The hit drama Nevertheless, featuring stars Han So Hee and Song Kang, is being remade in Japan! The new version will premiere on December 9 at 9 PM local time on the Japanese platform ABEMA and will also be available on Netflix for viewers worldwide.

Originally released in 2021, Nevertheless quickly won over fans with its exciting romance. The show, produced by Beyond J, Studio N, and SLL, made waves by staying in Netflix's Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) category for seven weeks straight.

In Japan, it stayed in the Top 10 for an impressive 13 weeks, proving its popularity in the local market.

The Japanese remake is titled わかっていても (The Shapes of Love) and stars actor Ryusei Yokohama. The series will be directed by Ryutaro Nakagawa and produced by Michihito Fujii.

It consists of eight episodes and is set in Kamakura, Japan, where it will explore the complexities of love and the feelings of the main characters who are drawn to each other despite knowing they might get hurt.

SLL is excited to expand its presence in the Japanese content market with this remake. In May, they signed agreements with TV Asahi, one of Japan's top private broadcasters, and with THE SEVEN, a content production company from TBS Group, to collaborate on global dramas.

This partnership aims to develop new projects and strengthen ties between Korea and Japan.

Lee Min-jeong, head of SLL's global distribution team, shared her enthusiasm, saying, "I’m thrilled that SLL's drama Nevertheless is being remade by such talented staff and actors in Japan. I believe this remake will showcase Japan’s unique culture and performances, resulting in a high-quality production." She also promised that SLL will continue to present exciting works to the Japanese market in many ways, not just through remakes.

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IVE's Ahn Yujin just shared a sweet story about her friendship with aespa's Karina, and fans are loving the adorable details!

On January 28, Ahn Yujin appeared on Salon Drip 2 and got candid about how her friendship with Karina began.

During the show, Jang Do Yeon asked Ahn Yujin if she had ever talked to Karina, who is also a leader, about the struggles of being in charge after they performed on stage together.

Ahn Yujin revealed, “I’ve wanted to get closer to Karina for a while. I’ve focused on just becoming friends, so we didn’t really talk deeply yet, but I want to ask her more about it. Our teams are very different, but they’re all so amazing!”

When asked how she approached Karina, Ahn Yujin shyly admitted, “The first time we met was through a challenge. Karina’s team wanted to take photos with me, and I made sure to dress nicely. I was so nervous!"

She added, "I had two things I wanted to ask: ‘Can I call you unnie?’ and ‘Can I get your number?’ But I couldn’t bring myself to do it because there were just too many things on my mind. I wanted to talk well, dance well, and look good on camera.”

Ahn Yujin then explained that after a collaboration stage offer came up, she thought of Karina and even got her number through a mutual acquaintance. But, worried about making Karina feel uncomfortable, Ahn Yujin didn’t contact her right away. Instead, she waited until Karina contacted her first!

Ahn Yujin shared, “I heard Karina was talking about me, so I thought I should contact her. But then, she contacted me first,” looking genuinely touched. Jang Do Yeon teased, “You both are so cute! Are you getting close now?”

With a bright smile, Ahn Yujin responded, “Yes! We’ve decided to have a meal together soon.” She also thanked Karina for being so kind, especially when Karina texted her after practice, saying she had worked hard.

Ahn Yujin revealed, “Lately, I keep asking her if it’s okay to post pictures of us on social media,” showing just how strong their growing friendship is.

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