Idk why Osamu Mukai nearly always get type casted into the SML when he has more chemistry with the FL than the ML TTATT Maybe bcs I am a bit biased towards the actor (and CEO characters in general), I was really rooting for the CEO to be with Kurumi (tho I know that is a futile hope). Maybe it is also because of my bad experience with guys like Shun, who say stuff like "flow like the water", "stop thinking what other people think", "stop wearing makeup", even at times where you don't want to hear that stuff.
Although the CEO (in typical drama fashion) took too long to realize his feelings, I really believe he did better in supporting the FL. He knows how to comfort her, he knows what she wants (or guides her there), and in my personal relationship I find it nice to have partners who you can really rely on, and listen to you and comfort you, as opposed to giving you generic philosophical advice. Also, Shun and Kurumi don't really have similar interests (apart from food), which doesn't really make or break a relationship, but kinda reduces their chemistry on screen.
But I guess the one I really don't like is the FL. I find that she's not as assertive as she can be, and compared to Hase-san I don't find her issues (although they are very realistic) as interesting. If Hase-san would be the FL I think I would enjoy this drama even more. I am also really tired of asian drama FLs to be written as so dense. People are more likely to having the wrong assumption that someone likes you than being oblivious abt it.
Overall, I really like the Terrace House vibe of this drama. Pacing could be better, but I wish the female lead would have a more interesting and well-paced character growth. There could be less time wondering about the Orca President and Shun and more focusing on herself.
Also, after getting frustrated with Ayase Haruka's drama Kyou wa Kaisha Yasumimasu, idk why jdramas always make the FL end up with the younger guys lol. Give me more Hotaru no Hikari please XD
Such a gripping episode! My heart was beating so fast there. The only thing I don't like is I feel like the pacing is so fast like we just defeated the aunt and then 2-0 so quickly.
I really love the scenes in this episode though, I feel like every character gets to shine. From seeing the highs and (deep) lows of 2-0 and 3-0, to the scene with the in-law group as well! The dialogue between 1-alpha and 2-alpha (I believe alpha meant in-law correct me if I'm wrong) about knowledge of art felt so real. It seems like such a mundane conversation, but it shows in that scene who came from a high-class background, and who (initially) didn't belong there.
The camera shots as well! When Dong Ki was groveling and crying like a baby on the stairs and you see the grandpa staring at him from above and the other family members staring from below, it's like seeing the curtain fall as the spotlight is on the defeated 2-0.
Also glad for the more compelling scene with the FL. Again, could do without the typical romantic k-drama scenes, but I love her moment of self-introspection there (when she realizes she's not such an upright person). I think we begin to see that despite having a family who already has connections in the industry, she still has to battle the stigma and seniority that is prevalent in SK (and Asia in general). Overall it is a nice team-up as two young people attempt to change the corrupted ways of the older generation.
I can't wait for the next episode! Honestly, I really hope that the grandpa is okay more than Do-Jun (although I'd wager he'd probably end up in a coma while the war for succession will be at its peak). I was a bit sad because the final scene of them in the car was honestly heartwarming (even the driver laughed).
I can see why people don't particularly like the FL. We are introduced to her in the beginning as this capable, big-shot prosecutor (who also did some backroom deals if I'm not mistaken?) and then we turn back in time and she is pretty much the only character that has changed out of the main cast... for the worse.
Tbf, I think it's a natural progression, she was a naïve freshman with only idols and studying in her mind and a, let's say idealistic outlook of the world. She believes since she is studying hard and she is living a "simple" lifestyle compared to her other privileged peers, she is not part of them. So when someone like Do Jun points out her privileges for once, she tries everything she can to deny it (doing a part-time job, refusing a scholarship). So far her whole character is basically trying to prove him wrong, which makes sense why she immediately turns against him in episode 9. If only her scenes focus more on these... and less on that cringy "confession" scene, I think it might fuse into the main story more. It would be a sort of petty rivalry thing that in k-drama fashion turns into attraction (heyy kind of like Vincenzo in a way?). Also, the theme of privileges would connect with the main story. She would actually complete the cast because right now we have the rags-to-riches (Do Jun and well, the grandpa basically), the selfish upper-class, and the upper class pretending to be someone they are not. I would hope for a character arc for her, where she finally accepts who she is, and instead of denying her privilege use it for a better and more benevolent cause.
I would also say whoever is styling her isn't doing her any favors. I know the whole ribbon ponytail thing is a very 90s SK thing, but it just looks off on her. It doesn't make her look any likable either. I get they are trying to make her look younger, but they did so well with Hyun Min so why not give her the same treatment? Her sleek hair and suit in the first episode look more harmonious, and she looks less (for lack of a better word) air-headed. But I guess that's the point. I think dressing her in a more blue denim combo, with shorter hair would look better on her. Heck, a pair of glasses would be better than that pink ribbon.
Anyways, the point is I think there's always a time and place for romance. I didn't like the main romance in Search: WWW, I didn't want it in Again My Life, if there's a much tense and pressing main storyline I could do without the romance. But hey, that's why I skip them for now :)
Lol the ending, seems like a flex that the actors can just act out the different personalities at will haha
But hey, a satisfying ending! Although, I kinda wish that the drama gave more time throughout the drama to establish what exactly made them "love" each other (or care I guess). In the end everyone just suddenly became nice that it seemed a bit unbelievable (esp Sekuhara...).
Also glad Riku realizes his place and leaves Ayako. Sorry not sorry buddy, but you're not the best s.o. material.
Can't wait for more Ayase Haruka (who is astonishingly beautiful in this drama, I'm saving all her pics on pinterest lol) and Takahashi Issei drama! And so glad that Ayase Haruka is back active again this year.
Sekuhara is getting on my nerves real bad. At the end of the day he is the true antagonist in this story (despite him just doing his job lol) Yamaki is still as useless as ever
And I was wondering whether the revert to the original bodies are going to be portrayed well (since it must be hard to act out) but damn Takahashi Issei and Ayase Haruka nailed their performance here!
I wonder how everything's gonna play out in the end. Next week couldn't have come sooner!
Ep 9 spoiler:Did anyone pick up on Riku, hinting that Ayako feels something for Hidaka? Like all this emotion…
Honestly, although Riku is not as annoying as the first few episodes, still can't really support him being with Ayako. Then again, I don't really support her being with Hidaka either just because of what he has done while being in her body. At the end of the day, there were no decent men in this drama :/
I mean I don't know how the characters are going to develop (still at episode 12), but tbh I am in Xiao Qin's husband side most of the time. Of course both of them have their own faults, but checking your husband's phone secretly and sending private medical details to your own mom, and divulging too much of your relationship problems to other people is disrespectful. Idk, so far Xiao Qin seems like the least mature among the group of friends.
After reading comments here about theories on episode 6 it got me thinking, maybe Hidaka/Azuma (in Ayako's body) wanted Ayako (in Hidaka/Azuma's body) to not be in close contact with him during the full moon to prevent an unwanted body switch?
After watching Jang Na-ra in VIP and Last Empress, it was kind of a surprise to see her in a character so unconfident and (annoyingly) as a people-pleaser that I was kind of annoyed (mostly personal preference, bcs I don't really like those characters) but her chemistry (like with all her co-stars I watched lol) with Jang Hyuk is so good that I can't really stop watching.
After watching this show for a while, I really felt that Ayako somehow fits better on Hidaka's body and Hidaka on Ayako's, or maybe it's just the actors lol
Just watched E3 & the cat/mouse game between Hidaka & Mochizuki is so thrilling. That ending scene was absolutely…
The fact that the roommate called Ayako her girlfriend when they're just roommates is already creepy from the get-go... And then Hidaka (as Ayako) actually seduces him with her body... *shudders*
I came to watch Run On to watch something that doesn't feel too fluffy or suffocating and got exactly that. Truly a slice-of-life drama with a character-driven story. Was a bit pessimistic since Shin Se-Kyung dramas usually aren't the best (even though I really like her and I like Goo Hae-ryung) but this drama is great. I think some actors and actresses are a bit typecasted, but other than that they all fit the characters well and played them well. Really liked that each character have a visible development throughout the drama. There were some continuity errors throughout the drama (ironic since they use a lot of film references here) but it's not too distracting. Still recommend!
Yap, but it should happened at EP2Kiki loves AsabaAsaba don't love riho and she knows thatKiki don't love makoto…
That's true, I guess I just dislike Makoto more because he was the one instigating everything from the beginning. Ironically, from the KoiAta IG it seems that most japanese viewers are supporting MakoKiki instead lol
Was trying to look for J-dramas after watching great ones like Nigeru wa haji da ga yaku ni tatsu and hanzawa naoki s2, so came across this drama as one of the highest rated jdramas on this website.
At first I was intrigued by the story. Of course, Kahoko the ML is annoying but it makes sense character-wise since she is overprotected and sadly has pretty bad parents (one is controlling, one is passive and enabling the wife and Kahoko). I'm also curious on her progress on becoming an adult... despite mentally being 5, and trying to catch up to become 22. When I watch the first few episodes I thought for sure it would be focused on Kahoko.
Now this is where by episode 7 I dropped the drama. As the drama goes on, it starts to introduce the problems of the other family members. First it started with Ito's (her cousin) wrist problem, which then becomes a cycle of fights from the dad and mom to the aunt to the other aunt... you get the point. Although I get that the drama is trying to focus on family and family values, none of the family member's sub-story actually contributed to Kahoko's character development. It all ends with Kahoko saves the day, kumbaya everyone is happy, but Kahoko is still acting like a 5-year-old... because purity, innocence, good, yes? And what's worse, none of the family members (at least so far the dad, the mom, and the other aunts and uncles) changed! The dad is still passive, the mom is still controlling, and Kahoko is still a baby! Mugino (and even the grandma) keeps saying to Kahoko, "just focus on getting a job, leave your family alone", and that's what Kahoko should've done, but they presented it as if Kahoko trying to solve family problems is more important than solving her own problem!
As for the romance, I don't have any problem with the lack of skinship. I thought at first that it would be an interesting plot as after all, Mugino is the biggest contributor to Kahoko's mental development. But.... I got annoyed when suddenly the preview show that they want to get married (bcs grandma wants babies! Hooray to unplanned life decisions!). It would've been far more interesting if Kahoko learns what having an adult relationship is really like, and what it means to be a girlfriend. For instance, Mugino can (for once) tell Kahoko to stop making faces when she doesn't like something and instead face it like an adult (why does no one address this?). Instead the drama focused too much on the family drama (that I could care less about).
In a way, my frustration mostly stems from having acted like Kahoko before, so seeing her not grow and people around her not helping her either is stressful haha.
TL;DR Kahogo no Kahoko has a great plot that could've been executed better. If you like family drama, sure try to watch it. But if you're here to see a drama focused on the journey of a 22-year-old that acts (and thinks) like a kid trying to become an adult for herself? You might be disappointed. The drama would be excellent if it focuses solely on Kahoko, with Mugino as a supportive role, and also the dynamics of Kahoko with her mom and dad. It's still not a bad drama though, as imo the Takahata Mitsuki and Takeuchi Ryouma are great in their respective roles, so at least watch for the acting.
Watched episode 7 raw. But damn I really hope they're not trying to do something different by making Kiki end up with Makoto. It would be okay if Makoto is like other second leads (usually the ML is the manipulative and abusive one based on other romcoms) but this time the SL is so frustrating (manipulating his friends and Kiki, then in the latest episode bragging to Takumi smh). Well hope by episode 8 Kiki changes her mind.
Maybe it is also because of my bad experience with guys like Shun, who say stuff like "flow like the water", "stop thinking what other people think", "stop wearing makeup", even at times where you don't want to hear that stuff.
Although the CEO (in typical drama fashion) took too long to realize his feelings, I really believe he did better in supporting the FL. He knows how to comfort her, he knows what she wants (or guides her there), and in my personal relationship I find it nice to have partners who you can really rely on, and listen to you and comfort you, as opposed to giving you generic philosophical advice. Also, Shun and Kurumi don't really have similar interests (apart from food), which doesn't really make or break a relationship, but kinda reduces their chemistry on screen.
But I guess the one I really don't like is the FL. I find that she's not as assertive as she can be, and compared to Hase-san I don't find her issues (although they are very realistic) as interesting. If Hase-san would be the FL I think I would enjoy this drama even more. I am also really tired of asian drama FLs to be written as so dense. People are more likely to having the wrong assumption that someone likes you than being oblivious abt it.
Overall, I really like the Terrace House vibe of this drama. Pacing could be better, but I wish the female lead would have a more interesting and well-paced character growth. There could be less time wondering about the Orca President and Shun and more focusing on herself.
Also, after getting frustrated with Ayase Haruka's drama Kyou wa Kaisha Yasumimasu, idk why jdramas always make the FL end up with the younger guys lol. Give me more Hotaru no Hikari please XD
I really love the scenes in this episode though, I feel like every character gets to shine. From seeing the highs and (deep) lows of 2-0 and 3-0, to the scene with the in-law group as well! The dialogue between 1-alpha and 2-alpha (I believe alpha meant in-law correct me if I'm wrong) about knowledge of art felt so real. It seems like such a mundane conversation, but it shows in that scene who came from a high-class background, and who (initially) didn't belong there.
The camera shots as well! When Dong Ki was groveling and crying like a baby on the stairs and you see the grandpa staring at him from above and the other family members staring from below, it's like seeing the curtain fall as the spotlight is on the defeated 2-0.
Also glad for the more compelling scene with the FL. Again, could do without the typical romantic k-drama scenes, but I love her moment of self-introspection there (when she realizes she's not such an upright person). I think we begin to see that despite having a family who already has connections in the industry, she still has to battle the stigma and seniority that is prevalent in SK (and Asia in general). Overall it is a nice team-up as two young people attempt to change the corrupted ways of the older generation.
I can't wait for the next episode! Honestly, I really hope that the grandpa is okay more than Do-Jun (although I'd wager he'd probably end up in a coma while the war for succession will be at its peak). I was a bit sad because the final scene of them in the car was honestly heartwarming (even the driver laughed).
Tbf, I think it's a natural progression, she was a naïve freshman with only idols and studying in her mind and a, let's say idealistic outlook of the world. She believes since she is studying hard and she is living a "simple" lifestyle compared to her other privileged peers, she is not part of them. So when someone like Do Jun points out her privileges for once, she tries everything she can to deny it (doing a part-time job, refusing a scholarship). So far her whole character is basically trying to prove him wrong, which makes sense why she immediately turns against him in episode 9. If only her scenes focus more on these... and less on that cringy "confession" scene, I think it might fuse into the main story more. It would be a sort of petty rivalry thing that in k-drama fashion turns into attraction (heyy kind of like Vincenzo in a way?). Also, the theme of privileges would connect with the main story. She would actually complete the cast because right now we have the rags-to-riches (Do Jun and well, the grandpa basically), the selfish upper-class, and the upper class pretending to be someone they are not. I would hope for a character arc for her, where she finally accepts who she is, and instead of denying her privilege use it for a better and more benevolent cause.
I would also say whoever is styling her isn't doing her any favors. I know the whole ribbon ponytail thing is a very 90s SK thing, but it just looks off on her. It doesn't make her look any likable either. I get they are trying to make her look younger, but they did so well with Hyun Min so why not give her the same treatment? Her sleek hair and suit in the first episode look more harmonious, and she looks less (for lack of a better word) air-headed. But I guess that's the point. I think dressing her in a more blue denim combo, with shorter hair would look better on her. Heck, a pair of glasses would be better than that pink ribbon.
Anyways, the point is I think there's always a time and place for romance. I didn't like the main romance in Search: WWW, I didn't want it in Again My Life, if there's a much tense and pressing main storyline I could do without the romance. But hey, that's why I skip them for now :)
But hey, a satisfying ending! Although, I kinda wish that the drama gave more time throughout the drama to establish what exactly made them "love" each other (or care I guess). In the end everyone just suddenly became nice that it seemed a bit unbelievable (esp Sekuhara...).
Also glad Riku realizes his place and leaves Ayako. Sorry not sorry buddy, but you're not the best s.o. material.
Can't wait for more Ayase Haruka (who is astonishingly beautiful in this drama, I'm saving all her pics on pinterest lol) and Takahashi Issei drama! And so glad that Ayase Haruka is back active again this year.
Yamaki is still as useless as ever
And I was wondering whether the revert to the original bodies are going to be portrayed well (since it must be hard to act out) but damn Takahashi Issei and Ayase Haruka nailed their performance here!
I wonder how everything's gonna play out in the end. Next week couldn't have come sooner!
At first I was intrigued by the story. Of course, Kahoko the ML is annoying but it makes sense character-wise since she is overprotected and sadly has pretty bad parents (one is controlling, one is passive and enabling the wife and Kahoko). I'm also curious on her progress on becoming an adult... despite mentally being 5, and trying to catch up to become 22. When I watch the first few episodes I thought for sure it would be focused on Kahoko.
Now this is where by episode 7 I dropped the drama. As the drama goes on, it starts to introduce the problems of the other family members. First it started with Ito's (her cousin) wrist problem, which then becomes a cycle of fights from the dad and mom to the aunt to the other aunt... you get the point. Although I get that the drama is trying to focus on family and family values, none of the family member's sub-story actually contributed to Kahoko's character development. It all ends with Kahoko saves the day, kumbaya everyone is happy, but Kahoko is still acting like a 5-year-old... because purity, innocence, good, yes? And what's worse, none of the family members (at least so far the dad, the mom, and the other aunts and uncles) changed! The dad is still passive, the mom is still controlling, and Kahoko is still a baby! Mugino (and even the grandma) keeps saying to Kahoko, "just focus on getting a job, leave your family alone", and that's what Kahoko should've done, but they presented it as if Kahoko trying to solve family problems is more important than solving her own problem!
As for the romance, I don't have any problem with the lack of skinship. I thought at first that it would be an interesting plot as after all, Mugino is the biggest contributor to Kahoko's mental development. But.... I got annoyed when suddenly the preview show that they want to get married (bcs grandma wants babies! Hooray to unplanned life decisions!). It would've been far more interesting if Kahoko learns what having an adult relationship is really like, and what it means to be a girlfriend. For instance, Mugino can (for once) tell Kahoko to stop making faces when she doesn't like something and instead face it like an adult (why does no one address this?). Instead the drama focused too much on the family drama (that I could care less about).
In a way, my frustration mostly stems from having acted like Kahoko before, so seeing her not grow and people around her not helping her either is stressful haha.
TL;DR Kahogo no Kahoko has a great plot that could've been executed better. If you like family drama, sure try to watch it. But if you're here to see a drama focused on the journey of a 22-year-old that acts (and thinks) like a kid trying to become an adult for herself? You might be disappointed. The drama would be excellent if it focuses solely on Kahoko, with Mugino as a supportive role, and also the dynamics of Kahoko with her mom and dad. It's still not a bad drama though, as imo the Takahata Mitsuki and Takeuchi Ryouma are great in their respective roles, so at least watch for the acting.