True to Love

Heartbreak, Honesty, and the Art of Falling Apart Gracefully

Some dramas try to dazzle you with fantasy. Others aim for realism but soften the edges. True to Love — or Bo-ra! Deborah, if you prefer the glitter — does something trickier: it invites you into a story wrapped in rom-com sparkle, only to slowly, gently pull the rug out and ask you to sit with the bruises.

What starts as a breezy comedy about a confident love guru navigating modern dating slowly unfolds into something much more grounded. Yoo In-na, always charming, brings real weight to Yeon Bo-ra. She’s poised and clever in public — selling self-assurance like it’s an accessory line — but when her carefully curated life shatters, she doesn’t unravel into melodrama. She breaks the way people actually do: with denial, awkward rebounds, ugly tears in nice clothes. It’s disarming, and it’s honest.

Her opposite, Yoon Hyun-min’s Lee Soo-hyuk, is all stillness and subtle tension. A man who reads people for a living but can’t quite bring himself to say what he feels — a classic, yes, but delivered with restraint that makes it feel lived-in. Their romance simmers instead of sizzles. It’s not built on meet-cute theatrics or “oppa” declarations. It’s built on glances, hesitations, and the kind of shared silence that says more than dialogue ever could. And that slow burn? It’s worth the wait.

Where the show really shines is in its treatment of heartbreak. This isn’t just about moving on from an ex. It’s about the ego wounds, the quiet questions we ask ourselves late at night — “Was I not enough?” “Did I imagine everything?” “Who am I if I’m not someone’s person?” True to Love doesn’t offer easy answers. It gives us therapy sessions that sting, well-meaning friends who don’t always say the right thing, and moments of brutal honesty that land with the precision of lived experience.

That said, the show isn’t flawless. Some tonal swerves — especially early on — can feel like whiplash. One moment you’re in a witty takedown of dating culture, and the next you’re knee-deep in emotional trauma, with barely a segue. A few of the subplots (looking at you, secondary romances) feel like they were sketched in the margins — not distracting, but not exactly enriching either. It's clear the main course is Bo-ra’s emotional evolution, and everything else is more garnish than substance.

But honestly? I didn’t mind the imperfections. Because what this drama gets right, it gets so right. The way vulnerability creeps in when you least expect it. The way love doesn’t always feel like fireworks, but sometimes like someone remembering how you take your coffee. The way healing isn’t a straight line, but a loop — one you might walk a few times before finding the exit.

True to Love doesn’t reinvent the genre, but it refines it. It strips away the pretense and delivers something warm, grown-up, and quietly bold. A story about falling in love, yes — but more importantly, about falling back into yourself.

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An emotional rollercoaster at first

For the first 6 episodes, I was crying because of how deeply I felt Bora's break-up. I was not expecting this. I thought it was a fun and light-hearted show. It does have plenty of those moments but it is also pretty realistic and I enjoyed that.

The female and male lead of this show are far from perfect. They mess up quite a bit but the good thing is that each of them are learning through their experiences and learning to grow instead of repeating mistakes. The main thing you see with them is that even when they don't necessarily like each other, they are considerate of each other. When they see the other in their lowest moments, they offer support without being asked. These are the things that win hearts and it certainly won mine. Though I did feel frustrated with the way each of them dealt with their exes at first. In fact, I was especially annoyed when Bo Ra allowed her ex to try to be friends with her. I would have blocked him and not given him an opportunity to ever contact me again. But that's just me. With So Hyuk, I could relate actually. Not being able to fully express himself. Although, I didn't fully understand his reason for it.

Let's move on to the side couples. HEAVY SPOILERS.

1. The best friend and her husband. Honestly, there were so many moments where I thought she's going to divorce her husband. They had no communication or understanding of what the other wanted. And I can imagine that after a while (beyond the ending of the show), everything will go back to the way it was.

2. The sister, Bo Mi and the soldier dude. Yes, they were cute but the sudden pregnancy just spells disaster to me. Neither of them were financially ready for a relationship, let alone a baby. Both are naive and clueless. A shotgun wedding might seem great for a drama conclusion but few years down the line, when bills pile up, they might start resenting each other. The only positive point is that the guy did not shy away from taking responsibility. They still should have figured their life out rather than acting like teenagers which I am guessing they are not. In fact, there's next to nothing we know about them. The show just seemed to suggest that Bo Ra will move in with So Hyk and Bo Mi and her fiance/husband will live in the house Bo Ra paid for. Convenient.

3. The CEO and the young office worker. I really expected him to reconcile with his ex-wife considering they ended things on a misunderstanding. They kept running into each other and it would have been nice if they could at least try on a new note even if it didn't work out. The office worker was too child-like. Not sure why they wrote such a character. The CEO also seemed a bit off to me at times. Like indulging in back-biting, giving horrible advice, not supporting the office worker in front of everyone, forcefully removing the partitions when clearly most of the workers aren't comfortable without it. He's not a bad guy but he still gave me weird vibes at times.

There are a few moments that I felt were not needed.
- Comparing the situation during the holocaust with self-care was far too extreme.
- Promoting books by Trump considering most of his businesses were failures.
- Quoting Elon Musk when most of his success is on the back of what others already built.
Not blaming the actors but rather the writers for adding these points. It made me think there is a disconnect between how Korean society thinks and the west. Or maybe it's simply a language barrier. Or maybe anyone can have an issue with a famous personality. I just have my reasons for finding these mentions unnecessary.

In any case, I still enjoyed the show because the lead couple made watching worthwhile.

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What you should know about relationships

At first I thought this is just another typical rom-com based on the poster and the synopsis. But one episode in, I got hooked. Why? Because there are so many relatable relationship issues to the extent that I wish I had learnt about these mistakes and advice when I was younger. So, if you are curious about relationships and common mistakes we tend to make when dating, this drama is the dating for dummies guide.

Moreover, there are many original comedic situations and the acting was spot-on. The chemistry between the leads is oozing and their kissing scenes were done properly. What’s more can we ask?

On the other hand, this show still has rooms for improvements. While the characters and relationship development between the leads are quite well-written, the conclusions for the side couples lack depth. It’s such a pity because several side stories started realistic yet their endings were rose-tinted.

That being said, this is a rom-com at its finest. Get ready to burst out laughing in one moment, then feel butterflies in your stomach in the next. And on top of this, you can take away one or more valuable relationship lessons.

Have I mentioned the beautiful OST yet?

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Lesson of the Day, be a man and tell her you love her sheeesh!

This Drama was so good but so frustrating at the same time. Let me elaborate. I’ll start with what was so frustrating and what I disliked first. I don’t know if I’m just a cold hearted person but I feel like the length of time that she(Bo Ra) spent crying and embarrassing herself over her ex was way too lengthy. I mean it’s not like they ended because he broke up with her out of nowhere which would have made her spiral more understandable. No, he literally CHEATED on her with his “cousin” or whatever. If I was the FL I would have been more disgusted and mad than sad and pathetic. The scene of her on stage was the most cringe and embarrassing. Over a cheater? I could never. And the fact that she was a “love coach” but she couldn’t tell he was no longer In love with her and seeing someone else is bazaar but I guess it’s part of the lesson here. I did not feel the chemistry from any of the side couples besides Jin Ho and Bo Mi, they were so cute. I did not like how the ML (Soo Hyuk) took so long the develop character wise. So you’re gonna tell me his ex broke it off because he couldn’t express his emotions and needs as a man should and he was just like “oh well that’s just how I am I guess”. It took him till the end of the drama to actually say “I like you” like
wtf. I feel like they(the writers) could have portrayed it as though he was becoming more open about his feelings as the drama progressed, like expressing himself verbally little by little. I did not like that Bo Ra didn’t make it clear to her ex that she didn’t want him as soon as he tried to come back, I would have told him off when he showed up to the radio show, but she decided to get into his car AND befriend him after all that he’s done like why!!! That chapter is closed tell that bum
to get a life. It just caused unnecessary
misunderstandings. I would have like to see more intimacy between the MLs throughout the drama but that was restricted by the fact that both of them were behaving immaturely about their feelings. There was a lot of flirting and a kiss so I guess I’ll sit and be satisfied. Now for what I liked. I felt the chemistry between the main leads perfectly. Despite the fact that they were circled jerking. I still felt the love between them even though word were not said. They genuinely had a connection which is why it was so frustrating to see them pulling back. I loved that they helped eachother heal from their pasts. I liked that there was so much screen time with them and so much going on. I liked Bo mi and Jim Ho’s relationship, they seemed way more mature when it’s came to their relationship than the older couples. I loved the entire plot, love coach finding love is a plot I have yet to see as much. And I think the MLs were very attractive especially the Soo Hyuk and I’m not one to like older men in dramas usually( besides the ML in Goblin) but honestly he is sexy! And the FL is so gorgeous. She has such a Doe look to her. We needed some steamy scenes….but anyways I give this drama a 9.5/10 highly recommend.

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Surprisingly enjoyable

I was hesitant to try this because I am not a fan of the FL. But I am glad I gave this drama a try.

Basically a story of relationships, I found it to be very realistic in terms of what the average person goes through.
I loved the dialogue, the narratives and just the overall vibe of the drama. Very light and refreshing. Relatable....

Loved the ML. First saw him in Tunnel and he bears somewhat of a similarity with the ML in Alchemy of Souls. Anyway, would love to see him again in a rom com or romance drama in the future.

Wish the drama had 2 more episodes (till 16) showing Bora's new relationship though.

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After my third viewing…

This series is just wonderful. Each time I reach the end I immediately begin to miss the characters and have to jump back in.

The poster, to me, is misleading, suggesting something lightweight and fluffy. But that’s not what it is about.

Everything feels so real and raw. The drama is heartbreaking without descending into melodrama; the comedy is laugh out loud and the characters are so endearing I want to move to Korea and spend time with them.

In particular the friendship between Bo-ra and Yeo-jeong is gorgeous and so very real. I just wanna hang out with those two and be the butt of their jokes.

With one minor exception I won’t go into, the screenplay is flawless and delivers an unexpected feminist message. The decision to limit the series to only 14 episodes shows the team’s commitment to quality.

I can’t recommend True to Love too highly.

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Good Enough

Korean Drama " Bo Ra! Deborah " is a new aged romantic comedy.

The drama focuses on Deborah and how she experiences her whole world view crumbling down.

Being centered around its female lead, the drama needed strong performances to be able to pull it off, and, indeed, Yoo In Na does a great job monopolizing each and every scene.

The rest of the cast is enjoyable as well, with the side characters being especially entertaining.

However, when it came to the story, the drama started strong, yes, but did not maintain the momentum. The series started losing each charm episode after episode, with the love story being a slow burn, and the plot going in circles.

So, overall, six out of ten.

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A must watch Romcom of 2023

A must watch Romcom...❣
Very satisfying ending ever... it was best ending for all the couples in the drama..🥺 In the Era of Dark drama this drama was a very satisfying experience for me..it has the best plot, very good acting by all the cast members. Every episode made me smile, i laughed so much even some scenes made me Sad this is how dramas should be all in one🤩🤩🤩
Want more dramas like this...💙💙

Deborah's character was so cute... 😍 I am happy she found a person in front of him she doesn't have to act like she is okay... she feels comfortable him....🤩🤩

The character of male lead was on point
At first I thought the male lead is an idiot he should express himself in front of female lead But then i thought In reality a person really hesitates to express feelings...he/she always thinks about the other person opposite to him/her..like if i say this would it be okay or what would she'll/he'll think about me what if he/she gets a wrong idea and all... so this made me think his character was on point.
But if the opposite gender is expressing himself/herself there's no harm in expressing yourself..And at the ending writer did it...🥺🥺🤩🤩🤩

The Ex's character of both lead were reality of clingy people in Real life.😂😂

And other two couples were too cute to handle❣

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Mending a broken heart

It was a little slow in the beginning, the leads had too few scenes together and it was all about Bora and her ex. But then it got so much better after her break up. I understood then that it was a process Bora had to go through. The narrative has a good pace, it's not slow, and that's really good. I was a little afraid of all the relationship talk in this drama but I really liked it in the end. It wasn't shallow and full of corny and cringe phrases, instead I resonated with Bora's views and takes on love and relationships. I like the narration on some scenes, it makes all her suffering and eventual growth more meaningful. It was all very well produced and directed. The OSTs were really good, there wasn't a single bad one for me.

The leads are great together, they have chemistry and are fun together. Liked how they become friends and connect with each other before being together. I think they could've stayed together just a little bit sooner, but the fact that they just become a couple in the last episode didn't bother me as much as I thought it would. Her ex was an asshole, I hated him, but I knew he was gonna ask to come back with her. Liked how she stayed firm and never thought of a second chance with him. Also, I think it was a sign of growth how she was the one that confessed first to Suhyeok, he's really slow and she learned her lesson with her ex.

Some side stories were good. In many dramas I feel like the side plots are fillers and shenanigans that are used as a relief from the main story. But it wasn't like this in this drama, the side characters have their own stories and personal dramas going on (at least some of them), and I personally like that. It kinda feels like all characters are deep in a way or just as important.

Since the main theme of the drama is romantic relationships, they explored this not only with the leads but also with the side characters. So we have many couples, the married one, the younger couple, and the divorced.
However, the only side couple that mattered were BOMI/JINHO. They were cute together, loved and trusted each other. Thought they were gonna make her be cruel and distant to him until the last minute, but instead she warmed to him and ended up being a good girlfriend. Although it was too soon, I liked that they married and were gonna have a baby in the end.
YUJEONG/JINWOO were disappointing. I mean, he was not a good husband. She spent the whole drama trying to make him see her but he was just too busy playing videogames to notice her. I understand he needs some alone time but at what cost! They simply stopped having sex and he couldn't be bothered by that. In the end he changed, that was good, but I didn't see that change, it was too rushed.
SANGJIN/WOORI were weird. I couldn't understand where they were taking this couple cuz they don't make sense. That's it. Her voice was a little annoying, she speaks like a kid. And their interactions seemed more like uncle/niece to me. Tbh, why did he accept her feelings for him?! It came out of nowhere.

Overall, I think it was a great drama. The main couple is good and the thoughts on love and relationships are mature. There were some things that annoyed me but I had a great time watching it. Totally reccomend.

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Best comfort drama for a bad break-up

This drama is the ultimate safe space to see yourself at your worst possible mental state. I walked into the drama expecting a sappy rom com but it was so much more than that. It was raw, unfiltered and denoted all the emotions a person goes through during a bad break-up.
The story is well paced, properly written and you won't really get bored till the end. But it also has it's pros and cons. While the pros are the story and the main leads, rest of the actors are mediocre. While some stories were simply fillers, some unnecessary and some completely predictable. It's a good watch for a lonely night when you have nothing else to watch but not as good if you want something exciting and relatable.

Will i watch it again? No.
Will i recommend it to anyone? Probably if they are going through a really bad breakup

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There are countless things to say so I can't find a proper headline. Please enjoy the review.

When I first heard about the drama I thought it would be something classical and boring, but I started it anyway because of the cast, and I don't regret it. Indeed, when I watched the first episode, I really liked the energy the FL gave through her work. Despite the fact that she was a dating coach which I found really weird, it made me curious about how she will break up with her bf and how she will meet the ML, so I was intrigued by the storyline. But when she broke up with her bf and did all those embarrassing things, I would have dropped the drama then if it wasn't for Su-hyuk, the way he comforted her and helped her, their chemistry was near to perfect to the point that got me wondering if would ever find someone to whom I can show my true self. I even asked myself this question : "Can I ever be true to love?". The secondary couples were lovely too: I liked the way the married couple tolerate each other, it was .. Warm. As for Bomi and Jinho, thoe two were very cute and refreshing.
(I wanted to talk about this part separately, that's why I'm writing it in its own paragraph) The last episodes were about how the ending should be, and the way they interpreted love stories' endings was unique : "But our love story is neither a perfect happy ending, nor a sad ending, it's an open ending" (This should be my favourite line in this drama). That's what made the drama end perfectly. Which is rare in dramas to have an ending this satisfying.
I still have a lot to say but It's already long So I hope everyone who has ever watched this drama or wants to watch it will enjoy it, appreciate it, and see the story from all parts.

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A kaleidoskope of failed relationships

This drama is a kaleidoscope of failed relationships and call me a cynic but I'm not seeing a bright future for most of this drama's couples:
-Yu Jung and her lazy ass husband finally talked it out and have delved into role playing games to spice things up, but watch them get bored in a couple of years again. The husband will be the first because he is just lazy by nature and takes his wife for granted. And the wife needs constant affirmation of their love.

-FL's spoiled brat of a sister just didn't give me the vibe that she truly loves the guy, she just goes with the flow in life. A NEET and a minimal wage worker, they are a staple divorce statistics example, so often stories such as these happen. Since they don't even know each other well or what they want to do with their life I think in a couple of years she's gonna start blaming the guy for ruining her life and gonna end up a divorcee with two kids, continuing living off of her relatives. If I were FL I would have given her an earful and kicked her out of the "bird's nest" long ago to get a taste of real life. Or at the very least made her pay rent. I really dislike lazy loafers like these, have seen them in real life and they just never learn to live on their own due to continued coddling.

-U-Ri and CEO...just why and how the ef? I don't even think CEO really fell in love with U-Ri, no chemistry whatsoever. He just didn't want to end up alone in his age and used her puppy love to his benefit. Too bad his ex wife didn't want to get back together with him, would have been a better fit. I don't know what else to say besides it being cringe.

-That bitchy bride friend of FL's is gonna get divorced in a couple of years as well. Pressured an unready guy into marriage, yeah, that's gonna end well.

-The chicken sh*it of an ex his current gf - not gonna happen. At this rate the guy is going to end up forever alone, he really needs to dial himself down by a lot.

-ML's ex and her husband - not really seeing it either. She clearly didn't know what she wanted and gonna question and beat herself up until her husband will get sick of it.

-ML and FL...they will probably be ok? ML kinda half-assed his confession, but FL considerately gave him slack. ML really struggled to convey his feelings until the very last, but judging by his behaviour in the end he seemed to have overcome it, he became all lovey dovey with her. They were quite cute in the end. And FL is not going to ditch ML, because where else will she find a guy who likes her no matter all the embarassing stuff she constantly gets herself into. Personally, I think the lead couple was the most natural in development and healthiest of all of this drama's relationships. Their bonding through similar ordeal allowed them to really get to know and understand each other, which I can't say for many of the other couples of this drama.

Overall, a 7/10 from me. I really loved YIN's performance, she really carried the show and managed to pull off various aspects of her character, ranging from really embarassing ones to very mature ones, with effortless grace. I can imagine it must have been difficult though, because her character had to stay likeable while being very flawed.
And some of the show's dialogues were real gems, full of witty banter and meaningful one liners.
But still:
-1 point for cringey U-Ri and CEO couple.
-1 point for trainwreck of a shotgun couple.
-1 point for too much screen time and tears wasted on Mr. Trash.

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