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Ji Chang Wook was a very, very attractive bodyguard, in both his demeanor and choices he made throughout the drama.
Didn't understand the forced loveline, as there was little chemistry.
Song Yoon Ah's acting was amazing and made this drama shine beyond all of the high production-value, high octane action scenes which were also beautifully shot. Her chemistry with JCW was off the charts.
Watch this one if you are into multi dimensional villains and action. The romance was forced and seemed to be thrown in to placate those of us who will watch a drama for romances.
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It's like watching an intense game of chess!
The K2 cemented Ji Chang Wook as my favorite Korean actor! I watched this immediately after seeing Healer and both kept me binge watching into the wee hours of the morning. I loved the writing of this show. Just as the hero or herorine find themselves in a tight corner that you think they can't escape, they find a way. If you like mysteries, or action flicks, or heart melting romances, this series has it all. Normally, I prefer historical dramas more, but Healer and The K2, changed my mind. My goal is to find and watch everything Ji Chang Wook ever did.Was this review helpful to you?
A MUST WATCH.
If I could pick an action-romance kdrama for everyone to watch,that woul be The K2.This drama was soooo entertaining and it wasn't boring to watch at all.
Actors were amazing+good looking and they delivered to their roles perfectly.
If it was possible,I would give this drama a 100/10.
If you're wondering if you should watch it or not,WATCH IT.
And if you wanna similar action dramas here are few recommendations:Healer,My Name,Bloodhounts, the uncanny counter,Vigilante,Vagabond,Descendants of the sun.(Every one of these if AMAZING)
Also if you wanna watch action movie,OFFICER BLACK BELT is my no.1 recommendation.
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My first time knowing Ji Chang Wook
The K2 has been and always be the drama that I always go to whenever I want to binge watching a korean series. The storyline is 9/10 because of The K2 is not focusing on the romcom. It more towards the revenge of someone to a higher-ups and how do politics play along with your life.Undeniably, Ji Chang Wook shown a very very strong and impactful acting in The K2. I am always proud of this materpiece of him. I love everything about The K2.
Nevertheless, I am hoping for a collaboration between Yoona and Ji Chang Wook in another drama!
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To Kim Je Ha, the best bodyguard there is.
as I watch this series from the first episode to the last years ago, I was impressed. the story, the plot, the characters and the actors and actresses portraying them are simply amazing. and need I mention Ji Chang Wook's action scenes worth an applause and are always swoon worthy? and there's Yoona who portrayed Anna's character brilliantly, she's so amazing. and the actress(I'm sorry, I forgot her real name) who plays the stepmother is good, too.One thing that I'd just like to say is this---I tried so hard to see the so-called chemistry between Je Ha and Yoo Jin. like, I really focused on watching even the tiniest details of the series but damn---those Je Ha and Yoo Jin shippers swooning on them is just.... nevermind. I want to avoid a fandom delulu war here so I'd rather keep it to myself. what the hell.
those toxic shippers swooning over that rain scene---the heck... It's not even a rain scene at all but sprinklers that gone off after it detected smoke from a burning thing that Je Ha did, to get Yoo Jin out of that room. there was nothing romantic in it for goddamn sake.
I don't mind their weird taste at all---but what pissed me off is the way they'd bring Anna down and call her names, defaming her character. I don't know if I watched the same series with these shippers what the hell---but Anna behaving and acting that way is a normal response and defense mechanism. She was forced to stay abroad at a young age, witnessed her mother's death and was abandoned by her ambitious and power-hungry politician father. She was locked up in a monastery, hidden from the world except to the few who knew about her existence. She became a recluse, diagnosed with sociophobia and a severe depressive disorder. anyone who has been in her place will totally understand that she didn't that life. It wasn't her fault. Mental Health issues like that of Anna needs sympathy and compassion, not snide remarks.
Yoo Jin on the other hand is perfect to the witch that she is---her cunning nature, arrogance, superiority complex and wickedness sealed everything. She has always wanted Je Ha dead right from the start and only gets interested in him after that car crash accident and the sprinkler scene. to be honest, what Yoo Jin felt for Je Ha which she obviously shows despite not saying anything is obsession, not love. she obviously like Je Ha, that even one of the oldest member of the so-called cloud nine noticed it immediately.
Yoo Jin was fascinated and obsessed with Je Ha---even calling him a dangerous wolf she can never tame and not some ordinary hunting dog who follows her every command and is always at her beck and call. He was the alpha male so capable and strong not to mention handsome---that dared to defy her orders, even talking to her so casually like they're not an employer and employee. to Yoo Jin, Je Ha is more of a challenge than anything. She may have genuinely like him, but her intentions were never pure at all. She wants him all to herself that even giving an order to shoot and kill her stepdaughter is a like a walk in the park for Choi Yoo Jin. and that night that Anna's mother died, she could've saved her by calling 911 but she did not. She left, leaving these words, "love is not meant to be shared." and at that time, she meant Anna's father. If that's not selfish and wicked enough, then I don't know what that is.
and and the way Je Ha looks at Yoo Jin? nah. K2 stares at Madam Choi with eyes full of coldness, animosity and indifference--- unlike the smile and warmth that Je Ha shows to Anna. K2's eyes lights up every time he sees her. his smile and him cheering for Anna in that ramen and rooftop scene is so cute and adorable, with JCW and Yoona's loveable and sweet on-screen chemistry. Je Ha and Anna are each other's safe space, aside from the fact that it was Je Ha who really fell in love first and fell even harder.
It was Anna's innocence and pure heart that made Je Ha love her the most---not because she reminds him of his past love. It even reminds me of the reason why Katniss chose Peeta over Gale. It's because of the great reason that just like Katniss, K2 already has enough fire inside him. that he doesn't want a fuel that will ignite that fire even more which will inevitably happen had he ended up with Yoo Jin and not Anna. and Yoo Jin didn't pulled the trigger, it was Je Ha himself who did it. He just needs the right time and the right person to do so.
The K2 will teach its viewers the lesson we need to know about the fact that it's not just money, power and influence that destroys the world and one's self---but greed. Just like money is not the root of all evil, but the lust and greed for it.
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disappointing end
the story is very promising. everything goes well until the last 5 episodes. it becomes more and more violent and hectic. and sadly the last episode isn't as soothing as it should be (because we are used to). if you are sensitive to violence I would not recommend this.I really loved the relationship between the main good character and the main bad one. they managed it in an unique way. this make this drama even more frustrating because it really had it all at first.
I really don't know which one is the main female lead because the supposed one was so bland that the second female lead took all the light.
so is it a good drama to watch? yes, but don't expect too much.
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Good action scenes
Overall it's a nice show but the love story didn't convince me. I didn't feel the connection between the main characters. Não repetiria.................................................................……............
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K2's really amazing - totally worth your time
LIKEWhen Je Ha understood his assignment and went ahead without seeking Yoo Jin's approval - that moment he was so cool. Everyone would have fall in love with him
When Yoo Jin played everyone else out - good twist
Se Joon's decision in the end - that was pretty touching
DISLIKE
An Na's character like nothing much here..
MUSIC - personal fav
As Time Stops - Park Kwang Sun
REWATCH VALUE
Yes definitely
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Ji Chang Wook is the only good point
As said in my headline, the only positive thing about "the K2" is the main actor Chi Jang Wook who almost carried the show. Unfortunately, him being good alone is not enough.I dropped at the episode 6, I even forced myself to continue until the episode 6 because I was hopping it would be better but I was wrong.
Let me start with my biggest disappointment : the romance. The romance in the drama was in my opinion the biggest negative point, it was too cringy, embarassing, boring and childish to a point where I just had to stop because it was ridiculous, honestly.
Secondly, the female lead Im Joon Ah was not good enough, I am sorry, in my point of view, her acting skill is lacking, it is not bad but when you play alongside Ji Chang Wook, you should have a decent level because if it is not the case, your poor skill will be seen from far away, sorry.
Thirdly, the story was lowkey lacking as well, I felt there were too many plot and it was kind of like a mess, it almost was good but it was not (the political stuff had potential to be entertaining but it quickly became boring and also because of the romance who ruined it as I previoulsy stated).
Overall, I feel sorry for Ji Chang Wook, man I am sorry for you. You deserved better.
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This review may contain spoilers
I'll keep this review short.Have you every had an empty feeling after watching a great show? After watching The K2, I felt a deep void. This show is amazing and I loved watching it the first time especially because everything was fresh to me. The second time I watched it I couldn't have the same feeling ever again because I already knew what was going to, which is why I felt that empty feeling when I finished that last episode. I actually watched this show a few months ago and I still really love it. The one this I didn't like was the An na character. She was kinda annoying in the show and I didn't really like her ending up with K2. I loved Choi Yoo Jin so much and I felt kinda disappointed when she didn't end up with the ML. I felt such good chemistry with Yoo Jin and K2 way more than K2 and Anna. Anyway, I was still satisfied by the ending and anyone who hasn't watched it should watch it.
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