Reborn Rich

A Begining that deserves such ending

Yo right i think Reborn Rich got the ending it deserved. I didn't like the ending very much but still Our main lead survived & the person who died was already dead when the show began & it was just a time travel.

I mean if I've to say the ending was bad than I can't ignore that Begining was the Shitiest than.... The illogical story started from ep 1, what happened in the end was to clean that and the outcome of that storyline that was formed.

The Person who was there in the beginning survived till the end.

Jin Do Jun was someone we all got attached too because like the storyline was too perfect from ep 2 to 15 & no one can quesn that

But we forgot that it was Jin Do Jun's aim to Buy SoonYang not of Yoon Hyun woo. He got his revenge in the end & that's perfect from his pov although he was there only for 2 eps. Bad happened with Jin Do Jun but we were already listening the story of a person who was dead to begin with.

The time travel, the possession of a diff. body was something i can't digest even from the start.... but if i managed to get okay with that... I'm gonna accept the ending too.

Overall it was a 10/10 from ep 2 to ep 15

& I'll rate it a 7/10 for Start & end episodes (they weren't completely bad they fit well with the storyline) but I'm still raiting it 7 because they might have ended in some other decent way.

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Dysfunctional, chaotic life of the incredibly wealthy mixed in with revenge and time travelling

This is a really interesting premise that I don't know if I've seen in dramas before, mainly just webtoons which makes sense because this is an adaptation. And of course, the male lead is Song Joong Ki, who is definitely a big draw. I enjoyed Vincenzo and was looking forward to watching Reborn Rich too, but after watching them both I definitely have a preference.

THE PLOT
I feel like they tried to cram as much as possible into 16 episodes and as a result, it got confusing and was going everywhere. I was really looking forward to watching this and binge watched this over a few days during the Christmas holidays but mid-way through it got a bit draggy. I think because so much happens and time moves quickly as well in the show that it's easy to get confused and lost interest. You know its a bad sign when you think to yourself, oh good only 3 episodes left.

Another reason is that I felt like the theme / direction the show was going in was not consistent throughout. I thought that the ML's main motivation was to take revenge against those who had killed him in his past life, but it felt like it started being more of a suspense drama and at one point it just felt like he was trying to be a good grandson. What about your revenge??

Things picked up again in the last episode but then the ending was disappointing. There was a big reveal and things get resolved, but I'm left with questions. Is this the same timeline or a different one?
Why does noone recognize him in this timeline if he looks EXACTLY the same? <-- This was my biggest issue and I just couldn't get over it.

THE ACTING
Despite my criticisms of the plot, the acting and how the characters were portrayed were excellent. One of my favourite characters was his aunt, Hwa Young, who was an awful person but SO entertaining to watch. And the grandma! Wow.
This is a show full of villains and the entire Jin family is so messed up.

THE ROMANCE
I love Hospital Playlist and it's cool seeing Shin Hyun Bin in a new role. There is just so much happening in this drama though and I feel like because their screentime together was so sporadic, I wasn't very invested in their relationship and was focused on other details in the plot. The romance was too fleeting and infrequent for me. Too much angst in this with not enough caring on my end.

HIGHLIGHTS
--Do Jun's schemes and screwing over his aunt and uncle
--heartwarming moments with Do Jun and his grandpa
--cheeky references to the present like the FIFA World Cup and talking about cellphones

THEMES
--the rich get richer and the poor get poorer, privilege and how it changes the trajectory of your life
--parents doing anything for their kids

7-7.5/10

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My Defense Case for Reborn Rich. Because The Ending is Everything.

This drama is hands down the best I've watched from start to finish since "The Double." Coincidentally, both share intriguing themes of "rebirth" and "revenge," feature main characters with an almost superhuman intellect, and brilliantly relegate romance to the background – a choice I surprisingly wasn’t upset with giving how I love romance.

If you're reading this, swayed by mixed reviews or critical of the ending, allow me to present a different perspective. Prepare for a revelation: the ending of this drama is arguably one of the finest in recent Korean drama history. In fact, my focus here will be almost exclusively on this much-debated conclusion. While the initial episodes and core premise have received ample discussion and praise, the truly exceptional ending has been largely misunderstood. (A quick note: if you're sensitive to spoilers, I urge you to watch the drama first—it's a journey you won't regret—then return here for further insight.)

Korean dramas, as many of us know, possess an undeniable allure. Yet, a common frustration for me lies in their often-unconvincing finales. Too frequently, endings strive for "authenticity" or "dynamism" but devolve into overly dramatic, excessive, and needlessly explained conclusions that betray character development. This drama, thankfully, breaks that mold entirely. It’s not expected as endings of epic revenge plots should often be. It’s not “happily ever after” because it’s not a romantic comedy. Instead, it satisfies the purpose of the main character’s journey, and answers all of the viewers questions, all while not killing the ML… for a change. What more could you want?

In essence, the narrative centers on Yoon Hyun Woo, who, after a presumed death, mysteriously awakens as Jin Do Jun, the youngest grandson of the powerful Sooyang Group's owner, Ji Yang Cheol. Crucially, Jin Do Jun retains all his memories from his previous life as Yoon Hyun Woo, fueling his relentless determination to exact revenge on those who wronged him. His journey is arduous, but he navigates it with heroic resolve.

Given that greed propelled the Sooyang Group's elite to betray him, Yoon Hyun Woo (now Jin Do Jun) has a singular objective in his quest for vengeance: to prevent Ji Yang Cheol's children from seizing control of the Sooyang Group.

And he achieves this goal. Not once, but twice.

The widespread complaints about the ending are frankly perplexing. The finale's purpose of any if not all stories, must be to convey the moral of the story. And this moral was articulated with remarkable clarity and depth in “Reborn Rich”. It was, unequivocally, what must be labeled as a good ending.

I suspect much of the audience anticipated Yoon Hyun Woo continuing his life as Jin Do Jun after reaching his goal as “Jin Do Jun”. However, this perspective overlooks a crucial aspect of the narrative: while the drama employs elements of fantasy, these are purely instrumental, serving to propel the plot forward, and being the important factor to support the narrative message. The vast majority of the story is firmly rooted in realism, devoid of any further fantastical components. What must happen, happens, and no one can prevent it, as it is often what happens in real life. All the character’s play at being God, but none are. Thank you.

I confess, in the episodes following the beginning, I found myself questioning the lack of explanation for his "rebirth." The mechanism, the connection, the "why"—these were lingering questions. Yet, the compelling realism of the primary narrative kept me thoroughly engaged, patient, and optimistic that answers would eventually emerge. And they did, in a deeply satisfying manner. It wasn't a literal rebirth, nor was it conventional time travel. Instead, it was presented as a unique paranormal experience. Yoon Hyun Woo was in a coma, and within that state, he "lived" as Jin Do Jun, experiencing events in the same timeframe but seemingly transported back approximately 37 years. The drama masterfully executed this paranormal/time-slip concept. Crafting such a story without succumbing to overly didactic explanations is a significant challenge, one the writers commendably avoided. I applaud their refusal to yield to pressure, delivering a narrative that respects its audience's intelligence.

If viewers can embrace the understanding that his "rebirth" isn't a literal rebirth experience, but rather a "borrowed," unique experiential journey meant to transform the ML from within, they will undoubtedly grasp the true brilliance of this drama. Its essence wasn't about altering past events, and landing on top; it was about the profound journey of learning to be a better human being.

- Acting was good, some actors being a bit too dramatic but thankfully those were supporting cast.

- Rewatch value is low because this drama has a twist that makes for the whole experience. So, rewatching looses it's "punch" sorta speak.

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Song joong ki

Three episode going it's enough to prove Song Joong-ki's true value. Yoon Hyun-woo's undisturbed visuals and cool-headed aura were drawn beyond perfection, drawing viewers at once. Yoon Hyun-woo's charisma, completed with glasses and suits, neat styling, and meticulous acting skills, was possible because of actor Song Joong-ki's unrivaled presence. In particular, the emotions of Yoon Hyeon-woo, a character who is strong enough to endure the insulting words and actions of the owner's family in silence, are vividly conveyed with only his eyes and facial expressions, raising the level of immersion.

Yoon Hyeon-woo wakes up with the bloodline of the Sunyang family that killed him. Song Joong-ki is now planning to portray Jin Do-joon, the youngest son of a conglomerate family living in the past with all his memories. Yoon Hyeon-woo and Jin Do-joon have the same inner side, but they stand at opposite extremes in the era, the age of the characters, and the positions they have. As Song Joong-ki mesmerizes viewers by portraying any role delicately and convincingly, we look forward to his upcoming acting party.

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Thrilling storyline

I have read the earlier reviews and they have covered most of the character analysis I wanted to do. So instead I would like to talk about the child artist Kim Kang Hoon ( young Do Joon). I was awed by this actor. He had the maturity of the character as was required . Though he was a child ,he was portraying adult Song Joon ki. His expressions and emotions were so spot on. I also loved the way the discussion went on with his grandfather. I wanted to see more of him but I would say he had his presence known clearly in just one episode . Way to go for this actor.
The story is thrilling, the cast is superb . Just two episodes and I am totally hooked and have watched it twice already. Presently everything is going on fine and hope it gets better and better in coming episodes.

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Everything so good, but ended disappointly

Reborn Rich is another revenge drama, but with time and space involving memory transfer to another body which is quite supernatural. Another thing the drama does well is executing the ideas of the character through and showcasing many glimpses of early 2000s South Korea.

There is very less romance in the drama, and for a reason I preferred that. The political strategy and the ups and downs in the country that has been utilised by the Soonyang family was quite intriguing. The best of the drama is the relationship between Jin Do Jun and his grandfather, is pure gold, it's just perfect and deserves a 10 just for it, the acting was on point even with the child actor was brilliant too.

Everything was straightaway gold until the last episode. The 15th episode changed the pattern of the show and the finale of the drama turned out to be messed up. Episode 16 throws out everything, every aspiration, dream, all the development and the beautifully crafted revenge plot, and turns into a train-wreck that looks conclusive on paper, yet lacking in feeling like a real ending. The character of Do Jun had the saddest conclusion and it felt a forced way out for Soonyang which made the conclusion unsatisfactory. Had it not been for the ending, the drama definitely had the best output of its potential.


My Rating : 8/10

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Should have been called The Chairman and solely focused on him- maybe it would have been a 10

Despite my initial excitement and high hopes, "Reborn Rich" left me feeling disappointed and underwhelmed. As a dedicated viewer of K-Dramas, I was eager to dive into its storyline and characters, anticipating another captivating addition to my watchlist. However, despite my genuine desire to like it, I couldn't overlook its shortcomings.

From the outset, I found myself struggling to connect with the plot and characters. Especially the main character played by Song Jong Ki. The rest of the cast, though brilliantly consisting of solid veterans in K Drama world, did not have a deft script to give them nuance and flair.

Despite the intriguing premise, the execution felt lackluster, leaving much to be desired in terms of depth and development. Chaebol families have incredible nuance and intrigue that regular families do not have and the fact that this drama failed to exploit this was bewildering. As the episodes progressed, I hoped for improvement, clinging to the possibility that the drama would find its stride. Maybe Song Jong Ki would show some bite , maybe psycho cousin will have more nuance than being 2 dimensionally psycho , maybe the ill inserted romance will find its stride.Unfortunately, my enthusiasm waned as the storyline failed to engage , and the characters failed to resonate with me on an emotional level.

There was a useless thread of a romance that was strangely inserted which also just added a bad taste to everything.

BUT I must mention the incredible Lee Sung Min who played the amazing Chairman.With his commanding presence and nuanced portrayal, Lee Sung Min breathed life into the character of the chairman, elevating every scene he graced with his talent. His impeccable delivery, whether conveying authority or vulnerability, added depth and complexity to the character, making him the most compelling figure in the entire drama. Maybe the drama adaptation should have just focused on the Chairman instead of the grandson.

Overall, "Reborn Rich" is a disappointing K-Drama that fails to deliver on its promise. While it may have had potential, its lackluster execution ultimately makes it forgettable and unremarkable in the crowded landscape of Korean dramas.

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No respect for the author.

This show was not supposed to be made. The novel which it is adapted from was not suitable for making a kdrama. It was simply a intellectual novel with lots of effort spent on research.........The novel felt real......And then we have a same old chaebol drama with Song joong ki made to portray a cheeky too smart irritating character. Disgrace to the author and the fans who read the novel. All what the director and writers did was copy the plot and removed any 'fillers' which made everything make sense and released it. If you are korean please do not watch this and read the novel. As for non-koreans there is no proper translation after 20 chapters.
The novel is 'Youngest Son of Sunyang'

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One episode was enough to prove Song Joong-ki's true value. Yoon Hyun-woo's undisturbed visuals and cool-headed aura were drawn beyond perfection, drawing viewers at once. Yoon Hyun-woo's charisma, completed with glasses and suits, neat styling, and meticulous acting skills, was possible because of actor Song Joong-ki's unrivaled presence. In particular, the emotions of Yoon Hyeon-woo, a character who is strong enough to endure the insulting words and actions of the owner's family in silence, are vividly conveyed with only his eyes and facial expressions, raising the level of immersion.

Yoon Hyeon-woo wakes up with the bloodline of the Sunyang family that killed him. Song Joong-ki is now planning to portray Jin Do-joon, the youngest son of a conglomerate family living in the past with all his memories. Yoon Hyeon-woo and Jin Do-joon have the same inner side, but they stand at opposite extremes in the era, the age of the characters, and the positions they have. As Song Joong-ki mesmerizes viewers by portraying any role delicately and convincingly, we look forward to his upcoming acting party.

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