If you are a fan of Go Min-si and Lee Do-hyun, you should add Youth of May to your list of dramas to binge-watch!

The melodrama series premiered on May 3 and ended on June 8, 2021, after 12 episodes.

Set in 1980, the story tells of a beautiful love story between the two main characters that will have you reaching for the tissue box.

Today we'll give you three reasons why you should add this to your watch list!

Synopsis

The story revolves around two people in their youth that fall in love.

It sounds like yet another romantic K-drama but the movie goes deeper into the characters during the Gwangju Uprising which is a painful memory in Korea.

The movement was led by students seeking democracy for 10 days between May 18 and 28, 1980, and hundreds of people were killed by the military's armed suppression of demonstrators.

Hee Tae, played by Lee Do-hyun, is a smart medical student at Seoul National University College of Medicine.

He is introduced to Myung Hee, played by Go Min-si, who plays a nurse saving up for airfare to go study in Germany.

The two fall in love like fate during one of the most tragic times in Korea.

The two characters play an important role in the Gwangju Uprising.

The character Soo Ryeon, played by Keum Sae-rok is introduced as the black sheep of a wealthy family. She is at the frontlines of the labor and democratic movement fighting for the rights of workers.

Her brother Soo Chan, played by Lee Sang-yi, returns to Korea after studying abroad in France to help run their family's multimillion-dollar business in his hometown of Gwangju.

He attracts many women with his handsome looks and great personality, but he does not want to get married.

The 12-episode melodrama tells a romantic love story in a touching and unexpected way.

While the series is set during one of the biggest movements in Korea, it focuses more on the characters' blossoming love for one another. 

You won't be disappointed with how their romance is played out!

Rising Actors

The series features new rising actors that we can't get enough of.

Lee Do-hyun

Lee Do-hyun is regarded as the new treasure among the public in Korea. 

Since the second half of 2020, he has appeared in major hit shows such as Hotel Del Luna, Sweet Home, and 18 Again.

Whether it's a supporting role or a leading role, he has left a strong impression on his audience.

In this new drama, Lee Do-hyun continues to captivate the audience with his amazing acting and charming smile.

Go Min-si

Go Min-si is also a talented new rising actress in Korea.

She was dubbed Netflix's daughter because she has appeared in three consecutive Netflix shows and gained huge recognition from the Korean audience for her talent and beauty.

Her acting is also highly praised as she is able to effortlessly play diverse characters.

Go Min-si and Lee Do-hyun also acted alongside each other in the Netflix series Sweet Home, so the chemistry felt very natural.

The actress starred in many hit projects such as Love Alarm, My Sassy Girl, and Welcome to Waikiki.

Keum Sae-rok & Lee Sang-yi

Keum Sae-rok is a very beautiful actress, so it's no surprise that all eyes are on her.

Her acting certainly shined through in the drama and left the audience in awe.

Lee Sang-yi also showcased impressive acting in the drama as the wealthy, handsome man with incredible charm.

The Fashion

Since the series was set in 1980, you could catch some beautiful vintage looks the characters wore, along with the retro scenery and music from the 1980s.

The fashion looks worn by the characters were beautiful and fit the characters well.

Keum Sae-rok wore cute and classy dresses that fit her innocent character.

Go Min-si wore feminine and bright outfits that suit her character well.

You could tell that the stylists really put in a lot of work to bring the characters come to life!

With a captivating storyline, talented rising actors, and beautiful fashion, this new K-drama Youth of May is something you definitely do not want to miss!

Grab a snack and a tissue box and invite your friends over for a viewing party this weekend.