Why is everyone just presuming that ji hwan and yeori were in a romantic relationship. So far, there has been…
I thought the same the 1st couple of episodes. They were only 20 years old at the time, so the likelihood of some grand romance is slim to none. .
But lately they've been throwing out hints (hopefully red herrings) that Min-hwan also "loved" her and may have been jealous of her relationship with Ji-hwan. And then that stupid heart transplant seems to also point to romantic follow-through - I really hate that sub-plot but that sort of "fate" element is popular in Asian dramas so I have to close my eyes to it.
Seong Deok Mi in "Her Private Label Life" learned to hide that part of her life from society: family,…
Lol, but you spurred me to do some quick research.
Deok Mi was 33 years old in Her Private Lives (that's the Netflix title). Also, her "crush" was a current idol and much younger (23 yrs). But yes, her apartment was a shrine, much like Nam De Reum.
Nam De Reum is ~29 years old and this is not her first full time position. It's not clear how much she hides her idol worship but she changed jobs in the hopes of working for her him. That's why I find her very immature for her age and why I hope she grows up soon because my fave Kang Hoon deserves a better plot/romantic partner than what we see on the screen right now.
Waiting until 60% episode drop? You have more will power than me!
Kang Hoon is one of my favorite actors and he's playing unemotional/smart CEO perfectly.
But I can't stand the FL character - silly, immature sitting at ground zero of the adulting stage. I hope she begins to grow up - and soon.
Park Min Young played a similar role in "Her Private Lives" - one of the first kdramas I ever watched. But her character acknowledged that her fangirling of the idol was a hobby and she didn't dream of a real relationship. In the working world she was extremely professional.
I was going to watch it for the comedy and horror and hoped for something like Phantom lawyer. Is this one similar…
Park Eun Bin said the drama was 50% romance, 30% comedy and 20% occult/horror. To the extent that the drama features the ML and FL 50% of the time, it's accurate. But thus far the relationship is warm/supportive, not "romantic".
Glad they kept the running gag of the torn shirts which is also in the movie.
I haven't seen the movie (and have no interest), but can you explain the significance of the necklace? It's my understanding that in the movie, the girls exchanged the necklace and somehow that determined who lived or died, but that doesn't seem to translate well to the drama. (girl/girl vs boy/girl)
Many folks wondering why there is no big red visible scar and also how Ma Gang-uk could be so healthy. I did some research (AI) and actually the drama is fairly realistic.
After 12 years, the scar would be a thin white 6-8" line from clavicle. The above chest view was minimal in the hospital scene and all other scenes with him shirtless have been his back (I was beginning to wonder if he was out of shape since no sexy frontal shower scenes😊). Maybe the thin white scar will eventually show up - especially if there is some big reveal, but really not very important.
As for his physical strength, heart recipients are actively encouraged to live very active lives and many jog, run half/full marathons, cycle, or do endurance sports. Full contact sports are discouraged but martial arts such which emphasize kicking or arms would be okay. Boxing, wrestling, etc - big no-nos.
His injury was to his HEART - not his head. That's why he went into V-tach but also why he was able to recover quickly once the heart revived. Time frame was ridiculous but the fact that he recovered easily is realistic.
Not sure why you say that. The surgery was 12 years ago. He was in his early '20s. A quick AI search tells us that many heart recipients run marathons and other endurance sports. Not in the 1st couple of years, of course, but after 12 years, totally believable.
My favorite actor Yoo In Soo, who played Gwi-nam in the original, will be discharged from his military service in August. It would be sooooo cool if they had time to film a cameo appearance with him before February release. One can hope!
The next step in their relationship has been broadcast from the beginning, that is: "they team up in a chaotic…
From tvN web site Gang-uks character description "Through a contract engagement with her, he saves her from a difficult situation"
My absolute favorite trope of all - the fake/contract engagement. I suppose the announcement will be at the end of Ep 6 - after they solve the Joseon mystery which I could honestly care less about - but Bring. It. On.
The next step in their relationship has been broadcast from the beginning, that is: "they team up in a chaotic partnership. . . . . . taking on society’s hidden evils together." Their "deal" has also been spelled out on the tvN site from the beginning but since it might be considered a spoiler (even though it is Very Public), I'll post it below.
There were a hundred ways to make this scene believable, but no... the writer or the director (whoever came up…
It doesn't make medical sense (allowed to walk out so quickly) and but at least it didn't rely upon some fantasy re-birth shamanistic mumbo-jumbo.
But such a contrived set-up definitely detracted from the purpose - the catalyst for Yeo-ri to re-examine her life and choices. And if writer thought it would come off as romantic - bit fail.
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But lately they've been throwing out hints (hopefully red herrings) that Min-hwan also "loved" her and may have been jealous of her relationship with Ji-hwan. And then that stupid heart transplant seems to also point to romantic follow-through - I really hate that sub-plot but that sort of "fate" element is popular in Asian dramas so I have to close my eyes to it.
Deok Mi was 33 years old in Her Private Lives (that's the Netflix title). Also, her "crush" was a current idol and much younger (23 yrs). But yes, her apartment was a shrine, much like Nam De Reum.
Nam De Reum is ~29 years old and this is not her first full time position. It's not clear how much she hides her idol worship but she changed jobs in the hopes of working for her him. That's why I find her very immature for her age and why I hope she grows up soon because my fave Kang Hoon deserves a better plot/romantic partner than what we see on the screen right now.
Waiting until 60% episode drop? You have more will power than me!
But I can't stand the FL character - silly, immature sitting at ground zero of the adulting stage. I hope she begins to grow up - and soon.
Park Min Young played a similar role in "Her Private Lives" - one of the first kdramas I ever watched. But her character acknowledged that her fangirling of the idol was a hobby and she didn't dream of a real relationship. In the working world she was extremely professional.
Many folks wondering why there is no big red visible scar and also how Ma Gang-uk could be so healthy. I did some research (AI) and actually the drama is fairly realistic.
After 12 years, the scar would be a thin white 6-8" line from clavicle. The above chest view was minimal in the hospital scene and all other scenes with him shirtless have been his back (I was beginning to wonder if he was out of shape since no sexy frontal shower scenes😊). Maybe the thin white scar will eventually show up - especially if there is some big reveal, but really not very important.
As for his physical strength, heart recipients are actively encouraged to live very active lives and many jog, run half/full marathons, cycle, or do endurance sports. Full contact sports are discouraged but martial arts such which emphasize kicking or arms would be okay. Boxing, wrestling, etc - big no-nos.
His injury was to his HEART - not his head. That's why he went into V-tach but also why he was able to recover quickly once the heart revived. Time frame was ridiculous but the fact that he recovered easily is realistic.
You're welcome. 😊
My absolute favorite trope of all - the fake/contract engagement. I suppose the announcement will be at the end of Ep 6 - after they solve the Joseon mystery which I could honestly care less about - but Bring. It. On.
spelled out on the tvN site from the beginning but since it might be considered a spoiler (even though it is Very Public), I'll post it below.
Yeori and Gangwook, the Blessings of Jealousy Never End.......
I get that the character of Prosecutor Im Seo Hyeon is a minor plot device to make Yeo-ri jealous, but I wish writer didn't make her so annoying!
https://x.com/licoriceroots/status/2083707766431162841
Not really a spoiler since it's been revealed from the beginning.
But such a contrived set-up definitely detracted from the purpose - the catalyst for Yeo-ri to re-examine her life and choices. And if writer thought it would come off as romantic - bit fail.
https://x.com/CJnDrama/status/2083334392018358584