Study Group

I´ll add this into the category of “Short & fun”

This was the perfect show to watch whilst I was in bed with a cold. Overall, it´s a very fun show with likeable characters and a simple plot. Don´t expect a masterpiece from this one but I´m still happy I watched this and I´m looking forward to a continuation of the show.

What I Liked:
- I genuinely liked a lot of the characters, including some of the villains. Would like to see even more of the side characters backstories.
- It did not drag, and the second half of the show is as good as the second half, which is not always the case for Kdramas.
- Yes, it´s unrealistic but to be honest I didn´t mind it at all? Its not trying to be realistic and grounded. Its clearly supposed to be a bit goofy. I usually don´t like when live action shows are shot like the webtoons (or Animes) but I didn’t mind it here.
- The intro slaps!

What I liked less:
- The show does not really have any emotional weight to it. The stakes are very low and it´s to a certain extent predictable. This makes the show lack an emotional punch (jokes) and ends up a little bit flat.
- I´m writing this after S2 has been announced. However, I finished the drama prior to the announcement so I will still add this point here: I feel like the ending was too open ended? I do think a S2 makes sense for this drama because there are quite a few characters that was a bit underdeveloped that I would love to see more of. The end also felt a bit rushed, and I ended up being a big confused to be honest.

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Review

Okay, so i finished watching this drama. I have also read it's webtoon. first of all I would give straight 8.5 ratings even though everything was nice. it was apt with the webtoon and according to a drama this should be perfect. if this was not based on a webtoon I would have definitely rates 10. I was expecting more of study group's fight and anticipated ga min's and pi han ul's fight to be more intense than shown. they have missed many major plots. first they have not shown the geon yeop's part of revenge and actions. second they have not included the orphan Chinese guy who also fights against the yeonbaek people. these people fight against them in a ring and gm coming back from airport and supporting them in the end. then the construction sight there's a guy who also fights on par with ga min. and his energy drink. i remember these major points. I hope they bring S2 and s3 focusing on these.
Thank you!


I would recommend everyone to watch it and I am not disappointed with this direction and writing of script. worth the watch.

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"if society were like this school..."

So says one of the characters in Study Group. Is Korean society in some ways like that school?

The biggest hindrance to upward mobility - the ability of a person born into poor circumstances to improve their financial situation - is corruption. As the baddie in drama says, "I can give them anything they want, money or connections." Using this ability he controls all the students at school, as well as the administration who run the school, as well as the police who try to investigate his crimes. He can do this, because he is the son of a chaebol, who also controls all the resources.

In books I have read coming out of Korea at the moment, there is a growing sense of despair among young people about their future. They work so hard to get an education, and then they struggle to get a job. The job market is competitive, and the system favors networks and connections, so for an outsider there is little chance of breaking in. Once in, they face long hours and bullying bosses. There is a sense that there is no hope for young people to achieve anything of value in their lives.

This is the backdrop to this drama. However, the drama tries to instill hope. If you work hard, you can make progress. Corrupt people can be called to account. Getting good grades is not everything, but helping your friends, supporting each other, you can have a worthwhile life. This is the message of hope this drama would like to spread.

For this reason, it is uplifting, as well as funny and a very entertaining watch.

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“I Create Opportunities Even in Hellish Situations”

A struggling student is determined to improve his grades despite his track record & inability to successfully study. To overcome this “flaw”, he forms a study group at his new school. But the school hierarchy isn’t okay with this new change, so the ML finds himself constantly having to defend & protect his new friends from the countless bullies. Thankfully, what he lacks in an ability to study he makes up for with his dynamite fighting skills. Look out, suckas, there’s a new her in class!

This is a really well-made drama. From the story, to the special effects, to the cast - it was all very well done. The pacing is good as it’s constantly moving the plot forward without much time to “slack”. Only having 10 episodes keeps it from dragging in the middle or relying on lots of filler scenes. Something’s always happening or about to happen so it keeps the viewers’ focus. And the fight scenes are just… whoa. I won’t even attempt to do them justice with my messy review, you just need to witness the awesomeness of the scenes for yourself.

Be warned this is bloody & gory. They don’t pull their punches (pun intended 😉). This drama is filled with fight scene after incredible fight scene. It’s dark & disturbing because it’s realistic in the horrors of HS (though I sincerely hope no HS is as bad as this fictional one!) It delves into the horrific world of bullying & how much damage it can cause. It tells the heartbreaking stories of so many youth who don’t necessarily want to be bad, they’re simply trying to survive & made the wrong choices. I loved seeing so many of the bully figures redeem themselves in the end - proving that sometimes people just need a chance to change & someone to show them the way while believing in them to succeed (like the ML & the wonderful teacher do here).

Alongside the gritty, though, is the geeky & cheesy to shed some light & bring some balance. It’s heartwarming & freakin’ hilarious because the ML is so totally clueless about everything that you can’t help but adore him. Kudos to Hwang Min Hyun for bringing this role to life so spectacularly! And, honestly, a round of applause for the rest of the cast too because they all did phenomenal in their respective roles. Villains, heroes, & grey characters alike! 👏🏻

The study group’s motto (taken from the ML) is:
“I create opportunities even in hellish situations”

They live up to this standard. Their perseverance & determination in the face of such huge adversity is admirable. The teamwork & bonds of friendship that develop are a joy to behold, not just between the initial five, but those outside the study group as well. The teacher is included in this, too, as she fights to protect her students & seek justice for her late mentor. {And can I just say that the scenes of the students protecting her are freakin’ awesome?!}

All it takes is one single person to make a change. One small spark to start a flame. One small ripple to create a wave.

Evil can’t be left to rule the masses - these students are brave enough to stand in its way. And I heard there’s a confirmed 2nd season so I can’t wait to see what’s in store for them next….

*****As a complete side note: this cast is overflowing with gorgeousness so if the spectacular fight scenes & wonderful storyline don’t do it for you, then the amazing eye candy will 🫠*****

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Absolutely Amazing!

This drama is one of the best, filled with action, comedy and friendship goals (in a fictional setting, of course)

The Story:
Although I haven't read the webtoon, the story is fun and exciting. The end of the season is definitely hinting to another season, but the season itself is solid, introducing the main squad and their backstory, as Ga Min helps them along the way. Yes, the story is not realistic but that's what makes it amazing. Adding that almost fantasy element into it brings it back to the webtoon and makes it more comical and epic. The irony with Ga Min with his studies compared to his results is a great opener to the story, and makes him relatable to many but also makes you curious why he's so passionate (which I assume will be explained further down in the series). The direction and the cinematography of how this is done, is so great and comical. It makes you hooked the whole time.

The characters:
Everyone on 'Ga Min's' side is adorable and are such strong characters individually, that when they all come together it's a huge power moment. Even though the season was just ten episodes, the character development with each character is not rushed and makes you love the characters so much more. In saying that, there is a lot more to be discovered and something to look forward to as well. Personally, the main antagonist, Pi Han Ul, is an amazing antagonist. He's not just a smart student, but his desire to even topple his father is a great enemy character. Compared to other high school villains, it's not just the brains but also physical strength that Han Ul has, or vice versa. He has a nice character balance with Ga Min, who is pure and simple minded compared to our antagonist.

The action and the OST's:
The intro and outro of every episode brings the hype by double. the whole soundtrack is gold.
This with the action scenes are a perfect match, it's the highlight each episode.

Overall, this show isn't a full 10 out of 10 due to it's somewhat incompletion, but it's amazing. The characters, the action, the emotion, the songs, everything is great. Following it's webtoon, this cartoon/anime like show is great for people who love comical yet intense battle series', you will absolutely love this one. It's nice and short and will make you want more.

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So much fun!

This was a blast to watch! The cast was phenomenal, the fight scenes were entertaining, and overall it had a pretty great message. This is the best found family story I’ve seen in a while so that was greatly appreciated. I also really liked that the female characters mattered and we even get 2 kickass female fighters.

The show did humor really well and I laughed out loud quite a few times. The set ups for jokes were done well. There’s tons of swearing but it was done in a way that actually made sense. So, kudos to the writers for knowing how to use swear words well and correctly.

The stand out relationships to me were between the 2 girls and the number 2 student and Ga Min. But overall, I liked the group.

My only real issue was with the show was the “oh no, the study group is being broken up” plot happens like 3 times. It got a bit repetitive which was confusing because I honestly think this show could’ve either been a couple episodes shorter or a few longer.

If they’d expanded on the other members of the study group finding their own ways to help out with the gang problem and expanded on the blond guy being a part of the group, it could’ve been longer. Especially with the training sequences. I also would’ve liked some more background on the dead teacher’s son. He’s barely in the show, to be honest. If they’d cut down to maybe just 1 “oh no, the group is breaking up” plot, it could’ve been shorter.

Regardless, this was a lot of fun! I look forward to seeing these cast members again. Especially the lead actor. He did a really great job!

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that was an epic drama super exciting

that was a very good one to watch very exciting drama that makes you sit on your nerve
the story is good and every episode is fun and exciting you will never feel bored watching
though I still feel like Hwang Min Hyun's acting is kinda weak but yeah the action scenes were lit despite the fact it was a bit too much that itself was fun cause I felt like I was reading a manga or watching an anime so it was really good
the soundtrack was perfect every song really suited the drama vibe and made the scenes more exciting
also, that scene when Si Hoon was telling ga min what If that school resembles the outside society was so true though
even the script was really good
that fight scene between Gamin and Pi Haneol was epic

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This school is chaos and I loved every second of it

Study group has this intense, chaotic high school setting. There's bullying, gang fights, and even a student fighting ranking app (yes, seriously). But at the heart of all that madness is Yun Ga Min, a determined 10th-grader who just wants to study and succeed, no matter what.

What makes this drama so special is how well it balances the grit and violence with real emotional depth. Ga Min is such a bright light. His endless optimism and that stubborn refusal to quit studying is honestly inspiring.

The other characters are so good too. Each character adds something unique to the mix. The study group with their friendship and teamwork, for instance.

The drama does a great job of pacing. There’s always something happening, whether it’s a gang conflict, a personal crisis, or just an emotional moment that hits you out of nowhere. The fights are wild, kind of comic-booky at times. And the ranking app was such a clever plot device to show how toxic the school culture is.

One of the best things, though, is how the show mixes in humour and hope. Ga Min’s kind of naive, but in a charming, heartwarming way. He brings so much positive energy, and watching the study group come together and stand up to the system is just so satisfying. The family dynamics are another layer that really gets you, especially with Se Hyeon’s backstory and others like Hyeon Wu and Ji Wu. So, it’s not just about school flights.

What I loved:

Ga Min’s drive: He just doesn’t quit.

Layered characters: Everyone has a story, and the drama gives them room to grow.

The study group: Their bond is such a bright spot and reminds you how powerful friendship can be.

It dives into serious issues like family pressure, bullying, etc.

Killer soundtrack.

Fight scenes: A bit over-the-top(I know. It's based off of a web toon) but still fun.

What didn’t totally work for me:

The cast looks older than high schoolers

Other than that, it's definitely worth watching.

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one of the best series in 2025 + good manhwa adaptation !!!

that was so good genuinely one of the best dramas of 2025. I was looking for good new dramas this whole year until now and I found the ones I watched boring without action, but this one is genuinely worth all the time and I finished it in 1 day (maybe I was bedrotting) .
The manhwa is adapted super well imo and the feeling of a manhwa is definitely there with the sounds, acting, vfx and so on, it definitely feels like you're watching the mahwa unfold in front of you :)
also if you watched weak hero class 1 and liked it, this is def worth the time + it has a great mix of comedy, action and drama !!

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cutesy and fun

i loved the vibes of this drama it was the perfect amt of silly but also having a serious plotline! the ml is so fun to see the life of and idk the nature of this drama was very refreshing although it's a school corruption kdrama which sometimes are just like too dark for my liking just cuz it's such an overused kdrama theme lmao. it felt very cute webtoony idk i can't put my thoughts into words i think this is losing out on a super high rating from me only cuz i thought the storyline felt a bit flat. like it just kinda fell into place by the end and not really through smt crazy which isnt fun for a 10 ep kdrama so i felt like not much really happened but at least it seemed like maybe s2 would come out in a bit which is exciting!!

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