A Business Proposal is a South Korean romantic comedy television series starring Ahn Hyo-seop, Kim Se-jeong, Kim Min-kyu, and Seol In-ah. It is based on the webtoon of the same name by Haehwa and Narak. The series aired on SBS TV from February 28 to April 5, 2022.
The series follows Shin Ha-ri (Kim Se-jeong), a food researcher who works for a food company. She is single and her best friend Jin Young-seo (Seol In-ah) is a wealthy heiress. One day, Young-seo asks Ha-ri to go on a blind date with her fiance Kang Tae-mu (Ahn Hyo-seop), a CEO of a major company. Ha-ri agrees, but she goes to the date in Young-seo’s place.
Tae-mu is immediately smitten with Ha-ri and asks her to marry him. Ha-ri is shocked, but she agrees to the marriage in order to help Young-seo. However, things get complicated when Tae-mu finds out that Ha-ri is not actually Young-seo.
Tae-mu is a workaholic who is known for his cold and aloof personality. He is also very demanding and expects perfection from everyone around him. Ha-ri is a kind and cheerful person who is always willing to help others. She is also very good at her job.
As they spend more time together, Tae-mu begins to see Ha-ri in a new light. He realizes that she is not just a pretty face, but she is also intelligent, capable, and kind. Ha-ri also begins to develop feelings for Tae-mu, but she is afraid to tell him the truth.
In addition to the main love story, A Business Proposal also explores the themes of friendship, family, and workplace culture. The series is full of humor, romance, and heartwarming moments.
Characters
- Shin Ha-ri: A food researcher who is single and works for a food company. She is kind, cheerful, and always willing to help others.
- Kang Tae-mu: The CEO of a major company. He is known for his cold and aloof personality, but he is also very demanding and expects perfection from everyone around him.
- Jin Young-seo: Ha-ri’s best friend. She is a wealthy heiress who is engaged to Kang Tae-mu.
- Cha Sung-hoon: Tae-mu’s assistant. He is loyal and hardworking, but he is also a bit of a pushover.
- **Yoon Seol: Tae-mu’s secretary. She is intelligent and efficient, but she is also a bit of a perfectionist.
Reception
A Business Proposal was a critical and commercial success. It was one of the most popular dramas of 2022 in South Korea and it was also well-received by international audiences. The series was praised for its humor, romance, and heartwarming moments.
The series also won several awards, including the 2022 SBS Drama Awards for Best Drama, Best Actor (Ahn Hyo-seop), and Best Actress (Kim Se-jeong).
Conclusion
A Business Proposal is a charming and heartwarming romantic comedy that is sure to leave you smiling. The series is full of humor, romance, and heartwarming moments, and it is sure to please fans of the genre.
