Fun watch that held my interest
May 2025
This is basically a lighthearted comedy, with some low-key romance, intrigue, mystery and rivalry.
I liked Xiumin in this, and whilst right at the beginning I thought his acting seemed somewhat unnatural, it wasn't, as it suited the character's often hesitant, and somewhat 'old man' way of speaking, perfectly. He also expressed a very endearing naivety and enthusiasm.
Heo Gyun was actually out of time in his own era, probably more so than the current one he time-jumped to. However, he didn't seem in the least shocked by any of the modern-day technology and culture he woke up in the midst of, though. That did bug me, as if I came from a time without electricity (so completely dark once the sun went down), horses for transport, no proper roads, with all low level buildings, and woke up in present day Seoul, I think my senses (and brain), would have a meltdown! Imagine how fast, noisy and bright everything would be! However, he hardly flinched and took it all in his stride.
I did like his character; principled, positive, gentle, intelligent and caring.
Eun-sil (CSJ), is feisty, has a hard exterior, and has a snobbish attitude to her mother's diner, where she grew up. Her relationship with her mother is sometimes strained, and a particular aspect ifcthe story that I liked, was how her understanding and attitude changed.
Heo Gyun ends up with them, and there follows all kinds of shenanigans with threat, culinary rivalry, a celebrity, a shady detective, and the question of why HG ended up here.
The rival is Yi Hyeok (Lee Sae-on), who is arrogant and sly. I almost didn't recognise the actor from his lead role in Light On Me, a drama I really enjoyed. He also acted along side Xiumin in idol drama CEO Dol-Mart.
Reincarnation figures, and the story moves pretty well towards its conclusion, which isn't a disappointing one.
It doesn't look like a large budget production, and doesn't have a huge cast, but it's nevertheless a pretty good one that works.
It's an easy watch, I didn't get bored, enjoyed it overall, and wouldn't say no to watching it again.
This is basically a lighthearted comedy, with some low-key romance, intrigue, mystery and rivalry.
I liked Xiumin in this, and whilst right at the beginning I thought his acting seemed somewhat unnatural, it wasn't, as it suited the character's often hesitant, and somewhat 'old man' way of speaking, perfectly. He also expressed a very endearing naivety and enthusiasm.
Heo Gyun was actually out of time in his own era, probably more so than the current one he time-jumped to. However, he didn't seem in the least shocked by any of the modern-day technology and culture he woke up in the midst of, though. That did bug me, as if I came from a time without electricity (so completely dark once the sun went down), horses for transport, no proper roads, with all low level buildings, and woke up in present day Seoul, I think my senses (and brain), would have a meltdown! Imagine how fast, noisy and bright everything would be! However, he hardly flinched and took it all in his stride.
I did like his character; principled, positive, gentle, intelligent and caring.
Eun-sil (CSJ), is feisty, has a hard exterior, and has a snobbish attitude to her mother's diner, where she grew up. Her relationship with her mother is sometimes strained, and a particular aspect ifcthe story that I liked, was how her understanding and attitude changed.
Heo Gyun ends up with them, and there follows all kinds of shenanigans with threat, culinary rivalry, a celebrity, a shady detective, and the question of why HG ended up here.
The rival is Yi Hyeok (Lee Sae-on), who is arrogant and sly. I almost didn't recognise the actor from his lead role in Light On Me, a drama I really enjoyed. He also acted along side Xiumin in idol drama CEO Dol-Mart.
Reincarnation figures, and the story moves pretty well towards its conclusion, which isn't a disappointing one.
It doesn't look like a large budget production, and doesn't have a huge cast, but it's nevertheless a pretty good one that works.
It's an easy watch, I didn't get bored, enjoyed it overall, and wouldn't say no to watching it again.
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