Author Song Hee-gu Reveals Behind-the-Scenes of 'Kim Manager's Story' Drama


Song Hee-gu, the original author of 'The Story of Kim Manager Working at a Major Company in Seoul,' unveils the drama's behind-the-scenes.

On the upcoming 11th at 9:40 PM, MBN's 'Kim Joo-ha's Day & Night' episode 20 will feature the second installment of 'Meeting the Special List,' where Kim Joo-ha engages in an in-depth conversation with Song Hee-gu, the original author of 'The Story of Kim Manager Working at a Major Company in Seoul.'

Song Hee-gu shares that he visited the drama set daily at the director's request, revealing anecdotes of script adjustments based on emotional lines. He also expresses his excitement about Ryu Seung-ryong's casting, recalling how he shouted at a crosswalk. This raises curiosity about how Song Hee-gu, as the original author, perceived the drama and which character he sees as a reflection of himself.
Author Song Hee-gu Reveals Behind-the-Scenes of 'Kim Manager's Story' Drama

As both an author and a real estate expert, Song Hee-gu discloses the secrets behind his rise from a corporate manager to a billionaire. He confesses, "When I first joined the company, my salary was 2.1 million won, and I only ate 2,900 won lunch boxes, saving all my salary and part-time job earnings," revealing the tearful journey of building his seed money. The reason behind Song Hee-gu's relentless pursuit of seed money and his start in real estate investment draws interest.

Song Hee-gu, known for his impactful 'fact-bomb comments' on a real estate investment YouTube channel, shares practical real estate investment tips. He surprises Kim Joo-ha with the statement, "Land appreciates more," and piques curiosity with his firm stance against over-leveraging. Song Hee-gu's emphasis on 'cautions when purchasing land' and his 'not recommended list' intrigue viewers.

Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr