“I was hired to find corruption. Instead, I found her. And now I don’t know which one I want to expose more…” Noh- Ki Jun
Welcome to ‘Filing for Love’, the 2026 tvN workplace comedy that turns office politics into a battleground for hearts. Created by Yang Hee-seung, written by Yeo Eun-ho, and directed by Lee So-hyun, the series stars Shin Hae-sun, Gong Myung, Kim Jae-wook, and Hong Hwa-yeon. It follows an audit department head with a secret, her demoted former ace, and an anonymous tip about a workplace affair that changes everything.
Starring: Shin Hae-sun, Gong Myung, Kim Jae-wook, Hong Hwa-yeon
Director: Lee So-hyun
Writer: Yeo Eun-ho
Creator: Yang Hee-seung
Episodes: 12
Network: tvN
Where to Watch: TVING (Korea), Viki, Amazon Prime Video (Selected regions)
The Plot
Noh Ki-jun (Gong Myung) was the star of Haemu Group’s internal audit team, a key figure who uncovered a corruption case within management. His anticipated rise to glory seemed inevitable. Then Joo In-ah (Shin Hae-sun) arrived.
As the new head of the Audit Department, In-ah is the ‘youngest female executive’ at Haemu Group and also the group’s ‘problem.’ She comes across as a ruthless career woman, but she isn’t completely cold. She actually enjoys pulling pranks and lightening the mood. However, once offended, she becomes icy and chilling; her unpredictable, emotionless nature makes her even more intimidating, almost like a madwoman.
Ki-jun’s punishment for his ‘success’? He is demoted from Audit Team 1, the elite team he commanded, to Audit Team 3, a group of ‘losers’ assigned the most menial task: Public Morals (PM). His job now is resolving minor workplace conflicts instead of investigating major scandals.
Then he receives an anonymous tip alleging that Joo In-ah is engaged in a workplace affair. Ki-jun sees it as his chance to get back at his boss and reclaim his position. But as he digs deeper into the investigation, he realises In-ah isn’t who he thought she was. A fragile alliance forms between them, and their rivalry slowly turns into an unexpected attraction, all while they navigate the treacherous waters of corporate politics, succession wars, and the secrets hidden behind Haemu Group’s polished façade
The Characters
Joo In-ah (Played by Shin Hae-sun)
Head of the Audit Department at Haemu Group, the youngest female executive, and the group’s ‘problem,’ Shin Hae-sun delivers a career-defining performance as a woman who is ruthless, unpredictable, and utterly captivating. She enjoys pulling pranks, but once offended, she becomes icy and chilling, almost like a madwoman. Her character’s layers of professional brilliance, hidden vulnerability, and a secret that could destroy her make her one of the most compelling leads of the year.
Noh Ki-jun (Played by Gong Myung)
Assistant manager of Haemu Group Audit Team 1 until In-ah demoted him to Audit Team 3, a team of ‘losers’ assigned the menial task of Public Morals. Gong Myung shines as Ki-jun, a man who went from star investigator to scandal handler overnight. His journey from vengeful subordinate to reluctant partner to something more is both hilarious and heartfelt.
Jeon Jae-yeol (Played by Kim Jae-wook)
Executive Vice Chairman of Haemu Group, a third-generation chaebol heir, high-achieving student, and devoted son who never rebelled. Behind his perfect image lies a deep wound: his biological mother was kicked out after contracting a serious illness. As Chairman Jeon steps back due to health issues, Jae-yeol clashes with his half-brother over succession. Kim Jae-wook brings gravitas and hidden depth to a character caught between duty and desire.
Park Ah-jung (Played by Hong Hwa-yeon)
Jae-yeol’s secretary and Ki-jun’s ex-girlfriend of two years, Hong Hwa-yeon brings subtle complexity to Ah-jung, who has kept her guard up after realizing that her beautiful appearance often makes her life more difficult. Her presence adds layers of romantic tension and workplace intrigue.
Why This Drama is Your Next Binge-Watch
- Shin Hae-sun’s masterful performance: Known for her range, Shin Hae-sun creates an unforgettable character—unpredictable, intimidating, yet secretly playful. Her In-ah is a woman you can’t look away from and can’t quite figure out.
- Gong Myung’s breakout leading role: The actor delivers charm, frustration, and growing vulnerability as Ki-jun. His chemistry with Shin Hae-sun evolves from antagonistic bickering to genuine warmth, a slow burn that pays off beautifully.
- A workplace comedy with real stakes: Unlike light office romances, ‘Filing for Love’ tackles corporate corruption, succession wars, and the cost of ambition. The laughs come from character interactions, not from avoiding real consequences.
- Kim Jae-wook’s charismatic presence: As the wounded heir caught in a succession battle, Kim Jae-wook adds weight and seriousness, balancing the lighter moments with genuine drama.
- Complex female relationships: In-ah’s dynamic with the other women in the office, including her relationship with Ah-jung, avoids clichés, showing female ambition as complicated rather than villainous
A Deeper Look
At its core, ‘Filing for Love’ explores ambition, reputation, and the question of what we are willing to sacrifice for success. In-ah has clawed her way to the top in a male-dominated corporate world, only to face constant rumours about how she got there. Ki-jun wants his position back but discovers that the game he is playing might be rigged against people like him.
The drama also examines the weaponisation of personal lives in professional settings. The anonymous tip about a workplace affair is designed to destroy In-ah’s career, not to expose wrongdoing. Filing for Love shows how often investigations target women’s personal lives rather than their professional conduct, and how easily reputations can be dismantled.
Through Ki-jun’s journey from antagonist to ally, the series asks whether redemption is possible for those who participate in systems that tear others down. Can he prove himself by helping In-ah, or has he already crossed a line?
The Final Verdict
While the pacing occasionally falters and some secondary plots feel underdeveloped, Filing for Love succeeds as both a laugh-out-loud office comedy and a genuinely tense corporate thriller. Shin Hae-sun and Gong Myung’s electric chemistry elevates familiar tropes, and Kim Jae-wook’s supporting turn adds necessary gravitas. It’s not perfect, but it’s impossible to stop watching.
The youngest female executive with a secret. The demoted star who wants to take her down. The anonymous tip that brings them together. Sometimes the most dangerous office romance is the one you never saw coming.
Written by: Trisha Deka
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