The moon is rising on Netflix’s next big obsession! The highly anticipated youth fantasy romance “Beauty in the Beast” (working title) has officially kicked off its journey, giving fans an exclusive first look at the cast’s electric chemistry during their very first script reading session.
Forget everything you know about college romances—this series is bringing a supernatural “howl” to campus life.
A Secret Hidden in Plain Sight
“Beauty in the Beast” follows the chaotic and heart-fluttering life of Ha Min-soo, a college freshman harboring a secret that could destroy her “normal” life: she has the ability to transform into a wolf. After a lifetime of suppressing her emotions and being strictly trained to blend into human society, Min-soo finally steps into the world of university life—only to find that keeping her inner beast in check is harder than she ever imagined.
Meet the Trio Caught in a Supernatural Love Triangle
-
Kim Min-ju as the Wolf-Girl, Ha Min-soo: Returning to the screen with a complex role, Kim Min-ju portrays a girl who has spent her life holding back. Despite her dangerous secret, Min-soo is a bright soul brimming with curiosity. Watching her navigate the thrill of her first “ordinary” dreams while battling her wild instincts is set to be the heart of the show.
-
Moon Sang-min as the “Big Puppy” Senior, Hae-jun: Moon Sang-min steps into the shoes of the seemingly cold and intimidating Hae-jun. With his sharp eyes and sullen expressions, he’s the last person you’d want to cross—until you see his hidden, gentle side. Intrigued by the “strange” behavior of the new freshman Min-soo, he finds himself drawn to her in ways he can’t explain.
-
Lomon as the Free-Spirited Werewolf, Do-ha: Adding fuel to the fire is Lomon’s character, Do-ha. Unlike Min-soo, Do-ha is a werewolf who embraces his nature. He lives without hesitation and finds Min-soo’s repressed lifestyle both frustrating and impossible to ignore. His arrival promises to shake up the campus dynamics and challenge everything Min-soo knows about herself.
The Masterminds Behind the Camera
The production quality is already guaranteed, thanks to a powerhouse creative duo:
-
Director Jin Hyuk: The visual genius behind The Legend of the Blue Sea and Sisyphus: The Myth.
-
Writer Gin Han-sai: The edgy storyteller who gripped audiences with Netflix’s Extracurricular and Glitch.
By blending the whimsical elements of a fantasy romance with the gritty, modern storytelling seen in Extracurricular, “Beauty in the Beast” is shaping up to be a genre-bending hit that explores what it truly means to be “human.”
Why You Should Be Excited
With a cast of rising global stars and a plot that mixes the “enemies-to-lovers” trope with high-stakes supernatural secrets, this drama is poised to be Netflix’s next big K-Content juggernaut. Whether you’re here for the “big puppy” charms of Moon Sang-min or the wild energy of Lomon, there’s something for every fantasy lover.
Read: Recipe for Love: Upcoming Family Drama Unveils Heartwarming Main Poster
