The show follows multilingual interpreter Joo Ho-jin, who’s suddenly assigned to global A-lister Cha Moo-hee―setting off an unpredictable, cross-border romance. Ahead of launch, Netflix teased three reasons to watch.
# A Universal Story Of Love and Communication―With Romance You Won’t See Coming
First up: the irresistible, anything-can-happen chemistry between a top-tier interpreter and an international superstar.
Penned by the hitmaking Hong Sisters―Hong Jung-eun and Hong Mi-ran (Alchemy of Souls, Hotel del Luna)―and directed by Yoo Young-eun (Bloody Heart), the series pairs sharp character work with a fresh premise.
The romance springs from a relatable irony: even when we share a language, we don’t always understand each other. Ho-jin (Kim Seon-ho) can juggle English, Japanese, even Italian―but he’s clumsy when it comes to the language of love. Moo-hee (Go Youn-jung) soaks up adoration from millions, yet fumbles with her own feelings.
“It’s less about vocabulary and more about understanding people―and love,” says director Yoo, promising a spectrum of emotions and sparkling chemistry as two opposites learn to truly connect. With love and communication at its core, "Can This Love Be Translated?" aims to resonate with viewers worldwide.
# Kim Seon-ho × Go Youn-jung Deliver Peak Rom-Com Sparks
The second hook is the lead duo’s swoon-worthy pairing.
Kim Seon-ho transforms into ace interpreter Joo Ho-jin, fluent in multiple languages but hilariously out of his depth in romance. As Moo-hee upends his carefully ordered life, Kim is set to chart Ho-jin’s slow unraveling with nuance and warmth.
Go Youn-jung plays the unpredictable global It-girl Cha Moo-hee, a breakout talent who skyrockets to superstardom overnight. Her performance promises the push-pull of a woman adored by the world yet uncertain about her own heart, especially once Ho-jin enters the picture.
As Ho-jin and Moo-hee start to speak each other’s “love language,” their evolving dynamic is poised to ignite viewers’ rom-com sensibilities.
Rounding out the cast: Fukushi Sota as Hiro, Japan’s reigning “prince of romance” and Moo-hee’s co-star on the dating show "Romantic Trip"; Lee Yi-dam as PD Shin Ji-seon, who shares a long history with Ho-jin; and Choi Woo-sung as Moo-hee’s steadfast manager, Kim Yong-woo.
# Globe-Trotting Backdrops × An Earworm-Filled OST from WENDY, Wonstein and More
Finally, the production goes big on scale and sound, blending striking locations with a polished soundtrack.
Set across South Korea, Japan, Canada, and Italy, the series leans into each destination’s vibe to heighten immersion―like taking a trip alongside Ho-jin and Moo-hee. Director Yoo weaves signature cityscapes into the narrative, letting the scenery mirror the characters’ deepening emotions.
The soundtrack amplifies every beat: MeloMance’s Kim Min-seok delivers “Language of Love,” WENDY offers the dreamy “Daydream,” Zior Park contributes “Dance Alone,” and Wonstein closes in with “Promise.” From signature themes that echo the characters’ inner worlds to lush, travel-ready melodies, the OST layers on romance and resonance.
With vivid visuals and a transportive score, "Can This Love Be Translated?" aims to leave a fairy-tale afterglow―and a warm emotional punch.
Brimming with chemistry and globe-spanning set pieces, "Can This Love Be Translated?" is now streaming on Netflix.
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(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)