(This program includes indirect advertisements.)
(All characters, locations, groups, incidents are fictional.)
(Filmed according to COVID-19 regulations.)
(Kill Heel)
(Episode 1)
(Award of Excellence, Broadcasting, Show Host Woo Hyun)
- Thank you. - Congratulations.
Congratulations.
Good job.
Congratulations.
- Congratulations. - Gosh, thanks.
Congratulations.
(Beauty, Choi Eun Mi)
(Choi Eun Mi, Show host)
UNI will show you beauty from a different angle.
(1. Beautiful, 2. Pretty)
(Beautiful)
(Delicious)
Turn your table into a restaurant!
We know what tastes good, and we'll share the secrets.
(Fashion show host, Bae Ok Sun)
UNI, your personal shopper.
You want me to do what?
(Woo Hyun, 10-year fashion show host)
Okay, fine. I got it.
I'll do it.
But it will be the first and last time.
Three turtlenecks, two denim jackets,
and a wool coat, all are on sale.
In return, do a half-off sale on pants on a weekday.
Oh, the Jisang Apparel pants?
Who's the host?
Her.
Woo Hyun.
Ms. Ahn the supervisor insisted on Bae Ok Sun,
but Scheduling put in Woo Hyun.
Even they think it's a lost cause.
Sell just 100 percent. Can you do that?
Just 100 percent?
What? Is there a problem?
Not at all. I must do as I'm told.
I have a show to do.
Goodbye.
He's not exactly impolite,
but he's oddly infuriating.
Oh, hello.
(Premium Bath Tissue)
(Long one-piece dress, only on UNI)
"Don't you usually wear luxury brands?"
"You only wear what you sell to sell it, don't you?"
That's what a lot of people think.
Oh, dear viewers.
Those who say that really don't know a thing...
about our dear Ms. Bae Ok Sun here.
- But he knows me well. - I do.
Well, of course, I own a few luxury items.
But as for the products I introduce to you,
I wear, carry, and incorporate them into my outfits.
Exactly.
Woo Hyun. Let's be honest here.
You never say a product is beautiful unless you really think so.
You never lie. You know?
I believe all the home shopping hosts should learn from you.
Sir. You're giving me too many compliments today.
Gosh, I'm only stating the facts. You're the best host for a reason.
(Long one-piece dress, only on UNI)
All right. Let's show our viewers the dress now.
- Yes, let's do it. - Okay.
All right. Here's the dress.
- Let's go to Camera Two. - I'm wearing it now.
- Great. Nice. You're doing great. - What's the name of this color?
Let's keep pushing it.
Pay attention to the orders for medium and large in black.
Let's run the stamp once you're ready.
- Put the model in black now. - And these dresses in lime...
It's not what you expect at all. It's very different...
from the colors we're used to...
(Beige, sold out)
(Lime, sold out)
Everything is going to get sold out pretty soon.
Please get ready now.
(No Sung Woo, producer with 1 year of experience)
Wait. Hello, Ms. Woo.
My name is No Sung Woo.
This is my first live show today.
I look forward to working with you.
We'll go on air soon.
Three, two, one.
Hello. I'm Woo Hyun.
Everything needs to be stylish these days.
We ought to consider style even when we pick our toilet paper.
So that's why we chose this product.
It's been popular among consumers for over 20 years.
- At big supermarkets... - Are you seeing this?
She's doing a last-minute show!
What's so hard about filling in if everyone is busy?
You think that haughty girl would be that understanding?
I bet she can't believe she's doing this last-minute show.
I get that she's trying to sell it as a stylish toilet paper and all.
A fashion show host is selling toilet paper?
Woo Hyun and toilet paper?
- Rolls of toilet paper? - Right.
- Look. Watch. - Stop it.
I love it.
Well, after everything she's been through, it would be better...
for fillers like her to realize it's her time and bow out. Right?
Fillers? I wouldn't call Woo Hyun that exactly.
Is that an act? Or do you really not know?
Everyone knows she's not popular anymore. Who else then if not her?
Of course, she knows that.
It's been a few years since she's been going downhill.
Is something wrong with her family?
Her husband works at a conglomerate.
When I checked out her profile photo on social media,
it looked like she was pretty well-off.
Hey, if you only look at people's social media, no one is miserable.
Is that so?
I don't care if there's a problem with her family.
But the thing is that it's so obvious with Woo Hyun.
It even shows during her shows!
How have you been? How's your child?
Oh, my kid?
Actually, I was...
By the way, you must've been talking about something fascinating.
Ms. Oh. Did you hear?
What? Hear what?
I guess not.
I have an interesting story for you.
It's about a ridiculous home shopping host.
One of our home shopping hosts contacted...
another home shopping channel for a job after lying about her fee.
On top of that, she made the call herself.
How pathetic.
Did you hear that?
I'm sorry.
That's a cute outfit.
But...
she was rejected immediately...
which didn't catch me by surprise.
So she kept it a secret...
and decided to keep working at the company.
How tragic.
- Really? - That's crazy.
According to my sources,
the home shopping host...
didn't know her place and tried to copy what other people did.
She gave them a ridiculously high number for her salary.
How vulgar.
Goodness. Who is that?
Do you know what's funnier?
She doesn't even count as a filler.
Hey! What? Vulgar?
She's ridiculous.
When did I do that? Who told you that?
I've been watching you for a long time, so I know your type.
You should keep your mouth shut or use that brain of yours.
You should pick one and do it.
I should go home now.
Bye.
That...
Nara.
Why don't you take some toilet paper when you go home?
It wipes really well.
I'll take the toilet paper.
That wench...
By the way, is it true? Am I not even good enough...
to be a filler?
No. You are one.
You definitely are.
Ms. Woo. Good work today.
Sung Woo, did your show go well?
Yes. But...
is Ms. Woo reserved and quiet?
She wasn't like that before.
Should I say she's changed a bit?
Really? Why?
But why are you so curious about that?
Am I not allowed to be curious?
No, you're not.
Don't be curious about her.
It will serve you better to be curious how your career...
is going to unfold at the company.
Gosh. That little... Darn you.
Do you still believe him?
You really need to come to your senses.
What choice do I have?
Your brother needs to make a living too.
He told me that this investment was solid this time.
He said he could double the investment money in a month.
Exactly. How can you fall for that again?
Who knows? It might work out this time. It's different.
Can't you talk to Hyun for me?
Can you please get me 30,000 dollars?
Mom.
When did you get here?
You're home.
I didn't even hear you come in.
Did something happen at work?
What's wrong? You're scaring me.
Hyun.
You should answer when someone asks you a question.
Something is off about her today.
Why are you here?
Why am I here?
Don't be a stranger. Can't a mother visit his son?
You always have a reason when you visit.
I...
wanted to see my son and my granddaughter...
since it's been a while. Why?
No.
You came here for money because it's been a while.
- Hyun. - Am I wrong?
Isn't that what you were talking about before I came home?
Do you really have to be rude to your mother-in-law?
Let me make myself very clear today.
I cannot give you any more money now.
No, I will not.
Do you know what your son is doing these days?
He works at his friend's restaurant.
Only as a part-timer when the restaurant is busy.
And look what he's doing now. He quit his perfectly fine job.
Why?
Because of your good-for-nothing eldest son!
- Did you see that? - Hyun, stop.
No, you stop.
I told you before, didn't I?
We cannot give them money even if we wanted to.
It's so hard to raise our daughter well...
and put food on the table with just my income.
I feel like I'm going to suffocate to death at any minute!
Hyun.
I am sorry about what happened.
And your brother-in-law is also sorry.
I know it's a lot to ask,
but could you help us one last time?
Mom.
Kim Do Il.
You choose.
Do you want to use our daughter's tuition...
and give it to your selfish brother?
Is that what you want to do?
Then will you stop?
Will you stop letting them walk all over you?
You little...
Mom!
I've had enough of you!
You think your money makes you better than us?
Money?
Do you think I'm like this about the money?
That isn't just money.
It's much more than money to me.
You don't get it, do you?
This isn't just money.
It's something no one should touch or mistreat.
But you're coveting it right now.
And Do Il, your son, has no appreciation...
for what it is. That's why I'm being like this!
She has lost her mind.
- She has completely snapped. - Please leave.
- How dare she? - Leave.
Let go of me.
- I'm speechless! - Leave!
I won't go! Let go!
- Hello. - Hello.
- Hello. - Hi.
- Hello. - Hello.
Hello.
- Hello. - Hello.
Hello.
Ms. Bae!
Hello.
Hi, Sung Woo.
Kids these days look so young and fresh.
Fresh? Not at all.
We're all withered.
You're so funny.
But...
Sorry, I'm late.
- Hello, ma'am. - Sit.
Sung Woo. Did you roast the coffee beans yourself?
I'm sorry.
It's even fresher and tastier if the beans are roasted fresh.
I borrowed her for a few minutes. Don't scold her.
I asked her to load up the car for me.
I see.
You should've called...
Her hands were full.
She had no chance to do that.
Anyway, sorry about that.
Did you get your hair done?
It looks good. You look even better.
Really?
It's been two weeks though.
Shall we begin?
That's right. Also,
let's drink coffee at the cafe in the building from now on.
They must've gotten new beans. The fragrance is to die for.
The prices are good too.
And there's no need to roast coffee beans.
Is that all right, Joon Bum?
That sounds good.
Let's look at the proposal.
Here's your coffee.
- Here's your coffee. - Thanks.
Here's your coffee.
Well...
Ok Sun is an angel.
She's a true angel.
You're lucky.
I wonder what Nara would've said if she were on our team?
That's right. She doesn't care at all about me.
Hey. I envy you though.
You don't have a barking dog like Seo Joon Bum.
True. You're right, ma'am.
Can you stop calling me "ma'am" all the time?
That's a subtle diss, isn't it?
It is not.
It is no, ma'am.
- Yes, you are. You're dissing her. - Oh my gosh.
When did you get here?
Move. Make room.
(No Da Bi, 10-year food show host)
I got here before you.
Why are you laughing?
Did you do a show on seaweed?
Seaweed?
- Darn it. - It's obvious what you sold...
if you sell food.
The seaweed on the teeth is so funny.
Cut it out.
But it's funny.
Hey.
Look in the mirror before you run your mouth.
You didn't even do a food show. Why did you paint your teeth red?
Did you eat lipstick for dessert?
I guess so. Give that back.
I was using it.
What is this, a diss battle?
Did you sell out?
Naturally.
If I can have a sold-out show,
I don't care...
if I get seaweed on my tooth or lose all of my teeth.
I'm okay.
It's amazing.
If I watch her show, I always want to buy it.
That's my talent.
Although I do the tricks...
Hey.
And they take the money.
This way.
Who is that?
That's the president.
- The president? - The president?
- The president? - Yes.
There's a lot of them.
Yes, sir.
- Why is he coming this way? - Darn it.
- Get down. - Why?
This way, sir.
- It's fine. - Sure, let's sit here.
We're trapped now.
We can't even leave.
Can't we just say hi and go?
No. I don't want to. I have stranger danger.
I see.
Look.
She's like a courtesan trying to win over the king's favor.
And they're trying to get whatever falls off the table.
Look how big they're all smiling.
I don't even want to greet them.
Look. Isn't it annoying?
Look at the craving in their eyes.
When you say the courtesan, do you mean Ms. Jang Su Mi?
I hear she may become the next vice president.
Who said something so heinous?
Wa Ni.
Whenever she opens her mouth, lies just come pouring out.
I pray and I pray that will not happen.
She has zero skills,
but she climbed her way up with her face and by pulling that.
Know what happens if someone like her becomes VP?
What happens?
I don't know...
Quiet.
I don't know.
Hold on.
What is this bad feeling? It couldn't be.
Gi...
Gi Mo Ran?
Hi. You came.
(Gi Mo Ran, CFO, 22 years at Uni Homeshopping)
You wanted to see me?
You called Ms. Gi as well?
Why? Is that a problem?
Have a seat.
I wanted to cheer everyone up.
I thought we could chat too.
The weather's nice,
and I get to have tea with someone I like.
I feel like I'm on a picnic. I love it.
It's about enjoying the small things in life.
Well? It's not too bad, is it?
It's not. The weather is fantastic.
Since the weather's fantastic and we're in a good mood,
let's speak openly.
How are our fashion shows these days? Are they doing okay?
Well, yes.
- They're doing okay. - Are they?
From what I heard,
they're not.
Our main show is barely top of its time slot.
Other than Bae Ok Sun's Fashion People,
the rest are struggling to sell.
If we look at both fashion and beauty,
we might even lose the second spot.
Isn't that true?
It is.
Why is that?
The fashion industry as a whole...
- isn't doing well, so... - The industry struggling...
and us losing the top spot...
Is there a correlation?
I apologize, sir.
To be honest, it's not your fault.
It's all Ms. Gi...
and the rest of our faults for not thinking hard enough.
Don't you think, sir?
Ms. Gi. We did so well before.
Why did this happen?
According to a poll we did on our application,
customers seem to be sick and tired of our format.
It's not just the show hosts.
Our private brand products are just different colors...
of what sold well last year.
Our planning, products, and management shows...
We're entrenched in habitual behavior.
That is my personal opinion.
So what if you're good at analyzing?
I wouldn't have made such a decision.
The Mo Ran I know...
would've come armed with a solution.
Ms. Gi instructed me to come up with a new brand...
and a strategy to upgrade our image in general.
Our competition focuses on packages of cheap products.
We're planning a test show that's different.
I'll write everything up for you.
See?
I knew it.
The company will provide...
whatever support you need.
Let's be bold and once again...
shift the market, okay?
How's that?
- That sounds great. - Doesn't it?
Go straight home, sir.
Please.
Why are you giving me that look?
My gosh.
Ms. Jang?
Can we have a word?
What do you want to talk about?
Jang Su Mi.
"Jang Su Mi"?
You may be higher than me, but you can't call me that.
We've been struggling a lot lately.
Why do you think that is?
Watch out.
I don't like your tone.
I think the cause...
is trash like you.
What? "Trash"?
My gosh. So what if you're the CFO?
You won't get away with treating me like this.
Who are you to say that?
I was scouted here.
Don't you know that?
You really don't know whom to fear.
Are you thinking of getting physical...
with our CEO Mr. Kim and becoming his wife?
Is that your goal?
It's not.
It'll never happen, but let's say...
you end up sleeping with him.
Do you think he'll get divorced and then marry you?
Can you stop trying to flirt?
Your trashy smell makes me nauseous.
Listen.
Marriage?
Your imagination is way outdated.
Do you think I'm trying to get married in this day and age?
Even if he were to propose, I'd say no.
I'm just after what I want, and then I'll be gone.
Exactly.
You can't just back out once you get what you want.
That's why I'm saying...
you should just quit.
What's this?
Information that Leona Holdings has been gathering faithfully.
The designer clothes and handbags they bribed you with.
They were labeled "samples for research"...
and meticulously filed as expenses.
Can you prove they gave this to me?
I never received such things.
What do you think you're doing?
Every single bag from this line has a unique number.
Stores record which customer bought which bag with which number.
Look. Here it is.
Number 56.
This bag...
is the one Leona Holdings claimed as an expense.
This is a fake.
You're such a character.
Leona's people...
already admitted to bribing you saying they had no choice.
We have to apologize and hope they keep quiet.
In this day and age,
who takes bribes from a supplier...
and says they'll give them a slot when people switch channels?
Isn't this a perfect picture that'll bring down our company?
You're crazy, aren't you?
They brought it up first!
You shouldn't have taken anything from the start.
What's inside that pretty head of yours?
Shoot.
So...
what happens to me now?
You're cute too.
Whoever scouted you...
should get fired first.
(CFO)
It's up to you.
Fight back as best you can,
or take that and disappear.
Either way, you'll feel miserable.
Don't ever work in this field again.
I warned you.
Do you think you'll be any different?
Ok Sun.
Why don't you think of retiring?
Father, I like...
In Guk's election is coming up. Help with his campaign.
You're so old-fashioned.
Not that again.
She doesn't have to retire to help me.
Why do you keep asking her to quit her hard-built career?
Do as much as you want as much as you can.
Yes.
Let her do her thing and live her life.
You have no idea how good she makes me look.
This is what your dad is like.
He doesn't know a thing.
I'm here.
My son.
Grandpa. Grandma.
Please accept my greeting after such a long time.
Please stay healthy!
Sure. But at this rate, I might not even recognize you.
You brat. You said you couldn't make it.
Are you done playing hard-to-get?
- Come on. - Don't put it like that.
That's too harsh.
Should I go then?
- Goodness. You're here after all. - Gosh.
- Come and sit down. - Yes.
- Come. Let's order food for you. - Yes.
You should have texted me that you were coming.
I wanted to surprise you.
You must be hungry.
I only studied.
- Really? - Yes.
That's all I did.
This is delicious.
My apologies for being late.
I understand. You're a busy woman.
To be honest, I was surprised.
I didn't think you would call us personally.
I can sort of guess why you wanted a meeting.
When I looked into it,
I learned that your contract would soon mature.
I'll cut to the chase.
Can I join your company?
That will be difficult.
May I ask why?
You want to join our company...
because you want a better deal.
I can assume that you want to raise your salary.
But I'm sure you know the place you are in now.
My place?
That even UNI isn't interested in keeping you.
You are mistaken.
Well, let me be blunt.
They aren't as efficient as before...
when they come with a high salary.
We have a few home shopping hosts like that too.
And the truth is, we are also trying to let go of them one at a time.
Yes. Home shopping hosts are important.
The viewers might buy some products because of the hosts,
but when they aren't happy with the products,
they leave.
At our company, we want to invest more in our products.
From what I know, that's the same approach UNI is taking.
You are blunt...
and rude.
I apologize if I offended you.
Even if you have to take a few steps back,
swallow your pride and stay there.
In life,
some things are more important than your pride.
Mom.
What is this?
Am I your driver?
Dad, this isn't the right time to be jealous.
Don't forget.
She's my wife before she's your mother.
No. Being a mother comes first.
Gosh. Stop it.
Don't be so childish. Both of you.
But why does that make me happy?
Come to think of it, you're pretty clever.
Dad, maybe we're not that clever.
That's right.
Honey, but give it some thought to what my father said.
What do you mean?
Quitting your job.
That's not what you said earlier.
I just want you to rest now.
You can go traveling.
When you have some time, you can go visit him...
and look after him. Wouldn't that be nice?
Gosh. Don't drag me into this.
I'm neutral.
No. I'm on your side.
He took my side earlier. But he's changing his side now.
You'll regret it if I retire first.
Regret?
If I get to do everything I want to do...
and travel all I want,
I won't hang out with you once you retire.
Are you okay traveling alone in your old age?
You're blackmailing me, right?
So you should know when you butt out.
She's scary.
There's nothing I can do now.
Did you see that?
Your mother can be a very scary woman.
Really? Is that true, Mom?
That's nothing.
There are far scarier things in the world.
Anyway, you whine more than our son.
Why are you bringing me into this?
Hey. Are you switching sides now? Don't be so petty.
I told you I was on her side earlier.
Gosh. I'm disappointed in you.
Well, I'll be on your side too.
Even if you have to take a few steps back,
swallow your pride and stay there.
In life,
some things are more important than your pride.
They aren't as efficient as before...
when they come with a high salary.
Home shopping hosts...
The viewers might buy some products because of the hosts,
but when they aren't happy with the products,
they leave.
You're not an efficient home shopping host,
but your salary is too high.
Even UNI is trying to let go of you.
We don't need someone like you.
It's over for you.
A third-rate host. A loser.
Yes.
I'm so sorry, Ms. Gi.
I'm running late.
Ma'am, we're almost there.
I'm almost there. Please wait.
Yes. I'll be there soon.
Sir.
I hate interruptions when I'm on the phone.
You didn't know.
I'm sorry.
This is a nice neighborhood to go for a drive.
Let's circle around this neighborhood one more time.
Yes, ma'am.
Ma'am.
Sorry I'm late.
There was so much traffic.
Hello, madam.
I'm sorry for asking you to come.
You're not uncomfortable, are you?
No, ma'am.
It's not like I wanted anything in particular.
I wanted to enjoy the paintings...
and chat with you.
You know I have no friends in Korea.
Anytime.
I was wondering,
why did Jang Su Mi suddenly quit?
I'm just after what I want, and then I'll be gone.
Don't ever work in this field again.
I warned you.
I took care of it.
I'm sure you know why.
You're so honest.
I love it.
I wanted to be patient and let her be,
but she crossed the line.
I know that my husband wouldn't budge, but still.
She keeps coveting something that she shouldn't.
So I was about to get annoyed,
but you totally scratched the itch for me.
But you did it without telling me.
I'm hurt.
I'll consult you first from now on.
I trust you.
Which do you like better?
I don't know much about art.
Pick one anyway.
Think of it as a psychology test.
(Park Min Kyu)
I'd choose the one on the left.
You won't lose money if you invest...
in Park Min Kyu.
What? You said you knew nothing about art.
Let's not put on acts when it's just us.
I don't know art, but I do know value.
I get it.
I see why Mom liked you.
You and I are such a good fit.
Let's be friends.
I'll do my best.
You don't say that to a friend.
Let's get coffee.
And something sweet.
Is Woo Hyun not here yet?
He's on his way up.
- Hello. - Hello.
Is this your show?
- That's great. - Yes. Looking forward to it.
Who's the MD?
Ms. Ahn An Na.
A whole crew will come again.
A crew?
Here they come. An Na and her crew.
Why are there so many of them?
Because she's popular.
She manages four brands.
Two of them hit the highest sales in Fashion last year.
But it's a bit excessive to travel with a crew.
- Hello. - Hello.
Hello, ma'am.
Why is Woo Hyun the show host?
I said I wanted to go with Ok Sun like 100 times.
It wasn't our call.
We'll have to do our best.
What does the scheduling team have against me?
Woo Hyun is in charge of toilet paper.
They should at least give us someone who's up to par.
These pants were planned for Ok Sun from the planning stage.
I'm so annoyed.
Then take it back.
It's not like I can.
As long as we sell it well. That's all that matters.
Everyone is a pro.
I think it would look great on Woo Hyun as well.
Are you sure this is my size?
Well... What size is this?
- This was tailor-made. - That's right.
The thing is... It was tailor-made.
It's Ok Sun's.
I'll wear one that's my size.
Get it.
What's wrong with the cut?
It ripples.
I think the problem is the size.
It was fine when we fitted Ok Sun.
Are you sure?
I don't think it's a size thing.
I think it is.
Really?
Then my body is the problem.
I never said that.
It looks like there's a problem with the size.
The pattern...
There wasn't a problem when Ok Sun wore them,
but they twist when I wear them.
Why? Because I'm not Ok Sun.
That's what you're getting at.
Look here, Woo Hyun.
Watch your mouth.
I'm not your subordinate,
but that's how it sounds.
How dare she talk down to me?
- Hyun. - Sit down.
Listen, kid. You must think you're all that...
just because you're doing well.
If you keep that up...
Shut it.
You're right. I'm doing well.
That's why I say what I want.
But what about you?
You're not even doing well.
So where do you get the nerve?
Ms. Ahn. You're out of line.
I am not. I'm only giving the facts.
The show host Woo Hyun doesn't know her place.
That's a fact.
I need someone who's at my level to work together.
Satisfied? Now, I'm your level.
Hyun.
She crossed the line.
She keeps coveting something that she shouldn't.
Something one shouldn't covet.
Something one can't covet.
Sorry?
A line that one must not cross.
Who are they to decide that?
Arrogant punks.
Oh no.
You want me to do what?
Woo Hyun is in charge of toilet paper.
A fashion show host is selling toilet paper?
You little...
You think your money makes you better than us?
Even if you have to take a few steps back,
swallow your pride and stay there.
It was fine when we fitted Ok Sun.
You're not even doing well.
You just don't know your place.
That's a fact.
You look so much like her. Why didn't I notice?
Hae Soo!
(Kill Heel)
(Thanks to Kim Sung Il, Choi Eun Mi, Jang Ga Hyun, Lee Hye Eun.)
You were special.
You had a shine.
Why does she want to help me now?
Woo Hyun, are you okay?
Why should the company pick you...
over Bae Ok Sun, a safe bet?
This isn't what I tried on.
I can't go on looking like this!
You have no choice.
You can't always get your way.
You're trying to take me down.
I know the company thinks I'm a lost cause,
but should I just sit and take it?
Let's find a way to overturn the boat.