I hope this drama has a happy ending... although the way the complex court politics is being portrayed, it seems unlikely they'll be able to lead a happy life until all the enemies like dowager queen and corrupt uncle are dead or incapacitated. Also the way the queen keeps writing letters to her baby, it shows that she will be not in baby's life in future. And they have to wrap up Bong Hwan's character arch as well. Seems a tad difficult that these two will end up together until it's in the present time or something. Though I hope they do get a satisfactory end to their love story
I stumbled across this gem while watching it's random clips on YouTube and have now binge watched all 16 episodes in the last three days. Haven't loved a drama so much in so long. I had already seen KJH in a couple of dramas but his acting in this one is on another level. And Shin Hye-Sun is just wow! Got me to believe that she is actually a man on so many occasions ?
3 episodes and I am loving this so far...love the slight mystery they have introduced in the main leads story...and I can relate so hard to KJW's character...the scared Lee Eun oh turning into this carefree and spontaneous Lee Seun-a... doing everything she was once afraid of. It says something about a show when they can bring out your deepest desires in the form of a character. And JCW is swoon-worthy not gonna lie but then I am bit biased there;)
apparently there is a lot of time gap b/w his breakup and him getting romantically close to SB but they didnt…
Yes that might be the case here, though as viewers, to us it seemed this guy's loyalties switched overnight. The makers should have relayed that properly. Or they should have devoted more time in the development of these two lead's love story. The confession seemed sudden, considering how indecisive they have shown DH's character to be. He went from being a mentor to having feelings for SB which didn't seem realistic at all. This show had some good potential but the choppy writing and editing has degraded it, especially the last few episodes. The upcoming two don't seem much better as well.
Yeah. I was wondering about this too. YJ broke up with him and suddenly he is in love with SB. Like what???
Exactly...it feels like the makers are tying up all the loose ends before the wrap of the show...and apparently the love story is one of the loose ends as well...almost like an afterthought. Somehow I just couldn't get invested into DH-SB love story...the DH-YJ seemed more real than this
I caught up with the last few episodes recently. The chemistry between DH and SB even though cute seems a bit rushed. Not sure why, but it feels like DH's affection shifted from YJ to SB really fast even though it took 10 episode to get to the point. One day he was all depressed about the end of his relationship with YJ and almost the next eve he is talking about how SB wouldn't like him talking to YJ....I mean what!! At one point, it felt like he was only getting cozy with SB to make YJ jealous but apparently there are genuine feelings involved. It's just that these feelings seem to have sprouted out of the blue. I get it...the makers have to end the show and have a limited window for romance... something they should have considered in the first 10 episodes of DH-YJ saga. From being a caring employer to the romantic confession of love, DH's character seems to have shifted loyalties very quickly.
The whole drama is filled with parodies of other dramas and movies. I think 2-3 per episode. It is not even subtle,…
I never knew this scene was from an existing movie...and there are more such scenes....thanks for sharing this insight....even the reference to world of married...I just thought the whole interaction was from the over-exaggerated pov of DS...still found it funny...I think even non-koreans can enjoy these scenes at face value even when they don't know it's supposed to be a parody. It's still fun to watch
Agree, it is so forced. The basic concept that if you are in a serious relationship for 3 years and haven't seen…
It's not surprising that they have not seen each other's parents...Asian kids introduce their gf/bf to the family when they are really serious about each other....and herr relationship was serious from DH's end...not much from YJ's...that was clear since the first few episodes....all this time he has insisted to meet her parents but she has never consented...making some or the other excuse...it's just that things have taken a drastic turn due to YJ's mother's interference...it basically gave DH a reality check that she and her mom will always see DH family at the lower end of the social ladder.
i felt so bad to those hesitating viewers who planned to watch this but didn't do because of the blatant criticisms…
Agreed...the show's growth from ep1 to ep10 has been amazing....it's a pity most ppl dropped the show in the initial weeks based on face value and generalisations. This show's narrative has produced some of the most real characters that I have ever seen. The parents heartbreak after they realized they have been played...that scene legit brought tears to my eyes....also I could never hate YJ's character...still feel she is being real and her decision to break up is for the good of both of them. Wouldn't go as far as to say this is the best show ever but it's definitely a show worth watching.
I'm loving it so far. and really glad that they went on depict that close to reality. the struggle people with…
Even I like the fact that YJ's character has many layers to her...she is definitely not perfect...keeps DH at an arm's distance...knows she should probably break up with DH but keeps on dragging the relationship coz she doesn't want to let go of this amazing person who loves her unconditionally...also the reason she is so insecure about SB who, in her mind, can easily snag DH if she puts her mind to it. Her character has such grey shades that it makes her somehow relatable. The creators will eventually end DH and YJ relationship and they are dragging it just coz it's one of the main plotline of the story.... something a lot of people find hard to understand.
Just watched episode 7 and I must say, I am enjoying it thus far...the comedy, the emotional aspect, the relationship dynamic between DH's mother and SB and the friendship she has with GB and the other girl, the way they are always supporting her and rooting for her. I had started watching for JCW and now I care for these aspects more than anything else. The characters seem real in the way they are portrayed. Not everyone is perfect and this drama shows just that. I actually enjoyed DS version of what transpired between SB and YJ. All controveries aside, the whole show looks like one big parody. Looking forward to the next episode. Fighting!!
Actors take roles for many different reasons. No one will ever convince me Lee Min Ho signed on to play a high…
I think Healer was his best work till date...the suave and charisma he had in that show, sadly it was missing in the recent ones. He is super talented but doesn't want to be limit himself with action roles...that's quite understable as every actor should be able to portray versatility in their roles. It's just that, as audience, we are so used to seeing him take charge of every situation, that a character like DH seems very underwhelming.
Just watched episode 4 and I must say it's so much better than the mukbang fest that was episode 3...we get a little insight into the working of DH's and SB's minds. Although I enjoyed the episode as a whole, I really liked the introduction of "puppy" and found his chemistry with SB better...would really like to watch the development of that angle
People coming to the comment section for first impressions, here's mine:The drama is set in a very web-toon like…
Agree....JCW's character here reminds me of Bong Soo too...he was just too adorable there. I think JCW is best at playing these slightly socially awkward guys...and the heroine pursuing the hero instead of the other way round is such a delight to watch...I am happy the ratings have gone up.
They are too lazy to go check the definition in the Law and they prefer to argument based on their own understanding…
Well I don't necessarily agree with you here as it would be seriously weird on his part to give his phone number to a school girl...that would be ethically wrong on a lot of levels. I still think he was just too surprised to even notice what was happening....he tries to rectify the situation by saying it's not his number. That shows he didn't give his number willingly. Also CDH's character is supposed to be a confused kind of person lacking in judgement.
Yes it might happen that JSB helps him gain more confidence in the coming episodes.
They are too lazy to go check the definition in the Law and they prefer to argument based on their own understanding…
Well I think he was too dumbfounded by that kiss to realize he had blurted out his phone number....it was comical to watch.
But I agree on your point....to me it just seemed like harmless flirtation from a bold school girl which the hero, even though surprised, did not get harassed by it. On the other hand he clearly dismissed her from his mind...moved on with his life...opened a convenience store and got himself a girlfriend. He only remembered her after she showed up and then was probably too embarrassed by the memory to mention it. The heroine on her part clearly didn't follow up or harass or stalk him in any way during these three years. I am sure she knows it's unacceptable at her age to do something like that. Now that she is older, she feels he is fair game. What her real motivations are would become clear on the coming episodes. The only thing I feel a little weird about is that the hero is clearly objectified by all the females around him for his pretty face. But it really doesn't make much difference as it's a light hearted show and gives you the much needed dose of laughter...just my opinion....others might differ.
I had already seen KJH in a couple of dramas but his acting in this one is on another level. And Shin Hye-Sun is just wow! Got me to believe that she is actually a man on so many occasions ?
This show had some good potential but the choppy writing and editing has degraded it, especially the last few episodes. The upcoming two don't seem much better as well.
I get it...the makers have to end the show and have a limited window for romance... something they should have considered in the first 10 episodes of DH-YJ saga. From being a caring employer to the romantic confession of love, DH's character seems to have shifted loyalties very quickly.
Yes it might happen that JSB helps him gain more confidence in the coming episodes.
But I agree on your point....to me it just seemed like harmless flirtation from a bold school girl which the hero, even though surprised, did not get harassed by it. On the other hand he clearly dismissed her from his mind...moved on with his life...opened a convenience store and got himself a girlfriend. He only remembered her after she showed up and then was probably too embarrassed by the memory to mention it.
The heroine on her part clearly didn't follow up or harass or stalk him in any way during these three years. I am sure she knows it's unacceptable at her age to do something like that. Now that she is older, she feels he is fair game.
What her real motivations are would become clear on the coming episodes.
The only thing I feel a little weird about is that the hero is clearly objectified by all the females around him for his pretty face. But it really doesn't make much difference as it's a light hearted show and gives you the much needed dose of laughter...just my opinion....others might differ.