Some of the best love stories begin with an argument. In the upcoming Korean film The Table: Day and Night, a single café becomes the meeting point for four very different pairs, and the most explosive of them stars Shim Eun Kyung and Lee Hee Joon. New character stills have just been released, and the tension between them is already clear. For more K-drama and film news, keep following Technosports.
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The Table: Day and Night: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film | The Table: Day and Night |
| Release | November (Korean theaters) |
| Setting | One café, during the shift from summer to fall |
| Tone | Witty, understated, charming conversations |
| Lead pair in focus | Shim Eun Kyung (Hye Jin), Lee Hee Joon (Dong Nam) |
| Other cast | Kim Min Ha, Joo Jong Hyuk, Han Sun Hwa, Chang Ryul, Jeon So Young, Kim Dong Hwi |
Four Couples, One Café
The film is set during the change from summer to fall and follows four pairs of men and women who cross paths at the same café. Yoo Jin (Kim Min Ha) and Hyeon Oh (Joo Jong Hyuk) meet by chance after visiting at different times of day. Sang Mi (Han Sun Hwa) and Young Min (Chang Ryul) run into each other again after sharing private tutoring sessions in middle school. Aspiring idol Na Kyeong (Jeon So Young) shares bittersweet moments with her boyfriend Jong Su (Kim Dong Hwi). And then there is the pair everyone is talking about.
Hye Jin and Dong Nam: A Fiery First Meeting
Shim Eun Kyung plays Hye Jin, a popular web novel writer with a sharp personality who says exactly what she thinks. In the new still, she stares at someone with an openly displeased look and makes no effort to hide it. Lee Hee Joon plays Dong Nam, an indie filmmaker who can seem overconfident but is impossible to dislike. In his still, he casually spins a story with a sly smile, clearly proud of his way with words. The contrast between her piercing gaze and his playful charm hints at plenty of back-and-forth from the moment they meet. You can read more about the actress on Shim Eun-kyung’s Wikipedia page.
Why This Film Looks Appealing?
Instead of big plot twists, the film seems to rely on conversation, where small talk and awkward silences carry the story. A café is the perfect setting for it, since everyone has overheard a conversation there and wondered what the story behind it is. If you enjoy gentle, dialogue-driven films with a seasonal feel, this one could be a strong pick for the cooler months. Having four stories in one film also gives viewers a little something to connect with, whether they prefer sparring, nostalgia or heartbreak.
While You Wait?
You can catch Shim Eun Kyung in Mad Concrete Dreams and Lee Hee Joon in The Scarecrow on Viki before the film arrives. Looking for more to watch? Browse our latest K-drama news and entertainment updates.
FAQs
Q1. When does The Table: Day and Night release?
It is slated to hit Korean theaters in November, though an exact date hasn’t been announced.
Q2. Who stars in The Table: Day and Night?
Shim Eun Kyung and Lee Hee Joon lead one of four couples, alongside Kim Min Ha, Joo Jong Hyuk, Han Sun Hwa and others.
