“Reply 1997” (2012)
is a South Korean television series that nostalgically revisits the lives of six friends from Busan,
shifting between their 1997 high school days and their 2012 reunion.
The series captures the fervent fan culture of the 1990s, showcasing the rise of K-pop and idol groups like H.O.T.
and Sechs Kies. It’s renowned for its authentic portrayal of the era, humor, and emotional depth, becoming one of the highest-rated cable dramas in Korea.
The story focuses on Sung Shi-won, a passionate H.O.T. fan, and her five friends. At their reunion, they reminisce about their youth, while one couple prepares to announce their marriage.
