it's just amazing
افضل مسلسل جميل مشاعر رائعه وقصه الحب فيها جميل وكلشيئ فيها دافئ it's just the best series in 2023 where amazing and lovely kdrama I love it so much never and I love so much the main couple where so romantic amazing gig!! to be honest support svt I loveeeeeeeee it good one so cute and funny i love the comedy in it . so cutenessmashallah wow cool perfect to say cute romantic and I love the group so lovely 😍 wassss amazing gig to sayyy everything in it was amazing the story
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Twinkling Watermelon – A Coming-of-Age Gift Wrapped in Music and Second Chances
I started Twinkling Watermelon expecting a cute time-travel fantasy. What I got was an emotional hug of a drama that made me cry, laugh, and just… sit with my heart full.The story revolves around Eun-gyeol, a CODA (child of deaf adults) who lives in two worlds—silence and music. He’s a boy torn between being the “perfect son” in his family and following his own rhythm. When he accidentally time-travels to 1995 and meets his teenage dad? That’s when it really begins.
It sounds sci-fi, but Twinkling Watermelon is actually about something much more grounded:
Healing generational wounds, understanding your parents as people, and learning how to forgive—not just others, but also yourself.
And the music! The band scenes gave me chills—the way they used sound and silence, punk rock and soft ballads to carry emotions. You don’t just hear the songs… you feel them.
The father-son bond? Broke me. Rebuilt me. Broke me again.
The friendship, the romance, the little moments of laughter between big emotional waves—all of it was so well done. And the cast? Flawless. Ri-an's character arc especially grew on me so much, it made me rethink first impressions.
What I really appreciated was how it touched disability with sensitivity. It didn’t pity. It empowered. The scenes with sign language were some of the most emotionally powerful I've ever seen in a K-drama. As someone who loves family-centered stories with a heartbeat of music and a splash of fantasy, this felt like a personal gift.
Twinkling Watermelon is a love letter to misunderstood parents, to teenage dreams, to the messy journey of growing up and making peace with what you can’t change.
It’s for anyone who’s ever wished they could go back—not to change the past, but to understand it better.
Rating: 10/10
Perfect For: Dreamers, musicians at heart, emotional softies, and anyone who still carries questions for their younger (or older) self.
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Best K-Dramas I've watched so far!
My Opinion of the K-DramaTwinkling watermelon is one of the best k-dramas so far that I've watched. The Story talks about the Main Character Eun Gyeol travel back time to fix the past and know his family's past because of the relationship between him and his dad. He met his Dad and Mom in the past while they were still highschool students and tried to fix and save them from the past.
Music: I liked the music, it was so good and very relaxing, I give it a 10
The Acting was also very good and the Story was really funny, happy, and also talking and showing problems. The Story was also very sad and emotional. So I give it a rating of 10.
I liked the Actress Shin Eun Soo and The actor Choi Hyun Wook and I liked how their relationship was very emotional and also very sad because of the harsh treatment and scolding from Shin Eun Soo's mother-in Law (Idk).
This K-Drama remains as the best K-Drama I've watched so far in my life.
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maybe one of the best kdramas i've ever watched.
maybe at the beginning it was a bit boring, because at that time I was not in the mood for watching some kdrama so I finally dropped it after eps 3.but in the end after a few months later I watched this drama because people said this drama was good, so I watched it again
and really. really good. not even words can describe how perfect this drama is.
I cried every episode because eun gyeol put so much effort into helping his father.
This drama really shows how beautiful youth is. starting from Watermelon Sugar whose friendship is natural and very strong. initially Si Guk, Hyun Yul, and Se Bum didn't like Yi Chan, but over time their friendships began to show throughout the drama.
And, lastly I wanna talk about their acting. HyunWook is really natural to play Yi Chan. the vibes of being an active high school student is really cool. Ryeoun is also really good when there is a crying scene. LIKE, HOW COME THIS PERSON CAN CRY LIKE A REAL CRY WITHOUT BEING MADE UP.....
EunSoo although in the drama can't speak, but her acting as a mute person is really cool... the way she expresses her feelings with her eyes and her sign language....
i also like Seol In Ah acting, but... like... that's it? like, nothing memorizable from her character... BUT THAT DOESNT MEAN SHE'S NOT GOOD AT ACTING THO. i'm just saying her character is a bit... bland.
anyway, this drama is really that good. at least once in your life, you should watch this drama.
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Touching
I didn't know how I'll crying after all, just started watch bcs some actors that I admire was in the screen, but the drama surprised me with photography, good acting also music. Wow, the voice of Ryeoun is powerful and the others guys shines too.The story is very good.
Seriously: this drama makes you cry, curse (sometimes) and wish the best to the kidos. Also you could appreciate the incredible voices.
Unfortunately I miss some chemistry with some characters, but nothing that I can't handle.
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A heartwarming drama that will make you cry and laugh at the same time with a unique plot
I’ve been watching dramas for many year but I think despite the fact that twinkling watermelon is a new kdrama compared to my past favourite, it has achieved the top spot among my favourite kdramas of all time. Nothing compares to this kdrama. i don’t think I’ve ever cried soo much while watching ANY SHOW. and even tho it will make you cry, it has a happy ending and the story isn’t gloomy or sad either. its just heart touching in its own way and will also make you laugh. Here the actor that played “yoon chung ah”, her acting was outstanding, the way she communicated her feeling with just her eyes and hands is fascinating. the story isn’t too slow either.Was this review helpful to you?
Viva la vida!
Una storia di viaggio del tempo veramente interessante che omaggia la trilogia di 'ritorno al futuro' senza peró imitarla o essere scontata.Eun Gyeol é un 'coda', un ragazzo figlio di genitori non udenti che peró sente, e pertanto si ritrova a fare da ponte tra la sua famiglia e il resto del mondo. Un peso difficile da sostenere!
L'incapacitá di comunicare e l'isolamento che ne deriva, non solo per una disabilitá, ma anche per mancanza di voglia di comunicare. Anche chi sente, chi é 'normale', dimostra qui che si puó non capire e non percepire l'altro se manca l'intenzione di ascoltare, se si fa di tutto per isolarlo.
Di questo parla twinking watermelon.
Ma parla anche della possibilitá di creare ponti, di superare le barriere, sia che siano preesistenti sia che siamo noi stessi ad erigerle.
Perché si può comunicare in tanti modi, basta solo provare e trovare la via.
Spettacolari i protagonisti e la chimica di tutti il gruppo.
Viva la vida!
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Emotional, Inspiring, and Full of Heart Drama: And great Choi Hyun-wook !
So far, I’ve only had two absolutely perfect K-dramas: this one and *Reply 1988*.It's definitely worth watching, even just for the character of Ha Lee-chan, one of the most charming and endearing characters I've ever seen. He's charismatic, positive, energetic, simply perfect! Everything about him blends harmoniously: his cheerfulness, tirelessness, immaturity, yet at the same time, his sensitivity, tenderness, and incredible charm. And his actor, Choi Hyun-wook, is just amazing! I’m truly in awe of his performance! He’s a really promising actor, and I will follow his career with great interest. His love story is also very touching, in my opinion, much better and more successful than the main couple’s.
Against his backdrop, his partner Ryeoun shines a little less, but that doesn’t make him bad at all. The female roles are also wonderfully played, especially the energetic Seol In-a, who always knows how to bring brightness and warmth to her character.
As for the story, it’s very touching, showing a son’s perspective on his father and the unique bond they will have to form. It’s also a reflection on family in general, on parents and grandparents (with the magnificent Ko Du-shim) and on what we only understand as we grow older.
The entire cast is excellent, the plot is dynamic, the script is well-written, and the characters are well-developed.
The only small drawbacks the fairytale motif of "Cinderella" with the overly evil mother seemed a bit exaggerated.
Overall, this drama is very touching and proves that in life, we need to fight, despite difficulties, stay positive, and keep going to the end to make our dreams come true.
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Flip a Coin!!!
I just came across about this series, and it's been a while since I watched a 16 episode series that got me excited for a long time since Through the Darkness, Signal (original by both KOR ver and JAP ver), Queen Woo, Kings Affection, Kingdom, Code Blue, Rurouni Kenshin The Beginning Anime, Train to Busan, H2, Death Note, etc... judging by the series that i mentioned, I am very facinated with character build up, and I like it more with 16 episodes instead of 12, it has a good character build up, although let's face it, budget is not something i would like to discuss.Let's start with the Story
Viva La Vida!!! can't get over that tag line, I think this series is on par with Entertainer with Tantara Band, the slow build and introduction to the characters is awesome, we get to see the life before the magic of 2 moons, at first, I thought they are in the same timeline, but later on the first episode, I noticed the color palettes and some grain on the video that's when I realized that this is getting interesting, there are some time travel series before, but this is a unique approach based on the series that I have already watched like the reporter, a journalist traveled time to make things right, the difference is that this one has character build up, with the right and strong chemistry casting, YML and YFL, YML chemistry here is much stronger than his last series my nemesis, YFL is a little but innocent than moon ga young, because I vividly remember Moon ga young personality on interest of love, link, inner beauty, YFL is right for YML. then the supporting ML and supporting FL kind a work, its a kind of role reversal support artist have more lines and less chemistry than the YFL and YML.
Supporting ML and FL has less chemistry than the YFL and YML.
YFL and YML has a strong chemistry and innocent high school feel specially the dreamy editing, no special effects just pure chemistry and acting
OST has 2 tracks that made the 16 episode looks natural
Higher and Shining ,
Higher is composed by an Indie band in future, Shining was composed by a high school band in the past
Higher, Shining, Higher
then a little bit of magical BGM during the 2 moon, nice touch
Should you rewatch, its going to be inside on my top 30, a definite rewatch
Top 30 for KOR and JAP series and movies, there is a lot more than 400, entering inside top 30 is no joke
A fun magical ride that can be enjoyed by all ages with lessons that can be shared to the family forever.
Viva La Vida!!!!
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confusing until the middle-end.
overall the story of the drama is very good, don't want to really retype a summary of it. but overall like everybody else on viki commenters, were confused. i had to rewatch things multiple times on end to understand it because it kinda went extremely fast-paced in the beginning of it. also a lot of plot twists towards the end that started to all make sense at the end. very good story line, very good acting, music was goodish-mid, and i wouldn't rewatch it.favorite characters: Yun Cheong A, Ha I Chan
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Beautifully crafted show!
I typically gravitate toward thriller and crime dramas, so watching Twinkling Watermelon was something completely new for me. Surprisingly, it exceeded all my expectations and showed me just how rewarding a heartfelt, feel-good story can be. This drama has definitely opened up my options moving forward, and I’ll be more willing now to explore genres outside my comfort zone.Twinkling Watermelon is a heartwarming and beautifully crafted drama that delivers a perfect mix of music, time travel, and emotional depth.
Though it takes a couple of episodes to fully pick up, it soon captivates with its storytelling, lovable characters, and touching family themes. The journey it takes you on makes every episode a joy to watch. The satisfying ending ties everything together beautifully, leaving a lasting impression. It was so refreshing to find a drama that balances emotional events, humor, and fantasy so seamlessly - truly as close to a masterpiece as you can get!
The only thing I wish had been included towards the end was seeing Cheong Ah find out about Yi Chan’s accident. While the drama delivered an emotionally fulfilling conclusion, that moment could have added even more depth to both the characters' journey. Then again, maybe that would have been tempting way too much emotion!
A drama that will never be forgotten.
Viva la Vida! ✨🍉🎸
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Positive, feel good, fun!
Feb 2024I absolutely loved every episode of this clever, joyful, positive and mysterious K-drama.
Each character brought something to the story. Most were high school students, with supporting adult characters, many of whom could learn a thing or 2 from the youngsters!
As the time-travelling mystery centres around a group of high school students that form a band, eventually called Watermelon Sugar, expect a fair amount of music, as the group and individuals rehearse, play and write.
I loved the cast, who were believable in their roles, had excellent chemistry and sucked me right in.
The present day characters within the central family are warm, challenged, close, but not without their issues.
Characters from the past are very varied; ranging from mysterious, to goofy, aloof, mean and frankly evil.
There are references to child abuse, bullying, threat and suicide, but those scenes sit within a story that is overwhelmingly positive, often funny and also emotional. I laughed, wanted to punch people's lights out and cried, throughout the 16 episodes, which flew by.
This drama can just be enjoyed for what it is, a feel good, happy and positive watch; but within it there are also several messages that can be found if wanted and related to, as well.
Very few plot holes and any I noticed were easily forgiven within an overall well thought out and refreshingly positive watch.
I also loved that the issue of deafness and mutism is so maturely addressed. It didn't seek to make a pity party out of the drama, with the emphasis far more on the family attempting to fit in, support themselves, and be accepted as equals.
Of course, there were characters who attempted to take advantage, bullied and treated them as though they were stupid, but there were also positive friendships too.
There is a scene near the end where a female mature character has travelled back to S.K. from abroad and remarks that things are improving [in how those with deafness are responded to/treated]. I found that very telling.
The romances (yes, plural) are very sweet. A main feature, but at the same time not in a way that overshadows the rest of the story, even though they are an integral part of it.
One of the best characters has to be Grandma, fabulously played by Go Doo-shim. Her personality, attitude and relationship with her grandson, were a joy! Loved the name of their guesthouse too.
Choi Hyun-wook as Yi Chan, was probably my favourite character overall. He just grew on me and I totally loved him.
If I had to name something I thought could have made it even better, it would be more of the latter part of his young story with Cheong-ah. Also a little more of their lives in the present day, after their return from the past (especially that of Se-kyung).
Choi Won-young made a great Dad and I loved Chun Ho-jin (a favourite mature actor), as a music shop owner. The kids who played younger versions of central characters, were great too, especially Jung Hyun Joon (as Ha Eun Gyeol).
There are flaws, but for me, none that I couldn't forgive. I really loved that actions had consequences and that parent/child relationships were widely covered.
Would very happily watch this again and I LOVED the soundtrack (link attached for msin tracks).
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