Date My Friend (진짜 괜찮은 사람): Your 2025 Guide to tvN’s Hit Korean Dating Show
Craving a fun, heartwarming dating show? Date My Friend (진짜 괜찮은 사람), tvN’s latest reality hit, premiered August 3, 2025, featuring celebrities like Jo Se-ho and Kang So-ra as matchmakers for their single best friends.
Over five days and four nights, singles mingle, date, and spark romance with their famous friends cheering them on. Here’s your guide to the cast, episodes, and how to watch!
What Is Date My Friend About?
Date My Friend is a fresh Korean dating show where celebs introduce their single friends to find love. Stars like Kim Young-kwang and Lee Mi-joo add charm as they vouch for their “real good people.”
- Premise: Celebs play matchmaker in a cozy, romantic setting.
- Why Watch?: Unscripted connections and K-drama vibes.
Meet the Star-Studded Cast
The cast includes:
- Jo Se-ho (You Quiz On The Block): Witty and warm.
- Kang So-ra: Emotional depth in matchmaking.
- Kim Young-kwang: Charismatic energy.
- Lee Mi-joo (Lovelyz): Bubbly support.
Fans on X love Jo Se-ho’s humor and Kang So-ra’s heartfelt moments.
Episode Guide and Schedule
Airing Sundays at 19:50 KST on tvN, expect 10–12 episodes. Follow X for fan updates or check tvN’s site.
Where to Watch in 2025
- tvN: Live in South Korea.
- Streaming: Check Netflix or Viu for global access.
- X: Search #DateMyFriend for clips.
Why It Stands Out
Unlike Single’s Inferno, Date My Friend blends celebrity charm with authentic romance, perfect for K-drama fans.
Date My Friend (2025)
The eight members, who are friends of the eight panellists, have gathered at Lovebud House to form romantic relationships. The hosts introduce their friends in hopes of finding them a match. To settle into their new home, the members go grocery shopping and get to know one another. On their first day, they vote based on their first impressions. Who will be the person who knocks on the door of their hearts?
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 SubtitleAs the members grow comfortable with one another, their honest feelings begin to surface. The results of their first vote are unexpectedly revealed. They go on dates recommended by the Lovebuds, where new bonds form and tensions rise. After their first dates, the second vote unfolds. With emotions running high, nothing is certain, and every moment counts!
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 SubtitleThe members continue the dates recommended by the Lovebuds. Geon Wu and Sin Young face unexpected challenges on their yacht date. Jeong Geun and Ji Eun reveal hidden sides that spark interest and tension. Su Jin and Hyun Jin get to know one another on a deeper level. It’s time for the second selection, and new information is about to be revealed!
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 SubtitleThe members’ ages and occupations are finally revealed. A flood of thoughts and emotions runs through their minds. The infinity pool opens at last, and they play games in pairs. The girls become competitive, while the boys catch a glimpse of new sides to them. Love is all about timing. Will they be able to find the right moment for one another?
Ko-Fi TrakteerAfter the men’s choice date, the relationships inside the house accelerate at a dangerous speed. Su Jin begins to open her heart during Dong Ha’s special date, leaving Hyun Jin confused. Meanwhile, Da Hye shakes things up by revealing her true feelings, creating unexpected love triangles. As misunderstandings pile up, the women’s date choices shock the studio.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 SubtitleHyeon Jin finally goes on his long-awaited date with Da Hye, while Su Jin and Dong Ha explore their feelings during a late-night bamboo forest date. Meanwhile, the couple bracelet incident takes an unexpected turn when Ji Eun returns without her bracelet, leading Jeong Geun to make a shocking move.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 SubtitleWith only a day left until the Final Pick, Dong Ha and Su Jin, enjoy sweet, romantic vibes. Meanwhile, Jeong Geun and Ji Eun struggle through hardships, with Ji Eun reaching her breaking point. After long hesitation, Sin Young finally confesses her true feelings, leaving someone shaken by her honesty.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 SubtitleA week passed so fast, and it’s the last day. Everyone has their chance to meet one person for the last time to tell their feelings and talk about the Final Pick. What do they have in their minds, and who will they want to meet? The voting is done, and everyone waits to meet the one they chose. We never know until the end, and there could be unexpected twists.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitleStream Date My Friend on tvN or join the buzz on X with #DateMyFriend!