Ratings: IMDB: 8.6/10 MyDramaList: 8.8/10
Release Date: February 12, 2022
Genres: Romance, Coming-of-Age, Drama
Country of Origin: South Korea
Director: Jung Ji-hyun
Language: Korean
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Summary
Set during the late 1990s, Twenty-Five Twenty-One follows the intertwined lives of Na Hee-do, an aspiring fencer, and Baek Yi-jin, a young man whose family faces financial ruin during the IMF crisis. The story unfolds over multiple timelines, showing how their bond evolves as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, love, and ambition.
Na Hee-do, despite setbacks, dreams of joining the national fencing team. Her fierce determination catches the attention of Baek Yi-jin, who struggles to rebuild his life after his family’s bankruptcy. The two form a deep friendship that blossoms into a nuanced romance as they support each other through life’s adversities. Through its portrayal of friendship, love, and loss, the series highlights the resilience of youth in turbulent times.
The narrative is framed by Hee-do’s daughter, who discovers her mother’s diaries, offering a nostalgic glimpse into her mother’s past and reflecting on how relationships can shape one’s life journey.
Awards:
- 2022 Baeksang Arts Awards:
- Best Actress – Kim Tae-ri
- Most Popular Actress – Kim Tae-ri
- Asian Academy Creative Awards:
- Best Drama Series
- Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards
- Excellence Award, actress – Kim Ji-yeon
Appearance/Cast
- Kim Tae-ri – Na Hee-do
- Nam Joo-hyuk – Baek Yi-jin
- Bona – Ko Yu-rim
- Choi Hyun-wook – Moon Ji-woong
- Lee Joo-myung – Ji Seung-wan
