount on personal training sessions in an effort to fund a new treadmill for the club. One of his clients, Seong-im—a long-time member of 10 years—revealed she’s dealing with personal turmoil after witnessing her husband’s affair. In a memorable comedic moment, Hyun-jung imagines slamming the husband’s face into a steak plate, offering viewers both humor and emotional depth.

Despite the laughs, the scene also highlighted Hyun-jung’s emotional intelligence. He proposes extra training sessions to uplift Seong-im, showing his growing bond with the gym’s community. The episode ends with Seong-im symbolically exacting revenge on her unfaithful husband with a resistance band, delighting fellow gym members who eagerly cheer her on.

24-Hour Health Club continues to blend physical grit with emotional insight, making it a standout among current K-dramas. The series is broadcast every Wednesday and Thursday at 9:50 PM KST on KBS2.