As Prime Video gears up for the premiere of its new Korean romance-comedy Spring Fever, lead stars Ahn Bo Hyun and Lee Joo Been sat down to share insights about the series, their characters, and their most memorable moments on set.
Spring Fever follows the warm, healing romance between Yoon Bom, a mysterious teacher who moves to a rural village, and Sun Jae-gyu, a passionate troublemaker raising his nephew in the same town.
Q. Can you briefly introduce “Spring Fever” and your characters?
Lee Joo-been:
“I’m Lee Joo-been, and I play Yoon Bom. She moves to a rural town to teach at a high school after experiencing something painful that changes her life. She’s introduced as a character wrapped in mystery.”
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“I’m Ahn Bo-hyun, and I play Sun Jae-gyu. He’s raising his nephew Han-gyul, who happens to attend the school where Yoon Bom teaches. Jae-gyu is an extraordinary man who always finds himself at the center of the strange events happening in town—sometimes misunderstood because of his intentions.”
Q. How did you approach building your characters? Which aspects were most rewarding?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“I’m from Busan, so my dialect naturally became part of Jae-gyu. I used it throughout my acting career, and it added color to the character. Physically, this role was new for me—viewers will see Jae-gyu go from spirited to tender as he changes after meeting Bom.”
Lee Joo-been:
“Since Bom is a teacher, I had to write on the blackboard while acting, so I practiced that a lot. I’m not sure if the camera captured it well! As for her personality, she shifts from dark and moody to bubbly and energetic. I put a lot of effort into showing that contrast.”
Q. Do you share any similarities with your characters?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“Jae-gyu is very straightforward. I can be straightforward too, but I also like to swerve and take detours. I’m not as fiery as he is, but I related to him about 70%, which helped me immerse in the role. Our director also encouraged improvisation, so I was able to explore more freely.”
Lee Joo-been:
“Bom and I both have first impressions that seem chic and aloof, but we’re actually easygoing once you get to know us. That’s our biggest similarity. A big difference would be that Bom has large doe eyes and carries so many emotions inside her.”
Q. What made you decide to join this project?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“I wanted to take on something sentimental and full of compassion. Filming in Pohang, with its beautiful seaside scenery, was a huge plus. Many characters use dialects, which also attracted me. The set felt vibrant—I knew I would enjoy the project.”
Lee Joo-been:
“When I first read the script, it felt lighthearted in a way that lets viewers relax. I could clearly picture myself as Bom, which ultimately made me take the role.”
Q. What was your reaction when you learned you would be working together?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“I was so excited. I kept asking the director who would play Bom. When I heard it was Joo-been, I thought she was perfect. Bom expresses a wide range of emotions, and only she could bring that to life in such a natural way. Filming was a lot of fun.”
Lee Joo-been:
“As I read the script, I had an image of who Jae-gyu should be, and it matched Ahn Bo-hyun completely. I immediately thought, ‘This will be really fun.’ It sparked anticipation.”
Q. Any memorable behind-the-scenes moments from filming?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“There was laughter in every scene. Jae-gyu tends to either freeze up or become overly enthusiastic around Bom, and there’s a scene where I pretend to be the youngest son of a conglomerate family—it still makes me laugh. I also had many action-heavy scenes; sometimes I felt like I was filming a sports drama.”
Lee Joo-been:
“One unforgettable moment was filming a scene where I had to jump from a subway station into a subway car. It was my first time acting in public with no extras—everyone on the train was a real commuter. I ran into the subway yelling ‘Se-jin! Se-jin!’ and afterward, I turned completely red. Everyone stared. It was embarrassing but exciting. If anyone from that subway is watching—please look forward to the series!”
Q. What should viewers look forward to the most?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“Since the series releases in winter, viewers might feel like spring is arriving early. Pohang’s scenery is beautiful, the dialect adds warmth, and the school setting brings nostalgia. Watching how Bom acts as a shield and Jae-gyu as a spear will be very enjoyable.”
Lee Joo-been:
“The more we filmed, the more I realized Spring Fever isn’t about one huge event. It’s a drama that gives you rest—emotionally and mentally. The scenery, the gentle storylines, and the themes of recovery and overcoming challenges make it healing and comforting.”
Q. What would you like to say to international fans?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“This drama is perfect for anyone hoping for a warm spring breeze after a cold winter. It has many light and sweet episodes that won’t weigh you down. Please stay tuned!”
Lee Joo-been:
“Think of it as watching two actors laugh and cry together as they bring the story to life. We hope you’ll laugh with us!”
Q. After working together, do you have any compliments for each other?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“We started filming in very hot weather, and despite the heat, Joo-been never once complained. One time, she even had to film in full winter gear. That made me stop complaining completely. Everyone on set really put their hearts into this project.”
Lee Joo-been:
“Bo-hyun is known for being athletic, but seeing it in person was on another level. There was a chase scene where he wasn’t supposed to catch up to me—but he did, even after running for a long time. I thought he could have been a real athlete.”
Q. What kinds of roles would you like to take on next?
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“There are still so many roles I haven’t tried. I want to explore different jobs and genres—action, comedy, everything. I’d love to play a villain someday.”
Lee Joo-been:
“I want to do another great comedy like Spring Fever. And I’d love to play a doctor—I think surgical scrubs and white coats look really cool.”
Ahn Bo-hyun: “I think you’d look good in them.”
Lee Joo-been: “Thanks.” (laughter)
Q. If you could describe “Spring Fever” in three words, what would they be?
Ahn Bo-hyun & Lee Joo-been:
Healing, macarons, passion.
Lee Joo-been:
“Macarons appear in the series, and they’re a metaphor for Bom and Jae-gyu—hard shell outside, soft inside.”
Ahn Bo-hyun:
“‘Healing’ because this is a feel-good drama that won’t stress you out. ‘Passion’ because every character is driven by what they love.”