The Weaver and the Cowherd Teases a Whimsical First Love Rescue Romance
tvN is gearing up for the June premiere of its new Monday-Tuesday K-drama series The Weaver and the Cowherd, a fantasy teen romance that promises to sweep viewers into a whimsical love story mixing fate, tradition, and supernatural charm. Adapted from a beloved webtoon, the series stars Cho Yi-hyun as Park Seong-a, a high school shaman determined to save a boy destined to die — played by Choo Young-woo, reprising his role as Bae Gyeon-woo. Their reunion marks their first on-screen collaboration since School 2021.
The show explores what happens when fate and first love collide. Park Seong-a, a high school student by day and a shaman by night, finds herself entangled in the life of Gyeon-woo, a once-promising archer burdened by a cursed destiny. When he stumbles into her shrine, quite literally upside down, Seong-a steps in as his personal talisman, trying to steer him away from misfortune and toward unexpected happiness. Their journey forms the heart of this enchanting “first love rescue romance.”
Recently released teaser posters have sparked curiosity and anticipation. One image shows Park Seong-a in a school uniform holding a ritual bell, while another shows a talisman-arrow embedded in a love-themed target. The tagline Head Over Heels adds a playful twist, teasing the youthful awkwardness and emotional intensity of teen romance. These visuals suggest a narrative where love doesn’t just cross paths with fate — it challenges it outright.
The series stands out for its infusion of modern youth culture and spiritual folklore, introducing a unique twist on the traditional Korean ghost story with “K-Ghosts” each bringing their own quirky backstories. Director Kim Yong-wan, known for genre-defying hits like Method and When You Wish Upon a Star, teams up with writer Yang Ji-hoon for this project, heightening viewers’ expectations.
Cho Yi-hyun’s portrayal of Park Seong-a is anticipated to deliver a dynamic range—from comedic high school antics to heartfelt spiritual battles. Meanwhile, Choo Young-woo is set to bring emotional depth and resilience to his role as Bae Gyeon-woo, whose cursed fate and transformation following their fateful meeting lay the groundwork for the drama’s central theme: overcoming destiny through love.
After their acclaimed performances in School 2021, All of Us Are Dead, and War of the Wedding, both actors return to show a refreshing chemistry that K-drama fans are eagerly waiting to see. The production team encourages viewers to look forward to the heart-fluttering “youth chemistry” and powerful storytelling as The Weaver and the Cowherd aims to be this summer’s breakout romance-fantasy series.
