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I enjoyed this period drama . The story actually had a plot with a little bit of complexity. The various attitudes toward a homosexual relationship were realistic for this time period. I liked that the main couple and the second couple respected their partners opinions. The main couple seemed to normally kiss with almost a detached peck on the cheek type attitude. The secondary couple kissed with some real passion. It's worth a rewatch. I almost couldn't breathe when the count ignored the professor at the end of the series as if he had grown indifferent to him. Thank goodness it was a misunderstanding and they still both loved each other deeply.

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a yearning man

Nam Si-heon, the yearning man that everyone could ask for.

"What if I miss you so much that I could not bear with?"

A! YEARNING! MAN! Ive repeated myself that the male lead is such a yearning character. I love how he potrayed his love towards Han Jun-hee. How he instantly knows how to differentiate between Han Jun-hee and Kwon Min-ju. Trust me;

'To be yearned for, to be seen" has been the criteria that I am looking for in a man.

A Time Called You is a time-travelling series and it is hard to understand all hence you need to watch till the end, then you will start to understand the storyline. I am happy that Jung In-gyu deserves his love line after all the hardships in the beginning, and the jealousy. We will never can be another person. It's always us, ourselves that need to change anything related to us. Someone's help can be considered, but it's always you.

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I know Lee Jun-Ho can choose better stories than this. I know he worked hard on this but the story line sucked. I wasn't confused how the character received their super powers. I mean seriously, alcohol and bread and money??? c'mon now! The only power that was worth it was the time reversal. All he used was a watch not unless I was missing something. Whoever wrote this storyline needs to go back and rewrite it because it makes super powers look weak. I wished that Jun-Ho next drama will drop a 10 in ratings. Lee Jun-Ho please choose a better storyline next time. This isn't you!

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korea history

this drama only worth watching in 30 epiosde, 2 last episode is not good.this drama should finished in 24 episode. The start was quite slow and gets fun around episodes 8-14 when taejong start rebellion, from 15-24 in his king era is okay. i not recommend watch until end because two last epiosde about his son became king which for not enjoy to watching. i want give 9 but only 8/10. hope joo sang wook get more drama as main character not support only. some people say this drama cruel because hurt animal but i dont care because the rating should judge on actor/actress,story,action or music. other part not important for me to judge in drama

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Worst storyline and acting

This south korean drama is very poor script writting and film direction. Poor actor and actress choosing. This drama dialogues are very bad.

One of the biggest problems is the **weak and inconsistent storyline**. The show introduces interesting ideas about fame, control, and the music industry, but it never explores them properly. Scenes feel disconnected, as if they exist only to provoke reactions rather than move the plot forward. Instead of building tension or emotional investment, the narrative jumps around and leaves the audience confused or bored.

Another major issue is **poor character development**. Characters lack clear motivations and emotional growth. The protagonist is presented as complex, but the writing rarely shows her inner struggles in a meaningful way. Side characters feel underused and shallow, making it hard to care about their actions or outcomes. When characters don’t feel real, even dramatic moments lose their impact.

The drama is also heavily criticized for its **overuse of explicit content**. Mature themes can be powerful when they serve the story, but in *The Idol*, they often feel unnecessary and excessive. Many scenes appear included purely for shock value, not to deepen characters or themes. This distracts from the message and makes the show feel exploitative rather than artistic.

Additionally, the **tone of the drama is unbalanced**. It tries to be a psychological thriller, a critique of fame, and an erotic drama all at once, but it doesn’t blend these elements smoothly. As a result, the show lacks focus and emotional clarity. Viewers are left wondering what the drama actually wants to say.

Lastly, the **dialogue and pacing** are major weaknesses. Conversations often feel unnatural, and episodes drag without meaningful progression. Even strong visuals and music cannot save a story that lacks substance.

In the end, many people consider *The Idol* a bad drama because it prioritizes style and controversy over storytelling, character depth, and emotional honesty. Without a strong narrative core, shock alone is never enough to create a truly good drama.

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I mean seriously...

What was that y'all? I can't believe they continue the ending for Season 2. LMAO. I was so furious... That was the only thing I had a problem with. The storyline for the male main lead, Kim Jae Yeong who played the character, Do Ra Ik, did very well, I believe the tears and fears. He being the suspect got me. Since there is a Season 2, and suspense is making me more anxious. How can one be cleared and then indicted. Actress Choi Soo Young who played character Maeng Se Na, was very convincing. The suspense and the storyline has me throwing a shoe at my TV. That means the storyline is not complete. (ugh)

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Real life Noona Romance

I normally an not a reality show watcher, but from the first episode the immediate spark between Bonhee and Mujin was captivating and undeniable. I just had to keep watching to see what's going on with them. They were the most interesting the entire time.

It's so fascinating that despite them being the couple with the biggest age difference being 12 years. they were very much of the same mindset of coming into this seriously looking for someone to date with marriage in mind. When they went on that date and kept saying they wanting to hiking at these specific high level difficulty places with their husband or wife respectively and then made matching rings, they were were so on the same page. I haven't gotten to see the special episode, I hope everything works out for them.

It's nice for Yeong Gyeong and Hyeon Jun to end up together too. Him missing taking care of her is so sweet. I think what's important in any relationship regardless of the age difference between the two adult people is maturity and both sides have it.

So Hyun is so lively and pretty, she deserves so much better than Sang Hyeon who is so wishy washy and I don't know if it's an editing thing, but he was clearly extremely late to the meeting spot to the point that she was leaving, but he didn't even apologize.

I'm neutral to the hosts, they didn't do too much or too little.

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What a fun ride! I hope there's a sequel.

Adorable and funny. Strong female lead that doesn't take crap from anyone (which is a very nice change from delicate effeminate female leads that we see way too often) but is still full of heart and purpose. The male lead was freaking adorable! Loved his changes from stiff CEO to lovesick puppy.
Loved it! Wish it was longer.

Only negative things for me:
*It's a bit weird that she's still 18 but the guys pursuing her (even though they're technically her age) are 29.
*I felt kind of cheated at the ending, but maybe they'll give us a sequel?
*The romance isn't well developed, which is fine if this is a part 1, but not as a standalone.

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Might Be the Greatest BL of All Time

The story. The cast. The acting. The freaking OST. Everything was amazing. This is probably the most well done BL we’ve ever had. I am just overwhelmed with how great this show was. I even loved the secondary couple, and I usually can’t stand them lol

Wow. Just wow!

That moment when you finish a masterpiece, be it a drama or a novel and are so lost because you don’t know where or when you’ll be able to get your next fix…

Is the novel this good? Excuse me while I go hunt down Chai Ji Dan’s novels…except Addicted, been there lolz

If we could get Thai BLs to be written and acted as well… 👀

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Good Chemistry, Weak Characters

I really wanted to love Hidden Love. I enjoy slow-burn romances, well-acted leads, and dramas where characters know what they’re doing. Age gaps and inexperienced male leads don’t bother me at all, and I usually binge dramas in 1–3 days. Yet, this one turned out to be a different experience entirely.

I first started watching it in 2024, and I was intrigued by the story. The first two episodes were enjoyable, with sweet chemistry between the leads, Sang Zhi and Duan Jiaxu. But after that, I couldn’t get fully invested. Over time, I found myself watching sporadically—maybe one episode here and there sometimes taking months between episodes.


The strongest point of the drama is the lead chemistry. Sang Zhi and Duan Jiaxu’s interactions are natural and easy, and the romance has genuinely sweet moments. I found myself giggling, smiling, and even kicking my feet during their cute interactions. Sang Yan, Sang Zhi’s older brother, is another standout. His playful, protective personality adds humor, warmth, and depth, making me wish he appeared even more often. Sang Zhi’s parents are also well-portrayed a calm, mature, healthy couple, which is surprisingly comforting.

However, there were several issues that made it hard for me to continue. Sang Zhi’s early behavior in college felt overly childish, and the timid first interactions with Duan Jiaxu were a little cringe at times. The pacing was very slow, and repeated reminders that “Sang Zhi has grown up” felt unnecessary and repetitive.

The biggest problem for me was Duan Jiaxu’s sudden shift in feelings. While Sang Zhi’s crush develops naturally, his emotional change felt abrupt and came out of nowhere. It disrupted the slow-burn dynamic that I normally enjoy and made it hard to fully connect with the romance.

Side characters were also underdeveloped. Their stories felt cookie-cutter and bland, leaving large parts of the narrative feeling stagnant. Even after almost a decade passed in the story, character growth was minimal, which made the journey less engaging.

Over nearly 1.5 years, I tried really hard to keep up with the drama. I forced myself to watch an episode almost every day, but it felt more like a chore than an enjoyable experience. Finally, around episode 16, I decided to drop it. While I enjoyed the leads and their chemistry, the lack of side character depth, the slow pacing, and the abrupt male lead development were too much for me to continue.

Overall:

Hidden Love has sweet moments, excellent lead chemistry, and heartwarming family dynamics. Fans of slow-burn romance with a feel-good, calm atmosphere will likely enjoy it. But if you value consistent character development, engaging side characters, or a gradual emotional arc for all leads, this drama may test your patience.

Rating: 7/10

Tips for viewers:

Perfect if you love slow-burn romance and heartwarming family interactions.
Be prepared for very slow pacing in the early episodes.
Don’t expect strong secondary character development.
Requires patience, especially if you tend to binge-watch.

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Could Be A Hit If The Mystery Hit on Point

Let me tell you, this show is supposed to be great. The mixture between idol, mystery and romance is really fresh. The mystery itself is good, especially the twist at the end. The idea of the mystery involving idol, complicated relationship, ambitious officials; these all are perfect elements for a crime-romance show. The storyline also very focus and straightforward, no need any silly side stories. Unfortunately, the execution looks missing something. They failed to turn this combination into something big. It's not totally fail, just SO SO CLOSE to be on point.

The mystery is supposed to be the hotshot of the show, but it lacks sparks. I feel the murder case is dragged too long for nothing. It takes 11 episodes to resolve the murder, and the resolution is quite easily earned. The romance is just great, but I think it's because the highlight of the show is somewhere else. Some characters are left behind, especially Chung Jae.

Not much complain on the cast side. Jae Young and Soo Young were doing great, and their chemistry as well. Jae Kwang, Hee Jin, Hyun Jin and even our father Kim Won Hae all did well. However I think Jong Woo's anger looks a bit unnatural.

Weakest point of the show is the mystery resolution. Judging by how wet Hye Ju's hair and coat at that time, I don't think she was able to mop the scene squeaky clean. Also after that she searched the whole room for her earring, like she dropped fingerprints everywhere. What was the police doing??? Also it's bothering me how Se Na easily trusted everyone around La Ik, she trusted his manager, reached Hye Ju for attorney, etc.

For a show that involves a boyband, the soundtrack is little underwhelming. Overall it's still a good watch, but don't expect fluffy romance or complicated mystery.

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Pleasant and relaxing but not unforgettable

It is a good way to pass the time but it feels like many other romance shows. The mix of the virtual reality game and the real world at the start was very interesting. However the game part fades away and the show becomes a typical workplace romance. The main actors have good chemistry and their characters feel realistic. Chen Xing Xu is great to watch but some of his outfits look a bit strange. The female lead is very cheerful and independent which I liked. The pacing is good for most of the show but the last few episodes feel a bit slow. The conflict at the end could have been solved with a simple conversation. I wish the secondary characters got more development because they were quite interesting. Even though it has some flaws like a weak ending and some logical gaps it is still a pleasant watch. It is a cozy story where the good people win and the bad people are punished. If you want something simple and easy to watch you will enjoy this as its the kind of drama you watch to unwind and pass time rather than to be deeply moved.

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Everyone is crazy (in both way)

I watched this because i love all three actors in here and finally Yu Long is playing as antagonist (not with his real CP) so i can watch in ease. Zhang Jinyi acting was commendable and her chemistry with Liang Siwei is overflowing and the kisses scene were so playful.

Plot is about ML is released from prison and gives the FL a mission: to get pregnant with his brother's child to sabotage his arranged marriage. The female lead is shocked: "...What?" ( I am with FL in this time)

This drama reminds me of Zhen Ziqi-Zhao Xixi drama but with difference ML initially had feelings for the FL for the first time, leading to some regret, but this initial attraction wasn't enough to overcome his initial plans. Later, his feelings intensified, unable to resist. Liang Siwei can create portrayal of the changes in his feelings for the FL—his initial attraction and subsequent regret

Two crazy MLs, one is a tough-talking but soft-hearted god, the other is a ruthless person who pretends to be weak but actually strong. Poor FL is caught in the middle. She's already in a quagmire, yet she still has a kind heart. Forced to navigate between two dilemmas, she seeks survival and a new life.

Although FL is being held hostage by ML, she knows how to negotiate, resist, and even manipulate the MLs. FL's ability to discern the problem with the tea and use it to her advantage is commendable! Zhang Jinyi is such a perfect fit for the role.

ML's brother is a complex and multifaceted character, offering many twists and turns; you know he's bad, but he remains enigmatic. I like Yu Long quirky charm in this drama.

Personally the team want to give Hong Kong style cinematography but somehow ended using too many blue filter.

Recommended to Watch.

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