Yes, you read that right—Hwang In Youp and Hyeri are officially confirmed to star in the upcoming K-drama To You (literal translation), and it’s exactly what you think it will be. A rom-com with all the usual emotional baggage, unresolved dreams, and maybe just enough charm to make you smile, or at least raise an eyebrow.
Written by Jung Eun Bi—yes, the same genius behind Goblin and Doom at Your Service—To You centers on the reunion of two characters whose pasts are tangled in both passion and disappointment.
The plot? Genius film director Woo Soo Bin, played by Hwang In Youp, returns to South Korea after achieving everything he dreamed of, only to find Joo Yi Jae, a reporter played by Hyeri, who is stuck in a life full of regrets. Together, they revisit an old, unfinished film project, all while attempting to rewrite their own untold love story.
Hwang In Youp: A Filmmaker With a Dream, But Is It a Love Story?
Let’s start with the one and only Hwang In Youp, who plays Woo Soo Bin. He’s not your average dreamy leading man. Woo Soo Bin is a film director who got out of the cage his parents built for him, lived through a rebellious, slightly pretentious youth, and became an internationally acclaimed filmmaker. But sure, now he’s back in South Korea, ready to reunite with Joo Yi Jae—the woman who “represents” his true dream. No pressure, right?
Hwang In Youp is already getting cozy with the role, sharing his excitement: “I am happy and excited to show a new side of myself through the role of Woo Soo Bin. I am working hard with director Yoo Seon Dong, writer Jung Eun Bi, and many fellow actors to bring audiences a great production, so I ask for your great interest.” Right, we get it—he’s working hard.
But honestly, the real draw here is the much-anticipated Hwang In Youp And Hyeri chemistry. He’s clearly trying to hype it up: “I also hope you will look forward to the new synergy and chemistry between Hyeri and me.”
Hyeri’s Character: A Reporter With a Heart Full of Regrets
Now, Hyeri takes on the role of Joo Yi Jae—a reporter who should technically have everything going for her. She’s talented, witty, and knows how to charm an audience. But here’s the catch: while Woo Soo Bin is living his dream, Joo Yi Jae is stuck, having long forgotten the dream she once had. Her twenties were filled with setbacks, and now that she’s in her thirties, she’s settled into a life of mediocrity—like most of us, really. But, as the plot goes, Woo Soo Bin’s return shakes her world, forcing her to confront the one thing she tried to bury: their shared dream of filmmaking.
Hyeri couldn’t be more excited about the role, saying, “I believe I will be able to show many different sides of myself through the role of Joo Yi Jae. I am preparing with excitement, so please look forward to it.” We’re hoping for more than just the innocent girl next door vibe she often brings—because this character, let’s face it, seems a little more complex than that.
The Dream of Love That Never Was: To You
So, what exactly is going to happen between Woo Soo Bin and Joo Yi Jae? Will they rekindle the long-lost passion for filmmaking they once shared? Or will they fall into a love story that’s as tragic as their past? Either way, if you’re in the mood for a familiar plotline filled with unresolved dreams and possibly some heartache, then To You, K-drama is one to watch out for.
To You is slated to premiere sometime in 2026, so there’s a lot of time to wait—but don’t worry, we’re sure the Hwang In Youp and Hyeri dynamic will keep us all on our toes. Stay tuned for more updates, unless, of course, you’d rather just pretend it’s all been done before.
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