In the whirlwind world of K-dramas, few shows have captured hearts quite like Would You Marry Me?, the 2025 romantic comedy that blended fake marriage tropes with heartfelt family drama and bakery empire intrigue. Starring Parasite‘s Choi Woo-shik and Because This Is My First Life‘s Jung So-min, the series wrapped its 12-episode run on November 15, 2025, leaving fans craving more from the chaotic yet charming lives of Kim Woo-joo and Yoo Me-ri. As whispers of a potential Season 2 swirl online, let’s dive into the latest updates, renewal prospects, and what could come next for this addictive rom-com.
A Quick Recap: What Made Season 1 a Must-Watch?
Would You Marry Me? follows Yoo Me-ri (Jung So-min), a talented designer reeling from betrayal by her cheating fiancé and a real estate scam that leaves her in debt. Just when things hit rock bottom, she wins a luxurious townhouse in a lottery—but there’s a catch: it’s for newlyweds only, and she has 90 days to prove her marital bliss to skeptical inspectors.
Enter Kim Woo-joo (Choi Woo-shik), the meticulous marketing whiz and reluctant heir to Myungsoondang, an 80-year-old family bakery on the brink of collapse. What starts as a pragmatic fake marriage deal spirals into real emotions, corporate sabotage, long-buried family secrets, and a revenge plot tied to Woo-joo’s past. Directed by Song Hyun-wook (My Liberation Notes), the show masterfully balances laugh-out-loud rom-com antics with poignant explorations of love, forgiveness, and legacy.
The finale delivered a satisfying (if bittersweet) resolution: Woo-joo exposes the villainous Director Jang’s crimes, steps up as Myungsoondang’s CEO, and ties the knot with Me-ri for real. Me-ri’s divorce finalizes, and loose ends like the licensing scandal wrap up neatly. Yet, that lingering shot of Han-gu’s unresolved verdict and the bakery’s evolving dynamics has fans theorizing about unfinished business.
Critics and viewers alike raved about the leads’ electric chemistry—Choi’s deadpan charm perfectly offsetting Jung’s fiery vulnerability—earning it spots on “Best K-Dramas of 2025” lists. With OST hits like the titular track climbing charts, it’s no wonder Season 2 rumors are baking up fast.
Is Season 2 Would You Marry Me? Renewed?
As of November 24, 2025, Disney+ Hotstar and SBS have not officially renewed Would You Marry Me? for a second season. The show’s production team has remained tight-lipped, but in post-finale interviews, they’ve hinted at openness to more stories if fan demand surges. Lead actress Jung So-min shared in a Naver Q&A: “I want to send Woo-joo and Me-ri off with a smile… but I’m deeply grateful to the viewers who stayed with us. Who knows what the future holds?”
Viewership numbers played a key role in the show’s success, with episodes peaking at over 12% nationwide ratings on SBS and strong global streams on Disney+. Social media buzz, including #WouldYouMarryMeS2 trending worldwide, could tip the scales. However, K-drama renewals often hinge on actor schedules—Choi Woo-shik is eyeing Hollywood projects post-Parasite fame, while Jung So-min has multiple offers lined up.
