The Channel Behind 'Queen of Tears' Strikes Again — Beloved K-Drama Returns with Season 3 After 3 Years

Get ready, your cells are about to react again!

Tving’s original hit series ‘Yumi’s Cells’ is officially gearing up for Season 3 — three years after the second season wrapped. According to industry sources on March 31, the production is moving forward, with Kim Go-eun expected to reprise her iconic role as Yumi.

“Season 3 of Yumi’s Cells is officially in development,” a drama industry insider told JTBC Entertainment News. “Tving is pouring its energy into bringing it back, and Kim Go-eun is being lined up to return as the lead. The team is working hard to preserve the series’ signature tone and charm.” For reference, Queen of Tears was also a massive hit aired on tvN.

Production company Studio Dragon confirmed the news, stating, “Yes, Season 3 is happening. We’ve offered the role of Yumi to Kim Go-eun and she’s currently reviewing it.” Her agency, BH Entertainment, also commented, “She has received the offer and is considering it.”

Yumi’s Cells is a heartwarming romance drama that explores the life of an ordinary woman named Yumi through the lens of the tiny, animated cells that drive her every thought, emotion, and decision. With a unique hybrid format combining live-action and 3D animation, the show earned praise for capturing the spirit and charm of the original webtoon while delivering something fresh and innovative.

Seasons 1 and 2 were massive hits, topping Tving’s most-watched lists during their runs and making waves with their unique “cell-stimulating romance” concept. Kim Go-eun’s detailed performance, alongside co-stars Ahn Bo-hyun and Park Jin-young, delivered a perfect blend of chemistry and emotion. The series also built a devoted fanbase, both among webtoon readers and K-drama lovers.

The drama’s popularity spilled over into pop culture, with phrases like “my cells are reacting!” becoming viral on social media. The show’s quirky animated cells became beloved meme material, contributing to its mainstream success. It was also made available on platforms in Japan, Southeast Asia, and the U.S., cementing its status as a standout K-romance export.

While Season 2 took bold steps in adapting the webtoon with fresh twists, Season 3 is set to introduce one of the most anticipated characters by fans of the original series — Yumi’s final love interest, “Soon-rok.”