What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (Philippine) TV Series Details:
| Based on | What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim by Jung Eun-young |
| Country | Philippines |
| Language | Filipino |
| Genre | Romantic comedy |
| Season | 1 |
| Episodes | 11 |
| Release date | March 18, 2024 – present |
| Aired on | Monday to Wednesday |
| Running time | 21–29 minutes |
| Starring | Kim Chiu Paulo Avelino |
| Directed by | Chad Vidanes |
| Production Company | Dreamscape Entertainment |
| Distributor | Viu |
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (Philippine) TV Series Cast & Character:
- Main cast
- Kim Chiu as Kimberly “Kim” Liwanag, the secretary of Vice Chairman Brandon
- Chastity Claire Dizon as young Kim
- Paulo Avelino as Brandon Manansala “BMC / Donny” Castillo, the Vice Chairman
- Stanley Abuloc as young Brandon
- Kim Chiu as Kimberly “Kim” Liwanag, the secretary of Vice Chairman Brandon
- Supporting cast
- Castillo Family
- Jake Cuenca as Cyrus “Morpheus” Castillo, author and Brandon’s older brother
- Janice de Belen as Carlota Castillo, Brandon’s mother
- Franco Laurel as Robert Castillo, Brandon’s father
- Liwanag Family
- Romnick Sarmenta as Felix Liwanag, Kim’s father
- Cai Cortez as Klarisse “Kla” Liwanag, Kim’s sister
- Kat Galang as Katrina “Kat” Liwanag, Kim’s sister
- Prime Alpha Employees
- Pepe Herrera as Philip Alvarez, company President and best friend of Vice Chairman Brandon
- Angeline Quinto as Sarah Angeles
- Phi Palmos as Walter Ignacio
- Kaori Oinuma as Kim Marie Flores, newly hired secretary
- JC Alcantara as Ronald “Roni” Ramos, HR personnel
- Yves Flores as Jordan “Jordy” Agoncillo
- Gillian Vicencio as Stephanie “Steph” Roxas, clumsy secretary of President Philip
- Brian Sy as Baldonado “Baldo” Aguinaldo, company driver
- Guest role
- Kim Won-shik as Daniel Park
- Sachzna Laparan as Jessy Manuel, Brandon’s girlfriend
- Raul Montesa as Dr. Villa
- Froilan Manto as Greg
- Reign Parani as applicant
- Race Matias as Troy
Storyline:
The seemingly perfect world of a handsome, narcissistic vice-chairman of a major corporation turns upside down when his highly competent secretary of many years announces her resignation. He will do everything it takes to keep her by his side, and in the process, they start to develop romantic feelings for each other.—ABS-CBN News
About What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (Philippine) TV Series:
| No. | Title | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Uuwian” | JL Toreliza of BGYO | 4:21 |
| 2 | “Ikaw Sana Siya” | Angela Ken | 3:45 |
| 3 | “Here With You” | BINI | 3:32 |
| 4 | “Mr. Right” | Angeline Quinto | 3:28 |
| 5 | “To Be With You” | Kim Won Shik | 3:34 |
| 6 | “Figure You Out” | Joey Union | 4:10 |
| 7 | “Lagi” | BINI | 4:16 |
| 8 | “Kapag Ako’y Nagmahal” | Jolina Magdangal | 4:18 |
| 9 | “Heto Ako” | Kaori Oinuma | 2:50 |
| 10 | “Uuwian” | BGYO | 4:21 |
About What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (Philippine) TV Series:
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim is a Philippine romantic comedy television series loosely based on the 2018 South Korean drama series of the same title. It stars Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino.
The series was officially announced on November 21, 2023. On January 15, 2024, it was reported that Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino tested positive for COVID-19 and the filming was suspended since they are self-quarantined.
On February 15, 2024, Viu Philippines released on their social media accounts still cuts of the series.
A teaser was released on February 19, 2024, in their streaming app. On February 26, 2024, official trailer was released revealing its showing date beginning March 18, 2024. A second trailer was released revealing the cast on March 7, 2024.
On March 1, 2024, the official poster designed by Justin Besana was revealed.
A media conference was held on March 9, 2024, at Gateway Mall. It was attended by its lead actors, Kim and Paulo, its cast members, director Chad Vidanes, a team from Dreamscape Entertainment, Viu Philippines and brand partners such as Choco Mucho and Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH). According to HMPH President, Mr. Dongwook Lee, Hyundai cars will be featured in the show as the two lead actors are also their latest ambassadors.
On April 5, 2024, Star Music released the show’s official soundtrack with nine songs performed by different artists including cast members Angeline Quinto, Kaori Oinuma, and Kim Won Shik, as well as P-pop groups BINI and BGYO.
The series premiered on Viu on March 18, 2024, with the first 3 free episodes and two more advanced episodes for premium users. The series is also available to viewers in the US and Canada through iWantTFC.
An advance watch party for Kim-Pau fans and selected viewers was held on March 16, 2024, at the Novotel Hotel in Quezon City.
In its second week, it was announced that episodes would be released three times weekly, from Monday to Wednesday, one episode per day.
After its premiere, it became the top one most-watched series in the streaming platform Viu. As a result, Viu became the top application in the Apple App Store.
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (Philippine) TV Series Episodes List:
| No. | Title | Original release date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Beauty and the Boss” | March 18, 2024 | |
| Amid a busy event, Kim Liwanag stands out as a reliable secretary who is in control of everything. When an unforeseen problem ensues, Kim wastes no time and springs into action before her narcissistic boss arrives. Later, Kim makes a tough decision. | |||
| 2 | “The Boss’s Proposal” | March 18, 2024 | |
| Brandon presents various offers in an attempt to prevent Kim from leaving her post, but to no avail. Soon, however, he makes a shocking proposal as his secretary makes up a reason behind her resignation. | |||
| 3 | “Someone Like Kim” | March 18, 2024 | |
| The recruitment process for Kim’s replacement kicks off, yet Brandon remains puzzled by his secretary‘s unwavering determination to leave. Getting wind of an investor’s move to get Kim behind his back, Brandon starts to question her loyalty. | |||
| 4 | “Are You Kara-OK” | March 25, 2024 | |
| Awkwardness hangs between Brandon and Kim as both of them expect an apology from each other following their heated exchange. Noticing that his secretary is avoiding him, Brandon joins Kim and his staff’s night out unannounced. | |||
| 5 | “The Pursuit of Kim’s Happiness” | March 26, 2024 | |
| A weird survey from the HR Department sends the office into a frenzy. Later, Kim agrees to attend a blind date set up by her sister, but an emergency meeting foils her plan. | |||
| 6 | “Can’t Hardly Date” | March 27, 2024 | |
| Brandon’s brother is coming home but that seems to trigger a traumatic experience from his childhood. Meanwhile, Secretary Kim finally went on a date with a college friend, and when Brandon find out he went on searching for her. | |||
| 7 | “The Games We Play” | April 1, 2024 | |
| Kim Marie’s unconscious mistake triggers Brandon’s past trauma. Envious of a colleague forming a bond with Kim during the company sports fest, Brandon decides to participate in the games, much to the employees’ surprise. | |||
| 8 | “The Pairing Trap” | April 2, 2024 | |
| Kim starts to entertain her sister’s theory about Brandon’s traumatic childhood after tending to her boss’ sprained ankle. The next day, a crisis about their company’s event leads Brandon to challenge Kim and her team with an impossible task. | |||
| 9 | “Hello, Morpheus…” | April 3, 2024 | |
| Prime Alpha’s big event is just around the corner, and the staff have yet to find a keynote speaker. Thankfully, Kim finds the perfect match through her favorite author, the reclusive Morpheus. Brandon receives an unwelcome visitor at his office. | |||
| 10 | “My Brother’s Keeper” | April 8, 2022 | |
| Felix becomes upset with Kim for investigating her past abduction without his knowledge. Kim manages to convince Brandon to have dinner with his family, but the supposedly happy reunion turns sour when Brandon and Cyrus end up in a fight. | |||
| 11 | “Brandon M. Confused” | April 9, 2024 | |
| After finding themselves in a compromising situation, Brandon makes an excuse to lighten things up. While this incident opens new and confusing feelings for Kim, Brandon indirectly consults Philip for his next moves. | |||
