'Welcome to Samdalri': Here’s what you may want to know about Netflix K-drama
romantic drama series, 'Welcome to Samdalri,' is on its way to your screens. Directed by Kwon Hye Joo and written by Cha Young Hoon, this series is set to make waves internationally.
'Welcome to Samdalri': Release Date
While an official release date from Netflix and South Korean network jTBC is pending, the drama was initially expected in December 2023, as suggested by MyDramaList. However, recent updates indicate that it might be postponed to 2024-2025. The series will comprise sixteen episodes, with two episodes dropping every week over eight weeks.
'Welcome to Samdalri': Plot
'Welcome to Samdalri' revolves around Jo Yong Pil, a weather forecaster who, as a child, lost his mother due to a mistaken weather report. His mission is to safeguard the elderly in his hometown. Jo Sam Dal, his estranged childhood friend, returns from a successful fashion career in Seoul after it crumbles. The two reconnect in Samdalri, rekindling old emotions.
'Welcome to Samdalri': Cast
The series stars Ji Chang Wook as Cho Yong Pil, known for his roles in K-dramas such as 'The Sound of Magic,' 'Lovestruck in the City,' 'Backstreet Rookie,' 'Suspicious Partner,' and 'The K2.' Shin Hye Sun plays Cho Sam Dal/Cho Eun Hye, with notable appearances in 'See You in My 19th Life,' 'Mr. Queen,' 'Stranger,' 'The Hymn of Death,' and 'My Golden Life.'
Supporting cast members include Shin Dong Mi as Cho Jin Dal, Kang Mi Na as Cho Hae Dai, and Kim Mi Kyung as Sam Dal's mother. Song Min Jae, Park Seol Ha, and Kim Min Joon portray younger versions of the main characters.
Actors Kang Young Seok, Kim Ah Young, and Yoon Jin Seong have undisclosed roles in the series.
'Welcome to Samdalri': Filming
The filming of 'Welcome to Samdalri' took
