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Drama: No Gain No Love (English title) / No Loss in Love / Because I Want No Loss (literal title)
Revised romanization: Sonhae Bogi Sileoseo
Hangul: 손해 보기 싫어서
Director: Kim Jung-Sik
Writer: Kim Hye-Young
Network: tvN, TVING
Episodes: 12
Release Date: August 26 - October 1, 2024
Runtime: Monday & Tuesday 20:50
Genre: Romantic-Comedy
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Son Hae-Young (Shin Min-A) is the type of person who doesn't want to lose money under any circumstance. When growing up, she had to share her mother's love with others. She often found her partners in relationships below her break even point. Now, Son Hae-Young faces the possibility of missing out on a job promotion at her workplace. To avoid such a loss, she makes a plan for a fake wedding. She recruits Kim Ji-Wook (Kim Young-Dae) to be her fiance. Kim Ji-Wook works part-time as a cashier at a convenience store. He is the type of person who can't ignore people in need and tries to do the right thing. He is smooth with every customer at the convenience store, except for one person. That person is Son Hae-Young. When she suddenly asks him to become the fake groom at her wedding, he somehow accepts her offer.

Notes

"No Gain No Love" takes over tvN's Monday & Tuesday 20:50 time slot previously occupied by "Serendipity's Embrace" and followed by "Parole Examiner Lee" October, 2024.
Related titles:
1. Spice Up Our Love | Sajangnimui Sikdanpyo (TVING / 2024)

Cast



Shin Min-A	Kim Young-Dae	Lee Sang-Yi	Han Ji-Hyun
Son Hae-Young	Kim Ji-Wook	Bok Gyu-Hyun	Nam Ja-Yeon

Kkulbee Education



Lee You-Jin	Go Wook	Jeon Hye-Won	Choi Jin-Ho	Lee Il-Hwa
Yeo Ha-Joon	Ahn Woo-Jae	Kwon Yi-Lin	Bok Ki-Ho	Sun Jung-A



Kim Hye-Hwa	Lee Chang-Ho	Cho Jung-Won	Lee Yoo-Mi	Ahn Chan-Woong
Kong Eun-Young	Park Ki-Woon	Deputy Kim	Deputy Lee	employee (ep.4)

Cha Hee-Sung's Group



Joo Min-Kyung	Heo Jeong-Min	Gu Eun-Ho
Cha Hee-Sung	Yoon Tae-Hyung	Cho Min-Ji

Son Hae-Young's Family



Yoon Bok-In	Lee Seung-Joon	Kim Gyu-Bin	Oh Ye-Ju	Yeo Ji-Min
Lee Eun-Ok	Son Hae-Young's dad	Son Hae-Young (child)	Son Hae-Young (teen)	Nam Ja-Yeon (teen)

Kim Ji-Wook's Group

Kim Hae-Sook

Geum-Deok

Cocoa Page

Park Soo-Jin

manager

RU24



Byeon Woo-Seok	Jung Se-Hun	Lee Dong-Hyeon
Woo-Seok (ep.4)	customer (ep.2-3)	customer (ep.2-3)

Liter Electronics



Park Se-Wan	Kim Ku-Taek	Kim Sang-Il	Park Jeong-Min
Jung Su-A (ep.1)	job interviewer (ep.1)	job interviewer (ep.1)	job interviewer (ep.1)

Others



Kim Ki-Doo	Kim Joo-A	Jang Joon-Ho	Kim Hee-Chang	Shin Kang-Kyun
PE teacher (ep.1)	Kwon Yi-Rin's mom (ep.1)	Kwon Yi-Rin's dad (ep.1)	Lee Ji-Hoon (ep.1)	recycler (ep.1-2)



Kim Bong-Soo	Kim Dae-Geun	Jung Yu-Rie	Kim Yong-Myung	Son Soo-Ah
recycler (ep.1)	rat catcher's customer (ep.2)	wedding hall staff (ep.2)	store manager (ep.2)	wedding shop staff (ep.2-3)



Kim Jung-Eun	Lee Joong-Ok	Kim Si-Hyeon	Park Yoo-Mil	Han Ki-Jang
Geum-Joo (ep.3)	Nam-Gil (ep.3)	jewelry saleswoman (ep.3)	high school teacher (ep.4)	detective (ep.4)

Additional Cast Members:

Jo Young-Mi - Lee Eun-Ok's caregiver (ep.1-2)
Kim Bong-Hee - recycler (ep.1)

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Episode Ratings

Date	Episode	AGB
Date	Episode	Nationwide	Seoul
2024-08-26	1	3.673%	4.072%
2024-08-27	2	3.801%	4.312%
2024-09-02	3	3.757%	4.547%
2024-09-03	4	3.864%	4.255%
2024-09-09	5	-	-
2024-09-10	6	-	-
2024-09-16	7	-	-
2024-09-17	8	-	-
2024-09-23	9	-	-
2024-09-24	10	-	-
2024-09-30	11	-	-
2024-10-01	12	-	-

Source: AGB Nielson

Comments

Angela Sep 09 2024 1:10 pm 40 meno 13 fanno 27 anni. A 27 anni sei un uomo, smettetela di lamentarvi. Angela

Angela Sep 09 2024 1:07 pm 40 meno 13 fa 27 anni. A 27 anni sei un uomo, smettetela di lamentarvi. Angela

Luna Sep 09 2024 12:38 pm A very classic romcom, like typical cinderella story. But I really love it when a (seems like a) light drama, yet actually carries fundamental issues like this. Would want to continue watch it!

Jil Sep 08 2024 11:17 am I dont care what the other negative peopls says, as long as the shows keep me smiling and entertained, thats all that matters :)

Love this show :)

And take note, the leads can act (considering their other projects) and they still manage to keep me happy in this rom com series :)

Thumbs up!

mike Sep 08 2024 5:15 am Dear age difference,

its a fake marriage. what chemistry u wanted for those 4eps? The only time she feel happy and a slight fluttering heart is proposal. Mind u she is experienced ppl not the typical i am still a virgin FL Kdrama even though i am 20-30+ gone various countries.

Dear Jjoo,

the cast is not blackmailed. maybe if u really watch the drama then u will know the entire plot? the wedding cost is high? did u see how she calculated all those and factored in being married will have benefits from company (over being single) and promotion which clearly explained in those episodes if u watched it? They even came with the joke one of the staffs keep divorced and married same year just for the benefits.

Age difference Sep 06 2024 9:22 pm They are a mismatch. She's in her 40s he's in his 20s they really don't fit together and I feel absolutely no chemistry.

Fay Sep 06 2024 7:39 am This series is so hilarious lmao

NGNL Sep 06 2024 6:46 am This is way better than Lov. Sorry. I got hooked here the first 2 episodes, with the other one, I am updated with the episodes but I always feel sleepy in between. I like the casts but poor storyline:(

NGNL Sep 06 2024 6:46 am This is way better than Love Next Door. Sorry. I got hooked here the first 2 episodes, with the other one, I am updated with the episodes but I always feel sleepy in between. I like the casts but poor storyline:(

TTN Sep 05 2024 11:16 am I don't really care for the ML but I love love love Shin Min-A! Her drama never misses!

Herday Sep 05 2024 4:39 am This drama is love at first episode for me, no complicated love story and every character's acting is superb...my only regret now is I should have waited till the whole drama is completed before I started watching it because this waiting is so painful

Ain Kamilia Sep 04 2024 9:28 am promising dramaaa. Shin Min Ah just slayedd as usual for every characters she bring. For Young dae, thankk u for showing the other side of youuu. So much improvementt and good chemistry❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

irene Sep 03 2024 11:25 pm VERY PROMISIING LOL omg their visual chemistry AND chemistry so much better than anticipated!

can't wait for this to develop and sad it's onlys 12 ep but if serendipity's embrace was 8 eps only, this will be GOOD : )

Yuan Sep 03 2024 9:18 pm does anyone know the ending song episode 3? and the opening song?

Desire Sep 03 2024 4:23 pm The movie is so great I love all the actors,the way they portray their characters perfectly is amazing........this is a must watch movie .I can't wait for episode 5&6 it's going to amazing...thank you all the actors and actresses and all the staff for bringing this incredible piece to us... Sarange ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Desire Sep 03 2024 4:17 pm The movie is do great a love all the lead actors,the way they portray their characters perfectly is amazing........this is a must watch movie

JJK Sep 03 2024 7:39 am @Jjoo

I agree with you—Han Ji Hyun doesn’t suit aegyo at all. It’s so cringe-worthy that I can’t stand watching her try. It feels unnatural.

SABAHAT YOUSAF Sep 03 2024 7:08 am @Suno

You describe the drama very well. It is very entertaining and your explanation regarding FL mother's condition is also good.

Suno Sep 03 2024 6:28 am @Jjoo

If you finish episode 3, you would understand why she wanted to the wedding. And it's not just for her

spoiler*

Her mum has dementia and the wedding also signifies the first funeral for her mum so that her mum and the foster kids she took care of as well as those who her mum has helped can meet her before her health gets worse

Also, if we're talking about her company, I think she wouldn't have told them she got divorced until she achieves what she wants. In the meantime, she can pretend that she still has a husband

I'm surprised you said you feel embarrassed because I usually don't like cliche but I find this drama quite good especially the script. There are a lot of play in words that I find quite impressive and I think the plot is still building. Judging by the preview, it seems like episode 4 will be a good one

Jjoo Sep 03 2024 5:06 am I'm halfway through episode 3 and there's one idea that keeps haunting me about this drama, which is that the cast must have been blackmailed to accept it lol. I feel super embarrassed watching this drama, even though I like the cliche cheap dramas. I can't put my finger on what's exactly the off putting thing this drama. The FL seems a very stingy person who no one would like being around and her logic behind the marriage seems very off. Wedding cost is so high, yet she's willing to pay all that just to get the congratulatory money and the potential benefits in her company and then divorce? Isn't she aware that divorced women don't quite have an easy life and always the center of the gossip? Just seems counter-intuitive for me. P.S: Nothing more annoying that the aegyo of Han Ji Hyun. Aegyo doesn't suit her at all.

Mi mi mi Sep 02 2024 3:27 pm @rain I started watching kdrama in early 2000's with the FL being in her 30's and the ML in his 20's and I didn't pick offense then cause that's the standard kdrama's gave me then so to meet it once again and both leads have a good chemistry... Who am I to judge. Anyways the cameo's in episode 3 did a lot to me xoxo

Nan Sep 01 2024 8:47 pm Watching it on Amazon Prime! It's available at the same time it's broadcast in Korea.

With all those romcoms, mostly on weekends, this one is my favorite one among all of them!

Liyah Sep 01 2024 9:55 am I love it ❤️

Sus Sep 01 2024 9:04 am I can’t see this as I only have Netflix & Amazon prime. I loved Shin Min-a in Hometown Cha Cha Cha & Our Blues. I also find her voice comforting. I also love that she stayed with her boyfriend throughout his health battle. A large age gap, in reality, can be a problem at some point, but not necessarily. It really depends on the character of both parties & the reason they fell in love in the first place. However, this is a drama, it’s fiction & they’re actors. Princess is correct, barely anyone bats an eye when the male is older, in dramas or real life. If rain & others have a problem with this age gap, they’d probably hate Witch’s Love! I loved that steamy scene between the couple with a 14 year age gap (in the drama), but a 19 year age gap in real life! Good for Park Seojun for delivering such a great performance with Uhm Jung-Hwa. She was fantastic, such an entertaining actress. She was also really good in Doctor Cha, in which another young doctor was very attracted to her. That was a 14 year gap! She was also enjoyable in Our Blues. I wonder if rain, Mimi & others were so turned off by the age gap in My Mister that they were unable to enjoy that superb drama. Lee Sun-kyun & IU had an 18 yr age gap. I hope this drama eventually gets distributed to a network I have access to.

vv Aug 31 2024 12:30 pm Only two episodes and I'm thinking this just might be the romcom of the year!! I love the plot so far, though it has all the typical tropes it's done in such a fresh way. Also love the Penthouse reunion! And Kim youngdae's acting has improved so much, I think he chose this role well since it suits him much better as compared to his previous roles

princess Aug 31 2024 8:05 am @rain: that's just you. i don't need to 'chill', because it is true that most people refuse to watch the series because the girl is the older one. you're not special nor do you speak for the majority just because you refuse to watch any drama with an age gap regardless of the dynamic. my comment was meant for a certain demographic which is also a majority. move on if that doesn't include you.

Inmo Aug 31 2024 3:39 am I very much regret watching this, should've waited until all episodes release so I can binge. Totally UNEXPECTED! No need to mention Shin Min-a's acting since she's indeed a veteran. I had to look up the director and writer and voila, no wonder. The same director who works on Work Later Drink Now, legendary hilarious series. The first two episodes are so good even if the later episodes drops in quality it won't bring the score down too much. It's been a while since I find a 10/10 rom-com like this.

Manojay verma Aug 30 2024 11:09 pm Wonderful drama. Excited to watch next all the episodes.

Neil Aug 29 2024 11:50 pm If you did watched ep, she did mention that she is older than the guy. I think that is the plot… and.. so what? Good acting is what matters

rain Aug 29 2024 7:41 pm to princess: no I’m not watching anything with big age gaps regardless of the genders, I think you should chill, it’s just people’s preferences

Sai42 Aug 29 2024 12:53 am ?

soyaa_stay Aug 29 2024 12:51 am Han Ji-Hyun ? I've been waiting for your drama for a long time

Jane Aloe Aug 28 2024 9:36 pm I already can tell this will be my favorite drama of the year. I love Kim Young-Dae, he is just so fun to watch, if he is in a drama I’m watching it. Shin Min-A is always incredible, per usual. The drama is off to a fun start, the full cast seems great. I can’t wait to keep watching!

lee sang yi defender Aug 28 2024 9:17 am so we gonna see lee sang yi rejected by shin minah again???? literally twice????

princess Aug 28 2024 3:28 am yall r so goofy complaining about the age gap. if the male lead is much older than the female lead you guys will eat that sh up. this man is near thirty irl and STILL its a problem for you guys literally let go of that misogyny. makes you look like a loser fr

sgt_doom Aug 27 2024 10:11 pm To see Shin Min–A in anything is such a joy, and KYD does a great job, also!

Heather Aug 27 2024 8:35 pm Saw many TikTok complaining about their age gap even before the drama airs. They're actors and so far with the 2 episodes, I like their chemistry. Maybe I'm biased because I like Shin MinA, but I also just can't fathom why are people affected by the age gap of the actors, when it doesn't really affect much the characters their playing? I mean it's weird if one is underage, and it includes intimate or kissing scenes. I feel like it also has something to do with shipping culture, coz why be affected of the actors' ages. That's why I like Shin MinA, she have chemistry w/ actors she's partnered with and she's dating, I hope other actors could do the same.

Also, I was watching this other drama where there are sisters, and people are complaining again, about the age coz the younger sister looks older according to the complaints but I'm not convinced, so out of curiosity I check their age, and the younger sister is really younger (the actor real age). So it's kinda funny about all this age thing.

Anyways, I'm glad I like the drama so far. Sometimes I get affected by the bad press/comments that I can't start watching (even if I like the actors), so I'm glad I gave it a go.

They're the opposite of what they don't like, he doesn't like pretty & smoker, I assume she doesn't like someone as kind & accommodating as her mom (a lot of foster kids), I mean he's like her mom, too kind & can't stop helping others. The side/other stories/characters are interesting too.

mimi Aug 27 2024 7:55 pm the first 2 eps r good but the only problem for me is the big age gap between the fl and ml its just a bit icky for me but if u don't mind noona romance then u will probably enjoy watching this drama!

Andrea Aug 27 2024 1:40 am I just watched this today, saw it while browsing at Amazon Prime, and I can tell, finally a drama worth to watch and worth to leave a comment here.

Bagus Krish JR 205 Aug 27 2024 12:34 am I saw Park Se-wan as a special appearance named Jung Soo-ah.

Jill glar Aug 26 2024 1:35 pm Hahaha SMA still playing role as a girl in her 40 years of age, I thought She's a virgin for almost 2 decades, Amazing what a legend, I'm so curious if She could play a role as a mother of a teenager.!

magnolia Aug 22 2024 2:05 am "Spice Up Our Love" wait what's that mean? there will be a spin off for the second couple???

Patrick foo Aug 14 2024 1:16 am Spice up your life , a SP for the 2nd main ???

Tacchan Aug 12 2024 12:35 am This kdrama like cdrama "she and her perfect husband" married with benefit

Omoblaqee Jul 31 2024 11:36 am This will be very interesting, I’m sat!

For those that might not be be able to watch it due to one issue or the other, send a DM to me on X (Twitter) @omoblaqee and I will help you with it

Eros Jul 17 2024 1:19 am The writer did a good job of adapting Her Private Life, so maybe this will be a good original drama from her own mind.

The male lead reduces the probability of a good performance by the main couple by half.

Shin Min Ah and Lee Sang Yi will have to carry this drama like Atlas!

Sunflowers Jul 16 2024 8:54 pm This drama will airing on prime video

Nan Jun 28 2024 3:46 am Wow! August is coming with a lot of expected productions. Finger crossed for no disappointment!

Shairli Jun 05 2024 8:07 pm OMG! Cant wait! Break a leg KYD! You're partnered with a superb actress.

Riez May 26 2024 5:07 am I'm root for KYD, all of his project i've seen them all.. But he really need to enhance his acting.. I am worried he can not act well with SMA, cos she is superb.. Fighting KYD!!!

Serena May 21 2024 6:36 pm Yayyyyy I'll be loving this

Kim Young Dae Fan May 20 2024 3:02 pm Iam soo excited for this drama. He is such a great comedic actor, always on point and she’s such a great rom-com actress and can be serious too. Love him in Moon in the Day, love her in Oh My Venus and Hometown Cha cha cha. I want him to know that he is such a shining star, I wish he can win all the awards. Biggest fan in USA.

lol May 08 2024 12:53 pm everyone complaining about the age gap needs to suck it up lol. as if. ik most of yall thirst over your 30 something year old idols/actors. hypocrites lmao

Nikol Mar 28 2024 1:19 pm I love kim young dae since penthouse im so exciteddddd

Girla Mar 27 2024 8:45 pm I can’t wait. Where would I be able yo watch it here in Costa Rica?

Anitakarman26 Feb 25 2024 8:54 am You all complain about age are still the same people who are probably younger and daydreaming about this actors and calling them oppa ????? they are not committing a crime , it’s just a drama don’t try to spoil it for us who are excited to see the actors on screen again. ? if you hate it so much don’t watch and don’t leave a comment your opinion is not valid

Noelle Jan 28 2024 2:13 pm The people complaining about the age gap need to get over it. First, they are actors playing characters. We don't yet know the ages of the characters; the age gap may be less. However, even if it's not, again, the actors are not their characters. Also, pointing out that he was 8 when she was 20 is ridiculous. They are both adults and their characters are adults. Just because you saw him play a high school student in Penthouse doesn't mean he is actually a teenager; he was 24.

K-drama lovers will suspend disbelief when 30 year olds play high school students but when there is an age gap suddenly they can't look past how young and how old the actors are.

Also, maybe the age difference is a factor in the plot. Maybe one reason her character chooses his is that she thinks someone at that point in their life (younger, more carefree, and no thoughts of settling down unlike a man her age) wouldn't fall for her and cause romantic complications and be able to keep it strictly business.

Lionel Dec 28 2023 1:43 pm I love Kim Young Dae since Moon In the Day. I'm gonna rain check though on this one. I am imagining when Shin Mina is 20 yrs old. YD is only 8. Omg. Regardless of having great actors. I'm gonna swept this one under the floor. No hatred at all but I hope kdrama pd will stop this too much age gap. It's cringy.

Aimen Dec 15 2023 8:15 am I'm soooooooooooo excited for them

bean Nov 23 2023 12:02 pm I don't know how i feel about the 12 years age gap

Hyperborea Nov 18 2023 6:25 am Fl is 12 years older than ML ? Why? I like both actors, but...

Tea Oct 13 2023 3:17 pm News article published few details on this drama..hope this is useful for audience who are fan of both lead actors.

Because I Want No Loss, written by the writer behind Her Private Life, is a romantic comedy-drama that revolves around a woman who fakes her marriage to avoid any losses and a man who becomes her fake husband to prevent causing harm. Shin Min Ah, who was last seen in Our Blues, will portray Son Hae Young, a character who despises financial losses and plans a fake marriage when faced with the risk of missing a promotion at her company.

Shin Min Ah, renowned for her roles in hit dramas has left an indelible mark on the world of K-dramas. Shin Min Ah who is often hailed as the queen of romantic comedies, is poised to make her eagerly anticipated return to the small screen. The combination of these talented actors and the promise of relatable storytelling makes Because I Want No Loss a highly anticipated addition to the 2024 K-drama lineup.

Kim Young Dae will take on the role of Kim Ji Wook, a night shift part-timer at a convenience store who is also known as a civilian police officer and a righteous man in the neighborhood. Despite feeling incompatible with Son Hae Young, a customer, he receives an unusual proposal and agrees to act as her fake groom in an additional part-time job.

The production team highlighted that Because I Want No Loss is a romantic comedy offering viewers an enjoyable escape without overthinking, a rare treat amid the diverse array of genres. The drama is designed to be easy to watch, incorporating relatable and realistic stories that resonate with the audience. Kim Young Dae captured the hearts of fans through his remarkable performance in many beloved dramas in the recent times. Notably versatile, he has also showcased his acting prowess in many diverse K-dramas. His diverse roles and compelling performances have solidified his presence as a standout actor in the world of Korean dramas.

Viewers are excited for this drama to see how the chemistry works between the duo as they both are capable actors who can pull off rom-com genre with ease.

Shy nihasu Oct 03 2023 5:32 pm Age doesn’t matter to me as long as the script do justice to their respective roles. It is acting and not real dating. Even if it is real, who we are to judge?pls don’t spread the hatred before even the drama begins. I like the cast, more than that I liked the plot. It looks more interesting after reading the synopsis..hopefully the writers doesn’t disappoint us and give shin min ah a success streak and give her another hit rom-com like hometown cha cha cha. Looking forward to this drama very eagerly from now onwards even though it is scheduled for next year. Waiting for further updates like poster and trailer.

Miaca Sep 28 2023 9:26 pm I love shin min ah , i missed the love team of shin min ah and so ji sub i love them chemistry, but most of all i want to watch shin min ah with kim woo bin with Romantic scene that's my wish i hope it will come true ☺️

Cherish Sep 22 2023 7:50 pm Shin Min A and Kim Young Dae in a rom-com drama? Yes, yes, yes, yessssss Can't wait!!!!!

snowflakes Sep 18 2023 2:33 am Another romcom of min-ah noona, yass yass!! Rocco Queen is back ???

P7 Sep 13 2023 8:40 am another noona romance drama... can't wait

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Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Notes

Cast

Kkulbee Education

Cha Hee-Sung's Group

Son Hae-Young's Family

Kim Ji-Wook's Group

Cocoa Page

RU24

Liter Electronics

Others

Trailers

Episode Ratings

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