What's Wrong with Secretary Kim (Philippine TV series)
| What's Wrong with Secretary Kim | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Romantic comedy |
| Based on | What's Wrong with Secretary Kim by Jung Eun-young |
| Directed by | Chad Vidanes |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Filipino |
| No. of episodes | 18 |
| Production | |
| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 21–29 minutes |
| Production company | Dreamscape Entertainment |
| Original release | |
| Network | Viu |
| Release | March 18, 2024 – present |
| Related | |
| What's Wrong with Secretary Kim (South Korea) | |
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim is a Philippine romantic comedy television series loosely based on the 2018 South Korean drama series of the same title.[1] It stars Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino. It premiered on March 18, 2024 on Viu.
Premise[edit]
A competent secretary and a narcissistic boss fall in love while uncovering a traumatic past that causes them to question whether their feelings are real or the result of a shared trauma.
Cast and characters[edit]
Main cast[edit]
- Kim Chiu[2] as Kimberly "Kim" Liwanag, the secretary of Vice Chairman Brandon
- Chastity Claire Dizon as young Kim
- Paulo Avelino[2] as Brandon Manansala "BMC / Donny" Castillo, the Vice Chairman
- Stanley Abuloc as young Brandon
Supporting cast[edit]
- Castillo Family
- Jake Cuenca[3] as Cyrus "Morpheus" Castillo, author and Brandon's older brother
- Janice de Belen[4] as Carlota Castillo, Brandon's mother
- Franco Laurel[4] as Robert Castillo, Brandon's father
- Liwanag Family
- Romnick Sarmenta[4] as Felix Liwanag, Kim's father
- Cai Cortez[4] as Klarisse "Kla" Liwanag, Kim's sister
- Kat Galang[4] as Katrina "Kat" Liwanag, Kim's sister
- Prime Alpha Employees
- Pepe Herrera[4] as Philip Alvarez, company President and best friend of Vice Chairman Brandon
- Angeline Quinto[4] as Sarah Angeles
- Phi Palmos[4] as Walter Ignacio
- Kaori Oinuma[4] as Kim Marie Flores, newly hired secretary
- JC Alcantara[4] as Ronald "Roni" Ramos, HR personnel
- Yves Flores[4] as Jordan "Jordy" Agoncillo
- Gillian Vicencio[4] as Stephanie "Steph" Roxas, clumsy secretary of President Philip
- Brian Sy[4] as Baldonado "Baldo" Aguinaldo, company driver
- Race Matias as Troy, journalist friend of Kim
Guest role[edit]
- Kim Won-shik[4][5] as Daniel Park
- Sachzna Laparan as Jessy Manuel, Brandon's girlfriend
- Raul Montesa as Dr. Villa
- Froilan Manto as Greg
- Reign Parani as applicant
- Bart Guingona as Brandon's doctor/ therapist
- Olive Isidro as Castillo brothers' teacher
- Via Antonio
- Abi Kassem
Episodes[edit]
| No. | Title | Original release date[a] | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Beauty and the Boss" | March 18, 2024 | |
| Amid a busy event, Kim Liwanag stands out as a reliable secretary who is in control of everything. When an unforeseen problem ensues, Kim wastes no time and springs into action before her narcissistic boss arrives. Later, Kim makes a tough decision. | |||
| 2 | "The Boss’s Proposal" | March 18, 2024 | |
| Brandon presents various offers in an attempt to prevent Kim from leaving her post, but to no avail. Soon, however, he makes a shocking proposal as his secretary makes up a reason behind her resignation. | |||
| 3 | "Someone Like Kim" | March 18, 2024 | |
| The recruitment process for Kim’s replacement kicks off, yet Brandon remains puzzled by his secretary‘s unwavering determination to leave. Getting wind of an investor’s move to get Kim behind his back, Brandon starts to question her loyalty. | |||
| 4 | "Are You Kara-OK" | March 25, 2024 | |
| Awkwardness hangs between Brandon and Kim as both of them expect an apology from each other following their heated exchange. Noticing that his secretary is avoiding him, Brandon joins Kim and his staff’s night out unannounced. | |||
| 5 | "The Pursuit of Kim’s Happiness" | March 26, 2024 | |
| A weird survey from the HR Department sends the office into a frenzy. Later, Kim agrees to attend a blind date set up by her sister, but an emergency meeting foils her plan. | |||
| 6 | "Can't Hardly Date" | March 27, 2024 | |
| Brandon's brother is coming home but that seems to trigger a traumatic experience from his childhood. Meanwhile, Secretary Kim finally went on a date with a college friend, and when Brandon find out he went on searching for her. | |||
| 7 | "The Games We Play" | April 1, 2024 | |
| Kim Marie's unconscious mistake triggers Brandon's past trauma. Envious of a colleague forming a bond with Kim during the company sports fest, Brandon decides to participate in the games, much to the employees' surprise. | |||
| 8 | "The Pairing Trap" | April 2, 2024 | |
| Kim starts to entertain her sister's theory about Brandon's traumatic childhood after tending to her boss' sprained ankle. The next day, a crisis about their company's event leads Brandon to challenge Kim and her team with an impossible task. | |||
| 9 | "Hello, Morpheus..." | April 3, 2024 | |
| Prime Alpha's big event is just around the corner, and the staff have yet to find a keynote speaker. Thankfully, Kim finds the perfect match through her favorite author, the reclusive Morpheus. Brandon receives an unwelcome visitor at his office. | |||
| 10 | "My Brother's Keeper" | April 8, 2022 | |
| Felix becomes upset with Kim for investigating her past abduction without his knowledge. Kim manages to convince Brandon to have dinner with his family, but the supposedly happy reunion turns sour when Brandon and Cyrus end up in a fight. | |||
| 11 | "Brandon M. Confused" | April 9, 2024 | |
| After finding themselves in a compromising situation, Brandon makes an excuse to lighten things up. While this incident opens new and confusing feelings for Kim, Brandon indirectly consults Philip for his next moves. | |||
| 12 | "First Date?" | April 10, 2024 | |
| Acting on his mother's advice, Cyrus sets up a meeting with Kim as Morpheus. However, Kim declines his invitation as she is scheduled to have dinner date with Brandon. While trying out different dresses, Kim accidentally calls her boss. | |||
| 13 | "Morphing Time" | April 15, 2024 | |
| After their disastrous encounter with Cyrus, both Brandon and Kim refuse to apologize and give each other a cold shoulder at work the next day. Kim Marie enlists Steph's help to confirm her hunch about Roni. | |||
| 14 | "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" | April 16, 2024 | |
| Brandon's stubbornness prevents him from apologizing to his secretary. Cyrus, on the contrary, surprises Kim with an immediate apology. As Kim learns Cyrus' past after an unexpected heart-to-heart talk, she also starts to understand Brandon better. | |||
| 15 | "Push and Pull" | April 17, 2024 | |
| Following a misunderstanding, Brandon tags along with Kim in hopes of making up with her. On the other hand, Kim Marie spots a familiar face while looking for an affordable flat to rent. | |||
| 16 | "Finding Ninja Boy" | April 22, 2024 | |
| Thanks to Troy's journalistic skills, Kim discovers Ninja Boy is one of the Castillo brothers. To verify her hunch, Kim probes into Brandon's past. Aside from her, however, Troy is also eager to uncover the truth for personal reasons. | |||
| 17 | "A Talk to Remember" | April 23, 2024 | |
| Romantic tensions rise between Kim and Brandon as she is convinced that her boss and Ninja Boy are the same person. Unsure of how to make him remember, Kim calls out to Brandon as Ninja Boy, only to later find out that her hunch is wrong. | |||
| 18 | "Torn Between Two Brothers" | April 24, 2024 | |
| Brandon grows troubled when Kim informs him that she finally found Ninja Boy, and he is none other than Cyrus. To make matters worse, his concern heightens when he spots his secretary meeting up with his brother. | |||
Soundtrack[edit]
| What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? Original Soundtrack | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Various artists | |
| Released | April 5, 2024 |
| Genre | Various |
| Label | Star Music |
| No. | Title | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Uuwian" | JL Toreliza of BGYO | 4:21 |
| 2. | "Ikaw Sana Siya" | Angela Ken | 3:45 |
| 3. | "Here With You" | BINI | 3:32 |
| 4. | "Mr. Right" | Angeline Quinto | 3:28 |
| 5. | "To Be With You" | Kim Won Shik | 3:34 |
| 6. | "Figure You Out" | Joey Union | 4:10 |
| 7. | "Lagi" | BINI | 4:16 |
| 8. | "Kapag Ako'y Nagmahal" | Jolina Magdangal | 4:18 |
| 9. | "Heto Ako" | Kaori Oinuma | 2:50 |
| 10. | "Uuwian" | BGYO | 4:21 |
Production[edit]
Development[edit]
The series was officially announced on November 21, 2023.[6][7]
On January 15, 2024, it was reported that Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino tested positive for COVID-19 and the filming was suspended since they are self-quarantined.[8]
Marketing[edit]
On February 15, 2024, Viu Philippines released on their social media accounts still cuts of the series.[9]
A teaser was released on February 19, 2024 in their streaming app.[10] On February 26, 2024 official trailer was released revealing its showing date beginning March 18, 2024.[11] A second trailer was released revealing the cast on March 7, 2024.
On March 1, 2024, the official poster designed by Justin Besana was revealed.[12]
A media conference was held on March 9, 2024 at Gateway Mall. It was attended by its lead actors, Kim and Paulo, its cast members, director Chad Vidanes, team from Dreamscape Entertainment, Viu Philippines and brand partners such as Choco Mucho and Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH). According to HMPH President, Mr. Dongwook Lee, Hyundai cars will be featured in the show as the two lead actors are also their latest ambassadors.[13]
On April 5, 2024, Star Music released the show's official soundtrack with nine songs performed by different artists including cast members Angeline Quinto, Kaori Oinuma and Kim Won Shik, as well as P-pop groups BINI and BGYO.[14]
Release[edit]
The series premiered on Viu on March 18, 2024 with the first 3 episodes for free users and two more advance episodes for premium users. The series is also available to viewers in the US and Canada through iWantTFC.[15]
An advance watch party for Kim-Pau fans and selected viewers was held on March 16, 2024 at Novotel Hotel in Quezon City.[16]
On its second week, it was announced that episodes will be released three times weekly, from Monday to Wednesday, one episode per day.
Reception[edit]
After its premiere it became the top one most watched series in streaming platform Viu. As a result, Viu became the top application in Apple App Store.[17]
Notes[edit]
- ^ Advanced episodes releases every Monday to Wednesday starting from episode 4 and 5 and available for premium users.
References[edit]
- ^ "Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino to star in PH adaptation of 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim'". ABS-CBN News. 21 November 2023.
- ^ a b "Paulo Avelino, Kim Chiu grateful for 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim'". ABS-CBN News. 21 November 2023.
- ^ Pasajol, Anne (March 7, 2024). "Jake Cuenca among cast of 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim' PH adaptation". Inquirer.Net.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n "Janice de Belen, Romnick Sarmenta join cast of 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim'". ABS-CBN News. 25 November 2023.
- ^ "Kim Won Shik arrives in Manila". Daily Tribune. February 26, 2024.
- ^ "Paulo Avelino, Kim Chiu to star in PH adaptation of K-drama 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim?'". CNN Philippines. 21 November 2023. Archived from the original on December 27, 2023.
- ^ James A. Loyola (21 November 2023). "ABS-CBN forges 3rd partnership with Viu". Manila Bulletin.
- ^ Reyma Deveza (15 January 2024). "Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino test positive for COVID". ABS-CBN News.
- ^ "Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Villanueva, Angelica (February 19, 2024). "Viu drops teaser of 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim?' PH adaptation". Manila Standard.
- ^ "WATCH: PH's 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim' trailer". ABS-CBN News. February 26, 2024.
- ^ "LOOK: Official poster of 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim'". ABS-CBN News. March 1, 2024.
- ^ "Pinoy adaptation of "What's Wrong With Secretary Kim" to feature Hyundai". Autocar Philippines. March 23, 2024.
- ^ "PH's 'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim' releases OST". ABS-CBN News. April 5, 2024.
- ^ "Kim and Paulo's "What's Wrong with Secretary Kim" to Stream via iWantTFC in the U.S. and Canada". abs-cbn.com. March 19, 2024.
- ^ "KimPau fans invited to exclusive watch party of 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim'". ABS-CBN News. March 17, 2024.
- ^ "Kim Chiu thankful after her show gets Viu on top of app charts". ABS-CBN News. March 19, 2024.
External links[edit]
Categories:
- ABS-CBN drama series
- Viu (streaming media) original programming
- Philippine romantic comedy television series
- 2024 Philippine television series debuts
- Philippine television series based on South Korean television series
- Filipino-language television shows
- Television shows set in the Philippines
- Television series by Dreamscape Entertainment Television