Just one day after its season finale, the hit drama Salon de Holmes has officially been renewed for a second season. On July 16, the production team made the announcement, signaling strong confidence in the show’s performance and future potential. The decision to greenlight another season came swiftly, while fans were still reeling from the emotionally charged and suspenseful ending of the first season, which aired on July 15. The momentum from the finale appears to have driven the production team to act quickly, eager to capitalize on the show’s popularity and viewer enthusiasm.
Season 2 will be directed by Min Jin Ki, who previously helmed the first season and helped shape its distinctive tone and fast-paced storytelling. His return has raised expectations for continuity in both quality and direction. While casting details remain under negotiation, core cast members Lee Si Young, Jung Young Joo, Nam Ki Ae, and Kim Dasom are reportedly in active discussions to return. Their performances were central to the show’s success, and fans are hoping to see the ensemble reunite for the next chapter. The production is currently in its early stages, with script development and filming timelines still being worked out. Even so, the confirmation of a second season this soon after the finale underscores how strongly the producers believe in the franchise’s staying power.
The first season of Salon de Holmes concluded on a high note, drawing its best ratings yet with its final episode. According to viewership data, the finale achieved a 4.6% rating, the highest of the entire run. This solidified its status as a standout series on both ENA and Coupang Play, where it was simultaneously broadcast. The show’s unique blend of action, mystery, and humor allowed it to carve out its own identity in a competitive K-drama landscape. Its appeal wasn’t just in its plot twists but also in how it centered mature, capable women as its leads—a refreshing departure from typical genre conventions. The finale left enough open-ended threads to naturally build into a second season, making the renewal all the more logical and exciting.
The story of Salon de Holmes follows a group of four women who live in the same apartment complex and decide to take justice into their own hands. Each character brings a different strength to the makeshift detective team. Gong Mi Ri, played by Lee Si Young, is a sharp and fearless amateur sleuth whose investigative instincts rival that of seasoned pros. Jung Young Joo’s character, Chu Kyung Ja, is a former star detective who hasn’t lost her edge. Nam Ki Ae plays Jeon Ji Hyun, an insurance professional with insider knowledge of how to catch fraud and deception, while Kim Dasom’s Park So Hee is a quick-thinking part-timer who becomes an indispensable member of the group through her adaptability and street smarts. United by their commitment to protecting their community, these four women use unconventional but effective methods to take down local wrongdoers.
The drama offered more than just entertainment—it gave viewers a team of empowered women navigating everyday life while tackling serious issues with wit and courage. With Season 2 officially in the works, fans can look forward to seeing how their favorite quartet takes on even greater challenges, this time with even higher stakes.