Can a single kiss turn your world upside down? Yes! That’s what happens in “Dynamite Kiss,” a sizzling new Korean drama premiering this November 2025 that opens with a bang—literally. A single kiss ignites a romance filled with secrets, laughter, and emotional sparks. Find out more about this bold “Dynamite Kiss,” SBS rom-com that will steal your weeknights—and maybe your heart.
“Dynamite Kiss” (키스는 괜히 해서) Korean Drama 2025
Premiered on November 12, the first episode immediately pulled a strong 4.5% nationwide rating (Nielsen Korea). The new 2025 rom-com features a hilarious lie, an accidental kiss, and workplace chaos. With Jang Ki-yong and Ahn Eun-jin leading the story, this SBS drama brings sharp storytelling, real charm, warm humor, and chemistry that absolutely pops!
Synopsis: A Kiss That Packs a Punch
Meet Go Da-rim, a bright and determined woman who struggles to find steady work. She supports her family through odd jobs and dreams of a better life.
When a job opens at a top baby products company, Da-rim sees her chance. Desperate to secure income, she fakes being a married mother to qualify for a contract position. Her new boss is Gong Ji-hyeok, who leads the Mother TF team with calm dignity and strong passion for his work.
Their first encounter on Jeju Island ends with an impulsive kiss that shocks them both. This kiss becomes far more than a plot twist—it’s a raw, electric moment where vulnerability transforms into genuine connection.
Their relationship is built on lies, but the feelings are undeniably real. Now they’re pulled into a workplace romance full of tension and honest questions about identity and trust.
As Da-rim fights to keep her job, her heart betrays her. She begins to fall for the man she lied to. But Ji-hyeok believes she’s a married woman with a child. She cannot reveal the truth without losing everything.
Ji-hyeok, too, feels something he cannot ignore. His feelings for Da-rim intensify, even though he believes she is already married. What unfolds is a deliciously tangled romance full of hidden truths, mistaken identities, and unexpectedly real emotions—complete with more kisses that will make your heart race.
Cast Lineup & Character Briefs
Main Role
Jang Ki-yong returns to romance as Gong Ji-hyeok, a calm, sharp, and passionate team leader of the Mother TF team at a baby products company. He believes in logic—until one electrifying kiss knocks him off balance. Though he resists falling in love, each hesitation draws him deeper.
Ahn Eun-jin embodies Go Da-rim, the heroine with a heart. Her fake-marriage act creates chaos, but her sincerity makes her impossible not to love. You’ll laugh, cry, and cheer for her.
Kim Mu-jun steps in as Kim Sun-woo, Da-rim’s close friend who becomes her fake husband. A single dad hiding tender feelings behind loyal smiles, he brings a soft ache to every scene.
Woo Da-vi takes on Yoo Ha-young, the youngest daughter of a chaebol, stepping into her first real love story. More than comic relief, she’s the emotional surprise you didn’t see coming.
Supporting Role
- Choi Kwang-il as Gong Chang Ho (Gong Ji-hyeok’s father)
- Nam Gi-ae as Kim In-ae (Gong Ji-hyeok’s mother)
- Jung Ga-hee as Gong Ji-hye (Gong Ji-hyeok’s older sister)
- Choi Ja-woon as Kim Jun (Kim Sun-woo’s son)
- Park Ji-ah as Bae Nan-sook (Natural Bebe Mother TF team member)
- Jung Soo-young as Jang Jin-hee (Natural Bebe Mother TF team member)
- Park Jung-yeon as Lee Go-eun (Natural Bebe Mother TF team member)
- Shin Joo-hyeop as Kang Kyung-min (Gong Ji-hyeok’s secretary)
- Jung Hwan as Yoo Tae-young (Yoo Ha-yeong’s older brother)
- Park Jin-woo as Ma Jeong-gu (Natural Bebe marketing team leader)
Production Details
Directors Kim Jae-hyun (One Dollar Lawyer) and Kim Hyun-woo bring sharp direction and a strong sense of rhythm to the show. Writer Ha Yoon-ah (Mystic Pop-up Bar) crafts a script that blends laughs with heartfelt moments.
Samhwa Networks and Studio S produce the series, securing a massive ₩17 billion investment deal. They bet big on chemistry, concept, and charm—and it shows.
The crew shot key scenes on Jeju Island to capture that cinematic kiss, then moved to Seoul for all the office antics. Every frame reflects thoughtful visuals and top-tier production.
And the best part? SBS brings back its Wednesday-Thursday drama slot after six years. They’re not just reviving the slot—they’re igniting it.
“Dynamite Kiss” Release Date
Korean drama “Dynamite Kiss” premiered on November 12, 2025. It airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 9 p.m. KST on SBS. International viewers can watch it on Netflix.
Fun Facts & Reasons to Watch
- The K-drama comes with a bold move that breaks a K-drama norm. The kiss happens in the first episode, where the big romantic kiss usually comes mid-series (often around Episode 4).
- The lead couple, Jang Ki-yong and Ahn Eun-jin, brings an electric chemistry that elevates the romance.
- Ahn Eun-jin and Kim Mu-jun reunite after collaborating in the 2023 historical K-drama “My Dearest,” bringing an authentic on-screen friendship.
- SBS revives Wed-Thu drama slot with this fun, heart-fluttering rom-com.
- The K-drama has a unique premise: a single woman pretends to be married to secure her job.
- The creative team seamlessly integrates witty humor and heartfelt storytelling.
- Lighthearted and upbeat, the drama is designed as midweek feel-good escapism.
Step Into the Explosion of Emotion
A kiss that rewrites destinies, a lie that leads to love, and characters you’ll root for. “Dynamite Kiss” is a K-drama romance with a clever twist that sets a high bar for 2025, combining bright humor with the messy, beautiful truths of everyday survival and love.
Watch the official trailer for 2025 Korean drama “Dynamite Kiss” below.
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