Soul Mate (Japanese: ソウルメイト) is an upcoming Netflix drama series starring Hayato Isomura and TaecYeon. The series is directed and written by Shunki Hashizume. It is set to be released in 2025 and will be available for streaming on Netflix.

Plot

The story follows Ryu Narutaki (played by Hayato Isomura) and Hwang Yo-Han (played by TaecYeon) over more than ten years, with events taking place in Berlin, Seoul, and Tokyo. Despite coming from different backgrounds, Ryu and Yo-Han share a deep sense of loneliness and form a unique bond after a chance encounter.

Ryu Narutaki, feeling guilty for unintentionally ruining his best friend's life, leaves Japan and travels abroad. In a foreign country, he nearly dies but is saved by Hwang Yo-Han, a Korean boxer. Both men carry deep emotional wounds, and as they get to know each other, they begin to heal and find comfort in their shared pain. Their meeting is a once-in-a-lifetime event that helps them understand the true meanings of love and life. Despite their desire to stay together, they face harsh challenges and an uncertain future.

Main Characters

  • Hayato Isomura as Ryu Narutaki: A man who leaves Japan after feeling responsible for his best friend's downfall. He meets Yo-Han during his travels and starts to heal from his past.
  • TaecYeon as Hwang Yo-Han: A Korean boxer who saves Ryu’s life. He also carries deep emotional scars and forms a close bond with Ryu.

Production Team

  • Director: Shunki Hashizume
  • Writer: Shunki Hashizume
  • Network: Netflix
  • Episodes: To be announced
  • Release Date: 2025
  • Language: Japanese, Korean
  • Country: Japan

Synopsis by AsianWiki

The drama spans more than ten years and is set in Berlin, Seoul, and Tokyo. It tells the story of Ryu Narutaki and Hwang Yo-Han as they heal each other's wounds. Ryu, who left Japan after ruining his best friend’s life, meets Yo-Han, a Korean boxer, and they form a unique connection. Through their encounter, they learn about love and life but face a brutal fate.

Cast

  • Hayato Isomura as Ryu Narutaki
  • TaecYeon as Hwang Yo-Han

"Soul Mate" promises to be a touching and emotional journey of two lonely souls finding solace in each other. Stay tuned for its release on Netflix in 2025.