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Deep, emotional realistic drama about life and coming-of-age
Reborn is a heartfelt coming-of-age and family drama that really surprised me with how deeply it hit. It shows modern society in a brutally realistic way—nosy neighbors, careless gossip, people who judge without knowing anything. At times, it felt so real it reminded me of things I’ve seen around me in real life.
The story focuses on teenagers slowly growing up, making mistakes, clashing with their parents, and learning step by step what life and responsibility really mean. The characters can be frustrating—especially the leads, who sometimes act immature—but that’s what makes the growth feel earned and believable.
There were quotes that stayed with me long after, especially this one from Ming Sheng’s dad:
“Being an adult isn’t freedom—because everything you do freely comes with responsibility. True freedom is being a teenager.”
That hit deep and captured the painful transition into adulthood so well.
The FL’s bond with her sister and mom was beautiful and heartbreaking. I judged the mom at times, but the show made me realize—just like the FL did—that some parents love deeply but silently. The dance scene using her sister’s choreography had me crying hard. It felt like they were dancing together.
Even her little brother stood out—such a rare protective sibling dynamic that made me love him. Usually, siblings in dramas just tease or fight, but here, their bond felt so genuine, especially after their shared loss.
If I had to nitpick, the sudden friendship with the former bullies felt rushed and unearned. But still, I was happy to see the FL find a place where she belonged. She truly deserved that peace.
This is such a good, realistic coming-of-age drama that covers so many important themes. It truly deserves a 10 for being one of those rare shows about life—filled with lessons to learn and messages that stick with you long after it ends. It made me shed some tears which is personally rare so yeah. Also with how heavy it is overall, the ending quite literally makes up for everything, it was heartwarming.
The story focuses on teenagers slowly growing up, making mistakes, clashing with their parents, and learning step by step what life and responsibility really mean. The characters can be frustrating—especially the leads, who sometimes act immature—but that’s what makes the growth feel earned and believable.
There were quotes that stayed with me long after, especially this one from Ming Sheng’s dad:
“Being an adult isn’t freedom—because everything you do freely comes with responsibility. True freedom is being a teenager.”
That hit deep and captured the painful transition into adulthood so well.
The FL’s bond with her sister and mom was beautiful and heartbreaking. I judged the mom at times, but the show made me realize—just like the FL did—that some parents love deeply but silently. The dance scene using her sister’s choreography had me crying hard. It felt like they were dancing together.
Even her little brother stood out—such a rare protective sibling dynamic that made me love him. Usually, siblings in dramas just tease or fight, but here, their bond felt so genuine, especially after their shared loss.
If I had to nitpick, the sudden friendship with the former bullies felt rushed and unearned. But still, I was happy to see the FL find a place where she belonged. She truly deserved that peace.
This is such a good, realistic coming-of-age drama that covers so many important themes. It truly deserves a 10 for being one of those rare shows about life—filled with lessons to learn and messages that stick with you long after it ends. It made me shed some tears which is personally rare so yeah. Also with how heavy it is overall, the ending quite literally makes up for everything, it was heartwarming.
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