'Manager Kim went under Lee Do-kyu?' A Complete Roundup of Manager Kim Season 2 Teasers

From the viewership ratings and ending of the final episode of 'Manager Kim' to Lee Do-gyu, the head of Baekho Manpower Agency who appeared in the ending! I’ve compiled all the hints and casting candidates related to 'Manager Kim' Season 2 in one place.

Did everyone watch the finale of 'Manager Kim' yesterday?! 😭 I tuned in live and I still can't get over the lingering emotions. Season 1 ended with episode 12, but the last scene has caused quite a stir in online communities right now. It's all because of 'Baekho Manpower Agency' and the new character named 'Lee Do-kyu.' So today, I'm going to summarize the ending and wrap up all the hints for Season 2 for you ✨

1. They say the finale of 'Manager Kim' broke its own highest viewership ratings.

'김부장이 이도규 밑으로 들어갔다고?' 김부장 시즌2 떡밥 총정리

Let's start by looking at the report card for episode 12 (the final episode) of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Chief Kim', which aired on the 25th.

Based on Nielsen Korea

Seoul Metropolitan Area 23.4%
23.0% nationwide
Peak instantaneous viewership rating 27.1% (new record)

I heard it recorded [that]. Ranking first among all channels in the same time slot for 10 consecutive episodes and even rewriting the highest viewership ratings for a miniseries aired in 2026, it is truly a record-breaking hit. I also heard that the 20-49 age group ratings averaged 7.4% and peaked at 8.42%, indicating it was loved across all generations. 🔥

2. This is how the ending of Manager Kim wrapped up

The story unfolded with Manager Kim being pushed into a crisis as Sung Tae-hoon and Park Da-bin (the children of Sung Han-soo and Park Jin-chul) were taken hostage, but ultimately, the three fathers—Manager Kim, Sung Han-soo, and Park Jin-chul—joined forces to subdue Joo Kang-chan (Joo Sang-wook) and his gang, creating a plot twist.

To summarize the ending handled afterwards

Ju Gang-chan Arrested on charges of corruption and murder at Juhak Construction; stabbed by Gold Teeth (Jo Bok-rae) but presumed to have survived thanks to emergency treatment.
Ri Eung-ryeong : Repatriated to North Korea by Park Kang-sung
Ju Hye-ri : Branded as a criminal's daughter, arrested as school violence facts were also exposed
Jo Pyeong-gyeon : Newly emerges as a powerful figure specializing in identity laundering, hinted at as a character connected to the background of Manager Kim's family.
Manager Kim · Kim Min-ji : Returns to a normal life after accepting a new identity, and continues his friendship with Seong Han-su and Park Jin-cheol.

It ended with such a heartwarming happy ending, but the problem was the next scene.

3. 'Baekho Manpower Agency' and Lee Do-gyu appeared in the ending; what exactly are their true identities?

The place where Manager Kim, having received his new status, went to work for the first time was... Baekho Manpower Agency It was. On the surface, it looks like an ordinary employment agency, but in reality, it is said to be an underworld organization that handles missions regardless of whether they are legal or illegal as long as a large sum of money is paid.

The person who greeted Manager Kim here is the director Lee Do-gyu However, even after looking at the resume You have to be able to believe it He appeared in a scene where he immediately proposed a fighting interview to verify his skills. Since the direction emphasized only his physique and atmosphere without showing his face clearly, viewers' curiosity has exploded.

Based on the original work, the White Tiger Manpower Agency and Lee Do-kyu are said to appear around episodes 47 to 48, so it seems the drama has definitely laid the groundwork for a cliffhanger leading into Season 2.

4. What kind of character is Lee Do-kyu? Profile of the strongest in the world.

Lee Do-kyu Character Settings I have summarized it.

Top-tier powerhouses belonging to the Park Tae-joon Universe (Kim Bu-jang · Lookism worldview)
A former executive of the legendary 0th-generation organization, 'Kim Gap-ryong's Gang'
The 'genius of fighting' among the 10 geniuses at HNH Group
A massive body over 2 meters tall and an overwhelming muscular physique
Lost one hand in a past fight with Oh Chang-soo, so he always wears gloves.
A person with the ruthless motto that "money comes before people," yet who shows deep loyalty to those he acknowledges.

In the original story, Manager Kim works as a fixer under Lee Do-gyu and is commissioned to find Ahn Da-young, the granddaughter of former Deputy Prime Minister for Economy (or Member of Parliament) Ahn Seon-hyo. I hear that he will be taking on the role. Since it is highly likely that Season 2 will also start with this incident, it seems like the 'story of saving a daughter' will be repeated this time as well.

5. Who is the casting candidate for Lee Do-kyu? Everyone is rooting for this actor.

Although the official casting hasn't been announced yet, the candidates being discussed among fans are summarized as follows.

Ma Dong-seok : Often mentioned for his overwhelming physique

Yoo Ji-tae Expectations for charisma and acting skills

Kwon Dong-ho : Mentioned among fans for his 189cm real-life physique and the fierce aura he displayed in 'True Education', etc.

There is a lot of talk that casting will determine the success or failure of Season 2, as it is not a role that can be filled just by matching the physique, but requires expressing an emotional range that oscillates between coldness and loyalty.

6. Is Season 2 really being made?

The production company "Thanks to the support of fans, we are positively discussing the production of Season 2." They released an official statement saying that... However, since specific filming schedules or broadcast dates have not yet been determined, it seems we will have to wait a little longer for confirmation. Expectations are growing even more as actor So Ji-sub has previously expressed a desire to produce seasonal projects. 💡

💡 Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q. Has the broadcast schedule for Manager Kim Season 2 been decided?
A. It hasn't been confirmed yet. The production company has only stated that they are positively discussing the production of Season 2, and specific filming and broadcast dates have not been disclosed.

Q. Who will play the role of Lee Do-gyu?
A. There has been no official casting announcement yet. Ma Dong-seok and Yoo Ji-tae are being mentioned as candidates, and there are many fans pushing for Kwon Dong-ho.

Q. What was the viewership rating for the final episode of Manager Kim?
A. According to Nielsen Korea, it set a new personal best, recording 23.4% in the metropolitan area, 23.0% nationwide, and a peak of 27.1%.

Q. What exactly is Baekho Manpower Agency?

A. On the surface, it appears to be an ordinary employment agency, but in reality, it is set up as an underworld organization that handles requests regardless of legality as long as they receive payment.