Reviews

Cast and Supporters will pay price when they will met with angel of Death Izrael, In Shaa Allah

This drama is absolute crap, which mocks Islam and Islamic concepts, even GOD and one of His favorite Angel, Izrael, the Angel of Death.
So Death to Koreans and Death to cast of this drama and whole team. They will go to Hell and definitely meet Satan (Iblis) there, who they have praised, who is the biggest enemy of Humanity and enemy of Islam and Muslims.

This drama will have consequences for SURE for Koreans.

And for those who are satisfied with it and praising it.
You should know that, the Angel, Satan feared most from is the Angel of Death, Izrael.
As satan knows that He will come for him eventually. and this drama even mocks this Angel.

Production, Cast and supporters will definitely pay price when they will met themselves with angel of Death Soon.
In Shaa Allah

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Imbalanced resolution

One of the drama’s strengths is its ability to give depth to its characters. However, the finale leaves several arcs incomplete. Cheon Sanghak’s struggles were never fully addressed, and the reasoning behind Sang Cheon’s fault in it felt unclear. Kim Sanghak’s story was almost entirely sidelined despite his significance earlier on, as if he was abruptly erased from the narrative. This creates a sense of imbalance in the storytelling.

The focus on Cheon’s illness overshadowed other character journeys. While Cheon’s ending felt emotionally complete, others, especially Ryu, Cheon Sanghak, and Kim Sanghak , were left without resolution. This makes the finale feel rushed and incomplete, as though important arcs were sacrificed for emotional weight rather than balanced closure.

Ultimately, the drama succeeds in emotional impact but falls short in delivering satisfying conclusions for all its main characters.

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“‘Genie, Make a Wish" — drive-thru inside, Michelin outside.

These days, Korean shows feel like abstract art — you experience them, but don’t always know why. I’ve learned to just watch for what they are, without overthinking. The old “it” factor in them that kept people talking for years seems gone; now it’s more like, “Let’s watch this today, maybe something else tomorrow.” I approached "Genie, Make a Wish" with that same mindset. The show is “okay” — nothing extraordinary, but it doesn’t leave a bad taste either.

For me, the writing was poor — especially since it came from a renowned writer. The quality felt below average, and the unnecessary fillers kept breaking the flow to the point I ended up skipping parts. The dialogues were either childish or way too dramatic. Personally, I take dialogues very seriously, and here, that was a major letdown. Another thing that threw me off was the weird jumps between scenes and some really questionable camera angles. The CGI and VFX were just okay (that last fight scene was decent), but the sets… some of them looked so cheap and out of place, like school projects done by elementary kids. I kept wondering where all that funding from the Dubai government and advertisers went.

As for acting:
Kim Woo Bin was a joy to watch. The last time I saw him on screen was in Twenty (2015).I hadn’t kept track of him after that — so seeing him healthy and acting again felt genuinely hearty and a little emotional🥹. I honestly forgot to judge his acting properly, but I believe he did well for his role.

Now to Suzy, did she convince me that her character had that disorder? Not really. Did she make the watching experience bad?- Not at all. She did fine — and *extra* fine with her fashion. In her case her fashion stole the show, atleast for me.

As for the chemistry, personally, I didn’t feel any spark between the leads. Also, her beating him felt very off to me. (violence should never be appreciated, whether as part of comedy or in terms of gender dynamics)

Noh Sang Hyuk was another pleasant surprise. I was skeptical since he’s mostly done serious roles, but he handled comedy really well.

And Ahn Eun Jin — she didn’t have much to do here, yet she owned every scene she got. That’s the mark of a truly skilled actor: they don’t need 13 hours of screen time to make an impact 👍 (a skill some seem to miss even with longer careers and endless lead roles)

Honorable mention: the kids in this drama were such gems — absolute naturals! 😍

Now, a lot of people seem upset about the religious aspect in this drama. I have no knowledge in that area, so I won’t comment on it. What "did" bothered me though was how they portrayed “ASPD.” The creators completely conflated antisocial personality disorder with psychopathy, as if they were the same thing. How could anyone think that’s accurate? Did they even bother to research this? These are two entirely different conditions. Yet, as usual, K-drama writers didn’t care — they turned an ASPD character into an outright psychopathic caricature. It was careless, misleading, and frankly, shameless.

Overall, "Genie, Make a Wish" isn’t a must-watch. If you just need something to pass time, it’s a decent pick. This review is just one viewer’s perspective — a small glimpse of what you might expect. At the end of the day, it’s one's call whether to watch it or not.

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Lost magic in the final episode

"Genie, Make Your Wish" had incredible potential; suspense, beautiful storytelling, and emotional depth that kept me hooked. Up until the end, it held a magical quality that made it stand out.

Unfortunately, the final episode felt unnecessary and diminished the impact of the series. Instead of preserving mystery, it wrapped everything up too neatly, removing the emotional weight and supernatural beauty that had been built throughout the show. That choice left the ending feeling flat, rather than haunting and memorable.

Still, this kdrama remains one of the most beautiful fantasy romances I’ve watched, and I recommend it for anyone who enjoys emotionally rich storytelling with a touch of mystery.

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Goblin without stakes and melo

I have watched 4 episodes and i find it very entertaining. The meter is different, but if you are having similar expectations, it's super fun.

Not a masterpiece/ must watch but does not deserve all the hate and criticism I am seeing

Edit : Finished after a Sunday binge. I loved the beats of the story and the performance, but definitely could have been packaged better. It felt choppy and rushed especially in the last few episodes. I feel that the direction is sloppy and would have fared much better if they spent some more effort on the packaging, cuz this is such a waste for this story.

Honestly this was a Genie solo carry job, characterization wise and Kim Woo Bin wise too. I liked Suzy acting as well, it was on point and I loved the chemistry but character's depth was not explored. The other main leads had barely any screen time, loved Sade and Irem tho whenever they appeared.

This is definitely better than secret garden or DoTS imo

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Too heartbreaking and violent

I almkst dropped at end of epiosde 2 because of how tragic and heartbreaking it is,but kept watching and it didnt improve in that aspect. I can deal with like sword fighting and dying like that but just being brutally punched OVER AND OVER AND OVER like im sorry no i cant watch that. And to see the poor people get starved,beaten to death and treated like garbage? No. And the old man who hung himself because his family starved to death like this show is not for the kind of heart. If you are calloused and hard from watching a lot of stuff like this then go ahead but if you have a kind heart and dont like to see people getting treated like this for episode after episode then i dont suggest it.

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Episode 1: A Comedy That Doesn’t Know What It’s Selling

To the Moon presents itself as a survival comedy about three broke office workers dreaming of getting rich, but from the very first episode it’s clear the show has no idea what story it wants to tell.
The protagonist, played by Lee Sun Bin, lives the classic Korean office hell: screaming bosses, miserable pay, and a routine that feels like punishment. So far, familiar territory… but the show tries to mix fantasy, comedy, and social critique all at once, and the result is tonal chaos.

The narrative runs on hysteria—characters reacting with absurd intensity to trivial situations. What should feel like comedy ends up as a collective tantrum shot in fast-forward. Even when her boyfriend leaves her, the script pushes her into such over-the-top despair it borders on self-parody. And ironically, when he reappears saying marriage would be a mistake for financial reasons, the show paints him as a villain—though he’s the only one making any sense.

Then comes the “empowerment” moment: she confronts him with a song-and-dance routine in front of his car. It’s supposed to be liberation, but it looks more like a circus act with feminist slogans. To the Moon confuses healing with exhibition and strength with noise.
And just when you think it can’t sink lower, the three women run away laughing as if they’d just pulled a teenage prank—until silence hits, reminding them that despite all the chaos, their lives are still exactly the same.

The punchline? Their grand solution to misery is… investing in cryptocurrency.
To the Moon ends up being the ultimate guide to emotional stagnation: when life falls apart, throw a tantrum, sing a song, and buy crypto.

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Warm

A very heart-warming story, with lots of side characters that ended up really growing on me. The story is deeper and more concrete than a lot of Thai BLs I've watched, and that made me really connect to the characters a lot more. There's romance here, but also a very warm feeling of found family and friendship.

There ARE a few things that were a little frustrating, particularly in the last few episodes, where the drama goes for conflict instead of communication. It meant the ending and final episode is a little rushed, but ultimately I'm satisfied with the character arcs.

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not everyone's cup of tea

It wouldve been a good series except it wasnt (for me). not a hater because i looked forward to watching this since its hyped. the story started slow. i had to endure 2 whole episodes just so it could get me going but ended up putting it in 1.25 speed then 1.5. i got tired of all the cooking show down (i think the only best one was with the Ming cooks) and unending side comments of villains but u know theyre just gonna turn around and like her dishes. Romantic moments are so predictable. cant directors think of anything new?! i hated Yoona's character being winny and loud to the point that its not realistic for someone who got lost in another timeline. theyre trying so hard for her character to be funny but its just so frustrating. The last 2 episodes are dragging and unrealistic. imagine killing each other then sit down together to talk about things. this is the 2nd time i've watched a series in 1.5 speed, even pushing the fast forward button more than 30x. i'd just give the acting a higher rating specially Lee ChaMin. no hate for the actors/actresses, but its just how the series was directed. if directors want a series portraying something light and funny (where Yoona's character fit) then stick to that even if its Joseon era setting - no killings, no heavy drama or revenge or anything, but if its something a bit more realistic, then it shouldve been like that where all the historical dramas fit. its just like directors couldnt make up their minds and tried to throw in everything in it but didnt work.

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Wow.

Wow. As someone who's had a lot of trouble getting into historical dramas, I found myself going into this one with a bit of hesitation, but it ended up hooking me and never letting go.

This drama balances romance and royal politics perfectly — there's elements of the show that are extremely romance kdrama-esque (you know, the slow motion falling, the silly misunderstandings), but the story still chugs along, all while keeping the tone very consistent.

I'm also just completely floored by the chemistry between the leads. Fantastic performances all around, and this drama reminded me just how great it is to see ACTUAL YEARNING on my screen.

There are some subplots that I found a little too long, or weird ones (like that tiger one lol) but ultimately, I found the show very cohesive and enjoyable.

On the ending...I was also a little nervous knowing the 17th episode was added later, but it really felt perfect to me. The pacing made sense, and it managed to come full circle while still letting the viewer do some of the lifting. Just a stunning show from beginning to end.

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Learning to live

This drama has all the main elements of a typical romantic comedy, but it covers topics you may not expect to find. Overcoming a learning disability, navigating social norms and when life collides with them, and dealing with difficult family relationships are some of the main themes we get to dive into. Some moments are a bit over-the-top, and some story elements remain underdeveloped, but it's an overall pleasing watch compared to many rom coms out there.

At the story's heart are two seemingly very different people from very different walks of life who connect deeply with each other - brought to life by Kimura Fumino and a surprisingly compelling Murakami Raul Maito. Bolstered by a strong soundtrack and a memorable supporting cast, this is one drama to check out this year if you love romantic comedy but with a poignant message (or several) attached to it.

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