A New Leading Man Emerges
The famous Koreans Drama “Wild Child” Choi Hyun Wook has found a new niche in Romance Comedy in ‘My Dearest Nemesis’ (2025). He reminds me so much of Park Seo Joon and the camera is finding his perfect angles. Choi Hyun Wook first came on my radar in the Korean Drama ‘Twenty five Twenty one’. I saw this raw big acting talent who just needed to be harnessed. With a restructured look, Choi Hyun Wook is now coming across as a Leading Man. He is not a pretty man. He is rustling his raw acting talent and following the direction of the people who know what they are doing. Choi Hyun Wook is pulling back and containing his big personality just enough to show that he can be refined. Choi Hyun Wook is learning how to control his character instead of letting it control him.We all knew that Choi Hyun Wook could do big personality characters who were over the top (Twinkling Watermelon, Twenty five Twenty one). He proved that he could do Comedy (Racket Boys). Choi Hyun Wook proved that he had a dramatic side, which also could do action (Weak Hero Class 1). Choi Hyun Wook had to show that he could command the Leading Man role, before he could move to period dramas, where his action skills will shine. Choi Hyun Wook is positioning himself to become a well rounded actor. I think that Choi Hyun Wook is showing big time that he can command the Male Lead role in ‘My Dearest Nemesis’’. My Dream Team is still matching him up with Ji Chang Wook in a Crime Action RomComedy or Drama.
Choi Hyun Wook is sizzling as a Leading Man against Moon Ga Yeong (True Beauty, Find Me in Your Memory) in My Dearest Nemesis. He plays the grandson of the Chaebol and he is living a double life, but he does not want to be discovered. Choi Hyun Wook is even dropping my heart as his romance scenes in My Dearest Nemesis are heating up. Choi Hyun Wook and Moon Ga Yeong are displaying some great chemistry as the two nemesis are becoming attracted to each other.
Those managing the big talent of Choi Hyun Wook decided to restructure his body by sculpting a new muscular and slimed down look. He got braces and looks like he even got taller. As the familiar actors who started my Korean drama experience during the Pandemic are getting older, new talent will emerge. It is just nice to see Choi Hyun Wook take one of those Leading Man spots. My Dearest Nemesis is on VIKI and will be ready to binge Mar 25, 2025.
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FL is a skeleton bitch, 35 female behaving like 15.
I just drop this drama. So boring, the FL is soo annoying, she is such a bich, I can't stand her and she looks like a skeleton and is so hysterical. I can't stand this hypocritical innocence anymore. Korean women are portrayed as hysterical, childish, jealous, immature, in certain dramas. I wonder if it's the same in reality. Not a bit of emotional maturity. How can be a woman at 35 looking like skeleton and acting like a adolescent. I did not like that she purspufly invaded his privacy, his boundaries and making fun and was a bully. I also dont like that she is using his vulnerability to bully him.And also the grandmother is soo abusive, so much trauma is in this drama. I wonder what young people learn from this. A huge dislake for this. I wish to see in future dramas with unhealthy family behavior, how the caracter bilds his inner power, gain good boundaries, experience mental help like an inspiration how to overcome the trauma bonds with family and bilds his own good reality and choose a healthy path.
I am not curious was is next, asa I dont want to lootine anymore on these kind of dramas, there are also kdrama or Cdrama that are more marure, emotinal balanced and inspiring for good relationships.
Love the ML, Hyun Wook Choiand he is doing a good job at his age. I really like his acting and also his younger version, that actor also is so talented. So I I want to see Hyun Wook in a new mature drama.
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A sweet drama to pass the time :)
Hi everyone it's been a little bit again :) I wanted to write a review for this sweet show so here we go. Disclaimer: I have not read the webtoon so my opinions will be based off the show itself.Story: 7/10
In all honesty, this show is nothing new. It's packed full of rom-com cliches: childhood connection, first loves, boss-and-employee, rich-boy-and-poor girl, etc. It is honestly a bit reminiscent of True Beauty in the sense that it's lighthearted and not very plot heavy, making it an easy and relaxing watch. I quite like that about Mun Ka Young's choice of works, although I haven't exactly seen many aside from this and True Beauty. This show doesn't try to be something it's not; it knows it's a sweet little rom-com and delivers exactly what it promises. If you like twists and turns and frankly mind-blowing writing, this isn't the show for you. And to be honest, I don't often enjoy such simple shows but lately I've been in the need for something lighthearted and this definitely does the trick. But again, where it's not really original, it's a solid 7/10 in this category.
Acting/Cast: 7/10
Like I said earlier, I haven't watched many of Mun Ka Young's works, but I do like her acting in this. It's smooth and sweet, and although some of her comedic scenes feel a little bumpy, it's nothing terrible that pulls you away from the show. As for the male lead, this is actually the first time I've seen Choi Hyun Wook's work. I was surprised to learn how young he is, but given that, he does a pretty solid job. I've seen some complaints about his casting, but to be honest, his character being notably younger that MKY's character is a key part of the storyline. Therefore, I don't have an issue with it. He DOES come off awkward at times when he's putting on the "serious" face, but for a rising actor working with an honestly low-stakes script, it is good experience for him in my opinion. As for the side characters, I loved seeing Im Se Mi again (from True Beauty) and was introduced to Kwak Shi Young. I will mention that the chemistry and the flow of the lines and the comedy between the 2nd leads is definitely a bit smoother than the main leads, maybe due to the fact that they've been acting longer? Or maybe I'm just partial to Im Se Mi, hahaha. Overall, I don't have many complaints about the acting but it's not exactly ground breaking either. So, again, a solid 7/10.
Music: 8/10
As I've mentioned in other reviews, I'm not a big OST person so once again, 8/10.
Rewatch Value: 8/10
As I've also mentioned in other reviews, I'm not a big fan of rewatching shows/movies/or even kdramas. I can honestly list off on one hand the number of kdramas I've rewatched in the past. But this show, being as lighthearted and fun as it is, I feel like I might save for a rainy day when I need a little pick-me-up. Therefore, 8/10 for this category.
Overall: 7.5/10. A pretty fun show thus far, and I can't wait to watch the final two episodes next week :) As always, no hate to any of the actors/team! <3
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It's so cute.
The age gap which people are calling " Childish" Is literally the concept of the drama. Her being older and serious and him being childish amd young is the story of the drama. People really need to watch this before drawing any conclusions. The chemistry is already chemistrying in 1st 2 episodes. Can't wait...Was this review helpful to you?
Fun watch
Very cute watch. The leads love for each other is so wholesome and the chemistry is great. Loved how they met two times and fell for eo without knowing their real identity. She really is his destiny ❤️ also looooved the second couple, it's the first time I love both the main couple and second couple equally. The first two episodes with the game theme were great and I wished there was more of it. Would love a drama with this type of theme. There is nothing to complain, I had a good time.Was this review helpful to you?
n00bs at love no longer!
I came to see our Twinkling Watermelon fave branched off into being a romantic lead and stayed for the connecting story! I'm typically very iffy about age difference romances (Noona & Oppa roms), but the writing and development of this story was truly really fun and not freaking annoying! I loved it. This was a very solid watch that gave me not one, but TWO eventual couples to root for and love who showed GROWTH/Connectiveness in both phases of love (and ages). ROCK ON!P.S. This is one drama that made me wish I were a driver of a white truck. I'd use it for our particular villain. The MANY ways this villain had me cursing at the screen, and befitting them with a title of dislike! Good job, writers!
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A story about the courage to be yourself
He worked really hard to be what others wanted and hid his true self.She spent all her energy to be herself.
I’m not usually a fan of dramas with the “rich guy – poor girl” theme, so I didn’t expect much from this show.
But I really liked it. Every episode was interesting, and I never wanted to skip any part.
The main character is different from the usual romantic hero. He’s really sweet and manages to combine being a geek, a rocker, and a successful businessman. Choi Hyun Wook did an excellent job, as always. This guy brings any series to life.
The female lead impressed me with her sense of balance and her ability to stand up for justice immediately, without hesitation or revenge plans.
It was also nice to see the main characters communicate and solve problems together, without overthinking or making sacrifices, believing they know what’s best for others.
I also liked all the secondary characters, except the grandmother, who was a bit much.
The beginning of the series was quite unexpected and interesting.
It touches on online love and friendship, showing how easy it is to be deceived and carried away, and how deeply disappointing it can be to face reality.
Overall, the show was enjoyable, easy to watch, and the comedy didn’t turn into a heavy drama.
It makes you laugh at the beginning, in the middle and at the end, but it also gives you something to think about.
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a lovely funny drama i love it
this is my favorite drama of the year. it is so much fun and i love the characters. i went through so many emotions with them and was looking forward to another episode. this is a really nice rom com by definition (imo), easy to watch, innocent, cute, wholesome. i really enjoyed it and would recommend it so anyone who likes easy to watch drama for a relaxed evening.i really liked Hyunwook is this role, i generally am a fan of his acting and facial expressions. he is so cute and dorky yet in this drama shows a colder side. i just love the way he moves and talks, i can't even explain. the way the awkwardness of his character portrays is really good and also how he shifts into "himself" here and there when he feels comfortable enough to let others see. i think this is a great story about life and how it is important to be true to yourself and don't seek for other people's validation or be afraid of judgement. imo that was a really strong message for a younger audience.
i did get annoyed with the entire my first love thing and it also didn't really make sense to me, how he wasn't completely mad over the things she said to him. maybe it's just me, but i thought she was making a huge deal out of it, while she was completely out of line the way she spoke to him. and also there wasn't really a resolution to the "problem" it just suddenly went away and wasn't really addressed anymore. i found that a bit odd for having been such a big issue/trauma for both of them to just ignore it basically a day after they found out. although i felt their heartbreak and cried like a baby 👶
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The game parts were cheesy, no one sees themselves as their game characters and nothing on the game would look “cool” like him saving her
Now the 5 years isn’t big but a kid catfishing her?
and 16 years later, so he’s 31? And she’s 35? I don’t believe that’s the age they’re trying to convey xD
But to be fair I don’t think making real 30 year olds act that naively would’ve worked either xD
21 and 25 makes more sense, look wise and behavior wise
they met in 2009 as 15 and 19 year olds and they're supposed to be high positioned employees
meanwhile 2nd leads are 37/38 when they’re 10 /13years older than the 1st leads but they want them to be 3/6 years older?
atleast either cast actual 30 year olds or make the story about them as 20 year olds
there are many great actors in the 30s catagory, and there are many better plots for 20 year olds
like yoo teo in past lives, he plays his 20 year old self, and he doesn't look it, it was also brief, but his acting was convincing, same with jisung recreating his own highschool self, or 30 year olds forced to actually pretend to be a teenager (only kim taeri and a few others are super convincing xD)
Choi Hyun Wook's last couple of roles were highschoolers, but as a 31 year old? it's a bit of a stretch, for example lee jaeuk was believable as someone older but at times it's just better to cast actors to fit the role, or make the role fit the actors
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Ah! so predictable, you’ve mastered the art of losing with flair! 7/10
"My Thoughts: A decent 7/10. While I didn’t dislike it, it didn’t leave a strong impression either—aside from a few standout tracks, the soundtrack was a bit forgettable, and the side characters’ acting felt a bit clingy or overdone. The main story had its moments, but overall, it lacked that ‘hook’ to really stick in my memory. Not a bad watch, but not one I’d rush to revisit either."Was this review helpful to you?
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My Favorite Watch This Year, Thoroughly Entertaining!!!
This is one of those shows that slowly creeps on you, until you realize that you are totally addicted to it!“My Dearest Nemesis” quickly became my Monday fixture and that’s saying a lot; because I’m someone who hates Monday blues. If you need one word to describe this show, then it should be “Cute”. Starring Mun Ka Young & Choi Hyun Wook in lead roles, the storyline is evidently a “Noona romance”. Younger kid falls in love with an older girl who is appalled by their age gap, they have a disastrous breakup, meet again years later and fall in love all over again. The premise seems outdated; it might but the characters are new. I have never met a more chaotic main cast as Baek Su Jeong & Ban Ju Yeon. Both are stubborn, workaholic and yet drawn to each other from Day One. Their past remains a hidden fixture for two-thirds of the show, so they don’t even know that they are reconciling after the bitter breakup they had years ago. While Mun Ka Young strikes the perfect balance between sweet and aggressive, Choi Hyun Wook does his best to act as coy underdog, hiding his true nature. From falling apart due to these very secrets to slowly accepting them and loving him completely, Baek Su Jeong has a lot of growing up to do.
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Couldn't keep me ... Black Dragon
The show started out unique with the gaming arc characters and the connection between the leads younger selves.. but after that?... Cliches were coming out from every corner and not in a fresh way, and some of the writing didn't just stick. I really like the ML as I have loved his other work... but something was off with this one ... there was no chemistry between the leads and unfortunately could not keep going and I refuse to make myself watch all episodes.The OST in the 4 episodes was great however
If you feel like you have the time, I guess this can be a time waster.
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