Reviews

The now listen carefully , Jeong Jinman! ~ Jeong Jian

We got the murthelp OG final boss taking orders from the new boss? Jeong Jian . La nueva CEO de Murthehelp ! wow!!
I loved the ending. And was literally questioning myself what did i just watch, it was that cool. I was eagerly waiting for an power packed well directed action thiriller and here it was - Una tienda para asesinos temporada 2. Muy divertido. Me gustó cada parte del show.
The action , the angst of the characters and jeong jinman's resolve to protect his niece was everything. Now i am anticipating another season because I cannot get enough of this duo. In many cases, sequels are a let down but this was not the case here.
Lee Dong Wook is an actor that brings so much color to the character he plays and now I can say the same for Kim Hye Jun. And Lee Tae Young was also outstanding. There is so much i want to say but ahhh i want to let the feeling of season 2 coming to an end sink in.
I am gonna go watch both season 1 and 2 again!

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But if you ask me if it's rewatchable... NOPE. ???... Once was enough for me! ?

🚫 SPOILER ALERT & PERSONAL FEEDBACK 🚫
🎬 Title: Fated Hearts (2025)
Personal Rating: ⭐️ 8.5/10
📺Status: Completed – 38 Episodes
💕 How would you rate this drama?

👑 ML: Feng Suige / First Prince of Susha
— played by Chen Zheyuan
🏹 FL: Fu Yixiao
— played by Li Qin

💕My thoughts:
Honestly, I watched this after Pursuit of Jade and The Prisoner of Beauty because I kept seeing so many recommendations saying this drama was great. And yes, it is great—but unfortunately, it's just not my cup of tea. 😅
The palace politics, betrayals, and conflicts between the kingdoms were too much for me. It felt like heartbreak after heartbreak, and honestly… it was stressful! 😂
To be completely honest, I kept delaying watching it. I would start watching, then stop, then come back to it again. 😅
Initially, I was really hooked because of the enemies-to-lovers theme. But as I continued watching, I realized how serious and heavy the story was.🫣😔💔
I watch dramas to de-stress, not to be stressed! 😂😁
I love strong characters—whether it's the FL, ML, or both—but this drama was just a little too serious for my taste. I kept wishing there were more cute, fluffy, funny, or sweet moments between the leads. 🥹 This one definitely has a more mature and intense romance rather than the fluffy kind that I usually enjoy. 😅

💕Overall:
Fated Hearts earns an 8.5/10 from me. ⭐️
It's a well-made drama with an intense historical romance, action, mystery, and political intrigue. The FL and ML were both great, and I really loved their acting! ❤️
This is actually my first Chen Zheyuan drama where I've seen him take on such an angsty role. I only knew him from Hidden Love, so I honestly didn't expect him to act like this! He did it so well! 😍
I also really loved the last part, especially the Emperor of Jinxiu falling in love with the Princess of Susha. ❤️🥹
I'm glad it has a happy ending for both the ML and FL. ❤️
But if you ask me if it's rewatchable... NOPE. 😂😂😂... Once was enough for me! 😂

Genre:
❤️ Historical Romance
⚔️ Wuxia / Action
🏯 Political / Palace Intrigue
🔍 Mystery & Conspiracy
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Ceasefire: The War Is Over… For Now

Loved this season so much!! The story expanded vastly this season and wasnt confined to just one location. The world of A Shop for Killers 2 feels much bigger now, and by the end of S2, we basically have a ceasefire between Babylon and the Murthehelp team, which leaves plenty of room for a potential S3.

I really liked the idea of using a ceasefire to conclude the season. This was essentially a war between two factions, so unless someone from Babylon breaks the agreement, there should be peace for now. If we get another season, this could allow the story to expand even further and introduce new characters, factions, conflicts, and layers to the A Shop for Killers universe.

Imo stakes were also much higher this season. Both Babylon and Murthehelp suffered major losses, with several important characters being killed. Even the final confrontation ended with the main villain, Kusanagi being killed. However im really glad they chose to let Q live. She definitely fucked up badly in the middle of the drama when she went after Murthehelp to avenge her brother's death but she eventually ended up helping them. So, instead of killing her off, letting her walk away was actually a really good choice. If the story continues into future seasons, Q could potentially become an ally of Murthehelp or help them when they need it.

And honestly, i think this is more realistic when you look at how actual wars work. Its not always about completely destroying the opposing side. There are various factors to consider, alliances can form between people who dont necessarily get along and sometimes you have to keep certain options open in case circumstances change. The ceasefire gives the story a lot more flexibility going forward.

The action was larger than life this season and Kusanagi was honestly a psychopath to the core. Her sheer craziness was so entertaining to watch onscreen. Im also kinda glad they made the main villain this season a woman, considering the main protagonist is also a woman. Some people might think Bale would have been a better choice as the main villain but personally, i think Kusanagi worked perfectly for S2. She was absolutely unhinged and in many ways, even more evil than Bale. She wasnt as physically powerful as him but her sheer unpredictability and insanity made her a terrifying villain.

Hopefully, we will get S3 because there is still so much potential left in this world.

Until then, ceasefire!!

My personal score for this war: 10/10.

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Master She, Granny Xun, and the companion beast completely stole every scene they were in.

***** SPOILER ALERT (PERSONAL FEEDBACK) *****
Personal Rating: ⭐️ 8.5/10
💕 How would you rate this drama?
Title: Love In The Clouds (2025)
Status: Completed – 36 Episodes

ML: Ji Bo Zai (a warrior of Jixing Abyss with a criminal past) – played by Hou Minghao
FL: Ming Yi / Ming Xian (the God of War from Yaoguang Mountain) – played by Lu Yuxiao
This is actually my first completed drama of Hou Minghao. I previously tried watching Back From the Brink but ended up dropping it. It's also my second drama of Lu Yuxiao after My Journey to You.
I can safely say this drama is worth finishing if you're looking for a light fantasy romance. I honestly planned to drop it in the beginning because of the cringe moments and the continuous lies. 😂 But the story really picked up around Episode 13, and that's when it became much more interesting and had some good twists.

The story revolves around the Qingyun Tournament, where the winner receives the Blessed Rain that brings prosperity to their realm. Ming Yi, who had won the tournament for seven consecutive years, is finally defeated by Ji Bo Zai. During the tournament, she is poisoned by Heavenly Grief, causing her spiritual vein to break. Believing Ji Bo Zai poisoned her, she disguises herself as a fairy attendant from Moonlit Blossoms to get close to him and find the antidote.

🖤 What fell short for me:
1. The first half of the drama was just okay—not bad, but not particularly engaging.
2 . The FL was cute and sweet, but at times she became a little annoying because of her fake persona. I know she was pretending for a reason, but I wish they had toned it down so we could have seen more genuine interactions and conversations between the leads.
3. Some episodes felt slow, especially the Nether Beast episodes which dragged on longer than necessary.
4. There were too many side characters that didn't really add much to the story.
5. Mu Qi Bai (the first main villain) had way too much screen time—it honestly became irritating.
6. It even felt like the supporting characters had more total screen time than the main couple.
7. The FL kept lying even after the ML had already been sincere with her, and that became frustrating to watch.

❤️ What I loved:
1. The chemistry between the leads was good.
2. Master She, Granny Xun, and the companion beast completely stole every scene they were in. They were funny, adorable, and made the drama much more enjoyable.
3. The drama has a satisfying happy ending.
4. Hou Minghao is so handsome. 😍

Overall: Love In The Clouds earns an 8.5/10 from me. It's a decent fantasy romance with a slow start, but it gets much better in the second half of the drama. I just wish the FL's performance had been more convincing and emotionally expressive, as stronger emotional delivery would have made the scenes more impactful. The ML also did well, but I wish he had shown a bit more intensity and anger in certain scenes. His naturally sweet and cute face sometimes made it difficult to fully convey the fiercer side of his character. 😅

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From Page to Screen: Payback Delivers the Chemistry

​Let me tell you, I really like it.

​Sun's life feels so painful. For someone who rarely shows emotion, his pain runs deep. I don't know if I'm viewing it the exact way the writer intended, but I really appreciate how his distance from his family is portrayed. He wasn't close to them, so the lack of traditional emotional warmth makes total sense. I like that they didn't make it overly melodramatic precisely because he never had that closeness with them to begin with.

​As for Jay, I love his mystery and the clever ways he helps Sun. Having read the manhwa, I can say it was fab! Jay's personality reminds me of Arthit from SOTUS S—quiet, smart, but a total softie underneath.

​I also love Sky and P'Kajorn's characters. Yes, I definitely suspected Kajorn at first (sorry, Phi!), but their dedication to what they do, despite society and traumas leaving them with seemingly no choices, is admirable. They still stood up and fought.

And please, Sky and Pakin (played by Boss in real life)—they have chemistry, yow! Sorry to Boss's usual pairing, but his chemistry with Pakin is a must-watch!

​Seeing them has me wishing they could do a classic university setup as seniors and freshmen. I miss those older BL university series.

It feels like the actors from those eras have reached their limit and stopped making them (which makes sense since they aren't getting younger), but university series will always hold a special place in my heart as the genre that opened the door for BL.

​Going back to Payback—I love the plot twist! I wasn't the biggest fan of the tattoo change, though. I guess they changed it to a sun for the series to match his name, whereas in the manhwa I believe it was a karma eye. Either way, it’s a gripping ride!

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I had high hopes, should've known better

Everyone Loves Me is a chinese romance story between the main leads Yue Qianling and Gu Xuan
The part that made me drop this show was how Gu Xuan rejected Yue Qianling, he was being overly harsh for no reason, I think the supposed justification for this action was that he thought Yue Qianling was going to confess to a boy at her school, but turns out Yue Qianling had lent her account to her younger cousin earlier, causing Gu Xuan to think Yue Qianling had a crush on someone else, making him in a bad mood, and rejecting her by saying “I don't like you. I will never like you. You just aren't my type”, with a microphone attached to him, causing the whole campus to hear. This was so cruel for no reason at all, he could've acted normally and have said “I'm sorry but, I don't like you”, but he had to run his mouth. He only realized how cruel his actions were after hearing Yue Qianling crying while playing with him and their other teammates, in which he realized that the girl he likes is the same girl he rejected. This show would've been so much better if the male lead was someone other than Gu Xuan since it was obvious in a upcoming episodes after Gu Xuan's rejection that Yue Qianling did NOT wanna talk to him. I honestly had to drop this show during episode 9 because why would I wanna watch something where the female lead looks like she's about to cry being NEAR the male lead. The acting was good and made the show better, same with the editing.

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Road to Success: Great at Football, Slightly Lost on the Road

At its heart, Road to Success is a story about rising when everyone around you is basically saying, “Yeah… probably not.” And honestly, that part works. It’s a feel-good sports drama about friendship, loyalty, resilience, hard work, and believing in yourself even when success seems like a very distant goal.

As a sports drama/slice-of-life, I really enjoyed it. In fact, I think the drama would have been stronger if it had simply stayed there.

Because then came the thriller/suspense plot.

And I was like… Why are we doing this? 😂

The suspense elements felt unnecessary and, at times, completely out of sync with the overall tone of the drama. The female lead’s trauma, in particular, could have been written in a much more natural way. The male lead’s backstory was more believable, but even that lacked a bit of cohesiveness.

There were also quite a few plot elements that I felt could have been removed. Instead of adding more mystery and drama, I would have preferred the writers to focus on the players themselves—their struggles, their failures, their personal battles, and how they managed to overcome them. Their individual backstories had the potential to be much more compelling than some of the things the drama chose to emphasize.

And then there are the unnecessary characters.

Take Ju Li, the female lead’s childhood friend. I spent a good portion of the drama asking myself, “Okay… but why is she here?” 😂 I genuinely did not understand what her character contributed to the overall story. Eventually, whenever she appeared, my finger automatically went to the fast-forward button. Sorry, Ju Li.

Now, the actors.

Esther Yu plays Lin Wanxing, a supposedly intelligent and empathetic teacher whose outlook on life has been affected by trauma. And honestly… what can I say about Esther Yu’s acting that I haven’t already seen in her other dramas? Her performance is very much Esther Yu being Esther Yu. If you already like her style, you’ll probably enjoy her here. If you were hoping for something dramatically different… well, manage your expectations. 😂

As for Chen Jing Ke, who plays Wang Fa, this was actually my introduction to him. I can’t say his acting completely won me over. I felt that he could have brought more nuance and emotional depth to the character. That said, his overall performance was still good.

And, well… the man is very handsome.

His face, chest, and abs occasionally provided the emotional depth the script was missing. 😂😂😂 You know what I mean.

But honestly, the real stars for me were the boys on the team.

I loved their loyalty to one another, their determination, their work ethic, and—most importantly—their genuine love for football. Their friendship and camaraderie were easily some of the most enjoyable parts of the drama.

Bottom line: Road to Success is a nice watch, especially if you enjoy sports dramas and stories about friendship, perseverance, and chasing your dreams. I just wish the writers had trusted the strength of that story instead of adding unnecessary suspense, trauma, and characters that distracted from it.

Sometimes, you don’t need a complicated plot twist.

Just give me the boys, the football, the friendship, the struggles, and Chen Jing Ke’s abs. That’s enough. 😂

Rating: A nice, enjoyable watch—with a few unnecessary detours on the road to success.

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Why Bad Buddy Still Shines

​As a longtime fan of classic BL series like SOTUS and works starring OffGun, it takes a lot for a new couple to truly win me over. Finding genuine compatibility and top-tier chemistry is rare, which is why I went into Bad Buddy Series (2021) with hesitation—and ended up liking it far more than I ever thought I would.

​Even knowing the real-world actors (Ohm and Nanon) may not star together again, their on-screen chemistry is undeniably top-notch. From the very beginning, I loved how the series contrasts the contrasting lives and personalities of Pran and Pat.

​While I initially found their respective friend groups a bit "too much" with all their chaos, it ultimately grew on me and became part of the show's charm—I ended up loving the craziness of their friends and how naturally their romance eventually blossomed out of all that rivalry.

​Beyond the romance, the commentary on family dynamics hit hard. While generational feuds like this might belong to an older era, the show brilliantly highlights how ridiculous it is when parents try to pass down their conflicts to their children. Watching those childish parental fights—when the adults could have simply talked things out or ignored each other—was endlessly frustrating, but it added a very real, high-stakes emotional core to the story.

​Overall, Bad Buddy delivers a brilliant spin on the classic enemies-to-lovers trope, anchored by phenomenal leads, unforgettable chemistry, and a memorable story.

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WOW

HOW does someone even come up with something this crazy, respectfully,
This show is in a league of its own. It was so good I genuinely forgot to breathe multiple times.
First thing first despite having TWO seasons, the story actually remains cohesive. No random plot gymnastics. The writing actually knows where it’s going.
The acting and action? S-class. Absolutely ridiculous. Every scene had something going for it, and the emotional moments knew their job. They linger just long enough for you to actually FEEL the weight of what happened before throwing you straight into the revenge plot. And when the revenge finally comes, youre not just watching you feel it too.
Loved that the story isn’t obsessed with the usual “save this, save that, sacrifice everything for the greater good” they are mercenaries bro be real. A lot of it is far more personal business, compromises, loyalties, grudges, and people making very questionable decisions for very understandable reasons.
Loved it, oh and the robots hate them.

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TharnType Season 2: 7 Years of Love — Still Toxic, Still Struggling

​To put it simply: I still don't like it.

​After seven years together, you would expect these characters to have matured, but instead, most of the episodes are bogged down by an exhausting, mind-numbing lack of communication.

Every single conflict feels dragged out purely because the characters refuse to sit down and talk like actual adults.

​Tharn & Type: For a couple that has supposedly been together for 7 years, their dynamic is painfully stuck in reverse. Tharn spends a massive chunk of the series constantly walking on eggshells or pushing for things like marriage, only to be met with Type's defensive walls. And Type—oh, Type. Whenever he has a bad day at work, he habitually takes his stress and frustration out on Tharn. The total lack of emotional reciprocity and the constant misread signals make their relationship feel more exhausting than romantic.

​Fiat: Brought in as the major wildcard and antagonist, Fiat is a complete mess of emotional instability. While his tragic backstory gets explored later, watching him cross boundaries, manipulate situations, and aggressively insert himself between Tharn and Type is super frustrating but then his emotionally wreck so I gave him a little pass. He needed serious psychological help long before he ever needed a love interest.

​Leo: Leo acts as the ultimate anchor and protector, constantly cleaning up after Fiat's chaos. You can't help but feel for him because he's stuck dealing with someone so erratic, yet his unwavering patience and loyalty are basically what hold his side of the narrative together. I love his role but hated what he did to Fiat, like bruh! You could've done better.

​The supporting cast—like Champ and Dr. Khunpol—actually provide some of the only genuinely refreshing and breathable moments in the entire show. They offer a sweeter, much-needed contrast to the heavy toxicity of the main plot, though they don't get nearly enough screen time to fully shine.

​Overall, Season 2 doubles down on the drama without earning the emotional growth, making it a pretty frustrating watch from start to finish.

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good GOODBYE

I'm writing my first review here because I'm deeply touched by this series.

I started watching it the minute it started airing in March but it took me too long to finish it until today, and it's totally my cup of tea. It's a slow-paced melodrama about two teenagers who have to deal with a lot of things while they're still too young. Then we have a 10-year time jump, when they meet again under different circumstances.

I think this series wanted to show that we can have a good GOODBYE, and that it's not always a bitter feeling. We can love someone deeply, but when we're with them, we can feel like we're stuck in a cage and trapped in a cycle. I believe it was really a good choice for them to be apart at the end because, as the FL said, they would have remained stuck in the same loop without getting anywhere.

Personally, I related to both characters. I related to the ML because I'm the first child, and as I grew up, it was always my responsibility to take care of things when they got worse, even when I was too young. And I related to the FL because I understand her feelings. She wanted to stay with the ML but thought that maybe a better time would come when they could work things out together. But sadly, sometimes it's not just about timing.

Although I believe the writer could have done a better job of writing her character, especially when it comes to her thoughts and how she felt throughout those 10 years. I think the series moved too fast, maybe because it was only 10 episodes. That's why a lot of people called her toxic, which I don't think she was. They just didn't show enough of her perspective. She was young and was dealing with a lot of things all at the same time, so of course she could have made some mistakes.

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A script from 2010 only got made in 2026

The whole shows premise with cohabitation and amnesia is peak 2010 or maybe even before that. Was I entertained? Yes
Did I like the characters? Yes
Will I rewatch? I doubt it but who knows.

I think the script was as good as it gets for this premise. I doubt it can be improved further. Compared to other recent shows like my royal nemesis and dynamite kiss, this show manages to keep a good pace. There was no rush towards a happy ending. It was consistent throughout.

The actors were all well cast and suited to their roles. ML was reserved and rather shy but I guess if he was anything else he would’ve been considered a creep. I think the way the FL reciprocated his love quickly was a little out of character given the fact she was a star prosecutor and had a boyfriend in her pre-amnesia world. But I enjoyed the blossoming romance. She was very good in comedy. It reminded me of strong girl bong soon, the cute romcom scenes. But ML was just a bit more boring in this.

The villain was your typical gangster. They went for the almighty plot twist. The hero being the villain’s son. It was giving Star Wars but did I gasp? Oh yes I did. Sometimes these old fashioned tropes are what these dramas need.

Our grandma from every kdrama was here too. At 89 she’s as bright as ever. Loved every moment she was in. Her scenes were the most heartwarming.

The wedding scene was just pure nostalgia. These newer dramas don’t have time for it even if they’re 1.5 hr 12/14 episodes but this one managed to have time to sort the villain out and have a good half an episode to give everyone a nice ending.

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My Accidental BL Gateway (And Why It Traumatized Me First)

TharnType holds a special (and slightly chaotic) place in my heart as the very first BL series I ever watched (way back pandemic) (sue me!).

​To be completely honest, I was actually traumatized!

Because it was my introduction to the genre!

There are so many scenes where you got confused cause like 'why are they not asking for consent?' That is a massive, absolute no-no for me.

The only reason I kept watching was because I felt like there was a deeper story hiding underneath all the mess, but those non-consensual elements still leave a bad taste in my mouth to this day.

​If I could go back in time, I just really wish it had been my second or third BL instead of my absolute first!

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An interesting premise

So bad at reviews but things I hated about this movie
1. acting is actually so bad it's unbelievable. somehow the only believable scenes were the intimate scenes between the leads
2. Incompetent characters so they can remain weak? you're a whole cop and you can't break out of a little fight
3. Everyone just showing up at the right huh, chulmin then Yidos boss.
4. Yido is so ruthless but never finished his job because he saw a cute guy he wanted to have sex with... uhmmm

things I liked
1. Chemistry was too good, when they would touch each others lips and look butay each other. Those intimate scenes were so lovely. It's obvious how much effort was put into it.
2. That sequence at the end seeing them running around, Yido smiling and his scar being so present but he's so happy.

improvements
1. Better acting will have made this way better even if the story has loopholes, unanswered questions and Is not well developed.
2. Competent professionals... don't tell me you're a cop when you can't even so anything. at least Yido showed his skills but we have to make the 'bottom' as weak as possible.
3. the storyline, the backstory just felt so rushed... we got the big idea but I think if we saw more. it will made the show much better.

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