New Drama 'Lovephobia' Explores AI and Romance: Key Highlights Revealed

The new drama 'Lovephobia' is set to captivate audiences with its intriguing storyline and has revealed key points to watch for.

Premiering on October 19th via U+ Mobile TV and Lifetime, 'Lovephobia' follows the story of Yoon Bi-ah (played by Yeonwoo), a dating app CEO who finds AI more comfortable than people, and Han Sun-ho (played by Kim Hyun-jin), a romantic novelist. As they design a smart dating experience using AI, they discover the true meaning of love. The drama will be available first on U+ Mobile TV VOD.

'Lovephobia' features rising stars such as Yeonwoo (as Yoon Bi-ah), Kim Hyun-jin (as Han Sun-ho), Jo Yoon-seo (as Seol Jae-hee), and Choi Byung-chan (as Han Baek-ho). Even before its first broadcast, the drama has been pre-sold to 38 countries worldwide. Directed by Wang Hye-ryung, known for her creative direction in 'Deal', 'Youth Blossom', and 'I'll Leave It to Earth', and written by Lee Se-ryung, acclaimed for her work on 'Love Broken' and 'Please Summer', the drama is generating significant buzz.

Yoon Bi-ah, the CEO of the AI dating app 'It's You', views love as an imperfect and inefficient value. Her life takes a turn when she crosses paths with Han Sun-ho, a star writer known for his 100% sensitivity. Despite their opposing personalities, their encounters are filled with tension, especially when Han Sun-ho discovers Yoon Bi-ah's secret, leading to a dramatic shift in their relationship. The chemistry between Yoon Bi-ah, who is skeptical of love, and Han Sun-ho, who persistently breaks through her defenses, is central to the narrative and is expected to captivate viewers.

'Lovephobia' offers a fresh twist on the romance genre, setting itself apart with its unique charm. It reflects the modern era where AI can mimic human emotions, posing the question, 'What is true love?' The drama intriguingly unfolds as Yoon Bi-ah, who doesn't believe in love, meets Han Sun-ho, a man who defies prediction, and confronts the essence of genuine human emotions and love.

The protagonists of 'Lovephobia' carry hidden pains: Yoon Bi-ah cannot spend more than an hour with people due to past wounds, and Han Sun-ho hasn't released any work for three years for unknown reasons. As these young adults learn to understand each other's differences and face their scars, their journey of growth, alongside the thrill of romance, is set to touch the hearts of viewers. Beyond a sweet love story, the deep empathy and healing growth narrative of Yoon Bi-ah and Han Sun-ho is drawing much attention.

The new drama 'Lovephobia', produced by WEMAD, is set to bring a rosy glow to viewers' hearts and will be available tomorrow at 11 PM on U+ Mobile TV and Lifetime.

Ryu Ye-ji, TenAsia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr