'Try: We Become a Miracle' made a 'try' into the hearts of viewers from its first broadcast.
On the 25th, the first episode of SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Try: We Become a Miracle' (written by Lim Jin-ah, directed by Jang Young-seok, hereinafter 'Try') depicted the retirement in disgrace of rugby idol star Joo Ka-ram (played by Yoon Kye-sang) during the '2012 Asia Cup rugby final' as he boarded his alma mater's chronically last-place rugby team as the new head coach three years after his disappearance. In particular, Ka-ram made a thrilling 'comeback announcement' by placing a rugby ball on the victory-wishing sacrificial table of Hanyang High School. As a result, 'Try' recorded a peak viewer rating of 4.8%, a national average of 4.1%, and a peak rating of 1.46% among the 2049 demographic. This marked a fresh start for the series, signaling a miraculous entry into first place in viewership ratings during the time slot and Friday mini-series. (Nielsen Korea)
The first episode aired that day opened with a powerful scene of Joo Ka-ram (played by Yoon Kye-sang) achieving a try and leading to a comeback victory in the '2012 Asia Cup rugby final,' followed by his disgraceful retirement. Three years later, Ka-ram attracted attention by taking over as the new head coach of his alma mater's rugby team, Hanyang High School.
In response to Vice Principal Seong Jong-man (played by Kim Min-sang) proposing the dissolution of the rugby team due to poor performance and the absence of a coach, Principal Kang Jeong-hyo (played by Gil Hae-yeon) fiercely retorted, 'We have a coach.' The coach in question was none other than Ka-ram, who was both a student and a rugby idol star. His mere appearance stirred up the atmosphere. Jong-man angrily exclaimed, 'How can we bring in a player who has disgraced the school as a coach?' and the rugby team players also expressed their refusal to acknowledge Ka-ram as the new coach, creating a tense situation. In particular, the captain Yoon Seong-jun (played by Kim Yo-han), faced with the absence of a coach and the inability to compete, displayed a stern expression upon the new coach Ka-ram's arrival and stated, 'We'll forfeit due to a lack of a coach,' thereby confronting Ka-ram.
Among these developments, it was revealed that Ka-ram had suffered from 'myasthenia gravis,' shocking the audience. Principal Jeong-hyo, who called Ka-ram back to Hanyang High School, consoled him, stirring sympathy. Ka-ram's disgraceful retirement and disappearance had left scars on many. His ex-girlfriend Bae Ji (played by Lim Se-mi), who had been left in the dark three years prior, was furious at Ka-ram's return. Ka-ram jokingly remarked, 'Since I didn't officially say we broke up, I'm not your ex but rather your current boyfriend, right?' This only fueled Ji's anger, leading to an explosive confrontation.
Additionally, Ka-ram asserted, 'There's no one in Korea who can play rugby as well as I do,' encouraging Seong-jun to believe in him. However, Seong-jun, who was a fan of Ka-ram as a rugby player, responded, 'You betrayed us.' He expressed his frustration, saying, 'In the end, you betrayed your teammates and you also betrayed all the time you put in! You just ruined rugby!' declaring vehemently, 'I absolutely refuse to acknowledge you as a coach.'
Meanwhile, Vice Principal Jong-man began to take action to dismantle the rugby team. He mobilized Deputy Superintendent Na Gyu-won (played by Jang Hyuk-jin), the representative of the parent-teacher association, to pressure Principal Jeong-hyo by delivering a proposal for Ka-ram's dismissal as coach. Furthermore, due to poor performance, he excluded the rugby team from using shared spaces and, when conflicts arose with the athletics team, imposed a disciplinary 'training ban' only on the rugby team. Jong-man convinced Seong-jun, saying, '(If he's fired,) things may improve compared to now with Joo Ka-ram as coach; we could find another coach,' ultimately leading Seong-jun to express his willingness to agree to Ka-ram's dismissal, heightening the tension.
Claiming that the rugby team had too much free time due to the absence of a coach, they were tasked with preparing for Hanyang High School's victory-wishing sacrificial ceremony. Seong-jun attempted to place a rugby ball on the sacrificial table prepared by the rugby team themselves but suffered humiliation as the rugby ball mysteriously disappeared due to the efforts of Vice Principal Jong-man and Nay-kyo. In the midst of this, the first episode culminated with Ka-ram appearing at the sacrificial site, dramatically inserting the rugby ball into the pig's head-shaped cake on the table, delivering a refreshing counterattack against the forces pushing for the rugby team's dissolution.
Meanwhile, the epilogue depicted Ka-ram sneaking away after leaving a banana milk for his ex-girlfriend Ji, followed by a comedic scene of Ji erupting in anger while clutching the banana milk. As Ji, who still hadn't forgiven Ka-ram, and Ka-ram, who still yearned for Ji's forgiveness, faced off, it heightened expectations about how their complicated relationship would develop.
Above all, actor Yoon Kye-sang perfectly embodied the director Joo Ka-ram with a hint of madness in his clear eyes. From dynamic movements to comical expressions and witty lines, he showcased his delightful charm. Additionally, the deep gaze that manifested when recalling the past or feeling pain heightened the immersion in every scene. Running across the field in explosive performances, Yoon Kye-sang proved himself an all-rounder MVP with his ability to perform both comical and dramatic scenes.
[Photo] SBS 'Try' broadcast capture
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