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Doctor X: Mafia in White is a medical drama starring Kim Ji Won, adapted from the Japanese version titled with the same name (except the Mafia part). Medical dramas have always intrigued me, the genre in general just captivates me. Doctor X is no different.

Both the Japanese and its Korean counterpart are good, and I was worried about the fact that this one is an adaptation - but I worried for nothing. Both the first episodes are very similar, but the character 'Doctor X' is vastly different.

Kim Ji Won plays her role brilliantly, she turns Doctor X into who she is, which is Gye Su Jeong. Gye Su Jeong is completely different from Daimon Michiko in terms of style and attitude. I like how this version didn't follow the character and story beat for beat, and instead is its own drama. The concept is still there, but they changed it for the 'better'. I do want to note that when I say that I don't mean the Japanese version is bad, in fact, its brilliant. I don't want to compare either, they both are great dramas that can stand alone as their own. I'd give it to the original for doing it first though.

Having a women centered drama is important, and Kim Ji Won is the perfect choice for this role. She delivers an intense performance, but is believable as this woman with amazing skill. Her confidence is earned, and it's beliebable because of the delivery of the actress.

This drama is interesting, and a good watch. So far it isn't anything 'amazing', but I'm amazed by how its got my attention span. I hope it becomes more intense with the story and tone for a good payoff all the way through. Maybe it will even get another season....