Walking on Thin Ice: Lee Young Ae & Kim Young Kwang’s Gripping New Thriller

K-drama fans, get ready for a suspense-filled ride! KBS 2TV’s highly anticipated drama “Walking on Thin Ice” pairs the legendary Lee Young Ae with the versatile Kim Young Kwang, delivering…

By Reetam Bodhak

September 3, 2025

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K-drama fans, get ready for a suspense-filled ride! KBS 2TV’s highly anticipated drama “Walking on Thin Ice” pairs the legendary Lee Young Ae with the versatile Kim Young Kwang, delivering a roller-coaster of trust, betrayal, and survival. Here’s everything you must know, why you should tune in, and a concise FAQ.

What Makes “Walking on Thin Ice” Unmissable?

This drama throws together Kang Eun Soo, played by Lee Young Ae, a mother-driven to extremes to save her family, and Kim Young Kwang’s Lee Kyung, a teacher who lives a dangerous double life as a drug dealer. Together, they set off on a treacherous path that tests their morals and loyalty.

Quick Facts Table

Feature	Details
Genre	Thriller, Crime, Drama
Premiere Date	September 20, 9:20 PM KST (KBS 2TV)
Main Cast	Lee Young Ae, Kim Young Kwang, Park Yong Woo
Plot Focus	Desperation, unlikely partnership, crime, family
Director/Channel	KBS 2TV, Official KBS World
Internal Coverage	See all things K-drama at Technosports

Plot Overview: Danger, Desperation, and Double Lives

Kang Eun Soo’s world collapses when her husband’s illness leads to financial ruin. Just as all hope seems lost, she discovers a bag of drugs—an act that changes her fate and ties her to Lee Kyung, an art teacher with a shadowy nocturnal career. Their “contract” partnership is shaky, as trust evaporates and detective Jang Tae Goo closes in.

Action, threats, and shifting alliances define their journey. One standout moment in the teaser: “Let’s just die together, teacher,” says Kang Eun Soo, showing this drama’s edge.

Why K-Drama Fans Will Love It

Star Power: Lee Young Ae, famed for “Saimdang, Light’s Diary,” returns in a gritty, emotionally charged role. Check her earlier work here.
Unique Story: Partners who can’t trust each other, facing danger from all sides.
Real-World Themes: Family, desperation, and the lengths we go to for loved ones.
High Production Value: KBS 2TV dramas are known for polish and gripping storytelling.

Must-Watch Teaser

See raw suspense and brilliant acting in the official teaser on Soompi.

FAQs

1. When does “Walking on Thin Ice” premiere and where can I watch it?

“Walking on Thin Ice” premieres September 20 at 9:20 PM KST on KBS 2TV. Official international streaming details are expected soon—check KBS World for updates and see our internal streaming guide here.

2. What’s special about Lee Young Ae and Kim Young Kwang’s roles?

Lee Young Ae’s Kang Eun Soo is a mother risking it all, a sharp shift from historical roles, while Kim Young Kwang plays his darkest character yet—a seemingly mild teacher with a criminal side. Their explosive chemistry is already apparent from the teaser.