'Nine to Six' is a relatable office romance that follows the story of Kang I-ji (played by Park Min-young), a rational deputy manager of the legal team at Chronic Motors, Han Sun-woo (played by Yook Sung-jae), an emotional intern whose kindness is his strength, and Park Hyun-tae (played by Go Soo), the idealistic director.
Park Min-young takes on the role of Kang I-ji, a workaholic deputy manager at Chronic Motors' legal team. Kang I-ji, who views love and marriage as mere hormonal reactions, experiences heart-fluttering changes when she meets the kind younger man Han Sun-woo and the ideal director Park Hyun-tae. Known as the 'rom-com queen' for her successful roles in office romances like 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim', 'Forecasting Love and Weather', and 'Please Marry My Husband', expectations are high for Park Min-young's performance and her unique character portrayal.
Yook Sung-jae, a member of the group BTOB, transforms into the ideal younger man Han Sun-woo, raising the excitement level. As an intern at Chronic Motors' legal team, Han Sun-woo gains trust within the team with his quick judgment and diligence, embodying warmth and responsibility. Returning with a more mature romance performance, Yook Sung-jae's new character transformation is highly anticipated.
Go Soo has been cast as Park Hyun-tae, the newly dispatched director at Chronic Motors Korea, adding to the excitement. In the drama, Park Hyun-tae evaluates Kang I-ji solely based on her abilities. This marks Go Soo's return to romance dramas after approximately 15 years, and there is much anticipation for the new charm he will bring to the director character. Attention is focused on the romantic tension and performance Go Soo will create with his deep gaze and acting.
Above all, the synergy between Park Min-young, Yook Sung-jae, and Go Soo, known for their expertise in romance, is already stirring excitement. Their combination of acting skills, visuals, and chemistry is expected to sweetly color the small screen.
'Nine to Six' is set to air in the second half of 2026.
Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr