Second Shot at Love is set to premiere on Monday the 12th at 8:50 PM — and it’s already shaking up the romance genre with a sober twist.
This refreshingly grounded love story follows a woman who prides herself on being a “high-functioning drinker” as she unexpectedly reunites with her first love — a man who despises alcohol. What unfolds is a heartfelt and humorous journey as she attempts to quit drinking for the first time, all while navigating tangled relationships that fizz with tension and charm, much like a perfectly curated food-and-drink pairing.
Han Geum-joo (Choi Sooyoung) and Seo Eui-joon (Gong Myung), a duo with chemistry as irresistible as chicken and cola. Once drinking buddies, their reunion brings a lively clash of banter, tension, and unresolved feelings. As they embark on the sobriety challenge together, their salty-sweet dynamic keeps viewers guessing — are they destined to be soulmates or just a recipe for disaster?
Adding depth to the emotional spread are Kim Gwang-ok (Kim Sung Ryung) and Han Jeong-soo (Kim Sang Ho), a longtime couple with the comforting richness of makgeolli and jeon. Their playful bickering masks a deep, enduring bond that speaks to the quiet warmth of everyday love — imperfect but nourishing.
Meanwhile, Han Hyun-joo (Jo Yoon Hee) brings the bittersweet complexity of hidden soju sips. A mother of twins juggling family chaos and her own quiet moments of escape, her story reflects the fatigue of daily life — and the fleeting sweetness that a brief pause can offer. It’s relatable, raw, and gently funny.
Second Shot at Love stirs together characters whose connections are harder to break than the drinking habits they’re trying to quit. From effervescent flirtation to bittersweet realism, the drama teases a blend of laughter, longing, and life’s small but powerful moments. Whether you’re a casual drinker or teetotaler, this “sobriety romance” is brewed for empathy and entertainment.
Ready to toast to second chances? Tune in for the premiere of Second Shot at Love on Monday the 12th at 8:50 PM on tvN.
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