U+tv’s upcoming original drama “Love Phobia” has released its first stills featuring Yeonwoo, offering an early look at her transformation into a complex and emotionally guarded character.
“Love Phobia” follows the story of Han Sun Ho (Kim Hyun Jin), a romance novelist deeply attuned to his emotions, and Yoon Bi Ah (Yeonwoo), the emotionally detached CEO of an AI-powered dating app. Despite their starkly different approaches to love and human connection, the two gradually come to understand one another after their paths cross, embarking on a journey toward emotional healing and genuine intimacy. The drama is written by Lee Se Ryeong of “Home for Summer” and directed by Wang Hye Ryung, known for her distinct visual style in works such as “The Deal,” “Seasons of Blossom,” and “Let Me Off the Earth.”
Yeonwoo portrays Yoon Bi Ah, a successful CEO burdened by a traumatic past that prevents her from staying around others for more than an hour at a time. Having lived in isolation for years, she partners with her only trusted friend, Jae Hee, to develop a generative AI dating application. While she presents herself as cold, composed, and highly rational, Bi Ah conceals deep emotional scars beneath her polished exterior. Her unexpected encounter with Han Sun Ho, whose warmth and emotional openness stand in sharp contrast to her own nature, begins to disrupt the carefully controlled world she has built.
The newly unveiled stills capture Yoon Bi Ah’s duality. With a sharp bob haircut and impeccably tailored suits, she exudes authority and professionalism as a capable CEO. Her confident posture and distant gaze heighten anticipation for a character defined by intelligence, restraint, and elegance.
In contrast, another still shows Yoon Bi Ah visibly shaken, hinting at a vulnerable side rarely seen by others. This glimpse into her emotional fragility raises curiosity about the events that trigger such reactions, as well as how Yeonwoo will navigate the layered psychological depth of the role.
“Love Phobia” is scheduled to premiere on February 19 at 11 p.m. KST.
