A new teaser for JTBC’s upcoming weekend drama “The Practical Guide to Love” sets the stage for a charming conflict. The video shows the moment the show’s central love triangle ignites, putting its heroine in an awkward spot between two very different suitors. The drama, starring Han Ji Min, Park Sung Hoon, and Lee Ki Taek, is scheduled to begin on February 28, 2026.
Drama Plot And Character Details
“The Practical Guide to Love” tells the story of Lee Ui Yeong, played by Han Ji Min. She is a successful purchasing team manager at a prestigious hotel, respected by her colleagues as a capable professional. Despite her career achievements, she feels a sense of emptiness in her personal life. Having never had a serious relationship, she finally decides to change her approach to love by stepping into the world of blind dates.
The drama is based on the popular Naver webtoon Efficient Dating for Singles by Tari. It follows Ui Yeong as she meets two men with completely opposing charms. This experience forces her to navigate her confusing feelings and figure out what true love means for her. The series is written by Lee Yi Jin and directed by Lee Jae Hoon, who previously directed “Divorce Attorney Shin”.
Teaser Breakdown: A Kiss Causes Conflict
The newly released teaser focuses on the moment the romantic rivalry becomes clear. It shows a seemingly sweet scene between Lee Ui Yeong and her blind date, Song Tae Seop, played by Park Sung Hoon. Inside a church, Song Tae Seop leans in and makes a bold statement:
โYesterdayโwe kissed, didnโt we?โ
This comment is overheard by Shin Ji Su, played by Lee Ki Taek, who is Ui Yeong’s other potential romantic interest. A shocked Shin Ji Su directly asks Ui Yeong for confirmation, saying, โIs it true? You kissed?โ Caught off guard, Ui Yeong is visibly embarrassed and uncomfortable, unable to give a clear answer. This scene establishes the competitive dynamic between the two men as they both vie for her attention.
Meet The Two Suitors
The teaser highlights the distinct personalities of the two male leads, who are labeled “Man No. 1” and “Man No. 2” in the video.
Song Tae Seop (Park Sung Hoon) presents himself as a considerate and reliable option. He shows his sincere side by going to Ui Yeong’s workplace just to take her home. He describes his approach to things he likes, saying, โWhen it comes to something I like, I donโt consider efficiency.โ This line suggests a more traditional, devoted romantic style.
In contrast, Shin Ji Su (Lee Ki Taek) embodies a bolder, more unpredictable charm. He confidently strides into Ui Yeong’s life and makes a direct promise: โIโll make it way more fun than that guy ever could.โ Despite being younger than Ui Yeong, he calls her by her name without formalities and approaches her with a straightforward attitude, adding a layer of tension and excitement.
Production Background And Cast
The drama finished filming in November 2025. Alongside the main love triangle, the cast includes Jung Hye Sung as Jung Hyun Min and Kim So Hye as Shim Sae Byeok, who are colleagues of Ui Yeong on the hotel purchasing team. Lee Mi Do will also appear as the team’s head, Jung Na Ri, a character known for her lazy work habits but sharp knowledge of all office gossip.
The production faced scheduling considerations due to the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics. JTBC decided to start the drama after the Olympic broadcasts concluded to avoid programming interruptions, leading to the final premiere date of February 28.
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Global Release Information
“The Practical Guide to Love” will air on the JTBC network in South Korea. The premiere is set for Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 10:40 PM Korea Standard Time (KST). New episodes will air every Saturday and Sunday thereafter.
For international viewers, specific global streaming platforms have not been officially announced yet. However, many recent JTBC dramas have become available on services like Netflix, Viki, or Amazon Prime Video shortly after their Korean broadcast. Fans outside Korea should watch for official announcements from these major streaming services as the premiere date approaches.
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