When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025)

When Life Gives You Tangerines is a 2025 South Korean television series that delicately weaves the story of young love, growth, and endurance on the beautiful island of Jeju. Set against the region’s picturesque landscapes and rich cultural backdrop, the series follows the intertwined lives of a spirited girl named Oh Ae-sun and a steadfast boy named Yang Gwan-sik as they navigate the highs and lows of their youth and adulthood.

Created by Kim Won-seok, this heartfelt drama captures the essence of enduring love and the complexities of life through the decades. With a narrative that spans generations, viewers witness how Ae-sun and Gwan-sik’s youthful romance blossoms into a lifelong journey filled with setbacks, heartbreaks, and small victories, reminding audiences that love can indeed endure across time.

Leading the cast is IU in the role of young Oh Ae-sun, delivering a performance rich in emotion and charm. Park Bo-gum stars as Yang Gwan-sik, portraying the character’s unwavering loyalty and warmth. The older versions of the characters are played by Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon, offering depth and continuity to the characters’ development. Supporting performances from Rich Ting, Jolene Kim, Steven Lim, and Kang You-seok enhance the storytelling with memorable side characters and moments.

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