Lovely Runner

About

"A Love That Transcends Time: Saving the Star Who Saved Me" Lovely Runner is a heart-fluttering, nostalgic, and deeply emotional "time-slip" romance that perfectly captures the pure devotion of a fan and the hidden loneliness of a star. Starring the "Visual Prodigy" Byeon Woo-seok as Ryu Sun-jae, a legendary top star who seemingly had everything but was inwardly exhausted, and the brilliant Kim Hye-yoon as Im Sol, his devoted fan who travels back 15 years to change his fate. The story masterfully weaves between the vibrant, sun-drenched days of their high school youth and the bittersweet reality of their adult lives. It is a poignant reminder that sometimes, the person we think we are saving is actually the one who has been saving us all along. The visual style of the series is "Nostalgic Retro & Sparkling Youth," characterized by its warm, golden-hour glow, the soft flutter of yellow umbrellas, and the vivid blue of swimming pools and summer skies. The filming locations are a sentimental journey through Korea’s most evocative spots—from the peaceful, mural-filled alleys of Suwon Haenggung-dong to the historic, ivy-covered buildings of Chung-Ang University. The cinematography is iconic for its "first love" aesthetic, using slow-motion shots of Ryu Sun-jae’s legendary smiles and the emotional "umbrella" scenes that have become synonymous with the drama's romantic peaks.

Cast

Byeon Woo-seok

변우석

Kim Hye-yoon

김혜윤

Curated Travel Guides

Running Towards You: 18 Locations from "Lovely Runner"

Can fate be changed? From the nostalgic alleys of Motgol Market to the dazzling lights of Inspire Resort, explore 18 stunning filming sites from the hit series Lovely Runner. Step into the world of Sun-jae and Sol across past and present!

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