A Heartfelt Journey into Inner Beauty
The Story: More Than Just a Transformation
Based on the popular South Korean webtoon My ID is Gangnam Beauty, this Thai drama follows a girl who was severely bullied during her school years because of her looks. The trauma destroyed her self-confidence and left her with no friends, leading her to make the life-altering decision to undergo plastic surgery before entering university.
The surgery is successful, but her new life brings new challenges. She encounters a former classmate who she remembers as being "bad" to her, only to discover he was actually someone who always wanted to comfort and protect her.
My Personal Take: The "Artificial" Label
This drama is a beautiful exploration of confidence and friendship. It was heartbreaking to see her still being bullied at university, with people calling her names like "Artificial Beauty." The story follows her journey as she tries to adjust to this new environment and find the strength to be a "normal" student despite the labels society tries to force on her.
Key Lessons & Favorite Lines
This drama is a must-watch because of the powerful messages it conveys about value and self-worth:
True Value: "Our values should be defined by who we are," not by the standards the world tries to set based on our appearance.
Stay True: "If we stay true to who we are, it will bring people who truly accept us into our lives."
Inner Beauty: Ultimately, this show proves that looks don't matter—it is our heart and our behavior that define us. In the end, "Forgiveness" is a major theme that allows the characters to move forward.
Final Verdict
If you want a youth drama that balances romance and comedy with a serious discussion on societal standards, Beauty Newbie is a great choice.
Based on the popular South Korean webtoon My ID is Gangnam Beauty, this Thai drama follows a girl who was severely bullied during her school years because of her looks. The trauma destroyed her self-confidence and left her with no friends, leading her to make the life-altering decision to undergo plastic surgery before entering university.
The surgery is successful, but her new life brings new challenges. She encounters a former classmate who she remembers as being "bad" to her, only to discover he was actually someone who always wanted to comfort and protect her.
My Personal Take: The "Artificial" Label
This drama is a beautiful exploration of confidence and friendship. It was heartbreaking to see her still being bullied at university, with people calling her names like "Artificial Beauty." The story follows her journey as she tries to adjust to this new environment and find the strength to be a "normal" student despite the labels society tries to force on her.
Key Lessons & Favorite Lines
This drama is a must-watch because of the powerful messages it conveys about value and self-worth:
True Value: "Our values should be defined by who we are," not by the standards the world tries to set based on our appearance.
Stay True: "If we stay true to who we are, it will bring people who truly accept us into our lives."
Inner Beauty: Ultimately, this show proves that looks don't matter—it is our heart and our behavior that define us. In the end, "Forgiveness" is a major theme that allows the characters to move forward.
Final Verdict
If you want a youth drama that balances romance and comedy with a serious discussion on societal standards, Beauty Newbie is a great choice.
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