The story of “The Girl Downstairs” revolves around Lee Joon, who enrolls at Minsong University with the hope of reconnecting with his high school crush, Kim Margo. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets his new neighbor, Lee Duna.
Duna is a stunning former idol with a volatile and impulsive personality, and she immediately turns Joon’s world upside down. To his confusion and frustration, Margo seems unable to find time to meet with him, creating a sense of distance that Joon struggles to bridge.
Adding to Joon’s complicated life, he meets Choi Ira, a fellow student, at a party. During the event, they engage in a risqué game that leaves Ira infatuated with Joon.
As Joon traverses his feelings for Margo and deals with Ira’s newfound affection, he begins to uncover the painful truths about Duna’s troubled past and Margo’s difficult family circumstances. These revelations force Joon to confront his own emotions and sort through the tangled web of his relationships.
In anticipation of the Japanese dub of the Chinese Donghua series “The Girl Downstairs,” a spotlight trailer has been released, focusing on the character Mio Katsuragi, voiced by Maaya Sakamoto. This trailer is the first of three weekly videos leading up to the series debut on Japanese television on July 3. The trailer offers a charming introduction to the devilish ex-idol, setting the stage for the upcoming series.
Originally streamed on Bilibili in April 2023 and spanning 22 episodes, “The Girl Downstairs” was produced by Red Dog Culture House with direction from Dong Yi. The series has garnered attention for its compelling characters and intricate storyline, and the upcoming Japanese dub is highly anticipated by fans. Stay tuned for two more weekly videos that will reveal more about the series’ heroines, building excitement for its premiere.
