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Relaxing and Realistic
I don't usually watch ongoing dramas, but this drama invaded my feed to the point where I couldn't wait for the last episode to come out. I started watching after the 8th episode came out and I'm glad I did.The Twins Switching Places trope isn't my favorite. It creates awkward situations and the CGI is usually bad, but this drama was different. Park Bo Young was fantastic at playing both twins to the point where you could tell the twins apart, even when they were switched. The CGI wasn't bad either. You can tell they put a lot of effort into making it somewhat flawless, compared to other dramas.
This was such a beautifully written drama. The character development and realistic character decisions are what made this drama unique. Everyone had a realistic reason to act how they did. Every character grew through the drama so they became almost unrecognisable from their episode one selves. I can already tell I'm going to rewatch this series just to see these characters grow again.
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Happy Ending !!!
Best Happy Ending for me that i ever watched in my kdrama journey, i watched other kdramas and the ending was like 🙂 i can't explain it, but this >>>, this is on my top #1 favorite Kdrama !! or should i say, for me, its a realistic ending that i ever watched in KDRAMA. Im gonna miss them so much! Specially the second couple, had a open ending (i just imagine that they are together now, they deserved more screentime😞), gosh i love them! The main couple too! I really enjoy this series, Im gonna rewatch this again and again. Great actors, love all of them so much!!!Our Unwritten Seoul signing off.
- May 24-June 29 2025
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This has my three most hated plots, shadow sister, ie not talking to your own twin, fighting over a boy when there wasn’t a fight, and the most blank white paper mls, give me a red flag any day over these two
It’s also a story as old as time “does he really know, or is he just dumb” their past for sure shows he’s dumb
So she’s running like Speedy Gonzales, and yet happens to catch her sister hugging ml at the exact time hidden in the pathway of the bleachers, yet not that hidden?
And he “always” like miji but always kind to mirae who was struggling, yet her own sister never noticed the struggles and hated her sis out of jealousy?
I hate bros or sisters fighting over one person, but misunderstanding and one sidedly hating? That’s sooooo cheesy
For example, my book I was reading, they’re 15/16, and mls adopted bro was nice to the fl and honestly I thought he was the one, but the silent bro turned out to like her. And he was like sulking that he’d have to like her as his bros girl, but he liked her as a girl
I don’t remember how it happened but the “cool bro” was super cool with them liking each other and supported them
So it doesn’t make sense, for ml to only be there for mirae as a friend, and miji to just be jealous when ml never told her he liked either
And to not talk with your sis is just crazy, even without a sis, me and my mom are like sisters
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i think that the casting director did his job with pure heart
all actors did justice to their roles
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Mental Health Alert
It's a story about a pair of identical twins who traded places, when one of them got suicidal. When you think things finally settled, there would be a new major revelation thrown in.
I didn't expect this to be such a tear jerker. So have a box of tissue ready.
I enjoyed When Life Give You Tangerine, but I enjoy this more. Maybe because WLGYT focuses only one IU's character, while in here there are three (the twins and Ho-Su).
Yeah sure not everything makes sense (like how can Mi Ji who's portrayed as not too bright, can work in strategic planning), but I supposed it's possible when you work really hard. Mi Rae was bullied at work so she doesn't have much to do at work, so Mi Ji was supposed to just sit there and do nothing, until Mi Rae gets back on track with her mental health.
Park Bo Young and Jin Young are amazing. Bravo, you two!
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Life isn’t always easy, but It’s worth living
This is one of those rare dramas that doesn’t just entertain—it heals. It sneaks into your heart little by little until suddenly, you're crying, laughing, and hugging a pillow at 3 a.m., wondering how a show understood your soul so well. From beginning to end, it felt like a quiet, emotional journey that reminds us that life doesn’t always turn out how we imagine… but even when it gets messy, even when everything falls apart, there’s still hope. We just have to keep moving forward, and little by little, we’ll find our Seoul. ♥One of the things I appreciated most was how deeply I connected with the characters. They were beautifully flawed and human. I saw pieces of myself in their fears, their mistakes, and their small victories. Watching them grow and find strength in unexpected places made me feel seen in ways I didn’t expect. The story never rushed their development—it let them breathe, let them stumble, and then let them rise.
The romance was beautiful. It wasn’t just about butterflies and smiles—it was about love that chooses to stay, even when things get hard. A love that listens, forgives, and grows. It made my heart ache and swell at the same time. This kind of slow, sincere, and unwavering love is the kind of relationship we all deserve to see more of in stories. (I need a Hosu in my life, too!)
Park Bo Young was absolutely brilliant. The way she portrayed two different characters—both with depth, clarity, and subtle emotion—was honestly masterful. You could feel every internal struggle, every flicker of joy, and it never felt overdone. She made it look effortless. And Park Jin Young... my goodness. This man is not just a visual king but also a powerhouse actor. ♡ He gave such a sincere, heartfelt performance that you could see every ounce of pain, hope, and love in his eyes. I truly believe he deserves all the awards—his talent shines with such quiet strength that it's impossible not to be moved.
In the end, this drama wasn't just a favorite—it became a comfort. It reminded me of the resilience of the human heart, the healing power of love and friendship, and the beauty of choosing to live, even when it hurts. It’s a story I’ll carry with me for a long, long time. (´｡• ᵕ •｡`) ♡
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For the adults who feels lost in life
I believe that adults who still haven’t figured out what they want in life will deeply relate to this drama. It’s about navigating life while facing hardships. It’s about trying to be perfect because of others' expectations. It’s about finding your purpose after your dreams have fallen apart.This drama is incredibly healing, especially if you’re someone going through the same situation.
This drama taught me that it’s okay to still feel lost in your 30s. It’s okay if you’re still trying to find your purpose. It’s okay to try new things, even if it feels like time is running out—because it’s not. You’re just being pressured by society.
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They chose the perfect actor for the twins
Park bo-young for me at least is known as one of the best actors on playing hard topics on tv such as depression, mental illness, and suchThe 4th episode could have broke me if not for me watching so much kdramas, park bo young portraid miji's depression over the loss of (in her words, at leadt to my understanding) only good thing that she does in the eyes of her mom, running, her crying scene was very strong
The way park bo young portrays the twins differently on how they hide there's pain with miji being overly happy, and mirea accepting being the black sheep of the office just to be able to help her family take care of her grandma, how with them switching life were able to learn what they realy think of themself by being able to say it as the other person, or being suprised when people say good thing about them.
Miji blaming herself for her grandma being bedridden and having a panic attack over seeing ro-sa on the floor reminding her of the incident of her grandma was strong, and on point.
Overall if you enjoy Korean dramas with hard topics that are not for the one with weak hearts, this is worth a watch, its story is great so far, the actors are on point, and the cinemagraphy is amazing.
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Refreshing
This drama does a remarkable job of portraying mental health struggles and invisible illness with sensitivity and depth. Many K-dramas I’ve seen that touch on these themes tend to lean on disrespectful stereotypes or over-dramatise the issues, but this one feels authentic and respectful. As someone who also lives with mental health challenges and an invisible illness (albeit different from those depicted here), I found myself relating deeply to many of the characters. Their emotions and experiences felt real, and it was comforting to watch.I already knew Park Bo-young was a talented actress, but this might just be her best performance yet. Her portrayal of the twins was so convincing that they felt like two entirely different people. It’s not uncommon for actors to play multiple roles in the same show, but in my experience, it often feels forced or distracting. Here, though, she was so seamless and natural that it hardly even registered. I’m also usually wary when idols-turned-actors are cast in dramas, as their performances sometimes feel distracting, especially when you’re already a fan. But Jinyoung was such a pleasant surprise. Even as a GOT7 fan, I completely forgot I was watching Jinyoung from GOT7 and fell straight into his character.
Another standout aspect of this drama is how well it handled the side characters and their stories. Too often, secondary plots feel like filler or distractions, but here, every character and subplot was engaging and meaningful. I never felt the urge to skip ahead, and everything contributed to the overall emotional impact of the story.
All in all, this was a deeply moving drama. Sad and heartbreaking at times, yet warm and comforting too. It’s a rare gem that balances heavy themes with humanity and hope, and it left a lasting impression on me.
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A beautiful drama to watch that I recommend 100%
I loved watching this drama for these few weeks. This is definitively one of my favorite dramas of all time.I do not do a lot of reviews but i liked it so much that I have to.
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I loved this drama, the storyline as well as the acting by all the actors are perfect. We have a deep drama with meaningful subjects: harassment, deafness or depression. I found that the drama had the capacity to discuss these subjects deeply, and I found it more interesting than it already was. More than that, the drama is very well filmed with very beautiful landscapes. I can add that the acting of Park Bo Young is amazing as she acted too differently personalities in the same drama. In addition, she's acting mi-ji as mi-rae and vice versa, which is more difficult to do.
I loved also the romance between mi-ji / han-su and mi-rae / se-jin, they are so cute. I loved too the secondary characters as the mother, the grandmother, etc...
Finally, the drama has challenging subjects, but it's captivating to watch. It's a comfort drama that I recommend 100%.
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Series 1 Or No?
This began as a great drama. I started to feel uneasy on the last 2 episodes. The ending sucked, but made way for another round of episodes. I knew by how slowly the last episode was playing out that something bad would happen. Too many untied knots were not loosened up. IMO they should have made a complete series. I will hesitate to get so invested to be let down again. No one communicates fully, 30 yo virgins are unheard of with awful communication skills, unsolved relationships and workforce problems that are walked away from and such a let down at the end. I'm pretty upset and feel robbed. Oh well, I'm sure not everyone will fill this way, but I do.Oops just learned there are 2 more episodes. Still cowardly to just walk away when he went deaf when she accepts him already flaws and all pretty lame
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