얄미운 사랑 promises an enticing blend of “annoyance-to-affection” romance, set against the high stakes of celebrity and media. If you’re ready for a relationship that begins with friction and power play rather than instant chemistry, this will be a fun ride.
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pathetic Oldboy
This drama was honestly difficult to watch. The male lead, Lee Jung Jae, behaves like a teenager half the time — crying, whining, and even talking to himself in childish aegyo. It’s not cute or funny when a middle-aged ajusshi does that; it just feels awkward and forced.Lee Jung Jae is a skilled actor, but comedy clearly isn’t his zone. Watching him act overly youthful while playing a grown man only makes the scenes feel more cringe than comedic.
The 17-year age gap between him and Im Ji Yeon completely kills any romantic chemistry. Instead of a couple, they come across like a father–daughter or older brother–younger sister pairing. There’s no spark — just mismatched energy. Im Ji Yeon does her part well, but the imbalance between the leads makes the romance feel unnatural from the start.
Then comes Episode 5, and things go from childish to outright sexist. The male lead actually wonders whether calling the FL “hostess” — basically suggesting “prostitute” or “slut” in a more crude sense — was wrong. This isn’t just tone-deaf anymore; it’s a slap in the face to women. Calling a journalist a “hostess” and looking down on her profession is wildly disrespectful. And honestly, who is he to judge? He’s an actor — a profession constantly objectified too. If someone threw money at him to take off his clothes, would that make him any less respectable? The hypocrisy is insane.
By Episode 6, things hit rock bottom. The male lead falls to a new level of absolute trash — to the point where you stop considering him human. The way he acts and treats the FL is garbage. This 52-year-old man, who graduated college when the FL was basically five, is giving straight-up pedophilic vibes while behaving like a 15-year-old high schooler. His mannerisms? Horrible. Professionalism? Zero.
She literally protected him by not starting rumors or reporting what she saw. Instead of being grateful, he starts crying and acting in the most immature, embarrassing way possible. He chats like a teenage boy texting his crush after school. How is this how a grown man — someone who has already spent half his life — behaves?
What’s worse is the FL liking him unconditionally for absolutely no reason. He is a walking red flag. His behavior should have turned her off instantly unless she has no self-esteem and is written to accept any humiliating treatment just because she “loves” him. This is exactly how real toxic relationships start — where lovesick women end up in abusive dynamics, sometimes leading to violence, even murder, because they fall for unstable man-child boyfriends.
Whoever wrote this drama seems disconnected from reality, almost sadistic in how they portray women while glorifying an egotistical, immature male lead. Women in real life are far ahead of these outdated, patriarchal caricatures.
Overall: What should have been a fun rom-com turns into an awkward, cringey, wildly sexist mess. I’m dropping this garbage.
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Great performance of Lee Jung Jae.
Nice to Not Meet You is a refreshing and engaging series that stands out its charming tone and well-balanced storytelling. One of the strongest elements of the production is Lee Jung Jae performance in the leading role. He presents a completely different side of himself compared to his previous works, portraying a warm, gentle, and genuinely lovable character. This transformation adds depth to the series and makes his performance especially memorable.The storyline is captivating from the start and maintains a steady pace that keeps the viewer interested throughout. While the narrative explores emotional and relational themes, it skillfully incorporates lighthearted and humorous moments that prevent the series from becoming overly heavy. These comedic elements feel natural and enhance the overall viewing experience. The series is visually pleasing and well-directed, which further supports its comfortable, enjoyable atmosphere.
Overall, Nice to Not Meet You is a well-crafted series that combines romance, humor, and emotional depth.
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? Nice to Meet You — So… What Was That About?
To be very honest… I’m just not feeling this one. 😅 I was genuinely confused about what this drama was trying to say or show. The storyline feels all over the place, and our two main leads? Honestly, they seemed just as confused as I was!There were moments that looked like they should be meaningful, but instead left me wondering: “Wait… what exactly is the point here?” 🤷♀️ It’s like the drama had something to say, but forgot to write the memo.
If you’re tight on time and want something that pulls you in, I’d honestly suggest skipping this one. There are so many other dramas with clearer direction and more satisfying emotional payoffs.
That said, I have seen online some viewers appreciating the visuals and music, and a few felt the pacing works once you get into the groove — it just didn’t click for me.
P.S. – Sometimes a show doesn’t land for you, and that’s totally okay! Different vibes for different people. 😄
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Age cap is an opinion
Yes I read the age cap criticisms before show had a date release. I don’t know why I decided to play it anyways. Five episodes in and I’m pleasantly enjoying it.Treat it like any rom-com and you’re squared away. It’s not a complicated plot, (why I’m thinking The Greatest Love, in comparison) but well meaningful as a reporter and over ripe actor face nuances of run ins that is totally typical of these kdramas romcom. Sprinkled with comedy, and typical nonsense as again, a common trope, this isn’t bad and I’m enjoying it as it unfolds.
I give credits to the actors taking a risk. Jung Jae, Im Ji Yeon as leads, very well known, most likely knew the possibility of backlash, but for whatever reason they did I applaud their decision. To do list fulfillment? Expansion of acting variety? Whatever. For viewers, it is an added variety to drama choosing. After all, there’s not a lot of age gap dramas. As for the other cast members, they’re beloved veterans (Kim Ji Hoon, Seo Ji Hye, etc) who add to the development and depth of the drama as it unfolds. It’s seriously not a bad drama at all.
So, if you’re picky and will hate that an over grown single man may be finding love way late, OR that a mid grown woman might be interested in this over age man, stay clear away and find an idol drama. If that don’t matter and you want a well meaningful love story age gap and all, give this one a try. The cast deserves your try.
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Unpleasant FL
What I liked:The premise.
What I disliked:
The ML. He looks too old and has no charisma for me.
What I hated:
The age gap. Too obvious. I don't mind when it's not that obvious but here he looks too old.
The FL. I disliked her character and I didn't think she was funny. This isn't a rom-com. I love rom-coms but when they are fluffy, funny. Not when the characters are mean or make no sense.
The director. So obnoxious and such an unpleasant person.
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Nice to Not Meet You ep. 1 and 2 – From Squid Game to Slapstick Shame
Nice to Not Meet You proves that the success of Squid Game can’t be recycled into laughs.Here, Lee Jung-jae goes from surviving deadly games… to surviving punchlines that never land.
It’s all physical clumsiness — shoving, tripping, falling — wrapped in situations so forced they feel written by someone who’s never actually laughed.
If the script had half the rhythm of its falls, it might be brilliant.
This “comedy” confuses cringe with humor.
Even the actors seem lost, trapped between sitcom energy and sketch-show awkwardness.
Someone clearly thought putting an iconic actor on screen would make the audience laugh by reflex.
But no — Nice to Not Meet You doesn’t make you laugh. It makes you pity them.
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No Funny
Maybe some actors just shouldn't do comedies because Nice to Not Meet You is far from funny. The drunk scenes? Nope- Not funny The slip, trip, and falls? Not funny. The dialogue? You guessed it-Not funny. The male and female leads are dynamite actors. However, they aren't a good fit for their roles, at all.Was this review helpful to you?
DON'T BOTH SIDE COLONIALISM AND GENOCIDE
It's a genocide in Palestine, it's an occupation, NOT a conflict. If they want to make money off people's suffering, k entertainment should at least learn to pretend to care about the real story.IT WAS NOT A GOOD WORLD ORDER that is now suddenly failing. PALESTINE WAS ROBBED BY WESTERN COUNTRIES FOR DECADES.
SOUTH KOREA WAS A PARTNER OF THE "PRESPERITY GUARDIAN" PROJECT THAT BOMBED YEMEN FOR IMPOSING A BLOCKADE ON THE ZIONIST STATE.
SOUTH KOREAN CORPORATIONS ARE STILL INSTALLED ON STOLEN PALESTINIAN LANDS.
SOUTH KOREA IS STILL NOT CUTTING ITS TIES WITH THE COLONIAL ZIONIST PROJECT.
SOUTH KOREAN ARE SEEMINGLY NOT WORRIED ABOUT THEIR ROLE IN THE GENOCIDE AND OCCUPATION OF PALESTINE.
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