Floki

Let’s address the elephant in the room. Would You Marry Me? is one of the most conventional and unoriginal rom-com K-dramas to come out in years. If you’re hoping for something fresh, bold, or innovative, this definitely won’t scratch that itch. It follows the classic template so closely that it can become frustrating, hitting every cliché from the last three decades: tragic pasts, overbearing family members, love triangles, and every familiar trope in between.

With that said, the real question becomes: “But is it any good?”
If originality isn’t something you prioritize, then yes ~ absolutely. The cast is fantastic, the leads have strong chemistry, and even the supporting actors get enough space to make their characters memorable. The drama is fun, entertaining, and filled with the kind of iconic rom-com moments that are designed to make you smile. The OST also complements the tone perfectly.

In the end, if you want something fresh and innovative, this is probably a pass. But if you’re in the mood for something light, enjoyable, and well-executed ~ or if you haven’t watched dozens of rom-coms already ~ then it’s an easy recommendation. It may not reinvent the genre, but it delivers exactly what it promises, and it delivers it well.