Kim Jung-hyun Awakens in 'Iron Family' After Mother's Emotional Plea

In the latest episode of KBS 2TV's weekend drama 'Iron Family' (다리미 패밀리), aired on January 26, 2025, Kim Jung-hyun's character, Seo Gang-joo, regains consciousness after his mother, Baek Ji-yeon (played by Kim Hye-eun), promises to donate 10 billion won.

In a heartfelt scene, Da-rim (played by Geum Sae-rok) visits Gang-joo in the hospital, tearfully urging him to wake up. "Gang-joo, you're awake! It's been a while," she cries, pleading with him to open his eyes. Despite her efforts over several days, Gang-joo remains unresponsive, prompting Ji-yeon to suggest that Da-rim give him a kiss to encourage him. Ji-yeon teasingly asks, "Haven't you done that yet? Are you just pretending?" Da-rim, caught off guard, admits, "I did sleep, though."

Later, during a phone call with Da-rim, Ji-yeon expresses her frustration over Gang-joo's continued unconsciousness. She declares, "I will donate my 10 billion won to those in need, not you. I’ll cover the surgery costs for people like Da-rim who need eye operations." Ji-yeon emphasizes that her donation could help at least ten people, and at that moment, Gang-joo's finger twitches. Hearing this, Da-rim rushes to the hospital, where Gang-joo finally opens his eyes.

In a touching moment, Da-rim tells him, "I love you, Gang-joo," and kisses him. Overwhelmed with emotion, she adds, "I missed you. Thank you." Gang-joo responds, "I love you, Da-rim. I said it a thousand times while lying here. Didn’t you hear me?"