K-Drama Quick Preview: “The Secret Romantic Guesthouse” Promises Flower Boys and Sweet Love Stories

Reeling in viewers, The Secret Romantic Guesthouse has launched quite a parade of teasers!

The Secret Romantic Guesthouse tells the story of a boarding house owner and three handsome scholars.

Before the first broadcast on March 20, take a quick peek at the series.

The Plot Sketch

Billed as a mystery romance among close-knit four youths, the series stars Shin Ye Eun as the boarding house owners while Ryeoun, Kang Hoon and Jung Gun Joo take the roles of the three scholars.

Accordingly, Ahn Nae Sang, Oh Man Seok, In Gyo Jin, Lee Mi Do, Han Chae Ah, Lee Jun Hyeok, Hyun Woo, and Hwang Boreum Byeol are announced to join the main cast.

The Characters

Challenging her first historical series, Shin Ye Eun (More Than Friends) portrays the role of Yoon Dan-oh. Her breezy life as a cherished youngest daughter changed and she finds herself becoming the family’s breadwinner.

In charge of running a boarding house renting out spaces to scholars all over the country, she meets young men of different and interesting colors.

First, Ryeoun (Through The Darkness, 18 Again) takes on her first historical drama as Kang-san. He is preparing for the state exam and is accustomed to being alone. When he enters the guest house run by Dan-oh, he opens his heart not just to her but to fellow scholars.

Next, Kang Hoon (The Red Sleeve, Little Women) plays the cool, amiable and attractive Kim Si-yeol. He is a fearless man who can’t stand injustice. At the inn, he becomes the best friend of Dan-oh. They often bicker but he gives her dating advice.

Lastly, Jung Gun Joo (Oh My Baby) portrays the role of Jung Yu-ha, a noble scholar from an elite family. He has a delicate personality but empathizes well with other person’s feelings. Through hard work, he nurtured his intellect to gain recognition for his presence. He is comforted by Dan-oh’s encouragement as he prepares for the exam.

The Creative Team

Penning the script are writers Kwon Eun Mi (Woman With A Suitcase, Gapdong, Royal Family) and Kim Ja Hyun (Bukchon Banseonbi’s Path to Success); the drama will be directed by Kim Jung Min of Royal Secret Agent, Grand Prince and The Princess’ Man fame.

Source: kdramadiary