The K-marriage of the year will happen Oct. 31 between veteran actress Song Hye Kyo (“Descendants of the Sun,” “All In,” “Full House” and “Autumn Story”) and actor Song Joong Ki (“Descendants of the Sun,” “Sungkyunkwan Scandal” and “A Werewolf Boy”).
Song Hye Kyo was born Nov. 22, 1981, while Song Joong Ki was born Sept. 19, 1985. Following rumors of their romance, the couple announced their wedding date two weeks ago. With the success of “Descendants,” Song Joong Ki became the hottest Korean actor in Asia, with a huge fan base in China.
“Descendants” has a viewership rating of over 40 percent and was seen more than 2.5 billion times on iQiyi, the largest online video site in China. Song Joong Ki just finished his latest film, “The Battleship Island,” which will be released in Hawaii in early August.
THIS WEEK’S SYNOPSES
“Breezy Love”
Episodes 10-11
>> Today, 6:30 p.m.: Heedong runs into Shinae at a convenience store and asks her to model for his webtoon. Mipoong tries to shut her heart to Jango after he introduces her to a friend as his sister.
>> Today, 7:45 p.m.: Shinae runs at seeing Youngae but Youngae can’t catch her. Jango congratulates Mipoong for winning a logo competition. Jangsoo heads for Heera’s house, declaring she’s the only woman for him.
“My Sassy Girl”
Episodes 17-20
>> Monday, 7:45 p.m.: The princess feels betrayed when Kyun-woo takes on the task of interpreting for the Qing prince. Kyun-woo can’t help but feel annoyed at the Qing prince’s interest in the princess. Jung Ki-joon delivers Min Yoo-hwan’s letter to the queen.
>> Tuesday, 7:45 p.m.: The princess is confused when Kyun-woo refuses to interpret for the Qing prince. Kyun-woo feels something is amiss while helping to prepare for prince’s proposal to the princess. Jung Ki-joon invites Kyun-woo to his residence.
“Love in Trouble”
Episodes 33-36
>> Wednesday, 7:45 p.m.: Jung Hyun-soo regains consciousness. Ji-wook rushes over to the hospital where Bong-hee and Hyun-soo are. Hyun-soo greets him with a perplexing question: “Do you know me?”
>> Thursday, 7:45 p.m.: Bong-hee and Ji-wook stay vigilant of Hyun-soo’s moves. Hyun-soo is aware of their watchful eyes. Bong-hee pores over her case alone at night.
“Band of Sisters”
Episodes 23-24
>> Friday, 7:45 p.m.: Chairman Goo proposes to Deul-re with flowers and shoes. She happily accepts his proposal. Goon-ja and Kye-hwa have a physical fight, and Goon-ja tumbles down the stairs.
>> Saturday, 7:45 p.m.: Se-kyung collapses and ends up in the emergency room. She calls Eun-hyang to come when no one else can be reached. Eun-hyang finds out Se-kyung suffers from ectopic pregnancy. Hwan-seung sees Se-kyung’s prescription.
Jeff Chung is general manager of KBFD-TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles. Reach him at 521-8066 or jeffchung@kbfd.com.
