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Dynamite Kiss, you had me!
It’s honestly insane how we got back to back good dramas this year, and Dynamite Kiss was one of those dramas that pulled me in almost immediately. WHEN I SAY THE CHEMISTRY AND ROMANCE BETWEEN THE LEADS WAS INSANE, trust me, it really was. I was just two episodes in and already hooked, and from there the drama kept building its momentum in the best way possible.
For a major part of its run, this genuinely felt like THE romcom of the year. It had everything - angst, comedy, romance, all hitting at their peak. It truly lived up to its name, “Dynamite Kiss.” The chemistry was explosive, addictive, and so well done that every romantic scene felt worth rewatching. This was the kind of drama where you don't want to overthink anything, you just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Jang Ki Yong and Ahn Eun Jin absolutely carried the show. Ki Yong was born to play a yearning role! He didn’t hold back even for a second, and every ounce of angst was delivered perfectly. And Ahn Eun Jin, as always, added so much depth, warmth, and sincerity to her character. Together, their chemistry was undeniable. This is the kind of drama that makes you rewatch scenes, then episodes, and then behind the scenes.
However, the drama isn't without its flaws. Towards the end, the writing started slipping. The final episodes, especially the last one, felt messy and overstuffed, almost like the writer decided to collect every possible drama trope and dump them all together. What disappointed me the most was how badly the second leads were wasted. The second female lead, in particular, had so much potential, but her character was reduced to being a simp till the very end. Even the second male lead stayed exactly the same throughout. Both of them had room to grow, to break out of that repetitive loop and become something more, but that growth never came.
And yet… was this still one of my favorite dramas of the year? Yes. Absolutely.
I know a lot of people were understandably disappointed by the last few episodes, and that criticism is completely valid. But for me, the chemistry between the main leads was so strong that it made up for a lot of the questionable plot choices towards the end. I will genuinely protect the main leads and the actors with my whole heart. They were adorable, they carried the emotional weight of the drama, and despite its flaws, I genuinely enjoyed watching the drama from start to finish.
It wasn’t perfect, but it was addictive, emotional, and memorable.
For a major part of its run, this genuinely felt like THE romcom of the year. It had everything - angst, comedy, romance, all hitting at their peak. It truly lived up to its name, “Dynamite Kiss.” The chemistry was explosive, addictive, and so well done that every romantic scene felt worth rewatching. This was the kind of drama where you don't want to overthink anything, you just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Jang Ki Yong and Ahn Eun Jin absolutely carried the show. Ki Yong was born to play a yearning role! He didn’t hold back even for a second, and every ounce of angst was delivered perfectly. And Ahn Eun Jin, as always, added so much depth, warmth, and sincerity to her character. Together, their chemistry was undeniable. This is the kind of drama that makes you rewatch scenes, then episodes, and then behind the scenes.
However, the drama isn't without its flaws. Towards the end, the writing started slipping. The final episodes, especially the last one, felt messy and overstuffed, almost like the writer decided to collect every possible drama trope and dump them all together. What disappointed me the most was how badly the second leads were wasted. The second female lead, in particular, had so much potential, but her character was reduced to being a simp till the very end. Even the second male lead stayed exactly the same throughout. Both of them had room to grow, to break out of that repetitive loop and become something more, but that growth never came.
And yet… was this still one of my favorite dramas of the year? Yes. Absolutely.
I know a lot of people were understandably disappointed by the last few episodes, and that criticism is completely valid. But for me, the chemistry between the main leads was so strong that it made up for a lot of the questionable plot choices towards the end. I will genuinely protect the main leads and the actors with my whole heart. They were adorable, they carried the emotional weight of the drama, and despite its flaws, I genuinely enjoyed watching the drama from start to finish.
It wasn’t perfect, but it was addictive, emotional, and memorable.
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