Returning with a stronger narrative than the previous season, ‘Cheongdam International High School 2’ raises expectations with its diverse character relationships.
The new drama ‘Cheongdam International High School 2’ (written by Kwak Young-im, directed by Lim Dae-woong and Park Hyung-won), set to premiere on July 3, is a high-teen psychological thriller that combines a power game at the elite Cheongdam International High School with youthful romance.
The production team has introduced the relationships of key characters that further stimulate viewers' curiosity.
# The Underdog Lee Eun-sam vs. ‘Diamond 6’ Queen Kim Ye-rim, An Ambiguous Relationship of Rivals and Allies
The tense confrontation between the underprivileged transfer student Kim Hye-in (played by Lee Eun-sam) and the influential member of the school’s power circle, Baek Je-na (played by Kim Ye-rim), continues in season 2. Their relationship, which sees them occasionally joining forces when their interests align while maintaining a sharp rivalry, is set to become a central theme of season 2.
In particular, viewers are curious about Je-na's reaction to Hye-in, who becomes the first underprivileged student to enter ‘Diamond 6’, and whether they can truly become close.
# The Wobbly Kim Ye-rim and Ambitious Kim Min-kyu's Tightrope Walk!
Cha Jin-wook (played by Kim Min-kyu) is the illegitimate child of a newly emerging conglomerate and transfers from an international school to Cheonguk High School. Aiming for the position of the next heir to the company, Jin-wook proposes a contract relationship to Je-na to solidify his standing. Je-na feels confused by the unexpected proposal, but when Jin-wook rushes to save her in a crisis, it creates a strange tension filled with excitement and anxiety amidst calculated emotions. Attention is focused on how this precarious relationship will unfold.
# The Charming Younger Man Won Kyu-bin Who Shakes Lee Eun-sam
In a situation where no one can be easily trusted at Cheonguk High School, the positive energy-filled younger man Lee Sa-rang (played by Won Kyu-bin) appears before Hye-in. His warm and kind approach creates small but meaningful cracks in Hye-in's daily life. As a new student at Cheonguk High, Sa-rang naturally joins ‘Diamond 6’ following his brother Lee So-mang (played by Yoo Jung-hoo) and encounters unexpected events with Hye-in. It raises curiosity about whether his interest in Hye-in is mere curiosity or if there are hidden motives behind his approach.
Thus, ‘Cheongdam International High School 2’ is expected to portray complex relationships intertwined with power and emotions, going beyond a simple high-teen drama. The narrative, filled with tension, excitement, and conflict among characters with different desires, promises to provide a deep immersion for viewers. ‘Cheongdam International High School 2’ will be released on July 3 (Thursday) at 5 PM on Netflix, Wavve, Tving, and will air on the comprehensive channel MBN on July 5 at 00:10 AM.
