IU, Park Bo-gum’s ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ premieres 7 March

Korean stars IU and Park Bo-gum lead the emotional new K-drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, exploring life and love.

When Life Gives You Tangerines, premiering on Netflix on 7 March, offers a heartfelt journey through life's seasons. Directed by Kim Won-suk (Misaeng, My Mister) and written by Lim Sang-choon (When the Camellia Blooms), the series stars IU and Park Bo-gum as Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, navigating their lives on Jeju Island.

The recently released trailer and key art showcase Jeju's scenic beauty and the pair’s dynamic, highlighting tender moments, playful arguments, and vibrant canola fields.

The drama follows Ae-sun, a rebellious yet nervous young woman with a positive outlook on life, who dreams of becoming a poet despite not attending school. Bold and emotionally expressive, she navigates life with passion.

In contrast, Gwan-sik is diligent, quiet, and lacks confidence in romance. Though unsure how to react to Ae-sun’s emotions, he is a devoted, silent lover, wholly dedicated to her from the start.

With its stellar cast and authentic storytelling, the much-anticipated drama promises warmth and relatability, reflecting the different stages of life.

Park Bo-gum is known for his roles in hit dramas Love in the Moonlight, Record of Youth, and Reply 1988, while IU has earned acclaim for her iconic performances in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, Hotel del Luna, and My Mister.