The much-anticipated series When Life Gives You Tangerines, starring IU and Park Bo-gum, has released its main trailer, giving viewers a look into the vibrant world of Ae-sun and Gwan-sik. Spanning from Jeju in the 1960s to Seoul in 2025, their journey through life’s ups and downs promises a heartwarming, relatable, and emotional drama.
The trailer beautifully captures the changing seasons of life while also highlighting the duo’s palpable chemistry. IU’s portrayal of Ae-sun, a dream-filled literary girl, showcases her spirited and aspirational nature, while Park Bo-gum brings Gwan-sik to life as a devoted man who faces challenges with determination and grace. The series also features Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon as the older Ae-sun and Gwan-sik respectively, navigating the more mature chapters of their lives with resilience and strength.
As the years go by, viewers will witness Ae-sun’s transformation from her youthful days into a spirited rebel, alongside the evolution of her relationship with Gwan-sik — a journey hinted at in the newly released character stills.
These stills also highlight the diverse individuals who shape Ae-sun and Gwan-sik’s journey, including Kim Yong-lim as Mak-cheon and Na Moon-hee as Chun-ok. Yeom Hye-ran and Oh Min-ae portray Ae-sun and Gwan-sik’s mothers, while Choi Dae-hoon and Chang Hyae-jin add excitement as Sang-gil and Yeong-ran. Cha Mi-kyeong, Lee Soo-mi, and Baik Ji-won bring warmth as Chung-su, Yang-im, and Gyeong-ja. Cheong Hae-kyun, Oh Jung-se, and Uhm Ji-won round out the talented cast, each adding their unique touch to this vibrant and heartfelt story of life.
When Life Gives You Tangerines premieres on 7 March, only on Netflix.
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