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Something fun and sweet is all you need~ ଘ(੭ꆤᴗꆤ)━☆ﾟ.*
The story follows a webtoon PD, Seo Mi Rae, on her unexpected, bubbly journey for love once again. [Boyfriend on Demand] is the perfect K-drama for those of us who want to watch something fun, cute, and, more than anything, a fresh take on romance and modern relationship dynamics, especially in Asia. It shows us what realities we face when it comes to dating, and the physical and emotional toll it takes.
In a world full of inconsistencies and discrimination, many people face pressures from their family to search for their other half, as if it were a social norm or cultural expectation. However, sometimes life gives us lemons, and not every individual is a ‘lottery winner,’ nor does everyone have the strength to make lemonade. VR boyfriends like the chaebol Choi Si U, everyone’s first love Seo Eun Ho, or the one and only Koo Yeong Il may not be the solution to this situation. Still, their existence surely helped heal those who were hurt and lost, offered much-needed advice, and, most importantly, became a huge source of encouragement to the women who needed more self-love. This evokes a desire to escape mundane reality. We all deserve a break from disappointments, while also pursuing love the way we want and healing during the process~
However, moderation is key! Over-exploitation of the service will definitely produce unfavourable results, such as:
(1) financial problems,
(2) an addiction to virtual reality, which could cause health problems, and
(3) disrupt human relationships in the waking life, etc…
(Ahaha, it’s not like the DU-verse actually exists. ʕ๑•́ᴥ•̀๑ʔ I’m being dramatic~)
. ⋅ ˚̣- : ✧ : – ⭒ ⊹ ⭒ – : ✧ : -˚̣⋅ .
ACTING/CAST:
Despite being a rookie actress, Ji Soo delivered her role as Seo Mi Rae, a woman who fears that love will abandon her yet again, leaving her with recurring scars. Mi Rae is totally relatable to me, and maybe that’s one of the reasons why I have a soft spot for this drama. She might not be perfect, but this young woman gives it her all. Ji Soo’s character can be seen as frustrating at times, but that was her way of protecting herself. She’s a normal human being, just like anyone after all, someone who made mistakes and faced failures.
I was sceptical of her performance and thought her male costars would outshine her, but Ji Soo proved me wrong. The singer-actress is definitely making progress in her acting career. Her characters so far have been normal and realistic, and she managed to portray them without being over-the-top.【 ♡ Somehow I see Lim Ji Yeon and Park Min Young in Ji Soo’s character... When she smiles with crescent eyes, the actress resembles Lim Ji Yeon, while her surprised expression reminds me of Park Min Young.. Probably just me.. ପ₍ᐢ๑• ֊ •๑ᐢ₎ଓ⌒☆ 】
Seo In Guk impressively portrays dual roles as Park Gyeong Nam, a stoic webtoon PD, and Koo Yeong Il, Mi Rae’s ideal VR boyfriend. Gyeong Nam is reserved and keeps to himself (a typical Kuudere), while Koo Yeong Il embodies the perfect boyfriend: mysterious, cool, and comforting. Despite being the same person, their contrasting personalities are clearly defined due to In Guk’s extraordinary acting skills.
Of course, we absolutely can’t forget all the cameo appearances of some of the hottest Korean celebrities who are oozing with charisma! What undeniably drew me and, I’m sure, everyone else in is the array of these ultra handsome individuals who tug at our heartstrings~ They are absolute eye candies that soothe our hearts, the perfect examples of “Boyfriend on Demand”… ˖˚˳⌖ ଘ꒰ ⸝⸝ᴗ͈ ̫ ᴗ͈⸝⸝꒱♡ ⌖ ˖°
. ⋅ ˚̣- : ✧ : – ⭒ ⊹ ⭒ – : ✧ : -˚̣⋅ .
Last but not least, I enjoyed this light-hearted drama not only for the beautiful visuals but also for its simple yet unique storyline. Unlike the usual plot-heavy dramas, “Boyfriend on Demand” provided a much-needed break from the stressful cycle of mundane life that we inevitably face every day. It’s a delight to ‘visit’ the Philippines through the screen, and with Mi Rae, we get to travel to all the scenic destinations, offering a fantastical escape to a dream-like world!
In a world full of inconsistencies and discrimination, many people face pressures from their family to search for their other half, as if it were a social norm or cultural expectation. However, sometimes life gives us lemons, and not every individual is a ‘lottery winner,’ nor does everyone have the strength to make lemonade. VR boyfriends like the chaebol Choi Si U, everyone’s first love Seo Eun Ho, or the one and only Koo Yeong Il may not be the solution to this situation. Still, their existence surely helped heal those who were hurt and lost, offered much-needed advice, and, most importantly, became a huge source of encouragement to the women who needed more self-love. This evokes a desire to escape mundane reality. We all deserve a break from disappointments, while also pursuing love the way we want and healing during the process~
However, moderation is key! Over-exploitation of the service will definitely produce unfavourable results, such as:
(1) financial problems,
(2) an addiction to virtual reality, which could cause health problems, and
(3) disrupt human relationships in the waking life, etc…
(Ahaha, it’s not like the DU-verse actually exists. ʕ๑•́ᴥ•̀๑ʔ I’m being dramatic~)
. ⋅ ˚̣- : ✧ : – ⭒ ⊹ ⭒ – : ✧ : -˚̣⋅ .
ACTING/CAST:
Despite being a rookie actress, Ji Soo delivered her role as Seo Mi Rae, a woman who fears that love will abandon her yet again, leaving her with recurring scars. Mi Rae is totally relatable to me, and maybe that’s one of the reasons why I have a soft spot for this drama. She might not be perfect, but this young woman gives it her all. Ji Soo’s character can be seen as frustrating at times, but that was her way of protecting herself. She’s a normal human being, just like anyone after all, someone who made mistakes and faced failures.
I was sceptical of her performance and thought her male costars would outshine her, but Ji Soo proved me wrong. The singer-actress is definitely making progress in her acting career. Her characters so far have been normal and realistic, and she managed to portray them without being over-the-top.【 ♡ Somehow I see Lim Ji Yeon and Park Min Young in Ji Soo’s character... When she smiles with crescent eyes, the actress resembles Lim Ji Yeon, while her surprised expression reminds me of Park Min Young.. Probably just me.. ପ₍ᐢ๑• ֊ •๑ᐢ₎ଓ⌒☆ 】
Seo In Guk impressively portrays dual roles as Park Gyeong Nam, a stoic webtoon PD, and Koo Yeong Il, Mi Rae’s ideal VR boyfriend. Gyeong Nam is reserved and keeps to himself (a typical Kuudere), while Koo Yeong Il embodies the perfect boyfriend: mysterious, cool, and comforting. Despite being the same person, their contrasting personalities are clearly defined due to In Guk’s extraordinary acting skills.
Of course, we absolutely can’t forget all the cameo appearances of some of the hottest Korean celebrities who are oozing with charisma! What undeniably drew me and, I’m sure, everyone else in is the array of these ultra handsome individuals who tug at our heartstrings~ They are absolute eye candies that soothe our hearts, the perfect examples of “Boyfriend on Demand”… ˖˚˳⌖ ଘ꒰ ⸝⸝ᴗ͈ ̫ ᴗ͈⸝⸝꒱♡ ⌖ ˖°
. ⋅ ˚̣- : ✧ : – ⭒ ⊹ ⭒ – : ✧ : -˚̣⋅ .
Last but not least, I enjoyed this light-hearted drama not only for the beautiful visuals but also for its simple yet unique storyline. Unlike the usual plot-heavy dramas, “Boyfriend on Demand” provided a much-needed break from the stressful cycle of mundane life that we inevitably face every day. It’s a delight to ‘visit’ the Philippines through the screen, and with Mi Rae, we get to travel to all the scenic destinations, offering a fantastical escape to a dream-like world!
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