“I’m Not a Robot” is a South Korean television series that aired in 2017-2018. The romantic comedy-drama follows the story of Kim Min-kyu, a wealthy and secluded young man who suffers from a severe allergy to human contact. Due to this allergy, he lives an isolated life and finds solace in developing artificial intelligence robots.
Jo Ji-ah, a struggling entrepreneur, is tricked into pretending to be a robot by a team of scientists led by Hong Baek-kyun. The scientists want to test their humanoid robot Aji 3, but due to an unexpected accident, Jo Ji-ah is forced to stand in as the robot’s substitute.
As Min-kyu interacts with Aji 3, who he believes is a robot, he starts to develop feelings for her. Unaware of the truth, Min-kyu begins to open up emotionally, and Aji 3, despite being a human, reciprocates his feelings.
Complications arise as the deception becomes increasingly difficult to maintain. The scientists work to prevent Min-kyu from discovering Jo Ji-ah’s true identity while navigating their own complex relationships. Throughout the series, themes of love, trust, and the impact of technology on human connections are explored.
As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed, and characters face challenges that test the authenticity of their emotions. The series combines humor, romance, and a touch of science fiction as it explores the unpredictable nature of love and the blurred lines between human and artificial intelligence.