# Nine to Six: A Workaholic, a Warm-Hearted Younger Man, and a Premiere Date to Circle

URL: https://technosports.co.in/nine-to-six-a-workaholic-a-warm-hearted/  
Published: 2026-10-21  
Updated: 2026-10-21  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Some K-drama couples work because they’re alike. Others work because they’re total opposites. SBS’s upcoming romance *Nine to Six* is firmly in the second camp, and it just announced its premiere date: **November 25 at 9 p.m. KST**.

## What Is Nine to Six About?

The story follows Kang Yi Ji, played by [Park Min Young](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Park_Min-young), a logical, cool-headed workaholic who has pushed romance to the back burner. She’s decisive at work but clumsy in love. Then she meets Han Seon Woo (Yook Sungjae), a thoughtful, warm-hearted younger man with a gentle charm. Through him, she learns how to love, and the two grow together in their careers and their lives.

It’s set at a company called Chronic Motors, and it’s based on the popular 2021 Chinese series *The Rational Life*.

![Nine to Six](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Nine-to-Six-4-1024x1024.jpeg)

![Nine to Six](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/nine-to-six-5-1024x1024.jpeg)

## Meet the Cast

| Actor | Character | Role in the Story |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Park Min Young | Kang Yi Ji | Flawless, work-obsessed lead |
| Yook Sungjae | Han Seon Woo | Affectionate younger love interest |
| Go Soo | Park Hyun Tae | Elite general manager who judges staff on performance |
| Joo Hyun Young | Shin Ji Won | Yi Ji’s close friend and full-time housewife |
| Kim Mi Kyung | Lee Kyung Shim | Yi Ji’s mother |

## Why Fans Are Excited?

Here’s what’s stirring up buzz:

- **Go Soo’s romance comeback:** He returns to the romance genre for the first time in 15 years, playing Park Hyun Tae with his signature relaxed charisma.
- **Realistic mother-daughter chemistry:** Park Min Young and Kim Mi Kyung are expected to bring warmth and depth.
- **The “office villains”:** Jung Hae Kyun, Jo Bok Rae and Cha Chung Hwa play insufferable bosses, which should give the workplace plenty of drama.
- **Relatable concerns:** Joo Hyun Young’s character brings in the real-life worries of a long-time housewife.

The supporting cast also includes Nam Yoon Ho, Choi Ji Soo, Chun Woo Jin and Bae Yoo Ram.

## Why This Pairing Works?

Opposites attract is a tried-and-true recipe, and the contrast here is clear: one lead is all logic and polish, the other is all warmth. Add a workplace full of difficult personalities, and you have a story that blends romance with everyday office life. A script-reading video has already given fans a taste of that chemistry.

If you’re building your watchlist, check out our [K-drama and entertainment updates on Technosports](https://technosports.co.in/) and see [more trending stories](https://technosports.co.in/) while you wait for November.

## Where to Watch Before the Premiere?

Can’t wait that long? Park Min Young stars in *Love in Contract*, and Yook Sungjae appears in *The Haunted Palace*, and both are available on Viki.

With a seasoned cast, a proven source story and a premiere date locked in, *Nine to Six* looks like a cozy, character-driven pick for late November. Mark your calendar.

## FAQs

When does Nine to Six premiere?

It premieres on SBS on November 25 at 9 p.m. KST.

What is Nine to Six based on?

It’s adapted from the popular 2021 Chinese series *The Rational Life*.