Sweet Home Season 3: Song Kang's Cha Hyun-su's Comeback
Sweet Home season 3 gave Song Kang's Cha Hyun-su the attention he deserved, so addressing a major grievance of fans regarding season 2. Following the divisive second season, the last chapter of the Netflix K-drama restored the emphasis on Hyun-su's narrative, so resolving many of the problems that had emerged in the earlier season. This post will explore the causes of Hyun-su's low screen time in Sweet Home season 2 and how season 3 fixed this issue so guaranteeing a fitting end to the much-loved show.
Cha Hyun-su by Song Kang: Crucial Character for Sweet Home Season 3
The main complaint leveled against Sweet Home season 2 was the scant screen time given Cha Hyun-su, Song Kang's character. After a three-year wait for season 2, viewers were let down when Hyun-su, the show's protagonist, disappeared mostly. With so many fresh characters added in Season 2, viewers were left to relate to them while Hyun-su was on sidelines. Fortunately, Sweet Home season 3 corrected this by elevating Hyun-su once again.
Increasing presence of Cha Hyun-su in Sweet Home Season 3
Hyun-su's appearances in Season 3 grew noticeably, directly addressing the fans' grievance. The last season mostly focused on the surviving members of season 1, including Hyun-su, so returning the emphasis to the Green Home residents. Hyun-su visited Eun-yu more often, a relationship lacking in season two. The comeback of Lee Do-hyun's Eun-hyeok in episode 4 enhanced the presence of season 1 characters even more by allowing Hyun-su and Eun-yu more screen time.
Why Hyun-su's Limited Appearance in Sweet Home Season 2 Matters
Although the precise causes of Hyun-su's underperformance in season 2 are yet unknown, several could fit. The storyline might have been influenced by seasons 2 and 3's consecutive filming. One of the most sought-after Korean actors, Song Kang's hectic schedule could also have had a part. It is important to keep in mind, though, that adding fresh characters—who would be vital in season 3—may have been a conscious decision in narrative. The absence of Hyun-su in season 2 allowed the creation of fresh characters who would ultimately be very important for the last season.
Monster Alter Ego of Hyun-su: Dominant Force in Sweet Home Season 3
Though Hyun-su appeared in every episode of Sweet Home season 3, her presence took an unanticipated turn. For much of the new season, his monster alter ego—which seized his body at the end of season 2—remain dominant. Driven by grief and suffering following the events with Yi-kyung and her daughter, Hyun-su's monster self grew stronger than it had ever done. Unlike past cases when he recovered control soon after turning into a monster, this time the monstrous alter refused to give up control.
Negotiating the Monster: Returning the Original Hyun-su
Eun-yu struck a deal with the hideous Hyun-su: the monster would never resurfaced should she be able to bring back the original Hyun-su. Hyun-su, Eun-yu, Private Park, and Hani set off a trip back to the stadium where they came upon Sang-won's preparations. The plot of season 3 was enhanced even more by Eun-hyeok's comeback, which gave the relationships among the characters complexity and depth.
Sweet Home: An Interpretive Account of Inner Demons and Survival
Sweet Home chronicles Hyun-su, a reclusive high school student who loses his family and ends up imprisoned in the Green Home apartment building. Hyun-su and his neighbors have to band together to survive as a mystery epidemic turns people into terrible creatures. Along with the terrible outside dangers, they struggle with their inner demons—that darkness inside of themselves.
Season three of Sweet Home gave the much-loved K-drama series a fitting end. Viewers were guaranteed a rewarding experience by Song Kang's Cha Hyun-su's comeback, investigation of his inner conflicts, and engaging plot. The last season answered fan questions and showed the value of character development, so influencing viewers.
