Romance in the House

Romance in the House (Korean: 가족X멜로; RR: Gajok X Melo) is a South Korean television series that aired on JTBC from August 10 to September 15, 2024. The drama, directed by Kim Da-ye and written by Kim Young-yoon, explores the intricate relationships within a family following the unexpected return of an estranged father.

Plot Synopsis

The story centers on Byeon Moo-jin and his ex-wife, Geum Ae-yeon. During their marriage, Moo-jin experienced a series of failed business ventures, leading to his eventual estrangement from his family. Eleven years after their divorce, Ae-yeon has been working part-time to support their two children, Byeon Mi-rae and Byeon Hyeon-jae.

The family's life is upended when Moo-jin returns, having become the wealthy owner of the villa where they reside. While he attempts to reconcile with Ae-yeon, his daughter, Mi-rae—who serves as the family's primary breadwinner—strongly opposes his return. Conversely, his son, Hyeon-jae, welcomes his father's efforts. Parallel to the family conflict, Mi-rae develops a relationship with Nam Tae-pyeong, a former national taekwondo athlete who works as a security guard at the same mart where she is employed.

Cast

The series features an ensemble cast portraying the central family and their associates:

Ji Jin-hee as Byeon Moo-jin
Kim Ji-soo as Geum Ae-yeon
Son Na-eun as Byeon Mi-rae
Minho as Nam Tae-pyeong
Yoon San-ha as Byeon Hyeon-jae

Broadcast Information

Romance in the House was broadcast on JTBC in the Saturday and Sunday 22:30 time slot. It followed the conclusion of Miss Night and Day and was succeeded by A Virtuous Business on October 12, 2024.