Ju Ji Hoon and Jung Yu Mi will reunite after 18 years in the new rom-com Korean drama “Love Your Enemy.” Learn more about the “Love Your Enemy” storyline, cast, characters, and release date below.
New Kdrama “Love Your Enemy”: Plot, Cast, Character, and Release Date
The upcoming tvN Kdrama “Love Your Enemy,” also known as “Love on a Single Log Bridge,” is highly anticipated among Kdrama lovers. It is not only a new work by a top Korean director and writer but also marks the comeback of Ji Ju Hoon and Jung Yu Mi in a romantic comedy.
The series is directed by director Park Joon Hwa. He is known for his work on hit K-dramas such as “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim” and “Alchemy of Souls” Seasons 1 and 2. Additionally, the script is penned by writer Im Ye Jin. She is known for writing the script for hit Korean dramas like “Love in the Moonlight” and “The Tale of Nokdu.”
Now, let’s learn more about the new Kdrama “Love Your Enemy.”
Korean Drama “Love Your Enemy” Plot
The new Korean drama “Love Your Enemy” tells the spellbinding love and hate story of Seok Ji Won and Yoon Ji Won. Although born on the same day and sharing the same name, they are destined to clash. Like modern-day Romeo and Juliet, their families have been enemies for generations.
One day, Seok Ji Won left his school and hometown due to his family’s situation. After 18 years, he returns to his hometown and unexpectedly reunites with his ‘fierce rival,’ Yoon Ji Won. Their reunion uncovers untold stories and reveals the complexity of their relationship. But what really happened 18 years ago?
“Love Your Enemy” Cast
Main Cast
Ju Ji Hoon as Seok Jiwon
Seok Ji Won is known as a natural charmer with a charismatic personality. He has excelled in academics and sports since he was young. However, he shows a different side of himself around his long-time rival, Yoon Ji Won. When he becomes the new chairman of Dongmok High School, he unexpectedly reunites with her. Will this reunion spark romantic chemistry between them?
Jung Yu Mi as Yun Ji Won
Yoon Ji Won is a physical education teacher. She works at her former high school, Dokmok High School. She cannot tolerate injustice and wrongdoing. During her school days, she was famous for her short temper and was dubbed the “Dokmok High School Mad Dog.” As she grew older, she learned to control her temper and face adulthood’s challenges. However, when her ‘great enemy’ Seok Ji Won, returns, he revives the “Mad Dog” inside her.
Kim Ye Won as Cha Ji Hye
Cha Ji Hye is a beautiful math teacher at Dokmok High School. However, her aloof and haughty personality makes her seem unapproachable. She has been friends with Seok Ji Won and Yoon Ji Won since they were little.
Unbeknownst to anyone, Cha Ji Hye has admired Seok Ji Won since they were young. His return and working together at Dokmok High rekindles her feelings for him. Even though it’s an unrequited love, she feels happy when he is around. In contrast, her treatment of Yoon Ji Won is very different. She often makes snarky comments that reveal Yoon Ji Won’s insecurities, all while pretending to be concerned.
Lee Si Woo as Gong Moon Soo
Gong Moon Soo is a former star swimmer who has become an intern teacher in the physical education department at Dokmok High School. With a lovable Gen Z aura, he captures attention wherever he goes. Additionally, his eyes are on Yoon Ji Won, and he is always there to help her.
Supporting Cast
Kim Jung Young as Han Young Eun
Han Young Eun is Seok Ji Won’s lively and cheerful mother. Her character contrasts with Seok Ji Won’s husband, Seok Kyung Tae. She always trusts and supports her son, Seok Ji Won.
Lee Seung Joon as Ji Kyung Hoon
Ji Kyung Hoon is the best friend of Yoon Ji Won’s late father, Yoon Ho Seok. He becomes a father figure to Yoon Ji Won and helps her grandfather, Yoon Jae Ho (Kim Kap Soo), whom he considers his own father after his best friend passed away.
He also provides them with emotional and financial support. Therefore, he is the only person they trust and rely on the most. Additionally, as an administrative officer at Dokmok High School, he accepts the challenge of managing the school’s poor management.
Jun Hye Jin as Maeng Soo Ah
Maeng Soo Ah is Yoon Ji Won’s loyal best friend and possesses a brave and straightforward nature. Soo Ah is always by her side to support her. Like Yoon Ji Won, she works at Dokmok High School as a math teacher. She works hard to pursue a promotion and achieve a better salary.
Kim Jae Chul as Hong Tae Oh
Hong Tae Oh is a health teacher, known for his warm and caring nature. His kind nature makes him the best supporter for his coworkers and students. He is also Yoon Ji Won’s trusted ally, who provides her unwavering support.
Cameos
In addition to the leading and supporting cast, tvN has released some exciting cameo stills. The first episode of “Love Your Enemy” will feature special appearances by Jo Jae Yoon, Im Chul Soo, Moon Sang Min, and Bae Hyeon Seong.
Jo Jae Yoon, from “Alchemy of Souls,” will play the executive director of Seokban Construction, Mr. Park, who strongly dislikes Seok Ji Won.
Im Chul Soo, from “A Virtuous Business,” will play Yoo Hong Jae. He is a former high school classmate of Seok Ji Won and Yoon Ji Won, and he plays a key role in reuniting them.
Moon Sang Min from “Under the Queen’s Umbrella” will portray the younger version of Seok Ji Won’s grandfather, Seok Ban Hee. Meanwhile, Bae Hyeon Seong from “Family by Choice” will play the younger version of Yoon Ji Won’s grandfather, Yoon Jae Ho. The roots of the long-standing feud between generations of Seok Ji Won and Yoon Ji Won’s families began with these two men.
“Love Your Enemy” Release Date
Save the date! The new rom-com Korean drama “Love Your Enemy,” with an impressive cast lineup, will premiere on November 23, 2024, at 9:20 PM (KST) on tvN, with new episodes released every Saturday and Sunday. In addition, you can also watch the series on OTT platforms like VIKI and TVING.
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