Disney+ Unveils Transnational Romcom 'Merry Berry Love' Starring Ji Changwook and Mio Imada

In a move to expand its international content offerings, Disney+ has unveiled a new Korean-Japanese romantic comedy series titled 'Merry Berry Love' (working title). The show, set to premiere on the streaming platform in 2026, stars Ji Changwook and Mio Imada in the lead roles.

The series follows the story of Lee Yubin, a down-on-his-luck Korean spatial designer, and Karin Shirahama, a strawberry farmer from Japan. The two characters find love on a remote Japanese island, where their lives intersect in unexpected ways.

'Merry Berry Love' is being developed and produced by CJ ENM, a leading entertainment company in South Korea. Japan's Nippon TV has also come on board as a co-producer, reflecting the transnational nature of the project.

The series is currently in production, with filming taking place across both Korea and Japan. It is directed by Kim Soojung, known for her work on the popular series 'Semantic Error', and written by Lee Jaeyoon, who has previously written 'Divorce Insurance'.

"Chang-wook is older, so he is like a big brother to me, and I trust him a lot," said Mio Imada, the Japanese actress portraying Karin, during the Disney APAC Showcase in Hong Kong. Her comments suggest a strong on-screen chemistry between the two lead actors.

With its cross-cultural narrative and talented cast, 'Merry Berry Love' is poised to captivate audiences when it debuts on Disney+ next year.