Boys Over Flowers (2009)

Boys Over Flowers Short Brief

Boys Over Flowers is a popular South Korean drama series that aired from 2009 to 2010, based on the Japanese manga Hana Yori Dango. The story follows Geum Jan-di, a strong-willed and resilient girl from a working-class background, who earns a scholarship to attend an elite high school, Shinhwa High, populated by wealthy students. There, she encounters the F4, a group of four wealthy and handsome boys led by the arrogant and charismatic Gu Jun-pyo. Initially clashing with Jun-pyo, Jan-di’s fierce independence eventually draws his attention, leading to a tumultuous romance filled with rivalry, friendship, and social class struggles. The series became a massive hit across Asia, renowned for its engaging plot, memorable characters, and themes of love, friendship, and social inequality, sparking several adaptations and influencing the genre of romantic dramas.