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Academic analysis often cites the show for its portrayal of a "strong woman" who struggles to balance her athletic identity with her desire for traditional femininity and romance.
Joon-hyung's ex-girlfriend, rhythmic gymnast Song Si-ho , returns and becomes Bok-joo's roommate, adding tension as she attempts to win back Joon-hyung. Themes & Analysis Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo Episode 2
Look out for a notable cameo by Lee Jong-suk , who appears as a customer at Bok-joo’s father’s chicken restaurant. Academic analysis often cites the show for its
After falling into the swimming pool together at the end of the previous episode, Joon-hyung saves Bok-joo. This event triggers a memory for both: as children, Bok-joo saved Joon-hyung's life when he fell from a building, and she caught him. After falling into the swimming pool together at
Watch these recaps and highlights to see the childhood reunion and comedic moments from Episode 2:
