What is Destined with You (TV) About?
Destined with You is a South Korean television drama series that premiered in 2023, merging elements of the supernatural with the narrative of a poignant love story. The series follows the life of Jang Shin-yu, a skilled lawyer who is ensnared by a curse that dates back hundreds of years. His fate intertwines with Lee Hong-jo, a civil servant working in the Department of Greenery at Onju City Hall. The story ensues as a forbidden book, sealed for three centuries, finds its way into Hong-jo's possession, drawing both characters into a complex web of fate and magic. As Hong-jo inadvertently becomes the custodian of the key to Shin-yu’s freedom, the two develop a deep and unexpected romance. Across its run on JTBC, and also available on Netflix in certain territories, the show explores themes of destiny, forbidden knowledge, and the intertwining of past and present. The cast includes Jo Bo-ah as the determined Lee Hong-jo and Rowoon as the cursed but defiant Jang Shin-yu, with Ha Jun and Yura playing pivotal roles in the unfolding narrative. Destined with You captivates viewers with its blend of mystical and mundane, setting the stage for an intriguing exploration of whether love can truly break the shackles of an age-old curse.
The first episode of Destined with You aired on August 23, 2023 and the most recent episode to air was on October 12, 2023.