Head over Heels

This is how you do promising rom-coms but fumble the end

This could have been one of my top dramas this year to date but those last two episodes really fumbled the bag. Head over Heels had it all; interesting plot, great execution of the fictional ghost world, great characters, crazy chemistry and good pacing but then in the last two episodes they completely threw over board what they established in the 8 episodes before?? Why?
I didn't understand any of the plot in epsiode 11 and 12 and the way they ended the story with both seongha and gyeonu staying alive didn't make any sense to me. Especially irritating to me was that while Bongsu was in either Gyeonu or Seonghas body in the 2 years after graduation, nobody really seemed to be actively doing something about it because "there was nothing to do". Instead we got a fashion show, a school reunion, a few scenes of Jiho, Gyeonu and Bongsu (in Seonghas body) just hanging out as if Seonghas body just didn't return out of nowhere and gyeonu/ Jiho just along with it knowing Seongha is in danger? And then in the last episode they suddenly do have a way out by sacrificing themselves and Seongha only needing to pray a bit for her powers to come back and find bongsus real name and safe everybody....as if they never bothered to try any of this for two full years and just sat around being sad saying, "theres nothing we can do". Those were some very weak plot progression choices that ended up underwhelming me in the final episode. So 8 stars instead of 10 because they just had to be that extra in the final run :((((

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Great show like old dramas

I watched this with my niece, and we both enjoyed it very much, she likes it a little more than I, but we both had fun.

Story is great and enjoyable, cast was spectacular, all characters were great even evil ones, the two leads and Bong su are the best of the best, the 3 characters were amazing and tbh all the class characters were so much fun.

It's humorous, fun and great with a touch of fantasy.

Then why am I only giving this 6.5??
Because it also lacking big deal, the show starts off nice and fun, got boring just after 3 episodes only to pick up the pace for a couple of episodes from mid ep7 to 9... The story has too many plotholes, unnecessarily.
Everything can be solved with a talisman... Bad ghost? Talisman... Evil spirit? Talisman.. Switching fates? Talisman... Hair fall?? Also talisman ... Even at the very last end ... Everything got solved like that *snaps fingers* as if there is no whole 12 episodes of struggles.

So after finishing it and looking back you'd feel like, nah that was too easy I wonder what's all the fuss was about... Also the evil shaman role is kinda stupid, I mean I loved the character and hats off to the actress, but seriously, everything could have been easily solved if they just drugged her or kept her under their watch for a few days or so ~
But noo hohohoo.... They have to let her fxxk everything up then solve it later.

The evil spirit that everyone fears and was wrecking a havoc, is actually the nicest and cutest ever, I loved him even more than the ML, which is kinda stupid too, because if this is what I'm supposed to fear, then you are doing it wrong.

So this was the reason I gave it such rate, but still it was very enjoyable if you just ignore the story and enjoyed the show for the acting and fun characters~~

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My favourite kdrama this year

This drama really left such a deep mark on me, it’s absolutely beautiful! From episode 1, even the opening scene had me hooked, and I loved how they delivered every part of the story. Each character was so detailed, and even the minor ones managed to leave an impression with their amazing acting.
I especially loved how SeongA adored GyeonU, how they kept protecting each other. The storyline from episodes 1 to 10 flowed so smoothly, but episodes 11 and 12 felt a little… rushed. I heard rumors that it was originally supposed to be 16 episodes, but they cut it down to 12, which explains why the last two episodes felt fast-paced and not as detailed as they could’ve been.
Honestly, they should have kept it at 16 episodes!
Still, the performances from every single actor and actress were incredible, they poured their hearts into their roles, and I could truly feel it.
I really love this genre it’s so my thing. Rom‑com fantasy has always been my comfort zone, and this drama gave me exactly what I adore: the sweet, the funny, and just enough magic to make it all feel like a dream.
Overall… I loved it so much. It’s easily one of my favorite dramas of the year. I’m heartbroken that it ended so soonm this was my heaviest goodbye..

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Another Fav

Overall I loved the drama and thought the story was fresh and honestly I loved Bong-So and how he wasn't evil but instead was just playful and wanted to have fun 🥺.

I felt like up to 10 and then ep 12 lined up beautiful the only drop was in ep 11. The story losses a bit of context you were expected to figure out (I did by the end) but I still felt there were gaps that needed more information and it just felt a bit more separated to the rest of the drama. I don't know if its because they just needed an extra ep (apparently there was a 16 ep version and Now I want to know how that would have played out) to tie the lose ends or just ep 11 needing a bit more context to help pull the story rather than leaving me confused (hence the 8.5 rating if not it would have been higher)

I will definitely rewatch this again it just had good vibes and a story line that played out differently then I expected!

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? Hot Cast, Second Lead Feels, and a Dash of Do Bong Soon Vibes!

Okay, first things first — the cast? Gorgeous. Every single frame feels like a visual treat. But let’s talk about the second lead syndrome because WOW, I was genuinely rooting for the best friend! I kept whispering, "Girl, are you sure? He's right there!"

The plot? A little unbelievable at times — but hey, life is weird too, and this drama gives a fun, slightly dramatic way to look at all the “bad stuff” that happens to us. There's not much music, but that kind of works — it lets the story breathe.

If you’re a fan of Strong Woman Do Bong Soon, you’ll definitely get similar vibes here (just toned down a bit). And don’t worry — no major heartbreaks coming your way! Even the second lead's storyline feels satisfying in its own way. Plus, let’s be real: the main lead desperately needed a shoulder to cry on. Emotional support has never looked this good!

P.S. - I just wrapped up the whole drama, and... yeah, Episode 11 kinda lost me. Felt like they hit the brakes and started stretching things that didn’t need stretching. We were doing so well!

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Sweet first love fantasy romance

I really appreciate the creature design for the ghosts, looking appropriately creepy. That's not an easy thing to pin down for either eastern nor western shows. I also like that Seong A's feelings for Gyeon U is validated as a genuine connection forms between them. His looks got her attention, but his personality and kindness towards others is what made her fall for him. They are both skilled in their respective specialties and save each other. Their romance is formed organically and they're cute together. Speaking of cute, Seong A has a very nice collection of sleepwear that makes her look like a pretty doll. A lot of the edgier outfits Bong Su prefers that seemed to be implied to be tacky looked great on her too. There is a whole implied plotline of Bong Su really connecting with his own fem side there as her look was complete with hair and make up done as well, which is all Bong Su. I like that Seong A learns to find more compassionate ways to deal with exorcisms. Their respective friendships with Ji Ho is mostly nice too. He's the one that helps them connect with the regular world of high school and I'm really glad he learns to let go of his one sided crush for his own sake. I really liked the reveal of Seong A's awful childhood and her wanting to live as a normal student was helped by Ji Ho and Gyeong U deepens his understanding of her through knowing this as well. Seong A's familial relationship with her adopted mother is really lovely as well.

Bong Su turning out to be a younger teen/pre-teen who also has a big ol crush on Seong A was a good twist in turning into a dynamic that's different than usual. He was a child spirit that died a traumatic death and used by Yeom Hwa for her own ends and once he's able to communicate in Gyeon U's body, it's immediately clear he does not have the same objectives as Yeom Hwa. His being unable to recall his name until Gyeon U was able to find it deep in Bong Su's psyche was also trauma based. I'm glad that he's able to move on at the end. That lady is the worst. I understand her grief for her child, but her utterly selfish actions throughout the years was unforgivable. She's straight up a prolific serial killer, but that's entirely ignored at the conclusion of the series. I really hate how she refused to let Gyeon U heal in his own way from her many years of psychologically and physically abusing him by getting to know her in a tiny way as a human being, just to know her real name. She is the worst and needed some bigger karmic punishment or had to do something bigger to make up for her years of evil actions instead of having the consequences of her actions canceled out by the people who cares about her. At least go to jail or something. The shaman Do Ryeong was a chaos agent helping everyone on all sides, but he wasn't doing it out of malice though his actions also enabled a lot of deaths.

Despite the really glaring omission of properly dealing with Yeom Hwa, the overall series was a good watch.

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One of the Most Entertaining Watch in 2025!

Have you ever watched a show that grabs your attention from the get-go and the fixation gets real with each passing episode!

Because that’s how I felt with “Head over Heels”. Frankly, I need to accept that I’m not a huge fan of the main lead, Choo Young Woo. But I was kind of surprised with his act in “The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call”. Also, this is first major breakthrough, so I was also curious about his acting abilities as a main lead. Shockingly enough, Choo Young Woo proves his caliber by easily breezing through his portrayals of two different characters. The wavelength, personalities and even the diction is absolutely perfect. As for the female lead, Cho Yi Hyun, she embodies the old age wisdom and charm that is unheard-of before when we are referring to shamans. She is sweet, caring, kind and friendly. The storyline also has an atypical love triangle, which is equal parts endearing and adorable. The main leads tie into an riveting romance, unrequited or not; I loved watching them together!

Read the complete article here-

https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2025/07/30/head-over-heels-series-review/

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Worth it but we need more!

I haven't watched a kdrama in months and came back with this after classes were done. The reviews about this is promising and I'm excited to think that by the time this is done it'll be worth the watch. I started this with only one week to wait for the last two episodes. I pulled an all-nighter and it was both the worst and best night. It's good. I am rooting with Seong-a to protect poor Gyeon-u. It started off strong and good until they rushed it on the last two episodes. There was a leak that it was supposed to be a 16 episode drama but cut it off to 12. The corporates are greedy, With this format, I don't think I can sit again to watch a kdrama. ANYWAYS, I LOVE EVERYONE I LOVE THEM ALL THIS IS WORTH THE WATCH.

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Playing It Safe Won’t Always Save K-Dramas

K-Drama by the Book

After Episode 1, it’s clear: this is your typical South Korean rom-com meets ghost story a familiar and safe blend. As usual, Korea plays it by the book. Nothing here will frustrate you, but it won’t excite you either. It’s just another average, run-of-the-mill drama. The ingredients and packaging may look new, but the flavor? Same old.

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Dragging Buildup

By Episode 3, I can confidently say this drama is headed toward being boring. Episodes are unnecessarily stretched each one lasting around 70 minutes over a 12-episode format, likely to mimic the runtime of the classic 16-episode, 40–45 minute structure. But instead of being engaging, it feels slow and dragging. It takes too long to get to the point.

Honestly, this drama could’ve easily been wrapped up in 6 to 8 hours. If all this buildup doesn’t lead to a major twist or substantial plot development in the upcoming episodes, it’s going to fall flat boring, frustrating, and ultimately a waste of time.

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Survive 5 Episodes ,Episode 6 Will Hook You

After watching the 8th episode, I can now say that the first three episodes mainly served as the foundation or buildup of the story laying down the threads, building the world, and introducing the characters. Because of this, they didn’t feel particularly interesting or engaging. There wasn’t a strong hook to push me forward or make me eager to continue.

In my opinion, the story starts unfolding from episode 4, and that’s when the actual engaging moments begin. From here on, you start getting drawn in. By the 6th episode, any doubts I had about whether I was wasting my time were gone.

To be honest, I barely got through the first three episodes they felt like a typical, slow-paced rom com ghost shaman Korean drama with nothing exciting that made me want to watch happily or stay invested. Yes, this is a regular, typical Korean drama which is probably why it took me a while to get into it. I’ve watched a lot of Korean dramas, so this one initially felt a bit repetitive and predictable. It didn’t feel fresh or new. That’s why it didn’t grab my interest right away. But I was curious to see how the FL (female lead) would save the ML (male lead), and I also wanted to know more about the ghost storyline. So I told myself I’d watch just two more episodes (4 and 5), and if they didn’t pull me in, I’d drop the show.

Thankfully, I gave it that chance, and I’m glad I did because those two episodes changed everything. They engaged me enough to keep going. Episodes 6, 7, and 8 made me realize that while this may still be a typical Korean drama in many ways, it’s also entertaining. It doesn’t feel frustrating or boring anymore.

Episodes 6 to 8 are the turning point they mark the real beginning of the story’s emotional depth. These episodes are beautiful, emotional, cute, funny, and meaningful. When I was in the middle of the first three episodes, I wasn’t even considering recommending this show to anyone. By episode 5, I was still unsure 50-50. But after watching episodes 6, 7, and 8, I can now recommend it without hesitation.

now i can say it is definitely good. You’ll enjoy it, and I think you’ll grow to love it.

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The Drama Finally Had My Attention ,Then Lost It Again

From Episode 9, the show falls back into its earlier tone and pacing the same average, okay-ish feel it had before Episode 6. But Episode 10 takes a complete nosedive it’s ridiculous, illogical, full of errors, and riddled with plot holes.

Take General Dongcheon for example. She’s trying to save Yeom Hwa, someone who, in her stubbornness, is causing destruction to everything around her. And what’s the justification? An emotional connection? Seeing her as a daughter? That makes no sense. So you're willing to put the lives of many at risk just to save one person you're emotionally attached to? What about all the others you’re also connected to? Is loyalty to one individual worth endangering the majority?

And then there’s Pyo Ji Ho why he involve at all? He knows absolutely nothing about magic or shamanism, yet he put himself right in the middle of it and even he take the ring to deliver to the evil shaman. What purpose does that serve, other than creating unnecessary risk?

Bong Su’s erratic behavior towards his classmates and coach also feels forced and out of place. Whether Bong Su or Bae Gyeon U dies, it shouldn’t affect them so deeply they were never that emotionally connected to him or i say they don't know about the two personality so how can they connect with it . His extreme reaction feels unjustified.

Also, didn’t the General already perform a ritual to strip Yeom Hwa of all her shamanic powers? Then how is she still able to summon the Grim Reaper? That completely breaks the internal logic of the show.

And why are they all still tiptoeing around Yeom Hwa? Why not just end her story once and for all? Instead, they’re acting like it’s some kind of casual domestic drama, letting the enemy freely come and go from their homes, staying in contact like everything’s normal. It’s absurd they’re literally playing house with someone who has caused immense harm.

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Filler

Ep 11 is filler, last few minutes matter.

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Mixed Feelings

In Episode 12, I found certain elements to be poorly written, with unnecessary filler scenes that dragged the narrative. For example, the entire sequence where the female lead tries on girls' clothing felt forced and out of place. If the soul inside her is that of a man, any experiments or behavior should logically align with a man's perspective, not a woman's.

Additionally, the way the female lead and her friends constantly live or move in and out of one house felt unrealistic. It’s as if none of them have their own homes, families, or responsibilities. They’re portrayed almost like orphans who have nowhere else to go, which weakens the believability of the story.

That said, some parts were meaningful and did support the overall storyline. There were some emotional moments that were genuinely well done.

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Overall

This is an okayish drama overall. It's played K-Drama by the Book, and like many such k drama, it plays things very safe. The show is filled with draggy fillers, unnecessary scenes, and at times, illogical writing though there are a few good moments and decent writing scattered throughout.

The rituals portrayed across the series were initially fascinating and intriguing, but after a point, they became confusing and lost their charm. sometimes the spirit would transfer from one person to another, sometimes powers would vanish suddenly only to reappear without explanation. It felt like every character was either a protective shield for someone else or making a sacrifice, like they were all just playing a game of “passing the ball.”

And honestly, the rattle the shaman uses during the rituals? That’s the kind of toy kids play with in our country couldn't take it seriously, lol.

At first, I wanted to give this drama a zero. But since the platform doesn’t allow a rating below 1, I reluctantly gave it one star. However, around episodes 6 to 8, my interest genuinely picked up, so I changed my rating from 1 to 6. But by episode 9, I found myself reconsidering again. i'm giving this drama higher ratings are doing so purely because of those 2–3 good episodes. Beyond those, everything else felt like filler to me nothing before or after them stood out.

I personally don’t think it's fair to rate an entire drama based on just a few good episodes, especially when the rest of it didn’t work at all. Unfortunately, there's no way to rate only those specific episodes, so I’m stuck giving the whole show a number I don’t feel fully reflects my opinion.

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