Ryan Ding can sing! OMG can he sing! I believe the song at the end credits of Melody of Golden Age episodes is a duet of the lead actors Ding and Deng. That said, I think his speaking voice isn't as deep as required by the characters he portrays. A recent example is his character as Shen Du in Melody of Golden Age. He's supposed to be this commanding, formidably scary, lethal, without mercy, right hand enforcer of the Empress Dowager but his own voice will not cut it. I wouldn't describe his voice as childish but it is youthful. I think he wasn't dubbed in Moonlight. It sounded very natural and untouched.
Yes, that voice is so distinct, I recognize it anywhere ever since I saw Coffee Prince.
Such a talented actor and my heart breaks for him and his family.
THIS SHOULD NEVER HAVE HAPPENED! South Korea, you are doing yourself a big disservice by driving your talents 6 feet under.
Is it Guilty until proven innocent? Do you have laws or do you just follow popular public opinion? Do you investigate or do you just let the public dictate your next step?
Elizabeth Taylor, Robert Downey Jr, Drew Barrymore, Charlie Sheen, Johnny Depp all had their fair share of drug scandals and still went on to have flourishing careers. Each of the scandals were so much bigger than Lee Sun Kyun's. South Korea, ask yourself, why did he take his life?
As someone who lived through everyday life with someone who suffers with a mental health disorder, this show did a very good job in keeping it real. Real from the perspective of the patient, the caregivers and the family. Reactions/triggers from all 3 vary a great deal just like the disorder varies in the kind/type and severity that they cannot all be written down in a 12-episode show.
One thing I wish mentioned in the show (maybe I missed it?) was certain mental health disorders are hereditary; Bi-polar, Schizophrenia & Depression.
I am grateful to the show for bringing this to the forefront, especially in Asia. I am sure there are strides to put this in the spotlight but it's a slow effort like molasses. It's like no one wants to talk about mental health disorders in Asia when it's staring them in the face.
I'm sorry Asia, I didn't mean to put you on the hot seat but I'm speaking from experience. I wished I could talk about those experiences but this is neither the time nor place for that. I don't intend to turn the comment section into something other than its purpose. I just wanted to say how relatable this show was to me and to be reminded that I'm not alone in the struggle was a little comforting.
The first time I saw him, he was playing bad boy, serial dater Kang Hyun Min in Cinderella and the Four Knights and has been a big fan since. Saddened by the fallout of his marriage, missed him terribly during his 4-year hiatus and was glad to see him back on the saddle, on the mend and doing work. Welcome back Ahn Jae Hyun!
Choi Jin Hyuk is one of those actors with a beautiful voice but I could name another that has a deep, smooth and…
I do love his voice. He was in "Coffee Prince" (oldie but goodie, 2007) and the latest I saw him in; "Payback: Money and Power". Have fun and enjoy your weekend.
Choi Jin Hyuk is one of those actors with a beautiful voice but I could name another that has a deep, smooth and distinctive voice, Lee Sun Kyun. I could tell it's Lee Sun Kyun before I even look at the screen.
I was hoping for that after Naoki leaves this plane. Yui is so in love with Naoki, she only has "eyes for him", I don't think Yuzuru has a chance at the moment. In the future episodes in my head, Yui and Yuzuru live happily ever after with the family they built together with Naoki's blessings.👩❤👨😁
Yuzuru was willing to die to protect her, how much more noble can his intentions get?
Happy ending as in do the leads end up together in this life or the next?
Hmmm, it's a roughly 1 hour, 10-episode show. I don't think they reserved bandwidth for the afterlife. The setting of this show is half flashbacks and present time. But the leads were "together" throughout the episodes. Remember, the male lead is already dead as was mentioned in the details above.
Not sure if you've already made your call on whether to watch or skip. Either way goodluck!
Before embarking on this J-drama, What does "happy ending" mean to you? I will comment without giving anything away.
This is not a Rom-com but it is romantic and sweet. The show has a soul (literally & figuratively) and a sense of humor. It is a mystery with supernatural elements. It's a story of whodunnit but more importantly WHY it happened to a seemingly innocent and low key chef who is trying to live right by everyone around him given his less than ideal upbringing.
He is already dead by episode 1 with plenty of unfinished business. (As said in the description above).
So next time you ask if this has a happy ending, consider what you are expecting out of this show. Expecting any semblance of reality when the supernatural is involved does not make sense unless you are a big believer in the Supernatural. Nitpicking is an intro to disappointment. It is not a procedural or documentary show. You will set yourself up for a let down.
That said, none of that takes away from how well this story is told or acted. By episode 3, I feel that the purpose of the detective has started to evolve.
The last episode seemed to be a purposeful wind- down filler full of redemption and 2nd chances to tie up loose ends & wrap up this 10-episode drama in a nice little binge-worthy package.
I appreciated how the story of the leads was told and how all the characters were somehow connected.
This could have unfolded much worse. I am glad it didn't.
I honestly can't pass judgement on anyone when depression is diagnosed. No one understands this condition completely because not everyone has the same exact symptom or severity. I have lived with someone with this condition up until that loved one passed away. The person suffering from depression cannot identify themselves as a person who is depressed. They believe they are perfectly fine and you're the one who needs help. A lot of cases need professional intervention. Depression is not an easy condition to deal with for the afflicted nor their love ones. There is no cure but there is treatment. The actor needs help.
I believe in the law. It is there for a reason. So let the law do its job and get him some help. Personal opinions cannot be helped. You may support him or not. That is entirely up to you. That is the actor's burden to bear but so is his health. I believe the channel has clearly stated their stance. That is their right. Unfortunately, decisions as this holds a lot of weight in public opinion. Yoo Ah In is a public figure but he is also a human being, susceptible and vulnerable as the next. Being an actor doesn't give you super powers but the job seems to require growing a thicker skin. Public figure or not, no one can deny this person, Yoo Ah In needs help.
As an outsider looking in on someone else's life, how much do I really know about what he goes through day in day out. Absolutely 0. I don't consider what I read about anyone as facts but mere information to be taken with a grain of salt especially in the entertainment business. Manipulation is the name of the game.
I read more about the "what ifs"...reactive thoughts. The actor's closest confidants or loved ones or someone, anyone who truly cares about him should take a proactive approach so the "what ifs" can be avoided. He hasn't killed anyone yet, if he doesn't get help, his first and last victim could be himself. Leave the judgement to the court of law and get him the help he needs. It isn't too late for Yoo Ah In.
Such a talented actor and my heart breaks for him and his family.
THIS SHOULD NEVER HAVE HAPPENED! South Korea, you are doing yourself a big disservice by driving your talents 6 feet under.
Is it Guilty until proven innocent? Do you have laws or do you just follow popular public opinion? Do you investigate or do you just let the public dictate your next step?
Elizabeth Taylor, Robert Downey Jr, Drew Barrymore, Charlie Sheen, Johnny Depp all had their fair share of drug scandals and still went on to have flourishing careers. Each of the scandals were so much bigger than Lee Sun Kyun's. South Korea, ask yourself, why did he take his life?
One thing I wish mentioned in the show (maybe I missed it?) was certain mental health disorders are hereditary; Bi-polar, Schizophrenia & Depression.
I am grateful to the show for bringing this to the forefront, especially in Asia. I am sure there are strides to put this in the spotlight but it's a slow effort like molasses. It's like no one wants to talk about mental health disorders in Asia when it's staring them in the face.
I'm sorry Asia, I didn't mean to put you on the hot seat but I'm speaking from experience. I wished I could talk about those experiences but this is neither the time nor place for that. I don't intend to turn the comment section into something other than its purpose. I just wanted to say how relatable this show was to me and to be reminded that I'm not alone in the struggle was a little comforting.
Yuzuru was willing to die to protect her, how much more noble can his intentions get?
Not sure if you've already made your call on whether to watch or skip. Either way goodluck!
This is not a Rom-com but it is romantic and sweet. The show has a soul (literally & figuratively) and a sense of humor. It is a mystery with supernatural elements. It's a story of whodunnit but more importantly WHY it happened to a seemingly innocent and low key chef who is trying to live right by everyone around him given his less than ideal upbringing.
He is already dead by episode 1 with plenty of unfinished business. (As said in the description above).
So next time you ask if this has a happy ending, consider what you are expecting out of this show. Expecting any semblance of reality when the supernatural is involved does not make sense unless you are a big believer in the Supernatural. Nitpicking is an intro to disappointment. It is not a procedural or documentary show. You will set yourself up for a let down.
That said, none of that takes away from how well this story is told or acted. By episode 3, I feel that the purpose of the detective has started to evolve.
The last episode seemed to be a purposeful wind- down filler full of redemption and 2nd chances to tie up loose ends & wrap up this 10-episode drama in a nice little binge-worthy package.
I appreciated how the story of the leads was told and how all the characters were somehow connected.
I honestly can't pass judgement on anyone when depression is diagnosed. No one understands this condition completely because not everyone has the same exact symptom or severity. I have lived with someone with this condition up until that loved one passed away. The person suffering from depression cannot identify themselves as a person who is depressed. They believe they are perfectly fine and you're the one who needs help. A lot of cases need professional intervention. Depression is not an easy condition to deal with for the afflicted nor their love ones. There is no cure but there is treatment. The actor needs help.
I believe in the law. It is there for a reason. So let the law do its job and get him some help. Personal opinions cannot be helped. You may support him or not. That is entirely up to you. That is the actor's burden to bear but so is his health. I believe the channel has clearly stated their stance. That is their right. Unfortunately, decisions as this holds a lot of weight in public opinion. Yoo Ah In is a public figure but he is also a human being, susceptible and vulnerable as the next. Being an actor doesn't give you super powers but the job seems to require growing a thicker skin. Public figure or not, no one can deny this person, Yoo Ah In needs help.
As an outsider looking in on someone else's life, how much do I really know about what he goes through day in day out. Absolutely 0. I don't consider what I read about anyone as facts but mere information to be taken with a grain of salt especially in the entertainment business. Manipulation is the name of the game.
I read more about the "what ifs"...reactive thoughts. The actor's closest confidants or loved ones or someone, anyone who truly cares about him should take a proactive approach so the "what ifs" can be avoided. He hasn't killed anyone yet, if he doesn't get help, his first and last victim could be himself. Leave the judgement to the court of law and get him the help he needs. It isn't too late for Yoo Ah In.