It's so worth watching at least once but after seeing it, MORE THAN ONCE!
This is my first review. Personally, I don't watch K-dramas but I got this drama recommended from a friend. I didn't expect much, she told me the plot and that it was worth watching and so I gave it a shot. There is 16 episodes and on average is around 1 hour long each. I'm so grateful that this story talks about disabilities (being deaf and using sign-language). The struggles and the topic of family. It's a very heartwarming, gut-wrenching and trauma filling story. There's so many moments in Twinkling Watermelon that was worth watching. I seriously seriously recommend it! Here is my opinion/feedback:I CRIED. SERIOUSLY SO MANY TIMES. I freaking love this K-drama and is 100% going on my rewatch this.
Each episode leaves you hooked with either a cliff-hanger or something you did not expect. The cast delivered each of their roles so well, especially the main actors. I felt like it wasn't a movie and that we were actually there. You can feel the emotional impact that leaves you wanting more. I'm telling you I literally cried like a baby every single episode 13 above, it made me have a huge mental breakdown (episode 14 is THE BEST EPISODE in my opinion) - no spoils just you will cry. overall I recommend it. There is laughter, tears and most definitely LOVE but more on family love :). Love your parents, struggles are real and you don't know what they go through. To be loved is to be seen, change yourself for the better to set yourself free from what your running from. You can learn a lot from this drama. Twinkle to shine - be yourself for yourself not for others!!
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The best for me
Completed watching it some days ago and even till now, rewatching it. Just love the overall storyline, wanna really described all I wanna say but it's just too many to say, and just wanna say I really love this. But the most I really love are the actors in their characters, they're just too perfect, flawlessly acted like it's no different from a daily life pov. Plus the music, I love it all.Was this review helpful to you?
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BEAUTIFULL MASTERPIECE
so it's just a love story ? no, it's not bro.i would explain my feeling but... i a had a lot of emotions during this show. i laught, been angry, embarrassed, broken and my heart filled with love. Yi-chan and Cheong-ah is THE true love. i love him.
"what you saying ? i can't hear at all..." broke me in piece. heartbreaking, not you, but i feel happy for her, he find the peace. peace in he family. is not a bad ending for her ears, (but fck u the car) I think it was the only one good ending.
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One of the best kdrama !!
TWINKLING WATERMELON is one of the best Kdramas of all time in every aspect. Well, this is my first time writing a review!! I've come across many beautiful dramas but this drama has my whole heart because it was so comforting. The way this drama portrayed each character and their emotions was just mind-blowing. From start to end, it got me on the edge of my seat, and the character development was just WOW. You will feel like you're a part of the drama where you giggle wholeheartedly, weep like a child, and feel sad and happy with every moment. I felt a mixture of emotions while watching this show but it felt comfortable, soothing, and warm inside. Kudos to the cast and crew for coming up with this beautiful drama. The screenplay and the narration of the story were just fantastic. Ryeoun (Eun-gyeol) carried the whole show to the next level with his natural and nuanced acting. He was soo cute in every way. I enjoyed Ryeon and Choi Hyun-Wook's screen time. This father-son chaotic duo made every episode funny and beautiful with their versatile acting. Choi Hyun-Wook (Ha Yi-chan) will be my favorite character of all time. He showed how to turn someone's shortcomings into something really beautiful with his outstanding delivery of emotions. I've never seen any of Shin Eun-soo (Cheong-ah) dramas, this is my first show and I was stunned to see her performance. Though she was deaf and dumb in the whole drama, her twinkling eyes spoke every emotion that can't be described with words. Whenever she smiles, you'll feel her joy, whenever she cries, you'll feel her sorrow and her silence will shatter your heart. Mother-son duo screen time will break and mend your heart at the same time for sure. The endearing love between Omma and appa, and Ajussi and ajumma will make your heart flutter. Seol In-ah's (Choi Se-kyung / On Eun-yoo) chemistry with Ryeoun was at top notch. Seol In-ah did a great job with her acting and showed that everyone has flaws and struggles in their life and that ending our life is not the only solution. Though the ending was bittersweet, it was the perfect ending that we all wanted. It ended with the note that everything happens for a reason, hold on there, and live your life to the fullest without pondering over the things.🍉 WATERMELON SUGAR....VIVA LA VIDA 🍉
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best kdrama in 2023
viva la Vida 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉🌟🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉this is just roller coaster of emotions amazing acting by whole cast great ost , story,bgm,all over all awesome 👍😎✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉✨🍉💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓🪄💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Was this review helpful to you?
A very HUMAN story right when we need it.
The weight of words and actions in this show is amazing. Not just in spoken word but every time they're using sign language, the character puts the entire weight on it. It is so comforting yet so heartwrenching at the same time. The cast and the performance is exquisite, to the point I'm just riding along with the characters and not thinking "Oh, the actors are amazing!"Ha Yi Chan as a character has so much depth, both as the adult and the teenager. Him learning sign language just to be able to communicate with Chung Ah, out of curiosity and kindness. And then being able to watch the exact moment he falls for her like Ha Eun Gyeol narrates is honestly a feel good moment. The way his character grows to hear Chung Ah through her own words is amazing.
Chung Ah as a character is done PROPER justice by the actress [I forget name, my bad.] The expressions, the weight her actions carry and the story she has all on her own ties the entire thing together. I haven't been so taken by a character in a long time.
Ryeoun as Ha Eun Gyeol and Seol In Ah as Choi Se Kyung ground the show as the time slipping characters. the great part about these characters is their individual motive.
Each character has motive or rather grow into their own. It's a really refreshing portrayal of a teenage drama, even if it's in a cliché plot tree. The story carries enough heart to make the characters absolutely steal the show.
It's a MUST WATCH!
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BEST KDRAMA THIS YEAR
i really like how the story is going, is so refreshing and they chemistry is another level, the main roles are THE visuals, this show make me wanna learn sing language to help another people express themselves❤️i can not wait for the next week for more episodes...... 😭choi hyun wook is a diamond in this industry, he can play whatever the role is, he is very versatile, i really really hope he can explore all his talent he is basically the future MAIN ROLE of KDRAMAS, and Seorina character is sooooo cute and funny, and Ryeoun character is so mature even if he is so young. With each episode I feel more attached to him, he is firm in what he wants and that is admirable, Eun Su's character is very cute I really liked her pairing with HyunwookWas this review helpful to you?
this is the most 2023's adorable kdrama
I'm totally in love w cheong ah and yi chan's relationship CAUSE LIKE SHE IS SO CUTE AND HE YK MAKES HER AND HIM BE EVEM MORE PRETTY CUTE AND FUNNY IM IN LOVE😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 its the most amazing couple this year in my opinion. I simply love the way how he always tried to speak w her and learned it all just for her ITS CRAZY IM GONNA CRY😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 im 10/10 for side couples 😪Was this review helpful to you?
A gem
This series is a rare gem that delivers consistently from start to finish. Every episode is engaging, with no dull moments or unnecessary fillers. The friendships feel genuine, the family dynamics are beautifully layered, and the emotional beats land with precision. The blend of humor, heart, and heartfelt growth is handled with remarkable balance. The cast is exceptional, and the band moments add a nostalgic warmth that stays long after the episode ends. The only thing I wished for was a proper look at Eun-yo and Se-kyung’s relationship after she came back from past. Still, this show shines brightly and earns a solid 10/10 from me.Was this review helpful to you?
This show felt like a warm hug
Twinkling Watermelon honestly felt like a warm hug I didn’t know I needed. The story pulled me in with its mix of family love, teenage confusion, and that magical time-slip twist that made everything even more emotional. I really loved how the drama showed the struggles of being caught between your own dreams and your family’s expectations—because at some point, I felt that too.What hit me the most was the father–son storyline. Watching Eun-gyeol understand his parents’ past and seeing his dad in a completely different light made me cry more times than I expected. The friendships, the music, the quiet moments—they all felt so sincere. It’s one of those dramas that remind you to appreciate the people who love you, even when things get complicated.
It’s heartwarming, nostalgic, and surprisingly healing. Twinkling Watermelon isn’t just a coming-of-age story—it’s a reminder that even the smallest moments can change everything.
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A Tender, Honest Look at Growing Up Between Worlds
Twinkling Watermelon is a beautiful and heartfelt series that offers a believable and sensitive portrayal of what it means to grow up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). The show captures the silent pressures, emotional weight, and quiet resilience that often come with balancing two worlds—all through the lens of adolescence.The story is touching without ever feeling overly sentimental. It strikes a rare balance between realism and warmth, showing both the struggles and the joys of navigating life as a kid who’s also had to grow up a little faster than most.
Hyunwook delivers a strong, grounded performance, bringing depth to every scene he’s in. But it’s Ryeoun who truly stands out—his portrayal is layered, expressive, and absolutely deserving of all the praise he’s been receiving. His ability to carry the emotional core of the series is remarkable.
While the ending did feel slightly rushed, it doesn’t take away from the overall impact of the story. Twinkling Watermelon is a quiet gem—poignant, well-acted, and deeply human.
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One of the best kdramas of 2023
I am honestly left empty after finishing this series, especially after following it since it started airing.I’ve become a hyunwook fan since weak hero class and started following his work ever since and was so excited when i saw this promoted.
Especially since i saw that this show would be time travel!!! I LOVED IT!!!
The way the plot moved and how well everything was flowing, the friendships the tropes literally everything!!
I cried so much at how well the actors conveyed their emotions and also, i am just so happy to see deaf people and sign language representation. The fact that the actors learned it is so special, it made me want to learn it myself.
Such a beautiful show, it’s a show you just have to watch really…
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