Drama Info
The drama is based on the popular web novel “The Best of Tomorrow” by Kimbbang, and is written by Lee Shi Eun, the writer behind hit dramas such as “Top Star Yoo Baek” and “True Beauty.” The cast includes Kim Hye-yoon as Im Sol, and Byeon Woo Seok as Ryu Sun Jae.
- Korean Drama: Lovely Runner (선재 업고 튀어)
- Also Known As (AKA): Sunjae Eobgo Tweeeo, The Best of Tomorrow , Run Away With Sun Jae on Piggyback , Run Away With Seon Jae on Piggyback , Tomorrow’s #1
- Country: South Korea
- Genres: Music, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
- Director: Boo Sung Chul, Kim Tae Yeong, Yoon Jong Ho
- Screenwriter: Lee Shi Eun
- Number of Episodes: 16
- Release date: Apr 8, 2024
- Finale episode date: May 28, 2024
- Aired On: Monday, Tuesday
- Watch On: TVING, tvN, Viki
- Running time: 70 min.
Lovely Runner Plot Synopsis
Lovers Leap is an upcoming tvN drama that tells the story of Im Sol, a passionate fan who loses her will to live after the death of her favorite artist, Ryu Sun-jae. In a desperate attempt to save her idol, Sol travels back in time to 2008.
Eighteen-year-old Im Sol is a die-hard fan of the top star, Ryu Saenjae. After giving up on her own dreams following a childhood accident, Im Sol finds comfort and purpose in life through Ryu Saenjae’s music. However, her world crumbles when Ryu Saenjae unexpectedly passes away. One day, Im Sol finds herself inexplicably transported back in time to 2008.
Reunited with a teenage Ryu Saenjae, Im Sol, aware of his future, cautiously observes his choices, determined to guide him on a better path.
Lovely Runner Cast
Byun Woo-seok as Ryu Saenjae: An ever-present top star since his debut, the pressures of idol life eventually lead him down a dark path. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when Im Sol, a beacon of light, enters his life at the peak of his youth.
Kim Hye-yoon as Im Sol: An ardent fan who travels back in time to save her idol, Ryu Saenjae. After relinquishing her own dreams due to a childhood accident, Im Sol finds solace and inspiration in Ryu Saenjae’s music, becoming his devoted fan. One day, amidst her ordinary life, she is inexplicably sent back 15 years in time. Now facing a teenage Ryu Saenjae, Im Sol is determined to prevent his tragic future.
Lee Seung-hyub as Baek In-hyuk: The leader and guitarist of the band “Eclipse”, known for his easygoing and reliable nature. He is Ryu Saenjae’s closest friend and shares a deep passion for music, having actively participated in their high school band together.
Song Geon-hee as Kim Tae-sung: Ryu Saenjae’s manager.
