CJ ENM Studios Reveals Emotional Twists in ’24-Hour Gym’

A Drama of Twists and Turns

The recent episode of KBS 2TV’s Wednesday-Thursday drama ’24-Hour Gym’ left viewers captivated with its intricate emotional narratives. Directed by Park Joon-soo and Choi Yeon-soo, written by Kim Ji-soo, and produced by CJ ENM Studios, Bon Factory, Monster Union, and Keyeast, the 9th episode showcased the complex relationships and emotional journeys of the characters Do Hyun-jung (played by Lee Jun-young), Lee Mi-ran (Jung Eun-ji), and Kang Sol (Park Hae-in).

Unraveling Misunderstandings

Mi-ran breathes a sigh of relief when she learns that Hyun-jung and Sol met purely for a fitness content shoot, dispelling her initial misunderstanding. However, shock soon follows with Sol’s confession, “I’m genuinely here to work out with my brother because I’m quite sick.” Sol, a bestselling author and influencer admired by many, is revealed to be battling illness, leaving viewers in suspense about her intentions in reconnecting with her ex-boyfriend, Hyun-jung.

A Convoluted Love Triangle

Despite Mi-ran’s newfound resolve with Hyun-jung during personal training, a mishap involving a kettle bell shatters the moment, literally. Unaware of Sol’s struggle, Mi-ran’s escalating concern for Sol clouds her judgment regarding Hyun-jung’s intentions and leads to misunderstandings.

A Healing Camp

Hyun-jung plans a fitness camp by the ocean to both upgrade gym facilities and aid Sol’s recovery, prompting trainers and members to join. At the camp, Mi-ran ambitiously pursues Hyun-jung’s affection amidst their bonding attempts.

A Night of Revelations

When night falls at the fitness camp, Mi-ran proposes a tense truth game, directly confronting Hyun-jung about his past with Sol. Her discovery of their past relationship leaves Mi-ran in despair, leading to a comedic and unfortunate collapse after mistaking an antacid for medication, resulting in a barefooted sprint through the forest by Hyun-jung.

Acceptance and Understanding

Following the mishap, Mi-ran learns the truth about Sol’s condition. Sol reveals her vulnerabilities, confiding in Mi-ran about her past fear and intent in seeking Hyun-jung’s assistance for a reflective body profile photo, exposing her surgery scars, which moves the audience.

Cliffhangers and Curiosity

The episode wraps up with a brooding Hyun-jung receiving an unsettling message, concluding with a haunting narration, “Our bodies lied to us,” igniting anticipation for what comes next.