Sooyoung Takes on Role of Skilled Mechanic Who Loves Drinking in New Romantic Comedy Series Second Shot At Love Alongside Gong Myoung, Exploring Love and Sobriety on tvN Starting May 12
Get ready for a fresh romantic comedy that’s equal parts funny and heartfelt! tvN’s upcoming drama Second Shot at Love is set to bring Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung to the screen in a role unlike any she’s played before. This show promises a mix of laughter, love, and life lessons, and it’s already creating buzz with a first look at Sooyoung’s character.
Here’s the scoop: Second Shot at Love follows Han Geum Joo, played by Sooyoung, a talented mechanic who’s been fixing cars at one of Korea’s top companies for 10 years. She’s a pro with a wrench in her hand, solving any car problem that comes her way. But there’s more to her story—she loves a good drink. After work, you’ll find her kicking back with a bottle of soju, earning her a name as someone who can hold her liquor like a champ. For Han Geum Joo, drinking isn’t just a pastime; it’s part of who she is, helping her bond with friends and unwind from the day.
New photos from the drama give us a peek into her world. In one shot, she’s all business—hair tied back, work clothes on, staring down a car diagnostic tool with the focus of a seasoned expert. She looks every bit the confident mechanic she’s known to be. Then, in another moment, she’s chilling out, sipping soju with a bowl of cup noodles. Her relaxed face says it all—drinking is as natural to her as breathing. It’s her comfort zone, something she leans on like an old pal.
But things are about to shake up for Han Geum Joo. Enter Seo Eui Joon, played by Gong Myoung, her first love who’s back in her life after years apart. He’s a doctor now, running the Bocheon Public Health Center, and he’s got a totally different vibe—he hates alcohol. When they reunite, he doesn’t hold back, telling her straight up that she needs to quit drinking. At first, she brushes it off (imagine a hiccup as her only reply!), but life throws some curveballs her way. Suddenly, she’s facing the label of “alcoholic,” and it hits her hard. For the first time, she starts thinking about giving up the bottle.
This is where the story gets juicy. Will she stick to her old ways, or will Seo Eui Joon’s push—and maybe a spark of their past—change her life? The drama sets up a fun tug-of-war between her love for drinking and his mission to get her sober, all wrapped in a rom-com package that’s sure to keep us hooked.
A Star-Studded Team Behind the Scenes
The cast doesn’t stop with Sooyoung and Gong Myoung. The show brings in heavy hitters like Kim Sung Ryung as Kim Gwang Ok, Han Geum Joo’s mom who’s the only one in their family not into drinking. She’s a tough but caring figure in their village. Then there’s Kim Sang Ho as Han Jung Soo, her warm dad who sees booze as a way of life, and Jo Yoon Hee as Han Hyun Joo, her sister who’s a tired mom using drinks to cope. Add Lee Joong Ok as a restaurant-owning dad and drinking buddy to the mix, and you’ve got a lively crew.
The drama comes from director Jang Yoo Jung, known for Honest Candidate, and writers Myung Su Hyun and Jeon Ji Hyun, the duo behind Ugly Miss Young Ae. With 12 episodes planned, it’s hitting tvN on May 12 at 8:50 p.m. KST in the Monday-Tuesday slot.
Han Geum Joo’s World in Pictures
Those first photos tell a story of their own. One minute, Han Geum Joo’s deep in her work, all focus and skill. The next, she’s got that soju bottle in hand, looking calm and content. It’s a perfect snapshot of her double life—master mechanic by day, dedicated drinker by night. But with Seo Eui Joon stepping in, her routine’s about to get a serious shake-up. The teaser even shows her stumbling and laughing, with worried voices calling her name, until he steps up with a firm, “You really need to quit drinking.” Her hiccup back? Classic Han Geum Joo.
A Journey Worth Watching
What makes this drama stand out is its real take on drinking. It’s not just a quirky habit here—it’s a big part of Han Geum Joo’s life, and now she’s facing it head-on. Pair that with the chemistry brewing between Sooyoung and Gong Myoung, and you’ve got a show that’s funny, touching, and totally relatable. Her family adds another layer, with their own drinking quirks making every scene pop.
Mark your calendars for May 12—this is one sobriety journey you won’t want to miss.
