Have you ever felt hollow inside, while others see you as someone having a perfect life? This is how Seo Jun-kyung feels in her life. You can follow her journey of seeking healing and love in the K-drama “Love Me,” one of the new Korean dramas that hit our screens in December 2025. This show explores loneliness and unexpected connections, which might resonate with the audience. Keep reading to learn more about this K-drama that will touch your heart.
“Love Me” (러브 미) Korean Drama 2025
“Love Me” is not a typical melodrama. It combines family drama, melodrama, romance, and slice-of-life, aiming to show true loneliness without making it hopeless. With its emotional stories and strong main characters that keep viewers engaged, the first two episodes gained 2.2% and 1.5% nationwide, respectively.
Synopsis
“Love Me” focuses on Seo Jun-kyung, an OB-GYN who appears to have a perfect life. But she secretly carries a heavy burden, deep guilt, and loneliness. Seven years ago, an accident broke her family apart.
Jun-kyung tried to escape the pain and hid her past. She lives fiercely to avoid exposing her vulnerability while working hard to protect herself. Then Joo Do-hyun (Chang Ryul), her neighbor, a free-spirited music director, enters her life. He notices what she tries to hide.
The drama also follows Jun-kyung and her family as they each face their own everyday struggles. Through their unique love stories, they learn and grow together.
Cast Lineup & Characters
The Korean drama “Love Me” features a great cast. Here’s who brings these complex characters to life:
- Seo Hyun-jin plays Seo Jun-kyung, a successful OB-GYN who hides her loneliness behind a perfect image. She is still shaped by her family’s past tragedy.
- Chang Ryul portrays Joo Do-hyun. Jun-kyung’s neighbor. He’s a talented and free-spirited music director who is the only one who really understands what she is going through.
- Yoo Jae-myung takes the role of Seo Jin-ho, Seo Hyun-jin’s father, who is an important part of the family’s story. Jin-ho appears to be a loving and strong family man, but deep down, he is very vulnerable.
- Lee Si-woo plays Seo Jun-seo, Jun-kyung’s younger brother and a former swimmer.
- Yoon Se-ah plays Jin Ja-young, a key character in the family’s emotional journey who will step into Seo Jin-ho’s life.
- Kim Da-hyun (Dahyun from TWICE) makes her acting debut in the TV series as Ji Hye-on. She’s a young woman who secretly has feelings for her best friend Seo Jun-seo.
The supporting cast includes:
- Jang Hye-jin as Kim Mi-ran
- Lee Ji-hye as Bae Soo-jin
- Oh Dong-min as Jeon Hyeong-joon
- Gong Seong-ha as Im Yun-ju
- Kim Sha-na as Yoon Sol
- Park Sung-yeon as Kim Mi-kyung
- Jung Seung-gil as Cho Seok-woo
- Kim Gi-du as Jeong Hoon
- Kang Chae-young as Oh Won-young
- Lee Si-hoon as Chang-sik
- Heo Jung-do as Professor Song
Production Details
Korean drama “Love Me” is an adaptation of the popular Swedish comedy-drama “Älska mig” (2019).
Writers Park Eun-young and Park Hee-won bring warmth to the story. They keep the story emotional without making it too heavy.
Director Jo Young-min, known for his work on the 2022 K-drama “The Interest of Love,” brought his signature touch to this series. He is once again putting on big emotions in small moments through glances, quiet pauses, and unspoken feelings that say so much more than words can.
SLL and HOW Pictures co-produced this 12-episode drama.
Premiere Date and Where to Watch
“Love Me” made its outstanding premiere on JTBC on December 18, 2025, and will run until January 23, 2026. In Korea, you can also watch it on TVING and Netflix, while international viewers can stream it on Viki, Viu, and U-Next.
JTBC’s new drama “Love Me” had a strong start, with its first two episodes airing back-to-back. According to Nielsen Korea, the two episodes had average nationwide ratings of 2.2% and 1.5%, respectively.
New episodes air every Friday at 8:50 p.m. KST. Each episode runs about 1 hour and 10 minutes, with two episodes airing back-to-back every Friday.
Reasons to Watch K-Drama “Love Me”
If you’re looking for a drama that truly moves you, “Love Me” is made for you.
- Seo Hyun-jin returns to romantic drama and melodrama after “The Trunk.” Once again, she shines in roles where her characters hide their pain.
- Seo Jun-kyung’s romance with Chang Ryul develops slowly, as both characters gradually open up to each other. This slow-burning story will keep you hooked from the start.
- K-pop fans will want to watch as well, since TWICE’s Dahyun makes her acting debut in a meaningful role, not just a brief appearance.
Most importantly, this drama is not just about romance. It’s about learning to be seen and understood by your family, others, and yourself.
Opening the Heart’s Hidden Doors
“Love Me” is a K-drama that many people can relate to. It explores the feeling of loneliness, even when everything looks perfect from the outside.
Will you be following Seo Jun-kyung in search of healing and love? Tell us what you’re most excited about for this new drama!
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