A Solid Mystery and Romance Through a Fan/Idol Lens
I really appreciated the fan/idol dynamic and how it was explored from multiple perspectives. The series tackled so many themes that it was hard for any one element to truly shine, but it managed to accomplish everything it set out to do in a satisfying way.The mystery kept me guessing almost until the end. It wasn’t the kind of show where every episode ended on a jaw-dropping cliffhanger, but it consistently kept me intrigued.
The romance was fun and handled with care, especially given the complicated dynamic. Like the mystery, it had to share space with everything else, but it still pulled me in.
Overall, I enjoyed it. It tried to juggle a lot at once and did so in a way that felt admirable and well-balanced.
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Somewhat silly but very cute drama
It was so cute! It started off feeling a little silly, but a few episodes in that silliness turned into pure joy. The two leads had incredible chemistry. It took me a minute to adjust to the ML’s tone, but by episode three I was completely on board.It’s one of those series that just flies by while you’re sitting there smiling the whole time. There are some dramatic themes, but nothing overly heavy—just enough tension to make the character and relationship growth feel meaningful.
And even beyond the main couple, I really loved the way the two teachers and two students developed. The writers clearly understand romcom structure and pacing so well.
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Thought-provoking character study on luxury, identity, and narrative power.
If you enjoy complex characters that make you think hard about their motives, there is a lot to like here. The mystery is strong — quite a maze — but done in a way that reinforces the themes rather than simply solving plot points. And I love stories like that.The way it examines luxury and identity is fascinating, especially how it weaves the power of narrative as the driving force behind both.
The acting was incredible. Especially Shin Hye-sun — which should be no surprise — she builds the character with such detail. Lee Yi Dam also stood out. I do wish they had spent more time on her character, but she absolutely nailed the role.
I thought episodes 7 and 8 could have stretched into one or two more episodes, but it’s hard to complain about a tightly told story.
As for the ending, it might upset some, but I thought it stayed true to the story — reinforcing the themes in a thought-provoking way rather than over-explaining.
Highly recommend this one.
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