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Girl meets cursed boy. Ghost crashes the party. Somehow, its a love story.
Genre: Romance | Comedy | Supernatural | Horror
Head Over Heels is one of those unexpected dramas that slowly sneaks up on you. It starts off a bit slow but once it finds its rhythm, it becomes oddly addictive. The blend of romcom, supernatural horror and emotional drama feels fresh without trying too hard.
The story follows Seong Ah, a sweet young shaman who falls in love at first sight with Gyeon Woo, a boy cursed to die within 21 days. From the start, she decides to save him, no matter what it takes. But Gyeon Woo isnt easy to get close to, he is quiet, closed off and clearly dealing with a painful past. He is been haunted by ghosts for most of his life and wants nothing to do with shamans.
Still, Seong Ah slowly breaks through his walls and just when their friendship starts to grow, the story throws a twist, Gyeon Woo is possessed by an evil spirit named Bong Su, who turns out to be more playful and chaotic than actually evil. He is a wandering spirit of korean young soldier from the japanese colonial era, who now just wants to enjoy life like any other teenager doing study, playing sports, flirting and living freely like a normal person. His scenes were honestly so entertaining and surprisingly, he ends up liking Seong Ah too.
The main villain, Yeomhwa, has a tragic backstory. After losing her baby, she turns dark and starts worshipping a evil deity. She is also connected to Seong Ah’s spirit family, which makes things even more complicated. But her story isnt black and white, by the end, you might even feel a bit sorry for her.
Another standout character is Jiho, the SML of the story. And let me just say, we dont get second leads like him anymore. He is funny, kind, deeply loyal and even though he loves Seong Ah, he always puts his friendship with Gyeon Woo (& Seong Ah) first. He looks out for both of them, supports them silently and brings a lot of warmth to the story. He never felt like a pity character, just someone you genuinely root for.
While the drama stumbles slightly in the E11 with some confusing time skips and unexplained lore, the emotional core remains intact.
The show balances humor and heartbreak in a way that works surprisingly well, one moment you are laughing at a mischievous spirit causing chaos and the next, you are caught up in emotional moments. The shamanic lore adds a unique layer, even if some parts near the end get a little confusing.
The characters are easily the strongest part. The FL is warm and determined, while the ML, though cold at first, grows in a way that feels earned. But honestly, its the SML Jiho, who quietly steals the show. He is funny, selfless and genuinely caring, the kind of SML we rarely get anymore.
Visually, its decent, with some nicely done eerie scenes and the music fits the mood.
👍 What’s Good:
#A fresh mix of romance, comedy and supernatural themes
#Strong character development
#Jiho and Bong Su are scene stealers
#Emotional and heartwarming moments
👎 What Could Be Better:
#Slow start
#Some confusing plot developments in the later episodes
#Lore heavy elements might be overwhelming or under explained for some viewers
Overall Head Over Heels is an unexpected gem. If you like unique stories with heartfelt romance, funny moments and some spooky twists, this one is worth watching!!
Head Over Heels is one of those unexpected dramas that slowly sneaks up on you. It starts off a bit slow but once it finds its rhythm, it becomes oddly addictive. The blend of romcom, supernatural horror and emotional drama feels fresh without trying too hard.
The story follows Seong Ah, a sweet young shaman who falls in love at first sight with Gyeon Woo, a boy cursed to die within 21 days. From the start, she decides to save him, no matter what it takes. But Gyeon Woo isnt easy to get close to, he is quiet, closed off and clearly dealing with a painful past. He is been haunted by ghosts for most of his life and wants nothing to do with shamans.
Still, Seong Ah slowly breaks through his walls and just when their friendship starts to grow, the story throws a twist, Gyeon Woo is possessed by an evil spirit named Bong Su, who turns out to be more playful and chaotic than actually evil. He is a wandering spirit of korean young soldier from the japanese colonial era, who now just wants to enjoy life like any other teenager doing study, playing sports, flirting and living freely like a normal person. His scenes were honestly so entertaining and surprisingly, he ends up liking Seong Ah too.
The main villain, Yeomhwa, has a tragic backstory. After losing her baby, she turns dark and starts worshipping a evil deity. She is also connected to Seong Ah’s spirit family, which makes things even more complicated. But her story isnt black and white, by the end, you might even feel a bit sorry for her.
Another standout character is Jiho, the SML of the story. And let me just say, we dont get second leads like him anymore. He is funny, kind, deeply loyal and even though he loves Seong Ah, he always puts his friendship with Gyeon Woo (& Seong Ah) first. He looks out for both of them, supports them silently and brings a lot of warmth to the story. He never felt like a pity character, just someone you genuinely root for.
While the drama stumbles slightly in the E11 with some confusing time skips and unexplained lore, the emotional core remains intact.
The show balances humor and heartbreak in a way that works surprisingly well, one moment you are laughing at a mischievous spirit causing chaos and the next, you are caught up in emotional moments. The shamanic lore adds a unique layer, even if some parts near the end get a little confusing.
The characters are easily the strongest part. The FL is warm and determined, while the ML, though cold at first, grows in a way that feels earned. But honestly, its the SML Jiho, who quietly steals the show. He is funny, selfless and genuinely caring, the kind of SML we rarely get anymore.
Visually, its decent, with some nicely done eerie scenes and the music fits the mood.
👍 What’s Good:
#A fresh mix of romance, comedy and supernatural themes
#Strong character development
#Jiho and Bong Su are scene stealers
#Emotional and heartwarming moments
👎 What Could Be Better:
#Slow start
#Some confusing plot developments in the later episodes
#Lore heavy elements might be overwhelming or under explained for some viewers
Overall Head Over Heels is an unexpected gem. If you like unique stories with heartfelt romance, funny moments and some spooky twists, this one is worth watching!!
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