When Life Gives You Tangerines is a heartfelt Korean drama set on the peaceful island of Jeju. It tells the story of Ae-sun, a bold girl with big dreams, and Gwan-sik, a quiet and loyal boy who always stands by her. Their journey shows how love, friendship, and dreams stay strong even through life’s toughest moments.
Title: When Life Gives You Tangerines
- Country: South Korean
- Language: Hindi Dubbed
- Episodes: 16
- Duration: 58 min. per episode
- Genre: Romance, Life, Drama
- Aired On: Mar 28, 2025
- Director: Kim Won-seok
Main Roles
- IU (Lee Ji-eun) as Oh Ae-sun
A strong-minded and hopeful young woman who wants to be a poet, even when life is hard. - Park Bo-gum as Yang Gwan-sik
A calm and loyal boy who deeply cares for Ae-sun and supports her through everything. - Moon So-ri as Older Ae-sun
Shows Ae-sun as an adult looking back on her life and love. - Park Hae-joon as Older Gwan-sik
Plays Gwan-sik in later years, still standing by Ae-sun with quiet strength.
Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, who grow up together on Jeju Island. Ae-sun dreams of writing poems and living freely, while Gwan-sik wants nothing more than to stay close to her and protect her. As they grow older, life brings many challenges, from personal losses to family pressure and changing times.
Their bond is tested again and again, but their feelings never fade. Through joy, sadness, and the passing of years, they stay connected by love, trust, and shared memories. The story moves gently through time, showing the beauty of simple moments and the strength of lasting love.
- Beautiful Love Story: A quiet, emotional romance that grows with time.
- Peaceful Jeju Setting: The island scenery adds calm and charm to every scene.
- Strong Characters: Ae-sun and Gwan-sik’s journey is full of heart and growth.
- Emotional and Real: It’s about real people, real struggles, and real feelings.
- Amazing Acting: IU and Park Bo-gum give deep, memorable performances.
The drama ends with a gentle and emotional look at how Ae-sun and Gwan-sik’s love survives the years. It doesn’t focus on big twists but instead on small, touching moments. It shows that true love is steady, even when life is not perfect. It’s a beautiful ending to a meaningful journey.
