Love Me returns this Friday, January 2, 2026, with Episodes 5 and 6, continuing the emotional journey of its interconnected characters after a pivotal breakup and reconciliation. The JTBC drama, a remake of the Swedish series รlska mig, airs two new episodes weekly, exploring loneliness, family secrets, and the search for connection.
The new episodes will premiere on Friday, January 2, at 8:50 PM Korea Standard Time (KST) on the JTBC network. For international viewers, the series is available to stream with subtitles on Viki. In South Korea, episodes are also available on TVING and Netflix.
What Happened in Episodes 3 and 4?
The central conflict between Seo Jun-kyung (Seo Hyun-jin) and Joo Do-hyun (Chang Ryul) reached a breaking point. Do-hyun’s revelation that he has a son, a secret he kept from Jun-kyung, led to their immediate breakup in Episode 4. Jun-kyung, an obstetrician-gynecologist who projects confidence but harbors deep loneliness and a seven-year-old family secret, felt betrayed by the lie.
“She broke up with him because of his lies,” notes a recap of the fallout, highlighting the breach of trust.
However, the episode ended on a note of potential reconciliation. The two characters were able to have a conversation and “clear the situation” regarding Do-hyun’s son, leaving the door open for their strained relationship to heal.
Other storylines saw significant development. Seo Jin-ho (Yoo Jae-myung), a widower shattered by his wife Mi-ran’s death, began to slowly move on by spending more time with Bae Su-jin (Lee Ji-hye), a development that started in Episodes 3 and 4. Meanwhile, Jun-kyung’s brother, Seo Jun-seo (Lee Si-woo), continued to struggle with academic pressures and his complicated relationship with Yun Sol (Kim Sha-na), a pairing that observers note is “quite incompatible” and may face further challenges.
Cast and Character Details
The series features a strong ensemble cast portraying a web of familial and romantic relationships.
- Seo Hyun-jin as Seo Jun-kyung: A successful OB/GYN hiding profound loneliness and a secret past that caused her to distance herself from her family seven years ago.
- Yoo Jae-myung as Seo Jin-ho: Jun-kyung and Jun-seo’s father, a man navigating grief and finding new beginnings after the loss of his wife.
- Lee Si-woo as Seo Jun-seo: Jun-kyung’s younger brother, a university student grappling with studies and personal relationships.
- Chang Ryul as Joo Do-hyun: The man who recognizes Jun-kyung’s loneliness and becomes entangled in her life, now working to rebuild trust after hiding his son.
- Dahyun (of TWICE) as Ji Hye-on: A character whose presence and “angelic voice” add another layer to the drama’s exploration of art and connection.
- Yoon Se-ah in a key supporting role.
Other crucial supporting characters include Lee Ji-hye as Bae Su-jin, Oh Dong-min as Jeon Hyeong-jun, and Gong Sung-ha as Im Yun-ju.
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Where to Watch ‘Love Me’ Globally
The release schedule for Love Me follows a consistent weekly pattern. Here is the timeline for the upcoming episodes and where to watch them.
| Region | Platform | Release Schedule (Episodes 5 & 6) |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | JTBC (Broadcast) | Friday, Jan 2, 8:50 PM KST |
| South Korea | TVING, Netflix | After TV broadcast |
| International | Viki | After broadcast, with subtitles |
The drama is slated for a total of 12 episodes, with the series finale expected on January 23, 2026. New episodes air every Friday at the same time, with two episodes dropped back-to-back each week.
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