Everything so good, but ended disappointly
Reborn Rich is another revenge drama, but with time and space involving memory transfer to another body which is quite supernatural. Another thing the drama does well is executing the ideas of the character through and showcasing many glimpses of early 2000s South Korea.There is very less romance in the drama, and for a reason I preferred that. The political strategy and the ups and downs in the country that has been utilised by the Soonyang family was quite intriguing. The best of the drama is the relationship between Jin Do Jun and his grandfather, is pure gold, it's just perfect and deserves a 10 just for it, the acting was on point even with the child actor was brilliant too.
Everything was straightaway gold until the last episode. The 15th episode changed the pattern of the show and the finale of the drama turned out to be messed up. Episode 16 throws out everything, every aspiration, dream, all the development and the beautifully crafted revenge plot, and turns into a train-wreck that looks conclusive on paper, yet lacking in feeling like a real ending. The character of Do Jun had the saddest conclusion and it felt a forced way out for Soonyang which made the conclusion unsatisfactory. Had it not been for the ending, the drama definitely had the best output of its potential.
My Rating : 8/10
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Good plot with great execution/acting..
Vincenzo was very good from the start and ended amazingly. The lead actors had the charm and their presence never faded. An Italian gangster in Korea fighting for rights, the story was unique and well executed.The production was excellent and not to forget, the side characters aptly did their role as well. Although I had a little issue with the Runtime/No. of episodes it had (16 episodes would have been sufficient), it maintained itself till the very end with satisfying result.
I don't write much long reviews, but to summarise, Vincenzo is easily among Top 5 best Drama to have released this year..
My Overall Rating: 8.5/10
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A story spanning 6 decades
When Life Gives You Tangerines is a poignant tale of love, loss, resilience, and fleeting joy, much like the sea that both nurtures and torments its people. While all the characters were important, it was Ae Sun (played by IU) , her mother and her daughter that were the core of the story.The drama offers visually powerful, and amidst bitter winds of fate, yet also heartwarming and at the same time realistic, lifelike high-end KDrama. A story that starts with Ae-Sun and Gwan-sik spans 6 decades across 3 generations.
The different generations demonstrated the sacrifices that parents make for their children as well as their mistakes. Children learned that regret was a bitter pill to swallow once a parent was gone. Sometimes love was enough to sustain a relationship and sometimes it wasn’t. Life wasn’t easy about handing out answers regardless of the season people were in. There are lot of moments when you can't stop shredding your tears.
The drama portrays the struggles of ordinary people with heartbreaking accuracy. What I found remarkable about this show is how it embraces the passage of time. We don’t just see Ae Sun and Gwan Sik as young dreamers; we follow them across decades, through different phases of life, witnessing their evolving relationship shaped by circumstances beyond their control.
The level of acting in this show is phenomenal. The assembled cast pulled their weight in gold, from the child actors to the veteran elderly actors. IU as Ae Sun and Choi Taek as Gwan Sik were just perfect casting. The cinematography is stunning, and Jeju Island feels like a character in itself. Every frame feels like a painting, rich with nostalgia and emotion.
Some dramas entertain, but some dramas linger in your heart long after the credits roll. When Life Gives You Tangerines is a drama that will stay with you for a long time. It is going to leave you feeling both fulfilled and slightly heartbroken—a rare balance that only the most beautifully told stories achieve. A unique K-Drama that offers everything with a perfect balance.
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Intertwined by Fate
Karma is a 6 episodes Korean thriller series that revolves around six lives, each navigating their own personal battles with past mistakes and the weight of their decisions.Every episode has a tense setting, characters with a past and a top-notch storytelling that keeps you guessing till the end. What makes Karma stand out is how these individual stories intertwine, building a larger picture of fate and consequence. The theme of karma is ever-present, with characters’ wrong choices haunting them in often tragic ways. The acting and emotional depth is on point.
Karma is not only an intense but thought-provoking watch. It wasn’t just the twists and suspense that kept me hooked—it was the deep dive into human nature and the exploration of how even small decisions can alter the course of our lives.
My Rating : 4.5/5
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