Twelve years after its release, the legendary K-drama My Love from the Star is making waves again online this time breaking records with over 14.5 billion views.
Starring Kim Soo-hyun and Jun Ji-hyun, the 2013 fantasy-romance series has seen a resurgence in popularity across social media, with fans sharing clips of iconic scenes featuring the couple’s unforgettable chemistry. The drama remains a cultural milestone in Korean entertainment and is often mentioned among the most classic K-dramas of all time.
Upon its initial release, My Love from the Star ignited a phenomenon across Asia. Within just three months, the show amassed a staggering 14.5 billion views a record-breaking achievement at the time.
The story follows Do Min-joon, an alien who lands on Earth during the Joseon Dynasty in 1609. After saving his first love and missing the chance to return home, he’s forced to live on Earth for over 400 years. In the present day, Min-joon lives as a university professor, preparing to finally return to his planet—until fate places superstar Cheon Song-yi next door. What begins as friction evolves into love, but their romance faces cosmic complications as time runs out.
The duo’s on-screen chemistry helped fuel the show’s high ratings, which peaked at 24% nationwide. At the 2014 Baeksang Arts Awards, Kim Soo-hyun was nominated for Best Actor, while Jun Ji-hyun took home the Daesang (Grand Prize) for television.
Since the series, Kim Soo-hyun has continued to dominate the industry, although he has recently faced scandal-related setbacks linked to the late actress Kim Sae-ron. Meanwhile, Jun Ji-hyun remains a beloved figure and is set to return to the small screen with Tempest, where she stars alongside Kang Dong-won.
The revival of My Love from the Star proves the lasting power of a well-written romance, strong performances, and timeless chemistry. Even in 2025, this interstellar love story continues to capture hearts across generations and continents.
Sources: kenh14