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Just last January, K-drama fans were sent into a frenzy after Netflix unveiled its star-studded and unexpected Korean drama slate for 2026, packed with team-ups no one saw coming.

Now, the spotlight shifts closer to home. Netflix Philippines has officially revealed its upcoming lineup of Filipino series and films set to premiere in 2026, and it’s already sparking major buzz thanks to fresh and never-before-seen pairings.

Kathryn Bernardo for 'Someone, Someday' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Dingdong Dantes for 'The Master Cutter' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Leading the lineup are Anne Curtis alongside Gerald Anderson, Xyriel Manabat reunited with Kyle Echarri, and powerhouse actresses Jodi Sta. Maria and Agot Isidro—combinations that have fans talking based on sheer star power and proven acting range alone.

One of the most anticipated projects is the ABS-CBN series Someone, Someday, featuring Kathryn Bernardo, James Reid, and Maja Salvador, set to premiere exclusively on Netflix ahead of its TV broadcast.

With these acclaimed names headlining exclusive Netflix Philippines projects, expectations are running high for compelling narratives and standout performances. As audiences eagerly count down to their releases, here’s everything we know so far about the highly anticipated series and films arriving on Netflix this year.

Anne Curtis and Gerald Anderson’s BuyBust: The Undesirables

A spin-off and sequel to the 2018 box-office hit BuyBust, the upcoming Netflix series will once again be led by Anne Curtis as Nina Manigan, reprising her role as a former police officer.

In the series, Nina crosses paths with Gerald Anderson’s character, a corporate outcast. Drawn together by the brutal murder of a senator’s daughter, the unlikely allies launch a relentless manhunt for a shadowy drug lord known only as “Judas.”

“You know, Nina Manigan starts off in the series just as damaged as she was in the BuyBust film, and I think that’s the beauty of having female rage, because you will keep on fighting for what you believe in, and that is Nina Manigan. She goes on a very emotional journey here, but she still fights for justice, and she’s out for revenge,” Anne stated during the "Next on Netflix Philippines" event when asked about her character in the upcoming series.

Meanwhile, Gerald described his character, Zig Turillo, saying, “He is a very complex and layered character. At a very early age, he was thrown into a very hostile environment; he was molded by pain and suffering until he finally finds out who he really is and what his purpose is.”

Still under the direction of Erik Matti, BuyBust: The Undesirables is slated to premiere in 2026. The nine-episode series will reimagine the Philippines as a dystopian nation under a federalist government, expanding the gritty universe first introduced in the original film.

Xyriel Manabat and Kyle Echarri’s 18th Rose

After their successful collaboration in the hit Kapamilya series Senior High, Xyriel Manabat and Kyle Echarri are reuniting on screen—this time stepping into a friends-to-lovers romance.

Directed by Dolly Dulu, 18th Rose is set in the early 2000s in Romblon and follows the tender love story between longtime friends Rose, played by Xyriel, and Jordan, portrayed by Kyle. The film explores how friendship slowly blossoms into romance against a nostalgic provincial backdrop.

During the event, Xyriel became emotional when speaking about the premiere of the film and how it marks her debut in a starring role in a movie. “Building the connection between me and Rose was natural and effortless, because I believe in Rose and I believe in her story. So everything comes along naturally,” she added.

18th Rose is set to premiere on April 9, 2026, streaming exclusively on Netflix.

Jodi Sta. Maria and Agot Isidro’s Ganito, Ganyan, Ganoon

Ganito, Ganyan, Ganoon is an upcoming Netflix original film set to premiere in August 2026, headlined by acclaimed actresses Jodi Sta. Maria and Agot Isidro.

Jodi is a mainstay of Philippine television, known for her standout roles in Be Careful With My Heart and The Broken Marriage Vow, the local adaptation of The World of the Married. Her work has earned international acclaim, including an International Emmy nomination in 2016 for Pangako Sa ’Yo and a Best Actress win at the 2022 Asian Academy Creative Awards.

Jodi Sta. Maria during the script reading for 'Ganito, Ganiyan, Ganoon' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

“I think we all carry some family wounds, sa lahat sa atin. It’s not only limited to Joe. When I was studying her character, I was thinking, okay: she’s accomplished, she is very strong, but the question is why. What motivated this character to be the way she is? It is because this strong, independent woman had to be that way, because she didn’t have anyone to guide her during her growing years,” Jodi explained when asked about the struggles of her character Joe in the film.

Joining her is Agot Isidro, one of the most respected and seasoned actresses in the Philippine entertainment industry. Speaking about her character, Paz, in the film, she revealed that Paz is a very complicated and narcissistic character, someone we won't be hard-pressed to associate with a family member or a friend, making her relatable.

Agot Isidro during the script reading for 'Ganito, Ganiyan, Ganoon' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Barbie Forteza and Enchong Dee’s Paskong Pinoy

Netflix is set to spread some festive cheer with Paskong Pinoy, a four-episode anthology series premiering on December 3. The series promises heartfelt stories centered on different characters and the magic of the holiday season.

One of the episodes, A Perfect Christmas, marks the first on-screen pairing of Barbie Forteza and Enchong Dee. Adding a touch of nostalgia, The Last New Year in Boracay reunites and brings together Angelu de Leon, Bobby Andrews, and Rica Peralejo, delivering the warmth and sentimentality that Filipino Christmas stories are famous for.

When asked about the most Christmas-y aspect of their episode, Barbie shared, “We will go through the lives of the employees, the ones working during the holidays. They really have to push the sails, and I don’t know, maybe the bosses tend to forget that we’re human too, we need to celebrate with our family. And my character will find someone very unexpected, which is Enchong Dee.”

Barbie Forteza and Enchong Dee for 'Paskong Pinoy' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

For Enchong, the season carries a meaningful message: “Christmas usually is a reminder that it’s a season of giving, but also, it’s a season of forgiving also. Our episode is revolving about… let’s open our hearts for possibilities and make amends to those people we thought we would have a rift with.”

Rica, making her return to screens after more than a decade, said she immediately agreed to join upon learning she would be reuniting with Angelu and Bobby, whom she has known since the start of her career. Meanwhile, Angelu added, “It’s an honor to be back here and to be with them again. It wasn’t really work. When it was pitched, there was no story yet, just the cast, and everybody said yes immediately, not knowing what would happen.”

For Bobby, who is working on a Netflix project for the first time, the experience has been nothing short of wonderful.

Bobby Andrews and Angelu De Leon for 'Paskong Pinoy' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Janine Gutierrez and Charlie Dizon’s Balaraw

Set to premiere on September 24, 2026, Balaraw follows a young woman on a quest to find her missing mother, only to encounter supernatural forces and unravel the mysteries of Balaraw Island.

The series stars Janine Gutierrez and Charlie Dizon, with Agot Isidro also joining the cast. When asked about her feelings now that Balaraw is set to premiere this year, Janine shared that she is very excited.

She continued, “We have been keeping Balaraw a secret for more than a year, so we’re so excited to finally be able to share it with you, and with the rest of the world.”

Meanwhile, as Agot prepares to portray Rebecca, the mother, she said, “I really like playing a complicated woman, and the complication there is that in the end enlightenment comes because you have to navigate your feelings, your fears, your happiness, where your joy and success is. I like playing that kind of role; I don’t like playing one- or two-dimensional characters. My role here in Balaraw definitely gave me that opportunity.”

Beyond its lineup of Netflix Philippines Originals, the streaming platform will also feature the highly anticipated series Someone, Someday and The Master Cutter, representing both Kapamilya and Kapuso productions.

Kathryn Bernardo and James Redi’s Someone, Someday

Directed by Dolly Dulu and Chad Vidanes, Someone, Someday brings together two of the 2010s’ most beloved love teams—Kathryn Bernardo and James Reid—alongside one of Philippine entertainment’s most iconic actresses of her generation, Maja Salvador. Teased in its trailer, the series promises a story full of childhood friendships, unspoken feelings, and a long-held secret ready to surface.

Kathryn Bernardo for 'Someone, Someday' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

For Kathryn, who is working with Maja and James for the first time, she said, “After a few taping days, it’s taking a while to bounce back and work again because my last series was in 2022, which was my first work with Netflix. So I can say that until now, I am still warming up and I am still getting to know my character day by day.”

For Maja, who has played strong characters before, this one is more layered. According to her, it “made her more interesting, mas complex ’yung pag-portray ko sa kanya, and I approached her differently now because of my experiences.”

Lastly, James revealed that there has been a lot of nerves, as this marks his television comeback after seven years. Still, he said he is thankful to be part of a very star-studded cast.

James Reid for 'Someone, Someday' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Maja Salvador for 'Someone, Someday' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Dingdong Dantes’ The Master Cutter

Directed by Dominic Zapata, the upcoming Kapuso action-drama series The Master Cutter will premiere on both TV and Netflix. Dingdong Dantes leads as Anthony, a former scout ranger and tailor who secretly works as a lethal elite hunter. The series also features Max Collins, Shuvee Etrata, and Paolo Contis, with a storyline centered on high-stakes action and suspense.

For Dingdong, what made him say yes to the character of Anthony is “very interesting.“ He said, “Because there is a performance within a performance, because sometimes he is someone else. So, andaming mga character na pinaglalaruan, so as a performer, I like it that there is an acting within an acting.” He then added, “Because I am with other great actors, which I love about it.”

Dingdong Dantes for 'The Master Cutter' | Photo courtesy of Netflix

Lead photos from @netflixph and @annecurtissmith

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After more than five years away from the screens, Jericho Rosales made a highly anticipated comeback to showbiz in 2024. Since then, fans have been eagerly hoping for a project that would finally pair him with Anne Curtis again. Now, just in time for Valentine’s season, that wish is becoming a reality. Award-winning actors Jericho and Anne are set to reunite after almost 15 years in the romantic film The Loved One.

Directed by Irene Villamor—known for hits like Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story, On Vodka, Beer, and Regrets, and Only We Know—The Loved One tells the story of two former lovers whose paths cross again after a long separation. A teaser shows the characters reminiscing about their past relationship, which included a “fun night out” and a series of memorable dates. The film portrays them as older versions of themselves, with dialogue suggesting a decade has passed since they were last together.

Irene, a filmmaker celebrated for her romantic dramas, shared that the script was originally written back in 2018, and she envisioned it as a bittersweet Valentine’s story. During the “Love Con” at Robinsons Manila last Saturday, she revealed that the project went through several rounds of revisions, producers, and casting decisions before finally moving forward, a process that was paused by the pandemic.

“Until kinuha ng Cornerstone. And then, naghanap kami. And then, I asked Echo. May kwento ‘yun na nasa inbox niya lang [‘yung script] for some time. Tapos, si Anne naman kasi, lagi kami nagko-communicate. So, if I have something crazy, I know Anne will get me,” Irene explained.

For Jericho, the journey to accepting the role wasn’t immediate. Initially, he told Irene he wasn’t ready to do another love story, which led the script to linger in his inbox. Everything changed, however, after a meeting between Jericho and Irene.

“Nag-date kami ni Direk Irene, kami muna ‘yung nag-date. And then, we got to know each other. And I said, let me read the script, and then, after reading the script, wala na. I couldn’t resist it. I said, let’s look for the right person. So, I offered myself to be the hunter,” Jericho shared.

That’s when Anne entered the picture. One night, she coincidentally messaged Irene, saying, “You know, I’m looking for something a little bit more mature when it comes to telling a story about where love can lead you.”

Jericho Rosales, Irene Villamor, and Anne Curtis during 'The Loved One' official kick-off | Photo from @viva_films

The rest, as they say, is history. At that time, Irene was on the hunt for the perfect partner for Jericho in The Loved One, and Anne was the ideal choice. For Anne, working with Jericho felt seamless from the start. “So we reconnected. So, we reconnected again. And then, a year after, we started filming.”

Despite the busy schedules of both stars, Irene was patient. “After that, sabi ko, I have the patience of a chair. I texted them. And I will wait for you guys to finish whatever it is that you’re doing. Tapos, a year after 'yun, shoot kami, 2025.”

The project marks Anne and Jericho’s first collaboration in 15 years. Their last projects together were Baler, a 2008 romantic war film and official entry of VIVA Films in the Metro Manila Film Festival, and Green Rose, a 2011 television drama aired on ABS-CBN, adapted from the 2005 South Korean series of the same name.

Photo from @viva_films

For the actors, the reunion was more than just fan service; it was also the perfect timing in their personal and professional lives. “I think it helps na parang doing this story kasi, it’s very apt for where we are in our lives also versus, if we were to do this when I met him, I don’t know, ilang years na 'yun? Almost 18? 18 years ago? It would have been too… hindi kami bagay to portray these roles versus where we are now, I feel like it was the perfect timing,” Anne said.

She added, “I guess, being able to work with Jericho, I feel like it was probably really meant to be. And he’s always so easy and giving as an actor, as always. So, I was very happy to reunite with him for this project specifically.”

Photo from @viva_films

For Jericho, the reunion can only be described as “super kilig.”

“She has the right energy for every kind of project. Whether it be something fun, heavy, like action, ganyan, and love story. Every time I see her, sabi ko, ‘Uy, guest mo naman ako sa Buy Bust, kahit mag-cameo lang ako.’ Pero, you know… But it never happens,” he shared.

Reflecting on their past collaborations, Jericho admitted there was a sense of unfinished business with Anne. “I watched their movies Sid and Aya, I mean, mamamatay ako sa inggit. And I was like, I need to be in that film. Sana ako ‘yung nakasama sa film na 'yan. Until one day, it really happened now,” he said.

Photo from @viva_films

He also praised Anne for her professionalism and dedication. From Baler to Green Rose, and now The Loved One, Jericho observed that Anne’s work ethic has remained exemplary. She arrives early on set, is collaborative, and fully invests in her roles.

“I love whatever she’s like. She got everything about the story. No need to explain. She had her input. Lahat ng p'wede niya ilatag, ng experience and the idea that was on the table,” Jericho ended up highlighting. “She’s the type of actress that brings something to the table.”

Photo from @viva_films

Produced by Cornerstone and Viva Films and starring Jericho Rosales, Anne Curtis, and Catriona Gray, The Loved One hits cinemas nationwide on February 11.

Lead photos from @viva_films

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Can This Love Be Translated? kicked off an exciting year in the K-drama scene. The rom-com series, starring Kim Seon Ho and Go Youn Jung, quickly became the top show on Netflix Philippines upon its release last January 16. Currently, the 12-episode drama remains in the top 3 shows on the streaming platform.

All episodes dropped at once earlier this month, instantly making the show a hit and significantly boosting the global stardom of its lead stars.

Kim Seon Ho and Go Youn Jung for Can This Love Be Translated? | Photo from Netflix

In Can This Love Be Translated?, Kim Seon Ho stars as Joo Ho Jin, a multilingual interpreter fluent in Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, and Italian. Go Youn Jung's Cha Mu Hee, on the other hand, is an actress who rose to fame with her character, Do Ra Mi, in a zombie film titled The Quiet Woman. Before she became famous, she and Jo Hoo Jin had a chance encounter during a trip in Japan. They later reconnect as Cha Mu Hee takes on a new project, a dating show called Romantic Trip, which requires her to travel to Canada and Italy; Joo Ho Jin serves as the show's interpreter, translating the conversation between Cha Mu Hee and her co-star, Sota Fukushi's Hiro Kurosawa.

As the show progresses, Joo Ho Jin and Cha Mu Hee's relationship evolves, too. And although they speak the same language, their true feelings get lost in translation.

There are many things to love about Can This Love Be Translated?—from the unique story and cinematography to the filming locations and the outfits of Cha Mu Hee—but the lead stars' chemistry tops the list, no doubt.

While many fans can't get enough of the pairing of Kim Seon Ho and Go Youn Jung, perhaps wishing for a second season (or maybe a spin-off for The Quiet Woman?!), there's also excitement for the next projects of the two, albeit separately.

Photo from Netflix

Kim Seon Ho—who was also well-loved in K-dramas Start-Up and Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha—is reuniting with Bae Suzy for his next K-drama. The Start-Up lead stars are starring in the upcoming Disney+ series Portraits of Delusion, based on the popular Naver Webtoon Delusion.

In this romantic mystery series, set in 1935 Gyeongsong, Suzy is cast as a heartbroken vampire in mourning, named Madam Song Jeong Hwa, while Kim Seon Ho's character is Yun I Ho, a struggling painter with a past. Jeong Hwa commissions I Ho to create a portrait, but as he looks at her, he sees a different side of her. Directed by Han Jaerim, Portraits of Delusion will debut in late 2026 exclusively on Disney+.

Bae Suzy and Kim Seon Ho | Photo courtesy of Disney+

Go Youn Jung—known for K-dramas Alchemy of Soul, Moving, and Resident Playbook—is leading the cast of the upcoming drama We Are All Trying Here alongside Koo Kyo Hwan. The K-drama, which is part of Netflix's lineup of shows this year, recently released its poster, showing the two out at night, looking at each other on a street.

Like Cha Mu Hee, Go Youn Jung's character in Can This Love Be Translated?, Byun Eun Ah, her character in We Are All Trying Here, also navigates the entertainment industry—this time as a producer at a film company, who appears calm but is dealing with trauma. On the other hand, Koo Kyo Hwan, Hwang Dong Man, is struggling with envy because, as an aspiring film director, he has yet to make his debut. The story will see Eun Ah's road to healing and Dong Man's journey to finding his self-worth.

The series was written by Park Hae Young, known for My Mister and My Liberation Notes.

Koo Kyo Hwan and Go Youn Jung for We Are All Trying Here | Photo from @jtbcdrama

Kim Seon Ho and Go Youn Jung are set to showcase more of their depth and versatility as actors through these upcoming shows. We can't wait!

Lead photos from Netflix

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Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung for Can This Love Be Translated? | Photo courtesy of Netflix Korea

Since its premiere on Netflix, the limited K-drama series Can This Love Be Translated? has quickly climbed to the top spot, dominating the charts and capturing viewers’ hearts worldwide.

While audiences are already well acquainted with leading man Kim Seon-ho, many are also eager to learn more about the show’s captivating female lead, Go Youn-jung.

Penned by hitmakers the Hong Sisters, the series centers on Joo Ho-jin (Kim Seon-ho), a highly skilled multilingual interpreter fluent in English, Japanese, and Italian. His remarkable talent leads him to work as the personal interpreter of global superstar Cha Mu-hee (Go Youn-jung), a confident, radiant celebrity whose charm is impossible to ignore.

Mu-hee rises to international fame following her breakout performance as Do Ra-mi in a blockbuster zombie film titled The Quiet Woman. Fate brings her and Ho-jin back together during a high-profile interview, where he once again steps in as her interpreter, setting the stage for their story to unfold.

As viewers grow more intrigued by Mu-hee and the woman who brings her to life, here are 10 things you might not know about Can This Love Be Translated? star Go Youn-jung.

Official poster of Can This Love Be Translated? | Photo from @netflixkr

She is turning 30 this year.

Born on April 22, 1996, Go Youn-jung is now 29 years old. A Taurus by birth, the actress embodies the earth sign’s love for comfort, stability, and creative expression, qualities that mirror her steady rise and flourishing career in the entertainment industry.

These traits also align seamlessly with her MBTI type, ISTP. Known for their independence, adaptability, and love for action, ISTPs thrive on new experiences and value the freedom to work at their own pace, an approach that perfectly suits Go Youn-jung’s evolving journey as an actress.

Photo courtesy of Netflix Korea

She holds a degree in Contemporary Art.

Go Youn-jung studied Contemporary Art at Seoul Women’s University, a path that could have led her to careers in museums, art publishing, private art academies, gallery planning, or even design roles in various companies, as outlined on the university’s website.

But true to her Taurus nature, the actress eventually realized that her creative expression didn’t have to be confined to traditional art spaces. Instead, she found a more dynamic canvas in the world of entertainment, where her artistry could reach a wider audience.

She declined multiple offers from the entertainment industry.

In a Netflix interview promoting Can This Love Be Translated?, Go Youn-jung shared that during her college years, a senior from the photography department offered to take her photos and encouraged her to submit them to a magazine. That simple suggestion led to her being selected as the cover model for University Tomorrow.

The exposure quickly caught the attention of multiple entertainment agencies, who began reaching out with casting offers. However, Youn-jung revealed that she turned them all down at the time, choosing instead to focus on finishing her studies before stepping into the entertainment industry.

Go Youn-jung's official cover in University Tomorrow | Photo courtesy of University Tomorrow

Photo courtesy of University Tomorrow

She began her career in entertainment as a model.

After graduating from Seoul Women’s University, Go Youn-jung officially stepped into the entertainment world by signing with MAA Entertainment as a model and actress, the same agency that had previously reached out to her following her University Tomorrow cover.

She began building her career through high-profile commercial work, landing modeling gigs for major brands such as Nike, Giorgio Armani, Ritz Crackers, and SK Telecom, gradually establishing her presence in both fashion and advertising before transitioning into acting.

She auditioned for her first acting role in Parasite.

Using the earnings from her modeling gigs, Go Youn-jung invested in acting lessons to sharpen her craft. After about six months of training, she took a bold step and auditioned for the Oscar-winning film Parasite.

On You Quiz on the Block last year, she revealed that she auditioned for the role of Park Da-hye, the Parks’ reserved teenage daughter originally played by Jung Ji-so.

Recalling the audition, Youn-jung shared, “It all feels like a dream—I can hardly remember it clearly. It was surreal, like meeting a celebrity. Director Bong Joon-ho said, ‘You remind me of Cho Yeo-jeong. I want you to capture that same presence as her daughter.’”

She made her acting debut in 2019.

Even though she missed out on a role in Parasite, Go Youn-jung’s passion for acting only grew stronger. In 2019, she finally made her small-screen debut in the mystery drama series He Is Psychometric.

She took on the role of Kim So-hyun, a close friend of the lead who faces the challenges of early pregnancy and life as a single mother.

Photo from @goyounjung

She rose to prominence through Moving and Alchemy of Souls.

In the second season of the hit K-drama Alchemy of Souls, Go Youn-jung took on the role of Jin Bu-yeon, the enigmatic heiress of Jinyowon, cementing her status as a rising star.

Her career momentum continued to soar when she joined the star-studded Disney+ series Moving, an action-packed fantasy sci-fi drama. In the show, she brought to life Jang Hui-soo, a student from Class 3–3 at Jeongwon High School, who possesses extraordinary healing abilities passed down from her father.

She has appeared in several music videos.

Beyond her growing presence in K-dramas, Go Youn-jung also made waves in the music video scene. In 2018, she appeared in Yook Sung-jae’s “Confession” and with Penomeco and Crush for the hit track “No.5.”

The following year, she continued her streak with 10cm’s “However” and later starred alongside Park Bo-gum in Lee Seung-chul’s music video for “I Will Give You All.”

She has received multiple awards and nominations.

Go Youn-jung’s standout performance in the 2022 film Hunt earned her multiple best new actress nominations, including at the Blue Dragon Film Awards, Baeksang Arts Awards, and Grand Bell Awards.

She made history with Moving, claiming her first acting honors as Best New Actress at both the Blue Dragon Series Awards and the Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards.

She serves as an ambassador and muse for several luxury brands.

After earning the title of “face genius” from multiple South Korean media outlets, Go Youn-jung quickly became the go-to muse for luxury brands.

In 2021, she was named ambassador for the prestigious French jewelry house Boucheron. By November 2022, she had taken on a new role as brand muse for Marithé et François Girbaud. Her star power carried into 2023, landing her a high-profile Dior campaign in February.

That same year, Go expanded her reach in the Philippines, becoming an advertising model for popular clothing brand Penshoppe. Most recently, she was unveiled as one of the faces for Chanel Beauty’s COCO MADEMOISELLE Hair Perfume.

Go Youn-jung for Chanel | Photo from @goyounjung

Lead photos courtesy of Netflix Korea via @netflixkr

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We couldn’t contain our kilig while watching Netflix’s limited series Can This Love Be Translated?, especially as Joo Ho-jin (Kim Seonho) and Cha Mu-hee’s (Go Youn Jung) love story gently unfolded onscreen. But as with any K-drama that knows exactly how to pull at our heartstrings, it wasn’t just the lead couple who had us hooked—another male character, the second lead, quietly made his way into our hearts.

Hiro Kurosawa, played by Japanese heartthrob Sota Fukushi, is that scene-stealer.

In the series, Hiro is Japan’s ultimate romantic prince, a once-celebrated actor whose charming image made him a household name. Now, his star is slowly dimming, and beneath his flawless smile is a man growing tired of the constant performance required to uphold his carefully curated public persona.

In hopes of reviving his career, Hiro reluctantly joins a show titled Romantic Trip, fully expecting to work alongside the over-the-top Cha Mu-hee (played by Go Youn Jung) he knew only from the screen. But as the days go by, his guarded walls begin to fall, and he finds himself drawn to the sincere, gentle woman behind the larger-than-life character.

And just as viewers began falling for Hiro, curiosity naturally shifted to the man behind the role. Fans are now eager to get to know Sota Fukushi—the Japanese actor who’s making hearts flutter in this K-drama.

With that, here are 10 things you should know about Sota Fukushi, the second lead star of Can This Love Be Translated?

He was born in 1993.

Japanese actor Sota Fukushi, born on May 30, 1993, in Tokyo, Japan, has officially turned 32 years old.

He stayed active in school sports

Long before he captured hearts onscreen, Sota Fukushi was already an active, athletic student. During his school years, the Japanese actor was part of the Basketball Club until middle school, before switching things up in high school when he joined the Double Dutch club.

Double Dutch is a high-energy rope-jumping sport where two long ropes are spun in opposite directions while one or more players jump in perfect rhythm.

@fukushi_sota_official

He had childhood idols who inspired his path to acting.

Sota Fukushi has often credited actors Teruyuki Kagawa and Junichi Okada as major influences in shaping his early career. Inspired by Okada’s intense and physical approach to roles, Fukushi took up Jeet Kune Do and Arnis to further hone his craft. Meanwhile, Kagawa’s powerful performances pushed him to set his sights on appearing in period dramas to become a more versatile and well-rounded actor.

He is fluent in English.

Sota Fukushi first discovered his love for English in middle school, inspired by a teacher’s praise, and has since earned a Grade 2 EIKEN certificate, a widely recognized English proficiency test in Japan. He later put his skills to work on screen, appearing in Season 2 of the HBO Asia series The Head.

Photo from @fukushi_sota_official

He was discovered through magazine photos.

High school life took an unexpected turn for Sota Fukushi when a casual shopping trip in Shibuya turned into a modeling breakthrough. While browsing the trendy streets with a friend, he was spotted and asked to pose for photos, which later appeared in a magazine.

Those very snapshots caught the eye of talent agency Ken-On, leading Fukushi to officially join their roster on September 21, 2010, marking the start of his journey in showbiz.

He debuted as an actor in 2011.

After signing with his talent agency in September 2010, Sota Fukushi made his official television debut just a few months later, in January 2011, starring as Sota Murano in the NTV drama Misaki Number One!!.

Photo from @fukushi_sota_official

He went up against 3,000 hopefuls for a major role.

Just three months after his acting debut, Sota Fukushi landed the coveted lead role in Kamen Rider Fourze, beating out nearly 3,000 hopefuls to play Gentaro Kisaragi. Among the final contenders was Ryuki Takahashi, who would later be cast as his co-star, Kengo Utahoshi.

In a memorable final interview, Fukushi personally chose Takahashi as his scene partner, and the two showcased their chemistry through an on-the-spot dialogue exercise. The hit series went on to captivate audiences on TV Asahi, airing from September 4, 2011, to August 26, 2012.

He made his film debut in Kamen Rider OOO Wonderful.

Before Kamen Rider Fourze even hit TV screens, Sota Fukushi made his silver-screen debut as Gentaro Kisaragi in Kamen Rider OOO Wonderful: The Shogun and the 21 Core Medals, which premiered on August 6, 2011.

He quickly followed this up with another big-screen appearance in Kamen Rider × Kamen Rider Fourze & OOO: Movie War Mega Max later that year, marking his first time taking the lead role in a feature film when it was released on December 10, 2011.

Official poster of Kamen Rider OOO Wonderful: The Shogun and the 21 Core Medals

He has won several awards.

In 2014, Sota Fukushi took the spotlight in the romance hit Say I Love You, starring opposite Haruna Kawaguchi. The film, which premiered on July 12, quickly captured hearts, drawing nearly 500,000 viewers in just its first two weeks.

He followed this with a thrilling turn in Takashi Miike’s supernatural horror flick As the Gods Will, further showcasing his versatility. Fukushi’s standout performances in both films earned him the prestigious Newcomer of the Year award at the 38th Japan Academy Film Prize.

He has an upcoming Taiwanese film.

Sota Fukushi is teaming up with Taiwanese stars Ning Han and Huang Guan-Zhi for the highly anticipated film The Scar-Faced Cat: Way of Asura.

The gripping story follows a vengeful Taiwanese maiko who escapes prison to hunt down every Japanese cop who wronged her, only to uncover a shocking betrayal—the person who first ruined her life was the one she trusted most.

Photo from @fukushi_sota_official

All episodes of Can This Love Be Translated? is now available on Netflix.

Lead photo from @netflixkr

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