As being an avid fan of Lee Jong Suk's acting and a sucker for character development, I was extremely excited to see how the characterization would pan out. Needless to say, I was both disappointed and immensely satisfied by the end of the drama. All in all, Han Hyo Joo's character and acting turned out to be the biggest let down. I went in expecting a strong and independent female lead with so much potential, as she was in the beginning. However, as it dragged on more and more the only characterization I got from her was Kang Chul's girl. Also, her acting was almost always over exaggerated or awkward.
Kang Chul's character pretty much had little development, although having much potential for so much more. Which also limited Jong Suk's acting to that. It was a pity and disappointing with the way the writer went about those two.
Surprisingly though, the character that managed to be the dark horse was Kim Eui Sung who played Oh Seong Mo. It was absolutely phenomenal, I found myself pitying him one moment to hating him. Whenever he was on the screen I was completely at the edge of my seat. This particular role gives the drama catharsis and does it extremely well. Besides a couple other characters with the means of comic relief, the rest do not really strike as memorable nor interesting.
There wasn't many OSTs, as just a couple were used -- not one of these songs left an impact or were noteworthy. However, the music used did play an extremely good role in setting the mood.
Overall, this k-drama was extremely entertaining and a good run. Would recommend it, especially if you need a time filler!
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Addictive action packed and overall a joyful ride!
I'm not even going to lie, this is my type of drama so my review might not be entirely without biases. I love the parallel worlds-isekai trope and it becomes a guilty pleasure just by existing.That being said the execution for this drama is everything. It's fast paced, charming, intriguing and emotional at the same time. The chemistry between the main leads was off the charts. I think in terms of romance this is my favourite couple involving LJS. Second favourite would be Big Mouth and third Pinocchio and IHYV.
The FL is our girl out of town, the lens through we explore the new world, and she is such a joy to watch. She's lovable, witty, relatable and kind. I absolutely loved her.
ML is cool AF without being flawless. He is smart, considerate, strong and action driven. And I loved his reactions to all the new information he had to absorb. Also loved that he is not one to stop himself from showing emotion. When the man is broken you will know it and appreciate the sincerity and vulnerability that contrasts his usually cool persona.
Side characters are memorable and likeable without stealing the spotlight that belongs to the two main leads. The main doctor at the hospital can get a bit cartoony, but that is something that I'm willing to let go.
The plot in the comic world can be a bit predictable at times, with the bad guy at the very end being just your typical comic book villain... Personally I found his resolution a bit rushed, but with everything getting a bit spiced up when you include the nuances between the real world and the rules that connect both worlds. It gives a unique and fun experience.
All in all I will probably rewatch W. It's a show that has a mix of feel-good/thriller/emotional/sci-fi/romance. It has so much but it never feels like it's trying to do everything at once. Things flow naturally and effortlessly. Bravo!
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I REWATCHED A LOT OF TIMES!
STORY: (10/10) I was intrigued by the storyline of this one. It is complicated, unique and confusing that’s why I am totally captivated. This may not be liked by a lot but telling a story about a human who suddenly appears in a comic book is refreshing unlike the typical drama we had right? Then as the story progress you’ll find the comic book character is already falling in love with the human and is already in the real world. HAHA. I just love the uniqueness of this drama.ACTING/CAST: (10/10) Not a fan of Lee Jung Suk and this is the first drama where I saw Han Hyo Joo. Nevertheless, I think that the casting of the main leads is good because of their chemistry. Lee Jung Suk portrays well the character of a rich handsome man. For Hyo Joo, I find her adorable. Aside from Oh Sung Moo, the side characters weren’t that impactful though. Still rating this a higher one because of how I loved this drama. :D
REWATCH VALUE: (10/10) One of my go-to dramas when I feel like re-watching an old one! Still feels good on the 2nd watch!
OTHER FACTORS:
CGI: This drama requires a lot of CGI because the drama’s genre. One thing that’s questionable is the CGI on Oh Sung Moo’s (Yeon Joo's father) face. That’s just weird.
OVERALL: (10/10) Absolute masterpiece! If you’re a fan of rom-com and comic book based dramas with a hint of suspense and slight action, you might wanna check this out!
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Mix of THRILLER, FANTASY, ROMANCE, COMEDY...
Despite the “flaws” that people mention, I loved this one, and it is one of my fav Kdrama. The two leads have such strong chemistry — unlike any other Kdrama I’ve ever watched. It was so beautiful to see how the two characters were constantly drawn to each other even with all the obstacles they faced. If you love a mix of thriller, romance, fantasty, and comedy, this one’s for u. Loved the whole concept, and I was constantly hooked. The actors btw r jus brilliant, would love to see them act together again.Was this review helpful to you?
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i loved this so much
the whole idea of it being in a webtoon etc is so fascinating to me, i feel like you dont really get k-dramas like this. not one episode did i get bored of every episode had something just great about it, you definitely go though so many many emotions watching it which i always find positive when watching kdramas. the last episode had me SOBBING like how dare they make me think he was dead but yes i really reccomend watching it even if this isnt your usual forte? is that the word idk but yes give it a watchWas this review helpful to you?
I have read several positive reviews, but except for the cutemoments between the two protagonists, the story was too messy.
Too many jumps between reality and manga, there were so many of it that at a certain point I could no longer understand in which world the action took place.
The actors were very good, even if some characters were completely useless.
I did not like the plot at all.
I admit that it was a different story from those seen so far, but it was not captivating from my point of view. I did not know whether to focus on the plot, on being able to understand the various movements from one world to another or on finding a logical link between the various situations.
I managed to get to the end without dropping the drama just out of curiosity (I confess I love Lee Jong Suk, I held out for this reason too!)
But I'm still confused...
In short, I do not say not to look at it, but it certainly is not among the dramas I would like to look at again.
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Seen it 10+ times. Still love it <3
I first watched this kdrama back in 2020, when I was first getting into them. I can’t recall i how found out about it, or why I decided to watch it, but however I did, I’m so thankful.I think I cried a lot after watching this show, it’s that type yk, leaves some impact, deep, plus is literally has the. Cutest. Romance. Ever. Like these two actors will always be a couple in my eyes.
The story is just so unique and special, and the actors play the parts wonderfully like it’s so believable and real when you watch it. I would 100% recommend this to anyone who wants to like dive deep into a great show.
All the plot lines are fantastic and you’re never gonna get bored, cuz there’s always the drama, surprise, and the romance to keep you involved.
I’ve never written a review but im watching this for the 10th time now and I love this show so much I think it deserves so much attention. It’s shocking that this show is 6 years old.
I think think that Lee Jong Suk and Han Hyo Joon are two of the best actors I have ever watched. I genuinely felt like this story was all so real and I think that’s what made this show emotional too.
I don’t think my words do any justice to how good this show is, but like, if anything is a good drama, it’s this one.
W: two world, is a masterpiece, and I think it’s a kdrama that’ll stay with me forever~
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Interesting Plot + Tepid Romance
This didn't work for me for several reasons.❤ The romance was disappointing as I felt the two actors didn't have much chemistry or connection at the start of the series. Mid-season the two finally found a romantic vibe, and I did believe their love by the end of the series.
❤ The story itself was interesting. I'm not sure I found it all that plausible, but it certainly sucked me in to it. I couldn't stop watching to see what happened next.
❤ Probably the most interesting part is as Kang Chul becomes a fully realized character, the madness of Oh Sung-Moo grows. The performance of the actor playing the writer, Kim Eui-Sung, was amazing. He did an excellent job portraying this poor unraveling soul struggling between reality and fiction.
❤ I wish the side characters from the webtoon, Yoon So-Hee and Seo Do-Yoon, were given a bit more depth and interaction within the story. It would have made for nice layers for the two to be more integral to the plot rather than as side pieces for Kang Chul to use as needed.
❤ The cinematography and action sequences were really well done. Jee Jong Suk, playing Kang Chul, had some excellent and memorable moments.
❤ The biggest problem, or at least the one I noticed the most, was the sound production. It was somewhat hard to hear the actors when they were in crowded or outdoor scenes, particularly when they were on the phone. I noticed myself turning up the volume multiple times during those scenes, something I never thought about prior to other shows.
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MUST WATCH....ITS WORTH....
w two worlds ....drama....its a super fantasy drama.....its about comic and human world........lee jong suk and han hyo joo......are both cute....and lovely.....best pair ever.......very thrilling and interesting story......editing is awsome.....w webtoon💙💙💙......i watched it for 8 times.....and planed to watch again.....i also watched original comic....for this k drama......by this drama i like kang chul very much....he is hansome....cute....adorable.....so i know about him and watched many dramas of lee jong suk .....my favorites are w two worlds.... while you were sleeping .... big mouth ...... pinnochio... and also the female lead.... she is the best.... she place a cute role in w two worlds.... and place a bold role in happiness..... and also in the pirates: the last loyal treasure..... they both are my favorite... i got sentimental while watching this dramas sad scenes.... and my heart went crazy for some other scenes....saranghae......
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10/10 first half... then it just became meh
W is honestly incredible. Even though the drama lost its spark in the second half, I don't think you'll regret watching it - Both the story and the acting is phenomenal and the ending is very satisfying.I love the story, it had me at the edge of my seat and made me feel all kinds of feelings. I was so invested from the very beginning. I usually have to fight through 1 and a half episodes before i start liking a show but THIS had me from the start. Honestly amazing. It's like a fanfic brought to the screen, I love it. I don't think I've ever been this emotionally invested and happy watching a drama before. I've been both laughing and squealing in excitement at the screen, and I've also shut it because of unbearable second hand embarrassment - that's how invested I was lol
The actors were incredible as well. They really brought the story to life. Han Hyo Joo and Lee Jong Suk were amazing together, great chemistry. Kim Eui Sung also did a really good job.
However... I would have been more than satisfied with this drama being half its length, I'd actually prefer it. After that 8th episode it went downhill. The story just spun out of control and the same problems started repeating themselves - It became uninteresting. But i fought through it bc i really really loved the first half and couldn't just abandon it. I'm really glad i kept watching though because I'm very satisfied with the ending. The ending doesn't make up for the second half of the drama being pretty bad though. Even so, I'm currently re-watching the first half bc it's just THAT good. Go watch it!
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