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Nothing But You
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Feb 16, 2022
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 4.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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This is a kind of nice drama to watch while waiting for a great one to come. The leading couple has good chemistry but the female lead was childish and insecure which made up for too frequent bickering that, although they were resolved quickly, it was the male lead constantly trying to prove himself. Her twin sister was insufferable toward her love interest and, although his sincerity pays off at the end, it was also depressing to see him trying to prove himself constantly. Every relationship on this drama had one of the characters been sharp-witted and the significant others acted so childish that their romantic vibes didn’t leave any long lasting impression. The drama has two other romance plots but it really gets tiring. The pairing of naïve and infantile female/male adults with the presumably cold and shrewd characters is tripled clichéd on this drama; as if one is not enough, the drama has three!

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Maid Escort
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Jan 9, 2022
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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This is a nice drama to watch while waiting for a great one. The story is simple but some of the characters were extremely frustrating and the antagonist got to exterminate so many people that the storyline became sickly twisted. The worst characters were Bai Yin Ruo which became really cruel and selfish that it got tiring; also Yang Zhuo, Yang Xiao’s cousin that would do anything for Yin Ruo even when he knew that she was wrong. The leading couple did well together and was consistent with their feelings for each other, even when Yue Zi Yuan tried to not correspond to Yang Xiao’s feelings; she was still loving and protecting him. There are inconsistencies on the drama and the end, even though it was a good ending, could have been more romantic and less comical, taking in consideration that the drama, although it was a romantic comedy, put the leading couple through a lot of physical and emotional pain. Overall, the drama is entertaining.

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The Secret of Love
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Sep 13, 2021
30 of 30 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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This drama has a good storyline but the characters and incidents are really tiresome. The main leads are very smart individuals that the writer of this drama decided to undermine by turning the male lead into someone that continuously justifies the ill conceived actions of the female lead and his grandfather and giving the audience a female lead that consistently hurt the male lead with the excuse that she doesn’t want to hurt him. Although the female lead has a reason to suspect the people from the Li family as she searches for the truth and her lost memories, she is scheming and manipulative throughout the entire drama. The romantic plot on this drama is marred by the constant mistrust and machinations of the lead female. Even though there are plenty of romantic scenes between the leading couple, for the most part, the acting from the female lead was not at par with the male lead in creating a romantic atmosphere. There’s a lot of overacting from the part of the supporting cast and the antagonists turned buffoonish by the end of the drama. Overall, this is a drama with a good premise that became disappointing by the end.

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The Wolf Princess
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Jul 16, 2021
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.5
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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This drama is one of those to watch when there’s nothing better out there. The story is about Ling Long, the cause of her split personality (the other identity who lives inside of her is a wolf), her connection with Yan Quing and the Wolf tribe. The synopsis is more interesting than the entire drama! This is one of those dramas in which the female lead remains distant from the steadfast protector male lead until the last episode, making the entire drama quite frustrating and there is not much chemistry among the leading couple. Ling Long was portrayed as smart and resourceful but not trusting of Yan Quing that, for some odd reason, was constantly given a playful aura that didn’t go well with his real persona. The drama had a comedic tone with some dramatic undertones, but the characters were over-acted to the point of getting irritating sometimes. There are many plot holes and, although the drama was about the Wolf Princess, Yan Quing did most of the work. Overall, it is not a romantic drama; Ling Long’s alter ego was much more interesting, fun, and engaging. The drama has some good action scenes and, although it is not a memorable drama, it is watchable.

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My Dear Lady
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Jul 12, 2021
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
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This is another older woman/younger man drama that falls flat at the end! The drama’s best part was the sisterhood relationship between Xun Xun and her best friend Zhou Quan; it’s really nice and endearing. The part of the synopsis about working hard to get custody of her child is not even one of the premises of the drama since the issue is put on the back burner and there is no resolution to it. The show is about Xun Xun becoming Cheng Li’s lover and supporter that eventually becomes the way that he gets healed from his childhood trauma. Their relationship started out with a potentially good romantic story but it went flat when Xun Xun decided that marriage was not an option for her. The biggest issue is that the story doesn’t resolve the lack of trust that Xun Xun has about Cheng Li’s love and level of maturity to want to establish a family with her. The story makes it almost a comedic and cute plot as he’s left waiting for her to decide when she would be ready for marriage ever again since it seems that a 23 year old man, who seems mature enough to make good and firm decisions throughout the drama, is not mature enough for marriage. It’s really disappointing when an older woman gets into a relationship with a younger man and the resolution is: sit and wait for me! How about people reaching their goals together? Maybe the writers have not heard of that concept yet!

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Vagabond
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Feb 12, 2020
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 6.0
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Vagabond is a drama about government corruption and conspiracies that starts to unravel after a plane crash. The drama is packed with action and it has great cinematography and music. The actions scenes are very well choreographed and realistic. Although the main leads get closer and it is obvious that they developed romantic feelings, there’s no romance. All the main and supporting cast was great bringing their characters to life and the plot was consistent with the conspiracies that abound. The overall acting by the grieving families was fantastic and makes the viewer feel the pain and frustration as they navigate and participate in the process of finding the truth about the plane crash. The drama could’ve had a rating of 10 if it would not have been that it ended with a cliffhanger that gives the impression that there will be a second season. Overall, it is very entertaining, enjoy it!

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Marry Me Now?
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Jun 21, 2019
50 of 50 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
This is a really good family drama. The different stories intertwined well together and the cast did a great job bringing their characters to life. The storyline is about three families and how their lives get linked as the story progresses. The romantic scenes are not extraordinary, but the relationships are fantastic among all the characters. The Park’s family patriarch, Park Hyo Seob, and Lee Mi Yeon are really solid characters that were well developed and are showed a really great and enjoyable chemistry. The second lead couple, Park Yoo Ha and Jung Eun Tae, has a great storyline and did very well during their story development. This family drama has all the conflicts between family members and their significant others with a mix of melodrama, comedic moments, some bromance, clearly distinguished good and antagonist characters, and resolutions that brings moral judgment. Overall, it is a very entertaining drama. Enjoy it!

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Sm:)e
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
May 20, 2019
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 5.5
This is a really nice drama with some light romance full of beautiful emotions. The main couple has good chemistry and so is the rest of the cast. The conflicts are brought from different directions and there is some good character development. Although the main couple will be forced to deal with events from their past, and the adults involved created a mess of their circumstances, it is good that the storyline made the characters stronger in their determination to be together. Overall, it is an entertaining drama.
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Oh! My Emperor
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
May 13, 2019
21 of 21 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 10
Rewatch Value 8.0
This review is for both seasons together:
This is a very entertaining drama. It is good that Season 1 and 2 are out since it offers a continuation that will truly bring all kind of emotions out. This drama has a really cute and light romance with comedic parts and some heart tugging scenes. Although it is not a “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” production, the drama offers enough entertaining and has a great feel. Even though the romantic scenes weren't anything special, the two main leads had really good chemistry, were fun to watch, and were true to each other. Luo Fei Fei, Bei Tang Yi, Bei Tang Tang, Xie Yan Ran, Chu Shang Nan, and Bai Wu Chen held this drama together and their interactions were enhanced by a great display of emotions and sincerity toward each other. The OST harmonizes very well with the corresponding scenes improving its qualities. The fantasy time travel theme paired with the zodiac element and its unique powers made for a well developed plot throughout the series shaping this drama into an engaging and enjoyable story to watch. Enjoy it!

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The Loving Grip
4 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Oct 5, 2025
75 of 75 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
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Ping Ai Yi Jiang Ta Si You (2025) is a great romance miniseries adapted from the web novel "Bo Li Yan" by Mei Lu Bi Bi with Zhao Zhendong (as Lou Chong) and Zhai Yiying (as Li Xing) in the leading couple’s role. The cast did a good job bringing their characters to life and the lead couple had a fantastic romantic chemistry. This drama is well written and the male lead is surrounded by rumors, mystery, and misunderstandings that kept the viewer holding its breath in many occasions. Lou Chong has an enigmatic aura and oozes sensuality while Li Xing can’t help but to fall in love with him as he breaks through her emotional and physical impotence and, above all, as she resisted him. Seeing the leading couple’s romance developed beautifully through their willingness to love, trust each other, and talk openly and sincerely to each other is breathtaking. Overall, this drama is great, enjoy it!
In the meantime, this drama can be found in YouTube under the caption: “She became a paid gf for money, not knowing the CEO waited 10 yrs...” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5SBKHaaKaQ)

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The Killing Romance
4 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Sep 19, 2024
18 of 18 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 10
Rewatch Value 8.0
The Killing Romance (2023) is a great miniseries set in historical times with a fantasy element and a cast that did very well bringing their characters to life. The drama, even though it has a main antagonist pulling the strings from within the palace walls, center on the lead couple. Ma Hao Dong as Wu Ji / Fa Wu Wei and Zizi Xu as Tang Xiao Lu / Li Zi Yi are a force to be reckoned with; from their strong martial arts to their beautiful and steadfast loving relationship, always having each other’s back. The drama has good and well choreographed action scenes, beautiful costumes, and a nice OST. Overall, the drama is very entertainment, enjoy it! PS: The half rating point taken away from a total of 10 points is because the romantic scenes could have been done better! Still, the romance storyline is great!

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Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1
4 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Aug 31, 2022
27 of 27 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 2.0
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Review for Part 1 @ 2

This drama is a GREAT historical production that should not have been titled “Love Like The Galaxy” because their love was not only slow burned, but also full of secrets, lack of confidence, misunderstandings, and, the most tedious part of this drama, Shao Shang’s cold attitude and distrust toward Zi Sheng. How a great love cannot understand Zi Sheng’s emotional pain, turmoil, and commitment?
Having said that, Zhao Lusi (Shao Shang) and Leo Wu (Zi Sheng) did an excellent job portraying their characters and, although their romantic chemistry was not very amorous, the best intimate interaction in the whole drama happened without an unnecessary awkward kiss in episode 36, really beautiful and heartwarming! The rest of the cast also did a wonderful job bringing their characters to life.
This drama is heavy on revenge plots, palace antics, familial interactions, truehearted friendship, occasional comedic scenes to lighten the darker tones, great action scenes, and amazing cinematography and music.
Overall, this is a magnificent drama that is worth watching. Enjoy it!

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Oh! My Sweet Liar!
4 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Nov 11, 2020
29 of 29 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 8.0
This is a very nice and well performed drama. The leading couple has very good chemistry and, once they realize their feelings for the each other, the bond just grows stronger and remains steadfast throughout the duration of the story. The supporting cast is great also. Li Hong Bin’s bodyguard is fantastic! Both leading characters are strong and resilient and willing to protect their love and their love ones at all times. The drama has action, melodrama tones, romance, and a comedic aspect that is perfect since is not over-the-top comedy. The drama flows fast and it is easy to watch since the conflicts are not long lasting and the resolutions are quite satisfying. The costumes are complementary and the cinematography is beautiful. This is a real romantic comedy where, even through conflicts, the leading couple remains true to each other and works to resolve conflicts separately and together for the sake of staying together. A true refreshing and entertaining drama. Enjoy it!

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The Crimson General's Love Strategy
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Apr 23, 2026
82 of 82 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10
The Crimson General's Love Strategy (2026), aka Red Makeup Adorns the Land (2026), is a very good rebirth romance fantasy set within a historical era with ML Chen Ming Hao (as Gu Jing Hui) and FL Anna Liu (as Han Ying Xue) in the leading couple's role. The cast did a good job bringing their characters to life, and the leading couple had strong communication, steadfast love and mutual protection, a tender emotional connection, and great intimate chemistry.
In the meantime, you can watch the drama on YouTube: "Reborn, on her wedding day she avoided fleeing, mended her cold husband’s heart, and won his love." (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bvf8CEn2nw0)
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5G-Yx9jnkss
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bM4O9pFiq6c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LTktSc4N2Y

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Moonlight Remains Gentle
3 people found this review helpful
by Bali
Oct 26, 2025
81 of 81 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 10
Moonlight Remains Gentle is a great romance miniseries with Xiao Wen Yu (as Huo Sui) and Deng Ling Shu (as Bu Wan) in the leading couple’s role. The cast did a good job bringing their characters to life and the lead couple has a beautiful, warm, and affectionate sensual chemistry. Overall, this is a very good romance miniseries, enjoy it!
In the meantime, this drama can be found in YouTube under the caption: “【Full】[Written By Stars]Betrayed by My Fiancé, I Impulsively Married His CEO Brother” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL5mqtNWcuo) or “Leave the wrong person to meet the right one! #rightchoice” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUfZqUfbkAE&list=PLxbqu9Ux1YPnY75LDtald1YN66gFTYeMZ&index=19)

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