Debunking Korean Beauty Standards
I like that this show is based on a webtoon that tries to make the female lead more relatable to watchers. We always get gorgeous female leads and unattainable beauty standards that come with it. It's an 8 because I wished they have centered more in a journey of self love instead of a love triangle.Speaking of love triangles I wished they had given more development to one of the characters in this sense, and also why no one ever talks about weight issues or eating disorders that the Korean population has? It would have been an interesting arc.
It's a good binge watch.
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LOVE TRUE BEAUTY SM! The drama is insane and I love the vibe :) All the side couples are so fun to watch :) Would be a perfect 10 star IF the time skip did not exist! I feel the last 2 episodes [esp. episode 15] was useless and just fanservice. It dragged the love triangle out too long. Why couldn't they just end the show when the main couple got together finally in episode 14 [AND ofc wrapped up the other side couple storylines]? That is my only qualm, otherwise I absolutely ADORED this show :)<3The acting was incredible, I found myself sobbing alongside the characters. I love the OST as well :)
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IS THAT TRUE YES OKAY DOKEY OHH
This was my first ever kdrama and it is one of my fvrts and I am team hanseo jun😭😭😭 but no offense it's fineee we got haply ending of him in family by choice drama go watch that too right now!!I changed the topic sorrryy so as I was saying that this was my first ever kdrama and it broke my heart but it was reallyy amazing it is one of fvrts!!❤️🫶🏻
*SPOILERS AHEAD*
There is this girl who is type of ugly and really want to impress his crush plus she is also bullied. One day she went to confess to her crush and she also made some handmade gifts for her but he throw all the gifts and also rejected her. She was bullied again and some people made her video getting bullied and posted it on internet. One day she was sitting in library and she met her childhood friend who was rude to her in their first meetings but then he started to remember her and started to fall for her.
Now it was about first lead now we will talk about second lead so between the female lead and second lead there was enemies to lovers( but she didn't become his lover) but their chemistry was too good. That's why they were my fvrttt!!! And the efforts the second lead did for her like literall😭😭😭😭 and the pain he was holding in himself because of not being choosen😭😭😭😭 but both leads did so much efforts for her but the first lead loved her in childhood also and he was gone through a lot in his childhood and in his teenage years his family condition was not good at all atleast the second lead had a family who was supportive and the best thing about second lead is that he let her go not to steal her from someone and the important thing that the first lead and second lead was very good friends back then but they fighted with each other because they used to have a trio and the third person died and the second lead blames him for that. But he choose his friendship over his love. He let her go for his best friend. So that is love and that is friendship.
Now let's rate it.
1. Story: The storyline was reallyy good like it's shows one-Sided love and different types of friendship. This drama is not just an drama this drama is an emotion and every kdrama fan have watched this drama for sure and if you haven't go watch it. I know it will break your heart like it broke mine A LOTTTTTT but it's finee to recover yourself from hanseo jun trauma go watch family by choice.
2. Acting: The acting of every actor mainly the three actors the main characters their nailed it frr like how they showed and layed down every emotion like wowww I am impressed guyssss!!!!!!
3. Music: I really don't notice the OSTs but overall I noticed it was reallyy reallyy good.
4. Rematch value: Ik I am team second lead and it gave me trauma but there are also some funny and chaotic moments of them that I would love to watch again. No doubt but the main leads were also looking good together(yeahh.. maybe) I am being honest see I am not favouring any team right now( ofc I am.....).
So that's it go watch it right now I know it will give u some trauma but you won't regret watching it go watch it and also watch Family by choice.
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A solid good kdrama
This K-drama stands out as neither overrated nor overhyped; it's simply good. It strikes a perfect balance between being engaging and enjoyable, making it a worthwhile watch.First, let's talk about the story. While it may not be the most innovative or groundbreaking, it offers a familiar yet charming plot that many fans of the genre will appreciate. The storyline is fairly predictable, with common tropes and expected twists, but this doesn't detract from its appeal. In fact, it possesses the magical recipe of being lightweight and entertaining, which makes it easy to watch without requiring too much emotional investment. It's the kind of drama that you can relax with, enjoying the characters' journeys and the unfolding narrative.
The cast is another highlight of this drama. The actors chosen for the roles fit their characters perfectly, especially the three main leads. Their performances bring the story to life in a way that feels natural and believable. Interestingly, I usually don't enjoy the acting of the main actress, but in this particular role, she managed to impress me. She brought a depth and charm to her character that I found surprisingly enjoyable. Her chemistry with the other leads adds to the overall effectiveness of the drama.
When it comes to rewatch value, this drama excels. I won't go into too much detail here, but suffice it to say, you will definitely feel the urge to watch it again. Personally, I've lost count of how many times I've rewatched it, and it continues to be just as enjoyable each time.
In summary, this K-drama is a great example of a classic, fun-to-watch series. It doesn't aim to be revolutionary but rather focuses on delivering a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Whether you're a seasoned K-drama fan or new to the genre, this drama offers a delightful and entertaining escape.
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The Ultimate High School Rom-Com
The Premise: Behind the MakeupTrue Beauty follows Lim Ju-kyung, a high school girl who was bullied for her appearance and decides to master the art of makeup to transform herself into a "goddess." After moving to a new school, she finds herself caught in the middle of a rivalry between two former best friends: the cold yet handsome Lee Su-ho and the charismatic "bad boy" Han Seo-jun. The story is a fun, heartwarming look at self-confidence and the complications of first love.
The Classic Rom-Com Vibe
If you are looking for a "pure rom-com," this is exactly it. It has all the elements that make the genre addictive:
The Humor: From Ju-kyung’s clumsy makeup mishaps to the hilarious bickering between the male leads, the comedy is consistent and lighthearted.
The Aesthetics: The show is visually bright and polished, capturing the vibrant energy of high school life.
The Message: Beneath the makeup and the fluff, there is a sweet message about learning to love your "true" self and finding people who accept you without the mask.
The Heartbreak: Second Lead Syndrome
The standout element of this drama—and the most painful one—is the love triangle.
Han Seo-jun’s Devotion: While Su-ho is a great lead, it is almost impossible not to feel bad for the second lead, Han Seo-jun. He played the role of the protective, "unrequited lover" so perfectly that it hurt to watch.
The "No Chance" Reality: Even though he was always there for her, the drama makes it clear he never really had a chance, which makes his silent sacrifices and eventual heartbreak even more emotional for the viewers.
My Personal Take
True Beauty is an amazing drama because it knows exactly what it wants to be. It doesn't try to be a dark thriller; it stays true to the "coming-of-age" romance. The chemistry between the entire cast—including the supportive family members and school friends—makes it feel like a complete world.
Final Verdict
A must-watch for anyone who loves high school dramas and doesn't mind a bit of "Second Lead Syndrome" heartbreak. It’s a feel-good journey that reminds us that beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder.
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guilty pleasure show ig hehe?
SPOILERS // I watched this drama with a friend and I will agree it is very enjoyable, there were a lot of funny scenes and the ost is actual gold. Terms of it being an amazing drama? No. The ending didn't satisfy me considering im very pro seojun eversince he showed up in the webtoon. Although, I wasn't expecting her to end up with seojun considering in the drama suho and jugyeong seemed like soulmates lmao. So like I get it...but I just wasn't satisfied. What I can say this is so much better than the webtoon although I love seojun. All the actors played the roles very well, and the main factor is the fact she actually gained confidence from not wearing makeup later in the drama. That never happened in the webtoon so I'm really glad. I think its cool that seojun is in more of a k-band then a kpop group beacause i genuienly dont see his character being a kpop idol! Other than that I think this drama had funny moments, good acting, likeable actors/characters, and one of the best ost for a kdrama. My favorite scene from the whole show was probably when jugyeong was held captive in the karoke room and the gang came and attacked the men..that was hilarious and I've never enjoyed a scene that much. Anywaysss stan minah and hwang in yeop<3Was this review helpful to you?
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Comfort Drama!!
My obsession of the moment!! The drama is great and very interesting, it is a pleasant and light drama that is very entertaining. The performances are great and leave nothing to be desired, highlighting the performance of Park Yoo-Na who did an excellent job as the antagonist, her entire arc is very interesting and carries the drama for a few episodes. Something to highlight are also the comical moments of the drama that make everything much more comfortable and cozy, the one who dominates the humor in the drama is the protagonist's sister and her romance. I don't even need to say anything about the main couple, I live for them, They have a lot of chemistry and they rocked it at all times, I would watch 20 more episodes just to see more of both of them. Truly a great drama that is worth checking out.Was this review helpful to you?
I love the series
I saw this series when I was taking the entrance exam. I remember it wellAlthough I don't like school series very much, but this series really touched my heart, it gave me a good vibe, I saw it again this week and it was sweet for me, I don't say it's very beautiful, but it's funny to me.
one of the school series that I liked a lot, sons were better than flower (which was compared to this series).
I love the series 😍🙂
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it’s a super popular kdrama for a reason…
This is one of the most main stream K dramas of this generation. Even though it might be considered basic, I remember being so excited for a new episode every week. All of me and my friends would talk about it together so I just have fond memories of it.I really enjoyed the storyline and how it speaks to beauty standards especially regarding women. Many people might call this K drama overrated however to me I feel like it deserves the hype. The way that this storyline had so many people torn over two guys is crazy. I don’t think I’ve ever seen such an intense love triangle.
The coloring used on every episode was interesting. The soundtrack was so fun to listen to and complemented the K drama so well.
I will be honest and say I wasn’t initially happy about who was casted as the female lead. However after watching a few episodes I was sold.
Ju Kyung and Suho definitely had more chemistry in the behind-the-scenes clips than they did in the show. I was definitely rooting for Seojun but I’m not mad about her ending with Suho either. I also loved the friendship between JuKyung and Soojin and to see it crumble over a boy broke my heart.
I remember crying over a scene where Jukyung Was getting yelled at for her mother when her mother found out she was wearing make up. Something about the way the mom was screaming at her and the way she was reacting hit a chord.
Overall this K drama made me feel really good and had me very excited.
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am i the only one who liked suho and seojun?
ok so I liked both seojun and suho but I know some people hated the drama because of suho being kinda "overprotecting" I guess?I did have the second lead syndrome and I still cry over jukyung not ending up with seojun but I liked both of them. honestly, I felt like I was the only one who liked both of them and not just seojun because some people were hating on suho. it was okay, not the best nor the worst. I loved everyone's acting, especially Im Semi's, Cha Eun Woo's, In yeop, and Yoo Na's. I am not saying the rest of the actor's performances were bad. It's just that I loved theirs more. This was my first k-drama and some people would be making fun of me for having this as my first k-drama but I don't really mind. It was one of the good school romance k-dramas I have watched.
Oh, and I loved the extraordinary you cameo scene. I actually rewatched that part because I totally had no idea that was a part of true beauty and it was hard to find which episode it was. I got bored in the middle but still, the ending was great.
I'd definitely recommend this drama to everyone but you might probably cry because of the second lead syndrome
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Aquele velho clichê
Aquele clichê onde beleza não é tudo, e devemos nos apaixonar pelo verdadeiro caráter da pessoa.Gostei do enredo, principalmente pelo foco de se retratar do bullying no meio escolar, uma temática que devemos sempre enfatizar e combater.
Nossa protagonista busca refúgio por meio da maquiagem, já que a mesma é considerada um patinho feio. E por conta disto consegue crescer como pessoa, no sentido que ao longo do drama vai ganhando mais confiança. Isso foi bem explorado e acabou me encantando.
E o que não me consquistou? Pelo simples fato de Shipar errado! Desculpa gente, mas o personagem do Cha Eun Woo não me encantou! Não sei se foi por conta da atuação do respectivo ator, desculpa mas nesse dorama ele não mudava a fisionomia; ele é lindo, fabuloso, mas precisa melhorar muito quanto ao seu lado artístico da atuação.
Eu a todo momento do dorama percebia que o par romântico que eu amaria que acontecesse não iria rolar, e isso me deixava frustada. Pois me apaixonei pelo Han Seo Jun (como eu carinhosamente intitulei de bad boy), e queria um deste pra mim. No final eu simplesmente me derramei de lágrimas no momento que ele ajudou a eles se reconciliarem. Ele só se preocupava com a felicidade dela, mesmo isso partindo o seu coração. E isso me destroçou. Por conta disso não tem como eu dar 10 para esse Dorama, kkk.
Contudo, achei bem desenvolvimento, com relação até mesmo aos personagens secundários, o romance da irmã dela e do professor era simplesmente hilário. E o romance do irmão dela merecia até um dorama, kkk.
Aquele velho clichê que vale a pena assistir numa tarde.
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