Adults…adulting
Normally, I can’t say if this would have been a fave based off of trailers but I was wrong. There are no over exaggerating scenes. There is nothing that seems to be so far removed that one can’t possibly relate to it. A simple office or workplace romance and nosy supportive coworkers/ employees.Besides the bad guy getting her karma, it’s nothing that’s cliche about it, other than that. Oh, and the Fl’s past is another cliche that I will add, but it doesn’t take away from the story’s overall significance and ability to be worthwhile to you, the viewer.
Good watch.
Great build up to a beautiful love story.
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Good Enough
Korean Drama '' Love Scout '' is a slow burn love story with chill vibes.The drama is indeed a slow burn, from the atmosphere, which was perfect for the story, to the romance, which was well paced and the couple shared enough sweet and romantic moments as well as chemistry. The office drama was interesting as well, though the small 'cases' that the company was 'hunting' that were the most entertaining and touching.
Also the family dynamics were sweet and blended nicely with the main story.
However, there were things that the drama didn't manage that well, like the love triangle, the 'evil' business competitor, and the background story-trauma.
The performances, finally, were all great by everyone in the cast.
So, overall, six out of ten.
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Mature love
FL and ML are adults, mature and responsible people and so they know what is important and they make it happen.They communicate, they do not hold back, hide. deny, pretend or play games.
This kdrama is very educational, you get to see how grownups live.
And I think this is for more mature audience. There is no drama in his kdrama :) The drama is about two people who do not waste time. When they are confused, they sit down and think about it and then take action to clarify it with the other and to move on in a positive way. NO DRAMA HERE.
so you get to see the plot that is not soapy nor boring but is about solving daily life for real. Extremely useful.
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HEARTWARMING TAKE ON A MATURE RELATIONSHIP
The most heartwarming, well-developed and healthy relationship I've seen in a drama, complemented by an outstanding supporting cast, cinematography, and original soundtrack. Not one moment or scene dragged or was boring. It was interesting to get a real insight into the headhunting business through the stories of the different candidates and employees. But most of all it was beautiful to see how supportive the office environment was at Peoplez, and how they were all there for each other through thick and thin.Han Ji Min was commendable, really bringing emotions and depth to her role as the CEO. Kang Ji Hyun was so confident and admirable in how resolute and dedicated she was to her work. Yu Eun Ho is a complete green forest, so well-mannered, and patient and the bestest father to little Byul. Lee Jun Hyuk was made to be the male lead, he was so charming. Give this man more romantic roles, he's brilliant. The supporting cast is always what makes or breaks a drama for me, and once again it was perfection here. All the cast, crew, writers and director did an amazing job with LOVE SCOUT, which is now 100% part of my all-time comfort watches.
Special shoutout to the OST, my number one love when it comes to kdramas, and yet again it was the most comforting soundtrack ever, just like the rest of the drama.
Please watch this without any doubts, it was one of the best dramas to start the year off for me.
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A fresh take on Boss-secretary dynamics
Love scout is like a fresh take on Boss-secretary love story. Since what's wrong with secretary Kim there has been a number of dramas on the same line, It's the usual storyline rich boss falling in love with ultra poor employee lots of hardship a kiss and happily ever after blehhhh... the same formula in different bottles.Love scout is different a strong career oriented female lead and an equally strong male lead falling in love and becoming each others support. This drama does not lag and the story runs at a good pace and as the story revolves around a scouting company each episode offers a new story of people in different field. There is no complicated misunderstanding [the couples solve their issue within 1 episode and I like it ;) ], no cliched love triangle, no unrealistic world problems. Love scout is a plain beautifully written realistic romantic drama.
The cast did their part beautifully ( though at times I found the male lead to be a little stiff), the cinematography is chefs kiss.
Love scout is a good drama to start 2025 do give it a watch
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Best kdrama so far for 2025
I really enjoyed it. The OST is so good. The ML and FL had great chemistry. The acting was believable and moving. Supporting cast was really good too. The child actors are my favorite from any series. The series moved along without any unnecessary filler. There is a need for season 2! I really hope the writers and producers really consider a second season. It could be 10 or 12 episodes.Was this review helpful to you?
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A Feel Good Story With A Great Cast
I just loved this Kdrama! I'm trying to think if there were any moments that I thought it lagged, or if something was not realistic, or if the adults in the story were made to act too juvenile, and I really can't think of any. The two main leads carried the story and really did such a good job. They were both career adults who carried responsibilities on their shoulders that they took very seriously which shaped their personalities. Finding each other, and working together softened and balanced each other out. The storyline was not overly romantic, and definitely did not have the weird juvenile, awkward moments that some dramas have, but allowed these two adults to develop feelings for each other and play this out in an adult fashion. Although there was one awkward scene where the ML was sleeping but erect like a statue which was unrealistic, but it passed quickly and I forgot about it as the storyline progressed. The secondary couple was cute (I was cheering them on), I loved the office staff, the two main children were adorable, the secondary characters were sublime (I really want a bookstore like that to hang out in), and everyone needs an Omoni like Lee Jeong Sun. The OST was wonderful. I will be downloading many of these songs. This is the type of drama that I will come back to again and again because it leaves the viewer with such a wonderful feeling. Well done to all who were part of this production!!PS--I have to be honest that a little of the draw for me were the filming locations. I visited Seoul last year and stayed in the Insadong area. Several parts of this drama were filmed in and around Insadong. I dunno---it just made me connect to this drama more so than I have with other dramas. Loved it.....just loved it!!!
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Fun and Mature!
I really enjoyed this! A mature, feel-good type of drama with some fun scenes. Super wholesome too, I really loved seeing the female lead with the male lead’s child… Their friendship was super cute and heartwarming. The chemistry between the leads was also so good, they had great tension in the beginning and developed great chemistry throughout the show. Only thing, I didn’t care for the business drama towards the end of the series… So, I skipped it lol. We need more cute and mature romances like this, this was so fun🥰🌹Was this review helpful to you?
Utterly boring and unrealistic!
The first half was fine, then it went downhill fast. The last episode was absolutely nothing - just happy couples frolicking around town and the montage of their relationship history. I'm glad it was just 12 episodes because it seems the writers ran out of ideas and dialog around Episode 10.I really wanted to like this show because the story involved real and mature adults, rather than stories of high school hi-jinks. I especially like Han Ji-yoon and have seen many of her shows. Her acting was good here, too bad the screenwriter failed her. She would have been perfect as the female lead in Love Your Enemy. Don't get me wrong - I like Jung Yu- mi but I believe she was the wrong actress for that lead female role.
I definitely will not rewatch this show.
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A Cozy Connection
Love Scout" offered a refreshing take on the typical and traditional office romance tropes by flipping the power dynamics. In a clever role reversal, the FL Kang Ji Yun is a strong and authoritative CEO while the ML takes the role of a compassionate and attentive secretary who can almost do everything, efficiently and in the best-organised manner.This power shift brought a fresh vibe, letting both the characters grow and be seen uniquely.
Kang JiYun plays the role of CEO of Career Way who has a tough exterior but she isn't mannerless or an airhead. She is a confident and assertive woman, who always backs her decisions with logic. While she approaches most situations with a rational mindset, she knows when to incorporate emotions, using them thoughtfully when the moment calls for it.
Yoo Eun Ho in my eyes was the definition of a perfect male lead - organised, reliable and just an absolute green flag. His organization skills honestly blew me away like, I need to take notes from him in real life.
Beyond his impressive work ethic, Eun Ho was also an incredibly supportive and loving father. His relationship with his daughter, Byeol was nothing short of heartwarming and adorable, making their moments together so touching to watch. He is also that guy who is always there for everyone, literally in the right place at the right time, ready to help whenever, a true people's man indeed.
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Fluff
Personally, I only watch romantic comedies if I think the leads are good looking enough. The plot is usually too dry for the drama to be judged on it. For Love Scout, it meets all the minimum criteria, but it's just not that great.I say that I don't care about the story, but I have massive gripes about it. The main conflict was wrapped up way too quickly, and hurdles in their relationship were overcome so easily that you wonder why they even angst over it in the first place. Even 12 episodes seemed a bit too long. There were so many things they could have explored with the headhunter profession, but they barely scratched the surface. The secondary romance also felt like an afterthought.
Acting wise, good but not amazing. I actually like Han Ji-min a lot because she's pretty reserved as an actor. There's more nuance to her performance compared to her other Korean counterparts. However, I do think that she has tendencies to go a little OOC in the lovey dovey bits. She's definitely better in melodramas. For Lee Jun-hyuk, he has very little to work with. His character is just "perfect", and so there's very little to expand on.
The music is fantastic. I actually wanted to score the show 7.5 because I think there is zero depth to the plot. But, the OST is so good that even though I normally put zero weight on it, I had to get it to an 8. One of the best I've heard, no doubt.
If you want just a light, fun watch, you can check this out. Don't expect too much of a story.
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One of Favorite Watch, A Dreamy Romance!
Headhunters can be ethical and moral, it is a general misconception that they poach talents!Starring Han Ji Min, Lee Joon Hyuk in lead roles, “Love Scout” encompasses a dreamy romance between a headstrong headhunter and her competent secretary. There is nothing new or novel about this premise so what makes this show any different? Han Ji Min shines in her portrayal of CEO Kang Ji Yun, she is intuitive, sharp tongued but efficient and places her principles above all. Seemingly emotionally strong, Kang Ji Yun suffers from childhood trauma and insomnia which has turned her into a super workaholic person. Her dear friend who worries about her health firmly gifts her a new secretary, Yoo Eun Ho who has been shunned by his industry despite being proficient at his work. The dance between them was intriguing to watch. Eun Ho is a kind, caring person while Ji Hyun is aloof and reserved. Circumstances put them into awkward situations whereby they learn to lean and support each other. The storytelling mostly focuses on their problem solving abilities; Ji Hyun is self-sufficient but clumsy, Eun Ho’s organization skills makes her life easier. Falling in love wasn’t in the plan, but they do; alongside Eun Ho’s daughter, they form a sweet, makeshift family of three!
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