- You should die later. - Who are you?
- I want to release your album. - I'm an ex-convict.
Aren't you going after the sister and not the band member?
- I want to be in a band. - A band?
- Your guitar skills were no joke. - I studied guitar in Juilliard.
Do you know how to play bass?
- Hello. - He's my son.
I think I should be Ha Neul's manager.
Let's shoot a movie with this actress.
She framed Ha Neul.
He's here.
What are you doing here?
He left a text message and disappeared.
It took 10 years for you to come.
Now, I'll go to you.
(Episode 6)
We moved to Seoul.
Kyle, Yun Soo and Chan Hee.
We all live together.
After you disappeared, we were lost.
So Geu Rin got us all together.
She said we should wait together.
After you were gone,
I thought about it all day.
"Mr Shin is right."
"With the way things turned out,"
"KTOP will mess with us."
"Then Mr Shin will..."
"blame himself for it."
Suk Ho.
I...
wanted to sing.
I still do.
But now,
I want to sing with you.
I want to sing the song you make...
on the stage you arrange.
I trust that you'll come back.
I hope you return soon.
Everyone...
misses you a lot.
Did you find him? Where is he? What's he doing?
Is he sick? Is he in a hospital?
You must miss him a lot.
It's not because I miss him.
I'm glad you found him, because we need to make an album.
When will he come back?
Did you tell him that we're together?
What did he say?
- He didn't say anything. - Oh, no.
Give me the address. I'll go get him.
Let's not tell the others yet.
He might need more time.
Did you call for a chauffeur?
Why are you late?
I'll do it. Hold on.
Give it to me.
It's okay. I'll do it.
I'll do it. You might hurt your back.
I want to sing with you.
I want to sing the song you make...
on the stage you arrange.
How have you been?
Suk Ho.
I was worried because nobody could get a hold of you.
It looks like you're doing all right.
Entertainer Band will begin.
I have no reason to report to you.
There's only one thing I want to say to you.
You'll try to trip us over no matter what.
That's all right, since I played dirty before I left.
Do whatever you want.
Entertainer Band won't falter.
And I will clear Ha Neul's name...
no matter what.
You better be prepared.
Bye.
Is it you, Geu Rin?
Let's go have brunch.
I'm hungry because I haven't had breakfast.
You should just let it out.
You're glad to see me, aren't you?
My goodness. I'm embarrassed.
Thank you.
- Did Chan Hee leave? - He got on the school bus.
I think he has a girlfriend. He doesn't even look at me.
He must take after you. It's in the blood.
Open your eyes and eat.
What do you do every night?
Gosh.
Here's what I owe you.
Is it a legitimate part-time job?
I got paid to play music.
At a place called "Jazz Cafe". What do you take me for?
Gosh.
I can't believe they send spam texts this early in the morning.
It's Mr Shin.
Assemble at the Mango Entertainment office.
Is it Mr Shin?
Isn't it a ghost?
Stop eating. Assemble!
Stop eating! Hurry!
Wait.
Let's go.
- Sir. - Sir.
You guys look shabby.
Are you crying?
He's crying.
You called him a runaway scam artist. Now, you're crying?
It's just my eye drops.
I was worried that you'd be gone.
Thank you all for gathering here.
Don't think that...
I'm nicer or kinder.
From now on, I'll be crankier.
You're a selfish man.
Is that what you say after six months of leave?
Are you done crying?
Suk Ho.
Did you ask for me?
Have a seat.
You should report, since you're the manager.
Pardon?
Oh, that's right.
Kyle worked hard at the band you recommended and...
He broke the drummer's arm and was kicked out.
He slapped Kyle first.
I heard you threatened to press charges if he did.
I lost my temper.
You're a born natural.
A manager should always take her client's side.
Good job.
Yun Soo was doing well at his job at the academy,
- but Chan Hee got hurt and... - So he went to my dad's restaurant.
Ms Yeo thought that would be best.
Okay.
Everyone was behind on rent, so I had them move into my place.
What about living expenses?
Are you working five jobs again?
No. No, I don't do that any more.
Everyone chips in.
Ha Neul sings jingles every so often and gives me money, too.
First mission as manager.
Delivering my gift to Ha Neul and making it impactful.
I promised to buy you something sweet as a reward.
Sorry I'm late.
I thought you had forgotten.
You did well.
You were tough...
and hung in there.
Good job, Jeong Geu Rin.
What do you have on your head?
Really? What is it?
How is the song?
Kyle's music and Ha Neul's lyrics fit well together.
Man Shik's arrangement is good, too.
The song is...
worth releasing.
In other words, even an expert can find no flaws.
I looked for a drummer,
and I can't find anyone that fits with the sound.
We need to keep looking.
I thought we could hold a small performance once we have one,
so I'm looking into some clubs at Hongdae.
They tend to hold small performances.
Why don't we start like that, too?
Who says we'll do a small performance?
- Pardon? - We need to start big.
No matter what anyone says, our debut will be on a large stage.
We must do whatever it takes to get them on a large stage.
- Yes? - Yes.
- Yes, yes. - Yes, yes.
Yes, yes.
What a nice day.
Didn't you apply to college?
Are you using me as an excuse to bum around?
I tried out for a music school.
I thought I'd make it. My grades aren't bad,
and I did well at try-outs.
But?
I failed.
I guess they saw my record and didn't want me.
I will...
clear your name.
Let's not give up.
I'm not doing it because you're special.
The guilty must pay for their sins.
It's only natural.
So, don't give up, and tell me anything you remember.
You're not sick, right?
Have you been eating?
You've lost weight.
He looks healthy to me.
You punk. You should at least keep in touch.
Your mum almost died.
I'm sorry.
You've lost weight because you missed me.
Hello, Sir.
Hello.
I heard you hurt your head.
Are you okay?
Uncle Kyle said I'm find because my head is full of rocks.
Are they paying you?
They even give me bonuses.
Your mother takes good care of Chan Hee, too.
Really?
That's right. Hold on a second.
Here.
You still have that?
Forget it. Take it.
My back hurts. Come on.
- Take it. - Come on.
You've entered an incorrect code.
Please enter the code.
A robber.
You're dead.
How is the code not your birthday nor mine, but Min Joo's?
You're so devoted.
Man.
Who are you?
You look like you didn't worry about me at all.
You look good.
You sound just like Shin Suk Ho.
- Which room is mine? - What do you mean? This is my home.
You are shameless.
You disappear without a word and worry me to death,
and now you want a room? Are you kidding me?
Aren't you happy to see me?
I'm happy to see you, but this is still my home.
- Should I stay here? - No!
My mum gave me this place saying a wife is all I need.
But you crawl in here and want to move in? No way!
Buy me a bed.
- The floor hurts my back. - You punk.
- Get out. - No!
Shoot.
I can't concentrate on the sound.
And what's with the walls?
The amplifier may be old, but it sounds good.
I'm sure it's better than the pub you worked at.
What's this?
Is this it?
What is this?
This isn't a studio. How much was this?
Shoot.
Where's the owner?
Geu Rin,
give him a call.
He calls this a studio?
Bangeurae Distributions? What do they sell, bread?
This thief.
- The line is busy. - I'll pay it back.
This punk thief.
Please leave a message...
Wow. How long has it been?
I know.
I was so curious what you were up to after you suddenly quit KTOP.
You're still there, right? I heard you were doing well.
I left, too.
I did something huge...
- and got caught. - Good. KTOP isn't the only agency.
- What are you up to? - I'm forming a band.
You are?
I recognised your skills back when you were a manager.
What about you? What have you been up to?
Me?
I've been doing album distributions.
They call me "Mr Byun" in Hongdae.
Then...
have you heard of Bangeurae Distributions?
What? How do you know it?
Our manager rented a studio while I was away,
and it's a total warehouse.
I'm losing my mind.
I want to meet this punk thief and give him a piece of my mind.
I need to see what he looks like.
He looks like this.
What?
He looks like this.
You punk.
What? It was you?
The studio's not bad, right?
No way. It looks haunted.
You have to give us a discount.
But what exactly do you distribute?
Meditation music.
- Meditation music? - I went to the temple...
and wondered how I should make a living...
and realised I should make meditation music.
I'm a natural businessman.
It's a very stable market.
You must make enough to pay for your kids' education.
I have no kids. I'm still single.
You still haven't gotten married?
Exactly.
That's why I switched over to church music,
so I go to church now.
As you may know,
the likelihood of meeting a woman at a Buddhist temple is zero.
I'm sure. You haven't changed.
Bangeurae Distributions.
It's Mum.
Yes, Mum.
I'm getting some new books. Yes.
I'm heading home now. Okay.
See you later!
See you.
Would you like to look at some instruments?
Yes, who's that kid?
He's not a musician. He goes to Seoul University.
He's crazy about drums.
He drops by whenever he has time and plays the drums.
It's a used drum kit I put out for sale...
so I just let him play for fun.
Do you know what he majors in?
Jae Hoon.
How was it?
- It was good. - Was it?
- Yes. - Let's go.
It won't be easy to convince a mama's boy.
Wow, that's just great.
Hi, Sir!
Sir!
What happened to the drums?
I sold them.
- What? - Hold on.
Here, this is for you.
(If you want the drums back, come find me at this address!)
Excuse me.
Hello.
You found me well.
Hello, Sir.
You were pretty good at drums.
Do you play for fun?
Yes. Kind of.
Anyway, what do you do here?
It's a band studio.
My band practises here.
I see.
Do you want to play drums?
In our band?
In a band?
- I like this drink. - Thank you.
I can get your name engraved on the drum kit.
- For real? - Of course.
I thought you were a drummer from some movie.
My mum will flip out once she finds out.
You're a college student. Don't you get some free time? You're an adult.
How many times do you practise per week?
Whenever you're able to come.
You're pretty skilled, so it won't take long to put together a song.
I'm not asking you to change your major.
You studied hard to make it there. Why would you quit?
Nevertheless,
how could you spend your whole life doing only one thing?
That's no fun.
You can study hard and play drums for enjoyment.
I have to go as soon as my mum calls.
The others won't like it.
If our band members were ranked according to their personalities,
they would have made it to Seoul University, too.
What?
He bought a drum kit before recruiting a drummer?
Yes, he bought a used one ahead of time.
Go in.
Say hi. He's our drummer!
- Hello, my name is Seo Jae Hoon. - Hello.
- He's a student? - Yes, I'm a student.
- He said I can still join the band. - Who said that?
- I did. - Mr Shin...
Welcome.
- She's our manager. - Hello.
- So...
we have been waiting for Jae Hoon since last year.
- Let's introduce... - Just to save time,
- I'll tell you some things. Listen. - Kyle, have a seat.
All right? We can all speak.
There are a few things you need to know about us.
Sit back down. Come here.
He has to know beforehand.
There's no point wasting time later on.
Our CEO created Jackson and Lucy Girls.
He was trying to open a new agency with Jackson,
but he got back-stabbed and lost everything.
Our bass player has a child. That's his son next to him.
Hello.
The person on the other side of him is an ex-convict.
It's not for a serious crime,
but he almost ended up in a reformatory in high school.
I'm the only one normal here. I graduated from Juilliard.
This is who we are. I know what you must be feeling. I've been there.
That's exciting!
- This is just like in the movies. - Is that right?
I love this type of crazy randomness.
- Is it just me? - No, I guess not.
- Suk Ho. - Yes?
You should change the name of this band.
It should be called, "The Freaky Dorks".
What's the name of this band?
Our band? Entertainer Band?
That's insane.
That's totally my style. I'll join this band for sure.
Okay, sure.
That's amazing.
You're totally amazing.
That's amazing.
- You're amazing. - That's amazing.
That's amazing.
How amazing.
Are we capable of producing a record under Mango Music?
Who do you think I am?
What do you have in mind for the first performance?
I think we should try for a popular singer's concert.
That won't do.
It has to be the opening performance for national television music show.
You have lost your senses.
Who would let a rookie play for the opening performance?
What's wrong with our kids?
Don't all singers go through their rookie days?
Then, what's your plan?
I'm going to put them on national television.
I don't think you should even try.
There you go.
Are those vitamin tablets?
- Have a vitamin drink each. - Thank you.
- Oh, vitamin.
What's my task?
You're the driver.
What? Don't you have a license?
Yes, I do.
But it's been a while since I drove.
I'll teach you.
You'll catch on in no time. Don't worry.
Could you please step on it?
There are no cars on the road. Press the accelerator.
When will we ever reach the office this way?
Step on it.
Step on the accelerator!
Turn right!
Stop!
(City Safety has been activated.)
Stop slamming on the brake! You'll make me puke.
I didn't slam on the brake! The car stopped on its own.
How is the car smarter than you?
Did you learn to drive from books?
This is the problem.
They give driver's licence out to just anybody.
Where are you going?
It's supposed to be tough on the road.
Sometimes, there are people who have road rage.
My arms hurt...
and my leg muscles are tight.
My shoulders are also stiff.
But you keep yelling at me...
and say I'm just "anybody".
Now that you mention it, I think I was being too harsh.
Sorry for calling you "anybody".
You shoulders are sore, right? You didn't turn the steering right.
Your arms are sore too, right? How about your heels?
Should I massage your shoulders?
Stop touching me!
I didn't touch you!
I was massaging your shoulders in case you were in pain!
That's why they say never teach your wife or girlfriend how to drive.
I'm not your wife or girlfriend!
I'm just saying!
What have I put myself into?
Hey, hey.
One of our biggest strengths is the vocalist's voice.
You can't overpower his voice.
Then, what if Ha Neul takes a break and we try to play...
on our own?
You guys work so well together.
How long have you been playing together?
- This is our first rehearsal. - Really?
It's like you've all experienced the lowest points of your life...
and made a natural connection with each other.
What is he saying?
Do you think attending Juilliard was the lowest point of my life?
Did you check his diploma?
It's common for people to forge their educational background.
Let's do a run, then record each part separately.
I heard that Suk Ho recorded an album.
He'll start promoting it soon.
He won't be able to.
He won't be able to be on TV.
Radio, variety shows, music shows,
and even small stages in Hongdae.
I already took care of everything.
Why didn't you stop him from making the album?
I thought it'd be more fun to see him go down...
when he's doing well.
You should just sit back and watch, Sir.
It looks like you're finally doing your work.
Thank you, Sir.
I don't think we can put the song up on online music stores.
Money is one thing.
We can't go past Lee Joon Suk.
Then what's the use of promoting the music?
Even if people search on-line,
the result won't show up. How will people listen?
As long as KTOP exists,
we get filtered out.
We need to avoid the filter.
It's impressive, isn't it?
Could you...
put it up on the websites?
KTOP is keeping a close watch. How could I?
- You can do it. - How?
Put it up as this month's new church music.
Lee Joon Suk won't look that closely.
This isn't church music, is it?
If the music is about love, it's "We are the world".
And that's basically, "I love saver of souls".
We just need to make the song searchable.
My goodness, you're smart.
We have to share the profit.
That's a given. You don't need to mention it.
The vocalist sings well.
He's handsome, too.
I think he'll make it.
That's right.
Do you remember Jo Sung Hyun?
My close friend, Jo Sung Hyun.
I introduced him to Lee Joon Suk before.
- Who? - Well,
Jo Sung Hyun who didn't get to release an album.
I was stuck in Moscow, so you proceeded with the project.
Right. That's right.
What about him?
The vocalist is...
Sung Hyun's brother.
He's dead.
Jo Sung Hyun.
He's dead, Joon Suk.
Who?
I didn't hear anything from you.
What is it?
Are you okay?
I'm feeling hot.
It's because you're getting old, isn't it?
Are you going through andropause?
Here you go.
In 1, 2, 3.
Smile.
Be friendly.
Yun Soo, show your teeth.
- Do more. - Do what?
Why aren't you the fan club president this time?
I've done it for five years. That's a long time.
I saw your blog posts. The pictures you took of Jackson are amazing.
Aren't they?
I got a new camera.
- By the way, Director. - Yes?
That's right. I got fired.
Why did you want to see me?
Last fall,
did you go to Jackson's showcase in Busan?
- Yes. - Can I see the pictures?
Not the ones you posted on your blog.
Why?
You know...
I cared a lot about Jinu, don't you?
That's why a lot of his fans hated you.
- What about you? - I liked Jinu a lot,
so I was thankful.
I don't take care of Jackson any more.
But there's something I need to know.
Please show me the pictures without asking any questions.
It's really important to Jinu.
You have to see them here. I can't send them to you.
Of course.
Did you take any pictures in a parking lot or in front of a club?
Wait a minute.
Here.
I took these while I was waiting for him in the parking lot.
Do you have any pictures with the taxi's plate number?
I wanted to take more because I was curious about the girl.
But Jackson came out, so I got busy taking their pictures.
(Entertainer Band)
The Show.
Production director, Park Won Suk.
(Park Won Suk)
Production director, Park Won Suk?
Assistant director, Park Won Suk?
- Mr Shin. - What's that buzzing noise?
Director!
Director.
Why does it have to be him?
Oh my gosh.
Why?
This is uncomfortable.
Hello, Mr Park.
I see you still come here.
I'm in the entertainment business. Of course, I'm still here.
Now that you're the production director,
you look even more handsome.
Gosh, what's that buzzing noise?
Is there a mosquito?
No, there isn't.
I can't back down now.
Mr Park.
Please...
Please help me this once. Am I too rude?
I must appeal to his feelings.
I didn't know how I would survive in this world.
I was being a punk and...
This is too pathetic.
Shoot.
Excuse me.
Hello?
- Hello? - Yes? Who...
Yes.
I'm sorry,
but would you get me some toilet paper?
I didn't realise this stall was out and it's too late.
Are you out of toilet paper?
Yes.
Where are you?
I can't get up, so down here. Do you see my hand?
- Okay. - Yes.
- Here you go. - Thank you.
Sheesh.
Thank you. so much.
Were you practising your lines?
I wish I were.
Have a nice day.
Excuse me.
If you're desperate, the best thing to do is to be humble.
You saw me. I was desperate, so I begged for help.
That's life.
- Sure. - Thank you again.
Sure.
- Have a nice day. - You, too.
Sleep with the backrest down.
You should rest properly when you can, to stay healthy.
I just dozed off.
You took a while.
How did it go?
Let's go for now.
Stop.
Sleep a little longer. I'll be right back.
Where are you going?
There's nothing to lose.
What...
What are you doing?
My mother always said...
the one ahead falls behind and the one behind gets ahead,
and to always be humble.
But I didn't understand...
and was horrible to you when you were an assistant director.
I didn't know this day would come.
I thought I'd always remain on top and continue bullying others around.
Now that I've hit rock bottom, I am too humiliated to keep my head up.
Mr Park.
Please...
help me, this once.
Please let...
Entertainer Band...
go on stage just once.
They aren't bad kids.
I'm the big fat jerk.
My kids are talented.
They came this far following my lead.
Please, for their sake, please...
Please give them a chance.
I'll come and kneel before you every single day...
to make up for all of the pain I've made you suffer.
I'll kneel 100, no, 1,000 times...
until you tell me I can stop coming.
So...
please help me,
Mr Park.
- Wow. - Shin Suk Ho has such thick skin.
- How could he return to the studio? - I know.
I'd be too ashamed to show my face.
What? Shin Suk Ho knelt before a production director?
I can't believe I missed it.
You should've filmed it,
so that I could replay it.
So funny.
- He just walked by. - I know.
This isn't right.
I'm the CEO of Mango Entertainment Agency...
and the manager...
of Entertainer Band, Shin Suk Ho!
Thank you. Thank you!
Get your head on straight.
You did the right thing.
Who cares about pride?
Shoot. How humiliating.
Jo Ha Neul.
Kyle.
Seo Jae Hoon.
Na Yun Soo.
Na Chan Hee.
Jo Ha Neul, Kyle, Seo Jae Hoon, Na Yun Soo, Na Chan Hee.
I can do it.
You seem to like iced americanos. See? The ice didn't melt.
Talk about perfect timing.
What is yours?
I have the taste buds of a child, so mine is a caramel macchiato.
Aren't you going to ask how it went?
I'm sure you did well. It's you, after all.
That didn't sound sincere.
Sir.
You're my first.
My first boss at a job that I enjoy.
My first role model...
and my first person.
Of course.
- It's your first job. - I've had part-time jobs.
What I mean is,
you are the best in my eyes,
and that I believe...
that whatever you did, you did great.
That's mine!
Yours is right here. Why are you drinking mine?
What...
I like macchiato too, from now on.
You should've asked first.
And you should be consistent.
You said I was your first love just moments ago.
I never said you were my first love. I said, "my first person".
I know. It just came out wrong.
I won't drink it!
You drink it.
You're such a kid at times like these.
Put on your seatbelt.
You put on yours!
(Lee Joon Suk)
The executive director himself said to hand over the stage.
There's no way to stop him.
I went to the studio...
and begged and threatened the managers.
But the new executive director came straight from the US,
so I don't know whom he's close to.
We have someone who doesn't know to fear KTOP, is that it?
Then we'll have to teach him.
Tell them,
as soon as they let Entertainer Band on stage,
KTOP's singers will never perform...
at SBC's music shows.
Yes, Mr Park.
Yes.
Sure, thank you!
Yes!
We'll show everybody who's the best guitarist in the country.
By the way, is it for national television?
Can I wear a mask, then? My mum will flip out if she sees me.
Let's discuss amongst ourselves.
Mr Shin, you're incredible.
We're going to be on live national television!
The executive director himself recommended us.
Hey, Suk Ho!
There you are.
We're in trouble.
- What's wrong? - KTOP...
- went hard against the director. - What did they do?
They said if Entertainer Band get to perform on the show,
they won't let any of their singers perform on their programmes.
What should we do?
What's wrong with that? Why would they do that?
Why are they so determined to bring down a rookie like us?
What's between us and KTOP?
Hurry up.
I said I don't want to do this!
Why would I go here? Do I look mental to you?
Don't say that out loud. People will beat you.
Normal office workers and students go for counselling all the time.
I have no reason to be here.
Let's just go for lunch.
But you still have trouble sleeping.
I sleep just fine.
Man Shik is worried about you.
He says you have trouble sleeping.
Gosh, Man Shik.
Suk Ho.
You'll go see a doctor if you have a cold, right?
You are suffering inside. Why won't you go see a doctor for it?
My goodness.
Your drawings are odd.
You must be stressing out a lot.
Everything in life is stressful.
On top of that,
you are too weak to take care of yourself.
Look at me closely.
I've gone through all sort of hardships and still survived.
What about me do you find weak?
Have a look.
Usually,
if I tell people to draw themselves on a rainy day,
they'll draw a raincoat or put an umbrella over their head.
They'll put on rain boots at the very least.
But when I see your drawing,
you're getting soaked in the rain.
It means you're stressed.
It means you are taking all the burden for yourself.
(Myself on a rainy day)
Do you sleep well?
Gosh, Min Joo.
I'll give you a prescription. Take it before you go to bed.
I fall asleep as soon as I close my eyes.
You have an anxiety disorder and insomnia.
That's where you are right now.
Try taking these pills before you go to bed.
You're bearing the weight...
but that's not the best solution,
Mr Shin Suk Ho.
Gosh.
Hey, are you done already?
He usually takes time with his patients.
Why would you make ma see a quack?
I guess he hit the spot.
- May I have the prescription? - Just a moment, please.
You're bearing the weight...
but that's not the best solution,
Mr Shin Suk Ho.
Are these pills?
"Myself on a rainy day".
"Psychiatry"?
What is this?
(Rain drawing in art therapy)
"Rain represents..."
"a difficult or a stressful situation."
(Interpretation of rain drawings)
Hello.
Hello, Director.
What were you saying? You have more pictures?
You know the vice president of our fan club, right? The chubby one?
What was her name? I remember her though.
I asked her at the last general meeting just in case,
and she said she had some pictures as well.
But the pictures are kind of offensive.
The pictures are offensive?
You're alive after all.
You should have stayed in touch.
How are you doing?
I'm making ends meet.
I told you I'll find a job for you,
but you didn't contact me.
I was disappointed, you know.
About Jo Ha Neul.
Why would you mention his name?
Leave him alone.
Why would you appear out of nowhere and tell me that?
Jo Ha Neul.
He's Sung Hyun's brother.
Quit messing with Entertainer Band.
Why should I? What's Sung Hyun to me, anyway?
You killed him.
You killed Sung Hyun.
(Entertainer)
You can't do this all of a sudden.
Set up a meeting with the prosecutor.
Wait for it. I'll reveal the picture with you in it.
I want to be a good manager like you.
I only had good intentions.
What are you doing?
The tattoo on you neck looks nice.
That punk saw my tattoo. He remembers it!
I'm in a band. I didn't give up classical music because of you.
I missed you.
Show off all our band's charms and skills, all right?