Kim Young-kwang and Chae Soo-bin are teaming up for an electrifying romantic comedy that’s equal parts heart and voltage. Netflix has confirmed the production of “Take Charge of My Heart,” a quirky yet emotionally charged K-drama that blends corporate drama, supernatural oddities, and swoon-worthy romance — all powered by a most unusual setup: a man with an artificial heart and a woman who literally gives him life.
“Take Charge of My Heart” follows Baek Ho-rang, played by Kim Young-kwang, a third-generation chaebol heir poised to take over his family’s resort empire. Impeccably put together and ruthlessly competent, he has one secret flaw — his heart is artificial, and its battery is dangerously low.
Enter Na Bo-bae, played by Chae Soo-bin, a struggling romance screenwriter with a shocking past. After surviving a lightning strike as a child, her body emits electrical currents that keep her from touching people she loves — until she meets Ho-rang, the only one immune to her touch. In a twist of fate, he offers her a contract she can’t refuse.
It’s a fantastical setup, but one that’s grounded in emotional stakes — a modern fairy tale that plays with themes of loneliness, vulnerability, and the strange mechanics of love. Stories with supernatural romantic obstacles aren’t new in K-drama, with shows like “Goblin,” “My Love from the Star,” “The Legend of the Blue Sea,” and “Doom at Your Service” exploring impossible or fated connections, but “Take Charge of My Heart” stands out with its offbeat premise that feels both fresh and metaphorical.
This also marks a notable return to rom-com for both leads. Kim Young-kwang, last seen in the horror period series “The Haunted Palace” as Gangcheori, shifts gears from eerie folklore to charming chaebol. Though he’s known for more dramatic fare in recent years like “Trigger,” fans will remember his romantic roots in films like “On Your Wedding Day.” His new role revives his natural chemistry for romantic leads, now with a literal ticking clock at the center of the conflict.
Chae Soo-bin, who was recently seen starring in a dreamy Crocs advertisement that caught the attention of K-drama fans online, is also no stranger to the genre. From “The Fabulous” to “I’m Not a Robot,” she’s brought endearing warmth and relatability to complex characters. Her role as Na Bo-bae gives her another chance to shine as a woman whose body reacts to love in unexpected, and often painful, ways.
“Take Charge of My Heart” is directed by Park Su-won, known for “Work Later, Drink Now” season 2 and “Birthcare Center.” The script is written by Song Yu-chae and based on the popular Naver web novel “Charge Me Up” by Haebeon. The series is produced by NEW POINT and WHYNOT MEDIA, with global distribution through Netflix.
With its offbeat setup, magnetic leads, and an emotionally resonant twist on the age-old rom-com formula, “Take Charge of My Heart” looks like a must-watch for anyone craving something new in the K-romance world.
Stay tuned to Hallyu Dorama for more updates on “Take Charge of My Heart,” coming soon to Netflix.
This article was created with the assistance of AI, based on a Netflix Newsroom article, and has been reviewed and edited for accuracy and clarity by the Hallyu Dorama team.