

What's Wrong with Secretary Kim
Lee Young-Joon's family runs a large company and he works as the vice-president of the company. He is smart, rich and handsome, but he is arrogant. His secretary is Kim Mi-So. She has worked for him for years and she is perfect for him, but Kim Mi-So decides to quit her job.
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Plot Summary
A narcissistic vice-chairman of a large corporation, Lee Young-joon, discovers that his highly capable secretary, Kim Mi-so, intends to resign. He goes to great lengths to convince her to stay, leading to a series of humorous situations as he tries to understand why she wants to leave. Along the way, their pasts become intertwined, revealing a shared history that adds depth to their developing romantic relationship.
Critical Reception
The series was a commercial and critical success, lauded for its charming chemistry between the leads, witty dialogue, and satisfying romantic storyline. It was praised for adapting the popular webtoon effectively, providing a lighthearted yet engaging viewing experience that resonated with a wide audience.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for the undeniable chemistry between the lead actors.
- Applauded for its humorous and often comedic portrayal of office romance.
- Loved for its satisfying plot progression and feel-good narrative.
Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly enjoyed the drama, frequently citing the leads' superb chemistry and the show's ability to blend humor with heartwarming romantic moments. Many found the plot engaging and the overall experience highly enjoyable, leading to very high satisfaction ratings.
Awards & Accolades
Won numerous awards including Best Actor (Park Seo-joon) and Best Actress (Park Min-young) at the 2018 KBS Drama Awards, and Most Popular Actor (Park Seo-joon) at the 2018 Korea First Brand Awards. The series also received nominations for Best Drama.
Fun Fact
The drama is based on a popular webcomic of the same name, which itself was adapted from a web novel written by Jung Kyung-yoon.
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