5 Hilarious Moments From "Café Minamdang" We Can't Stop Thinking About

These are 5 hilarious moments from Café Minamdang that we can't stop thinking about.

Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor
3 min to read · Published : Aug 17, 2022

5 Hilarious Moments From "Café Minamdang" We Can't Stop Thinking About

Story J Company

"Café Minamdang" is a wild ride, filled with twists and turns that keeps its viewers glued to the edge of their seats in anticipation for whatever happens next. The cast of the show includes Seo InGuk, Oh YeonSeo, Kwak SiYang, and Kang MiNa. On top of a marvelous cast, the series has its fair share of fight scenes and police investigations for all the fans who love crime and mystery.

But in between the undercover operations and chasing after Gopuri, the characters keep us entertained with their mischievous antics. It is the perfect balance of heart-pounding action scenes and side-splitting comedy that makes it worthy of a binge.

Now, let's take a look at some of these hilarious moments from "Café Minamdang" that live in our head rent free.

Warning: this article contains spoilers.

1. Nam Sibling Chemistry

Sibling relationships are a special breed — showing love and care while simultaneously annoying them at the same time. Nam HanJun (Seo InGuk) and Nam HyeJun (Kang MiNa) portray this dynamic masterfully, showing both sides of what it's like to have a brother/sister. You can't help but laugh as one second they're arguing over the tiniest of things like cleaning the house, then in the next, they're working together as the perfect team. Siblings, you can't live with them, but you can't live without them.

2. Han JaeHee Chased By Crew Minamdang

You would expect that with 4 people against 1, the 4 would naturally win. Well, that's not the case for the Minamdang crew when they're up against passionate detective, Han JaeHee (Oh YeonSeo). It starts off normal enough — until they reach a dead end. That's when JaeHee decides to scale the side of the building and makes it onto the roof with ease. Her overflowing charisma at the end of this whole sequence strikes fear into the hearts of Nam HanJun and company. You just can't help but laugh at the silliness of the situation.

3. Violent Crimes Division vs. Minamdang

For any investigation, acquiring the proper evidence is crucial to ensure that the suspect can be caught and charged for their crimes. But what happens when two parties are after the same evidence? Obviously, they have to fight over it on the beach. At least this is what happens between the violent crimes division and squad Minamdang. Their fight over the evidence includes a lot of running, hair pulling, and a pair of ripped pants. This sequence of events will leave you breathless from all the laughter that will ensue.

4. Undercover Operation Gone Wrong

There are many times when the cast must go undercover in their pursuit of the story's villain, Gopuri. But with their luck and innate clumsiness, their cover has a high chance of being blown. Although, that's not the case when Nam HanJun decides to pose as Choi YeongSeop (Jang HyukJin). When found by the medical staff, he decides to tell the truth and states that he's on an undercover investigation. However, the doctor writes it off as delirium and sedates poor HanJun with a shot of barbiturates. Not every operation goes as planned and that's definitely the case this time around.

5. Lee MinKyeong's Proposal

Now if there's one thing that "Café Minamdang" likes to do, it is to throw surprise after surprise at its viewers — and in this case, they threw one at Nam HanJun, too. Not only did he receive payment for his "shamanic" abilities, but a prenuptial agreement and declaration of love with it. Lee MinKyeong's (Hwang WooSeulHye) proposal was cute, provocative, and hilarious all at the same time. Now that's a person who knows what they want!

What scene from "Café Minamdang" do you have stuck in your head? Let us know in the comments below!

Here Is Why You Should Tune Into The Full Packaged Drama "Café Minamdang"KDRAMA STORIES Jun 30, 2022

Bias Duality: Born To Be A Superstar, Seo InGuk Came To Us Like A Spark Of KismetKDRAMA STORIES Jun 27, 2022

Kang MiNa

HEART TOP 100

6,558

Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!

Kwak SiYang

HEART TOP 100

1,004

Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!

Oh YeonSeo

HEART TOP 100

Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!

Seo InGuk

HEART TOP 100

360.7K+

Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!

Comments

Inline Feedbacks

View all comments

NEWS

Seo InGuk And Francine Diaz Unveil Magical Song Collaboration 'My Love'

The track promises a magical blend of Seo InGuk's seasoned artistry and Francine Diaz's emerging talent, creating a melody that speaks directly to the heart.

YuJun, Kpopmap Editor
2 min to read · Published : Mar 5, 2024

Seo InGuk And Francine Diaz Unveil Magical Song Collaboration 'My Love'

'My Love' by Seo InGuk and Francine Diaz Music Video // Universal Records

In a serendipitous encounter during Seo InGuk's record-breaking fan meet in Manila last year, a unique collaboration was born. Seo InGuk, the K-Drama sensation and multi-talented artist, expressed his desire to work with emerging Filipino talent Francine Diaz.

The catalyst for this collaboration was a casual dinner meeting between InGuk and Francine's manager, John Ling.

During the dinner, the South Korean actor was captivated by Francine's rendition of 'Pag-Ibig,' which resonated deeply with him. Despite any initial doubts Francine may have had about her singing prowess in comparison to InGuk's 'magical' voice, the seasoned singer sensed a dynamic synergy between them.

It’s a grand collaboration that nobody saw coming. Seo InGuk shared his enthusiasm for it, saying, "The song's content is about love, so I worked on it, thinking, 'Wouldn't it be fun to make it like a conversation that talks about love and goes back and forth about love?' and that process was just so much fun… I'm very thankful that I got to do that with Francine," as reported by Metro.Style.

The result of this unexpected collaboration is the upcoming single 'My Love,' released on March 2, 2024 under Universal Records. The track promises a magical blend of Seo InGuk's seasoned artistry and Francine Diaz's emerging talent, creating a melody that speaks directly to the heart.

Fans can anticipate a refreshing take on love as the song unfolds in a unique conversation-style format, offering a delightful twist to the traditional love song. It can even pass as a heartwarming and healing series OST.

In addition to his collaboration with Francine Diaz, Seo InGuk has recently achieved another milestone with his latest accolade in the K-Drama series "Death's Game," where he takes the lead alongside a stellar cast. Furthermore, InGuk showcases his versatility with his the lead role as Edmond Dantes in the Broadway musical "Monte Cristo," a production that can now be streamed on various digital platforms.

'My Love' is not just a musical collaboration but a testament to the unexpected beauty that can arise when artists from different corners of the world come together. Seo InGuk and Francine Diaz invite fans to join them on March 2 magic of 'My Love,' a melody that indeed celebrates the universal theme of love and romance.

Stream it on Spotify here:

Watch the music video here:

Seo InGuk

HEART TOP 100

360.7K+

Press unlimited hearts and cheer for the artist!

KDRAMA STORIES

Two Parts, One Series: The Rise Of A New K-Drama Format

K-Dramas have gone through various changes throughout the years. Read more on the most recent K-Drama model that has been gaining traction among recent series.

Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor
4 min to read · Published : Jan 28, 2024

Two Parts, One Series: The Rise Of A New K-Drama Format

Netflix / TVING

In a world where many Western television series welcome multiple seasons, K-Dramas are often wrapped up in at least 16 episodes, sometimes even more. And while daily dramas often sit at the cusp of 40+ episodes, they never crest over one singular season.

The Korean film industry followed this model for a long time, however, in recent years, the landscape of K-Dramas has greatly evolved with the roaring tide of the Hallyu wave. Following the globalization of Korean entertainment, production companies and film crews are starting to take a new approach, splitting one K-Drama into two different parts.

Now, before we explore the success of this new approach, let’s take a look at the evolution of the typical K-Drama.

One Story, One Season

SBS

There is no doubt that the main allure of K-Dramas is the fact that many end within one season. Working with this model for so long, film crews, writers, and directors understand what it takes to create a compelling K-Drama that audiences will love.

Within the first few episodes, they introduce the main characters, the core focus of the plot, and the looming obstacle that stands in the main characters’ way. Then over the course of the series, there’s internal struggles, a multitude of disagreements, and at times, heart-fluttering romance in between. But regardless of how many things happen over the course of a drama, viewers know that by the final episode, most, if not all, questions will be answered and any loose ends will be promptly tied up.

This tried and true formula has led dramas like “My Love From The Star”, “Secret Garden”, and “Coffee Prince” become shining examples of what a classic K-Drama should be. Many viewers will fondly remember committing 16+ hours of their time to these dramas without a second thought.

Multiple Seasons Approach

SBS / tvN

Although a majority of K-Dramas continued forward with its usual format, there has been a recent rise in multiple season shows. Some of these include “Uncanny Counter”, “The Penthouse: War In Life”, and “Taxi Driver”.

Despite not having a definitive end, these shows reached mass success from the public both locally and abroad, and as a result, fans were more than happy to hear of their renewal. These dramas kept viewers at the edge of their seats and by the time the final credits rolled, they were understandably asking for more.

Now, not all successful dramas end up having a second season, as highlighted by the many years of K-Drama history. But the ones that do usually receive thunderous applause from viewers that makes it difficult to not have a second, or even third, season.

Despite their obvious success, not everyone is on board for these changes. On forum sites like Reddit, many argue that multiple seasons take away the initial appeal K-Dramas had in the first place and the risk of leaving behind too many unanswered questions due to cancellations or other issues. While this might be true for some, many multiple season dramas are still able to properly close the door on the series, allowing fans to move onto the next big thing.

The Rise Of A New K-Drama Model

TVING

Seasons aside, there seems to be a new K-Drama model coming to light: one story, split into two parts.

This can be seen through the highly successful Netflix-produced “The Glory” and TVING’s “Death Game”. These shows contain the typical flow of the classic K-Drama model, however, the main difference is that they are split into two separate parts. In the case of “The Glory”, the first 8 episodes were released on December 30, 2022, while the final 8 were released on March 10.

Now, with a number of shows split up into two separate parts, there’s more shocking cliffhangers, more mysteries waiting to unfold, and more time to ruminate and fully digest the events of a drama. And while the wait between the first and second part isn’t nearly as long as a K-Drama with multiple seasons, a bit of patience is required to fully appreciate the entirety of a drama.

Of course, dedicated fans in addition to a great storyline will keep viewers excitedly waiting for part 2, and ultimately the conclusion of the drama, however, for more casual viewers, this might cause them to lose interest and move onto something else.

This newer model of K-Dramas will not please everyone, but it seems like it’s growing in popularity as more shows adopt its structure. Now comes the question: will it work? Outside of "The Glory", looking at the success of shows like "Island", "Duty After School", and etc., K-Dramas split into two separate parts continue to retain a majority of their viewers. However, there is the danger of waiting too long or going up against a surging series with high viewership. If these conditions are met, this might mark a significant fall in viewership compared to the first part of the series.

But as seen from these previous works, the right story, cast, and amount of hype make it possible to create a drama that many people will love and continue to support worldwide. In the end, this newer model of dramas is establishing a firm foothold in the scene, and there's no doubt we will see more of it.

Which K-Drama model do you prefer the most?