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Exceeded my expectations
First, I want to start by saying how enjoyable this watch was for me, from the comedic moments to the romantic, heartfelt ones. There are many aspects I want to discuss, so I’ve broken them down.
Male Lead:
I was initially concerned about the actor playing a CEO typa role, but I was relying heavily on his acting skills. However, he absolutely nailed his role! His character was also very fun and bubbly. I was getting really tired of how, in many kdramas, these types of characters are usually part of a side couple, but in this case, he was the MAIN ROLE! I also loved how he was an otaku and stayed true to that throughout the entire show. It was so wholesome.
Female Lead:
I honestly loved her throughout all the episodes because, personally, I found all the decisions she made to be very reasonable, which is apparently a very unpopular opinion. She was a character still maturing and aiming for financial stability for herself and her family, so it made sense for her to be hesitant about the relationship. Her character design was also very satisfying because it was refreshing to see a woman who could actually stand up for herself and for justice!
Trope:
I’m always so terrified of office romances because they tend to be filled with stereotypical tropes. This show had its fair share of them, but the approach and resolutions made it stand out to me. Two examples really highlighted this: One was when the male lead told the female lead to go abroad. I was worried it was going to lead to an argument, but instead, they COMMUNICATED and understood each other's intentions. Another example was when the male lead publicly announced his otaku persona to the world, without force or blackmail. It was so satisfying because he was truly ready to embrace what he loves without shame.
Message:
From what I interpreted, the overall message of this drama is about work-life balance and how corporate life can make you neglect your hobbies and interests, forcing you into the “beige” theory. Seeing the male lead being shunned for his hobbies and interests, which made him different, highlights the oppression within the corporate industry. Also, at the end of the show, our female lead finally decides to explore her hobbies and interests, and those scenes were so adorable. I love her so much!
Disadvantages:
I didn’t give this a perfect rating because I wasn’t a fan of the side couple’s story. It was just so boring and really dragged out. They had the same problem, and it was repeated throughout the show. Also, the male lead’s grandma felt rather empty. Her entire purpose seemed to be that she was still grieving, but her 180 felt really unnatural to me.
Overall:
This show was such a great mix of comedy, romance, and slice of life it was an incredibly enjoyable watch! Since I watched it weekly, I can’t really say if it would be fun enough to watch in one sitting (probably not).
Male Lead:
I was initially concerned about the actor playing a CEO typa role, but I was relying heavily on his acting skills. However, he absolutely nailed his role! His character was also very fun and bubbly. I was getting really tired of how, in many kdramas, these types of characters are usually part of a side couple, but in this case, he was the MAIN ROLE! I also loved how he was an otaku and stayed true to that throughout the entire show. It was so wholesome.
Female Lead:
I honestly loved her throughout all the episodes because, personally, I found all the decisions she made to be very reasonable, which is apparently a very unpopular opinion. She was a character still maturing and aiming for financial stability for herself and her family, so it made sense for her to be hesitant about the relationship. Her character design was also very satisfying because it was refreshing to see a woman who could actually stand up for herself and for justice!
Trope:
I’m always so terrified of office romances because they tend to be filled with stereotypical tropes. This show had its fair share of them, but the approach and resolutions made it stand out to me. Two examples really highlighted this: One was when the male lead told the female lead to go abroad. I was worried it was going to lead to an argument, but instead, they COMMUNICATED and understood each other's intentions. Another example was when the male lead publicly announced his otaku persona to the world, without force or blackmail. It was so satisfying because he was truly ready to embrace what he loves without shame.
Message:
From what I interpreted, the overall message of this drama is about work-life balance and how corporate life can make you neglect your hobbies and interests, forcing you into the “beige” theory. Seeing the male lead being shunned for his hobbies and interests, which made him different, highlights the oppression within the corporate industry. Also, at the end of the show, our female lead finally decides to explore her hobbies and interests, and those scenes were so adorable. I love her so much!
Disadvantages:
I didn’t give this a perfect rating because I wasn’t a fan of the side couple’s story. It was just so boring and really dragged out. They had the same problem, and it was repeated throughout the show. Also, the male lead’s grandma felt rather empty. Her entire purpose seemed to be that she was still grieving, but her 180 felt really unnatural to me.
Overall:
This show was such a great mix of comedy, romance, and slice of life it was an incredibly enjoyable watch! Since I watched it weekly, I can’t really say if it would be fun enough to watch in one sitting (probably not).
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