KBS is gearing up to launch a fresh twist on the dating reality show format with Noona Is a Woman to Me, which premieres later this month. Unlike most romance programs, this show embraces the “noona” romance trope. It pairs older women who have focused heavily on their careers with younger men who believe love doesn’t have to follow conventional rules.
The MC is particularly interesting, featuring two idols, Soobin of TXT and Jang Wooyoung, as well as Hwang Woo Seul Hye and Han Hye Jin.
What Noona Is a Woman to Me Is About
It follows older women who have put romance on the back burner for professional success. The show will portray the romance of women who have told themselves, “I’ll wait until life is more settled,” and younger men who reject the idea that maturity or depth only comes with years.
The show talks about real challenges that come with these kinds of relationships. For instance, things like social expectations, family reactions, and the fear of being judged. However, it does so in a light, open way that feels more honest than most dating reality shows.
The MC Lineup Everyone’s Talking About
The hosting panel is one of the show’s biggest highlights.
- Han Hye Kin, who is basically a pro at reading body language after years in fashion and variety TV, will lead the crew. She’s known for being sharp at spotting hidden love lines and small emotional shifts.
- Actress Hwang Woo Seul Hye joins as an MC for the first time. She will bring empathy and warmth to the mix, especially toward the older women on the show who might be nervous about jumping back into the dating world.
- Then there’s Jang Wooyoung from 2PM, who proudly calls himself a “love program enthusiast.” He’s expected to add humor and quick observations as the show’s unofficial “replay analyst.”
- Finally, Soobin from TXT adds a fresh, younger perspective. He admitted he is not a dating expert, but says he “understands older women” since his sister is ten years older.. His natural sincerity might just make him the heart of the panel.
When and Where to Watch
The first episode of Noona Is a Woman to Me drops on October 27 at 9:50 PM KST on KBS. It is the perfect late-night watch — a cozy, feel-good show that might make you rethink what love can look like when you stop worrying about numbers
