Netflix has officially greenlit ‘Love Untangled’, a Korean youth romance set in 1998.
The film delves into themes of first love, friendship, and self-acceptance, with the story revolving around 19-year-old Park Se-ri and her quest to straighten her curly hair before confessing her love.
Along the way, she becomes entangled with transfer student Han Yun-seok, adding an unexpected twist to her plans.
The film boasts an ensemble of rising stars, Gong Myoung (Citizen of a Kind, Killing Romance) plays the aloof yet caring transfer student, Han Yun-seok, who supports Se-ri in her journey.
Shin Eun-soo (Twinkling Watermelon, Vanishing Time) portrays Park Se-ri, a high school girl struggling with her curly hair while mustering the courage to confess her feelings.
Cha Woo-min (Weak Hero Class 1) takes on the role of Kim Hyeon, Se-ri’s crush and the most popular student at school.
Youn Sang-hyun (Doctor Slump) as Baek Seong-rae, Se-ri’s desk mate and confidant.
Kang Mi-na (Café Minamdang) plays Ko In-jeong, Se-ri’s friend and rival who knows the secret to perfect straight hair.
The film is directed by Namkoong Sun, known for her award-winning work, including ‘Worst Friends’ and ‘Time to Be Strong’. Her distinct storytelling style will bring depth and warmth to this coming-of-age romance, capturing the unpredictability of teen love and friendship.
Produced by bombaramfilm, the studio behind ‘Kim Ji-young: Born 1982’, ‘Love Untangled’ promises an authentic, nostalgic experience for audiences.
‘Love Untangled’is set to release soon on Netflix, showcasing the next generation of Korean talent and sparking nostalgia for the late 1990s.