JTBC is set to deliver a heartwarming new Friday drama this fall with My Youth (마이 유스), premiering on September 5. Starring Song Joong Ki and Chun Woo Hee, the series tells an emotional tale of rekindled first love and rediscovering oneself after time has passed. The drama is written by Park Si Hyun (Run On) and directed by Lee Sang Yeob (Yumi’s Cells, Familiar Wife), raising expectations for its delicate storytelling and emotional depth.
■ Plot: A Reunion That Awakens Forgotten Pieces of the Self
My Youth (마이 유스) follows the story of Sun Woo Hae (played by Song Joong Ki), a former child star who burned out too early, and Sung Jae Yeon (played by Chun Woo Hee), his straightforward first love who now works as a manager.
After leading a quiet life as a florist, Woo Hae unexpectedly crosses paths with Jae Yeon again—disrupting the fragile peace he’s built. As their memories and emotions from long ago resurface, the two begin a journey to retrieve the lost fragments of who they once were.
■ Cast Highlights: Song Joong Ki and Chun Woo Hee Lead a Stellar Ensemble
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Song Joong Ki plays Sun Woo Hae, a man who once lit up screens as a child actor but now leads a humble life as a florist. Wounded by past experiences, he’s learned to survive quietly—until his first love returns to shake things up.
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Chun Woo Hee stars as Sung Jae Yeon, a bold, bulldozer-like manager who doesn’t hesitate to speak her mind. She stumbles back into Woo Hae’s life and is forced to confront the feelings she thought she had forgotten.
Their delicate synergy during the script reading reportedly drew praise for its nuanced depiction of a love that never quite faded.
■ Supporting Characters Add Rich Layers to the Story
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Lee Joo Myung plays Mo Tae Rin, a quirky former child actor with a bold personality. Her complex dynamic with Jae Yeon and memories of a one-sided first love bring both charm and tension to the narrative.
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Seo Ji Hoon portrays Kim Seok Joo, Woo Hae’s newly found brother and Tae Rin’s love interest, adding to the intricate web of emotions.
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Jin Kyung appears as Kim Pil Doo, the powerful CEO of a top entertainment agency and Seok Joo’s mother, bringing gravitas and conflict to the table.
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Jo Han Chul plays Sun Woo Chan, Woo Hae’s romantic, immature father and a former poet.
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Yoon Byung Hee joins as Lee Geon No, Woo Hae’s loyal childhood friend, and
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Lee Bong Ryun rounds out the cast as Bang Han Na, an enthusiastic management team leader known for her grounded realism.
■ A Drama About Blooming Again After the Season Has Passed
The production team described My Youth (마이 유스) as “a story about people who find new beginnings in places they thought were long abandoned.” With a top-tier cast and a creative team known for subtle, emotionally resonant storytelling, the series is expected to resonate with viewers looking for warmth and nostalgia.
📺 Premiere Details
JTBC’s My Youth (마이 유스) premieres on Friday, September 5, at 10 p.m. KST.
This fall, get ready to revisit the pieces of yourself you thought were forgotten—through the bittersweet journey of My Youth (마이 유스).
