The highly acclaimed drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, featuring talented stars IU and Park Bo-gum, has captured the hearts of viewers. Since its conclusion on March 28, the show has continued to garner enthusiastic support from fans and South Korean celebrities alike.
On March 29, ITZY member Chaeryeong shared her love for the series through an Instagram post. She is among a notable list of celebrities expressing admiration for the drama, including BTS member j-hope and Byeon Woo-seok, the star of Lovely Runner.
Celebrity Endorsements for When Life Gives You Tangerines
An account on X, @/_geums8, highlighted several celebrities who praised the series, demonstrating its widespread popularity across the entertainment industry. From seasoned performers to emerging idols, the show has received commendations from a diverse array of voices.
NCT’s Doyoung revealed in a Bubble update that he was tuning into the drama. Meanwhile, Chaeryeong shared a candid moment during her Instagram story on March 29, noting, “I cried a lot, will I be able to open my eyes tomorrow?”accompanied by an image featuring several used tissues.
During an online live broadcast, BTS’s j-hope confirmed he would be watching the series, while Kim Se-jeong from Business Proposal expressed her interest in a Weverse post. Furthermore, Byeon Woo-seok revealed that, despite typically not being an emotional viewer, he found himself in tears after watching the first episode of When Life Gives You Tangerines.
The wave of enthusiasm extended to a multitude of celebrities, including actor Kang Ha-neul, MEOVV’s Narin, NCT’s Haechan, actor Kwak Dong-yeon, SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi, singer Yoon Jung-shin, FIESTAR’s Hyemi, THE BOYZ’s Haknyeon, and TWICE’s Jeongyeon, all of whom have shared their appreciation for the show.
Overview of When Life Gives You Tangerines
When Life Gives You Tangerines narrates the poignant story of Ae-sun and Gwan-shik, who navigate the trials of young love while embarking on life’s adventures. As their relationship blossoms, they encounter various challenges and milestones, imparting essential life lessons along the way. The series also delves into the lives of their children, particularly focusing on their daughter, Geum-myeong.
IU plays the dual roles of young Ae-sun and older Geum-myeong, while Park Bo-gum portrays young Gwan-shik. The cast also features Moon So-ri as the older Ae-sun and Park Hae-joon depicting the older Gwan-shik. Directed by Kim Won-suk, known for his successful projects such as My Mister and Misaeng, the series is penned by acclaimed writer Im Sang-choon, renowned for When the Camellia Blooms and Fight For My Way.