Anais

This is the bromance I didn’t expect to find. The story follows a teenager, Yi Heon, who, after attempting suicide, ends up sharing his body with the soul of a gangster, Kim Deuk Pal. The premise is simple: Yi Heon transforms from a bullied, lonely young man into a popular, justice-driven student. Along the way, he forms a strong bond with Se Kyung, a fellow student who becomes determined to uncover the secret behind Yi Heon’s drastic change. The two, both from abusive households, provide each other with much-needed friendship and support.

I honestly didn’t expect this to turn into such a heartfelt bromance. I initially thought it would be a typical drama about a “loser” reclaiming his life, but instead, it highlights how Yi Heon finds people who truly care about him. As the plot develops (within the constraints of 8 episodes), Yi Heon discovers he’s the illegitimate son of a wealthy chairman from a construction company, and a secretary schemes to take the place of the chairman’s wife. Along the way, Yi Heon encounters Kim Deuk Pal’s old acquaintances, leading to action-packed moments and misunderstandings.

Overall, it's a light, enjoyable series—a perfect break between longer or more emotionally intense dramas. While I would have loved more episodes to dive deeper into the friendship between Yi Heon and Se Kyung, the 8-episode format makes sense. The production and acting are solid, and Yoon Chan Young, whom I’ve been following since his breakout role on Netflix, continues to choose interesting projects that blend action with complex characters. I’ll be keeping an eye on his future roles.