Hometown Cha-cha-cha (2021) Episode 7 Official

: The episode recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 9.3% in South Korea, according to AGB Nielsen .

sprains his back before a "date" with his first love, Cho-hui, leading to an awkward encounter involving his ex-wife, Hwa-jeong.

: Seong-hyeon, a college senior of Hye-jin's, openly shows his affection by leaving food on her doorstep. Du-sik's jealousy becomes evident when Seong-hyeon asks if Hye-jin is seeing anyone, forcing Du-sik to admit she is single.

: Reviewers from sites like Ready Steady Cut and The Review Geek praised the episode for its heartwarming tone and the emotional depth provided by Kim Seon-ho's performance in the epilogue.

One of the most praised sequences is the , where Hye-jin and Du-sik wash blankets together by treading on them in a basin. The playful banter and physical closeness during this mundane task highlight their growing comfort and chemistry. The Epilogue: "Don't Leave Me"