Just days before its highly anticipated Netflix premiere, new stills from Can This Love Be Translated? reveal Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung's characters navigating a whirlwind of emotions amid stunning international backdrops. The upcoming series, penned by the acclaimed Hong Sisters and directed by Yoo Young-eun, reimagines romance through the lens of language barriers, promising a blend of sharp humor, heartfelt misunderstandings, and globetrotting adventure.
At the center is Joo Ho-jin, played by Kim Seon-ho—a meticulous multilingual interpreter fluent in English, Japanese, and Italian, who thrives on precision but struggles with the ambiguities of emotion. His orderly world unravels upon reuniting with Cha Mu-hee, portrayed by Go Youn-jung, a vibrant top actress who skyrocketed to global fame overnight. Their story begins with a chance encounter in Japan and escalates when Ho-jin is hired as the interpreter for Mu-hee's reality dating show Romantic Trip, pairing her with Japanese star Hiro (Fukushi Sota) for shoots in romantic destinations worldwide.
The freshly released images capture the duo's evolving bond during these travels. Ho-jin appears contemplative in a tranquil foreign bookstore, surrounded by breathtaking scenery that mirrors his growing inner turmoil—his composed facade cracking under the weight of unspoken feelings for Mu-hee. Kim Seon-ho, beloved for his nuanced portrayals in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha and Start-Up, masterfully conveys this vulnerability through subtle glances and restrained expressions.
Meanwhile, Go Youn-jung shines as Mu-hee, depicted in full professional mode on set, exuding charisma, yet caught in quieter moments of introspection that hint at her own emotional chaos. Known for her compelling depth in Alchemy of Souls and Moving, Go Youn-jung infuses the character with bold energy and unpredictability, making Mu-hee's journey from confident star to lovesick traveler utterly relatable.
From their initial sparks in Japan to shared adventures filming Romantic Trip in Canada's aurora-lit landscapes and Italy's charming streets, the stills showcase tender proximity—shared laughs, intense stares, and tense silences on dimly lit avenues. These visuals underscore the drama's core tension: while Ho-jin translates words effortlessly, deciphering Mu-hee's "language of love" proves far more challenging, leading to delightful frustrations and poignant growth.
Adding another layer of intrigue, stills show Hiro (Fukushi Sota) holding onto Mu-hee on the red carpet, hinting at the role he may play as an unexpected variable between Ho-jin and Mu-hee during the filming of Romantic Trip. Additional stills featuring the capable Romantic Trip PD Shin Ji-sun (Lee Yi-dam) and Mu-hee's longtime manager Kim Yong-woo (Choi Woo-sung) further pique curiosity about the paths each character will take.
With its exploration of cultural clashes, miscommunications, and the universal quest for connection, Can This Love Be Translated? stands poised to kick off the new year with irresistible charm. The series premieres on Netflix on January 16, 2026.
Source: Naver
