Serendipity's Embrace

LOVED ITTT

i was gonna give it a 9.0 but that last episode was soooo cute and soo perfect i loved it sm i had to give it a 9.5 overall. i loved the ending actually, it was nice to see the FL doing her part too to keep the relationship and not just the ML always doing the most in relationships, for me it just showed that truly they both loved each other and it really was fate and not just coincidence, especially that last scene omg i kinda was speechless cuz how it all happened was just pure fate😭 also their chemistry was soo good, i was giggling in every scene😖 mr.son and hye ji were so so cute too but i wish they has more scenes😣 their scenes is this ep were so so cute omg i think i love them as much as i love the main couple lol, anyway totally recommend if you’re a sucker for fated romance🫶🏼🫶🏼👍🏼👍🏼

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Not a coincidence

Summary: This short but loveably sweet mini series captures the heart with unshakable devotion between the two main characters. I like that the storyline was straightforward (with easily solved misunderstandings), tying the past to the present in a way that builds retention for the audience. Love the soundtrack as well. And surprisingly, no blatant ads? Amazing. An easy re-watch, if you want some simple entertainment.

Something that irked me though is that the Viki synopsis is totally off; it was not a heartbroken crush for the female lead as was described. In fact, it was the other way around.

Details: Let’s just be clear. The real reason Lee Hong Ju was “deeply skeptical when it comes to everything love-related” wasn’t because Kang Hu Yeong, it was because of someone else. I wished that was captured in the synopsis because it changes the color and expectations of the story. That aside, I found this drama an enjoyable mini series, which I’m starting to think all Asian dramas should be (like eight episodes or less, lol).

There were funny bits like Lee Hong Ju’s heroic stance on fighting for global warming vs. her own love llfe; and when she forced Kang Hu Yeong to do ancient Korean dynasty cosplay dress-up, with her as the king and him as the servant. Lol. Also, the plot development reminds me of that classic Hallmark formula in which their fates are tied together wherever they go - nothing is a coincidence. XD

I got a bit antsy at the last episode because they literally left less than 10 minutes to resolve a plot twist. But they did it, and they even had time to fill in more of the backstory as well. Impressive. I’m happy with this show. :)

Side Notes:
- Episode 1: I was annoyed by the unrealistic dialogue between Kang Hu Yeong and his friend who was harassing him about “dumping” a blind date. It was one date and it’s HIS life to make those kind of decisions.
- Episode 1: I found it strange and cringy when all the other supporting characters spoke better English than the main character, who supposedly lived in the U.S. for several years. It irks me when filmmakers create a storyline but don’t use people with matching skills for the scenarios. Why even write that type of scenario then? They could have faked it much better with him having gone off to some other country (like Singapore or something).
- Backstory throughout: The way that Lee Hong Ju came at Kang Hu Yeong in high school was straight up harassment and bullying. I get that she was simply protecting her friend but he totally had the right to ignore the situation rather than give an answer, if that’s what he preferred. He shouldn’t have to be humiliated while doing P.E. or attending class or trying to do research in the library or…
- End of Episode 8: Realistically, if someone broke their foot, wouldn’t they be on the ground in excruciating pain instead of being able to walk away? I’m surprised Kang Hu Yeong didn’t even make a face, and that Lee Hong Ju didn’t try to help him but just stood there.

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STAYED TRUE TO ITS GENRE AS LIGHT ROMCOM THAT WILL MAKE YOU NOSTALGIC!

-Despite the clichés, SE still has their own flavor on how they will make those scenes entertaining and refreshing to watch. I enjoyed every second of it because it's well-executed.

- The chemistry, dynamic, and acting synergy of the leads (Sohyun x Jonghyeop) is so amazing and so is how this drama really knows how to build up the tension and highlight their moments when they're together or even not physically together. Both in silly situations and heart pounding romantic encounters!

- Loved how they also showcased both POVs of the FL & ML (the high school flashback scenes which also perfectly blends well right into the storyline).

-The pacing or flow is not instantaneous nor slow, imposed, and fast. It's on right track. No room for filler scenes.

- I really dig in the use of metaphors in the dialogues and the over-all screenplay so much. So many quotable quotes to keep.

- OSTs are so tuneful, catchy, and really sets a romantic mood. It's the kind of drama soundtrack that you already love at first listen. Some of them even made me reminiscent of the classic K-drama OSTs that I miss.

- Unlike before which are abundant, the chances of me now finding heartwarming musical scoring in romantic comedy genre K-dramas is thin on the ground so I'm glad how the sound design department also put an effort to it.

- It truly warms my heart for how this light romcom drama still managed to make me feel genuine things like being inspired in so many aspects of life may it be love, family, friendship, and dreams. And the fact that both Hongju and Hooyoung also share the same dream as an animation director! *squeels*

- Wish there were longer episodes tho maybe extend up to 12 episodes just to see a glimpse of Hongju and Hooyoung's travel escapade in San Francisco and their happy marriage life!

PS. We need SPs (Special episodes) for this one!

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Scrolling down the X/Twitter platform....have you ever seen such a composition of words for the first time, yet it made such magnificent sense? It's as if it perfectly encapsulated the very description of 'soulmates' between Hongju and Hooyoung that you've been waiting your whole life to digest???

"Maybe a soulmate is simply the person you stumble upon by accident but cling to on purpose. Fate can't be measured up to will, to love, the bond between two people who have tied their strings together with a forever kind of knot."

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Sweetness

While the initial conversation between FL and ML showed her fear of opening up to another relationship, it also showed both of them to being vulnerable and wanting more than just friendship.

There’s the whole denial of my feelings because my bff likes you, a couple of episodes later that momentary angst disappears, and the romance begins.

It was refreshing to see the ML stand up to parental disapproval and the FL to not bow down to possible MIL’s attempt to force a breakup.

The ML/FL were so sweet together and showed a lot of chemistry throughout. Even though the 2nd FL was initially annoying to me, she mellowed out when she dropped her high school obsession and found someone whom she really loved.

This was a truly enjoyable drama and it’s definitely worth another watch.

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