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2018 South Korean television series

Welcome to Waikiki

Welcome to Waikiki
All data from the card 17
Hangul
으라차차 와이키키
RR
Eurachacha Waikiki
MR
Ŭrach'ach'a Waik'ik'i
Genre
Comedy Slice of life
Written by
Kim Ki-ho
Directed by
Lee Chang-min
Starring
Kim Jung-hyunLee Yi-kyungSon Seung-won
Music by
Park Se-joon
Country of origin
South Korea
Original language
Korean
No. of episodes
20
Executive producers
Baek Chang-juHahm Young-hoonPark Jin-hyungPark Joon-seo
Producer
Park Jong-eun
Running time
70 minutes
Production companies
C-JeS ProductionDrama House
Network
JTBC
Release
February 5 –April 17, 2018

Welcome to Waikiki (Korean: 으라차차 와이키키) is a 2018 South Korean television series starring Kim Jung-hyun, Lee Yi-kyung and Son Seung-won. It aired on JTBC from February 5 to April 17, 2018, every Monday and Tuesday at 23:00 (KST).

On June 6, 2018, it was renewed for a second season, which premiered on March 25, 2019.

Synopsis

The story is about three men who come to run a failing guesthouse called Waikiki. Complications spark when their guesthouse is visited by a single mother and her baby.

Cast

Main

A short-tempered young man that resembles an "icon of misfortune" who dreams of becoming a movie director. Picking himself up after a painful breakup, he starts working again, and later falls in love with Yoon-ah.
The son of an A-list actor who wants to follow the footsteps of his father but is stuck in minor roles. He is very determined to make it on his own and would go to great lengths in order to land better roles. He is allergic to walnut. He eventually sees Seo-jin as a woman.
A kindhearted but timid freelance writer who barely receives work. He currently works in a convenience store and whiles his time away writing a web story.
A single mother who ends up staying in the guesthouse with her daughter Sol in exchange for helping out. She makes the other residents uncomfortable with her quirky behavior and is prone to forgetting things and causing accidents. She initially wanted to be a rapper but later on studied in earnest to be a pastry chef. Afraid of trusting men again, she eventually agrees to be Dong-gu's girlfriend.
Dong-gu's sister who wants to be a journalist but had difficulty landing a job. Joon-ki calls her Chewbacca, later on shortened to Bacca. Her facial hair is a source of embarrassment and she has to shave it regularly. She falls for and starts a relationship with Joon-ki in but hides it from her disapproving brother.
Dong-gu's ex-girlfriend and a famous model, who suddenly broke up with him. She ends up staying in the guesthouse when her new boyfriend ran away with all her money. She tries to make a comeback with Doo-sik's help.

Supporting

A pastry chef, the owner of bakery, and an instructor in Yoon-ah's school, who is in love with Yoon-ah.

Special appearances

An actor.
Soo-ah's boyfriend who is a con-artist.
Seo-jin's college senior and first boyfriend.
Doo-sik's co-worker.
Joon-ki's waxer.
An actor and Joon-ki's father.
  • Jason Scott Nelson as a hotel guest (ep. 4)
  • Kim Seo-hyung as Kim Hee-Ja (ep. 4)
An actress.
The daughter of Doo-sik's boss.
A script writer who wanted to date Joon-ki.
A wedding singer.
An adult movie actress and Doo-sik's first love. (eps. 7–9)
An actor playing as a masked octopus.
Soo-ah's brother and a UFC fighter.
A producer at JBC.
An announcer.
An actor.
A model.
An actor.
  • Olena Sidorchuk as Angela (ep. 17)
  • HALO as ASTAR (ep. 18)
An idol group.
A rapper.
  • Kim Jin-woo as Sol's father (ep. 20)
  • Kim Ho-chang as Lee Sang-heon (ep. 6)

Episodes

Series overview

SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
First releasedLast released
120February 5, 2018April 17, 2018
216March 25, 2019May 14, 2019

Welcome to Waikiki (2018)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"Episode 1"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 5, 2018
Kang Dong-goo, Lee Joon-ki and Bong Doo-sik run the struggling Waikiki guesthouse in Itaewon while trying to build careers in film and writing. Their financial problems become more complicated when they unexpectedly find an abandoned baby named Sol in one of the guest rooms. While the three men argue about what to do, Sol's mother Han Yoon-ah later appears and becomes connected with the household.
22"Episode 2"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 6, 2018
Yoon-ah tries to prove that she can contribute to the guesthouse while Dong-goo remains distracted by his former girlfriend Min Soo-ah. Meanwhile, Joon-ki's acting work leaves him stuck in elaborate costume makeup after a filming delay, creating new problems for the household.
33"Episode 3"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 12, 2018
The residents continue adjusting to Yoon-ah and Sol living at Waikiki while Dong-goo struggles with his feelings and the guesthouse's worsening financial condition. Joon-ki and Doo-sik continue pursuing unstable work in acting and writing, leading to another series of misunderstandings and comic problems.
44"Episode 4"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 13, 2018
Dong-goo becomes increasingly involved in Yoon-ah's problems despite trying to keep his distance, while Joon-ki continues taking unusual acting jobs. Doo-sik also encounters new difficulties as the residents try to keep the guesthouse operating.
55"Episode 5"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 19, 2018
Kang Seo-jin becomes discouraged after suffering a setback in her dream of becoming a journalist. At the same time, Doo-sik's attempt to advance his writing career places him in an awkward situation just as he becomes interested in a new coworker.
66"Episode 6"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 20, 2018
A man from Yoon-ah's baking class begins showing interest in her, making Dong-goo suspicious and jealous. Their attempts to manage the situation lead to another lie that forces them into an increasingly difficult misunderstanding.
77"Episode 7"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 26, 2018
After losing her home and money, Soo-ah turns to Dong-goo for help and ends up staying at Waikiki. Doo-sik unexpectedly meets a former classmate under embarrassing circumstances, while tensions and new relationships begin developing among the housemates.
88"Episode 8"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoFebruary 27, 2018
Joon-ki considers an unusual performance opportunity after continuing to struggle as an actor. Dong-goo and Doo-sik both face problems involving their romantic feelings as life at Waikiki becomes more complicated.
99"Episode 9"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoMarch 5, 2018
Dong-goo worries that a mistake involving Sol has damaged his chances with Yoon-ah. Meanwhile, Joon-ki and Seo-jin's long-running habit of arguing with each other grows increasingly intense.
1010"Episode 10"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoMarch 6, 2018
Joon-ki and Seo-jin disagree about what happened between them the previous night, leaving both confused about their relationship. Doo-sik and Soo-ah work together to confront Soo-ah's dishonest former boyfriend and expose his actions.
1111"Episode 11"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoMarch 19, 2018
Soo-ah's intimidating older brother visits, forcing the residents to maintain a lie that had previously been created to reassure him. Their attempts to keep the truth hidden produce another series of misunderstandings.
1212"Episode 12"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoMarch 20, 2018
The relationships inside Waikiki continue to change as Joon-ki and Seo-jin struggle with their feelings, while Dong-goo becomes increasingly attached to Yoon-ah. Doo-sik and Soo-ah continue dealing with problems created by their personal and professional lives.
1313"Episode 13"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoMarch 26, 2018
The Waikiki residents continue facing work, family and romantic problems while trying to keep the guesthouse running. Dong-goo's feelings for Yoon-ah become more difficult to hide, and the others become involved in further misunderstandings.
1414"Episode 14"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoMarch 27, 2018
Romantic tensions continue to grow among the residents of Waikiki, while Joon-ki's acting career and Doo-sik's writing ambitions bring new complications. Dong-goo struggles to decide how openly he should express his feelings for Yoon-ah.
1515"Episode 15"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoApril 2, 2018
The residents become involved in another series of misunderstandings as their romantic relationships develop. Dong-goo and Yoon-ah move closer to confronting their feelings, while Joon-ki, Seo-jin, Doo-sik and Soo-ah face their own problems.
1616"Episode 16"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoApril 3, 2018
Dong-goo becomes angry with the other residents after believing that they have all taken Yoon-ah's side against him. Doo-sik and Soo-ah become caught in another unpleasant situation, while Yoon-ah faces problems of her own.
1717"Episode 17"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoApril 9, 2018
After confirming that Yoon-ah has feelings for him, Dong-goo becomes increasingly insecure about their new relationship. Meanwhile, Doo-sik becomes interested in a Ukrainian guest staying at Waikiki.
1818"Episode 18"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoApril 10, 2018
Joon-ki reacts unexpectedly when he discovers that he has a stalker, while Doo-sik develops feelings for one of Soo-ah's friends. Dong-goo and Yoon-ah continue adjusting to their relationship.
1919"Episode 19"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoApril 16, 2018
Joon-ki is selected to throw the ceremonial first pitch at a baseball game, while Soo-ah begins working on her own fashion designs. Yoon-ah takes a baking qualification examination as she continues trying to build an independent future for herself and Sol.
2020"Episode 20"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-hoApril 17, 2018
Sol's biological father unexpectedly appears at Waikiki, forcing Yoon-ah and Dong-goo to confront what his return means for their relationship. Joon-ki and Seo-jin reconsider their future together, while Soo-ah begins acknowledging her feelings for Doo-sik. The residents face the latest crisis at Waikiki while continuing to pursue their personal and professional goals.

Welcome to Waikiki 2 (2019)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
211"Episode 1"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumMarch 25, 2019
Lee Joon-ki continues running the financially troubled Waikiki guesthouse and brings his old high-school friends Cha Woo-sik and Kook Ki-bong into the business. Woo-sik is a struggling singer and Ki-bong is a minor-league baseball player, and the three men attempt to keep Waikiki operating while dealing with debt and unstable careers. Their lives become further complicated when Han Soo-yeon, their former classmate and Woo-sik's first love, unexpectedly becomes involved with them.
222"Episode 2"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumMarch 26, 2019
Soo-yeon struggles to adjust after the sudden collapse of her former life and becomes increasingly dependent on the Waikiki residents. Woo-sik tries to hide his lingering feelings for her, while Joon-ki and Ki-bong continue dealing with problems in their acting and baseball careers.
233"Episode 3"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 1, 2019
Woo-sik, Joon-ki and Ki-bong continue trying to make money and keep the guesthouse open while Soo-yeon begins rebuilding her life. Cha Yoo-ri and Kim Jung-eun also become more closely involved with the group, creating new personal and romantic complications.
244"Episode 4"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 2, 2019
The Waikiki residents continue facing problems caused by their unstable jobs, financial difficulties and personal relationships. Woo-sik tries to manage his feelings for Soo-yeon while Joon-ki and Ki-bong encounter further setbacks in their careers.
255"Episode 5"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 8, 2019
Soo-yeon attempts to become more independent while adapting to life at Waikiki. The others continue pursuing acting, music and sports careers, but their plans repeatedly create new misunderstandings and financial problems.
266"Episode 6"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 9, 2019
Woo-sik's relationship with Soo-yeon becomes increasingly complicated as he tries to conceal his feelings for her. Meanwhile, Joon-ki and Ki-bong continue encountering embarrassing setbacks in their respective careers.
277"Episode 7"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 15, 2019
The residents continue helping each other through financial and career problems while Soo-yeon tries to establish a new direction for herself. Personal feelings within the group become increasingly difficult to ignore.
288"Episode 8"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 16, 2019
Woo-sik, Joon-ki and Ki-bong become involved in another series of mishaps as they pursue their careers and try to solve Waikiki's financial problems. Soo-yeon, Yoo-ri and Jung-eun also face new challenges in their work and relationships.
299"Episode 9"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 22, 2019
The relationships among the Waikiki residents continue to develop while their attempts to earn money and improve their careers create further problems. Woo-sik remains conflicted about his feelings for Soo-yeon.
3010"Episode 10"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 23, 2019
The group struggles with new misunderstandings involving work, romance and money while continuing to maintain the guesthouse. Soo-yeon gradually becomes more confident as she develops a life separate from her former wealthy upbringing.
3111"Episode 11"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 29, 2019
Career setbacks and relationship problems continue affecting the residents of Waikiki. Woo-sik and Soo-yeon become increasingly aware of the emotional tension between them, while the others face difficulties of their own.
3212"Episode 12"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumApril 30, 2019
The residents continue balancing their personal ambitions with the need to support the guesthouse and one another. New romantic developments and misunderstandings force several members of the group to reconsider their feelings.
3313"Episode 13"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumMay 6, 2019
Woo-sik's feelings for Soo-yeon become harder to conceal while Joon-ki, Ki-bong, Yoo-ri and Jung-eun face important changes in their own careers and relationships. The future of Waikiki remains uncertain.
3414"Episode 14"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumMay 7, 2019
The residents continue making decisions about their relationships and future careers as the series approaches its conclusion. Woo-sik and Soo-yeon move closer to resolving the feelings that have remained between them since their school years.
3515"Episode 15"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumMay 13, 2019
The future of the guesthouse and the careers of its residents remain uncertain as several relationships reach turning points. Woo-sik must decide whether to be honest with Soo-yeon about his feelings.
3616"Episode 16"Lee Chang-minKim Ki-ho, Song Ji-eun, Song Mi-so and Seo Dong-bumMay 14, 2019
The residents face the final developments in their careers and relationships while continuing their efforts to keep Waikiki alive. Woo-sik and Soo-yeon resolve their feelings for one another, and the group moves forward with their lives while remaining connected through the guesthouse.

Production

Ryu Hwa-young was first offered a major role, but declined. The first script reading of the cast was held on December 18, 2017, at the JTBC building in Sangam-dong.

On March 6, 2018, JTBC extended the series for four more episodes and aired two commentary specials in preparation for the extension.

Original soundtrack

Part 1

No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Waikiki Wonderland" (와이키키 원더랜드)UKUKUlala Session2:50
2."Waikiki Wonderland (Inst.)" (와이키키 원더랜드 (Inst.)) UK 2:50
Total length:5:40

Part 2

No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Wild Dream"Kim EanaCho Hyung-woo, JeACho Hyung-woo2:16
2."Wild Dream (Inst.)" Cho Hyung-woo, JeA 2:16
Total length:4:32

Part 3

No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Cheer Up" (잘하고있어)Choi Sang-yeop, Park Se-joonPark Se-joon, Woo Ji-hoonChoi Sang-yeop3:50
2."Cheer Up (Inst.)" (잘하고있어 (Inst.)) Park Se-joon, Woo Ji-hoon 3:50
Total length:7:40

Part 4

No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Will You Come In" (들어와줄래)KamDongis, Park Se-joonKamDongis, Seo Jae-haMind U3:24
2."Will You Come In (Inst.)" (들어와줄래 (Inst.)) KamDongis, Seo Jae-ha 3:24
Total length:6:48

Part 5

No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Fluttering Steps" (설레는 발걸음)Park Se-joon, Han JoonPark Se-joon, Lee Yoo-jinSeunghee (Oh My Girl)3:20
2."Fluttering Steps (Inst.)" (설레는 발걸음 (Inst.)) Park Se-joon, Lee Yoo-jin 3:20
Total length:6:40

Viewership

Welcome to Waikiki: South Korea viewers per episode (thousands)
SeasonEpisode number
1234567891011121314151617181920
1N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A523N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A458472N/A488
Source: Audience measurement performed nationwide by Nielsen Korea.
Average TV viewership ratings (nationwide)
Ep. Original broadcast
date
Title Average audience share
Nielsen Korea TNmS
1 February 5, 2018 The New World
(신세계)
1.742% 2.6%
A Family is Born
(가족의 탄생)
2 February 6, 2018 Anyone Can Be a Wolverine
(누구나 그렇게 울버린이 된다)
1.861% 2.2%
You Know What? It's a Secret
(있잖아요 비밀이에요)
3 February 12, 2018 A Beautiful Farewell
(아름다운 이별)
1.743% 1.8%
Are You Still Dreaming?
(그대 아직 꿈꾸고 있는가)
4 February 13, 2018 You Did a Good Job
(수고했어, 오늘도)
1.635% 2.2%
His And Her Circumstances
(그 남자 그 여자의 사정)
5 February 19, 2018 Nothing's Wrong With You!
(너는 문제없어!)
1.595% 1.9%
Perfect Room to Recover
(완전한 사육)
6 February 20, 2018 Jealousy is My Power
(질투는 나의 힘)
1.589% 2.1%
Marriage is an Insane Act
(결혼은 미친짓이다)
7 February 26, 2018 The Girl We Loved
(그 시절 우리가 사랑했던 소녀)
1.733% 2.4%
When a Man Falls in Love
(남자가 사랑할 때)
8 February 27, 2018 A Cute Woman
(귀여운 여인)
2.242% 2.6%
For Love
(사랑을 위하여)
9 March 5, 2018 A Secret You Can't Tell
(말할 수 없는 비밀)
2.007% 2.5%
My Gangster Lover
(내 깡패 같은 애인)
10 March 6, 2018 My Love Olivia
(내 사랑 올리비아)
1.966% 1.9%
A Simple Confession
(화려하지 않은 고백)
Special March 12, 2018 N/A 1.091% 1.8%
March 13, 2018 1.291% 1.8%
11 March 19, 2018 Night Of The Living Dead
(살아있는 시체들의 밤)
1.837% 2.7%
I Love You So Much
(진짜 진짜 좋아해)
12 March 20, 2018 I'm a Woman Too
(나도 여자랍니다)
2.102% 2.0%
Life And Death Situation
(사생결단)
13 March 26, 2018 Secretly Greatly
(은밀하게 위대하게)
1.652% 2.6%
A Real Man
(진짜 사나이)
14 March 27, 2018 The Morning Dew in Colombia
(콜롬비아의 아침이슬)
1.582% 2.2%
No Matter How Much I Think About You
(아무리 생각해도 난 너를)
15 April 2, 2018 Hide And Seek
(숨바꼭질)
1.590% 1.9%
16 April 3, 2018 Their Wretched Love
(이 죽일놈들의 사랑)
1.543% 1.8%
A Simple Confession 2
(화려하지 않은 고백2)
17 April 9, 2018 For New Couples
(시작하는 연인들을 위하여)
1.941% 2.2%
Can Love Be Translated?
(사랑도 통역이 되나요?)
18 April 10, 2018 Stalker
(스토커)
2.069% 2.0%
Dancing With Elizabeth
(엘리자베스와 춤을)
19 April 16, 2018 The Dancer in the Dark
(어둠 속의 댄서)
1.616% 2.3%
Misfortune Always Comes
(불행은 언제나)
20 April 17, 2018 Because It Hurts
(아프니까 으라차차)
2.081% 2.3%
Average 1.806% 2.2%
  • In the table above, the blue numbers represent the lowest ratings and the red numbers represent the highest ratings.
  • This series aired on a cable channel/pay TV which normally has a relatively smaller audience compared to free-to-air TV/public broadcasters (KBS, SBS, MBC and EBS).
  • Episode 10 was cut into two parts for the preparation of the extension of the show.
  • Episodes 11 and 12 did not air as originally planned on March 12 and 13, 2018. Instead, they were aired a week later on March 19 and 20. The one-week delay was to allow time for better production. A special episode was broadcast on March 12 and 13, featuring behind-the-scenes footage and commentary by the performers.

Remake

A Vietnamese remake titled Nhà trọ Balanha aired in 2020 on VTV3.

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