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You are more than what meets the eye!!
The premise of the drama might sound like your typical twin switcheroo at first glance but honestly, it hit way deeper than I expected. It is not just about mistaken identities but also about second chances and a gentle reminder of how easy it is sometimes to lose ourselves trying to live a life we think we are supposed to as per societal standards.
The drama was a mix of both light and heavy tones. On the surface, it feels simple and kind of comforting. But there is this emotional weight underneath. The type that hits you after, when you are just lying there thinking about it way longer than you expected.
One of the biggest things that I liked and surprised me was how little we know about the people around us including our own family. Everyone is lowkey fighting their own battles and they might have just gotten really good at hiding the hurt. For me, there was also a silent message to be kind.
This was also a harsh reminder that when people do speak up mustering the courage after holding it so long, sometimes instead of support they are isolated and shut out.
Yoo Miji and Yoo Mirae are twins who look exactly alike but their lives could not be different. Miji is more of a carefree soul but compared to her, Mirae is rigid and driven but both of them quietly struggle in their own ways. When they decided to switch places, what seemed like a bold and sort of reckless move tuned into something very emotional. Somehow, through each other's lives, they began their journey to understand their own pains, regrets and fears a little better.
The drama also talks about workplace bullying and doesn't shy away from showing darker realities on how it affects an individual. It questions how people in higher positions with respected careers can treat and save the wrongdoers while isolating the vulnerable. I was glad it wasn't overly dramatised as it felt so real.
Coming to the romance part of the drama, I was more than fulfilled. Both the couples had such different vibes, but they delivered. The chemistry felt real and the moments were tender without being over-the-top. No forced drama, just growth, vulnerability and the kind of love that makes you smile like an idiot at your screen.
Miji & Hosu: Two people who found each other in their most desperate times without even realising it.
Hosu is a lawyer who looks like the perfect ML who has it all together but is really just trying to survive every day without falling apart. He doesn't do anything loud but his journey of letting go of the silent grief he has been holding. It literally brought tears to my eyes.
His personality is very different from Miji and somehow they both complement each other so perfectly.
Mirae & Sejin: They were that awkward but adorable couple, the kind I will root for because their vibe is soft and sweet, even if they are a little clumsy.
But if I am being honest, my biggest issue with the drama is how little we actually get to know both of them. Compared to Miji and Hosu, their story feels undercooked. Even though they are supposed to be main characters, they kind of end up feeling like side characters, more like a stepping stone in someone else’s journey than the focus of their own.
Mirae does get more screen time than Sejin, but I still feel like I never got to truly understand her. We saw her react to things but rarely got to sit with her inner world or see where she was coming from. It’s like watching from the outside but never being invited to sit with them and understand their emotions.
The two mothers (Hosu & the twins) also have their own little stories of struggle and acceptance. Hosu’s mom looked perfect like her son on the outside, but she kept her struggles on the low, showing strength through quiet sacrifice and just dealing with them silently. Meanwhile, the twins’ mom wore her emotions on her sleeves. They were different, but both of them showed that hardship and acceptance come in all forms.
Also, I feel they could done better with the LGBTQ representation. This is 2025 and I feel "they are friends like family" is just old and dated take. I don't think it was fooling anyone.
Acting-wise, Park Bo Young stole the show. To play two different characters who are as complex and different as day and night was incredible. The emotions and laughs landed just right. I wasn't confused even once between both her characters and that speaks volumes about how well she portrayed it. Park Jinyoung as Ho-su was also a standout, he was perfectly cast for the role. All the other supporting cast members also brought their A-game, especially the actress playing the young version of the twins.
The cinematography was beautiful and I really liked how the transition from past and present was smooth. Flasbacks were really important here and the way instead of using it as drama , it added the much needed layer to each character with their present personalities.
It was Netflix licenced, so the budget wasn't an issue and it shows.
Overall, this drama felt like a mirror, reflecting both our inner emotions and the realities around us. It was soft, painful, comforting but honest. It's been a while K-dramas made me feel this way.
I would 100% recommend it.
----------***** ----------
There are many quotable lines from the drama but here are few most favourites -
“It wasn't until I lived as someone else that I realized my worst enemy was myself.”
"Yesterday is over. Tomorrow is yet to come. Today is yet unknown. Let's go!"
“No matter how pathetic or messy it looks, anything you do to survive is brave.”
----------***** ----------
Thank you for reading my review! <3 I hope you enjoy this drama as much as I did! :))
The drama was a mix of both light and heavy tones. On the surface, it feels simple and kind of comforting. But there is this emotional weight underneath. The type that hits you after, when you are just lying there thinking about it way longer than you expected.
One of the biggest things that I liked and surprised me was how little we know about the people around us including our own family. Everyone is lowkey fighting their own battles and they might have just gotten really good at hiding the hurt. For me, there was also a silent message to be kind.
This was also a harsh reminder that when people do speak up mustering the courage after holding it so long, sometimes instead of support they are isolated and shut out.
Yoo Miji and Yoo Mirae are twins who look exactly alike but their lives could not be different. Miji is more of a carefree soul but compared to her, Mirae is rigid and driven but both of them quietly struggle in their own ways. When they decided to switch places, what seemed like a bold and sort of reckless move tuned into something very emotional. Somehow, through each other's lives, they began their journey to understand their own pains, regrets and fears a little better.
The drama also talks about workplace bullying and doesn't shy away from showing darker realities on how it affects an individual. It questions how people in higher positions with respected careers can treat and save the wrongdoers while isolating the vulnerable. I was glad it wasn't overly dramatised as it felt so real.
Coming to the romance part of the drama, I was more than fulfilled. Both the couples had such different vibes, but they delivered. The chemistry felt real and the moments were tender without being over-the-top. No forced drama, just growth, vulnerability and the kind of love that makes you smile like an idiot at your screen.
Miji & Hosu: Two people who found each other in their most desperate times without even realising it.
Hosu is a lawyer who looks like the perfect ML who has it all together but is really just trying to survive every day without falling apart. He doesn't do anything loud but his journey of letting go of the silent grief he has been holding. It literally brought tears to my eyes.
His personality is very different from Miji and somehow they both complement each other so perfectly.
Mirae & Sejin: They were that awkward but adorable couple, the kind I will root for because their vibe is soft and sweet, even if they are a little clumsy.
But if I am being honest, my biggest issue with the drama is how little we actually get to know both of them. Compared to Miji and Hosu, their story feels undercooked. Even though they are supposed to be main characters, they kind of end up feeling like side characters, more like a stepping stone in someone else’s journey than the focus of their own.
Mirae does get more screen time than Sejin, but I still feel like I never got to truly understand her. We saw her react to things but rarely got to sit with her inner world or see where she was coming from. It’s like watching from the outside but never being invited to sit with them and understand their emotions.
The two mothers (Hosu & the twins) also have their own little stories of struggle and acceptance. Hosu’s mom looked perfect like her son on the outside, but she kept her struggles on the low, showing strength through quiet sacrifice and just dealing with them silently. Meanwhile, the twins’ mom wore her emotions on her sleeves. They were different, but both of them showed that hardship and acceptance come in all forms.
Also, I feel they could done better with the LGBTQ representation. This is 2025 and I feel "they are friends like family" is just old and dated take. I don't think it was fooling anyone.
Acting-wise, Park Bo Young stole the show. To play two different characters who are as complex and different as day and night was incredible. The emotions and laughs landed just right. I wasn't confused even once between both her characters and that speaks volumes about how well she portrayed it. Park Jinyoung as Ho-su was also a standout, he was perfectly cast for the role. All the other supporting cast members also brought their A-game, especially the actress playing the young version of the twins.
The cinematography was beautiful and I really liked how the transition from past and present was smooth. Flasbacks were really important here and the way instead of using it as drama , it added the much needed layer to each character with their present personalities.
It was Netflix licenced, so the budget wasn't an issue and it shows.
Overall, this drama felt like a mirror, reflecting both our inner emotions and the realities around us. It was soft, painful, comforting but honest. It's been a while K-dramas made me feel this way.
I would 100% recommend it.
----------***** ----------
There are many quotable lines from the drama but here are few most favourites -
“It wasn't until I lived as someone else that I realized my worst enemy was myself.”
"Yesterday is over. Tomorrow is yet to come. Today is yet unknown. Let's go!"
“No matter how pathetic or messy it looks, anything you do to survive is brave.”
----------***** ----------
Thank you for reading my review! <3 I hope you enjoy this drama as much as I did! :))
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