IU and Park Bo-gum are bringing a deeply relatable and heartfelt story to audiences with their upcoming Netflix series When Life Gives You Tangerines (Bokssoak Sokkatsuda).
On March 7, the production team revealed key aspects that make this drama a must-watch, including its realistic storytelling, powerful performances, and immersive production design.
🎭 A Story Full of Life
Written by Im Sang-choon (When the Camellia Blooms, Fight for My Way), When Life Gives You Tangerines captures the ups and downs of life in a unique and touching way.
The series follows its protagonists from their teenage years into adulthood, portraying love, growth, and the struggles of different generations with a deeply human touch.
🎬 A Star-Studded Cast & Powerful Directing
Directed by Kim Won-seok, known for his keen eye for character-driven storytelling, the drama highlights the journey of two completely different people:
💜 IU as Ae-soon – A feisty and rebellious young woman with big dreams
💙 Park Bo-gum as Gwan-sik – A loyal and sincere young man with a strong moral compass
Their older versions are played by Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon, adding depth and authenticity to their characters' later years.
The ensemble cast is equally impressive, featuring Kim Yong-rim, Na Moon-hee, Yum Hye-ran, Jang Hye-jin, Oh Jung-se, and Uhm Ji-won, each adding their own charm and realism to the story.
🌏 A Visually Stunning Period Drama
Spanning from the 1960s to 2025, When Life Gives You Tangerines meticulously recreates the past, making the passage of time a central theme.
Director Kim Won-seok emphasized:
"In this drama, time itself is the true villain. The more accurately we depict each era, the more the audience will relate to the characters' struggles."
Art director Ryu Seong-hee crafted a vivid recreation of old Jeju markets, fields of yellow rapeseed flowers, and vintage Seoul landscapes, enhancing the historical depth and emotional immersion.
📅 Premiere & Release Details
Set in a coastal village in Jeju, When Life Gives You Tangerines is a historical drama infused with warmth and nostalgia.
🎬 March 7 – The first four episodes premiere exclusively on Netflix.
[Photo Credit: Netflix]
