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Una storia leggera (ma non troppo),

come alcune volte non se ne vedono più. La storia di Unlucky Bae è di per sè molto semplice e tranquilla, e spesso credo che alla gente non vada bene. Io aspettavo con trepidazione il giovrdì per vedere quello che sarebbe successo nella puntata successiva e vi dire che sono overall contenta di quello che ho visto. Accetto che ci sono delle "criticità", nel senso che ci sono delle cose che potevano essere gestite meglio, come alcune cose della produzione e della promozione (anche se credo che questo non sia da imputare solo ed esclusivamente alla GMMTV) e la recitazione di Tham probabilmente andava affinata ancora un po' prima di essere messo sulla scena con un attore del calibro di Mac (che ha non so nemmeno quanti credits a suo nome e io me lo ricordo in He's Coming to Me) e attori com Aun (che recita attivamente dal 2020, sempre in maniera molto solida) e Stamp che comunque qualche credits in più lo ha; però la coppia è molto carina e sono convinta che questo sia stato solo l'inizio (un po' come per STGD che magari non ha avuto i numeri che volevano, ma sicuramente MarkOhm non hanno smesso di recitare assieme). Altro punto che secondo me poteva essere affinato è la storia di Aun Stamp: allora, non è che non mi siano piaciuti quando loro erano da soli, ma il personaggio di Mochi mi sembrava molto antipatico quando poi faceva robe contro il personaggio di Mac, mi sembrava che tutto quello che aveva costruito il personaggio cadesse, per poi essere ricostruito nella successiva scena con Aun. Io avrei un pelo toned down il suo personaggio e avrei fatto risolvere la questione fra di loro prima, per poi concentrarsi sulla storia diciamo singola di AunStamp, che di per sè era molto carina.
Per il resto (che sembra tanto quello che ho critica, ma in fin dei conti sono solo due cose), la storia mi è piaciuta e non vedo l'ora di rivedere queste coppie sul grande schermo.

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This drama is truly a beautiful story that touched my heart from beginning to end. ❤️🥹

LX is a wise, kind, and humble woman. Her life journey teaches us to cherish every day, be grateful for what we have, and treat others with kindness because life is simply too short.

Her years of hardships and losses are heartbreaking, yet her story reminds us to live life to the fullest and treasure the love we have.

This drama is more than just a story. It is a beautiful work of art that captures the beauty of life and the true value of love. 🤍✨

I highly recommend this drama! Every detail has been carefully crafted, from the production and cinematography to the beautiful background music. Every actor delivers an outstanding performance, bringing their characters to life in such a convincing and touching way.

In this day and age, it’s rare to find a drama with such a meaningful story and such exceptional quality. If you haven’t watched it yet, you’re truly missing out. This is a drama you might regret not watching! ❤️🥹

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just the first episode and enjoyed

so far I like the the series and all the characters the one thing I'm waiting for is them to bring the heat to the series give us those hot scenes that was in the trailer the one thing I can't stand so far about the series is how the main character acts with his brother I can't stand that at all why can't they just be brothers and get along and being more sensed together without tension. and why are we just getting with the boy because you don't like the brother seems a little crazy but I did like the episode and I enjoyed it waiting for more helping the story plays out right so I'm going to keep on watching and waiting for the build up in the storyline

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Ep.1-6 builds the romances, the rest is just melodrama ending with a lackluster happy ending

I watched the first 6 episodes & it was ok, but HEAVY on the family melodrama....but have found myself drawn back to it as I think : it's something to watch that I'm not that invested in so it will be easy to not want to binge watch it....
but as of Ep 6 one of the male leads is plotting something and using his girlfriend, bringing his sincerity about his feelings for her into question (is he using her to get to where he wants or is he playing a double game ? Does it matter as his actions still have the same affect either way.) The fact that it will hurt his naive girlfriend either way put a stink on the relationship no matter how it ends. The question is : Is the ending enough of a payoff to make up for the unpleasantness that will happen between Ep.6-16 ??
Having taken a peek at the end (before I started this) I can say : no- the "happy" ending is lackluster. There's not enough reward at the end to continue watching
The proof was in the fact that even with 2 very good looking male leads, I kept putting off watching more episodes, so finally I had to call it quits.

**************Spoilers***************
yes, both couples do get together

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A Chaebol Trope Romance where Big Frizzy Hair plays the Third Main Lead

It is the stereotypical rom com drama with the wealthy chaebol heir as the male lead who meets a wacky, unconventional female lead. They can't stand each other at first, but he needs her for his physical health so they enter into a contract for a 3-month period. Trying to keep this arrangement a secret from all, leads to all sorts of awkward situations, and of course throughout it all, they fall in love.

So why did I binge this 10-episode rom com? What made it so untypical amongst all of the typical Kdrama memes and cringey moments. A couple of things that really made it good.

1. The chemistry, especially the comedy, of the lead duo was outstanding. Both actors were made for slapstick, comic writing and they excelled at it. I stated in the headline that frizzy hair plays a third main lead. The FL's hair was such a frizzy mess, and added to the comedic element woven throughout the story. I laughed so many times at the absurdness of her hair.
2. The writing was outstanding. It was a rom com Kdrama that also poked fun of rom com Kdramas which was seen in funny moments throughout the show. Here is one example.
* Choi Minho popping up as the love interest when Bo Bae was writing and imagining the scene. Hilarious and so perfect to put him as the romantic lead!! And then, when he begins to lean in to kiss the FL, she stops, stating "Ugh, the slow motion kiss scene." How many times have I said that to the screen? It was a Kdrama making fun of Kdrama cliches, and I find this very entertaining and clever.
3. The cast was really good. I feel like they got the right actors in the right parts. Is Cha Woo Min destined to always play the third wheel? I just finished watching him in My Bias, My Boss. I enjoyed both of his performances.
4. The soundtrack was really good, but what really stood out was the laughtrack sounds. Whether is was a waah-waah sound, or a Zoinks moment, it made the scene even funnier. This drama really brought the funny, and it was enjoyable to watch and laugh along with it.

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Beautiful, imperfect story

8/10

I know some people may feel disappointed because this series doesn't give them the same feeling as Addicted 2016. But I think the comparison is a little unfair. Apart from the characters You Xi and Yang Meng, this is a different story, and I think it deserves to be appreciated for what it is.

What I love most about this series is how real it feels. This isn't another CEO romance trope. It's an original slice-of-life story about two adults approaching their 30s, dealing with their own responsibilities, fears, and struggles while trying to understand what they truly want in life.

You Xi's journey is heartbreaking. He goes from being a successful actor to losing almost everything. He was controlled by his agent for so long, always following instructions even when he didn't want to. What really makes his story meaningful is his decision to stop hiding who he is and what he wants. In the end, he finally chose himself, embraced who he truly was, and had the courage to let the world know the truth about himself. To me, that's really brave.

Yang Meng has his own struggles, too. He has responsibilities, his father's expectations, and society's judgment to deal with. His feelings aren't something he can easily accept, especially when loving another man means going against what others expect of him. Watching both of them struggle to accept themselves and find the courage to choose their own happiness is one of the most touching parts of this story.

The series has its heartbreaking moments, but it also has happiness, warmth, and sexual tension. The main couple's chemistry is wonderful. Even though there aren't that many kissing scenes, I was still invested in their relationship. They have a natural connection that makes their romance believable. I also think their real-life friendship may contribute to that chemistry.

The acting, background settings, plot, and music all kept me interested. I rarely watch a BL series without skipping some scenes, but this one managed to keep me watching. And the music... oh, the music! The inclusion of a Korean song was such a pleasant surprise for me.

Of course, the series isn't perfect. Some flashbacks feel repetitive and unnecessary, and I think certain situations could have been handled better because some moments don't feel quite right. There are also some emotional scenes that could have been more powerful. In particular, I felt that Chen Wen's performance in some of the heartbreaking scenes was a little lacking. I wanted to feel more of Yang Meng's sadness, but somehow, those moments didn't hit me as hard as I expected them to. The second couple's chemistry also felt a little weak to me. I think some parts of the story could have been developed further to make the characters' emotions and certain situations feel more convincing. Still, despite these flaws, the series has a story that genuinely touched me, and these shortcomings don't take away from what I love about it.

What makes this series beautiful to me is its message. Sometimes, we spend so much of our lives trying to meet other people's expectations that we forget to live for ourselves. You Xi and Yang Meng both have to learn to accept who they are and what they want, even when the world may not approve. Love is part of that journey, but so is learning to be honest with yourself.

I also appreciate that, despite what seems to be a limited budget, the series still managed to deliver a story that kept me emotionally invested. It may not be perfect, but it has heart.

I've loved both Fengsong and Chen Wen since Addicted in 2016, so I have to admit that I've waited a long time to see these two finally get to tell their own story together on screen. Seeing them in this series is already something special to me. But honestly, my affection for these two isn't the reason I'm giving this series such a high score. Being a fan may have made me more excited to watch it, but the story itself is what made me fall in love with this series. Even if different actors had played these characters, I believe I would still have loved this.

For me, this is a beautiful, imperfect story about love, courage, and learning to live as yourself. And sometimes, a story doesn't have to be flawless to leave a lasting impression. Wish to see Fengwen in more BL series.

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CUTE, FLUFFY ROMCOM

Something Different but Fun Drama✨️⚡️⚡️
Literally Watched this drama in one-go ,its like an normal fantasy drama has been dropped after long time... ✨️🎀
Never expected this drama to be this fun,romantic , fluffy and cute😍😚.
The actors did justice to the characters. Loved their chemistry... 💖💖
Totally Loved This Drama. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Totally Worth It To Watch.....❤️❤️
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Work Harder even if you won the Lottery

This is another office-related story, though without a love story, I enjoyed the dynamics between the characters:
1. Gong Eun Tae - a young excellent and dedicated employee who rose from the ranks leading Sales Team 5. His life may be monotonous, but an instant win from lottery somehow made him think differently. We can see his transformation from trying to meet the sales to being a truly team leader. He learned to value each person in his team and acknowledged that he won't be able to accomplish much without them.
2. Mr. Jung - his friend who led Team 4, eventually became their competitor. Despite of the loss with Hongseung, he still got a second chance. He remained a friend of Eun Tae.
3. Mr. Jang - even if he is Eun Tae's superior, they have this friendly relationship. Eun Tae still is respectful to him.
4. Mr. Yang - he may have triggered something in Eun Tae. It was good that with the help of Mr. Jang, they move Gong and Yang created some kind of tension in the office - a good one to make Hongseung fight against CGM.
5. Lee Ji Hye - I like that they have this character. Somehow, every team has a newbie, a contractual worker whose future may be unsure. Though Eun Tae wasn't able to secure her permanent position, something better opened up for her.

Winning the lottery didn't' change Eun Tae's attitude about work. What changed is his attitude towards the people he worked with. He learned to be a true team leader, an asset to the company which earned him a promotion. He said he can work like this even without money. He did not become lax just because he has something to fall back.

I think having these leads - Lee Jun Hyuk, Seo Hyeon Woo and Oh Dae Hwan - gave us the dynamics of men who strategize without using any force or violence (though there are scenes that may erupt into a violence). The look, the stare, the conversations have made their characters believable. Am not so much impressed with Park Bo Kyung in her portrayal as their manager. At first, I thought her character and that of Mr. Jang are at equal footing. Maybe because I might be thinking of a fiercer woman being in that position. Perhaps, we see a different side of Upper Management attitude - no power-tripping yet knows where they should stand according to the company structure.

There's just one question in mind - I wonder if in real life, those who win a lottery would have the same mindset as Gong Eun Tae?

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I WANT TO RIP MY HAIR OUT

This drama genuinely had everything going for it. The cinematography was great, the soundtrack was memorable, and Luke and Flora had incredible chemistry. I especially appreciated how physically affectionate they were with each other. Compared to many Asian romance dramas, their intimacy felt natural and believable, and it was refreshing to see a couple who actually seemed physically attracted to each other.

And that’s what makes this so frustrating. I was genuinely having so much fun watching this drama.

There were moments when I absolutely loved it. Whenever Luke and Flora were getting along, their chemistry was so good that I couldn’t stop watching. Their interactions felt natural, their romantic moments were genuinely enjoyable, and I kept thinking about how much I loved the show. But every time things started going well, another completely avoidable conflict would come along and ruin everything.

At first, I brushed it off. Relationships have problems, and conflict is an important part of storytelling. I figured they’d work through their issues, learn from their mistakes, and eventually become better partners. But it was almost like a wall gradually crumbling in the back of my mind. Every time Luke and Flora fought over something ridiculous, another piece would fall away. But I kept convincing myself that it would get better. They’d reconcile, the chemistry would return, and I’d remember why I enjoyed the drama so much. I’d think, “Okay, they’ve finally figured it out. It’ll be fine.”

And then they’d do the exact same thing again.

Eventually, I found myself wondering why I was even still watching.

My biggest issue is Luke. He’s genuinely one of the most frustrating male leads I’ve watched in a romance drama. Not because he’s flawed, but because he repeatedly refuses to acknowledge those flaws. He’s stubborn, condescending, and seemingly incapable of admitting when he’s wrong or genuinely considering Flora’s perspective.

During one of their earlier arguments, he repeatedly sent Flora flowers without telling her they were from him. She understandably assumed they were from someone else. Instead of simply communicating with her, apologizing, or taking responsibility for his actions, he somehow expected an anonymous romantic gesture to fix their relationship.

It’s such a ridiculously avoidable misunderstanding, and the show is filled with situations like this.

By episode 13, I had completely lost my patience. When Flora was standing in the parking lot, Luke’s response wasn’t to try to understand why she was upset or acknowledge his part in their conflict. Instead, he continued treating her decisions like something he had the right to challenge. After everything they’d been through, he still couldn’t communicate with her like an equal.

Flora isn’t without her problems either. Her tendency to accommodate everyone around her, even when it’s clearly hurting her, becomes increasingly frustrating. She struggles to stand up for herself and communicate directly, which only makes their already dysfunctional relationship more exhausting to watch.

And that’s the fundamental problem with this drama: the characters don’t seem to learn from their mistakes.

I don’t expect fictional relationships to be perfect. I don’t even mind toxic characters when their behavior serves a meaningful purpose in the story. But if you’re going to repeatedly put two characters through the same conflicts, there needs to be some kind of development. They need to acknowledge their mistakes, change their behavior, or at least demonstrate that their experiences have taught them something.

Instead, Luke and Flora seem trapped in an endless cycle of misunderstandings, arguments, reconciliations, and more misunderstandings.

What makes this especially disappointing is how enjoyable the drama becomes whenever they’re actually happy together. Their chemistry is genuinely excellent. The physical intimacy, playful interactions, and romantic moments were some of my favorite parts of the entire show.

But those moments gradually stopped feeling rewarding because I knew another argument was probably right around the corner.

A romance drama doesn’t need constant breakups and communication failures to remain interesting. There are countless ways to create meaningful conflict through careers, family expectations, personal insecurities, and external circumstances without repeatedly making the main characters behave irrationally.

I wanted to watch Luke and Flora navigate those challenges together. I wanted to see them gradually develop trust, learn to communicate, and become better partners.

Instead, I spent thirteen episodes watching two people with incredible chemistry repeatedly sabotage their own relationship.

And that’s what bothers me most. I didn’t start this drama expecting to hate it. I genuinely loved watching it for a while. Even as my frustration grew, I kept holding onto the hope that the writing would finally deliver on all that potential.

I didn’t suddenly stop enjoying this drama. It slowly wore down every reason I had to keep watching, until I realized the moments I loved were no longer worth sitting through everything else.

I wanted to watch two imperfect people learn how to love each other, not two people repeatedly demonstrate why they shouldn’t be together.

Also why the FUCK are u using ai scenes like China lock in oh my fucking god

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a nice one for a change...

aw, yes, all of us who have watched K-dramas for a considerable amount of time know all the chliques and scenes, and yes they were all in here, but for once in a longer while, the writers managed to make it a pleasant, classic rom-com- K-drama and I enjoyed watching it until the end.
Even though it was a fantasy storyline, it was thought through nicely and the story in that fantasy universe did make sense for a change.

I did enjoy the dynamics between the two leads, but I am biased of course as I like anything with Kim Young Kwang in it. I think he is a brillaint actor and one of the most versatile. And while I do think the dark roles suit him even better, he is able to pll off rom-com (like this here) or real drama (like 'call it love') easily as well.
I also liked the FL (whom I did not know before) and enjoyed her acting abilities.

The storyline is funny, cute, uplifting altogether, with that a slight pinch of drama and tragedy added, just the classical recipe which at least I enjoy when it's done properly.

It's not spectacular, it's not deep and prfound or aynthing, but it's a nice watch to get out of your daily routine.

If you like this classic rom-com style, give it a try.

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