Totally Relatable
I rated Nevertheless, a 9.5/10 because of how realistic it actually is. Personally, I went through something similar—wanting to be close to someone who clearly did not feel the same way and just not being able to let go. That’s why Nevertheless, hit me so hard. I saw myself in Nabi. People might say, "Why didn’t she just choose Do-hyeok? Why didn’t she walk away?" but when you’re in that situation, it does not work like that.
When you’re obsessed with someone—when you want them more than they will ever want you—logic does not exist. It’s just feelings. False hope. A cycle of being drawn back in, even when you know it’s going to end the same way every time. And that’s exactly why this drama captured the pain of a toxic, undefined relationship so perfectly.
And let’s talk about the tension—because WOW. The way Nabi and Jae-eon just looked at each other was enough to set the screen on fire. The subtle touches, the moments of vulnerability, the way he made her feel special even when he was giving her nothing—it was textbook situationship behavior. I hated it, but I also could not look away. That is exactly how it feels when you're stuck in something like that—you know it’s wrong, but you’re too far gone. Jae-on is literally the type of guy your best friend warns you about while you go, "But he’s different with me," except HE’S NOT(relatable). His entire personality was built on leading Nabi on, gaslighting her, and acting like a nonchalant playboy. Every time she tried to leave, he'd pull her back in with one butterfly move, and boom—she’d forget every ounce of self-respect.
But honestly? One of my favorite parts of the drama was the side couples.
Sol and Ji-wan were so soft and cute, the playground scene warmed my heart so much. Their story had real struggles, but at the same time, it was so heartwarming to watch.
Bitna and Gyu-hyun? CUTEST EVER. Their push-and-pull felt like an actual couple you’d know in real life, and their relationship added a lighter, more grounded element to the show.
Final thoughts: Nevertheless, is a lesson, not a love story. It’s messy, frustrating, and at times infuriating, but it’s also too real. If you want to scream at your screen while simultaneously getting swept away by pretty people making bad choices, this is the drama for you. Would I recommend it? Only if you mentally prepare yourself for the inevitable rage.. I know Nevertheless, isn’t for everyone, but for people who have been there, it hits like a truck.
When you’re obsessed with someone—when you want them more than they will ever want you—logic does not exist. It’s just feelings. False hope. A cycle of being drawn back in, even when you know it’s going to end the same way every time. And that’s exactly why this drama captured the pain of a toxic, undefined relationship so perfectly.
And let’s talk about the tension—because WOW. The way Nabi and Jae-eon just looked at each other was enough to set the screen on fire. The subtle touches, the moments of vulnerability, the way he made her feel special even when he was giving her nothing—it was textbook situationship behavior. I hated it, but I also could not look away. That is exactly how it feels when you're stuck in something like that—you know it’s wrong, but you’re too far gone. Jae-on is literally the type of guy your best friend warns you about while you go, "But he’s different with me," except HE’S NOT(relatable). His entire personality was built on leading Nabi on, gaslighting her, and acting like a nonchalant playboy. Every time she tried to leave, he'd pull her back in with one butterfly move, and boom—she’d forget every ounce of self-respect.
But honestly? One of my favorite parts of the drama was the side couples.
Sol and Ji-wan were so soft and cute, the playground scene warmed my heart so much. Their story had real struggles, but at the same time, it was so heartwarming to watch.
Bitna and Gyu-hyun? CUTEST EVER. Their push-and-pull felt like an actual couple you’d know in real life, and their relationship added a lighter, more grounded element to the show.
Final thoughts: Nevertheless, is a lesson, not a love story. It’s messy, frustrating, and at times infuriating, but it’s also too real. If you want to scream at your screen while simultaneously getting swept away by pretty people making bad choices, this is the drama for you. Would I recommend it? Only if you mentally prepare yourself for the inevitable rage.. I know Nevertheless, isn’t for everyone, but for people who have been there, it hits like a truck.
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