Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha

Yoon Hye-jin, a dentist from Seoul, impulsively moves to the seaside village of Gongjin and opens her own clinic. There, she meets Hong Du-sik, a charming jack-of-all-trades who helps out all the villagers. Despite their contrasting personalities and initial friction, they find themselves drawn to each other amidst the picturesque setting and the quirky inhabitants of the village.

Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha was a massive critical and commercial success, lauded for its heartwarming storyline, picturesque cinematography, and endearing characters. It achieved high viewership ratings in South Korea and garnered significant international popularity, particularly on streaming platforms, for its feel-good romance and slice-of-life narrative.

• Praised for its chemistry between the lead actors and their compelling performances.

• Celebrated for its beautiful depiction of a small seaside town and its community spirit.

• Appreciated for its blend of heartwarming romance, lighthearted comedy, and touching dramatic moments.

Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly loved the show for its charming characters, beautiful scenery, and the heartwarming romantic storyline. Many found it to be a comforting and feel-good drama that provided an escape.

Won several awards at the 8th APAN Star Awards, including Best Actor (Kim Seon-ho) and Best OST (Cheeze - 'Shine Your Star'). Nominated for numerous other awards.

The seaside village of Gongjin in the drama is a fictional location, but the primary filming location for the picturesque seaside town was the real-life coastal city of Pohang, South Korea, particularly the port area and surrounding beaches.