Misogynist fells in love with a strong feminist
Love To Hate You was a quite production which I really liked not only for it's comedy and beautiful fight scenes but also for the questionably different ways of treating of males and females. I am feminist who just like Yeo Mi Ran hates when someone says "you did it good for a girl" or "girls shouldn't do that" pfffff Watch me! The war of the genders is treated here with a lot of humor but also shows the ugly truth.For a series with only 12 episodes, the main characters were very well presented to the public. The secondary ones were not so well presented, but it was enough to like them. As for the acting itself and the cast, the actors were very well matched to the characters they played. Lawyer Mi Ran was not the most beautiful but she had a hidden beauty and fantastic character 👌, on the other hand Kang Ho was gorgeous but his character ... could be better 🙈😁 Together they create an explosive mixture and over time allow each other to solve relationship problems.
Although the acting and story contained in Love to Hate You is not up to Thirty-Nine, it deserves a good score of 6.5/10 👍 because it talks about a big problem faced by many societies in the world - inequality in thinking about a woman and a man. I'm not going to manifest anything here, don't worry about that 😅 I am a feminist but also a realist and I know women's limitations. Certain professions are made for men due to their physique, and a woman cannot overcome that. Sorry but no. However professions like lawyer, doctor or stay-at-home parent.... I don't see a difference if it's a man or a woman. Mi Ran's father's attitude is aggravating and I'd love to punch him in the nose myself.... 😒
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Refreshingly hilarious
I needed a break from typical cliche romcoms and LOVE TO HATE YOU was exactly what i needed. The story is fresh, upbeat and hilarious. Absolutely enjoyed every moment of it.The story was quite unusual from what I have watched before in kdramas. It was soo refreshing. The FL is my absolute favourite character after watching this drama. I didn’t like her at first but she totally won me over with her character. She is sassy, modern and jack of all trades. I love FLs who are badass boss ladies.
ML felt bit underwhelming at first but i grow founder of him around episode 4. He suddenly got cuter and I liked how his character turned out to be. The love and hate relationship between the main couple was soo fun to watch. Never a dull moment with them. In a way they just complemented each other soo well as a couple because they both had similar trust issues with the opposite gender.
Also,i am crushing hard on the ML’s friend. Loved his style and how cool he was. Woo joon is soo hot.
This is the kind of romcom you want to watch on days when you need to cheer yourself up and have a good laugh.
This years romcoms disappointed me quite a bit and I am glad to have stumbled on something fresh like this. The overall vibe of the drama is soo unusual in a good way. I am trying to be objective here with the review but don’t have anything negative to say about the drama cuz I really enjoyed a romcom after soo long.
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Love and Loathing: A Delightful Rollercoaster
"Love to Hate You" is a refreshing Korean drama that expertly balances comedy, romance, and drama, delivering an engaging and thoroughly entertaining viewing experience. From its witty dialogue to its charming characters, the series offers a captivating narrative that keeps audiences hooked from start to finish.The drama revolves around the tumultuous relationship between two protagonists who start off as adversaries but gradually find themselves entangled in a complicated yet endearing romance. Their journey from mutual disdain to unexpected affection is filled with hilarious misunderstandings, heartfelt moments, and genuine character growth.
Protagonist A : This character is feisty, independent, and initially resistant to any form of romance. Their strong-willed nature and sharp wit make for some of the drama's most memorable and comedic moments. As the series progresses, their vulnerabilities and deeper motivations are revealed, adding layers to their personality.
Protagonist B: A seemingly aloof and charismatic figure, they are the perfect foil to Protagonist A. Their journey from detachment to deep emotional involvement is portrayed with subtlety and charm. The chemistry between the two leads is palpable, making their evolving relationship a joy to watch.
The supporting cast adds richness to the story, with each character contributing to the overall narrative and bringing their unique quirks and perspectives. Their interactions with the main characters add depth and variety, enhancing the viewing experience.
Visual and Sound Design:
"Love to Hate You" boasts vibrant and visually appealing cinematography. The settings are well-chosen, capturing the essence of the characters' worlds and enhancing the overall aesthetic of the drama. The soundtrack is equally impressive, featuring catchy and emotive tunes that perfectly complement the series' mood and tone.
"Love to Hate You" is a delightful rollercoaster of emotions, blending humor, romance, and drama into a compelling package. Its strong performances, engaging storyline, and high production values make it a standout series in the realm of Korean dramas. Whether you're looking for laughs, heartfelt moments, or a satisfying romantic journey, "Love to Hate You" delivers on all fronts.
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Wickedly Hilarious
I completely passed on this title on Netflix because I thought oh, who's the ML and FL? But then I saw them as guests on a variety show Amazing Saturday and I was taken over by the ML. I am so glad that I get to watch the drama.Very hilarious and awesome chemistry between the leads. I watched this because of Kim Ji Hoon at first but I was taken by Yoo Teo's charm and his face and aura fit a Noir film for sure.
This drama was easy watch and I was laughing all the time. Very light and fun to watch drama. The romance isn't bad at all either! Very realistic!
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Fake dating with enemies to lovers trope
This is definitely not your typical sweet girl next door type of heroine because Yeo Mi Ran is a woman with strong will of justice, a feminist and a smart lawyer. While the male lead, Nam Kang Ho has a painful past that caused him to dislike women. Their first meeting and relationship was started with bad impression towards each other thus it leads to several incidents that forced them to form a contract and start to fake dating.I found that they are naturally falling in love during their time spent together, and how they slowly open up and remove all the bad judgements about men/women in general. Honestly, I did not think their sorts of interaction is cringe nor awkward because they are adults, in 30s I believe. So, it is common for adult people act that way, and maybe we are too common with teenager sweet and innocent love that we find Mi Ran and Kang Ho's idea of being in love was so awkward to watch. Since it is a rom com with 10 episodes, I think it is well written and fast paced. Yeah, and I also enjoy the second couple's interaction as they are not stealing the main leads story and their story was cute and adorable.
Applause to the writer because they include the issue on misogynism, feminism, patriarchy, narcissism and write in a witty and fun way.
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This drama understood the assignment and then flirted with it.
Love to Hate You is sharp, confident, and delightfully self-aware. It flips tired rom-com tropes on their heads, shakes them until they behave, and turns the result into something fresh, funny, and unexpectedly heartfelt. The banter crackles, the pacing never drags, and every episode feels like it knows exactly where it’s going.Yeo Mi-ran is a force of nature. She’s unapologetic, competent, and emotionally grounded in a way that feels rare and refreshing. Paired with Nam Kang-ho, whose polished exterior slowly unravels into vulnerability, their dynamic becomes less about enemies-to-lovers theatrics and more about mutual growth, respect, and emotional honesty. Their chemistry doesn’t scream, it smolders, built on trust and equality rather than dominance or misunderstanding.
What makes this drama shine is its commentary. It calls out misogyny, celebrity culture, and gender expectations without turning preachy. The humor lands because it’s smart, not lazy, and the romance works because both leads are allowed to be flawed, self-aware adults.
Short, bold, and immensely satisfying, Love to Hate You proves that romance doesn’t need needless angst to be compelling. It just needs characters who know themselves and aren’t afraid to challenge each other.
💥 10/10 for wit, warmth, and a love story that feels modern, earned, and ridiculously fun.
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Easily the best romcom of 2023
I got to the point where all romcoms started to look similar in one way or another. I wanted a breakthrough romcom and LOVE TO HATE YOU was it . I didn’t realise it would be this good as it’s not that hyped. It has top notch comedy and steamy romance that I’ve been missing in kdramas. The tension between the main leads is fire. I was honestly so tired of the childish romcoms and this drama was refreshing as we see adults romance. It was fresh and updated.The way the main lead couple were opposites yet soo similar to each other. She is a feminist who doesn’t trust men and he doesn’t trust women. Somehow they are comfortable around each other and fall for each other. But the way they fall is soo hilarious.
Kang ho did seemed like a jerk in the beginning but my god he grows on you and damn. He is hot at times and then cute other times. I totally fell for him.
Mi ran girl you rock !! We need more FL characters like her in kdramas.. She is not your typical , conservative, and timid female lead. She is a free spirited, fierce boss lady. Absolutely loved her vibe.
Kang ho and miran together were fireeee. They were quite a perfect pair who could deal one another because they are both competitive and like to win. Loved the tension between them.
Now my most favourite Mr. Do won joon. Man he is hot with his calm and collective personality. Loved the bromance between kang ho and won Jon 😜
One of the best Romcom kdrama that i have watched in a while. Had me laughing and blushing like crazy.
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REFRESHING DRAMA!!
I've got not much to say....but the drama is so refreshing
I've never laughed in a long time
you just have to watch it and enjoy yourself
don't watch it with the purpose of finding faults or using logistics to watch the drama
the Chemistry is really amazing for me....
I enjoyed it so much that I'm giving a review which I normally don't do
The bromance is amazing as well as the sismance
They should have developed more on the second couple or not do it at all
it also shows the perks of being a celebrity you know and helps us see what real celebrity out there face in their personal life
The cometis top notch
The enlightenment on feminism was also amazing
in Total the drama is great
and I'd rewatch it anytime
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Chaotic and hilarious . Loved every bit of it
Enemies to lovers is my favourite romance trope. Something about characters who don’t like each other and fall in love makes me soo excited. And this drama has the chaos, conflict and push & pull that i love to watch in a romcom. If a romcom is all lovey dovey and there is no chaos and tension then it’s boring for me. Although last episodes weren’t as chaotic as the beginning ones but fair enough as there needs to be romance too.The female lead is cold hearted yet flirty and playful at the same time. Mostly kdramas show cold hearted characters who easily melt and i feel
like this is not the true depiction of a cold hearted personality but Mi-ran perfectly depicts cold hearted character with trust issues. She is effortlessly chill like that. It was soo fun watching her beat the male lead and reject guys.
Kang ho doesn’t trust women and is not a typical gentleman. I fell for him without even realising. He starts off as mean and narcissistic but is actually a sweetheart and charming. His expressions are soo funny for some reason. And I keep repeating the moment in my head when he termed their kiss as fan service. It was hilarious. I loved all the encounters between Mi ran and Kang ho, from she tripping him to their first kiss. I died laughing and giggling. Absolutely enjoyed each and every moment of this drama. And finally some steamy romance scenes that we don’t usually get to see in kdramas.
And how can I forget to mention hottie Mr.Do won joon. I want to keep him to myself if i could. I didn’t even know i like long hair on guys until I saw him. He’s soooooo dreamy. Him ending up with miran’s friend was bit unexpected and I would’ve liked it better if he had stayed a playboy.
Shout out to gilmu’s law firm guys as I thought they will be mean to Mi ran as she is the first female lawyer in their firm but they all were welcoming to her and also shout out to her ex who cleared her image in the end.
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Such an UNDERRATED GEM?
I went into the drama not knowing anything about the plot but I did hear from someone that this drama is severely under-appreciated, and OH MY GAWD, this was SOOO GOOD😭. So good that I miss it already.First and foremost, the acting, it was amazing. I already knew the ML was a good actor from “Past Lives”, but the FL too, I loved her. And also their chemistry AAAAAHHHHH, I’m getting butterflies 😭✨. I love a good strong FL who knows herself and doesn’t fall for the whims of the ML. Also love an emotionally intelligent ML who isn’t stuck up because of his ego and knows how to respect the woman he likes.. Both main couple and the second couple was cute.
It had the perfect amount of comedy, seriousness, romance, a touch of cringe and everything that makes a kdrama a kdrama.
I hope more people watch it and give this one the love it deserves.
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Nothing stood out ---- yet a great feel good drama
The FL was refreshing, chirpy, happy, fun, and off course kick-ass!Finally finally finally got to see a funny and romantic story.
I only watch romance and mainly romantic comedies - so I guess my reviews are very stringent and based only for this genre.
A romantic comedy generally floats us away into a world of clichéd tropes, silly situations, comic laughter and happy endings. That's all we ask of this genre.
However when the clichéd tropes make your heart flutter, the silly situations make you blush and the comedy makes you grin from ear to ear, then it gets an award.
But beyond that if you add sizzling chemistry, swoon worthy kisses and a talented group of supporting actors - phew- it deserves a standing ovation!!
Thank you for making this a little bit different!
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We all love a badass FM! <3
This is for the enemies to lovers tropes!It completely exceeded my expectations. It gave me Business Proposal vibes in the best way. It’s bold, fast-paced, and unapologetically fun with just the right amount of sass, chemistry, and emotional payoff. The female lead is a total badass (finally!), the banter is top-tier, and the story never drags. I’ve rewatched it twice and loved it even more the second time. If you’re tired of the same old rom-com formula, this one flips the script and delivers.
I wanted it to have more episodes.
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