Made in Itaewon

Park Sae-ro-yi, a principled young man, is expelled from high school and his father is killed in an accident caused by Jang Geun-won, the son of the powerful CEO Jang Dae-hee of Jangga Co. Determined to avenge his father and his own ruined life, Sae-ro-yi opens a pub called DanBam in Itaewon. With a diverse group of loyal friends, he strives to achieve his dreams and take down Jangga Co. in a challenging and competitive culinary world.

Itaewon Class was a commercial and critical success, garnering high viewership ratings in South Korea and significant international popularity on Netflix. It was praised for its compelling storyline, strong character development, and inspiring themes of perseverance and social justice. The drama resonated with audiences for its portrayal of individuals challenging a rigid social hierarchy.

• Praised for its engaging plot and character-driven narrative.
• Commended for its exploration of themes like revenge, justice, and perseverance.
• Applauded for its stylish direction and strong performances, particularly from the lead cast.

Google audience: Audiences loved the show's inspirational story of overcoming adversity, the compelling character arcs, and the unique setting of Itaewon. Many viewers found Park Sae-ro-yi's determination and the found family aspect of DanBam highly satisfying.

Won numerous awards including Best Drama, Best Actor (Park Seo-joon), and Best New Actress (Kim Da-mi) at the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Korea Drama Awards.

The iconic hairstyle of the protagonist, Park Sae-ro-yi, became a viral trend in South Korea, with many people emulating the 'Sae-ro-yi cut'.