In this week’s drama review, we’re sharing our thoughts on a lighthearted and heartwarming production that had us laughing and cheering every week. Let’s dive into ‘Romance In the House’—a rom-com about love, forgiveness, and family.
Written by Kim Young-yoon and directed by Kim Da-ye, ‘Romance In the House’ follows the story of a man who, despite his past failures, works hard to rebuild his life, reunite his family, and prove to everyone that he can succeed against all odds.
The Plot
Byeon Moo-Jin (Ji Jin-Hee) was once married to Geum Ae-Yeon (Kim Ji-Soo). They fell in love and started a family, but Moo-Jin’s repeated business failures took a heavy toll on them. Their eldest daughter, Byeon Mi-Rae (Son Na-Eun), witnessed firsthand how her father’s ventures impacted their lives and saw her mother struggle to keep things together.
After his last business failure, Ae-Yeon made the difficult decision to divorce Moo-Jin, cutting him off to protect her children from further heartbreak. Mi-Rae, then a teenager, supported her mother’s decision. Moo-Jin left, believing it was the best way to stop hurting his family.
The Byeons—11 Years Later
Fast forward 11 years, Mi-Rae and her mother are now the pillars of the family. Ae-Yeon has worked hard to create a stable life, landing a steady job at a supermarket. She and Mi-Rae have become more than just mother and daughter—they’re best friends. Mi-Rae, who had to grow up quickly, focused on providing a stable life for her younger brother, Byeon Hyeon-Jae (Yoon San-Ha), and their mother.
Their quiet life is turned upside down when the owner of their villa passes away, and Ae-Yeon tries to appeal to the new landlord to avoid eviction. To her surprise, the new owner is none other than her ex-husband, Moo-Jin, who’s back and determined to fix the family he left behind.
Moo-Jin is eager to reconnect with his children, but Mi-Rae refuses to forgive him and keeps him at arm’s length, wanting to protect her mother and brother. However, her younger brother, Hyeon-Jae, is thrilled to see their dad again and fully supports Moo-Jin’s efforts to win back their trust.
Meanwhile, Mi-Rae also finds herself growing closer to Nam Tae-Pyeong (Minho), a security guard at the supermarket where her mother works. However, Tae-Pyeong is not just a regular employee—he’s secretly the son of the supermarket’s owner.
Family Ties and Love
‘Romance In the House’ is a heartfelt rom-com that explores themes of forgiveness, healing, and second chances. Each episode shows how this family rises above their challenges, working hard to stay together despite their struggles.
The show beautifully portrays the power of family, new beginnings, and how love can help mend old wounds.
Tune into this charming drama, available on Netflix, for a feel-good story about love, forgiveness, and familial support. Watch the trailer below!
