My Girlfriend Is A Real Man: Imagine waking up one morning and realizing your girlfriend is now a man. Sounds wild, right? That’s just the kind of twisty surprise that tees up the premise of the new K-drama “My Girlfriend Is a Real Man.” Full of K-pop star power, eccentric campus hijinks, and a feel-good lesson about love conquering all, this gender-bending romantic comedy is already making waves ahead of its premiere. If you love swoon-worthy idol pairings or are simply looking for something truly unique and fresh, this fun drama will quickly charm its way to your heart. Here’s what you need to know before embarking on this heart-string-pulling, gut-busting, lovefest rollercoaster.
My Girlfriend Is A Real Man: Release Date & Broadcast Info
The series is expected to premiere on July 23, 2025 and will be broadcast every Wednesday and Thursday at 9:50 pm KST starting July 23 and concluding on Aug 28, 2025 with 12 episodes in total.
Cast
- Arin (Oh My Girl) as Kim Ji‑eun: A sweet, warm-hearted university student who, due to a strange family gene, transforms into a man one morning.
- Yoon San‑ha (ASTRO) as Park Yun‑jae: Majoring in astronomy, he falls head‑over‑heels for Ji‑eun at a blind date and vows to love her no matter what.
- Yoo Jung‑hoo as Kim Ji‑hun: The male form that Ji‑eun becomes, guided into masculine life by Yun‑jae.
- Chuu (former LOONA) as Kang Min‑ju: A popular university student who becomes intrigued by Ji‑hun’s sudden arrival.
Plot
Inspired by Massstar’s webtoon My Girlfriend Is a Real Man, the series puts an incredible spin on romantic comedy tropes:
Park Yun‑jae, a half-idealistic astronomy student, goes on a blind date with Kim Ji‑eun and they hit it off immediately. Ji‑eun is suddenly transformed into a man assuming the identity “Kim Ji‑hun.” Even in the face of such shock, Yun‑jae still chooses to stay by her side, reaffirming his role as mentor as he guides Ji‑hun onto the path of masculine life. Together, they navigate the embarrassing, hilarious, beautiful, and heart-breaking experiences that ensue. At the same time, Kang Min‑ju joins the action and starts falling for Ji‑hun herself, deepening the stakes of their unexpected love triangle.
Highlights & Expectations
Genre & Tone: Expect a breezy, campus-based romantic comedy infused with fantasy elements and light-hearted gender bending.
Posters of #MyGirlfriendIsARealMan starring #Arin, #Chuu, #YoonSanha and #YooJunghoo, releasing on July 23. pic.twitter.com/K1JYH0nxyS
— kdrama diary (@kdramasdiary) June 27, 2025
The idol-packed lineup—Arin, San‑ha, and Chuu creates new chemistry and has built-in fan-fueled hype.
Where to Watch?
Domestically: KBS2, broadcast nationwide in South Korea (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Internationally: Licensed for streaming on Rakuten Viki, Wavve.
This summer’s Looking offers a welcome rom-com change of pace where love really is blind to gender. It’s whimsical, earnest, and unpredictable. If you’re looking for an entertaining, uplifting series with a little bit of depth, My Girlfriend Is a Real Man might be your next favorite binge-watch.
