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My Sweet Mobster
1 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
16 of 16 episodes seen
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Overall 7.0
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 5.5
Music 3.0
Rewatch Value 3.0
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Just an ok drama

I didn’t read the reviews for this drama like I usually do. Overall, it was okay. Unlike most people, I actually liked the plot, and I really liked the male lead’s voice. What I didn’t like was that the male and female leads were supposed to be in their 30s, but when it came to romance, they acted like they were 12. It was very much “oh, we touched, oh no, what do we do?” It was hard to believe, especially for the male lead, that someone in their 30s would have never had any kind of intimate or romantic experience.
I also understood why the female lead got fired. Personally, she came across as a ditz and extremely dumb. I wouldn’t even call her childish — she just seemed clueless. She reminded me of someone who doesn’t pick up on social cues or understand how to behave around people.
Overall, it was just okay. I wouldn’t watch it again.

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Show Premeditation
1 people found this review helpful
by Bijou
Jan 12, 2026
60 of 60 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.0
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 3.0
Rewatch Value 4.5
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If they explain ML motive, i would give this rate more higher!

I watch this since i want to see Han Yutong with other male leads than Zeng Hui. I was happy to watch this even there is zero romance in this drama. FL character is quite consistent for seeking her sister justice and never swayed by hot man baddie.

The ending was quite powerful and screaming woman rules the world.

Cao Tian Kai was perfect as antagonist (I watch his other antagonist role and quite enjoy it)
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Fu Ren Rao Ming, Ji Zong Zai Ye Bu Zhuang Qiong
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by Bijou
Jan 12, 2026
66 of 66 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.0
Story 5.0
Acting/Cast 6.0
Music 4.5
Rewatch Value 5.0

Plot was created by deadliner.

This is my first watch for Wang Nan-Peng Dai Dai works, Personally i quite like their acting in here, but this drama trimmed the duration and make the pace is too fast. The chemistry is okay-ish to watch and the comedy part are help for hinder the deadliner-plot wise. The Hidden Identity part are too repetitive in here.

Recommended for Wang Nan-Peng Dai Dai CP fans.
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I Told Sunset about You
1 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
5 of 5 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

CINEMA!!!

girl.. ts altered my brain chemistry when i watched it back in 2020. i love this so much it’s so beautifully executed, and the chemsitry and acting from the leads omg peak. too bad season 2 exists…
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Descendants of the Sun
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Jan 12, 2026
16 of 16 episodes seen
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Overall 2.5
Story 3.0
Acting/Cast 2.5
Music 2.0
Rewatch Value 2.0
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Spoilers in 7th & 9th *paragraph

I don't understand why this show is praised so much.

I recently read 2 articles that promote 2016 as the best year for KDramas; this show is usually in the Top 2. It is often credited for helping start Hallyu streaming influence. This show was expected to impress since all of the internet glows at the mention of the title. So I have to ask, "who is threatening you and forcing you to praise it? Blink twice if you're in danger."

Acting and story are the main culprits for this trash heap going up in flames.

The acting was flat. I can't name one actress who gave a worthwhile performance. A few of the boys had impressionable moments... just a few. It was as if they plucked this cast from the waiting line at a soap opera audition and said, "while you're waiting...?" The acting felt so performative; they never acted past the camera, to the fictional world, but right at the camera. Chemistry was nonexistant in both lead couples (and you don't have to tell me about the Song couple, I know). Chemistry among the 2 teams (medical and military) was lacking. The doctors, while at the UN medical camp, never gave me anything to root for. Why did I feel I'd rather see a poverty stricken village doctor then the likes of this foreign medical team.

Quick sidenote: costumes. Whose idea was it to have our female lead where only skirts and blouses while on a volunteer medical mission trip? Everyday, she was dressed ready for a picnic, not treating Asia and its ailments. Wear scrubs, woman! She wore a skirt and heals to a disaster site. Just dwell on that for a second.

Back to cast. If you're a fan of seeing a favorite KPop star try their hand at acting, don't watch this. I don't listen to much KPop but I will avoid Shinee as much as possible, thanks to this show. Do you desire to watch a female emote nothing when she speaks romantically but, when she's doing her job as a medical officer, suddenly have a personality. Yeah, me neither. I prefer personality in both scenarios. Do you love being confused about the demographics of a fictional country within the story? If we want unexplainable diversity, just check-in with this country Urk. And our female lead. I think a kind estimation would be 35% effort. That's all she gave.

*My pitch for this show is "it weaved unimaginative junk together hoping we'd ignore the constant unrealistic and ludicrous situations." I mean, where to begin? One of the main antagonists is a gem smuggler and his trade is a handful of 1 caret diamonds? (rubs temples) Korean antagonists, aim higher! There's a Korean owned and opperated power plant in this small Arab country. Isn't that convenient! A young doctor, who has previous experience in a hospital, shrivels up at the reality of a human dying. Also, when he can't rescue a man buried in rubble - cause that's not his job - he loses all purpose in life and suffocates himself with guilt - again, for something that was never his responsibility. His wife is expecting! He is not gonna last one day parenting a child!*

Our main couple's story can be framed 'how does a soldier and a doctor court when their lives are so chaotic'? Well first, you can give the female doctor a realistic approach to healthcare. She wasn't just a doctor; the writers wanted her to be a Mother Theresa. A child stubbs their toe and she summons the whole Urk government to fix uneven pavement in the country. She spots a man with a slight bald spot, who makes no gesture of wanting to be bothered, straps him to a hospital bed, and surgically plants a wig. She notices that Urk children have a more agrarian diet and buys cows for each one to encourage growth and wellness. None of these happen in the show... but they could. Her savior complex was astronomical.

*Our soldier was no different. It's explained that he's an elite soldier within an elite team. But you're telling me that a night ops, rescue team to Afghanistan is the same team you pull for a North Korean escort? He and his team shouldn't do both. He's either elite stealth or he's bodyguard. Isn't it convenient that he's the one to wield the sniper at you-know-who. He's the only one who could do it! Of course, he gets dibs to return to the medical camp and become earthquake search and rescue. Korea's best stealth team isn't needed anywhere else? In the meantime, he'll try to solve disputes between a foreign couple cause his lady-love thinks 'the girlfriend deserves better.' He spots a child being pursued for stolen candy. To him, that's his cue to become morality officer and enforce mercy on the kid.*

Addressing his heroics, though, is an interesting task. Half of his rescue missions are necessary because they involve... rescuing her. Yep, the doctor. She says in ep 12, "I'm considering if you're a man I can handle." THAT IS NOT THE ISSUE! He needs to consider if he can handle her! Half of his life-threatening moments arose because she did something stupid or selfish. She guilted him for having dangerous missions and making light of the duties he performs. She never wore that guilt, despite the dangers he faced, were her doing. If he admitted 'she's a pretty face but not worth the trouble,' I would shake his hand and congragulate him as he left the room. Whether I was the doctor or the soldier, I would break up with the other because life gets uncharacteristically and annoyingly ridiculous when they are together.

This writer really dug deep in the pockests of creative license to write this show. If she had grounded these characters with either more realistic events or just less nonsense, I might've understood the complications of our main couple's pairing. But she threw them under the bus, repeatedly. You can't root for something when all it does is struggle and wimper? I lost patience with her laziness.

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A Hundred Memories
1 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
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Mixed Feelings, Love the Story but Directing Not So Much

I love a lot about this show. There aren’t too many shows that are set in the 80s of Korea and this gave me nostalgia of something I never experienced. A lot of the dynamics, setting and structure was refreshing and breaks some cliches. It did made me feel like I was growing up with them and loved seeing the friendships form. I love seeing the siblings and the parents get the screen time and their relationships. I almost wish there was more time to see all of the stories in more detail and throughout the years. But at the same time almost shocked how much happened in 12 episodes. There is too many thoughts that I have but loved so many aspects that I can’t even place my mind on. I don’t understand the low rating as I feel people may rate on the their personal feelings of the characters when they are sent to be seen like this by the viewer. However, most of my negative thoughts are on the directing and the actors did an amazing job!

Production:
Firstly my mixed feelings is about the structure of the show. Half was set in their “childhood” while the other was their adulthood. I liked how it almost felt like two shows put together and have enough to be reminded of the beginning of the story as the past them. Even with moments of the friends and the families. However, I felt they almost have too much time to Jong Hui and Jae Pil story. It had me wondering who was going to end up with who and if it was the leads then how they would do the 180 which is not necessarily a bad feature as it kept me curious. It almost made it seem like Jae Pil had no other choice but to like Young Rye. For them to have Jae Pil and Young Rye to be together, they should have given more scenes of what happened in the seven years time jump. As well as how Mr. Ma almost lost touch with the main characters.Even the confession scenes and ending romance seemed rushed and was more devoted to the Jong Hui story that almost made her the main lead. I did want Young Rye and Jae Pil to end up together but wish there was more moments of Jae Pil realizing he liked her. Their relationship did seem genuine and were so cute to see together! One odd factor that one really mentioned is how the boys in the beginning are in high school while the ladies were around 21 and 23. it just didn’t sit right with me to see Jong Hui (23) have Jae Pil as her first love for a high school student.

Characters:
These comments don’t reflect my rating of the show just how I feel about the characters as they are meant to be portrayed and the actors did a great job to make me feel these ways about them.

Jong Hui was an annoying character for me. In the second half she was always there, I get how it showed that she missed them and liked her life there but it was almost overbearing. She somehow made it into the confession scene and limited moments we had with the main couple, even in the very end making it seem all three were dating. Like I get it but understand the boundaries. She also had no respect for Young Rye relationship and feelings. Throughout the first half, Young Rye suppressed her feelings so she could make her two friends be happy even “letting go”her first love for them to be together. However Jong Hui, after the seven years she was gone and knowing Young Rye liked Jae Pil, kept going and trying to get with him. She ended it in the past “for Young Rye” but then regrets it later. She eventually BLAMES her for breaking up with Jae Pil while Young Rye is dating him. There were times she took a step but I believe not for them to be happy but bc she felt insecure about herself and didn’t know how to “catch up” to the relationship Jae Pil and Young Rye built (which she states). People may say it was selfish for Young Rye to get with Jae Pil but she understood he boundary even after Jong Hui was gone and never confessed. Jae Pil was the one who did after the seven years. Also Jong Hui and Jae Pil only had at most a 6 month “situationship”. So Jong Hui was more selfish and disrespectful to her “most cherished best friend”. I do like her with Young Rye brother but again felt like a second option.

I love Jae Pil’s character and ever more the actor. At times I did feel that the character was leading Young Rye on like in the beginning. However loved their long friendship was always something more for him and he knew it but never expressed it until he had some competition. The actor does an amazing job of being nervous to express his feelings to both of the female leads. I also love when dramas show the real feelings of the male leads life and shows that he has struggles with his father. He has a sensitive side and the crying from the actor felt real and raw. I wish he did more dramas where he was the man lead.

I also wish Jeong Bun ended up with her daughter’s father. And if not at least gave her daughter’s father a chance to prove himself or even them make the father more genuine to her in the past. She gave him no relationship with his daughter.

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We Best Love: No. 1 For You
0 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
6 of 6 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10
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What a gem...

For some reason, I’d been avoiding this drama like the plague, despite hearing so many good things about it.
Well, let me tell you DON’T MAKE MY MISTAKE — WATCH IT NOW.
Even though the plot is nothing special (a pretty basic long-term rivals-to-lovers story), it somehow still manages to feel fresh and entertaining, and I think that’s mostly thanks to the acting and the production.

ACTING.
Both actors who played the main couple are AMAZING. This is exactly what I mean when I say, “You don’t need to make characters fuck every episode to showcase good chemistry.”
The tension. The slow burn. Chef’s kiss.
Also, Yu (Zhou Shu Yi) completely stole the show for me. He was charismatic, sassy, and emotional, but never cringey or over the top.

PLOT.
The themes of unrequited love and rivals-to-lovers blend really well here. The creators didn’t use stupid clichés like turning the woman the main character fell in love with into an evil caricature just to make viewers sympathize with the other character (thank god).
Yes, there were a few questionable moments (like… did that guy really need to act flirty around his own cousin for a couple of episodes just to make the main character jealous?? I got scared for a second, knowing how much Taiwanese bls love the incest trope), but overall, I had no real issues with the plot.

PRODUCTION.
Surprisingly excellent. I don’t know if y’all will be as impressed as I was (I had really low expectations for this show), but to me it felt so warm and intimate. It really brought everything together.

CHARACTERS.
Lovely. Sweet. Once again, Zhou Shu Yi is the star of the show. (And please get that creepy cousin off campus — I really didn’t vibe with that guy.) I also loved how the dialogue was written.

OVERALL.
I WILL be rewatching this until I memorize every sentence.

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Love Untangled
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by kxaaa
Jan 12, 2026
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
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makes you root for everyone

this movie is if 20th century girl had a happy ending. the friend group is so united and had happy moments. made me cry so many times, love that no matter what happened they didn’t give up on each other and if at some point they lost hope, one of them didn’t lose hope. honestly it makes me so bored if i watch any movies but this one really kept me at the edge of my seat. literally don’t know if i can find a korean movie with that many plot twists. the actors portrayed the characters so good, it made me so happy just seeing them in their happy moments.
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Glory
9 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
22 of 36 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 8.0
Story 10
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
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You don't want to miss!

Glory was so intense that although I started it after The Unclouded Soul, I found myself watching Glory far more consistently with each new release. There was something about its scheming and ongoing chemistry that I felt I had been missing, and once I started, I couldn’t stop. I’m only about twenty-something episodes in, and while everything has been great so far, I can’t shake this sense of dread. I’m worried about the direction the story might take, and I fear I could end up dropping it despite being so invested. For now, I’ll definitely keep going for a few more episodes before deciding.

Glory follows the male lead, an imperial court inspector tasked with investigating and solving cases. After being betrayed by one of his subordinates, he is left at death’s door and crosses paths with the female lead again. Having lost his memory, he ends up working for the Rong family at their tea plantation, slowly climbing the ranks from a servant to the female lead’s most trusted companion.

The first half of the series is fast-paced and intense, filled with backstabbing, murders, and morally corrupt characters whose actions keep the story moving at a gripping pace. Eventually, the male lead rises to the point where he is set to become the Rong family’s future son-in-law. However, I’m currently at the part where he exposes his identity by taking in Madam Jiang as a witness to a murder, and I feel like I may have missed something. Did the female lead already know his true identity at this point? So much happens so quickly that it can be hard to keep track of every detail.

What I Love About Glory

The storyline and the intense political maneuvering within the family dynamics are easily my favorite aspects. Every character has their own schemes and hidden agendas, all working to serve their personal interests. This kind of layered plotting is completely up my alley, and it’s what kept me glued to the screen.

The cast is another highlight. Zhao Yi Qin was a welcome sight—I’ve missed seeing him on screen. Cheng Xiao, whom I last saw in Fangs of Fortune, did well in this role, and I’d love to see her continue taking on scheming characters (just preferably not the angry ones). I was also excited to see Richard Li in a major project playing a villain, and he absolutely nailed it—he was that good. Seeing Asher Ma again was also nice; although his character annoyed me half the time, that just means he played the role well. The last time I saw him was in Word of Honor, and his death scene during the wedding left such a strong impression on me.

The screenwriter is the same one behind Story of Yanxi Palace and Perfect Match, and it definitely shows. No wonder I was so captivated—I really love her work.

Overall, the pacing has been strong so far, with one scheme unfolding after another, keeping things engaging and addictive. I’m hooked, but that lingering sense of dread remains. Maybe it’s just me, but I have a feeling something frustrating might happen later on that could sour the final episodes.

This will be an ongoing review as the series continues to air.

Current rating: 8/10

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Zai Yan Huo Shen Chu Shuo Ai Ni
4 people found this review helpful
by Bijou
Jan 12, 2026
68 of 68 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 6.5
Story 6.5
Acting/Cast 6.5
Music 5.5
Rewatch Value 6.5
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This is for you, Sad Ending Enjoyer!

I give you warning if you don't like BE or Sad Ending go see another drama.

I quite like most of Peng Yao works. For Yang Peng Cheng, his works is hit-and-miss but i am not avoiding his work since i believe he can polish his acting skill. The chemistry between them has potential even there is almost no romantic moment.
The plot is about the FL seeks for ML who was young thug helps to fight her abusive uncle. The relationship between FL and ML from mutual use to mutual salvation and they found themselves "home".

My pet peeve to this drama, in the middle (eps 50 above) the plot was kind of dragged and ML mother death are biggest letdown to this drama. I understand the writer want to make tragedy drama but there is unnecessary to make ML mother died.

Recommended to someone who love BE.

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Love Crossed
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Jan 12, 2026
36 of 36 episodes seen
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Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10

DAMMMM! that was unexpected!

I need to breathe and stop freaking out, don't know how I will move on.
Firstly, my expectations for this drama were very low, since I have only seen one actor before in other dramas, and I just wanted to watch this one to pass time, because of another drama.

BUT HOLY MOLY THIS WAS GOOD! WAHT!
This is not going to be a long review, but my honest opinion with no spoilers, and only hints to let you know, why i enjoyed it and if you maybe will.

Firstly, this drama is meant to have a female lead, cheerful & happy, smart but not wise.
I normally HATE! these sort of characters and don't really watch dramas with just a female lead like this, but the actor did such a good job, and you get so many breaks, because the second female lead is a strong independent woman, and the female leads ALWAYS TRUST ONE ANOTHER! There is no unnecessary drama there.

It gave me the wrong vibe to start off with the couple of first episodes, but at the same time, the way they did this drama, I just kept watching and have now finished the whole drama in under 50 hours...... it really can suck you in, so let me put it into simple terms with hints to see if you will like it.

- Cheerful female lead, who never wavers and is always honest and trusts the people around her.
- NO UNNECESSARY DRAMA! The plot points are good and VERY SURPRISING! I got surprised by 2 major ones, and spoiled myself from TikTok on one of them.
- Never wavering love
- This drama really has the female lead at the center role, with her bff coming in later strong!
I feel like there was no character development from the female leads, besides the romantic part of the story BUT
- HOLY MOLY! The male characters have major development and honestly, you don't feel like you're missing out. The characters are well written and the story and plot as well. I don't get why people find it boring.
- The males are soo well written and i love their acting, i was freaking out a lot because of their "interactions" with the females and such, and each other.

Is it 36 episodes? YES! but in a drama with that many episodes, you have to wait for your turn to see all the good stuff, and honestly! They come so quick. So quickly that I was worried that it was going to have a bad story around 20 episodes, but NOT AT ALL! Totally surprised me as well.

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Speed and Love
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by Pau
Jan 12, 2026
29 of 29 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 10
Rewatch Value 9.0

A beautiful slow-burn romance done right

Finished. It's been a long time since a series made me feel like this. I went through every emotion, watching it felt like an exciting roller coaster.
Both of them were INCREDIBLE. Their chemistry was so realistic that i got completely hooked, watching one episode after another. This drama felt like a kiss to my soul.

The Initial D reference was exquisite. I actually screamed when AE86 appeared.

P.d.: Zhao was so gorgeous. I need to rewatch the scenes where He was a mechanic 😂
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Only for Love
1 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
36 of 36 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 5.5
Acting/Cast 6.5
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 1.0

Could have lived without all of the misunderstandings

Ok so I liked it, I really did. HOWEVER, if you do not like lying, misunderstandings, poor communication, and deceiving…then this is not for you.

Also, JUST SILENCE THE PHONES

Side note: If this is your first Dylan Wang drama then his acting is terrible here. Watch him in Love Between Fairy And Devil and you will see his true skill.
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Head 2 Head
1 people found this review helpful
by KingC
Jan 12, 2026
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0

Rewrite The Stars.

For a drama that was being provided for free on Youtube, Head 2 Head exceeded my expectations. The storyline is nothing new, and the very simple portrayal of family, friendship and the explosive dynamics between them all is what elevates this show to another level.

Childhood friends turned rivals Jerome and Jinn has made it their mission to annoy the living daylights out of each other, including moving to extreme lengths such as courting the other's crush.
When one such 'competition' ends with Jerome crashing his car, he starts to dream visions from 10 years ahead... visions in which he and Jinn are no longer at war. Jerome begins to realize that the dreams might not be as simple as they seem when he scarily cross checks facts, revealing a crucial information that rewrites everything he had assumed about Jinn.

Why was he receiving these visions? Could he really change what awaits him? Who exactly was Jinn to him?

☆ Most of the drama takes place at college, or in their homes. Honestly, it's an almost accurate portrayal of a college students life. The relationship between the kids and their parents is one of the main backbones of the tale and I adored how it was depicted.

☆ I have to give it to GMMTV... this is my 4th drama from them and however the story strays, the characters are all fully fleshed out human beings who are relatable. Characters are empathetic and make logical arguments, which was refreshing to watch.
Yes, there were tough episodes, but the writers couldn't afford to drag out conflicts with only 12 episodes.

This might be the true highlight of Head 2 Head. Not to mention that every actor was convincing to my eyes.

☆ The second couple, Farm and Van are equally captivating as the main one. They were definitely the sour apples, and time might've been insufficent to portray Van's growth, but they somehow managed to bring it to the finish line.
Throw in their friend Mai and we get a gang of mixed personalities that doesn't seem unrealistic.

I'm not the best judge when it comes to technicalities, but, honestly, this drama was a warm hug for me since November 2025, without being overboard or underwhelming.
It was a sunshine after rain moment for me after Khemjira, which I had completed prior to it. I'm slightly upset that I won't have anything to escape from reality for a while.
I wish that Jerome, Jinn, Van, Farm and Mai continue to live their lives in the best way, whichever universe they exist in.

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The Princess Royal
0 people found this review helpful
Jan 12, 2026
40 of 40 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 7.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 7.5
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SPOILERS!!! THOUGHTS!!!

Overall, this drama was good. It was interesting at times, but also a little hard to follow. I loved the characters and the growth in them, but it just didn’t captivate me. I wanted more action scenes and emotional scenes. I don’t think there was enough. But, it was really good at the end. I loved the ending the most.

Zhao Jinmai is really really naturally pretty. When she was wearing the Persian outfits, GORGEOUS. Her acting is always very stable and she can convey emotions so well. Zhang Linghe’s acting was also really really good in this drama. But, this wasn’t my favorite characters for either of them. I think their characters in other dramas fit them more.

I like the plot of this cdrama. It’s unique to everything else that I’ve watched before. The enemies to lovers start and then the rediscovering was really well done. Especially since both of them have the chance to rewrite their fate and story.

From episode 2, u can tell that Li Rong and Pei Wenxuan have love and care in their hearts for each other. It may be buried very deep down but they are constantly and instinctively protecting each other. They are able to tell from the style of gameplay that they both lived 20 extra years. I think Li Rong was just hurt because of Pei Wenxuan’s childhood best friend and she assumed that meant he loved her so she shut down her emotions. Once that happened, Pei Wenxuan was hurt as well, so they both built emotional walls. But, still, they both always care about each other, so I don’t know what was going on in end of their future lives. My prediction is that it is a big misunderstanding though. (I was right)

I love their bickering with each other very early on. It shows their familiarity but also that like married couple type of fighting that occurs. They’re both so sarcastic with each other and try to hide their love, so it’s very interesting to watch.

Why am I distressed in the beginning and confused? I know that Su Rongqing is probably a bad guy in the end, but their chemistry with each other in the beginning was strong too. Especially in that closet scene. But I also love Li Rong and Pei Wenxuan, their chemistry just comes naturally. It flows like a married couple.

Nevermind, I’m on team Pei Wenxuan and Li Rong. His confession in the rain was so emotionally moving. “When she was sad, I became nervous. When she smiled, it felt like every day was a good day. If she fancied a hairpin, I’d make sure to remember what it was like. If the weather changed, I’d be worried if she was soaked in the rain. If she left home for a few days, I would pine for her. I wanted to write her a letter daily to tell her how much I missed her. I’d wonder how many kids we would have. I’d also wonder if we would grow old together. If I do have regrets, they’ll only be about you. The one I loved and lost was only you, Li Rong.”😢😢

I love Li Chuan and Li Rong’s relationship at the beginning especially. They have so much care for each other and are always trying to get the other out of trouble. Li Rong is such a strong FL, who isn’t afraid to go against their own mother for Li Chuan’s good and wishes. It’s sad to see the flashbacks of how their relationship deteriorates, but I hope it changes this time around.

“Let’s live in the present and not give up important things for fear of future uncertainties.” That is one of the best quotes I’ve ever heard from any drama ever. This is what one should live by to live their life to its fullest. Courage, honesty, and passion is what stems from this piece of advice.

“As your husband, no one can do anything to you unless they step over my dead body. As your ally, I’ll stand in front of you even if everyone wants to kill you. So whether we are a couple or allies, our fates have been long tied together. Just choose a path you like.” The words of affirmation from Pei Wenxuan is actually super sweet. Especially for Li Rong, when she’s contemplating a big decision. “I would always die for you without hesitation.” Whether they admit it or not, Pei Wenxuan and Li Rong would give up their own lives for the other. No questions asked.

Episode 20 and Li Rong still needs to figure out how to be vulnerable with her emotions. Pei Wenxuan’s attempt at romance with the buttercup flowers, Li Rong’s favorite outfit, and his favorite guqin. Everything was thought out so carefully for Li Rong but at the end, she didn’t catch on to the hint. Ugh the misunderstanding happening between them. Pei Wenxuan openly expresses his love while Li Rong has to figure out how to openly express her love for him. She does it through protecting and defending him against enemies, but still needs to work on admitting it.

Pei Wenxuan willing to wait for Li Rong to figure out her feelings really struck me at the heart. He said “10 years, 20 years or even longer if you need I will always be here. Because I like you and I will always wait for you.” He’s so understanding even when emotionally hurt and dejected. He still tries to put in his best effort emotionally to help Li Rong and give her space and freedom to figure out her own feelings.

Pei Wenxuan is able to read Li Rong so well and her actions/emotions. He always knows when she needs help or what help she needs. He’s always there for her and knows how to make Li Rong the most comfortable and live her best life. Their deep bond is just different in an unexplainable way.

Who would’ve thought that Su Rongqing also came back from 20 years in the future? My question is how, because he didn’t die right? Only Pei Wenxuan and Li Rong did. I can lowk feel for Su Rongqing though. After his family met their horrible demise in every way, he’s filled with revenge and a want to protect his family in this 2nd chance at life.

Episode 25 with Pei Wenxuan brought me through so many emotions. When he forcefully pushed himself onto her, I was conflicted. I didn’t know whether to be mad at Pei Wenxuan or feel for him because I understand his feelings at the time. He cares so much for her and just wants a little bit of reciprocity back from Li Rong. But, I also get Li Rong as she was trying to make Pei Wenxuan’s life the best it could be, even if it means leaving her. She’s had to hide her vulnerable side and everybody misunderstands her “cold” temper.

Awww they’re so cute when they have to hide their relationship to convince everyone else they divorced. Their secret yearning and meet ups were so cute. Pei Wenxuan really becomes the baby in the relationship and Li Rong is like his guardian, keeping him in check.

I feel so bad for Su Ronghua. Him and Shangguan should be able to be together. I hope they figure it out. Politics are one thing, but the gentle love they have is another. Su Ronghua doesn’t care about power or the throne, he just wants to live comfortably. And I think it’s the same for Shangguan, she just has it harder cus she’s their only daughter.

Omg the plot twist in episode 33. So literally everyone Li Rong trusted besides Pei Wenxuan decided to tag team her and kill her. Who would’ve thought? Everything was just a big misunderstanding though. I really hope their fate can change in this life because that is such a depressing way to die, at the hands of a misunderstanding. Everyone was plotting against Li Rong, the betrayal runs deep let me tell you.

Ok episode 36 really confused me. The time jumping and recollection of events was a little hard to follow, so at the end, I didn’t even know what was happening at one time. But, when Su Ronghua and Shangguan Ya said goodbye, I was so maddd. The only reason they can’t be together is politics. The politics screwed them over bro.

Li Chuan I think truly loves Li Rong. When he gave her the sword to kill him before the future becomes like how it was in the past, his eyes held that little brother look in them. He looked so pitiful, you can’t help but feel bad. I truly truly don’t think he has any ill intentions. I really want Li Chuan to have a happy ending. Everyone should just have a happy ending….please.

Episode 40 with Su Rongqing’s end was so sadd. I know he’s supposed to be the enemy, but his motivation for everything came down to his love, either for Li Rong or his family. And when he gave the dragonfly and said congratulations for her being pregnant and having a child, I felt so sorry for him. The only he wanted was for Li Rong to be happy, and at the end, u can really see that.

But of course, I’m glad Pei Wenxuan and Li Rong ended up together. Now, their love is just undeniable from both sides. They are willing to die for each other time and time again.

I’m so glad everyone got a redo at life. Chuan ended up as a good person with time spent together with Qin Zhenzhen. Shangguan Ya and Su Ronghua were able to be happy. And ofc our main couple. Only Su Rongqing had a sad ending😔. “A happy farewell” is the last song he ever played for Li Rong and then ended up burning himself to death cus he has nothing to live for anymore. But he was still smiling at the end of it😭😭 This is like the first time I’ve wanted the villain to have a better ending.

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