A Good Day to be a Dog

Han Hae-na is saddled with a strange family curse: after her first kiss she turns into a dog, and the only way to undo it is to receive a second kiss while human. That forces her into awkward secrecy and careful timing around romance. The man who gave her that first kiss, Jin Seo-won, is terrified of dogs, which makes any attempt at intimacy both tense and funny. The show follows Hae-na juggling school, friendships, and sudden canine mishaps, while Seo-won confronts his fear as his feelings grow. A lively supporting cast brings rivalry and comic relief, so the tone stays light even as Hae-na searches for a path to normalcy.

Premiering in 2023, A Good Day to be a Dog was directed by Kim Dae-woong and created by Lee Hye and Baek In-ah. The series stars Park Gyu-young as Han Hae-na and Cha Eun-woo as Jin Seo-won, with Lee Hyun-woo, Yoon Hyun-soo, and Kim Yi-kyeong in key supporting roles.

As of now the series hasn't claimed major international awards. Still, both critics and viewers often pointed to the leads' chemistry and comedic timing, and the program built a loyal viewer base that boosted visibility for several cast members in domestic and regional markets.

Audience reaction has been largely positive, reflected in an 8.2/10 viewer average. Reviewers noted the effective mix of romantic comedy and light fantasy, and the show repeatedly returns to themes of fear, identity, and learning to trust another person. Humor is used to ease the more tender moments, and the pacing keeps episode-to-episode stakes clear.

The quirky premise and Cha Eun-woo's casting generated steady online buzz, including fan art and lively social media discussion about the awkward but charming setup. While not a runaway global hit, the series appealed to K-drama fans who like genre blends and chemistry-driven romances, and it encouraged interest in similarly offbeat romantic fantasies.