Netflix series 'Boyfriend on Demand' teases a romantic comedy that Seo Inguk and Jisoo will take responsibility for, from relatable reality to dopamine.
Releasing on Mar. 6 (Fri), Boyfriend on Demand is a rom-com about Mirae (Jisoo), a webtoon producer exhausted by real life, who subscribes to and experiences romance through a virtual dating simulation to realize her dream. "Boyfriend on Demand" is both the series title and the fictional virtual dating subscription service that offers the dream dates one longs for in a virtual world. Placed atop the realistic daily life of office workers that we can all relate to, the unique setup of a "dating subscription in a virtual world" promises thrilling excitement.
Above all, the return of Jisoo as a "perfect-fit character" and the meeting with Seo Inguk, a "chemistry master," are already generating heated expectations. With her bright, easygoing image, Jisoo perfectly melts into the role of Mirae, a character who will prompt empathy for real-life struggles, while Seo Inguk, noted for his heart-fluttering chemistry in every romance project, exudes a different charm. The two, playing webtoon producers, are expected to become peculiar late-night workmates who get more tangled the more they try to avoid each other. First, Jisoo plays Mirae, a working woman worn down by real life for whom romance and love have become an afterthought.
The photos released that day captured Mirae heading to work with a tired face. Wearing noise-canceling headphones as if dreaming of cutting off from the world, she dozes off, looking every bit the ordinary office worker. Another photo shows Mirae stamping her feet outdoors in the dead of winter. As viewers grow curious about Mirae's somewhat poignant, dynamic work life, another photo draws attention to Mirae putting on the "Boyfriend on Demand" device with a curious expression. Audiences are eager to see what kind of date will unfold before Mirae as she enters virtual reality, filled with excitement and expectation.
The character "Gyeong-nam," played by Seo Inguk, also raises anticipation with his multifaceted charm. Gyeong-nam is a popular webtoon producer at Naemo Studio, but for some reason he is a colleague Mirae wants to avoid because he is "indecipherable." In the released photos, Gyeong-nam, absorbed in work, gives off an aura of an untouchable "work achiever." Even his indifferent expression when looking at Mirae conveys a subtle distance. But in another photo where Gyeong-nam appears drunk, a cute reversed charm peeks through. His sloppy side, totally different from usual, makes viewers look forward to Gyeong-nam's unexpected appeal.
Jisoo said, "Mirae is a young person who lives diligently and seeks happiness in her own time. Because I thought she was a universal character whom anyone could relate to, I tried to bring out Mirae's emotions well when acting," sparking curiosity. Seo Inguk described Gyeong-nam as "a character who has delicacy beneath a blunt exterior," and said, "There are twists and fun, so please look forward to it," hinting at the interesting changes that will occur for Mirae and Gyeong-nam.
Director Kim Jeong-sik, who directed Boyfriend on Demand, said, "The biggest point of interest is how Mirae, as a character, grows and how the relationship between Mirae and Gyeong-nam changes," adding, "The story depicts Mirae, who was hurt by love in reality, experiencing the virtual world called 'Boyfriend on Demand,' healing herself and finding the courage to love again. Along that journey, I think viewers will empathize with Mirae's emotions and naturally cheer for her."
The thrilling, dream-fulfilling rom-com Boyfriend on Demand, featuring Jisoo and Seo Inguk, will be available on Netflix on Mar. 6 (Fri).<
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