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I didn’t read the webtoon either. The synopsis probably did not want to make it obvious so it’s not written point blank in the description.

It is in the ‘tags’ section which has ‘toxic relationships’.

The reason why people are saying PJE is toxic & evokes ‘red flags’ is because he invades NB’s personal space without permission. NB does not reject him outright but he shouldn’t casually touch/assert himself with someone he doesn’t know. There are moments that shows NB being uncomfortable with his advances too.

The drama has the ‘toxic relationship’ tag. The point of the drama is to show what it looks like from someone’s perspective who is prone to these types of situation which is NB. She just got out of a toxic relationship before she met PJE. It’s alluding that she might enter another one. There is only 1 episode out. I’m assuming the drama will explore those ‘negative’ things that is detrimental to someone physically & mentally in a soon-to-be toxic relationship between PJE & NB.

I never said watching Asian dramas was diverse. I am talking about HOLLYWOOD specifically which is predominately helmed by white people (ex: directors, executives, writers, production team, actors, casting directors, etc..) when it comes to mainstream media & people’s skepticism towards non-white actors getting hire for these major films. I live in the USA, it’s racist here point blank.

Everywhere has a race issue. Asian countries aren’t not exempt. I never said they weren’t either. East Asia is actually a diverse place with many existing ethnic minorities, customs, cultures, & religions. You don’t see it in the mainstream because of course, dominating majority with institutionalized power just like in the USA. I’m stating the obvious, not hypocrisy.

That’s good to know but this is kdramaland. They have the sheer power to change things lol. I hope that’s not the case with this drama & hope it sticks with the webtoon source material all the way through.

I don’t need PJE to change at all which I assume is the point of his character.

Sometimes it only takes 1 episode to make or break a show for folks.

I’m actually surprised since kdrama tends to be rated on a higher scale on MDL lol.

Wow, these people are rich RICH. They are living on a another terrestrial planet than everyone else. It’s giving off Parasite vibes lol.

I simply mentioned that the movie made a lot of money since there is a demand & market for it. I never said it was an amazing movie.

The story has potential to dive deep but then again most kdrama rarely scratches the surface about these kinds of subjects. I hope it does or I’ll be *eye-rolling annoyed lol.

Yes. But it’s done in a subdued way & with a purpose. Unlike other dramas that either glamorize it in a overt romantic or comedic light, but it is apparent. If you watch it and feel unnerving & uncomfortable, I think the drama is doing a decent job portraying those toxic attributes.

The MCU actually NEEDS more diverse range of characters who aren’t always white. Why is it when non-white actors gets hire for these major films, they get labeled the term ‘diversity hire’. It’s Hollywood’s fault for being overly saturated with whiteness to the point people are so skeptical-judgemental about non-white actors.

If PSJ wants to venture into Hollywood mainstream territory, I think it’s fine. Marvel must have approached him & it’s probably something he wants to do. Also, I don’t expect him to speak perfect or clear English. I don’t know know why people always expect foreign/Asian actors to speak perfect or clear English for American films. He could be a native Korean character who speaks Korean? I mean there’s subtitles. I don’t think it’s a waste of his time. More so Marvel would be wasting PSJ’s time if he’s relegated to a ‘cameo’ role. But hey if he’s getting paid big bucks to say two lines heck I’d take the job too lol. I mean 100k for 3 sentences, count me in. Although I prefer PSJ to have a meaty role in it.

I agree, it would be more befitting to hire Korean/Asian American actors if the role calls for a Korean character since Asian American actors rarely gets to be part of these mainstream projects.

Me too. If not I’ll be disappointed :(.

I’m surprised with the Disney+ & JTBC partnership along with that big budget to boot. 1st Korean drama on the streaming platform. The production team & studio is wow. I’m not sure if I’m feeling the cast but it sounds interesting. Hopefully the writing doesn’t disappoint.

That’s what it seems like to me. I hope Sol gets her own story arch!

It might be more so on NB’s end since the story is seen from her perspective. As you say, butterfly is symbolic for change. Like when a butterfly undergoes a metamorphosis. NB is still in the stage of a caterpillar in cocoon who hasn’t quite blossom out of her shell yet. It will be interesting to see how her outlook on love & life, specifically her mindset about herself, starts to change in a different light.

Even though I’m not feeling the story & characters yet, NB has potential for character development since this is seen from her perspective. Honestly I would hate it if the writer tries to make the audience sympathize PJE as some poor unfortunate soul. He can be shit all he wants as long as his actions are NOT seen as ‘okay’. For now, in NB’s mindset PJE happens to be something ‘positive’ so it will be interesting how her perspective of him changes when it’s starts to sour.

I watched Oh My Ghostess years back when it aired but didn’t finish it. I had issues with that one lol. Didn’t care for Strong Girl Bongsoon or Abyss. PBY is a great actress but her drama projects don’t excite me lol. Try to give DAYS a chance but unfortunately it’s the bin for me.

It’s reasonable for this to be 10 episodes because a story like this does not need to drag on for 16 hours. Heck, it probably only needs 8 episodes.

I don’t think she’s that easily manipulated but she is vulnerable emotionally when it comes to love. I think she’s actually quite aware what she’s getting herself into but doesn’t care because it gives her satisfaction & attention that she needs. Once it’s starts to hit her mentally & physically in a negative light, it’s only when she decides it’s enough but she runs into the same cycle again.

Her first relationship started out that way. She met her shit ex because he paid attention to her in that art class. I think was he was a teacher who was pretty handsy towards her. Then he started saying all these nice-turn-bitter things about her & made decisions without her consent, like the art piece. It’s only when she saw him with another woman, she decided to end it. Now with PJE, here comes a new guy whose touching her flirting with her giving her all the attention. His advances is definitely inappropriate but she likes it. But when PJE starts giving other women attention, NB hates it & becomes distant towards him. PJE is fully aware of her mannerism so he uses it to his advantage. NB likes his attention even though she thinks he might have other women on the side & PJE likes to play with her.