Are you ready to follow the enchanting love story of IU and Park Bo Gum in the new romance Korean drama “When Life Gives You Tangerines”? Discover the details of this new Netflix original K-drama series, from its compelling story and talented cast to the lovely trailer that brings it all to life.
Watch the Netflix Original Romantic K-Drama Series “When Life Gives You Tangerines”
Netflix has released the new stills and official trailer for its upcoming romance K-drama series, “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” previously known as “You’ve Done Well,“ starring IU, Park Bo Gum, Moon So Ri, Park Hae Joon, and more. Join us as we dive into their love and life journey, filled with laughter, tears, and the sweet promise of tangerines — symbols of hope and new beginnings.
Production
The upcoming drama “When Life Gives You Tangerines” is a new collaboration between top creators Lim Sang Choon of “Fight for My Way” and director Kim Won Suk of “My Mister.”
Storyline
Spanning from the 1960s on the picturesque Jeju Island to the modern-day of Seoul in 2025, “When Life Gives You Tangerines” follows the love story of Oh Ae Sun’s bold personality and Yang Gwan Sik’s unwavering determination as they navigate life’s ups and downs together through the changing seasons.
“When Life Gives You Tangerines” Cast and Characters
IU as Oh Ae Sun
Oh Ae Sun is a brave and rebellious girl, but she gets nervous whenever she rebels. Even though she is not rich, she remains positive and cheerful. She dreams of becoming a poet, even though she cannot go to school, and she is open about her feelings, never hiding them.
Park Bo Gum as Yang Gwan Sik
Yang Gwan Sik is an unyielding iron man; however, he is also a quiet individual. He excels at sports, business, and tough labor but is not good at romance. Gwan Sik does not know how to react when Ae Sun cries or laughs. However, he loves Ae Sun and gives her all his love.
The drama also features an ensemble cast that brings the characters to life:
- Kim Tae Yeon as young Oh Ae Sun,
- Lee Chun Moo as young Yang Gwan Sik,
- Moon So Ri as adult Oh Ae Sun,
- Park Hae Joon as adult Yang Gwan Sik.
They will show what Oh Ae Sun and Yang Gwan Sik’s childhood was like and depict their adult lives as they face life’s challenges.
Other Cast and Characters
- Na Moon Hee plays Ae Sun’s grandmother, Choon Ok.
- Yeom Hye Ran plays Ae Sun’s mother, Kwang Rye.
- Kim Yong Rim plays Gwan Sik’s grandmother, Mak Cheon.
- Oh Min Ae portrays Gwan Sik’s mother, Gye Ok.
- Choi Dae Hoon plays Sang Gil.
- Jang Hye Jin plays Young Ran.
- Jung Hae Kyun plays Han Mu.
- Oh Jung Se plays Byung Chul.
- Uhm Ji Won plays Min Ok.
Additionally, Oh Ae Sun’s female divers (Haenyeo) groups consist of Cha Mi Kyung, Lee Soo Mi, and Baek Ji Won.
Other supporting cast members with unknown roles include:
- Kang Jung Woo,
- Kim Young Woong,
- Lee Jun Young,
- Lee Mi Do,
- Lee Soo Kyung.
This heartwarming drama will feature Kim Seon Ho, Kim Sung Ryung, and Jeon Han Gil in special cameos.
“When Life Gives You Tangerines” Premiere Date
The Netflix original K-drama series “When Life Gives You Tangerines” will premiere on March 7, 2025, and will air exclusively on Netflix. Additionally, the series will release four episodes each week throughout March:
- March 7 – Episodes 1-4
- March 14 – Episodes 5-8
- March 21 – Episodes 9-12
- March 28 – Episodes 13-16
As Oh Ae Sun and Yang Gwan Sik’s lives intertwine, you’ll see their romance blossom and the challenges they face. This drama will move your heart and keep you hooked with every twist and turn. Get ready for a charming story filled with love, laughter, and the refreshing taste of tangerines!
Watch the official trailer of “When Life Gives You Tangerines” below!
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The first 4 episodes is amazing! Can't wait for upcoming episodes.