'Frankly Speaking' Episode 5 Preview: Jealousy threatens to strain On Woo-ju and Song Ki-baek's partnership
Contains spoilers for episode 4 of 'Frankly Speaking'
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: Netflix's new series, 'Frankly Speaking' throws a hilarious twist on honesty. Our protagonist, Song Ki-baek (Ko Kyoung-Pyo), undergoes a transformation towards truthfulness after a startling first episode.
Now Ki-baek can't hold back, blurting out brutal truths that leave everyone squirming. Enter On Woo-ju (Kang Han-na), the only one who appears capable of handling Ki-baek's unfiltered honesty.
The first two episodes were a laugh riot, building a connection between Woo-ju and Ki-baek. However, Episode 3 takes things to an entirely new level.
Episode 4 brings another lineup of the funniest moments and blossoming romance, setting the stage for episode 5, which is an absolute must-see.
What happened in 'Frankly Speaking' Episode 4?
Woo-ju feels undervalued at work and overhears colleagues gossiping about her. Meanwhile, Ki-baek grapples with his honesty at home.
As Woo-ju begins to regain her confidence, Ki-baek starts exploring opportunities for remote work to minimize public appearances.
At the office, Woo-ju asserts herself while Ki-baek considers a tutoring gig despite initial hesitation.
Woo-ju narrowly avoids an accident with a bike, but Ki-baek swoops in just in time to rescue her. They bond over drinks, sharing their career struggles.
Later, Ki-baek declines a job offer, only to be tempted back with the promise of a tripled salary. However, he discovers that the position is actually for tutoring.
Alone at work, Woo-ju seeks inspiration from Ki-baek's notebook. After getting the idea, both get a sudden urge to meet and rush to each other at their favorite spot.
As they bicker about their respective miseries, a falling 'can' leads to an electrical outage.
In the darkness, Ki-baek encourages Woo-ju to pursue her idea. Meanwhile, viewers witness a hint of jealousy from Kim Jeong-heon (Joo Jong-Hyuk) as Woo-ju waits for Ki-baek.
What to expect in ‘Frankly Speaking’ Episode 5?
Episode 5 will likely see Woo-ju and Ki-baek teaming up to develop the idea. Their collaboration could spark a new dynamic between them, fueled by their shared career struggles and mutual respect.
However, a roadblock emerges in Ki-baek's self-doubt. He may fear that his struggle to control his honesty, especially around Kim Jeong-heon, could jeopardize their plan or even cause harm to Woo-ju.
This insecurity could create tension, forcing Ki-baek to confront his honesty issues head-on, while Woo-ju grapples with the decision of how much she trusts him.
Meanwhile, Kim Jeong-heon's jealousy might escalate as he witnesses Woo-ju's growing closeness with Ki-baek, hinting at a potential love triangle.
When will ‘Frankly Speaking' Episode 5 air?
Catch the drama 'Frankly Speaking' Episode 5 on Wednesday, May 16 at 8:50 pm Korean Standard Time (KST).
The engrossing K-drama is available for streaming on Netflix. The membership for the same starts from as low as $6.99/month (standard plan with ads).
The standard plan without ads is priced at $15.49/month, while the premium plan costs $22.99/month.
‘Frankly Speaking’ Episode 4 is now available to stream on Netflix.
