MBC’s highly anticipated drama 'Motel California' (written by Lee Seo Yoon, and directed by Kim Hyung Min and Lee Jae Jin) has unveiled its first poster, featuring lead actors Lee Se Young and Na In Woo. The rooftop scene between the two evokes the tender yet bittersweet emotions of a first love revisited after years apart.
Set to premiere on January 10, 2025, 'Motel California' follows the story of Ji Kang Hee (Lee Se Young), a woman who grew up in a rural motel, and her unexpected reunion with her first love, Cheon Yeon Soo (Na In Woo), 12 years after leaving her hometown. Adapted from Shim Yoon Seo’s 2019 novel Home, Bitter Home, the drama promises an emotional journey of rediscovery, healing, and rekindled romance.
Lee Se Young, known as a 'trusted queen of romance,' portrays Kang Hee, a resilient interior designer who has weathered life’s challenges. Na In Woo, following his breakout in The Jinx’s Lover, takes on the role of Yeon Soo, a kind-hearted veterinarian whose life is upended after reuniting with Kang Hee. Their first-ever collaboration has generated excitement among fans eager to see their chemistry unfold on screen.
The main poster encapsulates the emotional complexity of their characters. Perched side by side on the railing of 'Motel California’s rooftop, Kang Hee and Yeon Soo look in opposite directions, symbolizing the emotional distance between them despite their physical closeness. The faded neon motel sign in the background adds a nostalgic touch, hinting at the history and unresolved emotions that bind the two.
'Motel California' itself plays a pivotal role in the narrative. As Kang Hee’s childhood home, it is both a source of fond memories and lingering pain. The drama will explore how this seemingly ordinary motel becomes a stage for revisiting the past and facing long-buried truths. For Kang Hee and Yeon Soo, the motel symbolizes both the weight of their shared history and the potential for a fresh start.
'Motel California' promises to weave a heartfelt story of love, loss, and renewal. As Kang Hee and Yeon Soo navigate the distance of 12 years and the scars of their past, viewers are invited to join their journey of healing and rediscovery.
Don’t miss 'Motel California' every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM, starting January 10, 2025, only on MBC.
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