It keeps getting better and better, se young looks really good and young for her age cuz I don’t feel the 6…
I have been seeing (read: crushing on) Bae In Hyuk since a long time but never really googled his age. I thought he must be leagues with actors like Jang Ki Yong, Yoo Seung Ho and idols like Jin, Chanyeol, Suga and in the age range of 29-32 years.
Never did I think he would be April 1998 - 25 year old. Say whaattt? 🫨🫨🫨 Like younger than Jungkook and Cha Eun Woo?
He looks really mature for his age - and that voice and face 💖🫰🏼💖
Girls don't want luxury items as gifts, they want choco pies and curling.
I personally feel the same - the best dates are amusement theme parks/arcade gaming and good food! And if you share desserts - that's the greenest flag 😎
well tbf they alway have English speakers speak like this for some reason. even the fluent and none fluent Koreans…
So I have a friend who is American, living in Korea since a very long time and is now an honorary citizen there. She is invited to SBS/MBC/KBS dramas to be part of the crowd actors/actresses scenes, where Westerners are needed in K-dramas.
I actually asked her this - and she said that it was done on purpose. Also, the actors here may not be full time actors, just like her. Like they might just ask someone to volunteer to deliver a few lines etc., someone can be asked from the same field too - and they read the lines on teleprompter (in that very typical odd accent cause they are asked to speak slowlyyy).
The real reason is unknown - but I can say the same for some Indian characters portrayed in American sitcoms. Kunal Nayyar for example in Big Bang Theory does not speak like Raj in real life, nor do Indians in general speak that way while nodding their head 😅 but that's how the stereotype has been and maybe done even today for comedic effect. 🤣 We can see the difference in shows like Never Have I Ever or other recent shows that are truly diverse.
I think both can either funny, annoying or both - but it is what it is 😂 More than actor's talent, it is probably the demand of the director etc.
I kinda hate what they did with Hae na's character. Its pretty low hanging fruit and unnecessary. The 2nd ML is…
So in terms of even her delulu romance towards Kang Tae Ha, I agree Ha Na is useless. Like there was just one instance (that was shown to us) and maybe more - but that is just a boss being fair/kind/sensible. She totally mis-constructed it in her head and is delulu. But yes, it is completely unnecessary. Like KTH and PYW have other set of issues, that can cause them to break apart. Ha Na is not even an ex- that can cause a rift between the two. So completely useless from that angle.
But I think she will play a role in terms of: 1 - Grandfather's schemes? There is something ongoing for sure. 2 - She just was a catalyst for last Ep 5-6 in the fashion show. Someone needed to ruin it, so that PYW could work and shine even in the face of issues. And in a way become more closer to KTH and Midam owner. 3 - This is my theory, but now that she has lost her footing with Grandfather and KTH, she may join the stepmother in her schemes. Stepmother may lure her by saying she will harm PYW only and not KTH. Ha Na may end up doing something, and in a way harm KTH too.
The second fl in this drama is sa wol and not hana. Can't really say tae min is the SML either. Taeha's secretary/bff…
Yes, I feel the same. Even the pairing is so...and we could have a third pair basis Ep 8.
Kang Tae Ha (ML) - Park Yeon Woo (FL) Secretary Hong (SML) - Sa Wol (SML)
Maybe: Tae Min can be considered TML - currently likes FL but may end up solo, or with Secretary Hong 's sister as she is interested in him. But too early to call her TFL.
Ep 7 & 8 - had a lot of cute moments and revelations about the past and present culprits. But it was a tad bit slow for me. And looks like the next episode will be as well.
Personally I like fast-paced stories (how the initial episodes were and think Mr Queen, Signal etc) so it could differ with others. But last few weeks I have praised this drama too much, and I hope I don't have to eat my own words of praises 🤣 and this drama does not mellow down but finishes on a high note, keeping the suspense and romance high! 🤞🏼
Lovely review! I am seeing this now in 2023 - and for the longest time I felt it was hyped (even the MDL rating is 9.1 atm)
But I gave it a chance and went headfirst and just finished binge-watching. I was left with a bit of mixed feelings and seeing so many reviews with 10 rating left me even more confused, as if I had missed something, Reading your review, am glad that someone else also thinks this is in the 8-rating range.
You are right until Ep 5, it is actually exciting, endearing to see the three boys' bromance/friendship. The later half felt rushed and tad bit confusing, leaving me to ponder why this is a 10/10 drama for so many.
10 for me is perfection, but this one while a massive binge watch as keeps you on the edge and memorable, it has some flaws and again I might think twice for watching Season 2, if it is on similar lines. Thanks again for the great review and sharing your perspective!
Found another one while watching Weak Hero Class 1 - Park Ji Hoon in this drama looks like a younger brother or distant relative of Ahn Hyo-seop... Anyone else think same?
I have questions about Lee Yeon as Baek Seong U (the first case offender). If you have finished the show - please…
1. I know the character is played by the actress who underwent a transformative journey for it. But in the drama wasn't the character Baek Seong U, a guy?
2. At end of episode 10, we see that Kim Hye Soo as Shim Eun Seok is presiding over another case. The defendant is a juvenile that is all tattooed up - and am not sure, but is it Baek Seong U?
Implying that he/she did not change her ways, and got even worse and hence standing for yet another trial?
I have questions about Lee Yeon as Baek Seong U (the first case offender). If you have finished the show - please let me know your thoughts (adding it under spoiler tag first comment)
Haha, sorry for the disappointment. I hope you give them a try, most of them are very calming dramas!
Oh not a disappointment - it is a compliment! Thank you for writing such a clever article - and yes, will definitely try and watch these dramas. Sometimes calm scenic on-screen frames is all we need!
Mystery Behind Cha Chung Hwa's role - Is she another supernatural character? Regarding Cha Chung Hwa's role as…
Could she be - FATE?
Reasons for me thinking this: 1/ She definitely knows more than she is shows 2/ Always talks in cryptic way/riddles 3/ Kind of giving hints to the main leads - and they are happening over time 4/ Fates in literature are described as - " In art, the Fates were originally portrayed as attractive women. However, in later forms of art, they started to be shown as older women with a serious demeanor and holding a spindle or the dice of fate, or sometimes writing down the fate of humans. In literature, they tended to be depicted as older women."
The above kind of fits the bill for Cha Chung Hwa's role depiction in this show. Though Fates are mainly depicted as 3 women, but The Three Fates developed from one singular Moira (Fate or Destiny) - so maybe this could be that.
5/ But since this is Korean show, she could also be Samsin halmeoni (Korean: 三神 할머니), the Grandmother Samsin, is the triple goddess of childbirth and fate in Korean mythology.
Overall, she definitely has a larger role to play, I feel and hope so, and not just nudge the characters like she is at the moment.
Especially now that in Ep7-8, our Demon is in critical condition, it definitely needs the work of Fate to help?
Mystery Behind Cha Chung Hwa's role - Is she another supernatural character?
Regarding Cha Chung Hwa's role as a homeless person - I first thought it is just a cameo, given how popular and amazing she is as an actress. This was when we first see her but over time I have a feeling she is not just a cameo, but serves a greater purpose.
What do others think? (Adding details under spoiler tag in first comment)
@DaliaB, This is such an amazingly put article! For a moment I thought MDL is actually collaborating with a travel agency 🤣 for us broke souls! But this is so beautifully drafted and am yet to see these dramas, so these scenic depictions are definitely a further temptation to watch! ❤️🔥
While I was watching My Lovely Liar I kept saying to myself this actor looks familiar but I never seen him in…
Oh you are at the amazing Ep 8! Well then do complete it and do share how you liked it. I don't want to spoil it but I had mixed feels about it at the end, I jotted it down in my review here: https://kisskh.at/profile/omo-omo-omo/reviews/305141
But I would love to know what others think too, it gives me perspective and who knows if I rewatch it - I will see what others liked/disliked/observed differently.
I can understand, work is hectic for all I am guessing - given the year end and incoming winter break! Hope your work schedule lightens up and you finish this drama soon!
I have seen and like the FL too - and Tale of Nokdu is one of my favorite shows. Am glad you liked it too!
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Never did I think he would be April 1998 - 25 year old. Say whaattt? 🫨🫨🫨
Like younger than Jungkook and Cha Eun Woo?
He looks really mature for his age - and that voice and face 💖🫰🏼💖
I actually asked her this - and she said that it was done on purpose. Also, the actors here may not be full time actors, just like her. Like they might just ask someone to volunteer to deliver a few lines etc., someone can be asked from the same field too - and they read the lines on teleprompter (in that very typical odd accent cause they are asked to speak slowlyyy).
The real reason is unknown - but I can say the same for some Indian characters portrayed in American sitcoms. Kunal Nayyar for example in Big Bang Theory does not speak like Raj in real life, nor do Indians in general speak that way while nodding their head 😅 but that's how the stereotype has been and maybe done even today for comedic effect. 🤣 We can see the difference in shows like Never Have I Ever or other recent shows that are truly diverse.
I think both can either funny, annoying or both - but it is what it is 😂
More than actor's talent, it is probably the demand of the director etc.
But I think she will play a role in terms of:
1 - Grandfather's schemes? There is something ongoing for sure.
2 - She just was a catalyst for last Ep 5-6 in the fashion show. Someone needed to ruin it, so that PYW could work and shine even in the face of issues. And in a way become more closer to KTH and Midam owner.
3 - This is my theory, but now that she has lost her footing with Grandfather and KTH, she may join the stepmother in her schemes. Stepmother may lure her by saying she will harm PYW only and not KTH. Ha Na may end up doing something, and in a way harm KTH too.
Kang Tae Ha (ML) - Park Yeon Woo (FL)
Secretary Hong (SML) - Sa Wol (SML)
Maybe: Tae Min can be considered TML - currently likes FL but may end up solo, or with Secretary Hong 's sister as she is interested in him. But too early to call her TFL.
The end will give us the winner of who was the most annoying delulu character.
#foodieVSdelulufan
But it was a tad bit slow for me. And looks like the next episode will be as well.
Personally I like fast-paced stories (how the initial episodes were and think Mr Queen, Signal etc) so it could differ with others. But last few weeks I have praised this drama too much, and I hope I don't have to eat my own words of praises 🤣 and this drama does not mellow down but finishes on a high note, keeping the suspense and romance high! 🤞🏼
Why do I feel he is getting typecast.... ☹️
I loved him in Love and Leashes, I hope he gets more roles as a romantic ML 🤞🏼💗
But I gave it a chance and went headfirst and just finished binge-watching. I was left with a bit of mixed feelings and seeing so many reviews with 10 rating left me even more confused, as if I had missed something, Reading your review, am glad that someone else also thinks this is in the 8-rating range.
You are right until Ep 5, it is actually exciting, endearing to see the three boys' bromance/friendship.
The later half felt rushed and tad bit confusing, leaving me to ponder why this is a 10/10 drama for so many.
10 for me is perfection, but this one while a massive binge watch as keeps you on the edge and memorable, it has some flaws and again I might think twice for watching Season 2, if it is on similar lines. Thanks again for the great review and sharing your perspective!
Park Ji Hoon in this drama looks like a younger brother or distant relative of Ahn Hyo-seop...
Anyone else think same?
[Edit] Adding in some pictures for the context. See post: https://kisskh.at/profile/omo-omo-omo/feeds/RoJLAUP
2. At end of episode 10, we see that Kim Hye Soo as Shim Eun Seok is presiding over another case. The defendant is a juvenile that is all tattooed up - and am not sure, but is it Baek Seong U?
Implying that he/she did not change her ways, and got even worse and hence standing for yet another trial?
If you have finished the show - please let me know your thoughts (adding it under spoiler tag first comment)
Thank you for writing such a clever article - and yes, will definitely try and watch these dramas. Sometimes calm scenic on-screen frames is all we need!
Reasons for me thinking this:
1/ She definitely knows more than she is shows
2/ Always talks in cryptic way/riddles
3/ Kind of giving hints to the main leads - and they are happening over time
4/ Fates in literature are described as - " In art, the Fates were originally portrayed as attractive women. However, in later forms of art, they started to be shown as older women with a serious demeanor and holding a spindle or the dice of fate, or sometimes writing down the fate of humans. In literature, they tended to be depicted as older women."
The above kind of fits the bill for Cha Chung Hwa's role depiction in this show. Though Fates are mainly depicted as 3 women, but The Three Fates developed from one singular Moira (Fate or Destiny) - so maybe this could be that.
5/ But since this is Korean show, she could also be Samsin halmeoni (Korean: 三神 할머니), the Grandmother Samsin, is the triple goddess of childbirth and fate in Korean mythology.
Overall, she definitely has a larger role to play, I feel and hope so, and not just nudge the characters like she is at the moment.
Especially now that in Ep7-8, our Demon is in critical condition, it definitely needs the work of Fate to help?
Regarding Cha Chung Hwa's role as a homeless person - I first thought it is just a cameo, given how popular and amazing she is as an actress. This was when we first see her but over time I have a feeling she is not just a cameo, but serves a greater purpose.
What do others think? (Adding details under spoiler tag in first comment)
This is such an amazingly put article! For a moment I thought MDL is actually collaborating with a travel agency 🤣 for us broke souls! But this is so beautifully drafted and am yet to see these dramas, so these scenic depictions are definitely a further temptation to watch! ❤️🔥
But I would love to know what others think too, it gives me perspective and who knows if I rewatch it - I will see what others liked/disliked/observed differently.
I can understand, work is hectic for all I am guessing - given the year end and incoming winter break! Hope your work schedule lightens up and you finish this drama soon!
I have seen and like the FL too - and Tale of Nokdu is one of my favorite shows. Am glad you liked it too!