tvN’s upcoming romantic comedy, “Petty Love,” revealed its complete cast, but the announcement sparked debate due to the age difference between the lead actors, Lee Jung Jae and Lim Ji Yeon. While the supporting cast gained positive reactions, the leads’ pairing caused concerns among viewers.
The Cast and Their Roles
“Petty Love” tells a “hate-to-love story.” Lee Jung Jae plays Lim Hyun Joon, a veteran detective actor who dreams of becoming a romance expert. Lim Ji Yeon takes on the role of Wi Jung Shin, a former award-winning political journalist demoted to the entertainment desk.
The supporting cast includes:
- Kim Ji Hoon, known for “Flower of Evil,” plays a conglomerate heir turned sports journalist.
- Seo Ji Hye from “Crash Landing On You” portrays a role-model journalist.
- Kim Hyun Jin, a rookie actor from YG Entertainment, plays Lee Jung Jae’s younger brother.
- Jin Ho Eun from “Love In The Big City” plays Lim Ji Yeon’s younger brother.
Viewer Reactions and Age Gap Concerns
Despite the detailed cast announcement, many viewers expressed skepticism about the lead pairing. Some believe that Kim Ji Hoon would have better chemistry with Lim Ji Yeon. Others questioned why the 52-year-old Lee Jung Jae was cast in a romantic comedy with the 34-year-old Lim Ji Yeon.
Netizen reactions include:
“A rom-com with Lee Jung Jae…? No way. Please tell me the lead is Kim Ji Hoon.”
“Lee Jung Jae is way too old.”
“What the—”
“Kim Ji Hoon would have been a better cast for Lee Jung Jae’s role… This is kind of ridiculous.”
“There are literally so many actors who are in [Lim Ji Yeon’s] age range.”
“Looking forward to Kim Ji Hoon, though.”
“WDYM Lee Jung Jae’s younger brother? More like his son…”
The age gap between Lee Jung Jae and Lim Ji Yeon became a central point of discussion. Many felt that actors closer in age to Lim Ji Yeon would have been a more suitable choice.
Future of “Petty Love”
“Petty Love” is scheduled to premiere on October 27, 2025. It remains to be seen if tvN can overcome the current backlash and create a successful K-Drama. The audience will wait to see if the chemistry on screen can change the current perception.
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Source: theqoo
