Netflix’s Our Unwritten Seoul, hitting screens on May 24, 2025, is the K-drama rom-com you’ll want to cozy up with this weekend. Starring Park Bo-young, who’s pulling double duty as twin sisters, the 12-episode series is a fun, heartfelt ride full of love, laughs, and soul-searching. In a super down-to-earth chat with Variety, Park spilled all about tackling her trickiest role yet, bringing two totally different characters to life, and why this story about identity and connection hit so close to home.
The show follows Yoo Mi-ji and Yoo Mi-rae, identical twins who couldn’t be more different. Mi-ji’s a bubbly, go-with-the-flow dreamer, while Mi-rae’s all guarded and practical. When they end up swapping lives through a messy web of lies, they stumble into romance and a big journey to figure out who they really are. Park, who’s charmed us in Melo Movie and Abyss, told Variety that playing both sisters felt like “juggling four people.” She explained, “Mi-ji’s so open, maybe a little reckless, and Mi-rae’s always holding back, super cautious. Then, when they switch lives, I had to show how each one changes in the other’s world. It’s a lot, but so fun.”
Park was pumped about making the twins feel real and distinct. “It’s not just about them looking the same,” she said. “It’s their hearts, their vibes—Mi-ji’s got this big, messy energy, while Mi-rae’s quieter, more closed off.” At a press conference with writer Lee Kang, she got into how they nailed the details, from the way Mi-ji bounces when she talks to Mi-rae’s stiff, careful posture. For Park, the role was a chance to really flex her acting skills, showing how the swap shakes up each sister’s life and pushes them to grow. “They’re forced to face stuff they’ve been dodging,” she said. “It’s hilarious, but it’ll also tug at your heart.”
Backed by Studio Dragon, the folks behind The Glory and Crash Landing on You, Our Unwritten Seoul mixes rom-com sweetness with deeper stuff about finding yourself. Park’s joined by a killer cast: GOT7’s Park Jin-young as Lee Ho-su, a guy from Mi-ji’s past who stirs up old feelings in Seoul, and Ryu Kyung-soo as Han Se-jin, a sweet rookie farmer who brings chaos and charm. Im Chul-soo, Kim Sun-young, and Jang Young-nam add extra heart to the mix. Park raved about the set’s family vibe, saying, “Everyone brought so much to their characters. It felt like we were all telling the same story together.”
The show bounces between Seoul’s buzzing streets and the chill, small-town feel of Duson Village, and Park loved how the settings shaped the sisters’ journeys. “Seoul’s got this fast, pushy energy that makes them face their choices head-on,” she told Variety. “The village is quieter, like a place to breathe and find what’s true.” The poster, dropped on May 1, nails that mood, with Park and Park Jin-young looking cozy but a little wistful, teasing the emotional ups and downs. The mid-May trailer promises plenty of giggles, swoony moments, and a few tears.
What makes Our Unwritten Seoul special for Park is its big heart. “It’s about love and figuring out who you are, even when you’re pretending to be someone else,” she said. She connected hard with the twins’ story, seeing bits of everyone in their struggles. “We all hide pieces of ourselves sometimes,” she said. “This show’s about what happens when you can’t hide anymore.” She’s stoked about the mix of humor and depth, promising, “You’ll crack up at the swap chaos, but you’ll feel their growth, too.”
With Studio Dragon’s epic track record—think 266 global hits like Queen of Tears—this show’s got serious cred. Lee Kang’s script and the cast’s chemistry make it feel like a warm hug with a side of sass. Park’s dual role is the star, but she’s quick to share the love. “The story pops because everyone gave it their all,” she said. Dropping on Netflix and tvN at 9:20 p.m. KST, Our Unwritten Seoul is ready to hook you with its relatable take on love and second chances. Whether you’re here for Park Bo-young’s awesome twin act, the slow-burn romance, or just a good, emotional vibe, this one’s gonna hit all the feels. Grab your snacks—you’re in for a treat.