Unforgettable Moments from Nothing But You
Premiere Reminder: Hello, Me! (2021)
Hello, dear MDL readers!
This time I will try to take you along on the most fantastical and comical
journey of what is left of winter!
Fair Warning: This article contains spoilers about the story,
cast, teasers, trailers, or any other information known to the large public.
Notice: Can be easily read in both light and dark mode!
Also known as:: Hi? It's Me
Airs On: Wednesday, & Thursday | Country: South Korea | Duration: 35 minutes.
It will also be airing with English subtitles in high quality on Netflix.
Ban Ha Ni is a 37-years-old woman, who lost her true essence of what she used to be or even the will to dream long ago. She is trying to work hard, keeping on doing all kind of things and taking on different challenges, just to maintain a living with her part-time job, that might just flow out the window anytime now. This situation is about to get out of control because soon enough, her last straw of patience will blow up! At first, it might seem she is a scary person because of reckless temperament, that gets the best and worst out of her, precisely when the timing could not be more unfavorable. She once used to be a composed person with a timid side. One day, out of the blue, the 17-year-old Ban Ha Ni from the past comes to 37-year-old Ban Ha Ni. 17-year-old Ban Ha Ni is totally different from her older self. The younger Ban Ha Ni is bright and optimistic, with a smile that can light up the room.
The producers commented, “Imagining what you will be like 10, 20 years after you’re a student is an experience everyone has had. The person who has the most interest and expectations for your future self is none other than yourself. Even if you come to face a future that your past ambitious self could never have imagined, we wanted to send a message of comfort saying, ‘You’re doing very well’ through touching eye contact.”
(Translation source: Soompi)
Choi Kang Hee as Ban Ha Ni, "Her bleak outlook on life is evidenced by her downcast face as she dons a squid costume to promote the new crackers that her company released. As a child, she had dreamed of becoming a celebrity and believed that she could change the world, but one day a sudden event caused both her laughter and her tears to cease. When she meets her 17-year-old self, face to face, however, Ban Ha Ni’s time begins to tick forward once again." (Translation and photo source: Soompi)
Kim Young Kwang as Han Yoo Hyun, "as a second-generation rich heir, lives in luxury as a free-spirited soul who never really grew up. Han Yoo Hyun lives to have fun, which he accomplishes by doing whatever he wants, whether it be playing sports or learning a new language. However, his entire life changes after his father threatens him and he runs into 37-year-old Ban Ha Ni, who shows him a new way of life." (Translation and photo source: Soompi)
Lee Re as Ban Ha Ni [Young], "The two versions of Ban Ha Ni will truly show great chemistry since their first script reading and their synchronization has only improved with each filming. Both actresses also have some similarities in their careers, with both starting to act at an early age and to build up impressive filmographies. The casting of Choi Kang Hee and Lee Re is the strongest weapon that our drama has. Both actors have been pulling off the role of Ban Ha Ni’s two extremes perfectly on set. Even though they’re playing the same character, they work hard to show their similarities and differences.” (Translation and photo source: Soompi)
The entire crew from this mind-blowing comic production is included here: Cast.
The main poster of this story is so delightfully funny!
Two adults who couldn't be more opposite, one being gloomy,
while the other is goofy and playful, get intersected with each other!
(Main poster and translation source: Soompi)
"The poster evokes a comedic yet romantic atmosphere between the two individuals with opposite backgrounds who are certain to influence each other’s lives. The drama’s production team commented, “Seeing Ban Ha Ni in her squid costume and Han Yoo Hyun leaning on her might make you think that they’re just an ordinary woman in her 30s going through the off season of her life and a man who is forever childish like Peter Pan. However, we actually wanted to show that Ban Ha Ni possesses an inner strength so tough that someone can rely on her completely, that Han Yoo Hyun has a heart that is pure and warm enough to melt someone else’s heart, and that one day he will grow up to become an adult.”
This has to be one of the most hilarious trailers I've stumbled upon in a very long time!
(Oh no, I've started to roll down in my room,
while being on the chair with tears of laughter!)
(Official video and photo source: The Swoon, Netflix)
(Caution: Don't watch this show while eating! It's really dangerous,
if you accidentally choke down!)
So, have I convinced you to watch this premiere or not? If yes, why? If no, then what's your reason?
Feel free to leave your thoughts and opinions in the comments
before or after the premiere on the 17th of February, I'll be waiting patiently!
{Loosely inspired by my previous Premiere Reminder article and my recent drama recap}.
(The last cat drawing source: Apofiss on Deviant Art)
Stay safe and healthy! Goodbye for now!
See you around next time!
Sources: Soompi, here, here, here, MyDramaList, AsianWiki KBS, The Swoon, Netflix. This article was loosely inspired Inspired by my previous Premiere Reminder article and my recent drama recap. All the banners were edited by Cryssy Anne with an online tool called Pixlr X. Wallpapers were found here, Deviant Art, here and here.
Edited by: Yuanwei (1st editor)
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