Shining: A Nostalgic First Love Story on JTBC
JTBC is set to premiere its new Friday drama Shining on March 6, 2026, at 8:50 p.m. KST, with a special two-episode launch. Starring GOT7’s Park Jinyoung and rising actress Kim Min Ju, the series explores the unforgettable journey of youth, first love, and the light that two people become for each other as they grow and change.
A Story of Youth and First Love
Shining tells the story of young people who once shared a world of their own. Over time, they gradually become each other’s source of trust and the guiding light that shapes their lives. The drama captures the bittersweet emotions of first love, the innocence of youth, and the enduring impact of memories that remain long after adolescence.
Park Jinyoung plays Yeon Tae Seo, a train conductor who views the world with clear-eyed realism. Having achieved the independence he long sought, Tae Seo lives a steady routine until fate reunites him with his first love. Kim Min Ju stars as Mo Eun Ah, Tae Seo’s unforgettable companion from the age of nineteen. Eun Ah, once a hotelier, now works as a manager at a traditional-style stay in Seoul. Known for her warmth, emotional depth, and charm, she embodies the resilience and tenderness that define the character.
Teaser Poster: A Nostalgic Glimpse
The newly released teaser poster has already captured attention, highlighting the chemistry between Park Jinyoung and Kim Min Ju. The image shows Yeon Tae Seo and Mo Eun Ah sitting side by side with their backs to the camera, bathed in summer sunlight and surrounded by lush greenery. Their school bags are set aside as they gaze at the peaceful neighborhood scenery, evoking the refreshing innocence of nineteen-year-olds.
Tae Seo appears contemplative, his head lowered, while Eun Ah looks ahead into the distance, suggesting the different ways they view their shared moment. The caption, “We were special,” underscores the unique bond between the two characters and hints at the emotional journey awaiting viewers.
Creative Team and Expectations
Directed by Kim Yoon Jin, known for Our Beloved Summer, and written by Lee Sook Yeon, the acclaimed writer of A Piece of Your Mind, Shining promises a blend of heartfelt storytelling and visual elegance. The production team emphasized that the drama will deliver a quiet resonance, portraying the radiant moments of youth and the emotional depth of first love.
The chemistry between Park Jinyoung and Kim Min Ju is already generating buzz, with fans eager to see how their performances will bring to life the tender yet poignant story of Yeon Tae Seo and Mo Eun Ah.
Premiere
Shining will premiere on March 6, 2026, at 8:50 p.m. KST on JTBC, with the first two episodes airing back-to-back. The series is expected to deliver a nostalgic yet emotionally stirring portrayal of youth, love, and the light that two people can become for each other.
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