The new JTBC drama ‘Efficient Meeting of Single Men and Women,’ scheduled to premiere in 2026 (written by Lee Ee-jin, directed by Lee Jae-hoon, produced by SLL), is based on the Naver webtoon ‘Efficient Meeting of Single Men and Women (by author Tari).’ The story follows a woman who decides to find love, goes on blind dates, meets two men with different charms, feels drawn to them, and ultimately seeks the true meaning of love.
Led by the certified romance queen Han Ji-min, the drama features a wide range of acting spectrums with Park Sung-hoon, Lee Ki-taek, who exude lively energy, and Kim So-hye, presenting a tailored dating guide for those seeking an easy and fast path to love.
Han Ji-min takes on the role of Lee Eui-young, a deputy in The Hills Hotel’s acquisition team. Lee Eui-young excels in her work and is highly trusted by her colleagues, but struggles in relationships. Having never experienced a convincing romance in her thirties, Lee Eui-young boldly declares to pursue ‘Inmanchoo (artificial encounters)’ and dives into blind dates. The audience is curious to see if Lee Eui-young can find the love she desires through blind dates, and is intrigued by Han Ji-min’s portrayal of Lee Eui-young’s romantic journey.
Song Tae-seop, played by actor Park Sung-hoon, is Lee Eui-young’s blind date partner. As the owner of a woodworking studio, Song Tae-seop has a gentle demeanor and a strong inner core, dreaming of meeting someone to build a family with. Unwavering in the face of any challenge, he unexpectedly finds himself engulfed in a storm of emotions after a blind date. Viewers are eager to uncover the true nature of the emotions stirring Song Tae-seop’s heart and are curious about Park Sung-hoon’s character portrayal.
Lee Ki-taek plays Shin Ji-soo, who has a personality opposite to Song Tae-seop. Shin Ji-soo accidentally meets Lee Eui-young, her destined partner, on a blind date and experiences a serendipitous encounter. Initially seeking freedom rather than being tied down, Shin Ji-soo gradually starts to change due to her fated partner. The audience is captivated by Lee Ki-taek’s portrayal of Shin Ji-soo’s transformation, revealing her own emotions and the charm of a carefree younger man.
Meanwhile, Jung Hye-sung shines as Jung Hyeon-min, a staff member in The Hills Hotel’s acquisition team, showcasing a delightful romance with Han Ji-min. Jung Hyeon-min, a dopamine addict who prefers light and casual encounters over serious relationships, approaches dating with an open-minded and flexible mindset. Her carefree dating life, driven by Jung Hye-sung’s energy, is expected to unfold vibrantly.
Kim So-hye transforms into Shim Sae-byeok, the youngest romantic in the acquisition team. As a newcomer to society feeling unfamiliar and fearful, Shim Sae-byeok aspires to become a successful career woman, taking Lee Eui-young as a role model. However, she faces a tumultuous social adaptation process as unexpected challenges arise daily. Kim So-hye’s performance as Shim Sae-byeok is drawing attention for resonating with young adults navigating the challenges of society.
In this way, ‘Efficient Meeting of Single Men and Women’ revolves around Lee Eui-young, who pursues artificial encounters, and intertwines relationships between various blind date partners with unique charms, each with their own perspectives on love. The drama promises to deliver a different dimension of endorphins through observing modern romance and is highly anticipated for its premiere, offering the most romantic balance game in the world on JTBC in 2026.