Soft Romance, Strong Acting
Before diving into my thoughts on the story itself, I want to clarify something that often gets blown out of proportion: the age difference between the two lead actors had absolutely nothing to do with the storyline. It wasn’t distracting, nor did it affect their chemistry in any negative way.
And as for the male lead having previously acted in a BL (Boys’ Love) drama, that doesn’t disqualify him from taking on a straight romance. In fact, in my experience as a viewer, many actors who’ve played same-sex romantic roles often bring more passion and emotional depth into their performances opposite female leads. They tend to be less restrained, more expressive, and not afraid to add that extra spark — whether in a kiss or an emotional moment.
Now, onto the drama itself — I truly think this story had the potential to be expanded into a longer series. There was so much untapped material: the male lead’s younger years, the female lead’s life with her mother, and the emotional weight of time passing with the police officer’s storyline. Those layers could have added more richness and connection for the audience.
Performance-wise, both leads did an excellent job. Their acting felt genuine and emotionally grounded. However, the kissing scenes left something to be desired. They weren’t as passionate as they could’ve been — possibly due to discomfort between the actors, or perhaps the director’s choice to keep things modest. Either way, the lack of intensity slightly dulled what could have been truly memorable romantic moments.
On a brighter note, the ending song by ABC-Z, “Just Romantic!” was an absolute standout. It perfectly captures the dreamy, emotional vibe of the show — so much so that I honestly think it would’ve made a better opening theme than closing track.
Overall, this drama was heartfelt and engaging, but it left me wishing for just a bit more — more time, more depth, and more passion. Still, it’s a lovely watch with strong performances and a great soundtrack.
And as for the male lead having previously acted in a BL (Boys’ Love) drama, that doesn’t disqualify him from taking on a straight romance. In fact, in my experience as a viewer, many actors who’ve played same-sex romantic roles often bring more passion and emotional depth into their performances opposite female leads. They tend to be less restrained, more expressive, and not afraid to add that extra spark — whether in a kiss or an emotional moment.
Now, onto the drama itself — I truly think this story had the potential to be expanded into a longer series. There was so much untapped material: the male lead’s younger years, the female lead’s life with her mother, and the emotional weight of time passing with the police officer’s storyline. Those layers could have added more richness and connection for the audience.
Performance-wise, both leads did an excellent job. Their acting felt genuine and emotionally grounded. However, the kissing scenes left something to be desired. They weren’t as passionate as they could’ve been — possibly due to discomfort between the actors, or perhaps the director’s choice to keep things modest. Either way, the lack of intensity slightly dulled what could have been truly memorable romantic moments.
On a brighter note, the ending song by ABC-Z, “Just Romantic!” was an absolute standout. It perfectly captures the dreamy, emotional vibe of the show — so much so that I honestly think it would’ve made a better opening theme than closing track.
Overall, this drama was heartfelt and engaging, but it left me wishing for just a bit more — more time, more depth, and more passion. Still, it’s a lovely watch with strong performances and a great soundtrack.
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