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The main relationship was kind of... weird?
Initially I was really excited to watch this drama for it's cast. Both MLs are big names (Park Seo Joon and Park Hyung Sik) and this is Taehyung's debuting kdrama. We all know a good majority came for V but his character was honestly the best part but I still had to drop itThe first few episodes were pretty good. We get introduced to our ML Moo Myung and all the other Hwarangs. The story is interesting and the ost is good, but then we get to the relationship. The main reason I dropped the show as because of the main relationship. For a little background info, basically ML gets into the city with his friend who is trying to find his father. Long story short friend didn't make it so he asked ML to replace him and find his father. ML finds friend's father and meets friend's sister. Then they start having an attraction for each other. For the first few episodes, the sister thought ML was her brother. Then they semi have feelings for each other then she finds out ML is not her brother. Then they get into a love triangle. Oh also she cries alot so that's a plus I guess. The relationship seemed a lot like incest to me, while technically it's not but you still get theStep bro/Step sis vibes so I droped it.
I know I didn't get far and maybe farther in the drama the relationship wouldn't be as weird but I just couldn't go on
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My first foreign drama.
I watched this specifically because of BTS member V. Im part of the ARMY and i wanted to see how good of an actor he was. Let me just say i was shocked and proud. He did an amazing job of portraying Han Sung. As i watched i found myself liking the story and other actors as well. my favorite role was of Ban Ryu. His story development was amazing. I wish they coyld have filmed alittle more. getting more into the difficulty of Ryu's relationships. the relationship with both his father and step father. As well as his relationship woth Soho and his family.Was this review helpful to you?
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It starts somewhat weird with a strange main lead but I started enjoying it by EP 1 and then throughout the series.
Why you should watch:
1.CASTING: When are you ever going to get such a group of actors together ? The cast gelled so well together that i liked each one of them in their roles
2. Story : I really liked the historical silla dynasty recreation here along with the hidden king trope.Also,the Hwarang concept was also well used.
3. Production values: simply awesome all the way.The drama is beautiful to look at!
4. Music : The songs and instrumental tracks are superb and continue to be a mainstay for my playlists.
5. Action scenes : While not many,there were Great action sequences in the show
6. Second leads were strong : Really liked the dynamic here
7. Ending : I usually avoided saeguk dramas as they end sadly many times (case in point -Scarlet Heart Ryeo!).This was a show that really ended well.
I think the show suffered in ratings due to Defendant airing in the same slot.If not, it would have done as well as it did online.
Do give the show a chance.You will remember the time spent with the Hwarang Boys fondly!
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Should watch!!!
I really loved this show…. that is if you're like me and just straight out start ignoring the main girl crying almost all the time. At one point even I was crying because she kept on crying. Anyways it was fun, it was serious, it had so much in here and just a lot of drama which I love to see. I really recommend this to first time historical drama watchers because it gives off something at least. And not Soo-ho liking the Queen?? Oh my gosh the scandal!! hehehehehe but it was genuine like he loved her and I was shocked, I mean him liking the kings mom was what??? Unexpected!!! But why they always have to kill the characters we all love!!!! 🥲🥲🥲🥲Was this review helpful to you?
Even though the series dealt with heavy subject material the humorous portions were well done and enjoyable. It gives the audience a chance to collect its breath as the tension builds.
It may not be the best show ever written but I'd certainly recommend it to anyone who asks!
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Just okay only
LIKEWhen Ah Ro was telling stories and her audiences' reactions cracked me up - hilarious much
DISLIKE
Storyline fell short and not much impact - the villian was easily defeated without a proper fight
MUSIC - personal fav
I'll Be There - Park Hyung Shik
Whenever It Is - Han Dong Geun
Our Tears - Hyolyn
Dream - Bolbbalgan4
It's Definitely You - V & Jin
REWATCH VALUE
It doesn't matter if I re-watch or not
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I watched it for V(Bts) but stayed for the bromance and i love it
HWARANGPRETTY BOYS
WHY NOT WATCH IT RIGHT
well well well
You might think that this drama is the carefree, cheerful, peaceful otome story about men united to serve for the Queen under the name, Hwarang. And i beg your pardon, nope it isn't carefree. Don't be fooled ladies, it prepared surprises.
These all lies into the storyline. I have to admit that the story might not as solid as i wished and my favourite characters kept getting hurt and my kokoro is hurt as well. BUT HOWEVER, you have to understand that this drama carried out what they promised!!! PRETTY BOYS.
Spare your opinions and enjoy the interactions these men have for each other. The chemistry is real people and that highlights the story and that is what you should look forward to!
In short, this is a terribly written summary by me,
2 poor boys with no identities sneaks into a "city", the main lead follows his friend into the city in search of his lost family. However, his friend meets a tragic end due to some unfortunate events and the male lead continued living under the disguise of his friend to survive in the city. THEN, SOMEHOW the male lead got caught into a drama with the royal highness THE QUEEN & THE KING. The male lead joins a group of pretty boys under the name Hwarang that serves for the King in search for answers regarding to his friend's death, The boys in Hwarang are nobles and they are prideful and are bullies (lowkey childish but it's ok, nothing serious). The male lead being male lead, charmed more drama and got caught in between this drama between the queen and the other nobles. While all of these are happening, the male lead fell in love with a girl that he shouldn't and trapped in a love triangle stituation with the King that is also in love with the girl. yes.. that's pretty much it
Conclusion: I love the chemistry and it really makes me feel warm inside u know
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Um bom sageuk, mas tem melhores!
Sempre acabo ficando um pouco nostálgica quando se trata de Hwarang, já que foi um dos primeiros k-dramas que assisti. Mas lembro que me diverti muito enquanto via. Tá, confesso que também chorei em alguns momentos. Na minha opinião é um drama "leve", de certa forma. Onde o mais importante - ao menos para mim - é a linda construção da amizade dos personagens, não o romance (já que, pra ser sincera, o casal protagonista é bem cansativo...) E com certeza não posso deixar de mencionar o querido Park Hyungsik, que nos serviu muita beleza!Was this review helpful to you?
