Yoo Je-won, the acclaimed director behind the upcoming TvN series 'Love, Take Two,' announced that while his latest drama explores the full spectrum of human relationships—an area where he has consistently excelled—it places particular emphasis on the profound bond between mothers and daughters.
Given Yoo's impressive track record of creating warm and emotionally resonant television hits, including the beloved 'Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha,' the critically acclaimed 'Crash Course in Romance,' and the popular 'Love Next Door,' anticipation has reached fever pitch among Korean drama enthusiasts who are eagerly awaiting another heartfelt and compelling story from the renowned director.
The new drama centers around a mother-daughter duo who makes the life-changing decision to relocate from their urban environment to a picturesque countryside village, where their fresh start becomes unexpectedly intertwined with the lives of a crucial father-son pair. In a remarkable twist of destiny, the father figure, Jeong-seok, is revealed to be the long-lost first love of the mother, Ji-an, who is portrayed by the talented actress Yum Jung-ah.
'It is a very interesting drama with many stories of growth, not just in romance but in all relationships,' Yoo explained during a comprehensive press conference held in Seoul. The director elaborated that the narrative skillfully juxtaposes the mature, rekindled romance between the middle-aged couple with the fresh, budding love story developing between their respective children, creating a multi-generational exploration of love and relationships.
The series is already generating substantial buzz throughout the entertainment industry, largely attributed to its exceptional casting choices. Park Hae-joon, who captured audiences' hearts with his memorable portrayal of Gwan-sik in Netflix's phenomenally successful series 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' takes on the challenging role of the male lead, Jeong-seok. During the press event, both Park and Yum expressed their profound trust and confidence in director Yoo Je-won, stating that his previous acclaimed work gave them tremendous excitement and assurance about the project's potential success.
Park provided detailed insights into his character during the press conference, describing Jeong-seok as a sensitive architect with a complex emotional landscape. 'He is basically a kind-hearted man, much like Gwan-sik in 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,'' Park explained. 'But unlike Gwan-sik, who is devoted to one person his entire life, Jeong-seok is someone who will slowly open his heart' to new possibilities and relationships.
The actor also shared his personal connection to the project, revealing, 'On a personal level, I really wanted to do a healing, warm-hearted project like this. It felt like something I needed' at this point in his career. This sentiment reflects the therapeutic and uplifting nature that the drama promises to deliver to its viewers.
Yum Jung-ah, who is a mother of two children in real life, spoke candidly about her deep personal connection to her role as a single mother in the series. She described finding the character 'deeply personal,' and admitted that portraying this role often left her 'quite emotional' during filming sessions. This authentic emotional investment from the lead actress suggests a powerful and genuine performance that audiences can anticipate.
The highly anticipated drama 'Love, Take Two' is scheduled to make its official premiere on Monday, marking the beginning of what promises to be an engaging television experience. The complete series consists of 12 carefully crafted episodes that will air on the popular TvN network at 8:50 p.m. every Monday and Tuesday, providing viewers with a consistent weekly dose of heartwarming entertainment. Additionally, for those who prefer streaming options, all episodes will be simultaneously available on the digital streaming platform Tving, ensuring accessibility for a broader audience.
The series represents another addition to Yoo Je-won's growing portfolio of relationship-focused dramas that have consistently resonated with audiences both domestically and internationally. His ability to weave together multiple narrative threads while maintaining focus on authentic human connections has become his signature storytelling approach, and 'Love, Take Two' appears to continue this successful formula while exploring new dimensions of family dynamics and second chances at love.
