What Makes “You Are The Apple Of My Eye” A Highly Anticipated Korean Movie In 2025?

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A new lineup of Korean movies will be released in 2025, including “You Are The Apple Of My Eye." This upcoming content is an adaptation of the iconic Taiwanese film of the same name. The movie stars TWICE’s DaHyun and Jung JinYoung, two talented performers beloved in their respective fields.

Last year, the producers released a teaser video for the movie, igniting thrills among fans. More recently, they unveiled a new poster, rekindling anticipation. But what is it about this film that has fans buzzing with excitement? Is it because of the actors or their familiarity with the storyline?

Continue reading to understand why people are looking forward to this Korean adaptation. But before that, let's first tackle why fans fell in love with the original Taiwanese movie.

 

Impact of the Original Taiwanese Film “You Are The Apple Of My Eye” and Its Enduring Legacy

“You Are The Apple Of My Eye,” directed by Giddens Ko, came out in 2011. It was inspired by the semi-autobiographical novel of the same name, which Ko authored. The movie stars Ko ChenTung as Ko ChingTeng, a trickster and a mischievous student who ultimately becomes a writer. Michelle Chen plays the role of Shen ChiaYi, an honor student famous among the boys in her class.

This 2011 film became a successful release for its heartfelt portrayal of youthful love and the bittersweet journey of growing up. Its universal themes connected with audiences globally