Airing every Wednesday night at 10:40 PM, with special broadcasts of episodes 1 and 2 on May 6th (Tue) and 7th (Wed), 'Spring of Youth' (written by Kim Min-chul, directed by Kim Sung-yong) is a youth music romance drama.
It tells the story of 'Sagye', a star of the top K-pop band, who gets kicked out of the team and, through twists and turns, starts college life where he fatefully meets 'Kim Bom' and makes a splendid comeback.
Directed by Kim Sung-yong, known for 'The Veil' and 'My Dearest', and produced by the 'band powerhouse' FNC, in collaboration with 'drama kingdom' SBS, 'Spring of Youth' is spotlighted as the sole 'youth music romance' following the 2009 sensation 'You're Beautiful'.
The fresh casting combination of Ha Yoo-jun, Park Ji-hoo, and Lee Seung-hyub is expected to double the fun of this youth drama, known for its heart-fluttering excitement.
On the 21st, the team behind 'Spring of Youth' released the first scenes featuring Ha Yoo-jun as Sagye, the leader of 'The Crown', a top K-pop band and emperor of the Billboard charts.
In the drama, Sagye, nicknamed 'the child blessed by the gods', showcases the true essence of a world-class top star during a successful concert.
Under the dazzling lights, Sagye captivates with his otherworldly visuals, mesmerizing guitar performance, and powerful vocals that seem to shake the stage, commanding the atmosphere.
Moreover, his signature pose, raising his arms in sync with bursting fireworks, earns ecstatic responses from fans, proving his potential as a world-class top star with his exceptional fan service.
Ha Yoo-jun is actually a member of the boy band AxMxP, set to debut in 2025.
In this scene, he generously shares his vocal skills from AxMxP, displaying his charisma on stage and energizing the scene.
Ha Yoo-jun shared his thoughts on joining 'Spring of Youth', saying, "I wanted to challenge myself in various fields, and acting was one of them. Although I still have a lot to learn, I feel like I'm growing and want to continue improving. I hope to pursue both music and acting."
Regarding his character, Sagye, Ha Yoo-jun mentioned, "When I first read the script, Sagye seemed like a fairy to me. As I acted, I added human aspects to him, creating my own version of Sagye. I'm grateful to the writer and director for their feedback, helping me shape the character."
"Every day, my heart races with a mix of fear, anticipation, worry, and excitement. It's a thrilling time," Ha Yoo-jun expressed, eagerly awaiting the premiere of his first lead role. "I'll remember this feeling and give my all until the end."
Lastly, Ha Yoo-jun said, "I had a great time filming, and I believe the positive atmosphere on set will translate to the viewers. I'll continue to grow in both music and acting. Please look forward to it."
The production team praised Ha Yoo-jun, saying, "'Spring of Youth'' Sagye, with his exceptional musical talent and star quality, yet pure and clear like water, is a character that Ha Yoo-jun perfectly embodies, enhancing the charm by 20000%. We're excited to see how this promising newcomer will bring a fresh breeze to youth dramas through 'Spring of Youth'."
'Spring of Youth' episodes 1 and 2 will air back-to-back on May 6th (Tue) and 7th (Wed) at 10:40 PM, followed by weekly broadcasts every Wednesday night at the same time.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)