fabulous drama
This is one of the best Dramas I have watched this year. The Story was fabuous. I am not into Revenge Dramas but I am so glad I watched this one. The firste Episode was enough to hook me. Great Story Wonderful actors and really satisfying outcome. The Male lead is still excellent and gorgeous. The female lead was truly amazing. Overall I recommend this . 12 Episodes was plenty. I cannot for the life of me understand why any one would take the time to leave a nasty Review. It spoils it for others and demeans the effort made by everyone involved in the process. So if you don't ike something don't waste your time spoiling it for everyone else. Keep quiet. No one cares .Was this review helpful to you?
Break My K-drama slump
It's 10 on 10.It's been a long time since I saw such wholesome drama. Love both leads and the chemistry is sizzling. I loved the female lead, never seen any of her previous work but in this drama, she is absolutely gorgeous with her acting and looks.
Been a fan of Sung Joon, since I have watched OK Venus, He did great too with his stunning physique and did better acting than his previous roles.
The revenge is awesome and the best thing is no redemption plot. This is how you do a drama.
Hats off to the makers and all cast and crew.
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Assista e tire suas conclusões.
Eu comecei esse dorama quando tava lançando mas os primeiros episódios eu achei tão chato que dropei, essa semana comecei dnv pulando os episódios que tinha assistido. Assim, talvez por que eu leio muito webtoon eu achei tudo a mesma coisa , mesmo enredo meio arrastado em algumas partes... Os episódios finais eu achei meio "meh" pra falar a verdade. Em geral, acho que você tem de assistir pra saber se é do seu gosto ou não. Não é um dorama ruim só sinto que falta alguma coisa. Dou 8.0/10.0, não acho que é um dorama que reassistirei, talvez daqui a alguns anos eu dê uma nova chance e mude de perspectiva sobre este drama.Was this review helpful to you?
Modernized Makjang
If you're familiar with the Kdrama troupe, Makjangs are simple, overboard types of dramas that last for months. More like Traditional Korean dramas. This one is the exact same thing but with a shorter number of episodes.Story:
Minimal romance-based drama with lots of family plots! and a taste of Fantasy. that's it :) More like cat and mouse fights. Attacks and counterattacks, with some loose ends. but in this one, the villains got what they deserved and the underprivileged ones found peace. The leads had good chemistry and their relationship development was nice. but their on-screen time together was very minimal. Not so much skinship or kiss scenes. that's the only downside IMHO.
Acting:
All the cast were new to me except for SH. He has improved a lot since his previous roles. The villains acted quite proficiently and i think they wrapped everything up correctly.
OST:
A bit nonexistent. no comment here.
production:
This is not a high budget drama. you don't see glorious work settings or houses. The drama's shots are limited to two houses and a company. The visuals are average. as expected in Makjangs.
Overall, a decent revenge drama with a little romance in it.
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WATCH IT OR NOT?!!?
mhmm I'll keep it short.This short MAKJANG was actually quite entertaining and extremely surprising at times lol. The main theme here was definetly revenge and done correctly. Considering it was my first makjang experience that I can think of it was definitely a 10/10 in that sense.
I thought it was gonna have a sad ending or something boring or they are just gonna leave a cliffhanger but the ending was actually quite appropriate and fitting.
This was definitely a good drama and worth binging if you got time as each and every episode was great and had quite a few plot twists, I knew it was gonna be over the top being a makjang was so it was totally fine and made it quite entertaining and even funny at times.
I would recommend this for sure for people looking for a good drama to watch quickly and the romance in this was more of in little bursts and it was more plot orientated on the "Cinderella gone rouge" aspect.
Well that's it for this short review, hope it was helpful.
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Awesome ?
Firstly I would like to apologize to whoever is reading this I know this is way to long. the system was letting me submit until I reached the word let so 😞.(I hope you read it till the end). THANK YOU! 😊I absolutely adored this drama! It not only entertained me, but it also allowed me to relive cherished memories from the past. The manga that inspired this drama was truly remarkable, and I couldn't help but dive into its pages. It served as a beautiful reminder of bygone days. The performances of the female and male leads were nothing short of extraordinary. Their acting provess truly shone through, capturing the essence of their characters with such authenticity and depth. It was a delight to witness their talent unfold on the screen, leaving me in awe of their abilities. I understand that this message might not reach many people, but I cannot stress enough how highly I recommend this drama. It resonated with me on a profound level, offering solace and strength during even the most difficult times. The story's portrayal of familial challenges, where one's own family becomes an adversary, struck a chord within me. It reminded me that, no matter the circumstances, one can find the courage to persevere.If you're looking for a captivating drama that will touch your heart and leave a lasting impression, this is it. Trust me, it's worth every minute of your time. And for those who are interested, I'm more than happy to share the name of the manga. Just leave a reply, and I'll gladly provide it to you. I sincerely hope that you will enjoy this drama as much as I did. It has the power to uplift and inspire, reminding us of the strength we possess even in the face of adversity. So, grab some popcorn, sit back, and embark on this incredible journey. And remember, if you're interested in exploring the manga that inspired it all, just let me know. Happy viewing!
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Great Revenge Romance Drama
Perfect MarriageRevenge 📺:Viki
Melodrama, Time Traveling, Romance, Revenge
As a reader of the webtoon, I am very happy with this adaptation.
PROS:
◇The writing
◇The pacing, no filler episodes, and there was always something happening.
◇The changes made from the webtoon/ manhwa.
◇The intro and outro song.
(Meangingless by Collie & Halo by Yerim Sohn)
CONS:
◇The budget was low, but the whole product felt like an early 2000s Meolodrama (soap opera). So maybe it's not really a con.
◇I wish we would see more of the relationship of the leads in the 2nd half. I did read the webtoon, so this didn't bother me as much.
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Webtoon makjang done right
TL;DR - a 120 episode makjang drama condensed into 12 episodes done right. A much better version compared to the webtoon that has more depth and is overall, a fun watch that hits both dramatic and romantic moments that you expect from a Cinderella revenge story plot.I'm currently nearing the end of reading the webtoon version but can already say that this live action drama version, in my opinion, is much more enjoyable and digestible. The flow, script, and depth in this is much smoother and the actors do a great job enhancing their characters and making this story with its exaggerated characters from the webtoon, believable. The balance between the cute comedic moments to cheering for the FL during her revenge was so well done; it really made me hooked from the first episode without prior knowledge of the webtoon/plot.
A Cinderella revenge story that's entertaining, fleshed out, and easily watchable. FL in my opinion did a great job and was another reason I was hooked from the beginning. I've watched her since her daily 120 episode drama days and was glad to see her play a non-evil main lead. She really has improved over the years and this drama really showed her charms. The veteran actors and younger cast had great chemistry.
A watch that goes as you expect it to, cheesy flaws and all, but is still entertaining and well converted from its original format that gets you hooked from the start.
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okay
"Okay, so let's talk about 'Perfect Marriage Revenge' - it's like this high budget soap opera that you stumble upon, you know? The show's kinda hanging in there with an okay storyline, but let's be real, it's not winning any awards for quality. The acting is all over the place, but hey, it's what's keeping this ship from sinking completely. You've got your classic soap opera drama, the kind that's so over-the-top it's almost charming. But here's the kicker - there's this villain that's just, ugh, the worst. Like, you can't help but hate her guts, and her daughter? She's doing her best like she does petty things here and there , but honestly, she's just holding the crazy mom back. It's a wild ride, not gonna lie. If you're into high-budget melodrama and can forgive a bit of acting inconsistency, 'Perfect Marriage Revenge' might for you and i welcome to the teamWas this review helpful to you?
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Perfectly Vengeful
Perfect Marriage Revenge is not the kind of drama I typically get into, but every once in a while one catches my attention and I'll end up watching it. And what fun it was! Brought back to life after suffering a lifetime of abuse and neglect, Yi Joo comes back for revenge, but along the way finds love and the family she'd never dared to hope for. It's one of those dramas that you know is going to have a happy ending, but the ride to get there is a touch bumpy and the drama is delicious.I tend to struggle with Makjangs because they always feel slightly too long and somewhere in the middle things start to lag and I lose interest. At 12 episodes though, Perfect Marriage Revenge mostly avoided that issue because there was so much going on that there just wasn't a whole lot of time for filler nonsense. There's a fairy tale element here, I think someone mentioned Cinderella, which is certainly apt given the evil stepmother and sister vibe, but in this case, Cinderella is, in many ways, her own fairy godmother and the handsome prince is more than just a pretty face. Yi Joo spent her entire life as a door mat, letting pretty much anyone and everyone walk all over her. Yet, despite the extreme abuse she suffered, she refused to let it turn her bitter, at least until she's on her deathbed and begins to realize just how deep that abuse ran. Given a second chance at life, she sets out to take revenge on her adopted family and utterly destroy them for the pain they caused her. Her first move, is stealing her sister's love interest, who is all too willing to join forces with Yi Joo. Do Guk had fallen in love with Yi Joo before he even really met her, her paintings capturing him, and when they died on the same day, he wished for her to find the love she so desperately wanted. Also given a second chance at life, he throws his lot in with Yi Joo, determined to help her seek her revenge and make her fall in love with him along the way. Of course, it's not smooth sailing. Their enemies, namely Yi Joo's adopted mother and Do Guk's brother, aren't entirely stupid and they manage to win a few hands, but in the end, good prevails and evil falls. Being a soap opera, naturally you have to throw common sense out the window and just go along with the absurdity. There are plenty of twists and turns, most fairly obvious, but with one or two that actually did surprise me. The ending was a tad prosaic. Everything gets wrapped with a neat little bow and it's almost too perfect. Still given everything our leads went through, I suppose they deserve a non-dramatic ending. The pacing was decent all things considered. It did get a tad laggy about midway, mostly with repetitive scenes, particularly between our leads as they reassured each other that they were in this together and they would succeed. Yes, we got that the first five times you said it. But otherwise, things progressed pretty steadily.
Ah, the over the top characters, dramatically plotting, hunting down secrets and desperately trying to conceal secrets, righting the past and attempting to destroy the past. They're all larger than life and almost to a man, or woman, polarizing.
- Yi Joo is the perfect woman. Despite her family's abuse, she continued to go through life with a smile and refused to let their hatred tarnish her. But once she set her heart on avenging herself on them, she was ruthless, meticulously tearing them apart. The change in her from the first episode to the next is stark. Gone is the naive, trampled young woman and in her place is someone who knows her worth and is willing to go to bat for herself. While the need for that change is clear, it's still abrupt. And while not apparent in that first episode, it's quickly shown that she is a very intelligent woman, though how she has some of the knowledge she possesses is unclear. Her relationship with Do Guk, while slow moving, is overall well done as she grows to trust him and then to love him. Despite the drama surrounding them, their relationship is relatively drama free, save for when she discovers that he was also brought back. Even so, they maintain communication and soon overcome that obstacle. Yi Joo's character development, despite having a few moments where it stalls, is also well done. While Do Guk certainly serves as her biggest support, she is not without agency and is pivotal in changing her own life around.
- Do Guk is the perfect man to Yi Joo's perfect woman. Caring and loyal with a strong moral compass, he comes alongside Yi Joo to help her accomplish her mission in taking revenge on her family. Obviously taken by Yi Joo from their first meeting, it's not revealed until much later just how deep those feelings go. While the reasons Yi Joo fell in love with Do Guk are more obvious, Do Guk's reasons are more shrouded. His feelings originated from how her painting made him feel and grew from there. He serves as a safe space for her and she for him. His character development is much more subtle and yet it's still present as he comes to find his own purpose and gain the strength and courage to pursue it.
- Jung Hye is Yi Joo's deliciously malicious adopted mother. Rotten to the core with a cruel streak a mile wide, she made Yi Joo's life a living hell, until she comes back and Jung Hye finds that she's met her match. A woman willing to do absolutely anything to get ahead, she is a master manipulator. Lying comes as easily to her as breathing even when it comes to her own daughter. She's consistent in her vile ways until the bitter end when she's left with the knowledge that she has been utterly forsaken.
-Yoo Ra is the worshipped daughter of Jung Hye who can do no wrong. She looks down on her older sister because she's adopted, flirts with her sister's husband, and is a pampered princess. While not generally taking an active role in her mother's schemes, she attempts to do her own damage to Yi Joo and discredit her, though she's rather inept and her own reputation is damaged instead. Piece by piece she is brought down as she discovers she's not even her father's daughter, her mother has been lying to her, and she's pregnant with the wrong man's baby. I was concerned for a bit that they were going to go for a redemption arc with her, but was very glad they didn't as that just wouldn't be as satisfying.
- Jung Wook is Do Guk's conniving older brother. The presumed heir to the family's company, his moral compass points in the exact opposite direction as his brother's. Willing to cut corners, lie and cheat his way to success, there's very little he won't do to get ahead. Holding the event that left him with an injured leg over his brother's head, he actively seeks to leave Do Guk out in the cold, making home an uncomfortable place for him and reminding him of his supposed superiority. While Jung Wook never shows any remorse for what he does to his brother and Yi Joo, he is eventually brought down a few pegs when his father reveals that all the resentment he'd built up and held onto, blaming his father for abandoning his mother, was all for naught as it was in fact, his mother who abandoned them.
-Honorable mentions go to Do Guk's mother and grandmother who were both badass women in their own ways. I loved them both and how willing they were to accept Yi Joo as a member of their family. And, of course, can't forget Yi Joo's own mother who overcame so much to be reunited with her daughter. The one character I did feel a bit bad for and whose ending wasn't wholly deserved was Se Hyeok. There's certainly an element of he made his bed and now he has to lie in it, but he at least seemed to have actual remorse for his actions and was trying to turn over a new leaf. It's a pity that he couldn't escape Yoo Ra.
This series had a great cast that really embraced the drama. Jung Yoo Min was lovely as Yi Joo. She did a great job of combining Yi Joo's softness with an iron will. Sung Hoon was effortlessly charming as Do Guk with an added depth that gave the character dimension. Together their chemistry was a little more subtle, but also very much present. They didn't need excessive amounts of PDA to show that they loved each other. Lee Min Young did her job very well as I absolutely despised Jung Hye. Kang Shin Hyo as Jung Wook, however, was not as compelling. I certainly didn't like his character, but my feelings were much less strong when compared to how Jung Hye made me feel.
The production was quite good. I liked the cinematography. Possibly because painting and art work played a part in the story, there seemed to be a higher level of attention paid to color in the costumes, set, and design in general. It was very pleasing to look at. The women's costumes in particular were gorgeous. It was clear that a lot of time and effort was put into those. The men's, however, was lacking a bit and it would have been nice to see them given the same attention to detail.
Perfect Marriage Revenge is not a drama to take seriously or try to find sense in. It is a soap opera so anything goes, no matter how absurd. But there is humor to be found in the absurdity, fun in the drama, and satisfaction in the knowledge that good will triumph over evil.
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Bad Adaptation and Acting
If I hadn't read the webtoon, I wouldn't have even considered watching this drama. Not familiar with the female ML and the male ML always plays the same type of roles. The story doesn't follow the webtoon at all. Not only are things in different order, but they changed a lot. For example, the secretary also went back in time and died on the same day as the MLs, but that was never mentioned. Furthermore, his dad actually died...The webtoon also doesn't mention anything about art forgeries.I liked Ji Hee (Yura) in Penthouse and in older dramas where she had child roles, but she's just not suitable for the character of Yura. The high heels don't make her look older and her character just feels forced.
I'm really not sure how this drama has such a high rating...not recommended.
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Not So in Love With This Drama
There are two big reasons this drama didn’t land for me: the makjang and the revenge.As a makjang, it’s surprisingly tame. It lacks the full-throttle chaos and drama that make the genre so fun and addictive. Instead of leaning into the outrageousness, it plays it safe—which kind of defeats the point.
And as a revenge drama? It really isn’t satisfying with an S. The payoff doesn’t hit hard enough, and the buildup just doesn’t keep you on the edge of your seat the way great revenge arcs should.
The acting also didn’t help much. The younger cast felt a bit flat, and it was honestly the male veterans—Jeong Noh Min and Lee Byung Joon—who carried the weight of the show. Their presence gave some much-needed grounding and gravitas.
Overall, it’s not unwatchable, but it left me feeling underwhelmed. Not dramatic enough to be a good makjang, and not sharp enough to be a great revenge tale.
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