Catch the Main Character Season 1

"Catch the Main Character" is a light and touching Korean drama from 2025 that perfectly fits a winter evening when you crave romance without excessive drama. The main character, Ha Young (Kal So-won), is a typical "gamer" girl: she failed her exams because she lived in an online world where she fell in love with a mysterious top player known as "Main Character." When he suddenly disappears from the game, Ha Young decides to do what seems insane — enroll in the prestigious university where her virtual crush studied (or is studying). She doesn't know what he looks like, doesn't even know his real name, but is ready to turn her life upside down to find him in reality.
The series is built on the classic Korean recipe: a sweet heroine who grows through difficulties, charming guys around (Lee Jin-woo as the cold but caring classmate, Cha Jun-ho as the mysterious "Main Character" in two incarnations), university life, first dates, and a bunch of cute misunderstandings. There’s light humor about gamers, warm moments about self-acceptance, and the inevitable moment of "what if it's him?" Everything is shot brightly, with beautiful soundtracks and typical Netflix quality — no lags, 8 episodes of 40–45 minutes fly by in one breath.
Kal So-won in the lead role is a real discovery: she is simultaneously funny in her gaming hysterics and touching when trying to understand what real love is beyond the screen. Lee Jin-woo adds chemistry as the "second guy," who is initially annoying but then becomes a support. Cha Jun-ho keeps the intrigue until the end — the viewer wonders who this "Main Character" is. If you are a fan of dramas like "True Beauty," "XX," or "Love by Contract," here you will find the same lightness, romance, and growth of the heroine, but with a gaming twist that adds freshness.
The series was fully released on December 20, 2025, on Netflix — all episodes at once, without waiting. The rating of 6.5 on IMDb and 6.5 on Kinopoisk reflects an average but warm reception: some criticize it for predictability, but most praise it for its coziness and sweet moments. Perfect for those looking for light romance without heavy dramas. Will there be a second season? No announcements yet, but the open ending and popularity on Netflix leave the door ajar. Watch with subtitles or dubbing — it's a story about how virtual love can become real if you dare to step out of your comfort zone.