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The plot is one of my favorite things about this drama. It’s interesting, well-developed, and actually keeps you curious about what is going to happen next. I love how the story gradually reveals more details instead of giving everything away immediately. There are emotional moments, funny moments, and plenty of scenes that make you want to immediately watch the next episode.
The characters are also really enjoyable. Their personalities make the story feel much more alive, and I love seeing how their relationships develop throughout the drama. The chemistry between the cast is another reason why I’m so invested. Some scenes had me smiling like an idiot while others had me completely stressed out. 😭😂
And THE ACTORS??? HELLO??? SO HANDSOME. 😭❤️ I’m genuinely struggling to focus on the storyline sometimes because everyone looks ridiculously good. The styling and costumes make them look even better, and thankfully the acting is just as enjoyable as the visuals. They really bring their characters to life and make the emotional scenes feel believable.
I also love the overall atmosphere of the drama. The visuals, costumes, music, and setting all work together so nicely, creating a world that is really easy to get immersed in.
Overall, Goddess Bless You to Death is absolutely peak for me. The story is good, the plot is well-developed, the characters are interesting, and the cast is BEAUTIFUL. 😭❤️ It has everything I want in a drama, and I’m genuinely having such a good time watching it.
Definitely one to add to your watchlist! 🥹✨
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PEAK SHOW MUST WATCH
Khemjira is SO GOOD! 😭❤️ This drama has me completely hooked. From the storyline to the characters, everything comes together so well, and every episode makes me want to keep watching. It has that perfect combination of mystery, romance, emotions, and suspense that makes it really easy to get invested in the story.I especially love how well-developed the plot is. The story doesn’t feel like it’s rushing from one event to another. Instead, it takes its time to build the world, introduce the characters, and slowly reveal more of the story. There are so many moments that make you curious about what is going to happen next, and I love trying to figure things out along with the characters.
The characters are another huge reason why I’m enjoying this drama so much. Their relationships and interactions feel meaningful, and you can really see their development throughout the story. The emotional scenes hit harder because there is enough buildup behind them.
And honestly… THE ACTORS. 😭😭 They are SO HANDSOME. Like, excuse me??? How am I supposed to concentrate on the plot when everyone looks this good? 😂❤️ The cast is not only visually stunning, but they also bring so much personality and emotion to their roles. Their chemistry makes the drama even more enjoyable to watch.
I also really love the atmosphere of Khemjira. The cinematography, styling, music, and overall mood fit the story beautifully. It creates this mysterious and immersive feeling that keeps pulling me further into the drama.
Overall, Khemjira is definitely peak for me. The plot is good, the story is well-developed, the characters are interesting, and the actors are ridiculously handsome. 😂❤️ It’s the kind of drama where you start watching one episode and suddenly realize you’ve been completely consumed by it.
Definitely worth watching if you love a good story with mystery, emotions, romance, and a very handsome cast! 🥹❤️
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PEAK SHOW MUST WATCH
Thee is honestly SO GOOD! 😭 This drama completely pulled me in from the beginning. The story is really interesting, and I love how well-developed the plot is. It doesn’t feel rushed, and each episode gives you something that makes you want to keep watching. The storyline is engaging, with enough twists, emotions, and character development to keep things exciting.One of the biggest things I love about Thee is the way the characters are written. They don’t feel flat or one-dimensional, and you can really see their personalities and relationships develop as the story progresses. The emotional moments hit harder because the drama actually takes the time to build up the characters and their connections.
And of course… THE ACTORS. 😭❤️ They are SO HANDSOME. The visuals in this drama are seriously on another level. Every time they appear on screen, I’m like, okay, I understand why I’m watching this. 😂 But thankfully, it’s not just pretty faces—the acting is really enjoyable too. The cast does such a good job bringing their characters to life, and their chemistry makes the drama even more fun to watch.
I also really like the overall atmosphere and production. Everything feels polished, from the cinematography to the styling and the way the scenes are put together. It makes the whole drama feel even more immersive.
Overall, Thee is definitely a drama worth watching. The plot is good, the story is well-developed, the characters are interesting, and the actors are ridiculously handsome. 😂❤️ It has everything I want in a drama: a good storyline, attractive cast, emotional moments, and enough excitement to keep me invested.
Definitely another peak drama for me. I’m enjoying every episode and honestly don’t want it to end! 🥹❤️
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PEAK SHOW MUST WATCH
Coroner’s Diary is seriously SO GOOD! This drama is honestly peak entertainment from start to finish. I went in expecting a decent historical mystery, but it completely exceeded my expectations. The plot is interesting, well-developed, and actually takes its time building the story instead of rushing through everything. Every case feels connected, and I really enjoyed watching the characters slowly uncover the truth.One of my favorite things about this drama is how well the story balances mystery, investigation, emotion, and character development. There are plenty of moments that make you curious about what will happen next, and the twists keep the drama from becoming boring. The plot is well-paced and easy to get invested in, while still giving the characters enough room to develop naturally.
And honestly… THE ACTORS. 😭 They are so handsome! Everyone looks absolutely amazing in their costumes, and the visuals alone are enough reason to keep watching. But thankfully, it’s not just about the visuals because the acting is genuinely good too. The cast really brings their characters to life, and their chemistry makes the story even more enjoyable to watch.
I also really appreciate the atmosphere of the drama. The historical setting, costumes, investigation scenes, and overall cinematography create such a beautiful and immersive world. It has that perfect combination of serious moments and entertaining scenes, so it never feels too heavy.
Overall, Coroner’s Diary is definitely a drama I would recommend if you enjoy historical mysteries, clever investigations, attractive actors, and a plot that is actually well-written and well-developed. It’s the kind of drama that makes you say “just one more episode” and suddenly realize you’ve watched half the series. 😂
Definitely a must-watch for me! ❤️
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Masterpiece of Historical Romance ,Perfect Blend of Politics, Chemistry & Character Growth
The Prisoner of Beauty is hands down one of the best historical Chinese dramas of 2025, and it deserves every bit of the praise it has received. This drama exceeded all my expectations and left me completely obsessed from start to finish. My only regret is that I watched this drama so late I wish I had discovered it sooner because it truly deserves all the hype it got.Song Zuer and Liu Yuning have incredible on screen chemistry that feels natural and earned. Their slow-burn romance develops beautifully without relying on toxic tropes, unnecessary misunderstandings, or forced love triangles. The way their relationship evolves from wariness to mutual respect to deep love is portrayed with such nuance and warmth. Their interactions are filled with humor, tenderness, and genuine emotional depth.
Both Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao are well written characters with real depth. Xiao Qiao is clever, resilient, and politically savvy without being unrealistic. Wei Shao is fierce yet kind, showing vulnerability beneath his tough exterior. What I appreciated most is that both characters grow individually and together, learning to trust and support each other while maintaining their own identities.
This drama masterfully balances romance, political intrigue, comedy, and action. The political plotlines are engaging without being confusing, the romantic moments are swoon worthy without being cheesy, and the comedic relief feels organic rather than forced. There's not a single boring episode – every scene serves a purpose and keeps you invested.
The cinematography, costumes, makeup, and set designs are absolutely breathtaking. Every frame looks like a painting, and the attention to historical detail is impressive. The wedding scenes alone are worth the watch they're visually stunning and emotionally powerful.
The supporting characters are equally well developed and portrayed. From Wei Yan to Madame Xu, every character feels three dimensional with their own motivations and arcs. The actor playing the prince's cousin deserves special mention for delivering a particularly memorable performance.
In a landscape filled with toxic romances, this drama stands out for portraying a healthy, communicative relationship. The leads talk through their problems, respect each other's boundaries, and work as a team. Their partnership feels like a true alliance built on trust and mutual admiration.
With 36 episodes, the pacing is tight and purposeful. There's no unnecessary dragging of plotlines or repetitive content. Each episode advances the story meaningfully, whether through character development, political maneuvering, or romantic progression.
The OST perfectly complements every emotional beat of the drama. The background score enhances tense political scenes and tender romantic moments alike, making the viewing experience even more immersive.
The Prisoner of Beauty is a must watch for anyone who loves historical dramas, romance, or simply quality storytelling. It's the kind of drama that stays with you long after the final episode, leaving you with warmth and satisfaction. The combination of stellar performances, beautiful production, engaging plot, and genuine emotional resonance makes this a 10/10 masterpiece that I would happily rewatch multiple times.
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Zhan Zhao reminds me of the Hong Kong wuxia dramas of the 1970s. If you enjoy kung fu and sword fighting, this drama certainly delivers. The action scenes are well choreographed, and there are plenty of them.
The story begins when an old friend of Zhan Zhao is captured and tortured. Before dying, he entrusts Zhan Zhao with an important item—something supposedly powerful enough to shake the dynasty and even dethrone the emperor.
Sent by the Emperor and Prince Hui to investigate, Zhan Zhao is seriously wounded and rescued by Huo Ling Long and Bai Yu Tang. Ling Long is the only daughter of Ling Long Villa who has run away from an arranged marriage engineered by Prince Xiang Yang. Bai Yu Tang, nicknamed the “Rat”, is impulsive, cunning and one of five sworn brothers from an island.
The three become unlikely allies in an investigation that keeps producing new mysteries.
First: What is the mysterious item, and why is it so important?
Then: Who is trying to kill Zhan Zhao—and why?
Next: Who framed Bai Yu Tang’s brother?
And finally: What secret is the Huo family hiding, and why are they being forced to honour Ling Long’s arranged marriage?
Rather than one central mystery, the drama gives us one after another. The ultimate question becomes: How are they all connected?
Special credit goes to Chen Yu Zhe as Chang Hong Bi. He is immensely likeable, with a natural charm and a strong performance to match. I hope this is the beginning of a great acting career for him.
Allen Fang, as usual, brings that cheeky charm that makes him so entertaining to watch. And of course, being good-looking and a fine actor certainly helps!
Unfortunately, the pacing is uneven. Some episodes move so slowly that I found myself wandering off to do other things. Pacing is an art: too slow and the audience gets bored; too fast and the story has no time to develop the characters and emotions properly. Zhan Zhao occasionally struggles to find that balance.
There are also some frustrating moments.
Zhan Zhao repeatedly avoids killing people who are quite enthusiastically trying to kill him. He hits them just hard enough to stop them. I understand that he is a constable and reluctant to kill—but when you are surrounded by armed assassins intent on murdering you, surely self-defence allows a little more enthusiasm? I found his restraint rather difficult to swallow.
Then come the wonderfully questionable bits.
There are strange poisons that kill you—but somehow do not quite kill you. There are antidotes that work—but somehow do not quite work either.
My biggest laugh was the cultivation technique that apparently can only be practised by women—and can be used to locate gold mines. Isn't that what geologists were for? Apparently, I have underestimated the versatility of martial arts cultivation.😂
And how exactly did Zhan Zhao kill the mastermind? He was holding a sword, yet suddenly the man was killed by a dart. Where did that dart come from?
Even better, characters who appeared to have died during the final mission suddenly turned up alive, with hardly any explanation of how they survived. It felt like another awkward attempt to reverse a tragic ending in favour of the almost compulsory happy ending.
Beneath all the wuxia action, however, the drama does raise some interesting themes. When justice cannot be obtained through legitimate means, people may turn to revenge instead. This is particularly relevant to the criminal underworld, where seeking official justice may expose their own crimes.
Another recurring lesson is the danger of keeping secrets. Again and again, characters hide important information, creating misunderstandings and preventing others from helping them. As so often happens in dramas, half the trouble might have disappeared if everyone had simply talked to one another.
Although this drama features some of my favourite actors, including Allen Fang and Yang Yang, I still cannot bring myself to rank it among my highest-rated dramas.
Overall, I was torn between an 8 and 8.5—somewhere between “above average” and “good” on my rating scale. As usual, generosity won, so 8.5 it is!
Although enjoyable, Zhan Zhao also makes me think I need to revisit my rating system. These days, even well-made dramas often recycle familiar plots and old tropes. Perhaps being “good” is no longer quite enough to deserve the same score it once did.
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Awareness
There are disclaimers in the very beginning of the series. People are so sensitive about the truth in real life. These stories are to spread awareness that this happens to real people. I love how brave this series is to show that thai gl isn't just about rainbows. Morally gray characters exist. I love how the acting shows what the characters feel without dialogue.Was this review helpful to you?
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Try It And You Won’t Be Disappointed
Your usual Korean revenge makjang soap opera. You should really only watch it and commit if you love this genre, otherwise you’ll disappoint yourself. The show doesn’t do anything new, but it does it really well.The first half is extremely well done. We don’t even get a major incident until episode ten or so because the writers did a great job building up the tension and making you feel really sad for the grieving family.
Another great thing about this drama are the characters and their relationships with each other. I cared much more about the side characters than the main ones. Kang Seung Woo (the FL brother) has a great arc and I was always excited to see him on screen. Hwang Na Ra (the younger sister) has a good redeeming arc. Kim Do Hee (the ML sister) is a character I really like as well. The only downside is that when their arcs are over, they quietly get less screen time. This happened to Do Yu Gyeong (FL best friend).
After a while, around the halfway mark, the storylines start to loop around in circles. When the good guys get a win, the bad guys reset it back to normal the next episode as if nothing happened. For a specific example, the female villain loses her job because of what the good guys did, but then she is still hanging around the company because she was hired by a temp agency to continue working for the company… Yes, that seriously happens. There are very little consequences for the bad guys as it seems they get away with everything until the last ten episodes.
Some parts of the literal story also don’t make much sense. It feels like the writers will pull out random plot points just for the sake of surprise and twists. Designer L and DH Holdings are some of them. Also the ML is a doctor surgeon but that concept gets thrown out about halfway because it didn’t transfer over to a company about interior design. I understand why they ignored his doctor background, but still could’ve been better if they thought of that beforehand.
Lastly, since the focus is on the family and their relationships, there is very little room to have characters that are a part of YL Group. The company is just a backdrop and we learn nothing about the company. This isn’t a bad thing because we can focus on the families. However, it does make a lot of the company conflicts and issues very confusing and underwhelming. (It just seems like YL Group is always trying to secure money and investments).
It also feels strange that even though the bad guys do get a taste of their own medicine, the good guys get away with committing those same crimes? And that’s okay? I don’t think that sends a good message.
And the ending? Don’t worry. It’s worth it.
Overall, there are lots of great characters and they all have their moments. It was a great experience. Despite my issues, I would still recommend this show. Check it out!
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This is light compared to western shows
The story is so realistic in so many aspects that makes me feel goosebumps. I feel like thai gl shouldn't be minimize to green flags because we are delighted to those since those are pretty RARE in real life and we feel disturbed by the scenes here because it happens in reality. I watched way worse things in philippine television and mostly western shows this is nothing.Was this review helpful to you?
Why?
Great actors. Entertaining, sexy. Script -problematic.I’m not sure I understood these characters, their relationship and how they became capable of making a game out of hurting others. Not sure I believed in their love, inescapable because unobtainable?
Supposedly both were promising scholars in their youth. The FL got stuck in an arranged marriage (a no-show to a runaway rendezvous in their youth). The charming first love ML becomes a womanizer with a confusing connection to the emperor.
I watched hoping this lifelong bond would redeem them. Not so. Same with several other relationships: failures. No love conquering here. Scoundrel might have been a good title choice.
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will stand the test of time
I had neither read the french novel nor seen any of the film adaptations. So I watched this as a standalone piece.Time will tell, but I think it is a solid show, worth watching and very memorable. It is a very sad show, but if you love kdrama sadness is one of the requirements.
This is not the French novel, although literacy is still a wonderful part of the show. It is not a romance either.
The plot is about emotions and memories.
A boy falls in love with a wildly intelligent girl cousin. She dominates him, plays literary games with him and then gives him up when she is married off. He never, ever gets over her. He never matures. And when he actually comes face-to-face with his love, who has also been fantasizing about him all these years, she manipulates him into another game. A selfish, stupid. callous game. But they are now grownups and actions have consequences.
The acting is phenomenal -- within 2 episodes the emotional premises of the show were clear as day.
The costumes and lighting echo Jang Ok Jung -- resonating themes.
The obsessive fugues of baroque music are broken up by some pansori and a very bucolic soundscape.
That constant background of barnyard noise, mainly mooing cows. oddly makes the s** scenes much less shocking.
And there is a lot of fooling around, mostly in flashbacks.
Son Hye Jin's character, Lady Cho, is older, a married but childless woman running a silk business. She seems to be suffocating. The interweave of the flashbacks from her brilliant teenage past with her current intense frustration is incredibly sad. When Cho Won is near her she begins to glow, as if the years peel back. But the pansori singer in the final scenes has a lot to say about old beans that will never sprout.
Ji Chang Wook's character, Cho Won, is an investigative advisor to the king. Heart-broken after Lady Cho marries, he becomes a seducer of women, distracted as a dragonfly. JCW plays him in a precise and delicate way as a man always at the edge of desperation. His life is actually ruined by the consequences of the wager that Lady Cho pressures him into making.
The wager is horrific. JCW is expected to share all the details of a planned seduction with Lady Cho, give written proof that the deed is done, all this so that he will be rewarded by a night with Lady Cho. He chooses as his target a widow living across the way from Lady Cho. She is being pressured psychologically to commit suicide as a 'virtuous woman'.
Nana's character, the widow HuiYeon, is a secret Catholic, so that although Lady Cho keeps suggesting that she kill herself, she shows much more resilience than one would expect.
In fact although the action of deceiving the King could have resulted in a lot of damage, it is contained and limited to the two main protagonists. Cho Won's life is destroyed and Lady Cho loses him forever.
Call me crazy but I think this will be a good rewatch.
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boring? or just not toxic
Loved this drama, I think it balances well the reality of Korean corporative life and a little bit of rom-com added; Ive seen not many people liked the slow pace of the series and the lack of twists and turns but actually that´s what I liked the most. Even though we can have some creative critiques like: who is Si-woo outside the relationship? he had a great personality development in the confines of the relationship, but it would have been good to know him better before Ji-yoon, also Ji-yoon really make us work hard to be patient because she can make some rash and cuestionable decisions. Also why did Jae-in suddenly decide to go to Senegal? it would have been great to see a little bit more of brainstorming from his part. Overall I loved the office characters, liked how some of them were explained to have dreams, or reasons to there actions. With the divorce part, it is actually what I disliked the most, but I can see it´s a peak to the reality of Korea, harsh but true.In the end, I liked it even though it had some rough patches in the story, and even though it became "boring", I think it´s just not toxic like many other dramas.
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MANIAC COUPLE ?
I’ve loved WilliamEst since ThamePo, and honestly, my journey with Est started even earlier with LBC. I already knew he was an incredible actor because of the way he brings his characters to life and delivers their emotions so naturally. Then i met William as Est’s official partner, and i was genuinely happy and proud because my baby finally had someone by his side.William is incredibly talented too, both in acting and singing. What amazes me is how well he handles everything he does. He’s so good at his work, and watching him grow has made me admire him even more.
What makes WilliamEst special to me is that their chemistry works both on-screen and off-screen. They have their own unique dynamic and way of expressing their relationship, so even when they’re just singing or going live together, i can already find myself crying because they’re just so beautiful to watch.
When I watched ThamePo, i could already see how strong their chemistry was. I think that chemistry was one of the things that made ThamePo so memorable and loved by so many people, and i personally loved them so much in it. So when William chose the script for You Maniac and Est agreed to take it on with him, i was really curious about what they would do with a completely different kind of story.
And You Maniac is VERY different from their previous roles.
We’re used to seeing ThamePo in softer relationships, green flags, gentle characters, and people who are careful with each other. But DeanMoth are a completely different experience. They’re hotter, messier, more complicated, and full of red flags. There’s love bombing, manipulation, physical attraction, ego, and so many emotional layers underneath it all.
And that’s exactly why i find them so interesting.
I don’t just want to know whether Dean and Moth will end up together. I want to understand WHY they became like this. What happened to Dean? What makes Moth react the way he does? What are they actually looking for in each other? And can two people who started their relationship this way eventually understand each other beyond physical attraction?
What makes it even more impressive is how natural WilliamEst feel in this series. Sometimes it genuinely doesn’t feel like I’m watching them act. Their interactions feel so effortless, almost like we’re watching a real relationship unfold in front of us. And knowing that they communicate with each other about the scenes they’re doing makes me appreciate their performances even more. They clearly put a lot of thought into how their characters interact.
EP.4 especially made me appreciate the writer even more. I love all the little details in the way the story portrays their intimacy and everything leading up to it. Nothing feels like it was added randomly. WilliamEst took those details and delivered them with so much emotion and chemistry that i could actually feel the tension through the screen.
Now, Moth.
My baby is someone who rejects love and doesn’t really want a relationship with anyone, yet he agrees to be with Dean partly to get away from his friend Dr. Pan. And somehow, Dean becomes the person he chooses... maybe because he’s attracted to him, but I think there’s already something deeper slowly developing underneath that.
Moth is beautiful, stubborn, introverted, childish, clingy, and not very good at expressing his emotions. Sometimes he doesn’t even seem to understand what he’s feeling himself. But honestly, that’s what makes him so interesting to me. Watching someone who refuses to let people into his heart slowly soften because of Dean? I’m obsessed.
And then there’s Dean.
Dean is handsome, outgoing, stubborn, and has a huge ego. He tends to go along with what his friends want, but at the same time, he can be caring and attentive toward the people around him. He seems to enjoy physical relationships without necessarily wanting them to become something deeper, and beneath all of that confidence, there’s clearly a sense of loneliness.
But honestly, this is still just my personal interpretation of Dean.
Even after EP.4, i still don’t completely understand him. We’ve been given hints about his loneliness, but i feel like there are still so many pieces missing. I don’t want to make assumptions about him yet because i think the next episodes will reveal much more about who Dean really is and why he behaves the way he does.
And THAT is why i’m so excited for what comes next.
They’ve already gone a whole week without contact, and now they’re finally going to meet again. Their relationship has only just begun, and somehow i already feel like we’ve barely scratched the surface of their story.
There are still six episodes left, and i genuinely have no idea what DeanMoth is going to throw at us next.
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Love it
Absolute cinema, the music is so good and the acting had improved so much. The budget is budgeting , the plot is plotting and the cast is insane but we need more ryupat , not THAT happy to see ker here but whatever. We love auausave, ryujinPAT and james , they’re serving hard in this show. Waiting for the next ep!!Was this review helpful to you?
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In my opinion, this is a really great drama. Even though it's based on the difficult subject of illness and is a real tearjerker, that blends perfectly with the many comedic elements. Personally, I never felt bored, and nothing dragged.I'll start with the main couple, Tak Dong Gyeong and Kim Sa Ram. I love them. I liked everything about them: the initial hatred, then growing to like each other without losing the teasing dynamic. Their love was something you watched either with a smile on your face or with tears you just couldn't stop. The way they supported each other and how both were willing to sacrifice themselves for the other was beautiful. But in the end, fate won ;). On top of that, they had wonderful chemistry on screen. My only question: WHERE'S THE WEDDING? They talked about it so much, and in the end I never got to see it. What a cruel twist! Staying on the subject of Kim Sa Ram himself, I loved his character from the very beginning. His jealousy (especially of the young prince) deserves a special mention, as it amused me immensely. The divine elements were great too.
As for Tak Dong Gyeong's illness storyline, I can't count how many times I cried while watching. In my opinion, it was handled very well. However, I have one complaint. I don't really understand the part about her sudden recovery. Maybe I'm just dumb, but the way I understood it, he "sacrificed" himself in exchange for her not bringing about the apocalypse. So why did she recover? Not that I'm complaining, I just don't get it. Should I just chalk it up to a miracle?
Now I'll move on to the love triangle of Na Ji Na, Cha Ju Ik, and Lee Hyeon Gyu. I thought it was very interesting, and I think it could have been even better (though I don't know exactly how; maybe I was hoping for more jealousy from Cha Ju Ik, or more confusion on Na Ji Na's part and a slight conflict with Cha Ju Ik?). Anyway, I was team Cha Ju Ik, so I'm glad she chose him. He was a much more interesting character, and the two of them had insanely good chemistry (which at times, with a better script, would have been even more wow). The stage where they got into a relationship could definitely have been handled better, and I feel their story lost the most there. Plus, I still can't get over the fact that he never explained to her that in the past he was the one who wrote messages to her in Lee Hyeon Gyu's place, even though at one point, while texting with him, she wondered why he kept repeating that one phrase, the very one he had used back then when writing on Lee Hyeon Gyu's behalf. Lee Hyeon Gyu himself wasn't that terrible either, but he was still a big kid who put his ego above her. So I'm glad that this time true love won out over a first crush.
I'll stay on the guys' relationship for a bit, because maybe I'm being dumb again and it was mentioned during the drama and I just didn't remember it, but I still don't fully understand the relationship between the two guys. Why did they live together? Why did they have some kind of mentor-trainee relationship? Which, by the way, was extremely strange, because supposedly they were friends, but it was a peculiar kind of friendship.
Now I'll move on to the character of So Nyeo Sin. Overall she's an interesting character, because sometimes she does something and you think she's a good person, and other times she does something and you think she's the villain. The biggest oddity after finishing this drama is that I still don't know whether I should like her or not :'D. She's a bit like a character with bipolar disorder. At first she helps and supports the relationship, then she completely sabotages it, only to go back to the first mode again. Her motivations are never fully explained, though I think that once the flower started to grow, she understood where the story was heading, and she didn't want to lose it, which is where those moves came from.
I also want to talk about Tak Dong Gyeong's family, because they were all simply wonderful characters. Especially her younger brother Tak Seon Gyeong, whom I truly adored. He made me laugh many times, and I also liked his development over the course of the episodes. On the other side of the spectrum is her aunt, Kang Su Ja. I'm singling her out because I admired her strength, along with her pain, which the actress portrayed brilliantly and which struck a chord in my heart.
A bonus mention from me goes to Kevin, or more precisely his English-Korean conversations with others, in which nobody understood each other and everyone was talking about something different. I loved those scenes. Do I have a lame sense of humor? Maybe, but it won me over.
Finally, I saved the character of Jung Seung Jun, her doctor, for last. I'm looking for a conspiracy theory here, but was he just an ordinary doctor? He was the only one, besides her, who could recognize Kim Sa Ram to some extent. And this fact still doesn't give me peace.
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