THE BEST
this has become my favourite kdrama of all time. i can’t stop thinking about it. every episode is a balance of romance, comedy and thriller. its the only drama even after the couple confessed I WANTED TO SEE MORE. I NEED TO SEE MORE. Kim Hyeyoon and Byeon Wooseok have killed it in this drama. every cast member actually played a huge role into bringing this masterpiece together. the chemistry between everyone is amazing and it shines through in the drama.THE OST my gosh i’m in love with the ost, sudden shower, spring snow and may I love you? is on repeat. i feel like im going through withdrawal now that Ive accepted the drama is over. its absolutely phenomenal im jealous of anyone who hasn’t watched it id do anything to erase my memory and watch it for the first time again.
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PERFECTLY EXCECUTED
I was a little late for this drama..... i get all the hyped for this because IT'S ALL WORTH IT. kudos to bothe of lead because no one can potrayed Sun Jae and Im Sol better than them!I somehow wonder how can people came up with this kind of plot... like everything is perfect and just like another time capsule story, there's always be suprises each time.
Tapi pas nonton kadang kesel sama Im Sol kaya let the fate be like that.... kaya udah ah diemin soalnya emang takdir kamu kaya gitu... tapi pas udah tamat, all make sense, if im sol didn't do it maybe the happy ending would never be there...
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the best
The best bangat Lovely Runner ditengah drakor yang berat udah lama drakor tidak ada drama yang ringan dan manis. Intinya bagus untuk di tonton saat healing begini gk buat pikiran tambah berat dengan teori” udah nontonnya kita ikutin alurnya aj,aktingnya byeon woo seok dan kim hye yoon keren habis bisa bawain cerita kayak gini bawa kita sebahgai penonton untuk melihat perjuangan Ryu sun jae dan im sol dimana Ryu sun jae yg selalu ada untuk im sol walaupun dia sakit dan sampai” dibuat lupa ingatan pun masih bisa sesuka itu sama im sol.
Drama ini ngajarin bahwa walaupun otak kita berkata demikian tapi hati pasti tidak bisa berbohong.
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A Charming Rom-Com About Fate, Love and Destiny.
The series is actually quite enjoyable, especially if you're a fan of classic rom-coms. It has all the right elements—lighthearted fun, romance, and a bit of drama. However, it does feel very reminiscent of True Beauty, from the character dynamics to the overall execution, which makes it less original.I started watching because it was trending, and the premise intrigued me. The story is sweet, centered around the idea of changing the future while navigating fate and destiny—are the coincidences really just coincidences? At its core, it's about two people fighting for each other against the tragic events in their lives, which is quite touching.
This was my first time seeing Kim Hye Yoon in a lead role. Though she has appeared in other series I've watched, she never particularly stood out to me. She did a fine job, but her performance wasn’t especially memorable. Byeon Woo Seok, on the other hand, caught my attention. I had seen viral clips of him from Strong Girl Namsoon (which I haven’t watched), and I was curious to see if he had more to offer beyond his good looks. I think he does—his acting is solid, and with his rising popularity, I wouldn’t be surprised if he soon takes on more complex roles beyond the charming boyfriend or attractive villain.
Overall, I’d recommend this series. It’s light, fun, and an easy watch.
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2016 nostalgia. Possibly biased.
This drama surprised me: for the worldwide success, as well as the depth that went beyond a simple first love story. More than romance (believe me, it seems that it only exists in the screen), is feeling the fear and taking the plunge, and realising the people around you, possibly never finding out the little things they do when you're not looking.I never expected a slice of life drama to blow up the way this has. Didn't even watch the trailer before clicking solely for Kim Hye Yoon, and ended up being smitten for the male lead.
Being smacked with 2016 nostalgia (seriously...there's something about the 2016 air that brought the best dramas to memory) is the reason why Lovely Runner is another iconic drama to remember.
Of course, it has its flaws. So many flaws. But this work reminded me so strongly why I loved kdramas in the first place. Why I continued watching after a decade.
It took me back to 2016 back to my high school days, where adulthood hadn't kicked in yet. So maybe I'm biased and Lovely Runner's main theme of time moved me more than it should've.
Works in recent times have been noticed to be VERY disappointing despite the high budget. But LR proved you can have a simple drama (like the old times), and still move the viewer, stuffed with emotions and moments that will forever be embedded in the heart.
3 years of waiting, and the success couldn't be more deserved. Kim Hye Yoon got her co-star, and the role was meant for Byeon Wooseok. The universe does reward perseverance.
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Butterfly effect caused butterflies in my who body
I started the series after the last episode was released and my only goal was to avoid spoilers about the ending, but the article titles refused to cooperate. Even so, I watched each episode intently, and even though I wanted to slap Im Sol and Ryu Sun Jae at times, I loved every scene they had.The downside of time travel is that when the main character is transported for the first time, we can expect an episode full of awkward moments, because most of the time they think they're dreaming and therefore has no inhibitions. It was the same here, so the first few episodes had me scratching my head, but as soon as Sol got close to Sun Jae, the hour-long episodes suddenly only lasted a few minutes.
By the fourth episode, I wasn't sure if things were tangleding or unraveling or both at the same time. The further I got, the more confused I became, but at the same time it all made sense. Everything. Amnost every single detail that happened in the story, and it doesn't matter if it was in the past or the present, somehow affected everything that happened. The butterfly effect was displayed perfectly. Yes, I found some things not quite clear, but they didn't really relate to the main plot.
The story was incredibly emotional. Sometimes I laughed, sometimes I melted, sometimes I screamed and sometimes I cried. I fell in love with the main characters very quickly, and no matter what emotion I experienced with them, I really experienced it fully.
I loved how Im Sol and Sun Jae were connected from the very beginning. Their fates were sealed long before the first episode began, and it was only a matter of time before they came together. In any world, time, and universe, they were simply meant to be together and watch out for each other.
And since the story involves a fictitious music group, it is obvious that the story will be accompanied by beautiful songs. The one Sun Jae wrote for Sol is really beautiful and I'll be listening to it long after I finish watching the series.
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SUNJAE YAAAA
Seriously, every second I watched this drama made me cure my depression, Im Sol and Sunjae's personality and seeing how one is more cheerful and outgoing while the other is more closed... THIS CONTRAST IS WONDERFUL AND I LOVE HOW IT WAS IMPLEMENTED.I must mention some flaws in the drama, especially regarding the power of freezing time and how it was poorly used!! Im Sol could have escaped from that killer so much more easily, I don't get WHY SHE REMAIN SILENT!!😭 Also, the time travel issue was a bit confusing from my point of view, but the other factors incredibly raised my average for this drama.
A light, cute drama with a touching romance was definitely Lovely Runner for me!!🥺 So I end up giving 10/10 👅.
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A difficult birth?
Maybe this series suffers from the difficult birth it had, with a slow start in production. I think that its origin as a webtoon does show in the characterisation of the lead actors and the way in which the dialogue has a "comic book" quality. It did take me a while to get used to that but it the end it doesn't seem to matter.The two lead actors, Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon quite simply acted their socks off and all the cast were directed to blend in together admirably. I did struggle a bit with the time slipping which was a necessary part of the story but as an older citizen, I just accepted that I didn't need to know what date it was in every scene and just sit back and enjoy it.
My family has been touched by suicide, related to that of Korean pop idols and I wanted to let your cast and production team know that the storyline is all good as far as I am concerned. Conversations about suicide are always helpful and are not disrespectful.
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Special
Lives up to the hype. I'm glad they got their happy ending, watching it was really an adventure because there's so much that happened in those 16 episodes. I loved Like a Dream by Minnie - really made the story feel more heartbreaking ofcourse alongside Sudden Shower. Also, both acted their hearts out. The story was good but it was made even more special because of their chemistry. I keep thinking they really suit each other so well whilst watching this and also the fact that they look SO alike.I don't think I've seen a drama couple look more alike than they do???
So yeah if you're wondering whether to watch it, you should give it a try. Also, adult Im Sol looked so stunning! I loved her hairstyles and outfits so much, I do't know I couldn't help but take notice of that.
I'm not one into rewatching anymore hence the rewatch rating but this was GOOD.
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A Time-Travel Romance That’s Both Fun and Heartfelt
Lovely Runner is a delightful mix of time-travel fantasy and romantic drama, offering a story that feels both magical and relatable. While the premise plays with destiny and second chances, what makes it shine is the sincerity of its emotions—capturing the sweetness of young love while also exploring deeper themes of loss, hope, and perseverance.The lead actors bring the story to life with natural chemistry that makes every interaction feel heartfelt and genuine. Their performances balance humor, tenderness, and emotional vulnerability in a way that resonates long after the episode ends. The pacing is engaging, weaving together moments of lighthearted fun with touching, sometimes bittersweet turns.
If you’re looking for a romance that combines charm, laughter, and heartache with a touch of fantasy, Lovely Runner is a warm, emotional journey worth taking.
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it worked, I watched the first two episodes about 5 times I feel like I know what's going to happen every minute and couldn't wait for the rest. I cried
like a little kid (especially in the last two episodes
but otherwise I've been wondering since the first episode what it's like beautiful XD), she laughed until I couldn't stop laughing breathe and as I say with actors who are great so I'm telling you, this cast was so damn good. real, everyone's character fit so well that it They just WERE THEM. This kdrama deserves it much much greater response, because for me it's "one of the most beautiful series I've ever seen" I actually had the feeling for a moment that there I stand with the main character and experience it all with I cursed her once for her decision and reaction in one situation but in another I of course there was support xd. In life I will protect you next to you from now on. I screamed sm in episode 15, seriously, this is one of the most beautiful series and I hope everyone doesn't forget it. And Im Sol's grandma (Mal Ja if I remember correctly) said something amazing "even if the brain doesn't remember memories, they are hidden in the soul. Where else would they go?" Or everyone's beloved little brother Im Sol (I think it was Geum xd) "when you get something you always have to lose something, happiness always costs something". And of course we can't forget the beautiful ost that I listen to day and night THANK YOU. Thank you so much to everyone who participated in this series, who even came up with something like this because it's really wonderful and I'm extremely grateful to them. They did a great job!
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Best drama of 2024!!!!
As you can see other peoples review on this drama i don't think this is DISAPPOINTMENT,OVERHYPED or anything?For me this is very cute and best drama of 2024!!! This was my second time i was watching a time travelling drama and i really enjoy time travelling dramas like twinkling watermelon was my first time travelling drama i was very excited this time also and it turn out wayyy to good than i expected!!
ACTING/CASTING: The acting of cast was very good and accurate. The cast was very good like main lead as woo seok was very perfect for type of sunjae character he was prefect and female lead as kim hyeon was also prefect. The other actors acting was also very goooddd!!!!
OST: I don't notice OSTs very much but the OST was very gooodd like at point!!
STORYLINE: Storyline was likeee oh my goddd it was very GOOODDDDDDD!! In a type of time travelling drama this storyline is veryyy gooddd but i cuted 1 mark for story i'll tell you why in the end.
There is a idol who is stressed and suffering from depression but looked fine infront of his fans but one day he was very stressed and then he sucide.
Then there is this girl who is his big fan she consider him as her husband but then when she heard he sucided and she is on wheelchair i forget to mention this and he died on 1 january 12:00 she was crying and somehow she is travelled to 2021. She is in his school trying her best to get along with him and trying her best to save him from dying.
Now I will tell you why 1 cuted mark. I cuted it because in some scenes are too bland and simple that i thought they turn out to be above than my expectations but they didn't. But it's fine the whole drama was very gooodddddd as i explained earlier. It is a must try if you are someone who is in time travelling genre. It is amazing trust meee😭🫶🏻
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