You Are My Spring (Korean너는 나의 봄; RRNeoneun Naeui Bom) is a 2021 South Korean television series directed by Jung Ji-hyun and starring Seo Hyun-jin, Kim Dong-wook, Yoon Park, and Nam Gyu-ri.[1] The series follows the three main characters who come to deal with their interconnected childhood traumas.[2][3] It premiered on tvN on July 5, 2021, and aired every Monday and Tuesday at 21:00 (KST) for 16 episodes.[4] It is available worldwide for streaming on Netflix.[5]

You Are My Spring
Promotional poster
Hangul
너는 나의 봄
Genre
Created byKim Je-hyeon (tvN)
Developed byStudio Dragon
Written byLee Mi-na
Directed byJung Ji-hyun
Starring
ComposerLim Ha-Young
Country of originSouth Korea
Original languageKorean
No. of episodes16
Production
Executive producerKim Seon-tae
ProducersYoon Ha-rim
Heo Seok-Won
Park Heon-Joo
Camera setupSingle-camera
Running time70 minutes
Production companyHwa&Dam Pictures
Original release
NetworktvN
ReleaseJuly 5 (2021-07-05) –
August 24, 2021 (2021-08-24)

Synopsis

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The series concerns three characters who are still dealing with interconnected childhood traumas. Kang Da-jeong (Seo Hyun-jin) is a hotel concierge manager with a history of bad relationships, who moves to the rooftop of a new building for a fresh start. Joo Young-do (Kim Dong-wook) is a psychiatrist who does all he can to help people live. Chae Joon (Yoon Park) pursues Da-jeong after he finally found her again. Ahn Ga-yeong (Nam Gyu-ri) is an actress recovering from depression who doesn't know what to do in a new relationship.

Cast

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Main

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34 years old, A hotel concierge manager, and a resident on the rooftop floor of the Gugu building.
A psychiatrist who wants to make people live.
The CEO of an investment company, he has a one-sided crush on Kang Da-jeong
An actress who is afraid to love due to a bad experience.

Supporting

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People around Kang Da-jeong

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The mother of Kang Da-jeong. She runs a pizza shop.[9]
Kang Da-jeong's younger brother, a handsome bartender who attracts female customers with his pleasant shape and a sentimental attitude[10]
  • Park Ye-ni as Heo Yoo-kyung
Kang Da-jeong's fellow hotelier, who's been to a foreign school and speaks fluent English. She is a kind and meticulous professional, and has an honest, playful and friendly personality[11]
Kang Da-jeong's close friend and a cafe owner.[12]
  • Han Min as Park Chul-do[13]
Kang Da-jeong's close friend and the twin brother of Park Eun-ha.
  • Park Jong-wook as Jung-bin
Hotel concierge manager and Kang Da-jeong's assistant[14]
  • Jang Seong-hoon as Secretary Chu
Handsome secretary for hotel VIP guests[15]

People around Joo Yeong-do

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She works as a nurse.[16]
The detective team leader of the 3rd strong team of the Pungji Police Station.[9]
The youngest detective in Team 3 at Pungji Police Station.[17]
  • Kim Seo-kyung as Cheon Seung-won
A self-proclaimed genius entertainment producer, the best friend of Joo Yeong-do.[18]
A veterinarian who runs the animal hospital in Gugu Building, Joo Yeong-do's friend and has a warm and kind appearance.[19]

People around Ahn Ga-yeong

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  • Park Sang-nam as Patrick / Ryu Seok-jun
A member of the 3rd biggest boy group in Korea, 'Cayman', and is Ahn Ga-yeong's fan even before he debuted[20]
A former boxer and fitness trainer, in-charge of Ahn Ga-yeong's training. She enjoys making people stronger[21]

Others

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A professional part-timer in a cafe[22]

Special appearance

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Production

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Casting

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On 14 September 2020, Seo Hyun-jin was confirmed to play the main lead in the drama as Kang Da-jung, a hotel concierge.[24] On 31 December, it was reported that Kim Dong-wook was reviewing the proposal to play as male lead in the drama opposite Seo Hyun-jin.[25] In the second week of January 2021, the main cast of the television series was confirmed as Seo Hyun-jin, Kim Dong-wook, Yoon Park and Nam Gyu-ri.[26]

Filming

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Principal photography began in early February 2021, in Suamgol, Cheongju.[27]

Original soundtrack

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You Are My Spring
Soundtrack album by
Various Artists
Released2021
GenreSoundtrack
Language
Label

Part 1

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Released on July 6, 2021 (2021-07-06)[28]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."In ruin"Nino LucarelliRaiden, Nino Lucarelli, Nthonius, MeisoboRaiden3:33
2."In ruin" (Inst.)   3:33

Part 2

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Released on July 13, 2021 (2021-07-13)[29]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Because I'm You" (난 너여서)HamelliJeong Gu-hyunSeol Ho-seung (SURL)3:45
2."Because I'm You" (Inst.)   3:45

Part 3

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Released on July 19, 2021 (2021-07-19)[30]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Still Wonder"NaivKi-duk (9duck)Ha Hyun-sang2:42
2."Still Wonder" (Inst.) Ki-duk (9duck) 2:42

Part 4

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Released on July 20, 2021 (2021-07-20)[31]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."A Butterfly Flew Away" (나비가 날았습니다)Park Chung-hakOh Dong-joonKim Min-seok (MeloMance)4:16
2."A Butterfly Flew Away" (Inst.) Oh Dong-joon 4:16

Part 5

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Released on July 27, 2021 (2021-07-27)[32]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Peacock (落花)" (낙화 (落花))Ki-duk (9duck)Ki-duk (9duck)Yang Da-il3:35
2."Peacock (落花)" (Inst.) Ki-duk (9duck) 3:35

Part 6

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Released on August 2, 2021 (2021-08-02)[33]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Me So Bad"OV, Ayul, Jeina ChoiOV, Ayul, Jeina ChoiYoari3:33
2."Me So Bad" (Inst.) OV, Ayul, Jeina Choi 3:33

Part 7

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Released on August 3, 2021 (2021-08-03)[34]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Dear My Spring" (다정한 봄에게)Lee MinaYoon Young-junOnew4:41
2."Dear My Spring" (Inst.)   4:41
3."Dear My Spring" (Piano Ver.)   4:41

Part 8

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Released on August 10, 2021 (2021-08-10)[35]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Cliche"Oh Dong-junOh Dong-junKwon Soon-kwan4:38
2."Cliche" (Inst.)   4:38

Part 9

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Released on August 16, 2021 (2021-08-16)[36]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Nakhwa (Dajeongi Ver.)" (낙화 (다정이 Ver.))Ki-duk (9duck)Ki-duk (9duck)Seo Hyun-jin3:48
2."Nakhwa" (Inst.)   3:48

Release

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On May 31, 2021 release date of the series with a teaser was announced. The series premiered on July 5, 2021 on tvN at 21:00 KST, it is available for streaming on Netflix.[4]

Viewership

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You Are My Spring : South Korea viewers per episode (thousands)
SeasonEpisode numberAverage
12345678910111213141516
1707721615642463554497500453490445419415393390520514
Source: Audience measurement performed nationwide by Nielsen Korea[37]
Average TV viewership ratings
Ep. Original broadcast date Average audience share
(Nielsen Korea)[37][38]
Nationwide Seoul
1 July 5, 2021 3.390% (1st) 3.560% (2nd)
2 July 6, 2021 2.958% (1st) 2.961% (2nd)
3 July 12, 2021 2.665% (1st) 2.702% (2nd)
4 July 13, 2021 3.065% (1st) 3.620% (1st)
5 July 19, 2021 2.120% (1st) 2.064% (2nd)
6 July 20, 2021 2.373% (2nd) 2.638% (2nd)
7 July 26, 2021 2.068% (1st) 2.340% (2nd)
8 July 27, 2021 1.989% (3rd) 2.141% 2nd)
9 August 2, 2021 1.941% (1st) 2.162% (1st)
10 August 3, 2021 2.372% (2nd) 2.540% (1st)
11 August 9, 2021 1.940% (1st) 2.084% (1st)
12 August 10, 2021 2.014% (2nd) 2.350% (2nd)
13 August 16, 2021 1.860% (5th) 1.782% (7th)
14 August 17, 2021 1.916% (3rd) 1.863% (6th)
15 August 23, 2021 1.767% (8th) 1.917% (5th)
16 August 24, 2021 2.387% (5th) 2.438% (3rd)
Average 2.301% 2.447%
  • In the table above, the blue numbers represent the lowest ratings and the red numbers represent the highest ratings.
  • This drama airs on a cable channel/pay TV which normally has a relatively smaller audience compared to free-to-air TV/public broadcasters (KBS, SBS, MBC and EBS).

References

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