Encounter

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"A Chance Meeting, A Forever Love: When Two Different Worlds Collide" Encounter is a breathtakingly poetic, visual, and soul-stirring romance that feels like a slow-burning masterpiece. Starring the radiant Song Hye-kyo as Cha Soo-hyun, a hotel CEO trapped in a life of cold duty and high expectations, and the luminous Park Bo-gum as Kim Jin-hyeok, a free-spirited young man who finds joy in the simplest things. Their serendipitous meeting in the sunset-drenched streets of Havana, Cuba, sparks a connection that defies social status and corporate scrutiny. It is a quiet yet powerful celebration of the courage it takes to choose love over loneliness and the beauty of finding a "soulmate" in the most unexpected stranger. The visual style of the series is "Romantic Impressionism," characterized by its soft-focus, golden-hour lighting and a rich, emotional color palette. The filming locations are a stunning global journey—from the crumbling, neon-colored colonial architecture and rhythmic Malecón sea wall of Havana, Cuba, to the serene, wintery landscapes of Sokcho and the modern, minimalist luxury of Donghwa Hotel in Seoul. The cinematography captures the contrast between Soo-hyun’s monochrome, rigid world and the vibrant, artistic world Jin-hyeok brings into her life. Every frame is composed like a painting, making the world feel as if it has slowed down just for them.

Cast

Park Bo-Gum

박보검

Song Hyekyo

송혜교

Curated Travel Guides

A Fateful Meeting: 11 Locations from "Encounter"

Experience the elegance of a modern fairytale. From the grand halls of The Raum to the colorful alleys of Ihwa Mural Village, discover 11 stunning Seoul filming sites from the hit series Encounter. Step into the romance that captured hearts across the world!

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