Channel A’s next weekend drama Positively yours begins its broadcast journey tonight (January 17) at 10:30 PM KST, bringing with it great expectations and a significant burden. Based on a very popular web novel and webtoon, the drama attracted huge attention even before its casting, thanks to the original work’s huge fan base. However, it also faces challenges, including casting controversy and Channel A’s track record of low drama ratings.
Positively yours is a reverse romantic comedy about two people who have sworn off marriage but end up getting involved after a one-night stand that results in an unexpected pregnancy. It stars Choi Jin Hyuk as Kang Doo Joon, a perfect chaebol heir who has sworn never to marry. He finds himself entangled with Jang Hee Won (played by Oh Yeon Seo), a successful career woman with zero experience in love.
Hong Jong Hyun plays Min Wook, Hee Won’s best friend of 20 years, caught between love and friendship. Kim Dasom adds depth as Hwang Mi Ran, Hee Won’s close friend, whose growing interest in Min Wook introduces tension into their friendship.
The drama turns the traditional love-dating-marriage timeline on its head, starting with pregnancy and exploring themes of relationships, career and commitment in a modern context. The casting and unique premise fueled considerable interest, particularly due to the webtoon’s record-breaking 52 consecutive weeks at #1 in the Naver series.
Director Kim Jin Seong has expressed his intention to balance the charm of the original with the distinctive charm of dramatic storytelling, although some differences emerge.
Yet the drama’s journey has not been easy. Originally cast as Min Wook, actor Yoon Ji On was removed from the production after a drunk driving scandal in September 2025. He confessed via social media that he was so drunk that he took an unattended motorcycle and was caught driving. Although much of his footage had already been shot, it was scrapped and was replaced by Hong Jong Hyun, who joined halfway through the production. Hong admitted that he was initially worried about fitting in with a cast that had already come together but quickly adapted.
Compounding the pressure is Canale A’s history of dramatic low weekend ratings. Previous titles such as Cinderella at 2 in the morning, Marry youAND My lovely journey struggled to surpass 1% viewers, casting doubt on the network’s ability to produce a breakout hit.
Despite the obstacles, Positively yours focuses on its romantic chemistry and intriguing four-way dynamics. The main love triangle, plus the emotional complexity added by the growing closeness between Mi Ran and Min Wook, sets the stage for a compelling watch.
With 12 episodes planned, the drama premieres tonight and aims to win over viewers by overcoming initial controversy and maintaining the reputation of the beloved webtoon.
Sources: Daum
