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flag A Japanese-Korean Netflix remake of *Romantics Anonymous* debuted Oct. 16, 2025, becoming a global hit with 13.5 million viewing hours and acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of anxiety and romance.

A Japanese-Korean Netflix series remake of the 2018 film Romantics Anonymous premiered on October 16, 2025, and quickly became a global hit, drawing 13.5 million viewing hours from 2.1 million viewers in its first week. Starring Han Hyo-joo and Shun Oguri, the eight-episode series follows two individuals with social anxiety—Hana Lee, a shy chocolatier who avoids eye contact, and Sosuke Fujiwara, a corporate representative with tactile sensitivity—as they form a slow-burn romance at a chocolate shop. The show, set in a vibrant shop called Le Sauveur, emphasizes emotional connection and quiet personal growth through shared experiences, virtual therapy, and artful chocolate-making, earning praise for its heartfelt storytelling and nuanced portrayal of mental health. It ranked No. 6 in Netflix’s Top 10 non-English series and topped charts in Japan and 13 other countries, with an 8.1 IMDb rating and universally positive early reviews.

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