On August 14, Netflix Korea unveiled the official teaser for Romantics Anonymous, instantly igniting excitement among fans in both countries.
The teaser begins with Oguri Shun’s line, “It would be troublesome if you fell for me,” met with’s firm reply, “No, that will never happen.” Just a few seconds were enough to highlight the duo’s fresh chemistry.
The drama is based on the 2010 French film Romantics Anonymous, a heartfelt romance about two socially awkward individuals who connect through their shared love of chocolate. In this adaptation, Oguri Shun plays Sosuke Fujiwara, a perfectionist heir to a confectionery company with extreme OCD, while Han Hyo-joo takes on the role of Lee Hana, a genius chocolatier struggling with social anxiety.
Directed by Sho Tsukikawa, best known for Let Me Eat Your Pancreas, and written by Korean screenwriter Kim Ji-hyun, the series promises a unique blend of Japanese cinematic visuals and Korean emotional storytelling.
Adding to the charm, the teaser features a Japanese remake of Park Hye-kyung’s iconic ballad “Confession”, offering a nostalgic yet refreshing musical touch for Korean and Japanese viewers alike.
Netizens flooded online communities with reactions such as:
- Han Hyo-joo and Oguri Shun? I never imagined this combo, but it’s perfect.”
- Their chemistry already feels electric in just a teaser.
- Netflix is really making me keep my subscription—this pairing is insane.
The drama has already been officially selected for the 30th Busan International Film Festival’s “On Screen” section, where audiences can watch the series on the big screen before its global release.
With Han Hyo-joo’s acclaimed performances across melodrama and action, and Oguri Shun’s legendary status in Japanese cinema, the series is expected to resonate not only in Korea and Japan but also worldwide.
Romantics Anonymous will premiere globally on October 16, 2025 via Netflix.
Sources: Wikitree
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