“Walking on Thin Ice,” starring Lee Young Ae and Kim Young Kwang is coming to KOCOWA+ on September 20.
Another exciting K-drama is about to premiere this month, and it’s definitely one you’ll want to add to your watchlist. If you’ve been in a bit of a K-drama slump, this show just might pull you back in with its intense storyline! “Walking On Thin Ice” brings together a gripping concept—a mother desperate to protect her family and a teacher hiding a double life—forced into an unlikely and dangerous partnership after fate drops them into a world of crime.
In addition to its thrilling plot, the drama boasts a powerhouse cast. Legendary actress Lee Young Ae, one of Korea’s most trusted stars, takes the lead alongside Kim Young Kwang, one of today’s most popular and versatile leading men. Best part? You won’t have to wait long to watch because it will be available for streaming on KOCOWA+.
“Walking on Thin Ice”
Casts: Lee Young Ae, Kim Young Kwang, Park Yong Woo, Bae Soo Bin
Synopsis: Follows the story of Kang Eun Soo, a mother desperate to protect her family, and Lee Kyung, a teacher living a dangerous double life, who are drawn together after accidentally coming across a bag of drugs. Their partnership sets them on a path filled with secrets, danger, and moral dilemmas.
Creators: Song Hyun Wook, Jeon Young Shin
Genre: Action, Thriller
Premiere Date: September 20, 2025
Meet The Characters
Lee Young Ae as Kang Eun Soo
Lee Young Ae takes on the role of the main character, Kang Eun Soo, a devoted mother who once lived a quiet, ordinary life. Her world changes overnight when her husband’s pancreatic cancer worsens and the family falls into financial struggles. Just when things couldn’t get harder, she discovers a mysterious bag at her home. This strange incident connects her to her daughter’s art teacher, Lee Kyung, in the most unexpected way. Their partnership slowly drags her into a forbidden world where survival means crossing lines she never imagined.
Kim Young Kwang as Lee Kyung
Kim Young Kwang plays Lee Kyung, the charming art teacher adored by students and parents alike. With his degree from a prestigious university, good looks, and kind personality, he seems like the perfect role model. But beneath the warm exterior lies a much darker side. Lee Kyung secretly works as a high-profile MD at the exclusive club Medusa, dealing only with VIP clients. Cold and distant at heart, he carefully hides his true identity and a secret no one can ever know. His double life collides with Eun Soo’s when they stumble upon a bag of drugs, forcing them into a partnership that will change both of their lives.
Park Yong Woo as Jang Tae Goo
Park Yong Woo steps into the role of Jang Tae Goo, the relentless head of the narcotics unit determined to bring down the drug trafficking organization known as Phantom. With his unwavering focus and drive, Jang Tae Goo refuses to let any target slip away, making him one of the biggest obstacles standing in the way of Eun Soo and Lee Kyung’s uneasy alliance.
Bae Soo Bin as Park Do Jin
Bae Soo Bin plays Park Do Jin, Eun Soo’s devoted husband. The two first met at a bank where they worked together before getting married and starting a modest yet happy life with their daughter. However, their picture-perfect family begins to crumble when Do Jin is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. His illness not only throws the family into emotional turmoil but also sets the stage for Eun Soo’s desperate choices.
Reasons To Watch “Walking On Thin Ice”
This is the type of drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat, constantly making you ask questions: Who left the bag of drugs? What kind of dangerous partnership will form between a parent and teacher who suddenly find themselves tied together by crime? Will Eun Soo compromise her long-held beliefs for the sake of her sick husband and daughter? And what is the secret that Lee Kyung is desperately hiding from everyone?
Adding to the excitement is Lee Young Ae’s highly anticipated comeback to KBS after 20 years. The production team praised her performance, saying, “Lee Young Ae completely embodies the emotional spectrum of her character—from the desperate resolve hidden behind a bright smile to the quiet strength she shows when her world collapses.” Through her character, we will see her transform from an ordinary, loving mother and housewife into someone entangled in a morally complex situation, crossing forbidden lines and entering a world that tests her limits.
At the heart of the drama lies a thrilling chase between detectives, the head of the narcotics department, a desperate mother willing to risk everything for her family, and a drug dealer with his own hidden agenda. Every scene promises intensity, moral dilemmas, and shocking twists that will leave you breathless and eager for the next episode!
So, mark your calendars for September 20 and let’s watch “Walking on Thin Ice” on KOCOWA+ with multiple subtitles!
