tsuyoi_hikari

7/10 - What a fun and entertaining drama. The first episode was kind of average but each episode definitely improved and by the time the drama reaches the end, it has become addicting. Jiro is amazing and Rainie is fantastic as well in their respective roles. The comedic scenes are played humorously & over-the-top on purpose but the emotional scenes are the real highlight of the drama. Most of it comes from Mars' relationship with his Mum and man, there are so many tears inducing scenes between the 2 of them. Jiro's crying scenes are not awkward thus it is actually a pleasure to watch those.

I like the fact that they use a lot of Jiro & Fahrenheit real footage/music videos/songs for this drama. It was kind of funny when they used Jiro's Tank MV but play Fahrenheit’s Lonely Ferris Wheels song for the music video. XD The nice surprise would be Jiro singing Fahrenheit’s Superb & Momo solo on stage and it really show here how he is born to be a star either in real life or in this drama -- his aura is overflowing.

I personally think the most perfect scene would be the ending song he sings to Momo at the end of his concert (Fahrenheit’s song 'Momo'). The lyrics totally portray their relationship to the core -- each of the lyrics fits perfectly like a glove. The lyrics 'You don't need to speak, I already understand your QUIET LOVE' leaves a deep impression to me. Because that is what exactly Momo is to Mars -- she didnt have to say anything but he understood her 'quiet & silent' love and he knew how much she loves him despite even when she didn’t say anything at all -- because her actions have always speak louder than words.

I personally think we should be worried lol! The previous director was so talented as it was the first time ever that I actually noticed great directing from a Kdramas (he also the ones who direct Memories of the Alhambra). The amount of foreshadowing, focused directing, clues were part of the storytelling which makes the whole script even more engaging.

But the real gem for this drama is the writer thus we should expect the same quality as the 1st season. :D

Yes, your comment about his character was spot on and correct! I'm confused on why so many people seemed to have misunderstood his character which takes away the the whole point of this drama. Its a medical condition that cant be reversed and this is a crime drama and not a fantasy ones thus he wont develop emotion to matter how much you want him to be. A psychopath can get angry, be charismatic, tender and lovely but it doesn't mean that they feel that emotion. They learn to show that emotion but they couldnt feel those emotion no matter how much they try.

For me, I honestly thought its breath of fresh air that this drama 'lack of emotion' as you put it (though for me, I feel all sorts of emotions watching it that I even feel sorry for the mastermind and the executor -- both are my faves after Shi Mok). Thus, it makes the drama stood out from the rest since you wont see stupid characters made stupid decision (due to being emotional) lol. Its simply a clever cat and mouse games with some really brilliant and intelligent script with minuscule details which you rarely find in other kdramas. But I understood what you mean and hopefully you will change this perception if you are willing to give this 2nd season a try. :D

It cant be wrong as medically, the part of his brain for emotion was removed when he was young -- thus it wont be possible for him to feel emotion since those nerve that cater that part was removed. If the writer intended for him to feel at the end, then this drama has becomes a fantasy drama instead as in real world, those thing cant be reverse.

Psychopath cant feel any empathy or emotion as well but they still be able to get angry just like Shi Mok in this drama. Dont confuse this two thing as it is different. I witness something like this in real life as well thus I can relate to what Shi Mok is as most his actions and behaviours are guided by moral and principles that he learned through life -- it doesnt mean that he can feel it but he learn to pretend to feel despite he may not feel anything at all.

There's no romance at all in the 1st season imo. It was friendship and not romance so I wonder why some people (not you of course) said there's romance implied.

I'm the opposite. While Shi Mok might be emotionless, Jo Seung Woo made this character so enigmatic that I feel everything for him while he as a character didnt feel anything -- thats the most magical thing about the drama for me.

I'm the biggest fan of this drama and will fight with anyone who disagree that this is the best scripted Kdrama ever existed in the history of kdramas (lol) but many people seemed to think he has emotion when its clearly shown in the drama that he did not. Some even thought he likes Eun Soo which he didnt. The emotion part of his brain is removed so there is no way that he could feel any emotion and being a great writer that she is, the writer keeps holding to this fact since that is the whole point of this drama -- a just character that wont be sway with anything either its money or power.

Shi Mok is guided by principle and moral thus his actions seemed just, good and appropriate but he doesnt have the ability to feel empathy or any types of emotions.

Shi Mok is emotionless because he doesnt have the ability to feel any emotion -- it was clearly shown in the drama that way. It is a condition that cannot be reverse after his brain surgery. What made him different is that he is guided by moral and principles (the things he learned from his surrounding but at the end of the day, he still isnt able to feel any emotion) thus his action may seemed normal and can be interpreted as someone with emotion when in reality, he isnt able to feel any of that. What made Yeo Jin different is that she is able to see behind all his facade and see him as a human and treat him as one despite his lack of emotion. That what set her apart from other people around Shi Mok.

It was clearly shown in the first season in the scene between Shi Mok and Eun Soo at his apartment. Eun Soo said something really insensitive and hurtful and while Shi Mok might not feel anything towards her statements, he knew that she wasn't supposed to say that and reminded her that she was insensitive to utter such words to him. This is because his action/judgement are guided by moral and principles despite he might not feel empathy towards anyone or anything.

Seriously, the only Kdrama that I'm waiting for after such a long long time. After teasing us with the 2nd season for 2 years, its finally here! I'm so excited! :D

I've been searching the song too! Apparently its not made in to a full song -- just a bit of Aki's hum. But it is such a beautiful song -- I really want to hear the full version of it. Reading your comment made me watch the movie again lol since I know the specific song you are talking about

I personally feel its the greatest love story ever told on TV. The leads went through heaven and earth for their love and the drama was addicting as hell. I totally understood the hype and get why this drama is the most watched TV drama in China. I think they gonna hold that spot for a very long time.

He didnt betray her. It was either her eyes or her life. He has to chose one and despite that, it hurt him so bad and he suffers all those years alone (while she forgets). And when they met again, he is just grateful to see her still alive and happy just for that even if she doesnt love him. That kind of selfless love was kind of rare thus I really appreciate his character lol

I personally feel that the story will really sucked you up starting when she went to heaven as a mortal (you will experience lots of heartache during this time). Then, the drama will never be the same again -- it will be super addicting from then on until the end.

The eyes scene is amaaaazing! I felt like both of them took it personally since the crying scenes look so real and raw. It was either her life or her eyes -- so I understood his decision and would do the same as well if I were in the same situation lol

I think he has resume filming for his new drama now after China has lifted the ban on drama filming due to Covid-19. I'm still waiting for his Misaeng drama to air though -- why it took so long is beyond me.

Yes, its a good start and followed by 10 Miles of Peach Blossom after that. :D

Why they will never star together again?

7.5/10 - An actual dream come true for them to shoot this movie for their 20th anniversary -- a very great present to superfan like me! *\o/* Both Koichi & Tsuyoshi still shines when they are together on screen. Tsuyo's long hair needs to go but he's still my most fave person in the whole world. ♥

Catch all the easter eggs (their Singles' titles since debut) which makes this movie even more interesting to watch.

8/10 - Very interesting story with very interesting and compelling characters. I love both Koichi & Tsuyoshi's characters here. ♥♥

9/10 - One of the most depressing dramas that I have ever seen but full of depth and cover a lots of disturbing society issues. Both Koichi & Tsuyoshi were really great in this roles. IMO, this is Koichi's best performance of his career.

8.5/10 - A great drama about friendship. The ending made me cry of happiness lol! Koichi & Tsuyoshi were always great when they are acting together and this drama is no exception.