that's because it's not realistic and if you think that it is you don't know what friendship or to be friends…
Yes I also agree. It is a highly unpopular opinion but I don't believe that men and women can be very close friends without any romatic feelings. Casual friendship? Sure. Deep close best friends? No, only if they are gay. I made the experience that often men tend to fall in love with their female best friend...
So although I am always super annoyed with this trope I also know that it is close to reality.
8.3 is solid with almost 200,000 watchers listed, and ranked #27 in popularity. It means it's beloved by many.…
Hi thanks for replying. Tbh I consider 8.3 as a bad rating- in general I have observed that the rating in MDL is getting higher and higher in the last couple of years, especially if the cast is popular. Even the most poorest executed kdramas get a rating above 8.0. For example my dearest nemesis was such a bad drama (sorry if you maybe like it) and it is rated with 8.1, so not that far away from 8.3. There are other drama on this site from 2025 which are imo way too overrated... literally. That's why 8.3 feels for a creative and really well done drama like I am not a robot like an insult. And I am not generous with rating.
I loved the reconciliation between ML & FL. It seemed realistic the way he got angry and then they took some…
"It seemed realistic the way he got angry and then they took some time apart to think things through before they met again"
Yes, I totally agree! It was really refreshing to see once a main lead in a Korean drama who actually just needs time and brain to think about a misunderstanding just like a grown up. I really thought that Se Nas child hood friend would talk sense to him, but I am glad the script writers didn't go down this trope... it was La Ik himself who approached Se Na once again and tried to reconcile.
I'm kind of curious what the numbers are? Like do you know what % of their earnings come from non-Korean viewers?
I don't have any numbers but I am pretty sure that is is more than enough.... especially after the success of Squid Game Netflix started to invest more in SK amd opened more moboe studios. At least 60 % of Netflix viewers watch Korean dramas.
Thanks for your review. I agree and really appreciate that you are not afraid to talk about such an unpopular opinion...
I also consider PBY as really overrated actress who profits from her former role in Strong Girl Do Bong Soon and all those people hyping her acting- I really wonder if those users know what good acting is. Her acting range is always the same. At the beginning I thought: "wow this role is quite challenging" but as soon as Mi Ri started throwing tantrums as an 30 years old I was really taken back...
Well but the most baffling fact is that even their mother didn't who was who although there was such an obvious difference... I still didn't get why they changed their roles since they aren't that close anymore.
Trailer looks nice but it is really frustrating that Korean channels never care enough about international fans to put eng sub... they are profiting so much from western viewern, gain tons of money but rely on fan subs.
Very well written review, I wholeheartedly agree. Everyone is praising Park Bo Young but I didn't think that acting was that well... especially you could easily recognise each twin. That's why it was even more baffling for me that no close person - neither mother nor ex boyfriend- could differ them.
I know many identical twins even though some of them have same appearance you can differ them- there are some little details which you wouldn't miss if you observe them closely.
In general a really toxic atmosphere with unlikeable characters and unrealistic plot.
Currently at ep 3 and the twins are really hard to like. Mi Rae is really unsympathetic and also Mi Ji was a sweet heart at the beginning she is also turning more and more into a difficult FL. Really childish and insufferable. The actress is trying hard to let her a look cute but this is an 30 years old woman who is acting like a spoilt brat. Ho Su is really a nice person and I don't like how she is treating him...
Just continuing for their teenage versions which are doing a fantastic job.
Finally done with this. I'd say it deserves an 8.5. The writing is pretty weak and the ending felt a little rushed…
Yes I also liked it. Regarding the chemistry issues I agree. I think it is because of the age gap. Here is felt like she is the noona while in king the land lee jun ho is at the same age and both actors seemed to be on par
Lol, what's wrong with the reviews here? The top reviewers are acting like the drama is absolutely awful, when it was perfectly solid. Or is that directed at Yoon Ah? I'm not a fan of hers, but I keep noticing how biased MDL users are towards her.
Anyone who loves food, sageuk series, and romance will enjoy this. The food scenes were especially great—I'd love to see the making-of! The story, acting and pacing were good. The characters were neither black and white unlike it is often the case in Korean romcoms and I appreciated it. The king was a ruthless crazy tyrann and did many unmorally things but then again this was during Josein-times- deep dark mid age. I was particularly impressed by the actor playing ML—super young, usually only in supporting roles, but he delivered a good performance here for such challenging role (many action scenes, romantic scenes, scenes in which he had to be crazy and having anger issues...). Acting could still be polished for more versatile facial expressions but he is young and has much potential for improvement. Yoon Ah played her role as a very experienced, excellent and self confident cook who knows the though life in gastronomy and especially high cuisine well. She is not that strong at acting since the played characters are often similar but this role she nailed it.
Things that bothered me: 1. Too many CGI or AI effects. The action scenes, in particular, felt more like Western series to me. But that's often the problem with dramas on Netflix... 2. FL never looked 27; she was definitely over 30 with that mature appearance and behaviour. That makes sense for a Michelin-starred chef with so much expertise. I wish they had just made it clear that she was older than the king. The age difference was more than obvious. 3. I didn't buy that she loved him, but I did believe he loved her. The chemistry was okayish. Both suited their respective role but I don't think together in a romantic relationship. Maybe more romantic scenes would have helped.
Overall, recommended, especially if you enjoy good food. I give it 8/10 stars.
It's totally true. For example, 6 days ago a woman who repeatedly visited the home of BTS member Jung Kook and…
I thought maybe this terrible behaviour was prevalent ages ago when cancel culture and such things were more ongoing.... but those cases happened not that long ago :/
Since weekend is way too long I am rewatching the already released episodes and I am wondering...
if the depiction of (sassaeng) fans in Korea is realistic? I am not into Kpop and so I wonder if obsessed Kpop fans are really that horrible? Breaking into the house of celebrities, assaulting them, seeing them as their possession, spreading rumours, don't allowing them romantic relationships etc. Anyone into kpop fan fulture and can confirm it? Or is just exaggerated for the drama? I just heard that Kpop entertainment is general really hard since some famous kpop stars did suicide.
I do hope they keep this dark and real and not sugar coat the reality of the Korean entertainment industry. It…
"Her suits are just amazing." Yes I agree her outfits are always so classy without being too exaggerated or being dolled up like it is often the case with korean actresses. Especially her brown pants in episode 6 look so nice.
I just saw the first couple of minutes- it seems to be promisingand hilarious. I will wait till there are more eps, otherwise watching be really stressful.
I remember the actress from "Queen of tears". I almost didn't recognise her because she looks so thin and fragile here and her eyes stand too much out.... hope the actress is ok.
And it is kinda funny that everyone is scared of the ML here because of his physique- I think his build was much more impressive in "Her private life". 😅 Maybe for Korean standards he looks scary but a large impressive build I associate more with actors like The Rock.
Thank you. EXACTLY THIS. 💯 And I know WE know how good Se Na is, but Ra Ik has been so hurt by so many people…
Thank you for agreeing.🙏 "So, some stalkers can hide their true nature VERY well. For all he knows, Se Na is just REALLY good at pretending." Yes this is a really important aspect! I am also always really impressed how good the poker face of Se Na works when she is in her lawyer-state. Being a good lier makes her deception even more shocking for La Ik.
So although I am always super annoyed with this trope I also know that it is close to reality.
Yes, I totally agree! It was really refreshing to see once a main lead in a Korean drama who actually just needs time and brain to think about a misunderstanding just like a grown up. I really thought that Se Nas child hood friend would talk sense to him, but I am glad the script writers didn't go down this trope... it was La Ik himself who approached Se Na once again and tried to reconcile.
https://edition.cnn.com/2023/04/24/media/netflix-south-korea-investment-intl-hnk
I also consider PBY as really overrated actress who profits from her former role in Strong Girl Do Bong Soon and all those people hyping her acting- I really wonder if those users know what good acting is. Her acting range is always the same. At the beginning I thought: "wow this role is quite challenging" but as soon as Mi Ri started throwing tantrums as an 30 years old I was really taken back...
Well but the most baffling fact is that even their mother didn't who was who although there was such an obvious difference... I still didn't get why they changed their roles since they aren't that close anymore.
Weird drama, I really don't get the hype.
I know many identical twins even though some of them have same appearance you can differ them- there are some little details which you wouldn't miss if you observe them closely.
In general a really toxic atmosphere with unlikeable characters and unrealistic plot.
Just continuing for their teenage versions which are doing a fantastic job.
I think it is because of the age gap. Here is felt like she is the noona while in king the land lee jun ho is at the same age and both actors seemed to be on par
Anyone who loves food, sageuk series, and romance will enjoy this. The food scenes were especially great—I'd love to see the making-of! The story, acting and pacing were good. The characters were neither black and white unlike it is often the case in Korean romcoms and I appreciated it. The king was a ruthless crazy tyrann and did many unmorally things but then again this was during Josein-times- deep dark mid age. I was particularly impressed by the actor playing ML—super young, usually only in supporting roles, but he delivered a good performance here for such challenging role (many action scenes, romantic scenes, scenes in which he had to be crazy and having anger issues...). Acting could still be polished for more versatile facial expressions but he is young and has much potential for improvement. Yoon Ah played her role as a very experienced, excellent and self confident cook who knows the though life in gastronomy and especially high cuisine well. She is not that strong at acting since the played characters are often similar but this role she nailed it.
Things that bothered me:
1. Too many CGI or AI effects. The action scenes, in particular, felt more like Western series to me. But that's often the problem with dramas on Netflix...
2. FL never looked 27; she was definitely over 30 with that mature appearance and behaviour. That makes sense for a Michelin-starred chef with so much expertise. I wish they had just made it clear that she was older than the king. The age difference was more than obvious.
3. I didn't buy that she loved him, but I did believe he loved her. The chemistry was okayish. Both suited their respective role but I don't think together in a romantic relationship. Maybe more romantic scenes would have helped.
Overall, recommended, especially if you enjoy good food. I give it 8/10 stars.
if the depiction of (sassaeng) fans in Korea is realistic? I am not into Kpop and so I wonder if obsessed Kpop fans are really that horrible? Breaking into the house of celebrities, assaulting them, seeing them as their possession, spreading rumours, don't allowing them romantic relationships etc. Anyone into kpop fan fulture and can confirm it? Or is just exaggerated for the drama? I just heard that Kpop entertainment is general really hard since some famous kpop stars did suicide.
I remember the actress from "Queen of tears". I almost didn't recognise her because she looks so thin and fragile here and her eyes stand too much out.... hope the actress is ok.
And it is kinda funny that everyone is scared of the ML here because of his physique- I think his build was much more impressive in "Her private life". 😅 Maybe for Korean standards he looks scary but a large impressive build I associate more with actors like The Rock.