As an avid cdrama & kdrama fan’s point of view
setting aside the religious concerns from others. I’m mainly focusing on the comedy drama itself. Intruly enjoyed this! it was so fun to watch, Infond myself laughing, shedding tears, I felt the warmth. also the portrayals of the actors it was so good! Kim Woo-Bin & Suzy made me laugh, cry, and felt all those emotions. it may not be everyone’s cup of tea but to me it was so enjoyable! And dang the looks Suzy served?! it was awesome! Even the supporting cast was so hilarious!don’t get offended by this, sometimes we take things too seriously and have certain expectations, but life is too short, just live your life and enjoy the moments you have, genie make a wish isn’t perfect but to me I barely felt it since it was so on point with its funny scene and endearing moments. kudos to the whole cast for such a vibrant and telented team.
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Finally found the drama I was searching for… a true gem ??♂️
When I first saw the preview of this drama, I hesitated for days — should I watch it or not? But the moment I watched the first episode, there was no going back. I ended up finishing the whole drama in one go.From the very first episode, it never felt boring for even a second. The characters — the psychopath Ki Ka Young and Genie Iblis — were just perfect. Their personalities, chemistry, and growth made the story so addictive. The plot itself beautifully showed how people can be selfish inside and think only about themselves — but some moment was heartfelt especially when youtuber made his last wish for her wife.
As a fan of fantasy and rom-com dramas, this was exactly what I had been searching for.
About the ending — honestly, it wasn’t perfect, but it wasn’t bad either. When a drama ends tragically, we blame the writer for making us cry. But when they make a miracle and let both characters live, we still blame them for making it unbelievable 😅 What a joke, right? Personally, I’m just happy they got to live again — my head and heart felt so at peace after that.
And the acting… absolutely amazing. Suzy and Kim Woo Bin were outstanding, and the chemistry between them — whether they were fighting or being romantic — was at its peak as always. The supporting cast also did an incredible job.
I don’t remember much of the OST in detail, but every track blended perfectly with the story. Nothing ever felt out of place. And honestly, these two made me smile so much throughout the show 🥹❤️
If you haven’t watched it yet, please do. There are only a few dramas that I never regret spending my time on — and this is one of them. I rarely rewatch K-dramas, maybe just two or three in total, but if I could erase my memory and experience this one again, I absolutely would. It’s definitely worth rewatching.
Overall, Genie, Make a Wish is the drama I’ve been looking for — one I could finish in a single night without any boredom.
Some K-dramas just hit different 😭💫
Started with “just one episode”… ended up finishing Genie, Make a Wish in a day 😩❤️
The story, emotions, and chemistry — everything was just too good!
Now this is what real addiction looks like 😭✨
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A flawed fantasy that gave its best
Thus drama is one of the best fantasy dramas that I have seen in a long time. Recently fantasy dramas have fallen flat for me. This drama while flawed, is miles above its competitors. Bae Suzy never disappoints. She always gives her best and my god the cameos, they were soooo good. The meta jokes all landed. This is a really enjoyable and rewatchable show. The music is spot on, as well as casting. There were some flaws as to execution of some chracaters were messy. But ultimately the writers pulled through and gave us a solid series. Episode 9-12, I felt was going in circles, those epsidoes could have been a bit more coherent. That aspect of the show does reduce my ratings. Other than that the story is nothing new, if you have seen Dokkaebi, Bulgassal, Korean Odyssey...etc., it's pretty much on those lines/concepts.Was this review helpful to you?
Bae Suzy is amazing!
The drama could've been 8 episodes, the writing was great except the filler episodes were exactly that, if you miss them, you didn't miss much. Could've done without the lesbian love interest, (once you get the context, you understand). I think if they were going to do filler episodes, they could've given us more about the wishers.Bae Suzy is the star (I could be biased) trying to not spoil anything but she did the role justice. I will say the growth of her character is written well.
I highly recommend this if you're a Bae Suzy fan arguably her best work. I recommend if you are interested in romcoms, this is one of the better dramas in the genre this year.
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Goblin without stakes and melo
I have watched 4 episodes and i find it very entertaining. The meter is different, but if you are having similar expectations, it's super fun.Not a masterpiece/ must watch but does not deserve all the hate and criticism I am seeing
Edit : Finished after a Sunday binge. I loved the beats of the story and the performance, but definitely could have been packaged better. It felt choppy and rushed especially in the last few episodes. I feel that the direction is sloppy and would have fared much better if they spent some more effort on the packaging, cuz this is such a waste for this story.
Honestly this was a Genie solo carry job, characterization wise and Kim Woo Bin wise too. I liked Suzy acting as well, it was on point and I loved the chemistry but character's depth was not explored. The other main leads had barely any screen time, loved Sade and Irem tho whenever they appeared.
This is definitely better than secret garden or DoTS imo
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Binge watched the whole thing
I'm seeing a lot of hate on this show that I don't really understand. I actually really enjoyed watching and wanted to finish the series as quickly as possible. while maybe the pacing could have been different or some of the subplots more flushed out, I really loved the interactions between the main leads. the interactions between the grandmother and as friend were also memorable as well. I could see people hating on this for maybe the religious reasons about belief of angels and their responsibilities, but if you remove those prejudices I think the story is quite interesting. I thought the visuals were lovely and the CGI was well done. I could easily recommend this drama and recommend people giving it a chance even if it's getting rated poorly.Was this review helpful to you?
Genie, Make a Wish ****Beautiful but Incomplete Magic
A charming drama with heartfelt moments, but I just wish the story had a little more depth and time to shine. I really liked this drama, but it didn’t completely feel like Kim Eun Sook’s usual writing. Something was missing , maybe the emotional depth or stronger storytelling. The 13 episodes felt a bit rushed, and the story didn’t do full justice to its potential, which left me a little disappointed ☹️The main leads were the highlight for me. Their performances were beautiful, and their chemistry was so natural and captivating , it truly brought the story to life. I also loved the special cameos. Song Hye Kyo looked like a real fairy , so graceful and magical. She totally needs to do a fantasy rom-com drama one day; she’d be perfect for it. Daniel Henney and Kim Ji Hoon’s cameos were amazing, adding extra elegance and star power. I really loved Ahn Eun Jin and Steve Noh too; their performances were incredible.
The OST was perfect and matched every emotional moment so well 👍🏻
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✨ Genie, Make a Wish — A Mesmerizing Blend of Fantasy, Emotion & Fate
I’ll be honest — I went into Genie, Make a Wish without any prior attachment to the cast. I hadn’t watched a single K-drama of Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy before this. But wow… this series turned out to be an absolute gem. It’s that perfect mix of fantasy, emotion, and breathtaking visuals that keeps you glued from the very first episode. The entire concept of wishes, consequences, and celestial balance feels both mythic and deeply human.Kim Woo-bin as Iblis completely stole the show for me. His performance is magnetic — full of quiet strength, charm, and depth that lingers. Then there’s Bae Suzy as Ka-young, who brings a graceful emotionality to every scene. She feels both ethereal and grounded, and their contrasting energies complement each other perfectly. Even without knowing their previous works, I found myself completely invested in their characters’ journeys.
Sade and Ireum also deserve praise for adding richness and mystery to the world. They give off this aura that makes every scene they’re in feel significant — like they know something the audience doesn’t. The supporting cast elevates every moment, creating a delicate balance of humor, tension, and heart. The world-building feels grand yet intimate, filled with mythic undertones that pull you deeper with each episode.
Everything — from the cinematography and direction to the hauntingly beautiful OST — feels crafted with love. Genie, Make a Wish made me believe in the beauty of fantasy dramas again. It’s emotional, enchanting, and visually stunning. And coming from someone who’s been obsessed with Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (Goblin) for 8 long years now — that’s saying something. This show carries that same spark of wonder, fate, and emotional resonance that stays with you long after it ends. Must watch for Supernatural Korean drama fans.
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Better than Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938
The opinions on this show are really polar - people either really love it or really hate it. I don't get the hate. I rate this as an in-between. This show is entertaining but not something I'd want to rewatch. But it's tonnes better than Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938 which I wouldn't even call a drama. I'd call that a series of comedy skits - strung together pieces of acting that don't have a cogent storyline or plot. It's just watching famous actors say stupid lines with a nice backdrop for scenery. And that got a 8.8, go figure.This is similar - famous actors and very nice scenery (ep1 in Dubai), however, has a semblance of a plot. The hate probably comes from the fact that there's no young love and young idols to swoon at, and has an anti-social theme. I do notice that fantastic anti-social dramas that feature blood, gore and murder tend to do very poorly on this platform. However the humour is on-point. I love the clever in-jokes eg the digs at the whole Marvel vs Netflix universes and copyright! Maybe I'm also partial to shows set in the countryside.
The only downside is that everything quite verbose and it makes my head hurt. Thankfully the entire season has dropped all at once. I wouldn't be wanting a second season but I enjoy binge-watching this.
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funny & unexpected
I was curious to watch this kdrama after seeing some mixed reviews. Definetly enjoyed it, had some good laughts. I loved the acting, story line & characters. Nothing too complicated but fun to watch. All actors did a magnificant job, specialy main leads. And yet each character had a story that was covered nicely.The decor and landscape are amazing as well.
Perhaps it got bed reviews if you dont like this kind of humour.
For my taste: it was a delight to watch and discover each episode the quirkiness of the characters.
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Kim Woo Bin and Bae Suzy
The drama is light with lots of comedy, and although there are many unrealistic things, it's a fantasy drama so there's no need to overthink it. Every episode is entertaining and makes you want to keep watching.The visuals of both the actor and actress are amazing, and this is Suzy's best partner so far.
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Loved it
If you like fantasy series, this one is a truly unique and amazing show. The storyline feels fresh, the world-building is beautifully done, and the chemistry between the main leads is just perfect. The setting, the visuals, and even the soundtrack make it worth watching more than once. I surely reccomend it.Was this review helpful to you?
