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This was surprisingly a delightful, heartwarming, and fun watch. They clearly didn’t have a big budget for this web series, but honestly, they did really well with what they had.

I want to give major praise to the writing, it’s tight and purposeful. Everything that gets introduced, no matter how small, ends up being relevant to the plot. Nothing feels random or unnecessary. From the episode titles to little things like the photocard, sticker, and candy, each one played a role in moving the story forward and connecting the characters in some way.

The story itself is super enjoyable. It follows Thunder Boys, a nugu K-pop group that disbanded five years ago after losing a member in an accident. Now, they’ve come back together to run a mart. They hit a few bumps along the way but get through it together, with the help of Yerim, the senior part-timer who’s been working at Boram Mart for seven years.

The main characters are easy to root for, and even the villain is cartoonish in a fun way, easy to dislike, but he eventually gets his moment of growth and asks for forgiveness, which gives his arc a nice sense of closure.

I really loved the dynamics within the group. Each member has their own distinct personality, age, and background, but somehow they mesh perfectly. Sure, they bicker a lot, but one thing they all agree on: the maknae is absolutely adorable and must be protected at all costs!

The premise is simple, the episodes are short, and watching them face challenges and grow together was genuinely fun. It’s a great pick for when you want something lighthearted, easy to follow, and full of heart. Definitely binge-worthy.