ASTER

the show started on 5 mar 2020 and ended 16 April 2020 its wrap up early for some reason (may be corona virus) initially it was announced 20 episodes i don't think this needed this long otherwise the way it was going i'm really going to frustrated but fortunately it started drastically and ended beautifully

the 2007 version is worst version about that i don't want to talk

the unsaid things from 1996 versions are said gracefully in this , their are something which are mark-able words/dialogues of 1996 i missed in this, their are scene which shouldn't be putted in this i hated it, the character portrayed in parent story need applause but here they are not up to their characters . even in this one is almighty the king ransimun and every one inferior to him . almost last 40% drama are really good to watch.

i've mixed feeling for it people who watched parent story understand me very well i'm not convinced by the background setup/production if characters are not justified . as the description king rangsimun character are cold and not expressing kind but here in one moment he expresses things next moment he became cold . the way num potrayed king rangsimun 1996 is better i prefer . as like all the characters i prefer 1996 better than this but as i said its extended version of it the things which left unsaid are expresses here for that i appreciated it . its nice version but not the great one i can say

after watching 1st episode i thought it'll going to be promising one not near to original but at not be the worst to previous why its seems to me a fancy dress show where artist wear clothes and walk in stage here and their people amages by their clothes and setups behind them even a monkey can wear nice dress and look good is such environment but we cant make him to deliver right thing

the worst delivery of acting by all artists they spoiled the whole story

SUGGESTION: parent story 1996 + remake 2020 last 5 episodes

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i just have one thing to mention which is different in this drama from all other dramas is we usually notice that all revenge dramas end when one side take revenge or realize that him/her revenge is unreasonable and other side forgive him/her for all its wrongdoing and they happily live after

but here when one side revenge is ended for whatever reason writer give equal opportunity to take revenge or show vengeance for facing consequences of what have gone through FL cause of ML .

kissing scenes are not that much interested to watch because of camera angle it looks fake even its real

about chemistry i find it great and story is great

yes there is something which is unlikable or dragged but if i see overall package its nice drama

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loveable couple

I watched this a long time ago, and at that time, its page wasn’t available, so I couldn’t give a detailed review. Getting access to a drama's page long after watching it is definitely a drawback, because by then, recalling specific details becomes difficult one would have to rewatch the drama to write a proper review. I’m not going to do that, since I’d rather spend that time watching something new. Still, I’ll share whatever I can recall from memory.

lots of intimate moment and kisses, The male lead finds every excuse to get intimate with the female lead whether he's angry, in love, hurt, sad, or happy. No matter the emotion, he always ends up drawing closer to her. He's truly and deeply into her, and the female lead responds to his love with just as much affection. It's a beautiful drama and definitely worth watching. Although there are some unnecessary side characters that can be a bit annoying, the story itself remains engaging and heartfelt.

There’s no misunderstanding between the couple , they’re completely loyal to each other. No matter who tries to come between them, they don’t let anyone in.

Memorable Moments:

One unforgettable moment was when the second female lead and her father went to the male lead’s house to apologize. To their shock, they discovered that the female lead was actually the male lead’s wife and even more surprising, the second FL’s crime partner turned out to be the male lead’s own brother! The entire scene had a funny, almost mocking tone that made it even more entertaining.

Another heartwarming moment was when the male lead found out he was going to be a father. His reaction was absolutely adorable a perfect mix of surprise, joy, and pure innocence.

someday i'll rewatch it and give detailed review cause it has many good things and good moments i can't recall it now.

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not impactful

The story didn’t leave any impact on me. I didn’t feel love, hatred, or even sympathy for any of the characters. Not a single emotion stirred within me. Despite all the drama and revelations, none of the characters managed to connect with me on an emotional level.


Story Summary:

The male lead (ML) and female lead (FL) are a married couple, but their marriage is far from happy. Their relationship is constantly disrupted by ML's ex-girlfriend, who is none other than FL's own sister.

FL silently endures all the pain and humiliation because their marriage was based on a cruel condition: ML agreed to marry her only if she promised to obey his every word, no matter what.

It’s only when it's too late that ML realizes he has genuinely fallen in love with FL. But with this realization comes a heartbreaking truth, FL never loved him. In fact, she married him not for herself, but for the memory of someone else.

Years ago, FL was in love with ML’s twin brother, who tragically died. His heart was transplanted into ML’s body, which is the only reason FL agreed to the marriage. She wasn't in love with ML, she was still holding on to the heart of the man she truly loved.

ML’s mother has always despised FL, holding her responsible for the death of her beloved son. But the real truth is even darker: it was FL’s own sister, the same one who became ML's ex, who murdered ML’s twin. She did it out of envy because ML’s twin was about to propose to FL, and she couldn’t bear to see FL have something she couldn't.

In the end, all the secrets come out. ML sacrifices his life to save FL, and dies knowing the whole truth. The story ends in tragedy, with love lost, truth revealed, and a heart once shared now gone forever.

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Constructing a Beautiful Lie for Myself

"If someone is under an illusion, you can help them out of it. But if they choose to stay in that illusion, you can’t do anything. This story is exactly like that."

When it comes to the acting, all the actors did a commendable job. The direction, screenplay, and overall presentation were good. The pacing of the story was smooth and the flow felt natural. Its engaging and i enjoyed how everything unfolded.

However, there were a couple of moments in the writing that didn’t sit well with me. For instance, I found it unconvincing when the female lead accepted the male lead as her husband just because the doctor told her that her actual husband's body wouldn't survive. That was her only reasoning? She didn’t take even a moment to process it. It felt like she was simply looking for a substitute “If my husband isn't here, I’ll accept the brother-in-law instead” whether that felt right or not. And the very next moment, she even moved to the same bed with him. As if she just couldn’t bear to be without a husband. It felt rushed and emotionally shallow. If she truly wanted to accept him, it would have felt convincing had she done so when the male lead was trying to win her over by recalling their past memories. That moment would’ve made her acceptance feel genuine and emotionally grounded.

Later, when the female lead becomes pregnant, the writer had the option to officially write her marriage to the male lead (her brother-in-law), but they didn’t take that route.

Now, why did I say:

"If someone is under an illusion, you can help them out of it. But if they choose to stay in that illusion, you can’t do anything. This story is exactly like that."

Let me explain—

Even though the male lead was living as a substitute for his brother, he genuinely longed for the female lead's love, which is fake cause she is loving him cause she thought he is her husband - that fake love is illusion for ML . And the female lead,she knew he wasn’t her husband. The final scene subtly confirms this, showing that she was fully aware, yet still chose to live in that illusion.

Let’s decode the last scene:
When the male lead mom's leaves a letter for the female lead and ML suddenly realizes she might read it and runs to stop her. But she’s listening to music and doesn’t notice. The letter is left unread. When he opens it, it’s blank,a seemingly empty sheet, making it appear as if his mother hadn’t written anything.

But then we see the two sitting together, holding hands, smiling. As soon as the male lead takes a sip of tea, the female lead’s smile fades slightly. That’s a callback(for audience ) to an earlier scene where his mother had pointed out:
“You don’t even know how to hold a teacup like your brother.”

This moment suggests that the female lead noticed that detail, but chose not to react.
This means: She had already read the letter and replaced it with a blank sheet. Because she didn’t want to shatter the illusion she had chosen to live in.

This subtle truth was left for the audience to uncover, it wasn’t visually spelled out in the film. And that’s the brilliance of the ending, it invites interpretation, if you’re willing to look closely.

The story also raises some serious moral questions:

1)Gu Hao Xun : Is it right for a man to pursue a relationship with his sister-in-law while his elder brother is in a coma? That’s deceptive and deeply disrespectful to both the woman and society. If you truly love someone, approach them as yourself, not as someone else’s replacement. How madly obsessed are you with this one-sided love? Your mother is dying, yet you haven’t woken up to the situation. Your brother is dead, and instead of giving him a proper farewell, you’re busy indulging in pleasures with his wife. its lust dude .

2)Gu Hao Nan : Let’s say the elder brother did share all his secrets with his younger brother, but if he even discussed intimate details of his married life, that makes him downright indecent.

3)Ye Zhi Xia : In the end, when the FL finds out the truth, instead of confronting it and making a conscious decision, she chooses to keep herself in the illusion. That’s not romantic,it’s ridiculous.

overall its engaging good drama all because of presentation and acting .

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Poor Adaptation and Direction Ruined the Experience

There’s no doubt about the actors’ capabilities , I’ve seen their performances before, and both are truly talented artists. Their acting is not under question here. In fact, their chemistry was good. However, something still felt off.

What stood out to me was the visual mismatch in their characters' age gap. Despite the storyline suggesting a notable difference in age, their appearances seemed to belong to the same generation. This affected the believability of their dynamic. If an older-looking male lead had been cast, it might have aligned better with the story's context.

Beyond casting, the entire project felt rushed. It seemed as though the entire team was in a hurry to wrap things up rather than allowing the story to unfold naturally. The scenes lacked the necessary pauses and emotional depth , there was no sense of stillness or buildup where there should have been. Scene transitions were jarring and not smooth, making the overall flow disjointed.

The direction and screenplay were the weakest points. Changes were made to the original content, but unfortunately, these changes did not fit well within the narrative. If you're going to adapt something and make changes, those changes must add impact , otherwise, it's better not to alter the original.

I can't ignore these issues, so I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone.

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✨ Logic? Love? Missing, Strong FL ✨

💔 Falling in Love Over a Kind Gesture? Seriously?

ML, you fall for someone just because of one small kind gesture and then end up misjudging who even did it?

This trend in vertical dramas is becoming beyond ridiculous. Yes, a thoughtful act can show someone’s good nature, and maybe make you want to get to know them or be friends. But falling head-over-heels in love based on that alone?
That’s not romantic it’s delusional.
Especially when that same "love" turns into torturing the FL and threatening her.
No stable, sane person behaves that way. Period.

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🙄 2ML: Just Another ML in Disguise?

The 2ML, who’s secretly admiring the FL, can’t even recognize her face when he wakes up how is that believable?

And if his mother hadn’t told him that she was the one he liked, he would’ve treated her just like ML did. So how is he any better?

Let’s be honest he’s just ML with a different haircut.

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🚩 "Sending Your Wife Away" The Ultimate Red Flag

Then comes the absurd part: 2ML actually sends his wife to another man.
Even if he was being threatened, he should’ve said,

> "Fine, take me along with my wife. I’m not letting her go alone."
> But no he gives her up, and we’re still supposed to root for him? Absolutely not.

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💫 FL & 2ML's Quiet Connection 💫

While I’ve been critical of the 2ML and rightfully so I have to admit, the romance between the FL and 2ML had its charm. There was a genuine sense of understanding, comfort, and emotional clarity between them that stood out in contrast to the chaos surrounding the ML.

Yes, it may seem like I’m contradicting my earlier view of the 2ML, but good storytelling is rarely one-dimensional. We can't ignore the different layers and possibilities each character brings.

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🌸 Strong Women Save the Day

Thankfully, the FL and 2FL were the only ones with brains in this entire mess.
They weren’t stupid, emotional pushovers, or indecisive.
Whatever they decided they followed through with confidence and clarity.

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🎭 Acting Was Fine, But the Script? Not So Much.

The cast did what they could, but no amount of acting can rescue a weak script. The character writing especially for ML was full of holes and painfully inconsistent.

And as for the FL’s father?
I’ve completely given up.
In every other drama, the FL’s dad is cheating with a mistress and giving all his attention and wealth to his mistress child. It’s such a lazy cliché now.

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🔥 FL: Emotionally Unavailable, and Proud of It

What truly stood out was the FL’s strength not just physically, but emotionally.

Even when she was around the ML, there wasn’t a single moment where she gave him hope or pity.
No sadness, no hesitation just complete detachment.
That’s rare.
In most dramas, the FL may walk away from the ML, but she stays emotionally attached which always feels weak and disappointing.
Here, the FL meant it when she said she was done.

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💥 Favorite Scenes

✨ Every moment where FL stood her ground and didn’t give ML the satisfaction of her attention.
✨And of course that iconic moment when she hit him with stick and no remorse.
Chef’s kiss. 👏

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🚫 Final Verdict: Don’t Bother

I wouldn't recommend this drama to anyone unless you're watching solely for a strong FL and a decent ending.

The plot is absurd, the ML is unbearable, and the writing is all over the place. But at least the FL’s unshakable resolve and the final part of the story gave some closure.

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💬 Dear writers, strong women are not the problem. Weak plots are.
✨ More heroines like this, please.

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so far i found my kind of drama where protective brothers not let her sister to date anyone in matter to not hurt by any guy such fun to watch their protectiveness (otherwise asian drama are disgusted brother sister relation by making them couple in name of not blood related ) and this quadruplets siblings are perfect example of what brother sister should be like .

yes there is flaw in execution few things but to execute well it need time/episode more cause it have 9 epi instead of that it manage great to portray the story in compromise in few scenes and rush it but thats ok overall sibling brother-sister-hood and main couple romance cover all the flaw

characters:-

NAM
she is doctor only dauther of their parents and sister of 3 brothers who all treat her like princess their world goes around her some time it frustrated she don't get space from her brother but contrary she know her brothers well whatever her brothers do its for her safety that they loved most

PARENTS
they are so supportive to their children and same time like other parents care for them

FAI
most impulsive in 3 brothers that make him some time idiot which i liked it

note:-
NAM and PRINCE
character can be explained well but they rushed things

suggestion:-
ya there is some flaw but it can be ignorable overall package is full of comedy and romance i definitely suggest this its good drama has only 9 epi not so burden

great romcom drama i enjoyed it alot :)

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i expected more from it but disappointed after watching it i think there is no need to drag it to 17 episode the story they want to tell can be sum up in 10 episodes are enough even though i didn't find chemistry between main couple it look like formal in relation the better thing is i liked 2nd couple most they didn't realize but them interaction are more lovely than main couple


i watched fantasy serial legend of blue sea , goblin , black but this show is not near to them even it didn't touch it

the concept is great but they didn't execute it well i think it could be better on this theme

should i recommend this to anyone ?
yes i can for those who like simple going story

for those who like excitement trill adventure drama suspense romance comedy bromance i do not recommend it

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Pleasant to See, Hard to Feel

📺Why I Chose to Watch It

I just randomly hit “Play” after finding it on a streaming site. There was no particular reason it just caught my eye while browsing.

🧩 Plot

The main protagonists meet in a dangerous situation where the female lead (FL) is kidnapped. The male lead (ML) is one of the people involved , but he’s actually on a mission and hiding his true identity. This creates tension, mystery, and attraction as the story progresses.

💖 What I Liked

Casting is good — the actors fit their roles well.
Direction is good — the flow and scene setup feel polished.
Performances are solid— everyone delivers naturally.
Styling is impressive— the actors look good on screen; their hair, makeup, and outfits are all well done.
Set design is good — the visuals are clean and professional.

All these elements bring the scenes to life. Also, the main couple looks good together on screen. There’s a natural attraction between them that makes their shared scenes enjoyable to watch.

👎 What I Didn’t Like

🔁 Reused, Predictable Theme

The storyline is old and overused. it has been done many times, especially in vertical and short dramas. It lacks freshness or originality.

🚫 Unconvincing Intimacy

The intimacy is poorly handled. It feels like the show is just teasing the audience. It’s obvious the actors are just performing, and there’s no real chemistry or depth. I’ve seen many vertical dramas where intimate scenes are done much better and are actually convincing.

📝 Weak and Illogical Script

The writing is full of foolishness and plot holes. For example:

What’s the need for FL to investigate the Dean’s death herself?
No one at the hospital seems to care, not even the Dean’s family or maybe the writer just forgot to write one. FL could have simply handed over the phone to the police and let them investigate. Instead, she chooses to put herself in unnecessary danger.

Sudden change in ML’s behavior.
On one night, he’s flirting with FL, insulting her, and keeping his distance. But the very next day, he suddenly wants to be close to her at work, be friends, and even gets jealous. Then he’s completely obsessed with her. This emotional flip happens too fast and makes no sense.

The story moves too quickly.
Probably due to time constraints, everything feels rushed. The emotional beats don’t get enough time to land, and there’s no room for the story’s feelings to shift and settle naturally.

🏁 Overall

This is an okay drama for killing time. It’s "easy on the eyes", but it doesn’t connect with the "heart or mind". Everything looks good on the surface visually pleasing but lacks emotional depth and logical storytelling.

I'm dropping it because I can't tolerate a female lead whose character and arc are written so poorly/stupidly.

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Qin Yan Zhou Totally Won My Heart

What made me watch this:
Honestly, I jumped into this drama because of Cheng Cheng, of course! Also, the synopsis caught my attention it reminded me of a similar drama I’d seen before and really enjoyed. So, I had high hopes that this version would be just as interesting.

First Impression:
From the very first hospital scene, I could tell that there would be no lack of strong acting or on-screen chemistry. The presence of all four main characters was more than enough to grab my attention.

Highlights:

1. Acting: All the actors did a commendable job! I was truly impressed by the four main leads. At times, I felt the female lead’s performance was a bit less natural, but that’s just a personal observation.
2. Pacing: Some scenes felt unnecessarily dragged out, like they were stretching to get to the main point. Long scenes that could’ve been tighter. Still, the drama managed to hold my attention.
3. Style: I felt that the drama could have used a better stylist for hair, clothing, etc. The visuals were a bit underwhelming in that department in some places.
4. Chemistry: The main couple had great chemistry. ML is really a good kisser .The male lead was obsessed and protective in a way that worked well for the story.
5. Intimacy:The kisses and intimate scenes were well done and added emotional depth to the relationship.
6.I felt that the illusion scene with the second male lead in the hospital was unnecessary.

Favorite Characters & Scenes:
I honestly liked all the characters, they portrayed their roles really well. All four characters had a strong presence on screen, even without the help of the styling department. I especially loved the male lead. He was deeply into the female lead, and it really showed in their chemistry.In the first version I watched, it was the female lead who actively initiated the closeness. But in this one, the male lead was much more proactive, which I really liked. There was no hesitation in him, he took brave, confident steps to own the moment. I truly loved that initiative from the male lead. I also appreciated the screenplay, the locations, and the different setup compared to the original version.

Some standout scenes for me:

⇒When the main couple is in bed and the second male lead suddenly enters the room.
⇒The hospital scene where the second male lead talks about how the female lead cared for him in the past and recalls those moments.
⇒Just before that, when the second female lead says: “It’s not that you both believe in her, it’s that you both don’t want to face the truth.”That line hit hard.
⇒Although I liked all the scenes, I found the male lead’s scenes especially enjoyable. The main couple’s first kiss happened when he grabbed her , bold and intense. The second kiss followed soon after, out of jealousy.
⇒Surprisingly, I really liked the second male lead and second female lead’s first kiss , it was totally in character, capturing their 'jerk and bitch' energy perfectly.

Overall Impression:
It was truly a good drama, definitely watchable. Despite a few minor flaws, it kept me hooked and delivered emotionally. A solid watch, especially if you enjoy romance with The kind of male lead who’s obsessed, deeply protective, and completely head over heels for the female lead.

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Foolish Yet Fun – Still Watchable

My Take:It was a really good, light-hearted, and fun romantic drama. The chemistry between the leads and the emotional push-and-pull made it engaging and enjoyable. However, one thing that didn’t sit right with me was how the female lead (FL) was repeatedly bullied that part was genuinely frustrating. Given that the male lead (ML) is portrayed as a powerful and wealthy man, he should have been more protective and cautious when it came to FL’s well-being. For someone of his status, ensuring her safety and dignity shouldn’t have been a big deal. That late of action felt instupidity with his deep love and obsession for her.



synopsis : Dressed seductively and slightly intoxicated, the female lead (FL) waits for her fiancé. She plans to spend the night with him, hoping to conceive a child because bearing an heir is the only condition set by her family to claim the inheritance.But when the door opens, it isn’t her fiancé it’s the male lead (ML), a stranger to her. They end up spending the night together.In the next scene, FL wakes up in a moving car, thinking everything was just a dream. The driver informs her that her fiancé sent the car to bring her to a special location. However, upon arriving, she catches her fiancé in an intimate moment with her stepsister. Heartbroken and humiliated, she breaks off the engagement on the spot.Just then, a stranger offers her an escape from the scene. Desperate and devastated, she leaves with him unaware that he is the same man from the night before, and that he is, in fact, the ML.Soon after, FL and ML marry.As the story unfolds, it's revealed that the night they spent together was not a dream it actually happened. In fact, it was either an accidental or secretly planned encounter orchestrated by ML. Back in school, FL had once saved ML during a dark period of his life, becoming his only light and hope. He has loved her ever since.The car, too, was part of ML’s plan he wanted to reveal the true face of her fiancé so she could be free to choose a better path.ML, now an ultra-rich and powerful yet emotionally guarded man, hides his real identity from FL. He pretends to be a kind, humble, and possibly a doctor matching the qualities FL once described as her “ideal man” during their school days.Despite being married, ML avoids physical intimacy, afraid that once FL has a child and secures her family inheritance, she might leave him. He’s terrified of losing her, so he keeps delaying the consummation of their marriage.What follows is a complex, emotional game of hide and seek: FL tries to seduce her husband, unaware of his true identity and hidden fears, while ML desperately tries to hold on to her without revealing the truth that might shatter everything.

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puppy love

Mild spoiler!











There seems to be a major inconsistency regarding the lead characters' ages, either due to a writing error or a subtitle mistake. The male lead is currently 22 years old, while the female lead is 32. It's mentioned that they first met 10 years ago, which would mean he was only 12 and she was 22 at the time. However, this doesn't match the storyline, as their past interactions clearly depict them as being much closer in age, not a child and an adult.

It's the classic concept: when someone is in your life, you often fail to value them. But once they’re gone, you realize their worth. Unfortunately, this creates an opportunity for someone else, someone who has always loved them sincerely and wants to cherish them for a lifetime, to step in and win their heart.

I believe both male leads are of the same age, so the dynamic of seniority or junior status doesn’t come through naturally. The casting should have been done more thoughtfully to clearly reflect the intended age and hierarchy differences.

Overall, the drama is quite enjoyable. The couple shares a sweet relationship, it's that innocent, heartwarming kind of puppy love.

Mentionable things : FL and ML mother is good.

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