SBS’s upcoming rom-com drama ‘Would You Marry Me’, starring Choi Woo-shik and Jung So-min, centers on a 90-day fake marriage arrangement to win a luxurious newlywed home. The series is written by Lee Ha-na and directed by Song Hyun-wook.
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Amid the legacy of South Korea’s oldest bread-making family and the hurdles faced by a small design firm, ‘Would You Marry Me’ promises to serve up romance with a side of laughter and heartfelt drama. The show cleverly uses the ever-popular contract marriage setup while weaving in the realities of daily struggles, offering both comedy and sincerity.
Choi Woo-shik brings to life Kim Woo-joo, the heir to the renowned Myungsoondang bakery brand. Returning to his family business as the new head of marketing, he appears composed and confident but lives under the constant weight of responsibility. His steady life takes an unexpected turn when he Yoo becomes involved in a fake marriage deal with Yoo Mary (played by Jung So-min).
As Choi Woo-shik’s new drama approaches, now is the perfect time to revisit the series and films that showcase each actor’s strengths in romance and other genres. Here are some of his most popular works to binge-watch before ‘Would You Marry Me’ premieres.
Choi Woo-shik’s Must-Watch Roles
Series: Our Beloved Summer (2021)
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Choi Woo-shik, Kim Da-mi, Kim Sung-cheol, Roh Jeong-eui
Total episodes: 16
Choi Woo-shik portrays Choi Ung, a free-spirited illustrator who, as an adult, is thrust back into the public eye when a high school documentary he filmed with his ex becomes viral. The series blends nostalgia, humor, and ache as former lovers reunite and confront past wounds and present feelings.
Choi’s relaxed charm and impeccable comic timing showcase his softer, more melancholic side. His chemistry with co-star Kim Da-mi (as Kook Yeon-soo) is undeniably heartwarming in ‘Our Beloved Summer’. The drama deserves a spot on your watchlist for its perfect blend of high school nostalgia and the heartfelt journey of reunited lovers.
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Series: A Killer Paradox (2024)
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Choi Woo-shik, Son Suk-ku, Lee Hee-jun
Total episodes: 8
In a departure from his usual rom-com roles, Choi Woo-shik stars as Lee Tang in the dark crime thriller ‘A Killer Paradox.’ The series follows Lee Tang, a college student who accidentally kills a serial killer and grapples with the moral fallout while being pursued by obsessive detective Jang Nan-gam (played by Son Suk-ku). The role showcases Choi’s range as he navigates psychological tension and black humor — offering viewers a chance to see the actor beyond his romantic roles.
Series: Melo Movie (2025)
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Choi Woo-shik, Park Bo-young, Lee Jun-young, Jeon So-nee
Total episodes: 10
A romantic comedy with a cinephile twist, ‘Melo Movie’ pairs Choi Woo-shik with Park Bo-young. Choi plays Ko Gyeom, an actor-turned-critic whose professional and personal life becomes entangled with aspiring filmmaker Kim Mu-bee (played by Park Bo-young). The show is a love letter to movies and rom-com energy, and Choi Woo-shik’s chemistry in this project underscores why he can bring both comedy and tenderness to the upcoming K-Drama ‘Would You Marry Me’.
Movie: Wonderland (2024)
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Tang Wei, Bae Suzy, Park Bo-gum, Jung Yu-mi, Choi Woo-shik
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes
A meditative sci-fi romance from director Kim Tae-yong, ‘Wonderland’ imagines an AI service that allows the grieving to communicate with simulated versions of lost loved ones. Choi Woo-shik plays Kim Hyun-soo, a rookie planner at the Wonderland program who becomes entangled in the fragile and often painful stories of its users.
The film balances speculative ideas with intimate human moments, and Choi’s restrained, empathetic performance highlights his ability to convey subtle emotional beats—an asset that adds depth to his romantic lead work in ‘Would You Marry Me.’
Movie: Parasite (2019)
Where to watch: SonyLIV
Cast: Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Choi Woo-shik, Park So-dam
Duration: 2 hour 12 minutes
Bong Joon-ho’s genre-bending social thriller ‘Parasite’ follows the poor Kim family as they infiltrate the lives of a wealthy household. Choi Woo-shik stars as Kim Ki-woo, the son who poses as an English tutor and helps set the family’s scheme in motion.
Parasite won major international awards, including the Palme d’Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival and four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film. The film introduced Choi to a global audience, showcasing his range from sly humor to tense, dramatic moments. Watching this performance makes it easy to see how he can pivot between comedy and serious emotion in his upcoming K-Drama ‘Would You Marry Me.’
These K-Dramas and movies make the perfect binge-watch lineup before diving into the quirky journey of Kim Woo-joo (Choi Woo-shik). With three teasers already released, fans have glimpsed the sharp contrast between Woo-joo’s cold, perfectionist charm and Yoo Mary’s spirited determination, sparking curiosity about their evolving relationship.
From the glimpses so far, viewers can expect a heartfelt mix of humor, tension, and tender moments as the duo navigates their 90-day contract marriage in ‘Would You Marry Me.’
The series is set to premiere on October 10, 2025, at 9:50 PM KST (6:20 PM IST) on SBS in South Korea, with international streaming available on Disney+.
Written by Srishti Pandey
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