The ‘24-hour health club’ that was open 365 days a year has come to a close.

In the final episode of KBS 2TV’s Wednesday-Thursday drama ‘24 Hour Gym’ (directed by Park Jun-soo, Choi Yeon-soo / written by Kim Ji-soo / produced by CJ ENM STUDIOS, Bon Factory, Monster Union, Keyeast)that aired on the 5th, the last story of gym club manager Do Hyeon-joong(played by Lee Jun-young)and gym member Lee Mi-ran(played by Jung Eun-ji), who grew while training their bodies and minds in their own positions, was depicted.

On this day, Hyun Joong and Miran finally confirmed their feelings for each other and began a full-fledged relationship.The two spent a sweet time secretly dating, avoiding the eyes of their gym colleagues, and even enduring muscle loss.

But the happiness was short-lived, as a leak occurred in the old 24-hour gym in the basement, adding to the anxiety.Hyun-joong, who was in a situation where he would be kicked out by the building owner if he could not afford the millions of won in repair costs, struggled to protect his precious gym.Miran also stayed by Hyun-joong’s side and comforted him as he worried about losing his gym.

In the midst of all this, Miran heard from her company that she would be transferred to Hawaii for a year.It was a golden opportunity to go to Hawaii, the place she had always dreamed of, but Miran decided to give up on the Hawaii transfer she had so desperately wanted because she didn’t have the courage to leave and pursue her own dream at the moment when Hyunjoong was having the hardest time.

However, through a conversation with her ex-boyfriend, Yeom Jun-seok(played by Jung Wook-jin), Miran realizes that the reason she was not loved was not because of her body, but because ‘she did not love herself.’

After much thought, Miran went to Hyunjoong and said, “I want to show it to myself, the person I love.Hawaii,” and chose her dream.Hyunjoong respected Miran’s decision and boosted her self-esteem, and the passionate kiss between the two before their separation moved the hearts of viewers.

Meanwhile, Hyun-joong announced the closure of the gym and its business.The farewells of the gym family, including trainer Hyun-joong, Rosa(played by Lee Mi-do), Alex(played by Lee Seung-woo), members Miran, Im Seong-im(played by Park Seong-yeon), Yoon Bu-yeong(played by Lee Ji-hye), and Park Dool-hee(played by Hong Yoon-hwa), who had become close like family, left a deep impression.Dong Han-cheol(played by Choi Moo-sung), the first manager of the 24-hour gym, also expressed his gratitude to Hyun-joong for saving the gym.

After Miran left for Hawaii and Hyunjoong did not return to the gym for a year, he returned to his members by opening a gym on the rooftop instead of a semi-basement.The gym members who reunited after a long time happily welcomed Hyunjoong’s new beginning.

In particular, Hyun-joong brought laughter by experiencing the lives of the members firsthand and showing an upgraded ‘Hellchi Kwang-i’ moment.Miran also smiled as she faced Hyun-joong with a healthier appearance.

At the end of the broadcast, the 24-hour gym family members, including Hyun-joong and Miran, took body profile pictures with their bodies filled with their own worries and sorrows.Also, the scene of the gym family members running together, led by Hyun-joong, continued, leaving a meaningful message about realistic ways for us to love our bodies until the end.

In this way, ‘24 Hour Gym’ delivered warm comfort with various and touching stories about ‘real bodies’ that unfolded in the refreshing space of a gym.Not only did the actors ‘great acting multiply the charm of the characters, but Director Park Jun-soo’s directing ability that perfectly combined comedy and romance, and Writer Kim Ji-soo’s solid script that stimulated the viewers ‘empathy with the impactful lines, came together to become a’ healing drama’ that made everyone laugh and cry.

Photo courtesy of: KBS 2TV Wednesday-Thursday drama “24 Hour Health Club” broadcast capture

Jo com -woon, reporter for Donga.com madduxly@donga

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