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On October 18, 2024, the Love in the Big City production team released the main trailer and four additional previews for the eight-episode drama. They have also unveiled eight posters that provide a deeper look into the story.
Fans express their excitement ahead of the October 21 premiere. One fan comments on X,
"My heart already hurts 😭 I don't think I'm ready 😭"
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Based on Park Sang Young's bestselling novel, this romance drama centers on Go Young, a writer who faces the complexities of life and love. Nam Yoon-su stars as the lead, portraying Go Young with complexity and presence. The newly released sneak peeks of Love in the Big City have heightened fans' anticipation for the series.
"This will break and heal me and I'm so FREAKING ready ✨✨✨✨✨" shares an excited audience.
"oh I'll bawl my eyes out for sure" posts another fan.
"They finally showed alittle bit of the "lantern scene" and guys know that this will go down as one of the most UNFORGETTABLE ending in history of BL / queer drama of all time." another eager fan has posted.
One fan shares their thoughts on the drama's plot.
"Idk what direction the show will take but as someone who read and enjoyed the novel, I do need to warn you that it’s more of queer fiction than a romance; it follows the life of a gay Korean man + covers his various relationships (romantic & platonic). Some of them" conveys a fan.
However, fans are divided over the decision to release all episodes of the drama at once.
"Given how some actors and production have to deal with drama, backlashes, and attacks, I'm glad everything will be released at once so they can move on before fans gets out of hand. Not everything is about creating a fanbase. Sometimes, it's just telling a story." shares a X user.
"I'm so excited to watch this! But I feel like dropping all the episodes at once is such a poor move for engagement and getting people interested in watching 😭 but I still hope it's successful. I can't wait!" another audience voices their opinion.
A fan, recalling the negative reaction to the previous teaser, emphasizes,
"This series should definitely get the recognition it deserves and the cast deserve a whole 3 business days standing ovation from the viewers tbvh! Bcz oh my god!!! They literally risked their whole career for this😭🧎🏻♀️🙌🏻" this fan points out.
Love in the Big City trailer: Go Young’s emotional journey through love, heartbreak, and self-discovery
The newly released Love in the Big City trailer opens with Mi Ae (Lee Soo Kyung) asking her close friend Go Young (Nam Yoon-su) about his love life.
The scenes quickly shift to Go Young encountering several love interests, including Nam Gyu (Kwon Hyuk), Young Soo (Na Hyun Woo), and Gyu Ho (Jin Ho Eun). From moments of romantic excitement to painful heartbreak, Go Young’s journey through love is laid bare. He expresses his disbelief in the idea of undying love.
"I thought believing in eternal love in this world is foolish." He declares.
A pivotal moment occurs when Go Young tells his mother (Oh Hyun Kyung) that he wants to introduce her to "someone very important," hinting at a significant step in his relationship. Go Young admits to his mother that he’s in love, leaving her confused.
The trailer highlights Go Young’s deepening relationship with another man as the couple faces challenges that test their bond. Supporting characters like his friend Mi Ae and his roommate are shown, appearing to be aware of his sexuality. The clip ends with a poignant moment as the final shot sees Go Young questioning a partner if they believe in undying love, emphasizing the show’s exploration of love’s complexities.
The preview for episodes 1 and 2 centers on Nam Yoon-su's character, Go Young, as he spends time with Lee Soo Kyung's character Mi Rae, highlighting their relationship.
Love in the Big City's episodes 3 and 4, Go Young meets Na Hyun-woo's character Yeong Su, and they gradually develop a bond. In this episode Go Young also learns that his mother has cancer and has been admitted to the hospital.
Preview of episodes 5 and 6 of Love in the Big City focuses on Go Young's first meeting with Gyu Ho, portrayed by Jin Ho Eun. It showcases their growing relationship filled with sweet moments leading to heartbreak.
In episodes 7 and 8 previews, Go Young takes a trip with the characters of Byun Jun Seo. He meets Lee Hyun So's character there, and they have a lively time together. The preview concludes with a poignant moment of Go Young and Gyu Ho watching floating lanterns together.
Plot overview of Love in the Big City: An exploration of identity, heartbreak, and transformation
The plot of Love in the Big City follows two roommates: Go Yeong, a gay man, and Mi Ae, a straight woman. Go Yeong’s journey is filled with laughter, tears, and deep emotional wounds. These scars stem from Go Yeong’s struggle with societal judgment and the pain of having a mother in denial about his sexuality.
Go Yeong's emotional journey leads him to Gyu Ho, with whom he finds a rare and pure love. However, circumstances force him to part ways with Gyu Ho, leaving Go Yeong devastated. In the aftermath, he follows a stranger to Thailand, where he spends a late monsoon vacation, reflecting on the past.
During this time, he revisits memories of the “good old days,” realizing they are forever gone. This period of reflection ultimately leads Go Yeong to personal growth and self-acceptance.
The narrative of Love in the Big City explores themes of love, identity, and societal pressure. It captures Go Yeong’s path to understanding relationships and personal development.
The cast features Nam Yoon-su, Lee Soo-kyung, Jin Ho-eun, Oh Hyun-kyung, Lee Se-hee, Kwon Hyuk, Lee Hyun-so, and more. The series is helmed by four directors: Hur Jin-ho, Hong Ji-young, Son Tae-gyum, and Kim Se-in, each directing two episodes.
Love in the Big City has eight episodes. All episodes will be released at once on November 21, 2024. The drama will be available to stream on Viki.
