When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade – but when life gives you tangerines, well, you have to roll with it. When Life Gives You Tangerines is a drama that follows the sad but wonderful journey of a young girl who simply rolls through the punches of her life growing up in the harsh economy of the ’60s in Korea.

IU and Park Bo-gum admitted that the opportunity to work together was one of the reasons they chose to star in Netflix's 'When Life Gives You Tangerines.'

In When Life Gives You Tangerines, IU and Park Bo-gum deliver mesmerising performances in a story that spans decades. Set against the backdrop of 1960s Jeju, this K-drama explores themes of love, endurance,

IU and Park Bo Gum’s chemistry in When Life Gives You Tangerine hits like a tidal wave: Raw, real, and unforgettable. A slow-burn romance that lingers long after the final scene.

Netflix has officially released the trailer for Part 2 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, starring IU and Park Bo-Gum in the lead roles. Continuing the story of Ae-sun and Gwan-Sik, the trailer has sparked excitement and anticipation for its release on March 14.

Richer and more ambitious than most K-dramas, Netflix tale of two characters struggling to find their place in the world is vividly realised.

It premiered on March 7, 2025, and has dropped only four episodes. And within these, the fans have fallen in love with the characters and their dynamics. While the Hotel del Luna actress is receiving a lot of love for her role as Ae-Sun, Bo-Gum is equally appreciated for portraying such a diligent and innocent character. Scroll ahead to know more.

We checked out the first four episodes of the highly awaited Netflix series When Life Gives You Tangerines starring IU and Park Bo Gum, and here’s what we think.

Park's soft looks and easy smile made him popular, but it is his expressive performances and acting talent that have made him a star Park Bo-gum became a superstar in his twenties, beloved for his looks and clean-cut image.