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Despite being married and having a fulfilling career as a sophisticated arts foundation director, something is missing in Oh Hye Won's life. When she meets twenty-something Lee Seon Jae, Hye Won's appetite for passion is awakened, and she soon falls for the impoverished piano prodigy. Though they risk everything, Hye Won and Seon Jae can't help but embark on an affair that threatens to destroy both their lives. Based on the 2005 Japanese film Tokyo Tower, this romance aches with the desperate struggle between love and reality.
Oh Hye-won is a driven and accomplished art gallery curator in her 40s who maintains a secret relationship with Lee Sun-woo, a talented piano prodigy in his 20s. Their illicit affair begins after they meet by chance and bond over their shared passion for classical music. As their relationship deepens, they navigate the societal judgments and personal sacrifices that come with their age-gap romance.
Secret Love Affair was widely praised by critics for its sophisticated storytelling, mature exploration of a controversial romance, and exceptional performances from its lead actors. The drama was lauded for its nuanced portrayal of desire, societal expectations, and the complexities of human connection. It garnered significant attention for its artistic direction and the compelling chemistry between Kim Hee-ae and Yoo Ah-in.
Praised for its mature and nuanced portrayal of an age-gap romance.
Celebrated for the outstanding performances of its lead actors, particularly Kim Hee-ae and Yoo Ah-in.
Commended for its artistic direction and sophisticated exploration of desire and societal judgment.
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Nominated for Best Actress (Kim Hee-ae) at the 50th Baeksang Arts Awards; Won Best Drama at the 10th Seoul International Drama Awards.
The drama was inspired by the affair between South Korean classical musician Lee Ju-ho and his student, which caused a significant public scandal.
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I'm kinda disappointed, maybe I expected too much judging by who's behind it. It started off heading in one direction then ended up in a different direction. They took away the focus from the relationship/affair and brought the company issu...