In a world where K-dramas reign supreme, 2024 has seen its fair share of breakout hits, with Queen of Tears standing tall as the year’s most-watched drama. That said, we have to bid farewell to Queen of Tears , as there’s a new K-drama on the block that’s ready to shake things up and possibly snatch that crown right off its head. Just when you thought 2024 couldn’t get any more dramatic, Jung So-min is here to remind us that K-drama royalty is never safe for long.
Jung So-min’s upcoming series, Love Next Door , is gearing up to be the chaotic, laugh-out-loud rom-com we didn’t know we needed, and it’s bringing all the right ingredients to the table. With Jung So-min’s charm and Jung Hae-in’s swoon-worthy presence, this show isn’t just knocking on the door- it’s about to kick it wide open. So, buckle up, because this K-drama showdown is about to get wild! A post shared by Love Next Door 🍒 (@lovenextdoooor) So, what makes Queen of Tears such a phenomenon? For starters, it boasts the creative genius of writer Park Ji-eun, the mind behind hits like Crash Landing on You and My Love From the Star .
Combine that with the direction of Jang Young-woo and Kim Hee-won, and you have a recipe for success. Not to mention the sizzling on-screen chemistry between Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won, who portray a couple on the brink of divorce with such intensity that you can’t help but be drawn in. It’s no wonder the series smashed records and held a top spot on Netflix’s Global Top Ten for an impressive 15 weeks.
Also Read: 'Exhuma': Exploring the depths of Lee Do-hyun and Jang Jae-hyun's Korean horror masterpiece A post shared by skye ★! (@vanttaemin) But just when you thought 2024 had reached its K-drama peak, along comes Love Next Door , a rom-com that promises to be the next big thing. Starring Jung So-min, a veteran in the genre, and Jung Hae-in, who’s making his rom-com lead debut, this series has all the elements to become a fan favourite. Jung So-min, known for her roles in Because This Is My First Life and Alchemy of Souls , has proven time and again that she can effortlessly switch between drama and comedy.
Meanwhile, Jung Hae-in’s charm and versatility, showcased in hits like Something in the Rain , make him the perfect leading man. Also Read: ‘Pachinko’ season 2 to ‘Love Next Door’: K-dramas that will hit OTT platforms this August Love Next Door has the backing of a stellar creative team, with director Yoo Jae-won and writer Shin Ha-eun at the helm. This dynamic duo previously brought us Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha , a rom-com that captured hearts and dominated Netflix’s global charts for 16 weeks.
With such a strong backing, expectations are sky-high for Love Next Door . A post shared by Love Next Door 🍒 (@lovenextdoooor) The plot follows Bae Seok-ryu (Jung So-min) and Choi Seung-hyo (Jung Hae-in), childhood friends turned frenemies who reunite under chaotic circumstances. Seok-ryu’s sudden return into Seung-hyo’s life stirs up old memories and unresolved tension, setting the stage for a hilarious and heartfelt journey from enemies to lovers.
The trailer teases a fast-paced, comedy-driven storyline, a refreshing departure from the heavy emotional beats of Queen of Tears . A post shared by 정소민 JUNG SO-MIN FANS 🇮🇩 (@jsnowmin) While Queen of Tears is celebrated for its emotional depth and dramatic twists, Love Next Door seems poised to lean heavily into comedy, offering a lighter, more playful take on complicated relationships. This shift in tone could be just what viewers are looking for, making Love Next Door a strong contender for the title of 2024’s best K-drama.
As the release of Love Next Door draws near, all eyes will be on Jung So-min and Jung Hae-in to see if they can capture the magic that made Queen of Tears such a hit. Will this new series dethrone the reigning champion? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure- 2024 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for K-drama fans. Also Read: ‘Twenty Five Twenty One’, ‘Snowdrop’, and more: K-Dramas that ditch happy endings.
