Netflix has released a captivating teaser trailer and posters for its upcoming original series You and Everything Else, starring Kim Go-eun and Park Ji-hyun in lead roles. The drama explores the intricate dynamics of a lifelong friendship laced with admiration, jealousy, resentment, and love, promising a deep dive into the emotional complexities that define human relationships.
The story centers on two childhood friends, Eun-jung (played by Kim Go-eun) and Sang-yeon (played by Park Ji-hyun), whose bond has endured through decades of shared experiences—from their teenage years into their 40s. Their relationship is portrayed as a rollercoaster of emotions, where moments of genuine affection coexist with undercurrents of envy and misunderstanding. The newly released teaser poster captures this tension with the tagline, “Caught between admiration and resentment,” showing the two characters standing before blurred images of each other, hinting at the blurred lines in their connection and raising intrigue about how their paths will evolve.
The teaser video further amplifies the drama's themes, opening with a heated exchange where Sang-yeon directs sharp words at Eun-jung, who retorts with equal resentment. It chronicles their history, revealing two significant falling-outs that led to their eventual drift apart. Viewers are left wondering about the events that pushed these once-inseparable friends to the brink, all while navigating the fine line between admiration and inferiority.
Key dialogues in the teaser underscore the psychological depth of their interactions. Eun-jung confesses, “Being around Sang-yeon makes everything about me feel so ordinary, insignificant even,” reflecting her sense of inadequacy in the shadow of her friend's perceived superiority. In response, Sang-yeon admits, “That’s when I sensed that I could never beat her,” highlighting the mutual feelings of competition that have simmered beneath the surface. These lines capture universal emotions that many may recognize from their own friendships, adding a layer of relatability to the narrative.
As the teaser progresses, it delves into the pain of unmet understanding, with Eun-jung expressing a poignant wish: “Even if it’s just once, I wish I could truly understand how Sang-yeon feels.” This sentiment emphasizes how, despite their closeness, hidden emotions and misunderstandings have created rifts, leaving audiences eager to see if reconciliation or further separation awaits the duo.
Directed by Cho Young-min, You and Everything Else aims to resonate on a personal level with its audience. In a statement, Cho Young-min shared his vision for the project: “I felt that ‘companionship’ is the defining tone of this project. As you follow the lives of Eun Jung and Sang Yeon, you may find yourself confronting your past self, thinking of an old friend, or connecting it to your own life—or the lives of those around you. I believe you may come to understand someone, forgive someone, or even discover yourself.”
The series is slated to premiere on Netflix on September 12, offering viewers a thought-provoking exploration of friendship's multifaceted nature.
For fans eager to see more of the stars, Kim Go-eun can be watched in Yumi’s Cells 2, while Park Ji-hyun appears in Reborn Rich, both available on streaming platforms.
Sources: Naver and Netflix.
