You Are My Spring
2021 South Korean fantasy television series
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You Are My Spring (Korean: 너는 나의 봄; RR: Neoneun naui bom) is a 2021 South Korean television series directed by Jung Ji-hyun and starring Seo Hyun-jin, Kim Dong-wook, Yoon Park, and Nam Gyu-ri.[1] The series follows the three main characters who come to deal with their interconnected childhood traumas.[2][3] It premiered on TVN on July 5, 2021, and aired every Monday and Tuesday at 21:00 (KST) for 16 episodes.[4] It is available worldwide for streaming on Netflix.[5]
| You Are My Spring | |
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Promotional poster | |
| Hangul | 너는 나의 봄 |
| RR | Neoneun naui bom |
| MR | Nŏnŭn naŭi pom |
| Genre | |
| Created by | Kim Je-hyeon (tvN) |
| Developed by | Studio Dragon |
| Written by | Lee Mi-na |
| Directed by | Jung Ji-hyun |
| Starring | |
| Composer | Lim Ha-Young |
| Country of origin | South Korea |
| Original language | Korean |
| No. of episodes | 16 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Kim Seon-tae |
| Producers |
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| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 70 minutes |
| Production company | Hwa&Dam Pictures |
| Original release | |
| Network | TVN |
| Release | July 5 – August 24, 2021 |
Synopsis
The series focuses on three characters dealing with interconnected childhood traumas. Kang Da-jung (Seo Hyun-jin), a hotel concierge manager with a history of bad relationships, moves to the rooftop of a new building for a fresh start. Joo Young-do (Kim Dong-wook) is a psychiatrist who does his best to help people live. Chae-joon (Yoon Park) pursues Da-jung after he finally finds her again. Ahn Ga-young (Nam Gyu-ri) is an actress recovering from depression who does not know how to deal with romantic relationships.
Cast
Main
- Seo Hyun-jin as Kang Da-jung[6]
- 34 years old, A hotel concierge manager, and a resident on the rooftop floor of the Gugu building.
- Ok Ye-rin as young Kang Da-jung
- Kim Dong-wook as Joo Young-do[7]
- Choi Yoon-jae as young Joo Young-do[8]
- A psychiatrist who wants to make people live.
- Yoon Park as Chae Joon/Dr. Ian Chase
- Choi Min-young as Young Chae Joon
- The CEO of an investment company, he has a one-sided crush on Kang Da-jeong
- Nam Gyu-ri as Ahn Ga-yeong
- An actress who is afraid to love due to a bad experience.
Supporting
People around Kang Da-jeong
- Oh Hyun-kyung as Mun Mi-ran
- The mother of Kang Da-jeong. She runs a pizza shop.[9]
- Kang Hoon as Kang Tae-jung
- Kang Da-jung's younger brother, a handsome bartender who attracts female customers with his pleasant shape and a sentimental attitude[10]
- Park Ye-ni as Heo Yoo-kyung
- Kang Da-jeong's fellow hotelier who speaks English fluently as a result of attending an international school. She is a kind woman with an honest, playful and friendly personality[11]
- Kim Ye-won as Park Eun-ha
- Kang Da-jeong's close friend and a cafe owner.[12]
- Han Min as Park Chul-do[13]
- Kang Da-jeong's close friend and the twin brother of Park Eun-ha.
- Park Jong-wook as Jung-bin
- Hotel concierge manager and Kang Da-jeong's assistant[14]
- Jang Seong-hoon as Secretary Chu
- Handsome secretary for hotel VIP guests[15]
People around Joo Yeong-do
- Baek Hyun-joo as Oh Mi-kyung
- She works as a nurse.[16]
- Lee Hae-Young as Go Jin-bok
- The detective team leader of the 3rd strong team of the Pungji Police Station.[9]
- Yoon Ji-on as Park Ho
- The youngest detective in Team 3 at Pungji Police Station.[17]
- Kim Seo-kyung as Cheon Seung-won
- A self-proclaimed genius entertainment producer and the best friend of Joo Young-do.[18]
- Ji Seung-hyun as Seo Ha-neul
- A veterinarian who runs the animal hospital in Gugu Building, Joo Yeong-do's friend and has a warm and kind appearance.[19]
People around Ahn Ga-young
- Park Sang-nam as Patrick / Ryu Seok-jun
- A member of the third biggest boy group in Korea called Cayman who was Ahn Ga-young's fan even before he debuted[20]
- Hwang Seung-eon as Jin-ho
- A former boxer and fitness trainer who is in charge of Ahn Ga-young's training. She enjoys making people stronger.[21]
Others
- Yoon Sang-jeong as Min Ah-ri, a professional part-time worker in a café.[22]
- Nam Mi-jung as Shaman (Ep.2)
- Kim Nam-hee as Actor (Ep.9–10)[23]
- Go Geon-han as Jun-ho, Eun-ha's ex-boyfriend (Ep.9)
Production
Casting
On September 14, 2020, Seo Hyun-jin was confirmed to play the main lead in You Are My Spring as Kang Da-jung, a hotel concierge.[24] On December 31, it was reported that Kim Dong-wook was reviewing the offer to play as male lead in the drama opposite Seo Hyun-jin.[25] In the second week of January 2021, Seo Hyun-jin, Kim Dong-wook, Yoon Park and Nam Gyu-ri were confirmed as main casts of the drama.[26]
Filming
Principal photography began in early February 2021, in Suamgol, Cheongju.[27]
Original soundtrack
| You Are My Spring | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Various Artists | |
| Released | 2021 |
| Genre | Soundtrack |
| Language | |
| Label |
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Part 1
Part 2
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Because I'm You" (난 너여서) | Hamelli | Jeong Gu-hyun | Seol Ho-seung (SURL) | 3:45 |
| 2. | "Because I'm You" (Inst.) | 3:45 |
Part 3
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Still Wonder" | Naiv | Ki-duk (9duck) | Ha Hyun-sang | 2:42 |
| 2. | "Still Wonder" (Inst.) | Ki-duk (9duck) | 2:42 |
Part 4
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "A Butterfly Flew Away" (나비가 날았습니다) | Park Chung-hak | Oh Dong-joon | Kim Min-seok (MeloMance) | 4:16 |
| 2. | "A Butterfly Flew Away" (Inst.) | Oh Dong-joon | 4:16 |
Part 5
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Peacock (落花)" (낙화 (落花)) | Ki-duk (9duck) | Ki-duk (9duck) | Yang Da-il | 3:35 |
| 2. | "Peacock (落花)" (Inst.) | Ki-duk (9duck) | 3:35 |
Part 6
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Me So Bad" | OV, Ayul, Jeina Choi | OV, Ayul, Jeina Choi | Yoari | 3:33 |
| 2. | "Me So Bad" (Inst.) | OV, Ayul, Jeina Choi | 3:33 |
Part 7
Part 8
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Cliche" | Oh Dong-jun | Oh Dong-jun | Kwon Soon-kwan | 4:38 |
| 2. | "Cliche" (Inst.) | 4:38 |
Part 9
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Artist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nakhwa (Dajeongi Ver.)" (낙화 (다정이 Ver.)) | Ki-duk (9duck) | Ki-duk (9duck) | Seo Hyun-jin | 3:48 |
| 2. | "Nakhwa" (Inst.) | 3:48 |
Release
Viewership
| Season | Episode number | Average | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | |||
| 1 | 707 | 721 | 615 | 642 | 463 | 554 | 497 | 500 | 453 | 490 | 445 | 419 | 415 | 393 | 390 | 520 | 514 | |
| Ep. | Original broadcast date | Average audience share (Nielsen Korea)[37][38] | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nationwide | Seoul | ||
| 1 | July 5, 2021 | 3.390% (1st) | 3.560% (2nd) |
| 2 | July 6, 2021 | 2.958% (1st) | 2.961% (2nd) |
| 3 | July 12, 2021 | 2.665% (1st) | 2.702% (2nd) |
| 4 | July 13, 2021 | 3.065% (1st) | 3.620% (1st) |
| 5 | July 19, 2021 | 2.120% (1st) | 2.064% (2nd) |
| 6 | July 20, 2021 | 2.373% (2nd) | 2.638% (2nd) |
| 7 | July 26, 2021 | 2.068% (1st) | 2.340% (2nd) |
| 8 | July 27, 2021 | 1.989% (3rd) | 2.141% 2nd) |
| 9 | August 2, 2021 | 1.941% (1st) | 2.162% (1st) |
| 10 | August 3, 2021 | 2.372% (2nd) | 2.540% (1st) |
| 11 | August 9, 2021 | 1.940% (1st) | 2.084% (1st) |
| 12 | August 10, 2021 | 2.014% (2nd) | 2.350% (2nd) |
| 13 | August 16, 2021 | 1.860% (5th) | 1.782% (7th) |
| 14 | August 17, 2021 | 1.916% (3rd) | 1.863% (6th) |
| 15 | August 23, 2021 | 1.767% (8th) | 1.917% (5th) |
| 16 | August 24, 2021 | 2.387% (5th) | 2.438% (3rd) |
| Average | 2.301% | 2.447% | |
