With all the amazing webtoons-based dramas that have been released in the past couple of years, we have only become more excited about upcoming K-Dramas linked with webtoons.

The webtoon "The Mermaid I Loved" is a special case because the story was first written as a script for a drama production. The drama production is on its way and the webtoon was pre-released. The drama's production company, Group Eight, thought that in releasing it first as a webtoon they could showcase some of the various deep sea adventures of the story and also help garner attention for the drama.

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

The romance fantasy adventure webtoon “The Mermaid I Loved” ("내가 사랑한 물고기," literal translation, “The Fish I Loved”), written by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal (우주봄봄 and 부발), tells the story of a man whose intermittent transformations into a mermaid become increasingly uncontrollable as he experiences the emotion of love and spends time with a woman who he finds himself more and more attracted to. The season 1 of the webtoon ended on March 13th with 31 episodes.

Given the webtoon’s popularity, Group Eight is looking forward the positive effect the webtoon will have on the upcoming drama’s viewership. They have built a solid portfolio with dramas based on webtoons like "Taxi Driver", "My ID is Gangnam Beauty" and "A Good Day To Be A Dog". Among their awaited projects is the reboot of the popular drama "Princess Hours" (2006).

Currently, there are no actors cast for “The Mermaid I Loved”. Fans of the webtoon are waiting for the announcement of the cast. We can already think of actors and actresses who would be perfect for the roles!

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

We at Kpopmap have thought up a cast of actors who would suit this drama amazingly.

1. Sim Kai (심카이), a mermaid and 3rd generation chaebol

Sim Kai is the lead male character. He discovered he was a mermaid 12 years ago and he pretends to be a human.

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

When he shares physical touch with a woman, his fish scales begin to appear and he transforms back into his mermaid form. Because of this, he avoids all contact with women and has been single his whole life.

But due to his handsome looks, he has a lot of girls chasing after him, so he hired YaNa to pretend to be his girlfriend. However, he can’t help himself from having physical contact with YaNa even if it means he won’t be able breathe.

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

Kai is the son of the jewelry brand Inoroo, or 3rd generation chaebol, but he is not interested in the family business and instead prefers performing as a mermaid at the aquarium.

The actor must possess features suitable for long hair and a muscular physique to be able to portray a mermaid. He should exude charm and look dazzling in a suit, while also being capable of conveying a mix of cynicism, cuteness, and panic in his expressions. Comfort with underwater filming is also mandatory.

Moon SangMin, WEi's Kim YoHan, Baek SungChul, Kim MyungSoo (INFINITE's L), and Chae JongHyeop could be a good match.

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Not only would they look stunning with long hair and looks amazing in suits, but their facial features would perfectly match the character's. Beyond their physical attributes, all five actors possess the talent and ability to convey Kai through the right facial expressions. The genre of fantasy romance suits them impeccably. Each actor would bring their unique colors and charms to the character, making him stand out on screen. Additionally, we can anticipate excellent chemistry with the lead actress.

Vote for your pick in the poll below!

2. Jung YaNa (정야나), an easy-going part-time student

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

Jung YaNa (24 years old) is the lead female character. She is a student who works a part-time job and has an easy-going personality.

She accidentally kisses Kai when she meets him for the first time, and shocked to see him suddenly fall very sick, she calls the ambulance. She ends up more shocked when she sees him put his face into a dirty bucket of water used for cleaning.

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

The actress should possess a mix of cuteness and strength, capable of expressing a wide range of emotions, and especially comedy. The character experiences rapid and extreme changes in emotions, so the actress should be able to show these transitions convincingly. Additionally, she should look just like a regular student, but be able to become a stunning lady with expensive clothes.

Kang MinAh, WJSN's Bona (Kim JiYeon), Chae SooBin, Girl's Day's HyeRi, and Seor InA could be a good match.

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All five actresses have demonstrated their talented acting and are well-suited for a character like YaNa. Each of them possesses the ability to portray the youthful, cute, and fiery vibes of the female lead character. Comedy and expressive acting would not be an issue for any of them, so it would be a smooth portrayal of the character without overdoing it and making viewers laugh. No need to mention that they would all bring great chemistry with the lead actor! Being a romance, it is crucial.

Vote for your pick in the poll below!

The webtoon is not available in English officially yet, but you can read it in Korean here.

"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER

Let us know who you want to see cast!

Note: The aim of the vote is for Kpopmap readers to share their opinion about their preference for the cast. It is not affecting the cast of the production team.

A lot of South Korean actresses have a cult following. Think IU or Go YounJung or Kim GoEun. And we know it’s not just for their visuals or their talents or both. Their fan following comes from the personalities of these established actresses outside work, when they aren’t in front of the camera. Han SoHee is one of the actresses that have a cult following for exactly this reason, and of course, much more.

Han SoHee might have started out acting not too long ago, but she definitely didn’t starts small. While her roles in “Money Flower” and “100 Days My Prince” were supporting roles, this did not stop her from putting out her best performance(s), so much so that lead role opportunities found her with much ease. We’re going to deep dive into one of the hottest celebrities in South Korea right now: Han SoHee.

1. Her Acting In Front Of The Camera Is Emotive

We believe it’s common fan knowledge that Han SoHee plays characters that are emotional. Whether or not the character she plays is liked by the audience doesn’t matter; Han SoHee still elicits a reaction from the the folks that watch her dramas.

Her role in “Abyss” alongside Park BoYoung and Ahn HyoSeop garnered her much needed attention from the industry, and rightfully so.

Let’s not forget to mention how captivating she was in “My Name”. K-Drama fans absolutely loved her fierce and determined of a character she played in the drama. You can see how well she embodies the character and how beautifully her performance is executed.

Oh! We definitely must add that we adored how lovable and awe-inspiring her character was in “Soundtrack #1” along with Park HyungSik. They looked beautiful playing such authentic and emotion-driven roles together!

Again, she moves on to play another strong, independent character who values anyone that stands by her side (yes, we’re talking Park SeoJun’s character) in “Gyeongseong Creature”. Everything about her character held our attention, and we’re sure fans felt the same way.

2. Her Fashion Style Highlights Her Personality Perfectly

Bold + Authentic + Confident = Han SoHee’s personal style. We love how she is not afraid to try new things in fashion. So she could rock something girly and floral one day, and the next day, she’s looking tough and ready for action in a leather and black boots combo. This goes to show just how honest with herself SoHee is—because she tries on different things she’s drawn to as long as it makes her happy.

Han SoHee's Instagram

Han SoHee's Instagram

3. SoHee Is Bold, Fearless And Humane

Nothing has been more admirable to us and her fans than her genuineness. That beautiful ability she has of being true to herself even in the face of adversity is something we can’t help but admire. In her being true to herself comes honesty to fans as well. She values the support she has been given, and she shows up for her friends in the industry too, whenever she can.

Han SoHee's Instagram

Han SoHee's Instagram

SBS’ “My Demon” has been taking the K-Drama world by storm with the talented pairing of Song Kang and Kim YouJung at the forefront. Surrounding them is a wonderful cast in Lee SangYi, Kim HaeSook, and Jo HyeJoo, among many others.

They’ve managed to captivate viewers across the globe as Jeong GuWon (Song Kang) and Do DoHee (Kim YouJung), facing various obstacles while falling in love. Although they didn’t quite start off on the right foot, they eventually came to rely on one another, leading to outstanding romance that fans cannot stop gushing about.

Now, along with an amazing plot and an incredible cast, the filming locations for “My Demon” are just as stunning. Luckily, these places aren’t hard to find.

So if you’re ever in Korea and looking for a “My Demon” inspired date, then check out the filming locations down below!

1. Seoul Forest

Visit Seoul

For the first part of your date, start it off by taking a leisurely stroll through Seoul Forest. And just like GuWon and DoHee, make your way to Seoul Forest’s Mirror Lake.

Other than the Mirror Lake, you can explore other areas of the park. It is separated into four different sections: Culture and Art Park, Eco Forest, Experiential Learning Park, and Marsh Plants Park. With so many options, there’s boundless activities you can partake in on your date!

2. Ttukseom Hangang Park

VISITKOREA

Continue enjoying the outdoors and make your way to Ttukseom Hangang Park. This would make the perfect place for an afternoon stroll where you can laze around until the sun sets.

Just like Do DoHee and Jeong GuWon, you can enjoy a nice day outdoors, riding a bike together or enjoy an ice cream bar while looking out at the Han River.

3. Latitude32

Sofitel Ambassador Seoul

After spending a majority of the day outside, make your way to Latitude32, a bar located at the Sofitel Ambassador Seoul Hotel. Latitude32 opens its doors at 5pm, so don't plan to show up any time before that!

It is here that Do DoHee and Jeong GuWon have their fateful first meeting. At Latitude32 you can enjoy an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage while filling your stomach with various delicacies like the Latitude Taco or Chicken Meteorite Bites.

Do you think you would visit any of these filming locations from "My Demon"? What's your "My Demon" date course looking like?