To premiere on February 17th, My Dearest Nemesis is a riveting office romance that weaves the story of an ambitious young team leader, and a third-generation chaebol heir with a secret nerdy alter ego.
My Dearest Nemesis is based on the popular Naver webtoon by Hye Jin-yang and promises to deliver a fresh, exciting take on romance, workplace drama, and unexpected personal revelations.
Moon Ga Young is set to showcase her irreplaceable charm as a romantic comedy lead. She portrays Baek Soo-jung, as the youngest team leader at Yongseong Department Store, a role that comes with a lot of responsibility and immense pressure. She is known for her sharp, no-nonsense attitude and her cutthroat approach to surviving in the competitive corporate world.
Baek Soo-jung’s tough exterior is what earned her the nickname “headquarters killer,” as she’s been forced to navigate through ruthless bosses and survive the toxic office politics. However, everything changes when she is reunited with Ban Joo-yeon, her first love and now her new superior at work.
In the first released stills, Moon Ga Young is seen exuding strong and determined energy as Baek Soo-jung. Her intense gaze and her posture, ready to face any challenge head-on, perfectly capture her character’s resolve in the face of adversity. The images show her confronting the news that her first love, Ban Joo-yeon, has become the new chief of the planning division, further complicating her professional life. Baek Soo-jung’s icy demeanor towards him hints at the lingering tension between the two, and their reunion will be filled with both emotional conflict and unresolved feelings.
Alongside her intense office persona, the stills also show Baek Soo-jung’s softer, more caring side. We see Moon Ga-young portraying her character’s nurturing qualities as she spends late hours working alone, ensuring her team’s success. This juxtaposition of a tough, determined leader and a compassionate colleague provides a deeper layer to Baek Soo-jung’s character, showcasing her multifaceted personality.
On the other side of the office dynamic, Choi Hyun-wook’s character, Ban Joo-yeon, brings a fascinating blend of charisma, professionalism, and hidden vulnerability. As a third-generation chaebol heir, Ban Joo-yeon seems to have it all—success, charm, and the perfect outward persona. However, his secret life as the “Black Flame Dragon” reveals a nerdy side that he carefully hides from his colleagues. His obsession with collecting figures and other nerdy hobbies contrasts sharply with his polished, corporate image, and this duality promises to add depth to his character.
Choi Hyun-wook’s portrayal of Ban Joo-yeon shows him as a perfect office chief: commanding, cool, and thorough in his work, yet beneath this professional exterior lies a quirky, nerdy side that only Baek Soo-jung gets to discover. The stills of Choi Hyun-wook showcase his impeccable suit fit and perfect office demeanor, highlighting his flawless appearance as the department chief, but the following stills reveal his more innocent, playful side when he is at home, surrounded by his beloved collectibles. This contrast between his public and private personas will add an intriguing layer to his character, keeping viewers on their toes.
My Dearest Nemesis is poised to become a standout romantic comedy for viewers to enjoy throughout its run. The series premieres on February 17 on tvN.
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