Catch the Big Luck: KBS1's New Drama Explores Friendship and Wealth

The upcoming KBS1 daily drama 'Catch the Big Luck' (대운을 잡아라), set to premiere on April 14 at 8:30 PM, promises an intriguing narrative centered around three friends with differing financial situations: the wealthy, the struggling, and the aspirational. The story follows the intertwined lives of the building owner Son Chang-min (played by 한무철), his childhood friend and current tenant Sun Woo-jae-deok (played by 김대식), and Park Sang-myeon (played by 최규태), as they navigate the complexities of wealth and friendship.

Once inseparable during their high school days at Cheonhago High School, the trio shared a bond so strong that they would even split a single piece of bread. Their friendship blossomed when Jae-deok and Gyu-tae defended Chang-min from local bullies. However, as they approach their sixties, their dynamics have drastically shifted. Chang-min has become a successful, arrogant landlord, while Jae-deok and Gyu-tae find themselves as his tenants.

Chang-min, who owns multiple properties, is portrayed as a ruthless businessman, prioritizing money over relationships. He even chooses a birthday gift for his wife, Mi-ja (played by 이아현), from a donation bin, showcasing his stinginess. Meanwhile, Jae-deok and his partner Hye-sook (played by 오영실) face the threat of closing their popular chicken restaurant due to Chang-min's sudden increase in rent, leaving Jae-deok desperate as he contemplates leaving the building filled with memories of his father.

As Jae-deok attempts to appeal to Chang-min by reminiscing about their past friendship, he is met with indifference. Feeling humiliated and rejected, he spirals into despair. Hye-sook, seeking help, approaches Mi-ja, who is also a long-time friend. In a twist of fate, a drunken Chang-min asks Jae-deok for a ride home, leading to a pivotal moment when Jae-deok drives him while blindfolded. Chang-min hands him a mysterious piece of paper instead of payment, which is said to have significant implications for their futures. This encounter raises questions about the choices Jae-deok will make when faced with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

'Catch the Big Luck' is set to be a fresh take on family dramas, following 'Let's Get Married!' and is highly anticipated by viewers.