

TV Show spotlight
I Love Lee Tae Ri
Min Soo is a 14-year-old boy who is engaged to a woman 7 years older than him. As he knows that the woman likes another man, he makes a wish so that he can protect his love. As the result of his wish, he becomes a 25-year-old man. Tae Ri is a well-educated woman who comes from a wealthy family. After being hurt by her first love, she doesn't believe in love anymore. But, as Min Soo suddenly appears before her, she starts to have feelings for him...
Insights
Plot Summary
Geum Eun-dong is an ordinary, somewhat naive young man who works at a dental clinic. His life takes an extraordinary turn when he finds himself magically transformed into a suave, successful 30-something man named Choi Seung-jae. This transformation is part of a deal he made to win the heart of his childhood crush, Lee Tae-ri, who is a wealthy heiress. As Eun-dong navigates his new identity and tries to woo Tae-ri, he uncovers secrets about her family and his own transformation, leading to humorous situations and unexpected romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
I Love Lee Tae Ri was a moderate success in South Korea, praised for its lighthearted romantic comedy elements and the chemistry between its lead actors. While not a critical darling, it was generally well-received by audiences for its entertaining plot and engaging characters, offering a fun and escapist viewing experience. The fantasy element of the body/age transformation was a unique hook that garnered attention.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming romantic storyline and comedic moments.
The fantasy premise of age transformation was seen as an interesting and engaging plot device.
Lead actors Kim Ki-bum and Park Ye-jin were noted for their on-screen chemistry.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the drama's enjoyable romantic comedy aspects and the leads' appealing performances. Many viewers found the story to be a fun and easy watch, appreciating the blend of fantasy and romance.
Fun Fact
The drama marked a significant leading role for Kim Ki-bum (formerly of the K-pop group Super Junior) in a romantic comedy series.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources