This Drama has top-notch Witty Chemistry *No Spoilers*
At the heart of this drama, it is about characters that examine their feelings of inadequacy.At first, for me, the start of episode one was not very intriguing but before it was over and how it developed had me HOOKED.
The show checks all the marks of great storytelling, as it weaves through each episode; even most of the small details presented are there for a reason. The writers are not sloppy by just incorporating something random for humor’s sake. Yes, some of the elements in the story are cliche, but it is done in a most tasteful way. The cliches are presented in a way that makes the viewer laugh at the cliched scenes rather than roll our eyes at them. It's not cringy.
That being said, this story isn't always predictable but the show forges its own way as it presents characters that don’t always make the decisions we expect them to make, which makes for an interesting watch. The characters in the show are naturally connected in an authentically comical way. If you like a somewhat over-dramatic taste of comedy, this may be for you.
The chemistry between the leads really comes out in their witty bickering. It is fun to watch and doesn't leave the viewer with a headache. (Just about every scene is meme material.) The casting is spot-on, as they deliver eccentric and quirky characters in a natural manner.
One thing I find myself not caring for is the music. Although a lot of the OSTs fit the work, I find that some of the soundtracks are not my personal preference. But for the casting, the script and production, I can overlook it.
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Good Enough
Japanese Drama " Renai Mangaka " is a well paced romance. The drama has a smooth structure, though most of the twists and turns were predictable.The romance doesn't start right from the beginning, as the two meet in an odd setting and their relationship starts on an even odder note. The short dating adventures of the female lead were all enjoyable and left room for the two main leads to get to know each other and bond on a deeper level, though the love confession was a bit rushed. The ending episode was also a letdown, as it was a bit too much. However, the family drama was enjoyable and the little boy adorable. The side characters were interesting too.
Finally, the performances were great by everyone in the cast.
So, overall, seven out of ten.
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レンアイ漫画家
This drama is about a guy who is called Karibe Seichiroo he is a very smart and genious manga artist, who is shy and not good with socialising or making new friends. One day, Seiichiro meets his late-brother's former girlfriend Kuon Aiko and he askes her to be his girlfriend but not in real life, only as a manga pseudo romance partner.This drama was fun to watch , although some parts were boring to watch. I like the characters especially Yoshioka Riko who has stared to many fun dramas. If you like a light fun comedy drama you will like this too ^^
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Story line is great
At first, I just want to test this one. But when I started, I can't stop. It was funny as well as interesting.Some plot are not satisfying but overall it was more than okay.
It let me experience a little about life of Mangaka, which I first got from Bakuman.
Lately I'm falling in love with Japan culture, that's why I'm watching J-Drama and movies and this one is one the list I like watching.
Main Actor, he's ok, acting is spot on. Main actress, funny (I like that) and acting is good, not that pretty but which was spot on with her role.
If you're finding funny, sweet love story, just go for this one. You won't regret I hope.
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Great story great acting
The story idea is quite absurd but in good way...it's unique, for manga readers like me, it's fun to know how the creators found their idea for their comics, it makes me feel thankful for all manga creators...the relationship between characters is great...Overall, it's a great dorama...
The male lead is not a flower boy type, I didn't like him in the beginning since I like ikemen, but his acting hooked me...
The female lead is nice, her acting is good, but not as good as the male..
The boy, male's lead, has a great acting...he is good in delivering his lonely character...but the girl is too tall for him...lol
The mangaka rival is hilarious, she is not as I thought...
The editor also gave great contribution, also I found that the stalker is funny...lol
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Looks can be deceiving
I watched a Jdrama after a long long time, and I couldn't be more glad that I watched this lovely, light hearted Rom-Com drama. Probably the best plots I have come across in a while, although cliched still, very well directed, enough to make it original. Also I loved the fact that two things have been specifically emphasised in this. drama. "Looks can be decieving", & "Never change who you are and your originality to impress the world". Among the few Jdramas that has an actual romantic plot and doesn't depict romance as only sex.Was this review helpful to you?
I Need To Read More Romance Manga!
This Jdrama gave me renewed hope in Japanese rom-coms. Usually Jdramas tend to be campy and over the top for me. Don’t get me wrong, this one has its moments too. However, the actors seem to be aware of this and it comes off as laugh-out-loud rather than cringe. I liked that the actor they chose for the main lead was not a stereotype “flower boy”. He was very masculine, gruff, and not your typical Japanese Romantic lead. He looked like he should be working on a fishing boat, not a Mangaka. According to his bio, he is acting against type in this drama, but it works well! His acting and chemistry with our FL is stellar. And our female lead?? Comic genius! Her facial expressions and tone may seem too obvious at first, but what a great foil to our ML! The kid is heartbreaking at times and yet lovable. He has great acting chops as well. Overall I am so happy to have read a review article of this drama and gave it a chance. I would say it rivaled any Kdrama I’ve seen recently, and that’s very high praise indeed.Was this review helpful to you?
I was introduced to this drama by a MDL editorial article. I am glad more J-Dramas are recommended, otherwise, I wouldn't know where to find good ones. I am usually pretty picky about J-Dramas because most of them are either an adaptation from a manga or anime, and the acting and storyline are too over-the-top for my taste; or the FL is one of those naive, innocent, shy girls who has never touched a boy in her life. These are not my cup of tea.
Plot: I find the plot summary pretty interesting about a pseudo-romance for a manga. However, after watching the first two episodes, it became quite clear that this pseudo-romance is quite unethical and hurtful. I am glad that after the first initial episodes, the story gets better and it moves a little farther away from this hurtful premise. The plot is quite predictable throughout the show in regards to the development of the main romance, past romance, to the challenges faced by ML as a manga artist. I do enjoy the last episode quite a bit and it's a little less-predictable than I thought.
Characters: I am glad to watch a FL that is straight-forward, independent and not act like a little naive little girl. I've watched so many dramas that a 29-year-old woman acts like she's 16. It didn't happen here. She is quite likable and her acting is not anime-like over-the-top. ML's introverted, anti-social character could be difficult for some to get used to in the beginning. But he has great character development. I especially like his awkward, adorkable smile and grins. Even though he looks hawt int he last episode, his smile seems a little "slimy". I like ML's dorky look more. The child actor also did a great job. He's so cute and I love his shy smile as well. The supporting cast did a decent job and there isn't anyone too annoying.
Romance: The romance of the lead characters is nicely developed though can be predictable. I enjoy their contrasting personality and their funny banter. FL brings out the best of ML through their little fights. I still think the kissing should be a little better, esp. when it's their third kiss and it's not a surprising one. It's 2021 and I hope to see less fish-kissing in J-dramas, K-drams and C-dramas. It took a while for it to happen, but that awkward initial start of a relationship is super cute. I wish to see more of that but those moments were hard to come by. Since J-dramas are quite short, I am glad the secondary romance didn't take up too much of the time.
This is a simple, cute and light-hearted drama. This is the palate cleanser that I need after watching the more intense "Legend of FuYao" (which I recommend wholeheartedly!).
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Fast-paced, well-crafted, and entertaining, with minor flaws.
Renai Mangaka manages to weave a heartwarming and engaging romantic tale despite being on familiar ground. The plot, had clichés and predictable twists, surprisingly blossoms into a fulfilling narrative, leaving viewers with a warm afterglow.The gradual unfolding of romance between the socially awkward yet talented manga artist, Karibe, and the lovable Aiko forms the essence of the story. The initial focus on Aiko's dating adventures injects a refreshing dose of humor, effectively balancing the tone between laughter and romance. What makes the drama particularly endearing is the incorporation of family dynamics, especially the presence of Karibe's adorable nephew, serving as a catalyst that brings the couple closer.
While Renai Mangaka isn't immune to its flaws, such as a conveniently resolved conflict and an ending that takes a somewhat exaggerated turn in Karibe's transformation, the stellar performances of Suzuki Ryohei and Yoshioka Riho keep the audience invested. Ryohei's portrayal of the moody mangaka is exceptional, and Riho's sweet and smooth performance as Aiko adds a delightful layer to the narrative.
The drama had commendable pacing, well-handled story arcs, and the palpable chemistry between the leads. Despite its reliance on familiar elements, Renai Mangaka emerges as a quirky and entertaining addition to the romantic drama genre, offering a heartfelt and enjoyable viewing experience.
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He's just a git
I really WANTED to like this Drama, but after 4/11 more than a third done, I had to drop it. I found the male lead character utterly unsympathetic. The synopsis described him as socially ill at ease, but he came across as just a plain garden variety git, so obsessed with the importance of his art that he actually viewed himself as being the centre of everyone else's universe, regardless of his lectures about equality. Throw in a "date and break up on my command" premise that was too ott for me even as a fan of offbeat J romocoms, and this one went in the bin, with no regrets.Was this review helpful to you?
..LOVE IS SOMETHING TO DRAW..
..mou. . .I am not expecting this drama only revolves on making manga....I have no choice but to finish this, and poof. . .yeah it's a love story after all..
..and how the male protagonist gets his idea to make story in his manga is a must-watch..
..but I still love the drama with a punch of comedy too..
..I also love the ost of the drama - song from BiSH (zenshin zenrei) and Sato Chiaki (kataware)..
..as an artist too, I do appreciate this kind of genre, knowing that they include real artist to drama the manga part, even the publication on the magazine that's why I watch this series with no hesitation..
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Una rom-com giapponese davvero divertente e ben fatta!
Questo jdrama si è rivelato davvero una sorpresa inaspettata. Aspettative nella norma, ho concluso il primo episodio restandone un po' spiazzata, principalmente per la comparsa del protagonista, davvero singolare: una sorta di orso - o di orco, come più volte lo definirà lei nel corso della serie - con la sua stazza imponente ma un'agilità degna di un Troll, unita ad una capacità comunicativa a dir poco aggressiva e disarticolata. Il loro primo incontro assomiglia più a uno scontro con un pazzoide schizofrenico.Dal secondo episodio, però, l'orco impazzito lascia il posto a un orco geniale nel lavoro (mangaka) ma tremendamente asociale e quasi incapace di relazionarsi con gli altri (dalla protagonista al giovane nipote). Leggermente migliore ma sempre ridotto all'osso il rapporto con l'editore, che tuttavia conosce da anni. Altre interazioni non ci sono, dato che vive recluso nella sua pur lussuosa casa, trascorrendo tutto il suo tempo a disegnare manga di successo sotto uno pseudonimo femminile.
Lui dice di non essere fatto per vivere il romanticismo, ma per disegnarlo. Assume quindi Aiko affinchè lo ispiri e le assegna una serie di "missioni", coinvolgendo una serie di candidati, che possano fornirgli spunti per le trame dei suoi lavori. Complice l'arrivo inatteso della sorella di lei, viene coinvolto in prima persona in una missione da pseudo-relazione.
Gli attori principali, entrambi molto validi, hanno saputo dare vita a dei personaggi insoliti: Aiko è un concentrato di innata simpatia, è davvero impossibile non adorarla; Karibe è ancora più singolare, così burbero e impacciato, quasi incapace di sostenere una normale e serena conversazione ma, sotto sotto, una persona buona, convinta di non essere interessante e di non poter essere apprezzata per quello che è, tanto da "fuggire" nel mondo immaginario e vivere attraverso ciò che esprimono le sue storie. Il cambiamento in lui è naturale e credibile, lentamente il suo modo di interagire non solo con Aiko ma anche con il piccolo Ren mostra piccoli spiragli di apertura.
Notevole sintonia tra i protagonisti, non parlerei di chimica di coppia perchè è un drama dove la vena romantica vuole essere romanticismo puro e senza nessun riferimento sessuale.
Mi è piaciuto molto il modo in cui sono stati gestiti i personaggi secondari: anche quelli inizialmente presentati come non propriamente positivi si riscoprono poi a sostegno del gruppo (dalla rigida sorella maggiore al candidato "stalker", passando per la mangaka rivale).
Le figure che forse mi hanno entusiasmata di meno solo il defunto fratello di Karibe e la sua ex moglie (ovvero i genitori del piccolo Ren).
Un altro aspetto che ho particolarmente apprezzato è che, sebbene avessero avuto conoscenze in comune in giovane età (il fratello di Karibe) il collegamento del passato tra i due protagonisti non scivola nel solito clichè, anche se paradossalmente così viene fatto credere inizialmente (il disegno della ragazza sembra raffigurare proprio Aiko). Sarebbe stata una mossa scontata e prevedibile, che si è trasformata invece in un tranello ben riuscito.
Qualche dubbio sull'ultimo episodio e in particolare sul salto temporale durante il quale Karibe sembra diventare addirittura un'altra persona. Un po' forzata, nonostante serva a spiegare come il cambiamento sia stato lo strumento per sottrarsi a poco a poco dalla vita immaginaria a favore di quella reale.
Concludendo, una serie portata avanti da due protagonisti perennemente alle prese con qualche momento buffo o di imbarazzo ma che, invece di risultare imbarazzante o ridicolo, promuove una sana ilarità e sincero divertimento, episodio dopo episodio, senza mai annoiare ma anzi con sempre maggiore curiosità rispetto alla puntata successiva.
Sarà che sono reduce da una serie di drama non particolarmente soddisfacenti, sarà che non ero particolarmente carica di aspettative iniziali... Resta il fatto che questa serie porta in scena, a modo suo, qualcosa di finalmente nuovo e anche i clichè, dove presenti, risultano comunque gestiti in modo diverso dal solito. Promossa e consigilata... Con la sola raccomandazione di non giudicarla solo dal primo episodio!
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