Watch the show - But just for the second leads next door!!!
Love Next Door started off strong with its realistic portrayal of burnout, sickness, family struggles, particularly the pressure faced by the eldest child—especially when she’s a girl. It really hit home for me, as I could relate to the cultural expectations and emotional weight that comes with those roles. FL is someone who constantly strives to be perfect for her parents, never allowing herself to make mistakes or ask for help even when she's sick, pushing herself to a breaking point, that really felt seeing my own reflection in this aspect of her. But it lost it's charm along the way for me.
What I loved : *SECOND LEADS*. A strong female second lead and such a supporting soul male second lead. Their storyline had depth and the slow-burn friendship to romance? Goals. I was more invested in their story than the main leads, not even gonna lie. Throw in the adorable kid, and you get a heartwarming mix that makes you smile every time they’re on screen. Chef's kiss.
What really sucked : The show did lose some of its charm in the later episodes. The constant arguments felt forced, and I found myself fast-forwarding through parts just to get to the good stuff. The emotional investment in the show started to wane. Also, I just couldn’t vibe with FL’s mom—her character felt a bit too frustrating and hard to connect with.
Overall, Love Next Door had a solid start, and the second leads were the highlight of the show for me. But unfortunately, the later episodes took a toll on my enjoyment. It’s definitely worth the watch if you’re in it for the childhood bffs to lovers troupe, slow-burn relationship, discovering your dream and family dynamics, but don’t expect the charm to hold up throughout. It has it's highs and lows.
What I loved : *SECOND LEADS*. A strong female second lead and such a supporting soul male second lead. Their storyline had depth and the slow-burn friendship to romance? Goals. I was more invested in their story than the main leads, not even gonna lie. Throw in the adorable kid, and you get a heartwarming mix that makes you smile every time they’re on screen. Chef's kiss.
What really sucked : The show did lose some of its charm in the later episodes. The constant arguments felt forced, and I found myself fast-forwarding through parts just to get to the good stuff. The emotional investment in the show started to wane. Also, I just couldn’t vibe with FL’s mom—her character felt a bit too frustrating and hard to connect with.
Overall, Love Next Door had a solid start, and the second leads were the highlight of the show for me. But unfortunately, the later episodes took a toll on my enjoyment. It’s definitely worth the watch if you’re in it for the childhood bffs to lovers troupe, slow-burn relationship, discovering your dream and family dynamics, but don’t expect the charm to hold up throughout. It has it's highs and lows.
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