‘Soulmate’ (Japanese drama) Cast, Release Date, Plot, and Trailer News

Here everything know about Soul Mate (Netflix) Japanese upcoming drama

asianwikiJune 28, 2024

‘Soulmate’, also known as original title: ‘ソウルメイト’, is an upcoming Japanese drama series set to premiere on Netflix in 2025. Directed and written by Shunki Hashizume, the series spans over a decade and is set across Berlin, Seoul, and Tokyo.

TitleDetails
DramaSoul Mate
RomajiSoul Mate
Japaneseソウルメイト
DirectorShunki Hashizume
WriterShunki Hashizume
NetworkNetflix
EpisodesTBA
Release Date2025
RuntimeTBA
LanguageJapanese, Korean
CountryJapan

Plot

The storyline revolves around Ryu Narutaki (played by Hayato Isomura), who flees to Japan after inadvertently ruining his best friend’s life. In a foreign country, he encounters Hwang Yo-Han (played by Ok Taecyeon), a Korean boxer who saves him from peril. Both grappling with deep emotional wounds, they forge a profound connection that transcends their past traumas. Their journey together explores themes of love, life’s meaning, and the challenges of fate.

Cast

  • Hayato Isomura as Ryu Narutaki
  • Ok Taecyeon as Hwang Yo-Han

Production

Ok Taecyeon’s involvement marks his debut in a Japanese Netflix original series, following his previous work in the Japanese film ‘Grand Maison Paris’. The series is anticipated for its exploration of nuanced characters and the chemistry between its lead actors.

Reception

With its global release on Netflix, ‘Soulmate’ is expected to appeal to a wide audience, showcasing Taecyeon’s versatility as an actor and the directorial prowess of Shunki Hashizume.

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