MBC deleted the video and issued an apology, "Based on the fact that the story of this drama is set in a confectionery company, we decided to produce it as a parody of a famous ice cream commercial from the 1980s and 1990s." They continued, "In the process, there were parts where we failed to consider the stance of other cultures. All of the relevant videos have now been deleted. In the future, we will be more careful and cautious in these areas to avoid causing discomfort." "We lacked cultural consideration." They then bowed their heads, saying, "We will approach things more carefully and prudently in the future."
Not a season 2 yet but if anyone is interested, this will apparently also be getting an animation adaptation. The plan is to recreate the series as a short-form animation series that capitalizes on the fast-paced storyline and strong characterization, lasting approximately 10 minutes (per episode or in total idk?)
I dont mind that tbh, just don't want Ko Yeong Rye and Seo Jong Hui getting into one with male lead and making them enemies or whatever because of a guy
Samsung Securities Co., Ltd. had this listed as 2026 in their content lineup they released on July. Nam Ji Hyun and Kim Jae Yeong were listed so they are confirmed as of now
Also Filmmakers recruitment ad had the main casting listed as completed so probably main cast confirmation soon with filming scheduled to start August 21 and expected to end in February 2026
Some more details on main characters and supporting ones too:
Fujiwara Sosuke, heir to a major confectionery company, who has a fear of germs and can’t bear touching anyone. Opposite him is Ha Na a gifted chocolatier who creates their best-selling desserts. Due to her extreme fear of eye contact, she works as an anonymous chocolatier for the popular and exquisite chocolate shop, Le Sauveur.
When Sosuke becomes the new head of Le Sauveur, he decides to revamp operations and meet with the equally anxious Hana. To their surprise, she finds herself able to look Sosuke in the eyes, while he doesn’t recoil from touching her. What follows is a charming, slow-burn exploration of their day-to-day interactions, as the two gradually and sweetly begin to grow close to each other.
We also meet Hiro, Sosuke’s best friend and a jazz bar owner whom Hana secretly admires, and Irene, an old friend of Sosuke’s and a therapist who also happens to be Hana’s counselor.
Joining them, Fujiwara Takashi is Sosuke’s supportive cousin at work, and Kawamura Motomi , Le Sauveur’s chief chocolatier, who pours her heart and soul into the shop. Kuroiwa Kenji is the owner of Le Sauveur, a chocolatier who understands Ha Na’s scopophobia and cares for her deeply. Fujiwara Shuntaro is Sosuke’s father and the chairman of Futago Confectionery.
SBS told Star News on the 14th, "Actress Park Ji Hyun will not be joining the next season due to scheduling conflicts," and "We will be casting a new actress for a new character for Season 2 to show a different charm from before."
Heo Nam Jun has received an offer to star in Whale Star as Song Hae Su and is currently coordinating details. His agency, H-Solid, told JTBC Entertainment News, "It's true that we received an offer and we are currently reviewing it."
Song Hae Su is an independence activist born in the Maritime Province of Primorsky Krai who lost his family and holds a firm belief in the independence movement. Being cool-headed and having a responsible personality, he undergoes various transformations as he intertwines with the main characters, Heo Su Aand Kang Ui Hyeon
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MBC deleted the video and issued an apology, "Based on the fact that the story of this drama is set in a confectionery company, we decided to produce it as a parody of a famous ice cream commercial from the 1980s and 1990s." They continued, "In the process, there were parts where we failed to consider the stance of other cultures. All of the relevant videos have now been deleted. In the future, we will be more careful and cautious in these areas to avoid causing discomfort." "We lacked cultural consideration." They then bowed their heads, saying, "We will approach things more carefully and prudently in the future."
https://www.tenasia.co.kr/article/2025082131374
https://www.instagram.com/jtbcdrama/reel/DNjr93YvNgQ/?hl=en
https://m.entertain.naver.com/now/article/076/0004313990
https://x.com/mbcdrama_pre/status/1957940646871986341
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0v4w__NUj4
https://www.instagram.com/jtbcdrama/reel/DNhODMsz79s/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdwX4QZpWGI
https://x.com/disneyplusph/status/1957623564426727935
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbXsuPmmbaE
Also Filmmakers recruitment ad had the main casting listed as completed so probably main cast confirmation soon with filming scheduled to start August 21 and expected to end in February 2026
https://x.com/studiodragonKR/status/1957336666395603122
Fujiwara Sosuke, heir to a major confectionery company, who has a fear of germs and can’t bear touching anyone. Opposite him is Ha Na a gifted chocolatier who creates their best-selling desserts. Due to her extreme fear of eye contact, she works as an anonymous chocolatier for the popular and exquisite chocolate shop, Le Sauveur.
When Sosuke becomes the new head of Le Sauveur, he decides to revamp operations and meet with the equally anxious Hana. To their surprise, she finds herself able to look Sosuke in the eyes, while he doesn’t recoil from touching her. What follows is a charming, slow-burn exploration of their day-to-day interactions, as the two gradually and sweetly begin to grow close to each other.
We also meet Hiro, Sosuke’s best friend and a jazz bar owner whom Hana secretly admires, and Irene, an old friend of Sosuke’s and a therapist who also happens to be Hana’s counselor.
Joining them, Fujiwara Takashi is Sosuke’s supportive cousin at work, and Kawamura Motomi , Le Sauveur’s chief chocolatier, who pours her heart and soul into the shop. Kuroiwa Kenji is the owner of Le Sauveur, a chocolatier who understands Ha Na’s scopophobia and cares for her deeply. Fujiwara Shuntaro is Sosuke’s father and the chairman of Futago Confectionery.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/now/article/108/0003356762
https://m.entertain.naver.com/now/article/117/0003976150
Song Hae Su is an independence activist born in the Maritime Province of Primorsky Krai who lost his family and holds a firm belief in the independence movement. Being cool-headed and having a responsible personality, he undergoes various transformations as he intertwines with the main characters, Heo Su Aand Kang Ui Hyeon
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/437/0000452721