Netflix will premiere Genie, Make A Wish on October 3, 2025, delivering a mix of fantasy, romance, and comedy to K-drama fans worldwide. Produced as a Netflix Original, the series will be available globally, making it one of the most anticipated Korean dramas of the year.
The Plot of Genie, Make A Wish
At the heart of this K-drama is Ka-young, a woman born without emotions, raised in strict isolation under her grandmother’s control. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers a mystical lamp. This awakens Iblis, a genie who has been sealed away for a thousand years.
As Iblis offers to grant her three wishes, Ka-young begins to question her identity, desires, and emotional capacity. But hidden secrets about Iblis’s true nature soon surface, and their growing bond is tested by destiny, rivalries, and the cost of human wishes.
Cast & Creative Team
The Genie, Make A Wish cast is led by some of Korea’s most popular stars:
-
Kim Woo-bin as Iblis, the genie
-
Bae Suzy as Ka-young, the woman without emotions
-
Ahn Eun-jin as Mi-joo, Ka-young’s confidant
-
Noh Sang-hyun as Soo-hyun, Iblis’s rival brother
-
Ko Kyu-pil as Sayyid, the genie’s quirky assistant
-
Lee Joo-young as Min-ji, Ka-young’s loyal friend
Behind the camera, the drama boasts writer Kim Eun-sook (The Glory, Goblin) and director Ahn Gil-ho. Filming wrapped in late 2024, with parts shot in Dubai, adding a global flavor to the production.
Release Date & Streaming Platform
The official Genie, Make A Wish release date is October 3, 2025, and it will stream exclusively on Netflix. Unlike theatrical releases, viewers can watch it at home or on the go, with all episodes expected to drop simultaneously for binge-watching.
Why You Should Watch Genie, Make A Wish
-
Reunion of Kim Woo-bin and Suzy, who last starred together in Uncontrollably Fond.
-
A fresh fantasy romance with magical storytelling.
-
Global release on Netflix, ensuring accessibility to fans everywhere.
-
Backed by one of Korea’s most acclaimed writers.
With its compelling mix of romance, fantasy, and humor, Genie, Make A Wish is already generating buzz as one of the top K-dramas of 2025.
