What horrible news.

I didn't read about JTBC's history of accidents but I was very much looking forward to Jung Yumi in a leading role. Given that the staff member who died was the main script writer, I have a feeling they may unfortunately cut the show.

To die on the job, in a fire, a senseless accident, in the prime of life, so close to Christmas and New Year...... Her family will always have that empty chair for year end family gatherings. I hope she doesn't have young children.

May she RIP.

Oh, no!!! That's horrible :(

When I read the title, I first thought that it was some episode recap, and then it occurred to me that it wasn't a recap, but horrible news :(

I was looking forward to this drama, as it seems to have a bit of a different storyline.
I can't imagine to myself how the staff will get back to work now, with the shock of the set that is gone, having to rebuild it, and the trauma of both the fire and the life lost. Especially with the crazy timelines of filming a drama in Korea!

Sad news indeed. Surely, the show can't go on in this case?

My deep condolences. Hope everything will be ok. But I don't think they'll cut this drama like Wolf 2006. If I'm not wrong, that time, both stars, Eric and Han Ji Min badly injured. And doctor said there was a possibility that Eric couldnt walk forever. That's why he took more time for treatment. I think they cut the drama because the filming shooting couldn't be continued without them.

A bit different case with Maids. So, I guess they'll continue this drama. Anyway, whatever the decision, I wish the best for them.

Be hard to see how this would continue, though I, also, was looking forward to the drama.

I do wonder at the origin of the fire. I would suspect electrical.

I may be because I'm steeped in Muism right now (writing it), but maybe they need a mudang to uncurse JTBC? Or also consider making the shooting schedule simply more sane and give more cushion time between airing and filming.

Either way, I hope that the family and the station finds a way to move forward and find the answers they need to get past this tragedy. (not as in continue with the project, but with their lives and put in preventative measures for the future.)

My deepest condolences.
it just reminds me of one ep in King Of Dramas when there's fire on set. It's just sad and terrible news.

Sorry to hear of such a terrible accident. My condolences to the family and friends of the crew member who died.

That being said, I hope they continue the show because I was looking forward to it. They have moved forward after other tragic accidents, so I see no reason why they can't do so this time.

How awful! I'm really saddened by this news.

I too was looking forward to this show and I think it has/had a lot of potential. What an awful way to start. My thoughts are with the family and the rest of the members of this show.

Well damn. With this string of accidents, is it too early to site conspiracy?

Sad sad news........i feel really bad for the deceased staff. RIP
Jtbc working environment may have some issues if it happened lots of times already

They should just cancel it. But i actually feel bad for JYM too, if this drama axed again.......her being the leads have been cancelled twice.

yes! we do feel very sorry to the deceased. but the show shouldn't be stopped considering the efforts of other staff cast and crews

My condolences to the family.

I know this may come off as heartless. I'll preface everything I say with the fact that I don't know the how the entertainment industry operates in Korea. However, closing down a production in the States -- even in the face of tragedy -- is not so back and white.

I was born in Hollywood and lived most of my life in Los Angeles. I've had a lot of friends and family in the entertainment industry, from production assistants to head writers. I'm fairly knowledgeable in this area.

As others have mentioned, there is a real economic impact whenever there is a decision or an event that closes down production. Whether it's a sudden cancellation of a show or a writers strike, the effects can be devastating. It's not just the cast and crew who suffer, it's all the mom & pop businesses that support it... local cafes, dry cleaners... everything. Some go out of business.

There are several instances where "the show must go on" prevailed even in the most devastating of circumstances. Even when it's a lead actor who has died. Even in the very beginning of a run.

I am aware there are real differences in television production between the US and Korea. Korean shows for the most part have a limited time run. I'm guessing the ramp-up to shooting is shorter, whereas in the States it can be years in the making. Perhaps in that sense the impact of shutting down production is lessened?

In this circumstance, regardless of other factors, the loss of an entire set may make the economics of continuing unfeasible. Aside from all else, it may make more sense to cut the financial losses.

Add whatever cultural differences there are in dealing with tragedy, public sentiment, and so forth... I'm not going to pretend I know what happens in South Korea, or how to best deal with this situation.

I apologize for my rambling. My point is that -- at least in the States -- what is the best thing to do in these circumstances is not so cut and dried. What may seem cold and heartless, when looked at it from a broader perspective, may be the most kind and generous option. We're not privy to what's involved. I'm not going to make a judgment as to what's right or wrong, at least not until I have more facts.

It's a tragedy, really. I hope they get down to it and find out what really happened, and my condolences to the family of the deceased.

On a different note, though, I don't quite understand why everyone is saying that no one will want to watch the show and that it should be stopped now. Someone care to explain?

Personally, I feel like it's in cases like this that the production has to keep on going no matter what, in honor of the deceased. They owe it to her. Also, I would think that more people would want to see it. Someone died working on it, it should at least spark interest as to what they were working on when the tragedy happened.

I guess it all comes down, like people said, to how we interpret the situation. Those who think going forward is being money-hungry despite someone's death might believe pulling off is the best thing to do, but for me, that's just disrespect towards the dead and the living. There's an entire crew working on this project that will lose revenue if the drama is stopped, not to mention that the deceased died while working on it, and it would be all for nothing if the show never gets aired. I hope it keeps on going. Fighting!

There was an accident during the filming of Gaksital, too (the last episode had a name up in the beginning screen offering "deepest condolences"), a minor actor died in a bus accident related to the filming. However, the producers or whoever was responsible for financing the show hardly gave the deceased's family any compensation, just enough for the funeral. I was very disappointed when I heard of this because I loved Gaksital as a show and didn't like to hear of such corruption going on behind its production.

I hope they compensate this lady's family enough in consideration of the fact that her life was taken and her family won't be the same as before. That's the least they can do.

Just read:

UPDATE: New episodes of Maids officially delayed until end of January due to tragic fire
http://www.dramafever.com/news/update-new-episodes-of-maids-officially-delayed-until-end-of-january-due-to-tragic-fire/

and...

Production company releases apology after deadly fire on the set of Maids
http://www.dramafever.com/news/production-company-releases-apology-after-deadly-fire-on-the-set-of-maids/

According to this, the woman who died was the main scriptwriter. I read another story that said she was "one of the main writers".

This is sad news! I really loved the first show. It would be a shame and great lost if they do not stand up and wipe themselves off and continue on with it. Why give up? That is not what a company does so easily. We had a fire that destroyed all of our equipment but that did not stop us. We started the company right back up.
Please don't let other tell you to give up! Smile and push forward. You can do it!
Wishing you the best.
Donna
From Ohio, USA

I am so sorry concerning the tragedy. I have become a fan of Korean movies and tv series. I constantly referred back to watch more episodes and wondered what may had happened to the series, now I can understand. If the series does not return, you will still have a devoted fan!!!!!
Take care.

May Yeom Hye Sun Rest In Peace.

My sincere condolences to her family, friends and colleagues. The show is back on the air as of today. Let's hope and pray that all goes well from here on.

여러분 감사합니다. 힘내세요!

I'm really sorry. But the start of this series was great. Please don't give up. Thank you.

sorry For Loss of the Crew Member! But Omg Please Don't cancel the show It's soo Good I love the chemistry between the main leads !

I really love this drama and each episode gives a warming scene, especially i'm really curious with the ending of In Yub and Mo Myung. I hope dramabeans start to review this drama.
Thank you

My condolences to the family and friends of Yeom Hye-sun. I, personally, would want my work to be displayed after I die. Knowing that her work made this great drama should make them proud.