Song Joong-ki and Jeon Yeo-been's 'My Youth' Heats Up with a Nostalgic Reunion

JTBC's Friday-Saturday drama 'My Youth' is receiving rave reviews just two episodes in, captivating viewers with its poignant first love reunion narrative. Director Lee Sang-yeop's confident prediction that viewers would experience both heartwarming smiles and touching moments is proving true.

The reunion of Sun-woo-hae (Song Joong-ki) and Sung Je-yeon (Jeon Yeo-been), who were each other's 'light' and 'first love,' after 15 years has filled the audience's hearts with a fluttering excitement. The delicate direction by Lee Sang-yeop, which perfectly captured the flow of emotions, and the witty, deeply resonant dialogues by writer Park Si-hyun have delivered a mature and emotionally rich romance long awaited by viewers.

Crucially, the detailed and emotional performances by Song Joong-ki and Jeon Yeo-been have instantly drawn viewers into the story of Sun-woo-hae and Sung Je-yeon. While the ending gaze, signaling the rekindling of a relationship after 15 years, heightened the romantic tension, the released behind-the-scenes photos further stimulate anticipation.

Song Joong-ki realistically portrays Sun-woo-hae, a florist who is also the true identity of the mysterious novelist 'Jin Mu-yeong' and a former child star whose peak came too early. He garnered praise for his portrayal of Sun-woo-hae's lonely yet stoic daily life, a man who learned the adult world at a very young age and struggled for survival for most of his youth, only to start a more ordinary life later than others. His performance amplified empathy as he sensitively depicted Sun-woo-hae's heart stirred by his reunion with his 'first love,' Sung Je-yeon, raising the emotional temperature. Expectations are high for how Song Joong-ki will portray Sun-woo-hae's forward approach in this new chapter of a brief yet dazzlingly poignant first love.

Jeon Yeo-been also vividly depicted Sung Je-yeon's fluttering confusion from the moment her long-buried 'first love,' Sun-woo-hae, unexpectedly resurfaced. From her audacious visit to Sun-woo-hae, who had caused her heartbreak regarding actor Mo Tae-rin (Lee Joo-myung), to her calmly confessing her longing, her deep acting skills added immersion. Her earnest discussions with director Lee Sang-yeop further build anticipation for her performance, as she shared, 'It will be fun to watch Je-yeon's feelings and expressions grow little by little.' Especially, the exciting chemistry between Song Joong-ki and Jeon Yeo-been, brightening the set with their matching 'heart-fluttering' smiles, makes viewers eagerly await their future romantic encounters.

The behind-the-scenes glimpses of Nam Da-reum and Jeon So-young, who solidly built the past narrative of Sun-woo-hae and Sung Je-yeon, add a fresh flutter of excitement. Nam Da-reum added poignancy to the relationship with the 19-year-old Sung Je-yeon (Jeon So-young), who illuminated the darkest period of his life, and lent credibility to Sun-woo-hae's lonely twenties, unable to convey his feelings to the confident confession of the 19-year-old Sung Je-yeon who promised a future. Jeon So-young also charmingly completed the 19-year-old Sung Je-yeon, who awakened forgotten happiness in Sun-woo-hae, drawing attention.

The 'My Youth' production team stated, 'In episodes 3 and 4 of 'My Youth,' Sun-woo-hae's direct pursuit of his first love Sung Je-yeon will officially begin. Sun-woo-hae, who has decided not to delay his feelings any longer, and Sung Je-yeon, who is starting to be bothered by him, will create a thrilling dynamic.'

Meanwhile, 'My Youth' episodes 3 and 4 will air consecutively on Friday, the 12th, at 8:50 PM KST on JTBC. It can be rewatched on Coupang Play in Korea, and in Japan, it can be viewed on Fuji TV's OTT platform FOD. Additionally, it is available globally on Viu across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and on Rakuten Viki for audiences in the Americas, Europe, Oceania, the Middle East, and India.

Song Joong-ki debuted in the 2008 film 'A Frozen Flower.' He has actively starred in numerous works, including the dramas 'Vincenzo' and 'Descendants of the Sun,' and the films 'A Werewolf Boy' and 'Space Sweepers.' His outstanding acting skills and star power have earned him immense love from fans both domestically and internationally.