Hey K-drama fam! Guess what? Our fave Lee Min Ho is back, and this time, he’s headed to SPACE! His new drama When the Stars Gossip (aka Ask the Stars) is premiering on January 4, 2025 on tvN.
Now, let me spill the tea about this drama, it’s got romance, mystery, and a space station. Yep, K-dramas just went intergalactic, and I’m here for it.
The Plot (Why We’re Already Obsessed)
Lee Min Ho plays Gong Ryong, a gynecologist who’s just casually visiting a space station. But don’t let his tourist act fool you, this guy is hiding something big.
Enter Gong Hyo Jin as Commander Eve Kim, who’s all about rules, perfection, and proving she’s got what it takes to lead her first mission. Let’s just say sparks (and probably space debris) are bound to fly between them.
The Cast (Hello, Star Power)
- Lee Min Ho as Gong Ryong: A dreamy doctor with a side of mystery.
- Gong Hyo Jin as Eve Kim: A tough but relatable commander.
- Oh Jung Se as Kang Kang Soo: A quirky scientist obsessed with fruit flies.
- Han Ji Eun as Choi Go Eun: Gong Ryong’s brilliant and confident girlfriend.
- Kim Joo Hun as Park Dong Ah: A veteran astronaut managing things from Earth.
- Lee El as Chief Kang: The ultimate Ground Control boss.
This cast lineup screams chef’s kiss.
Why You’ll Love It
Okay, so if you loved The King: Eternal Monarch or Legend of the Blue Sea (aka classics on any Lee Min Ho drama list Netflix fans swear by), this drama’s going to hit all the right notes. It’s written by Seo Sook Hyang (Don’t Dare to Dream) and directed by Park Shin Woo (It’s Okay to Not Be Okay), so you know it’s going to be emotional, beautiful, and unforgettable.
And let’s not forget the unique premise. Romance and secrets in a space station? Yes, please. Add in the stunning visuals and the tension between duty and personal feelings, and you’ve got a K-drama that’s out of this world, literally.
What to Do While Waiting
Here’s your mission: binge some Lee Min Ho classics to hype yourself up. Boys Over Flowers, Heirs, and The King: Eternal Monarch are all musts. And don’t forget Gong Hyo Jin’s masterpieces like Pasta and It’s Okay, That’s Love.
Are you as hyped as I am for When the Stars Gossip?