Must watch K-Drama!
If you haven't watched this rom-com, what are you waiting for? Go watch it now!I cannot talk of romance and comedy together and not bring this drama up. Because it's among the og ones. A narcissistic CEO, overdramatic and low EQ 😂 and his very much capable and mentally stable secretary.
Park Seojoon is indeed a rom-com king. He really does this genre well. His face, body language, deserves a good applause. Park Minyoung is amazing as well. Every scene we can see her being done with her boss 😁 the side characters were great too. The office staff, the bodyguard, main lead's friend, they are all exactly were they need to be, doing exactly what they need to do.
The chemistry is realllyyy good. Ya, that is a big plus point. Especially when the overdramatic scenes calm into something more tense, the spark definitely wouldn't go unnoticed. Intimate scenes - good job hehe 😏😏
Yes! There you are. A good family drama to watch. I'd say one episode a day is the best way to watch 👍🏻
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Mi So was such a hardworking woman and such a badass at it, this is probably why her character because that.
For Young Joon, I like that he was serious at first when we meet him but then turn out to be a whole dork through the whole show.
I also thought that both Park Seo Joon & Park Min Young were great in this show and had amazing chemistry.
As for Mi So and Young Joon, I found them very cute and a bit trophy at times. I also loved the banter they had with each other that was probably was my favorite thing about them. This was a show where I didn't need to think much of the backstory and can just focus on the couple for how fluffy and cute they are. This was kinda upsetting because I was interested in the backstory initially but then later through the show, I kind of lost my interest.
The OST is not considered one of my favorites but I did enjoy it.
My favorite songs would be: Because I Only See You - Kim Na Young and The First Words - Song Yuvin
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Simple yet entertaining
Plot: I would like to think that the plot is kinda predictable however the drama is saved by the funny side characters and PSJ’s charm. He’s definitely the king of RomCom in Korea for me.Acting: They all did great except for the brother. I wasn’t really convinced that he liked Mi-so.
Music: Honestly, I skipped PSJ’s lullaby and piano scenes but other sound effects were really cute and on point so I gave high marks for that.
Rewatch value: I could definitely see myself rewatching this drama because it was just light and sweet. It’s exactly what a romantic comedy drama is. Don’t expect too much on the story, just go with the flow and you’ll enjoy this series.
Overall: But since I have watched better dramas in terms of depth and climax, I would rate this 7.5 to 8. It wasn’t memorable but the humor is definitely enjoyable. I didn’t press the fast forward button that much, especially about the side characters because they were highly entertaining for me.
PS: I can’t stop admiring PSJ’s body here, especially his butt. He looked divine in every suit. Hahaha~!
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Pacing: This drama was SUCH a breath of fresh air. The leads actually spent the whole drama together, with none of that contrived "I love you but I hate you" nonsense that keeps the characters separated for episodes on end. The push and pull dynamic of the first half, when they were yet to get together was exciting and fun to watch, but what I love about this drama is the pacing of the second half. Once they get together, each episode has its own mini plotline that features the characters/their romance facing a problem, and then resolving it by the end, usually alongside some very compelling physical intimacy. Each episode is chock-full of cute moments between the leads, and it makes it so fun and heart-warming to watch.
Subplots: There are three main subplots: the comic relief romance between some quirky co-workers, the cute and heart-warming romance of the coworkers with well developed characters, and the mystery subplot of the main character's past (no corporate subplot!!!!). And, coming, from someone who normally hates the subplots, each of them are extraordinarily well paced and add something to the story. Each of the subplots and side characters are developed throughout the course of the show, allowing time to get invested and not make it feel like it came out of nowhere, or was forced in at the end, like so many other dramas.
Acting: I mean, casting Park Seojoon and Park Minyoung as the lead roles? There was no way that the acting could be anything but amazing. Both actors portrayed the original webtoon characters incredibly well, and their chemistry was also commendable!
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Amazing
I absolutely love this drama, it's hilarious, has an amazing cast and a solid story to finish it all off.I find it is very hard to pull off a drama like this one but they do it so flawlessly. The female lead is amazingly independent and shows the best of where hard work and dedication can get you. The male lead is just as amazing for completely different reasons, his goofiness and charm as well as pulling his finger out when he needs to. The fact that this drama shows what seems such a strong independent man actually needs help more often than not.
I love the romance in this as well, its just too cute and adorable, I just love watching him chase her! Also I cant give enough credit to the supporting cast in this drama for making me laugh so much!!! It is one of the few I have rewatched and could just for the side characters.
If you have not watched this already I recommend to start watching it right now! You wont regret it :)
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Pretty simple and good drama if you're in the right mood for it
What's Wrong With Secretary Kim? is a drama that I quite liked when I first watched it, but it didn't really age well for me. I tried re-watching it completely twice, but I can never finish it.Now, this show is pretty enjoyable if you're looking for a rom-com that you can simply shut you brain off and relax. The lead couple have a nice chemistry and there's some quite funny scenes. Although the male lead mainly consists of your stereotypical chaebol, I think Park Seo Joon's protrayal paints the character in a much more entertaining light and makes the narcissism of his character instead of annoying and petty, very funny and charming. Park Min Young does a good enough job, nothing outstanding, though. But for me the best characters was still, by far, Yoo Sik. He was a nice comedic relief, even though he was facing constant trouble and personal life issues, while still giving pretty good advice. Also the whole dynamic between the vice-president team was interesting to see.
The story is nothing impressive. Quite cliché and to be honest I felt like they stretched some subplots more than they should, which made the narrative feel draggy in many moments. The whole dispute between the brothers was extremely annoying and boring. Both of them acted petty and honestly I feel like they tried to frame Sung Yeon as the "bad guy" in this situation in order for us to root for Young Joon and realise Sung Yeon is ot the gentleman we thought, but that was not the way I took it because it felt way too forced. This plot just felt pointless and made me annoyed at both male leads while I wished they'd just make amends with one another, specially cause whole ordeal in their childhood that started it all was their parents fault.
Talking about that childhood plotline, another boring thing. I just don't think it was properly approached in this drama. It was there so we would be convinced that the main couple were destined to stay together but for me it was pretty lame. Also not sure about this, but the way they portrayed their PTSD felt very superficial as well.
Something that really bothered me was the ending. I thought it was quite nice that Mi So wanted to quit her job in order to find herself and take care of her personal life, but in the end she just gave up on her self-discovery journey cause she was dating the vice-president and that secretary job was suddenly ok with her. It makes it seem the only reason she wanted to quit in the first place was because she was horny or something, and since she got herself a boyfriend all of her problems were solved and her independency just didn't matter at all, I guess. Not to mention that the vice-president acted like a bossy tyrant to Mi So for 9 years and only started treating her properly when she was about to leave him and she was somehow ok with this entire situation.
So, all things considered, a nice fluffy drama that most rom-com fans will enjoy, but don't expect anything wonderful as it's a bit generic and tiring at some points, but fun nonetheless.
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However, the storyline is nothing new, it is more of a conventional CEO and secretary chic love story. On rewatching the series, I think you'll find a deeper meaning on the leads' action. Although if you are not fond of overload sweetness yet humorous couple you may avoid this but for those interested you may add this on your "to watch list." The cinematography and music are a plus points.
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My Favourite Office Romance has to be...
No other drama catches my eye in the group of Office Romance+Trauma bonding rom com kdrama when it comes to this masterpiece! Great Leads! Great Osts! Great second leads!Great Story! trauma bonding wasn't my thing until I watched this and believe me guys once you start this you won't get bored even a second. I've rewatched for the third time now. it hasn't disappointed me ever.i loved when they were on that trip together. It was so hilarious! though I was kind of passed off with the main leads brother in some episodes but that just added more to the story.dude was crazy obsessed with his girl. Really a great Kdrama to start.Was this review helpful to you?
Men will find this drama difficult
Currently in episode 7. Why does the writer force the ML to follow the FL around like a unwanted stray? She clearly doesn’t like him, never wants him around and only scowls at him, whether in the office or out. It makes the male lead look like a pussy. It just appears that the writer is a woman that wants to demean the ML and to have him fawn over the FL. The writer gives the ML no respect for himself and the FL always shows it with her constant hatred and glares for him. This is difficult for a man to watch.Was this review helpful to you?
