“The Producers”—A backstage workplace dramedy that turns K‑variety chaos into tender second chances Introduction The first time I watched The Producers, I felt like I’d slipped behind an unmarked door at KBS and discovered a beating heart made of caffeine, deadlines, and unspoken feelings. Have you ever chased a dream that started as a crush, only to find your purpose waiting in an entirely different form? That’s Baek Seung‑chan’s journey as he stumbles into the variety division, where ratings are currency and kindness is a rare luxury. The show doesn’t just tease the world of “Two Days & One Night” and music programs; it invites us to live in their fluorescent-lit hallways, where every call sheet hides a confession. Between a gruff veteran PD who runs on stubborn pride, a sharp music-show producer who hides her vulnerability, and a lonely idol who learns to cho...