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Forget the harsh cold Winter and blossom in the warmth of Spring!

A drama that gave what it promised, a time full of laughter, warmth and happiness. That's what Spring Fever was all about!

**Before diving into this drama, you need to understand that this is a silly romcom that doesn't need you to seriously "think" about the situations. You watch and don't judge.


Spring Fever tells the story of a small town where Yoon Bom, the homeroom teacher of Seon Han Gyeol, finds herself in odd situations with his uncle Seon Jae Gyu. Despite their rough first impression, both of them got attracted to each other because of their unexpected charm, unwavering devotion, and a deep consideration for others.

It was very simple, story wise, but it was the chemistry and chaotic perspective of such scenarios and how differently they handled everything made it more funny. All the actors, including the leads and the supporting characters, were fabulous. They made every antic light and fun to watch. But only one thing, I didn't like the nephew and his crush. Everytime they met, I found myself rolling my eyes and an strong urge to skip their scenes. NGL they were annoying me for several reasons so I had to skip some of their scenes (I know they are teenagers and immature but still). Bom Sik, the lil doggo is the star of the show. Loved how he adopted two humans instantly on spot, who'd fight for him, literally lol.

The shooting destination was Pochang village and the cinematography of the blissful serene life was beautifully shot. The OSTs added a layer of happy bubbles to the characters and the situations, which made it even more lighthearted. 
Personally, it was a stress-buster drama for me. It doesn't require the brain to think. You watch, you enjoy and be illogical. Don't over-complicate this thinking about the logic and reasons. There was not a single episode which was boring or something you want to skip. It was silly, fluffy and funny as hell throughout and I loved it because of that! 

Overall, if you are looking for something light, fun and not overly complicated then this is the drama that can lift your mood in an instant. 
P.S: 8 for the whole drama and +0.5 for Ahn Bo Hyun for being extra hottie 🙈❤️‍🔥

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With repercussions of regrets and longing, can we easily move on?

I'm not the type to hop on the bandwagon of hyped content. But I definitely wanted to see what the hype is all about!

So I decided to binge-watch this on Sunday. Started it in the afternoon and finished it at midnight. I was in a good mood when I started it but ended up with a choked throat and a lump in my chest. Really had a hard time with sleeping.

From the very beginning, an unsettling vibe is present, drawing the viewers into something eerie. The storyline or the situation doesn't immediately feel scary, but the tension slowly builds up, which eventually leads to moments that will leave viewers gasping in awe!

I was almost about to lose all my interest after ep 2-3, then it started...From ep 4-8, I don't know how it all just happened, and I feel like I'm in a daze.

In the first half, the story can be a bit confusing, as the events unfold without any clear explanations, leaving everything shrouded in mystery. The pacing is slow, which may not be to everyone’s taste. I do understand people might lose interest and drop it before going to ep 4. But trust me, bear with the storyline; it gets better and better in the second half.
"Disclaimer: box of tissues needed!"

What made this stand out from all the other kdramas was its way of storytelling and its execution of putting the right situations in the right time. The storyline moves at a slower pace, though it never feels dragging or boring, as the jump scares are well-timed for an adrenaline rush; they keep you on the edge. Moreover, it doesn't solely rely on jump scares; instead, it builds tension through unsettling visuals and subtle sound design with a creeping sense of fear. The story is engaging, which will undoubtedly leave viewers wanting more. There was no way the audience could assume what was going to happen next.

Overall, it was a rollercoaster ride of suspense, mystery, tearjerker moments, and grievance. It should be watched binge-watched; otherwise, viewers can get confused by waiting. Even if it's not your genre, please give it a try; I'm sure there's no way you'll be disappointed.

P.S.- I'm definitely not going to re-watch this as this is bad for my heart. Wanted to give it a solid 10 but needed to deduct (-0.5) for making me miserable on a good day.

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I went to find love but I didn't know how and where to find this "love" in this big city.

But, do I know what "love" is?
 
This is a story of a flawed person finding love and happiness in things that motivates him to write an award winning novel.
 
After a long time I had invested myself in something that makes me "think" of the consequences of the choices I make. It touched my heart in every episode as it felt like I was watching a person live through their ups and downs infront of my eyes.
 
✓What I appreciated:
 
• I loved how flawed, raw and realistic each and every character was. While watching them I was sure I know such people who would act this way.
• Supportive friends that everyone deserves! They were with him in thick and thin. Their bond was unbreakable!
• The pacing of the storyline was perfectly synced with characters. Each and every character was given equal importance to show their potential.
• Nam Yoon Su is the perfect cast this story can get! He made Go Young alive!
• This story shows, life is not a fairytale as you see in the kdramas. Sometimes it's fulfilling; sometimes you're barely making it through the day. You cry, fight, and curse your destiny, but you don't give up; you live on, even if this big, cold city fails you a hundred times.
• I can't believe how much power this story holds that a nation was trying to take this down.

✓Room for improvement:
 
• I was dying to know about Gyu. But the story didn't allow us to know more about him after his departure.
 
✓Thoughts on the ML:
 
Go Young didn't want to settle for normal and always wanted that "fluttering" feeling. That's why he's been reckless all his youth. He's looking for something he doesn't know. He wanted love, but when he got that, he overlooked that for something else he doesn't have. From my pov, he only loved one guy; others just made him "grow" in life. They were his mistakes and life lessons as well. When he said, "I want to cry, but I can't squeeze tears," I felt that. I swear I'm not a crybaby, but up until episode 4, I couldn't stop tearing up. But after a while, just like ML, I got used to the sorrows.
 
Overall, it's a realistic queer story that will make you realise if you found love, then you're the luckiest person because someone in the world is still searching for that but hasn't found it yet.

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We all have our own unwritten souls within us that connects each one of us.

❝𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒊𝒔𝒏'𝒕 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒓 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈. 𝑰𝒕'𝒔 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒎 𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒍 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒆𝒏𝒅 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝒊𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆. 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝒊𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒂 𝒉𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒐𝒓 𝒂 𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒔.❞

It's a story of twins who try to find each other in the form of switching places, lives and identities. Unlike any other melodramas, it churns and squeezes those deepest, untouched and skillfully hidden emotions out of me. This is a drama that came to me when I needed it the most. I've watched numerous dramas but never connected myself to the characters like I did in this one. I found myself in their happiness, in despair, in frustration. There's far more depth in each one of us, including the drama characters, than it shows. Reading between the lines is where we find ourselves. Perspective is subjective, but internal turmoil is universal.


‣ Characters:

☛ Mirae & Miji: They're our flawed protagonist, one who believes in her gut and other does everything from her heart without thinking twice. This is the first time that watching Miji & Mirae feels like looking myself in the mirror. Our situations might not be the same, but to the extent I understand them, it's just too overwhelming for me.


☛ Hosu: A vigilant, devoted, blunt lawyer who doesn't compromise with truth. He's one of the clearest characters, yet he's so complicated. He's that loyal friend who has got your back whenever you need him. But he'll never open up to you because he swallows his sorrow so he doesn't become a burden to anyone. He dealt with his own demons while fighting for others.


☛The Mothers: All three of the moms have their own struggles. They are also flawed and have their own shortcomings as parents, but they try their best to provide for their children even if they have to sacrifice themselves. The precious bond between the children and the moms was heartwarming. And also, as friends, they got each other's back.

In the end, even if other people look well off, happy and fortunate to have what we don't, it's just the outer shell. We don't know what that person is going through inside, what struggles he/she is facing. They showed us that being flawed doesn't mean you're weak, but trusting yourself and believing in your potential, you can face any hurdles in life.

Overall, it's a heavy, heartwarming saga of daily struggles, triumphs and achieving peace within oneself that has properties to break and heal inside out. It's a highly recommended, must-watch drama if you are a melo sucker like me.

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