Love in the Big City is an upcoming K-drama series adapted from the novel series of the same title by Park Sang Young. The show will feature stories in the lives of various people as they navigate true love and relationships. Nam Yoon Su stars as the lead along with the others.
On October 20, 2024, the production team of Love in the Big City released several clips featuring Nam Yoon Su and the rest of the show's cast. Clips for each episode have been released, giving a preview ahead of its premiere. In episodes 1 and 2, Go Young is depicted living a clumsy yet sweet love story in his 20s.
He reflects on how tough life is in the city, saying that even though many people gather, finding true love is hard. During this time, he meets his first love, Kim Nam Gyu, and builds a strong friendship with Mi Ae. In episodes 3 and 4, Go Young's second love, Noh Young Soo, enters the scene, and Go Young notices how naturally their conversation flows.
However, his joy is interrupted when he learns that his mother has cancer. Episodes 5 and 6 depict his relationship with Gyu Ho, a bartender, as they navigate the ups and downs of love. In the final episode, Go Young, who has now distanced himself from Gyu Ho, meets William Habibi, who helps his rekindle her passion for life.
The plot follows the daring journey of two roommates: a gay man, Go Yeong, and a straight woman, Mi Ae. From Mi Ae's perspective, we witness Go Yeong's awkward yet heartwarming love story interwoven with moments of laughter, tears, and deep hurt caused by societal judgment. His mother, who denies his sexuality, adds another layer of emotional conflict.
Go Yeong finally feels a unique and pure love with Gyu Ho, but circumstances force him to let him go. After Gyu Ho's departure, Go Yeong travels to Thailand with a stranger, spending a reflective rainy season vacation. As he recalls his irreplaceable past memories, he finally achieves complete personal growth.
The cast includes Nam Yoon Su, Lee Soo Kyung, Jin Ho Eun, Oh Hyun Kyung, Lee Se Hee, Kwon Hyuk, Lee Hyun So, and others. The series consists of four directors: Hur Jin Ho, Hong Ji Young, Son Tae Gyum, and Kim Se In, who will each be in charge of directing two episodes. It is scheduled for 8 episodes and will be released on October 21, 2024.
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