Cute. Funny and sad
STORY If u are wondering to watch something that is a real story than this is the right Kdrama .Well first I thought that this drama is kinda lame and idk smth not worthy.. BUT little did I know that I would end up liking this kdrama so much.. I have felt like Kang Mi Rae the girl who get the plastic surgery.. I have been bullied bc of my look and also of a hormonal disorderi have.. And even tho i triedto cure it they always bullied saying like she want to become pretty by only doing that and other stuffs...that's what Mi Rae suffer and she want to feel pretty .. But being the prettiest girl isn't what it always look like.. Their life is not easy as we think .. We always think ah god i wish i was that beautiful bc life would be so mich easier ... Anyway I loved the story ACTING The acting is good at some points and sometimes it's lame idk why i get this vibe OST well i like the ost but not all of themWas this review helpful to you?
Waste of time to watch
Critique While "My ID is Gangnam Beauty" has many strengths, it also has notable weaknesses:
Repetition and Predictability: Some plot points and conflicts feel repetitive and predictable, making parts of the story seem formulaic. This can diminish the impact of key moments.
Character Development: Although the main characters are well-developed, several supporting characters are underutilized. Their motivations and backstories could have been explored more deeply, which would have added richness to the narrative.
Pacing Issues: At times, the drama's pacing is uneven. Some episodes drag, particularly in the middle, which can make the series feel longer than necessary.
Clichés: The drama occasionally relies on clichés common in K-dramas, such as love triangles and misunderstandings, which can feel tiresome for viewers familiar with the genre.Superficial Treatment of Themes: While the drama addresses important issues like beauty standards and self-esteem, these themes are sometimes handled in a surface-level manner. A deeper exploration could have made the message more impactful.
Rating 7/10
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This drama is a real surprise, it really went from a 4/10 to an 7.5/10 in a very short time.
At first, I really didn't like the drama. It was long, you didn't get attached to the characters (they were borderline annoying) but as it went on (even if it's too long), you start to get attached to the story, the characters and the context.I find that from a certain point on, the drama takes on a whole new look and promotes real values: self-acceptance, acceptance of others' views, feminism.
It really touched me and I recognized myself in each of the characters (even the most annoying ones).
This drama is a real surprise, it really went from a 4/10 to an 7.5/10 in a very short time.
There are still a lot of long moments... but in the end, it's nice and quite well written.
I recommend it, it's nice.
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Perfect to wind down
A lot of the important things have been said already and I can agree with a lot of the positiv as well as the negative feedback here or at least where it's coming from.The general discussion on what beauty truly means is displayed really well. There's a lot of character development even for the side characters and the drama isn't as exaggerated as in many other series. Overall, it seemed quite close to real life which made the story and characters highly relateable.
But the pacing is slow. So slow that I watched the series in 1.25-1.5x speed to keep me on track (which was perfectly doable, music and speech didn't sound sped up - I highly recommend doing this!). Facial expressions are also very held back, especially with both leads. Some people consider this bad acting, I thought it was simply a nice contrast to the highly emotional dramas I had watched before.
If you are looking for a more laid-back, less highly emotional yet touching drama, you might really like this. If you prefer strong emotions, intense drama and a faster pace, this drama might not be for you. If the pacing had been a tad faster, I would've given it a higher rating, but even for a K-Drama this was...slow.
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I actually enjoyed all the characters. Even soo-ah tho she got the side eye a lot of times.I heard in the webtoon her character was more in depth but in this they just reduced her to a mean pretty popular girl, which is disappointing to me because I actually wanted to know more about her backstory. Wooyoung was my favorite character. He was cute and charming and kind-hearted and understanding. AND PATIENT. Just a good guy in general. if guys like him existed where I live I wouldn't be single. I'd be lying if I said I didn't want Mirae to be with him and not kyeong-seok. I really felt for him when he was rejected by Mirae. Second lead syndrome definitely happened to me.
The acting was very good. I can see why some people had a problem with Eunwoo, and I can definitely see where they're coming from. Oftentimes he seemed cold, standoffish, and dull, and I feel like he stays like that until the last few episodes. He just posed a lot like a model lmao. Like ok we get it, he's handsome. But he didn't do so bad. As for Im Soo hyang, amazing job. You can really tell she embodied her character to the fullest extent.
IMPORTANT MORALS I LEARNED FROM THIS DRAMA:
1. Plastic surgery can't fix an internal issue.
2. Being pretty doesn't necessarily mean you have an easier life. From a certain point of view being beautiful can be a negative thing.
3. What's the point of being beautiful if you're not happy?(this one's the most powerful)
Overall I give this drama a 9/10. Thinking about rewatching it soon
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Kang Mi Rae and Do Kyung Suk were written as characters having less experience in social situations, both for individual circumstances and not for once did they feel awkward or stiff . A sudden transformation in social skills would have been more unrealistic. Their chemistry also very likable (never thought I would be fangirling over Cha Eun Woo).
Also I really liked Hyun Soo Ah, though portrayed in a negative sense; she had the best skills and made it easy for me to hate her.
Give it a try it’s a really nice show and in case already watched, let’s keep on recommending it to others.
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Just watch it for the beautiful cast
This drama started well, I was so in love with it because it was so refreshing that i didn't bother sleeping because i wanted to know what happened next.However, the last 2 epsiodes was trash. It was like they got out of material (not that they had any to begin with) but because they wanted to make it the "mandatory" 16 episodes they decided to put a whole bunch of nothings together.
The cast did a good job though, kudos to everyone of them.
They had a good idea planning a story around plastic surgery and how much society bullies people that are not their standard of beauty but it's like they lost their focus along the way.
The first 10 episodes was very good and it excited me but things started going downhill from episode 11 then episode 15 and 16 was just a waste of time.
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The first 6 episodes were really slow, even compared to "A Love so Beautiful". I'm not into watching the ugliness of society (be that Korean, or American) for extended periods of time, I was ready to drop the drama multiple times for that reason, but the entire plastic surgery thing kept me interested just long enough to reach episode 7 and then things turned for the better. I realized that I really started liking the cast & the romance was getting more and more interesting. There was no humor at all in the first half, but there were quite a few funny moments later on too. As usual in a drama like this I expected the worst from the love triangle, but that never happened, that's always a giant plus. I don't really care about bromances, but this one here was not much worse than in Goblin. I also like how it ended. Yes others have commented on how many secondary plotlines are unfinished & how great a second season would be, but I disagree. I'm genuinely afraid of what the plotline in that hypothetical second season could be. I feel that they followed the still ongoing webcomic too closely up until the ending, that's why we had all that melodramatic setup in the beginning that couldn't really lead anywhere in 16 episodes and honestly I'm not that curious about their resolution, feeling that it's better not to know, I'm content that I got the happy ending that I wanted & the topic of plastic surgery & the psychology of plastic surgery were sufficiently explored.The OST was just there, here I am writing this 8 hours after finishing the series & I don't recall a single song, or track. Not memorable at all.
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My ID is Gangnam Beauty is a 2018 South Korean drama adapted from the popular webtoon of the same name. It follows the story of Kang Mi-rae, a young woman who, after years of being bullied for her looks, decides to undergo plastic surgery before starting university. She hopes that her new appearance will give her the confidence to live a normal, happy life. However, Mi-rae quickly discovers that beauty alone cannot shield her from judgment, gossip, and the complicated realities of human relationships.One of the most compelling aspects of the drama is how it addresses South Korea’s intense beauty standards. The term “Gangnam Beauty” is used pejoratively to describe someone whose beauty appears “artificial” due to cosmetic surgery. The show doesn’t shy away from portraying how society can be both obsessed with and critical of physical appearance, leaving women caught in a no-win situation. Through Mi-rae’s struggles, we see that external changes cannot automatically fix deep-rooted insecurities.
Im Soo-hyang, who plays Kang Mi-rae, delivers a nuanced performance. She captures the vulnerability of someone who has been emotionally scarred by years of ridicule, while also showing the slow growth of confidence as Mi-rae learns to value herself for more than her looks. Cha Eun-woo, portraying Do Kyung-seok, is equally engaging. His character is a stoic, handsome classmate who sees beyond appearances and treats Mi-rae with quiet sincerity. Their developing romance feels genuine and sweet, providing a warm contrast to the drama’s heavier themes.
Supporting characters also shine. Jo Woo-ri’s portrayal of Hyun Soo-ah, the seemingly perfect yet manipulative rival, is particularly noteworthy. She adds complexity to the story, showing how envy and insecurity can lurk behind a flawless façade. The friendships and rivalries among the students feel realistic, mixing lighthearted campus moments with biting social commentary.
The pacing is generally smooth, with the drama balancing romance, slice-of-life, and social critique. Some episodes lean more heavily into melodrama, but they remain grounded in relatable emotions. The script often uses humor to diffuse tension, making it easy to binge while still provoking thought. The soundtrack complements the atmosphere well, with soft ballads and upbeat tracks underscoring key emotional beats.
Perhaps the drama’s greatest strength is its underlying message: self-worth should come from within, not from meeting society’s superficial standards. Mi-rae’s journey is less about finding love and more about accepting herself, flaws and all. The show challenges viewers to reflect on how they perceive beauty, both in themselves and others.
On the downside, some viewers might find the resolution for certain characters a bit rushed, and the antagonists could have benefited from deeper backstory. Nevertheless, these are minor flaws in an otherwise engaging and meaningful series.
In conclusion, My ID is Gangnam Beauty is more than just a campus romance. It’s a thoughtful exploration of appearance, identity, and acceptance, wrapped in a charming and heartfelt narrative. For anyone interested in K-dramas that mix sweetness with social relevance, this one is well worth watching.
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