Filipino fans of South Korean superstar Kim Soo-hyun can once again watch him on local television as the Tagalog-dubbed version of his crime thriller series, “One Ordinary Day,” is set to premiere on GMA Network.
The broadcast will begin on Monday, August 25. It will air on weekdays at 5:10 p.m., just before the popular game show “Family Feud.”
The eight-episode series, which also stars veteran actor Cha Seung-won, is a gripping drama that explores the intricacies of the criminal justice system.
Ordinary student’s life turns complicated
It follows the story of Kim Hyun-soo (Kim Soo-hyun), an ordinary college student whose life takes a dark turn when he becomes the primary suspect in a murder case after a night with a woman he just met.
Shin Joong-han (Cha Seung-won), a lawyer who barely passed the bar exam, is the only one who reaches out to help him. The series also features Kim Hong-pa as Park Sang-beom, the lead detective on the case.
“One Ordinary Day” is based on the British television series “Criminal Justice,” created by Peter Moffat. It originally aired in South Korea in November 2021 on the streaming platform Coupang Play. Both the original Korean and Tagalog-dubbed versions are also available for streaming on Viu Philippines.
Kim Soo-hyun and his fans fight back
The Philippine broadcast comes at a time when Kim Soo-hyun is on a professional hiatus following a controversy surrounding his personal life. In response to damaging rumors and allegations, he pursued a defamation lawsuit and has already secured a significant initial victory.
Despite these challenges, his global fanbase remains steadfast in their support, dismissing accusations that lack credible evidence.
Kim Soo-hyun last starred in “Queen of Tears” opposite Kim Ji-won. The series earned the highest viewership ratings of any K-drama in tvN history. It is also the world’s most-searched K-drama in Google in 2024. “Queen of Tears” streams on Netflix.
‘My Love from the Star’ returns, ‘Knock Off’ still in limbo
Fans are also eagerly awaiting Kim Soo-hyun’s upcoming Disney+ series, “Knock-Off,” which was originally slated for a 2025 release. However, due to the recent controversy, the show’s production has been halted, and its premiere has been postponed indefinitely.
Meanwhile, “My Love from the Star,” Kim Soo-hyun’s K-drama with Gianna Jun, premiered on South American television earlier this year. In Brazil, it aired on SBT network starting June 2. Mexico followed suit, as Azteca 7 began broadcasting the drama on July 21.
Amid these developments, the airing of “One Ordinary Day” on Philippine television offers a chance for both new and old fans to appreciate Kim Soo-hyun’s acclaimed acting prowess.
This article was created with the help of AI, and has been reviewed and edited by the Hallyu Dorama team.
