Boss in Love Release Year: 2018 Genre: Romantic Comedy, Boys' Love Country: Thailand Number of Episodes: 12
While the trope of the wealthy CEO falling for the humble employee is as old as time, 2018 marked a specific Renaissance for this narrative. It was the year the "Cold CEO" thawed, the arrogant tycoon met his match, and the workplace romance was redefined for a modern, romance-hungry audience. From the breakout success of international dramas to the self-aware romantic comedies of Hollywood, the "Boss in Love" archetype dominated the cultural conversation. boss in love -2018-
Director Park Joo-young uses visual language to tell the story of . Early scenes of Seo-yeon’s office are shot in cool blues and straight, harsh lines (wide-angle lenses, no depth of field). Da-eun’s world is warm amber, soft focus, and shallow depth. Boss in Love Release Year: 2018 Genre: Romantic
Every great romance needs a wingman. Secretary Wang (veteran actor Lee Sung-min) has been with Seo-yeon for a decade. He is the silent observer who orchestrates "coincidental" meetings, leaves romantic comedies on the office TV, and finally resigns (temporarily) to force Seo-yeon to realize she needs Da-eun’s warmth. Director Park Joo-young uses visual language to tell
The tension escalates when it is revealed that Joo-ah also harbors a deep crush on Se-young and has returned specifically to confess her feelings. This creates an awkward, humorous "almost-love-triangle" that must be navigated within the confines of their workplace.