The highly anticipated K-Drama When Life Gives You Tangerines has made a strong debut, quickly gaining traction on Netflix. Starring IU and Park Bo Gum, alongside Moon Sori and Park Hae Joon, the series premiered on March 7 and is already proving to be a hit internationally.
Written by Lim Sang Choon and directed by Kim Won Seok, the show is set in 1950s Jeju and follows the lives of Ae Soon, a spirited and rebellious woman, and Gwan Sik, a steadfast man who faces life’s challenges head-on. Through their journey, the story paints a nostalgic picture of past generations, reflecting on the youthful days of parents and grandparents, from first loves to cherished memories.
The Korean title, 폭싹 속았수다, is a phrase in Jeju dialect that translates to “Thank you for your hard work.”
The series has already achieved remarkable success on Netflix, topping the charts in multiple countries after just one day of release. It secured the #1 spot in South Korea, Indonesia, Hong Kong, and Singapore. It also ranked #2 in the Philippines and Taiwan, #3 in Vietnam, Thailand, and Japan, #5 in Malaysia, and even made it to #9 in India.
With such impressive rankings, When Life Gives You Tangerines is shaping up to be a must-watch K-Drama, capturing the hearts of audiences across Asia. The combination of a heartfelt story, nostalgic themes, and the star power of IU and Park Bo Gum is proving to be a winning formula. Fans are eager to see how the story unfolds in the coming weeks and if the show can maintain its strong momentum.