The much-anticipated drama Spring of Youth is set to debut on May 6 at 10:40 PM KST, just in time to conclude Korea’s Golden Week celebrations. SBS will kick off the series by airing two back-to-back episodes on May 7, followed by weekly broadcasts every Wednesday. This exciting new drama is directed by Kim Sung-yong, known for his unique visual storytelling in hit series such as Black Sun and Lovers.
Notably, this series marks SBS’s return to the coveted Wednesday drama slot, a time slot that was last utilized before they discontinued the Wednesday-Thursday format post-Secret Boutique in 2019. MBC has also explored this programming strategy with its recent offering, A Good Day to Be a Dog, featuring popular star Cha Eun-woo.
The Storyline of Spring of Youth
Spring of Youth revolves around Sa-gye, a gifted vocalist and guitarist from a leading K-pop band, The Crown, who unexpectedly finds himself out of the band. Faced with the challenges of restarting his life, he enrolls at Hanju University, a choice made by his management that lands him in a new and unpredictable environment.
At university, Sa-gye crosses paths with Kim-bom, a promising music student and the lead vocalist-keyboardist of the band Tusagye. Once aspiring for an Ivy League education, Bom pivoted to music after the loss of her mother, emerging as a talented composer. The two characters’ journeys converge as they explore budding romance and the formation of a new band. However, competition arises from Seo Tae-yang, the acclaimed guitarist from Tusagye, which infuses the narrative with rivalry and emotional depth.
The drama artfully navigates themes of youthful aspiration, romance, and musical passion against the lively backdrop of university life.
Meet the Cast of Spring of Youth
The lineup for Spring of Youth features Ha Yoo-joon, a member of the forthcoming boy group AxMxP, making his acting debut as Sa-gye. He brings the role of the charismatic K-pop star to life with his musical background.
Park Ji-hoo is another notable cast member, earning acclaim for her role in House of Hummingbird, which gained her several awards, including the prestigious Best Actress accolade at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival. Her recent performances in Netflix’s All of Us Are Dead and tvN’s Little Women have further solidified her status in the industry.
Lee Seung-hyub, the leader of N.Flying, is set to showcase his diverse talents in this series. In addition to being a main rapper and vocalist, Lee is also a budding solo artist under the alias J.Don. His previous acting credits include appearances in Best Chicken and Shooting Stars, and in 2024, he captivated audiences with his portrayal in Lovely Runner, earning a Best New Actor nomination at the APAN Star Awards.
Don’t miss the premiere of Spring of Youth on May 6, 2025, as it promises to be a heartfelt exploration of music, love, and the challenges of youth.