Cat? Man? How am I supposed to choose?!
If you’re in the mood for a super sweet K-drama, let me recommend:
“Welcome” (also known as “Meow, the Secret Boy”).
Plot Summary:
Our female lead is the puppy-like Sol-A, who originally hates cats.
But because of her crush on the second male lead, she reluctantly agrees to adopt a cat named Hong Jo.
At first, it’s all denial:
She pretends she’s not into the cat…
But reality quickly hits — she’s smitten.
She:
- Pours water for the cat
- Leaves the lights on
- Plays Animal Planet on her laptop so the cat won’t feel lonely
It’s the beginning of a whole new life.
Plot Twist:
What she doesn’t know is…
On the first day Hong Jo arrives at her house, he turns into a man.
Yes — the adorable little kitty becomes a soft, boyish, gentle young man.
And the story really starts from there.
What’s it like living with a cute magical cat-boy?
This show answers that in the best way:
- He secretly spies on his owner out of curiosity
- Keeps his mischievous cat habits: sneaking around, stealing canned food
- Can’t resist swatting at bells and shiny things
- Roasts stinky fish in her toaster
- Thinks boxes are life (obviously)
And the smile… oh, the smile.
That warm, healing smile that could make anyone fall in love.
Bonus: The Second Couple is Just as Sweet
A shy, cat-like introvert girl × a cheerful, flirty, puppy-like guy.
Yes — it’s double the fluff, double the charm.
So if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like if your cat turned into the man of your dreams, or if you just want a heartwarming, cozy rom-com with magical realism, “Welcome” is your next binge.
Are you really not going to check it out?