Couldn't have been better
I'm not saying it lightly when I say that it couldn't have been better.Some people might complain that it's overly cringy, but that just means they don't get the show.
Yes, Thee acts very cringe sometimes, but the writers knew exactly what they were doing and how to make it actually funny and not painful to watch.
I'm usually not a big fan of cringe shows, but Me and Thee proves that, if it is well written enough, a cringe show can actually be very good and funny.
I love how it shows two people from very different backgrounds and with very different personalities, but their connection feels so natural.
Sometimes when the main characters are very different, the connection can sometimes feel made and not natural, but not here.
We see that even though Peach doesn't like how Thee uses his money to do everything, but he still gets this warm and happy look on his face because he understands Thee and the deep affection behind his actions.
Even though Thee grew up very sheltered and doesn't understand Peach's world, he tries his best to understand Peach and find out what brings him joy.
These two characters manages to love each other so deeply and so naturally even though they are so different.
The characters love each other for their personalities and not just for their looks.
In a lot of romantic shows the love feels lustful and intense, but here the love is romantic and soft. Even when the characters display lust, they still show deep affection for the other person.
Rome and Mok's story shows two people who clearly love's each other and knows that the other person loves them back, but can't be with each other due to circumstances. This is a fairly common trope, but they do it without the extreme amounts of hurt that usually comes with it. None of them feel the need to hurt the other to push them away, they just say that it isn't possible without all of the extra shenanigans.
If you have read this far and still not watched Me and Thee, what are you doing??? Go watch it now and thank me later
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Don't watch if you don't like police being useless and corrupt
If you come to watch this because of Johnny Huang, it's fair to warn you that his screentime is actually quite limited. Eric Wang, the antagonist, has much more screentime (70 percent more than Johnny). And Eric Wang really sucks in this role. If I were to count how many hours we get to watch nothing but Eric Wang sitting in his chair and contemplating and munching his mouth (give the man some lip moisturizer ffs) I'd say 10 mins per episode. In a 30 episode drama, well, you can count how much that amounts to.The beginning episodes are interesting and the first arc is watchable. We get a cop desperately committing suicide as a wake up call that the police aren't doing their job investigating murders and corruption occurring in the city of Hangzhou. (And to spoil: we don't really get any results from the police and they keep being corrupt and hampering investigation until the very last episode of the whole 30 episode run).
The Punishment was supposed to build on the tragedy of brothers turning on each other and becoming enemies. But actually we get only few immersive or touching moments. The most memorable moment is when Tianye makes the decision to not turn evidence to his brother Qin Feng (JH) but instead to use it to build a criminal enterprise of his own.
We get 3 arcs of different enemies and antagonists who Tianye outwits and removes from the chess board. A lot of what happens is the antagonists talking and fighting each other. As the police make zero progress in their investigations despite their huge sad sacrifices, the rich and corrupt money and power hungry criminals keep taking down each other. Tianye turns his village's livelihood and enterprise into a crime syndicate. But somehow Qin Feng seems pretty blind all of this (something that didn't go down well with me at all).
The Punishment is like a poor man's watered down version of the Knockout. There are many similarities (too many to mention) put pls watch The Knockout instead because it really is a masterpiece. The criminals in The Knockout are interesting characters, whereas in The Punishment they are just one dimensionally disgusting mostly (and we get to spend a lot of time with them).
What I liked most in the drama was Zhang Tong as Mai. An unwavering ex-cop who never really let's go of investigating the crimes that went unpunishned, without even being on the payroll. If you want to watch a better role from Johnny, I'd recommend Lost Identity. It's so much more suspense filled and serious. 6.5
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Why are these episodes a little masterpiece?
The originality of the concept. Abandoning the "kumiho dreams of becoming human" template is a stroke of genius. Yeon‑ho does not crave humanity, but she is forced to find it, and this creates a unique conflict.The chemistry of the actors. Kim Hye Yoon and Lomon are the perfect duo. Their interactions are full of energy: from snarky exchanges to moments of vulnerability.
The balance of genres. Fantasy, romance, comedy and drama are intertwined so harmoniously that not a single element outweighs it.
Attention to detail. From Yong‑ho's costumes to the symbols of the amulets, every element works for the atmosphere.
An intrigue without spoilers. The plot gives hints, but does not reveal all the cards, forcing you to guess.: what will happen next to the fate of the heroes?
The first two episodes of "No Tail To Tell" are a celebration for fans of high—quality fantasy. It has everything: charismatic characters, witty dialogues, a beautiful picture and a deep thought about what it means to be human. The drama doesn't just entertain — it makes you think, laugh and worry.
Final assessment: 10/10. An absolute hit that is worth watching for anyone who appreciates a creative approach to mythology and sparkling humor. Don't miss it!
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Review: No Tail to Tell (Episodes 1-2) A Sassy Start With Heart on the Horizon
If there's one takeaway from the first two episodes, it’s this: Kim Hye-yoon is a comedic force of nature. As a defiant, MZ gumiho, her character veers away from the traditional "mystical predator" trope to something far more refreshing and chaotic.
In the first two episodes, she carries the show with a nice blend of sassiness and quirkiness. I find her gumiho portrayal a breath of fresh air and somewhat relatable especially when she's using her powers to navigate small inconveniences, her "IDGAF" energy is hilarious!
• Her comedic timing is sharp, making her character’s arrogance feel more like a charming personality flaw than a villainous trait.
• Her character seems perfectly content being a bit of a menace, which makes for some of the funniest sequences in the drama so far.
Expectations:
While the first two episodes are heavy on the laughs, I really feel that Kim Hyeyoon is just getting started. She has a unique ability to peel back the layers of even the most abrasive characters to reveal a vulnerable core (think Kang Yeseo of Sky Castle).
Right now, we are enjoying the firecracker personality, but I believe (or am hoping) the seeds of a deeper story are being planted. I’m fully expecting that as the series progresses, Hyeyoon will inevitably bridge the gap between her character’s prickly exterior and the viewer’s heart. Her "flaws"—the selfishness, the defiance, the ego—will likely become the very things that make her eventual growth so moving.
In conclusion, the first two episodes are a high-energy introduction that proves Hyeyoon can lead a rom-com with her eyes closed. However, I am really excited for that moment she makes us cry just as hard as she’s currently making us laugh.
Note: It seems most of the mixed reviews/criticisms are currently geared towards the CGI and directing but I honestly am not that bothered by it so far so I have no comments on those aspects.
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Bad pacing......... over hyped....... unbelievable characters
I belong to those minority group that did not like " The first frost "....... let me explain why :1. the biggest show stoper for me was the FL..... many might criticize me but hear me out..... the fl faced may hardship in her life, but some of them could have been avoided if she had just faced them.... every time a problem occurred the first thing she did was run away.... most of the time I was frustrated because she never speaks out her problem, the show just shows that she is so miserable she cant say any thing..... there was so much build up up to episode 19 were the leads were finally able to behave like couple but then suddenly her uncle came back and started blackmailing her..... she initially showed some spine by warning them to not interfere with her life but then in the next episode she runs away without saying any thing to any one, even the ml...... so what was the point of everything..... the ml was miserable for those 6 months and she was trying to forget everything and move on in her life.... the show only focusses on portraying the fl as weak and miserable where as they should have also shown how she fought back her misery...... she was basically sheltered by the ml........ in her previous work place where her boss misbehaved her and the wife of boss slandered the fl, the fl was just standing still there listening to all the accusations without replaying any thing.....
2. the ML in a nutshell : a guy who helped fl endlessly but the fl dumped him ( with the excuse if she goes some where far away then her problems might stop ), after he got dumped by the fl he remained single for 8 years, after meeting the fl again after 8 years he again supported her but then got dumped again searched for fl for 6 months again....... this kind of person even for a story is unbelievable.... the ml was there in the show just to help the fl....
3. the pacing : the show has pacing issue but i watched the first 16 episodes at 1.5x speed.... the cinematography, music were great, but the show focused too much on the hardship of the fl rather than her fighting her problems.....
4. the chemistry : for me the chemistry between the ml and the fl was ok.... they had their sweet moments in some episodes which i felt wasn't enough ( especially if you are marketing the show saying romance genre)
It was just my personal opinion regarding the show.
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From Desert Isle to Center Stage
Castaway Diva follows Seo Mok Ha, a girl who dreams of becoming a singer. The story begins in Mok Ha’s high school days, where she endures abuse from her father. During this time, Mok-ha meets Ki Ho, a boy who is also suffering at the hands of an abusive parent. They form a bond and decide to run away together from their troubled home lives.However, Mok-ha’s journey takes a wild turn when she becomes stranded on a deserted island for 15 years. After a decade and a half, she is eventually rescued and returns to modern society, which sets the stage for her eventual pursuit of stardom.
What initially sounds like a classic tale of struggle and triumph is complicated by unexpected shifts in focus. Instead of keeping the story centered on Mok-ha’s rise to fame, Castaway Diva devotes a substantial amount of time to Ki-ho’s backstory and family issues. Mok-ha was supposed to be the main focus, but much of the narrative energy gets sidetracked.
Seo Mok-ha (Park Eun-bin) – Mok Ha is a resilient and sympathetic protagonist. She dreams of becoming an idol and remains kind-hearted despite the abuse she suffers. Park Eun Bn gives a strong performance, capturing Mok-ha’s vulnerability during her time on the island and her determination to fulfill her dreams.
Kang Bo Geol (Chae Jong-hyeop) – He is producer. His character is charming (Chae Jong-hyeop’s “puppy-face” acting helps) but his storyline turns out to be very heavy on melodrama. This means that Bo Geol storyline often overshadows Mok Ha’s own narrative. In some ways, Bo Geol struggles generate curiosity but they also distract from the main plot.
Yoon Ran-joo (Kim Hyo-jin) – Ran Joo is a top K-pop star whom Mok Ha admires. She has her own comeback storyline, the drama portrays her with nuance. Ran-joo is neither purely good nor bad but also human and fallible. I liked that her character had depth; for example, she shows doubt and also stands up for herself when needed.
The romance between Mok Ha and Bo Geol exists, but it is very understated. There is definitely chemistry between the two leads their friendship and feelings from childhood are still there but the show does not always give this relationship plenty of breathing room.
Much of their connection is based on what happened when they were kids. As adults they have a gentle lingering affection for each other but there are not many grand romantic moments as one might expect. In other words the romantic aspect feels more like a gentle undercurrent than a main focus.
Where the series really shines is the music. Mok Ha’s singing performances and the original songs in the soundtrack are enjoyable highlights. There is at least one song she sings that I found especially catchy and uplifting. While the score is not revolutionary it fits the mood well.
The show benefits greatly from its cast Park Eun bin as Mok Ha and Kim Hyo jin as Ran Joo deliver performances that keep you engaged. Many of the series best scenes involve Mok Ha’s determination and the heartfelt interactions between characters.
However I could not help but feel that the story sometimes lost its way. Too many episodes were devoted to side plots especially Bo Geol’s family drama at the expense of Mok Ha’s own storyline.
Because of that the narrative never quite delivers the purely inspirational idol story that one might have expected. Instead it leans heavily into melodrama.
So who might enjoy Castaway Diva If you are looking for a heartfelt melodrama with a female lead this show can be rewarding. It is particularly appealing if you like emotional backstories and a bit of idol life mixed together.
On the other hand if you were hoping for a straightforward female centric story about achieving pop stardom you might feel a bit underwhelmed.
All in all Castaway Diva was a decent watch with its share of highs and lows.
It was not an amazing series but it was not terrible either. The premise and performances are definitely interesting even if the execution is not always focused. If the idea of a young girl overcoming hardship to follow her dreams sounds appealing and you do not mind a plot that wanders through extra subplots you will likely find something to like here.
7.2/10
Thank you for reading my review:D
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Awful even for a soap opera
Things I hated1 Everything. The actresses were all terrible. The actors as well. There was no script, just a bunch of nonsensical and over the top scenes.
2 The antagonist of the FL, but at the end of the day, she was better than the heroines. I won't waste my time to writ more. Untalented actors and uninspired script create an unwatchable series.
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A masterful blending of fiction and history during the late Qing dynasty
"Legend of the Magnate" (大生意人) is the last drama that I completed in 2025 (December 27) and it wrapped up the year pretty well for me.The story is set during the late Qing dynasty, a time fraught with internal conflicts and pressures from foreign powers. It focuses on Gu Ping Yuan, a bright young scholar whose life is turned upside down when he is falsely accused of wrongdoing in the imperial civil service exam. This leads to his exile in Ning Gu Ta, a cold town in the frontiers of the Qing empire. He works his way up and after 5 years, he meets Li Qin, son of the rich businessman Li Wan Tang, who comes from the capital for a business deal. Soon after, Gu Ping Yuan escapes from Ning Gu Ta with the help of Chang Si Ye, Chang Yu Er and their horse caravan. As he readjusts to life outside and begins engaging in business, he meets many people such as a Mongol Prince, the heads of the rich families in Shan Xi and General Li Cheng, to name a few. He also reunites with his family and encounters challenging situations that test his resilience, business acumen and abilities.
STORY / PLOT 📚:
The story creatively intertwines fiction with the historical events in China at that time. It shows the growth of Gu Ping Yuan, from an exiled former scholar to a fast learner of business and politics with a heart to help the country, in the context of the late Qing dynasty where foreign powers had started to pressure the government into business deals with them. It also shows how politics and business affected and influenced each other. In the latter part of the drama, I like that the story shows the interactions and negotiations between Qing representatives and the Westerners.
The drama moves at a steady pace for the most part and one arc moves smoothly to the next one. However, I feel that they tried to pack too many stuff into the last few episodes, thus the happenings feel a bit rushed. Despite this, the show wraps up the ending quite well.
I like how Gu Ping Yuan was able to overcome challenges despite many trials, as things did not always go smoothly for him ~ from pawnshops and banks, growing Huizhou's tea industry, helping the people of Nantong get lower grain prices, and to fighting against foreign acquisition of the crucial salt trade. But he did not win alone as there were people who helped him along the way and he knows it.
Another thing that I really appreciate is how the drama team showed the change in Gu Ping Yuan and Bai Yi Mei's relationship. They did not use a convenient plot device such as killing off her character before Gu Ping Yuan returns to Shanjian village. Instead, they showed how she grows and unexpectedly finds her own love in Li Cheng, one of the generals in the southern rebellion. They did a good job in developing that subplot and connecting it to the overall story 👍.
As for Gu Ping Yuan's search for his missing father, it had been part of his quest in the story, and when it finally unraveled, I have mixed feelings on how it got resolved. Still, I think the drama team made the best out of it.
ACTING / CAST 🎭:
Chen Xiao was able to show the different sides of Gu Ping Yuan quite well - smart scholar, savvy businessman, loyal friend, devoted person and unwavering patriot. He nailed his expressions and mannerisms. He was able to inject humor in scenes where it's needed, e.g., with his brother Gu Ping Wen. I can't think of another actor as Gu Ping Yuan 💫.
The team made the right choice in casting Sun Qian as Chang Yu Er. She was able to show the different sides of Chang Yu Er ~ brave, straightforward, loyal and a great fighter, yet she has her vulnerable moments. She has rescued Gu Ping Yuan more than once. They complement each other.
Li Cheng is my favorite character in this drama! He does not appear in many episodes but he plays an important part in the overall story. Zhu Ya Wen convincingly portrayed the principled, stoic and yet warm-hearted general, who's had his fair share of hardships and is fighting injustice. He brought Li Cheng to life 👏. He's now one of the actors that I'm following.
Julia Xiang did a great job as Bai Yi Mei! This role effectively shows her range as an actress. She was able to portray the timid and smart young woman who, after unexpectedly finding the man she wants to be with for the rest of her life, made a brave decision to pursue this love despite the consequences. Her growth to become the strong wife of a general is truly believable and her character development is very solid 👍.
Luo Yi Zhou is righty cast as Li Qin, who is the heir of the wealthy merchant Li Wan Tang. He was able to show Li Qin's wits and his carefree, somewhat naive and competitive personality. He and Gu Ping Yuan are friends but also competitors. In the latter part, he was overcome by his anger and grief that led him to make impulsive choices. I got annoyed with him so I would say his acting was effective.
Su Zi Xuan is an astute woman with ample money, many connections and her own agenda. She's behind the scenes of many happenings and she's a gray character, because at times, you're not sure where she really stands. Li Chun fits the role, and her portrayal is good, though I wouldn't say it's exceptional.
The other cast members gave good performances and added to the positive watch experience.
OTHER THOUGHTS 🔮:
• Though romance is not the main theme of this drama, it's worth mentioning the love story of the two main couples. The romance between Gu Ping Yuan and Chang Yu Er grows over time and through many trials. It is the kind that is comfortable, reliable and a great partnership. They have good chemistry in that sense but I don't feel their fiery passion. On the other hand, the love between Li Cheng and Bai Yi Mei develops in a shorter time and also in difficult situations, but it is more passionate (you can feel it in their embrace, conversations and interactions, and the looks they give each other), heart-touching and unforgettable (刻骨铭心) ❤️. Although they don't appear in many episodes, their story line is significant.
• The location shoots and cinematography are excellent, especially scenes in Ning Gu Ta, the Mongolian plains and the tea plantations in Huizhou.
• I like the soundtrack and my favorite is the theme song "Wan Liang" (万两) , literally "Ten Thousand Taels", sung by Liu Yu Ning! It's upbeat and has rock elements.
FINAL VERDICT ⭐️: If you like a business-themed drama that blends fiction and history, with good story-telling, interesting characters and a dash of politics and romance, then I would definitely recommend this. I enjoyed it and it's a great drama to wrap up my 2025!
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Great sequel
I couldn't stay away for very long from season 2, because the season 1 ending was too good!I very much prefer shorter dramas when action is packed because you get gems like these. As others have been saying, Seo Bi was the savior here, loved to see how people could be cured although the ending... Also, I have to say I didn't like Chang's choice in the end but hopefully we'll get a third season. There are so many questions left unanswered, they have to get back to it!
Great acting, OST. My rewatch value is a bit lower because of the ending but overall, it's an amazing watch. Screenwriters, Netflix, please, don't abandon this. It deserves an ending!
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Disappointing more damp squib than Dynamite Kiss
I just finished this yesterday and boy was it a struggle. I had never seen either FL or ML in anything before - I found the ML's acting quite good and believable.. The FL may be a good actress but the character /direction wasn't great: hard for me to believe a 30 year old still sitting civil service exams for 5 years in any country... Found her quite self-centred in the first episode and after the 'dynamite kiss' (which really wasn't passionate at all even by K-drama standards) felt that the ML was totally more into her than she was ever into him (ready to sell that blue dress at the end for example). So difficult to believe in the romance.. Felt really sorry for the SFL who got a rough deal and the SML really wasn't playing fair.. Loved the Mother's working group and most of the cast were pretty good actors but the storyline which was completely chock-a-block with all the k-drama cliches let them down. Really didn't like the 'group dance' at the end and actually felt that the FL and ML dancing together showed how little chemistry there was between them.. Relative newbie to k-dramas and j-dramas but perhaps I've been spoilt by the FL/ML leads chemistry in 'My Demon' and 'Destined with you'. The poor working class heroine and the son of chaebol scenario was more wittily handled in "Business Proposal" which also had fewer episodes.Was this review helpful to you?
The Perfect Parody: The more dramas you watched the better this one gets
First off the drama has stellar casting, and not just for the leading roles. You can see the hard work and meticulous preparations that went into it in every plot point, every scene and shot. But soon you notice what's really going on.Every character name looks rather normal but they're all intentional and layered with references. Every emotional moment drags on just too long, making you laugh while you sob. Every costume has some tiny flaws like sewed on shawls, but fantastic fabric and beautiful design. Every song is just a bit too cheesy or silly but they're just so catchy! The fight scenes are so obviously filmed to look stereotypical as hell but they're just *so* cool. There are so many tiny intentional details like the FLs overdrawn lipstick or 'corpses' fluttering their eyelids.
This drama made me feel emotions I didn't even know I could have. I was annoyed, crying, laughing and cringing at the same time, watching the drama going through every cliché possible in the most absurd way. All while I could not stop being dragged into that world and fall in love with it and its characters, just like the FL.
The more dramas you have watched and the more you know about the language, sayings, memes, the better this one gets.
If you are in any shipping fandoms or write/read fanfictions, I literally can not recommend this enough, since you *will* be called out even harder!
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A well-made drama
The story is quiet refreshing and engaging to watch. I watched this drama as it dropped episode by episode and it felt a little disjointed so I rewatched it for that continuous feel, which made me appreciate it better.Many actors in this drama played their roles really well. The main leads, Gulinazha played Rong Shanbao really well and Huo Ming Hao as Lu Jianglai actually brought more life to those moments with Rong Shanbao with his micro-expressions. He is a really good actor and I enjoyed his acting.
The set and the costumes are well-thought of. The tea plantation scenery are very scenic and indeed.
There are even lessons about tea at the end of some episodes. As a non-chinese watcher, I learned something as well. Kudos.
Overall, I enjoyed this drama and would recommend it to others.
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I enjoyed it enough but could be better.
This is an updated review after rewatching the drama. I still think it could have been a lot better than it was but compared to the earlier review, I feel the scores here are more accurate. I felt that I'd given it a higher score than deserved but that was largely due to me watching it at a bad time. I think I can recommend the show to other now just don't expect a typical romcom.First, The Good:
The actors were good, especially the FL. I think they all played off each other really well, both the leads as well as the supporting cast.
The story sticks to the concept of "can this love be translated" right to the end and does a decent job of answering that question. I found the pacing to be good enough as well, especially in the first half.
The OST was beautiful. Typically, I find English heavy OST to be terrible, but this one was good. The score was beautiful as well, nothing felt out of place at all.
The story had a lot of unique beats, so it stays engaging enough to get you interested in the fate of the characters here.
Weakpoints:
The story progression felt rushed especially given the mental health theme. I'm not really a fan of the whole love healing every trauma since it always cheapens such issues. So that's my biggest issue with the plot in the drama. I think the mental health aspect of it could have been handle a lot better (how exactly? I'm not sure), but the condition portrayed in the drama is often hard to nail and I think that's where it failed to convince viewers. I would have loved a more show don't tell when it comes to the main theme of understanding each other's language. While the theme exploration was satisfactory in a sense, I feel they dropped the ball still. A better developed plot here would have been really beneficial, especially to the ML.
While the actors were good, I think the writing for most characters wasn't up to par. Only the FL and the uncle stood out in terms of performances (The uncle's is always great). Let's start with the ML. Of the roles I've seen him in, this was one of the weakest. I think the ML's character could have used more development. The character was bland and I think it shows in the performance as well. To be fair I do find a lot of lead roles to not really take advantage of or showcase an actor's range, especially ML, and that's why I really like the FL's role here.
Hiro's actor was also not given much to work with acting wise. I've seen him in other roles as well which have also not been as well written, so I don't know much of his capability to judge his acting, but the character did have interesting aspects. Perhaps my only qualm would be him not having more moments with the FL (and not using translation apps 😂)
I won't really mention the rest of the actors/characters
Character wise, the show could have done a lot better. I think FL was almost close to being one had that mental health reveal been handled better. But like a mentioned, a lot of the other characters seemed lacking. I think this is where the show suffers most (outside of a few issues with the main plot progression). To me, shows often stand out based on how strong the characters are, both supporting roles as well as the main.
I'll probably rewatch this in the future, because despite my ramblings, I liked it a lot more after the rewatch. So this is something I'd recommend, just don't expect too much like I did the first time.
THE EARLIER REVIEW (Spoilers)
These are just my random thoughts after finishing the show. I may update it later (or not)
The production and the OST are the highlights. I read a few comments about a lack of chemistry between the main actors and went in expecting that. It was true to a point but largely due to the writing decisions, but the moments they were allowed to just be, I think it was just fine if not great, including in the first episode.
I loved the cast; everyone played their parts perfectly. My favorite character is definitely the uncle. I'd have loved to see more of his interactions with the main lead.
Now, I enjoyed the show but there were quite a few issues. First, the conflict between the main leads wasn't executed well at all. Even the use of dissociative identity felt like a cop out. I disliked the sometimes-callous nature of the male lead. I don't think it was necessary for him to be written like that at all. Just easing his dialogue at points could have made for better moments overall. It created conflict to drag the show on, but I think the male lead (and the show) suffered for it. It will probably be a sticking point for many who watch the show. I guess that's my biggest gripe with the show.
Like most dramas, most elements were there for it to be truly brilliant, but it ultimately fell short due to a combination of editing choices, dialogue (I know the English subtitles were poor here as well) and repetition. I think the drama could have had the characters fall for each other later rather than having it happen early then introducing all the misunderstandings to fill out the runtime. This drama could have been shorter than it was given the route they chose.
I did like it enough to not regret watching it but not enough to be sure about recommending it. Weirdly, these are the kind of shows I like rewatching (Abyss and Extraordinary You are the other ones) despite finding them so frustrating in terms of lost potential.
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It was okay they played everything safe but definitely needed some extra work done on the plot
Where do I start the drama is good goofy and romantic the forced comedy was not the best and I didn’t like the fact that the leads didn’t face any real challenges during their time together even when the sister gave them up to the press they were unfazed by it and the FL was too perfect her beauty her smile her personality definitely needed some character development the and maybe the ML should have given a stronger reason to fall for the heroine .Was this review helpful to you?
Devastated
If you just want to admire Garvey Jin, or watch it as background noise while eating, you can give it a try. But for those looking for fresh plots and logical storylines. I wouldn't recommend it. Don't be stubborn like me.First of all, the actors are truly eye-candy Zhao Muyan is both alluring, her acting is on point, and her eye acting is amazing. Love the height difference between Garvey Jin and Zhao Muyan. The ambiguous tension between the two at the beginning is full of tension and definitely hooks you to keep watching. But! The plot...Wallahi we're finished.
The plot completely revolves around old tropes, offering zero novelty. I couldn't take it anymore and gave up halfway through. The plot is too formulaic and makes me lose my mind; even the good looks of the ML and FL and the initial chemistry couldn't save it in the later episodes. Dropped.
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