Reviews

Not a Review Although, I may leave my opinion on this

My main question, after I ask myself, “why am I watching this? (“Out of pure boredom,” I answered), is: What is wrong with the person playing Hae Jun, that he REFUSES to open his lips, or kiss properly, while being given wide, open-mouth kisses from Jae Hun? It’s just so weird and off-putting! It’s not as if that’s the ONLY problem with this series, but it bothers me every time!

The first season was not good and the production has not improved in any way in the second.

And why, for the love of god, does Jae Hun need a physiotherapist? Doesn’t he need some kind of psychotherapy?

I will add a positive comment… I think the actor, Jung Myung-Cheol, who plays JaeHun, is very attractive and is the better actor of the two leads. Maybe, if given a better script, with better direction, and a decent production, he could do well, but this is not it, for sure.

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Almost as good as Khemjira

I binged watched this series and I am so glad that i waited for it to finish before watching it. I am a huge fan of alternative bls, we definitely need more of them. I have only two BL's that rank higher than this in my mind and that is Khemjira and Not me! I understand why some people feel the series lost some traction at the end and is entitled to their opinion, for me I really enjoyed the way it ended and if a series can make you cry then for me it has done it's Job. I am really looking forward to more series with this couple as i think they have great chemistry together. We certainly need more alternative BLS and it seems like they are getting better at them. we cant forget that these are supposed to be BLs and so are somewhat expected to be different to Gay Romance Drama/thrillers etc.

This is just my opinion on things. if anyone can recommend any more alternative BLS please let me know.

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Quite nice so far (UNFINISHED)

Haven’t finished the series yet so bear with me. One thing that I wanted to note is that I’m finding Dunk’s acting much stiffer than his previous works. I don’t know if he hasn’t adjusted well to his character, anyway I find him pretty “robotic”, his delivery is a bit plain and not really convincing, and personally it throws me out the immersion. Maybe it might change later on but I don’t know, it’s bugging me a bit right now.
Other than that, I like the other characters,the story is convincing and a bit challenging (finally!) and I’m invested. Will be back after finishing it :)

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Boyfriend on Demand is a very funny and romantic show. It’s fantasy but still brings something fresh and comedic to the table.
It’s perfect for anybody needing a break from their own life and wanting to enter a new glamorous world, without worrying about anything else. Boyfriend on Demand really sucks you up and keeps you in the bubble filled of romance, comedy and Jisoo!

I think it’s a fresh approach seeing many stories and plots about one woman dating many different men. It feels new since a lot of the dramas I’ve watched often only focus on a few couples who stick to their own partner.

JISOO! I think she really has improved as an actress and I that this role fit Jisoo very well. She really wore so many outfits, it’s crazy! Jisoo really looked stunning in every single one of them. While I of course knew that Mi Rae would be the female lead, I was pleasantly surprised by how much screentime she had. Like she really dominated the show.

Even though I enjoyed Seo Eun Ho and Seo Mi Rae together so much, I’m really happy that she ended up with somebody from reality. I think that gives a clear message about dating AI nowadays too. Seo Mi Rae and Park Gyeong Nam made such a great couple, they were so cute together! Love to see the cute backstories, for example park Gyeong Nam staying at the office even when he didn’t have any deadline to worry about!

I was pretty sceptical about the first 1.5 episodes, but it swiftly improved and reached its peak with episode three.

Lee Ji Yeon was so funny and gorgeous, loved her and I hope she could date Min Jun Yeong.

Could have been better:

Some parts were a bit messy/confusing and I didn’t particularly love the last episode. Boyfriend on Demand is obviously a pretty light-weighted drama, so while I didn’t really expect anything deep, the absence of it is probably one of the things that stop me from connecting to the drama as much as I could have been.
Otherwise don’t really have anything to complain about.

Truly recommend it!

Best episode: Episode 3

Disclaimer: Blackpink is one of my ult groups, hence I might overpraise Jisoo a little but in my eyes she did really well!

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Hilarious from beginning till the end

A show that's not meant to be taken seriously. There will be some sensitive aspects that kind of made me go ?? it's lowkey offensive lmao but it's nothing too bad. Aside from that, the whole plot is just pure slapstick comedy and the actors' comedic timing amplified it. It's almost like the whole cast are comedians. A recommended watch if you're depressed and need a good laugh. I really enjoyed the enemy to lover between the leads, though i'll have to say i do kind of prefer their fighting dynamic more because the things that the FL did to the ML just have me in tears. Second couple had a completely different dynamic but was equally as enjoyable as the main couple. Plot is also easy to digest and was a breeze to finish. Overall a very fun show to binge

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Much better than expected.

Threads of Destiny

I love a rebirth drama that have three things:

1. The leads actually use their knowledge for growth
2. The leads get their revenge, and it is satisfying
3. The leads don’t get stepped on and look stupid.

This drama had all three. I found this drama light and fluffy, with a good-looking cast. There are no surprises in this story it has been done a million times, especially in vertical dramas. So, if you are looking for new and different. You will not find it, except for a twist toward the end. What you will find is a story that is done well for what it was. It was not a big production, but the production was good. It was not a blockbuster, but the writing and directing is decent. It was everything it claimed to be a short, sweet rebirth drama. I enjoyed this short drama. The leads had tremendous chemistry and looked good together. The casing was good for me, and the other actors played their parts well.

If you get sucked into vertical dramas on YouTube, then you will like this. Take it for what it is, and that is better than expected.

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What u must know before starting this drama

My opening statement - I have mixed feelings. The actors did their best, there was a strong female lead and slowburn romance.

Positives:
1. Cast
2. Strong female lead
3. More focused on the plot, as in, cases instead of romance - something different

Negatives:
1. Boring - the plot just gets boring. As we live in the modern world and many of us aren't from china, it is as it is challenging to follow the mysterious cases and the methodology of solving such cases. So, when directing such detective thriller historical dramas, special attention has to be paid to details and it has to be made sure that the viewers can understand the story. Thus I believe the main reason I found it boring despite such strong leads was poor storytelling.
2. Some cases just don't make sense and the drama runs for so long. That's a bummer.

This drama would never be my first choice. I'm expecting much more from Bai Lu's and Cheng Lei's drama 'Mo Li'.

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Very fun to binge

I enjoyed the show thoroughly the romcom was so well done and watching the show felt like a breeze and very entertaining. I absolutely adore the fire chemistry between FL and ML, they're perfect together literally a chemistry that will never leave my mind. I ended up having a crush on both of them by the end of the show LMAO. Kim Okvin is such a girl crush! The comedy part was so enjoyable too, i had so much fun. The reason for my 8.5 is because it got a bit slow near the end, because they gave the airtime to the 2nd couple which i was honestly not too interested in. Overall a recommended romcom for me

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Magic happens under this director Zeng Qing Jie

Even though the leads are both really good-looking, most of their past dramas were kind of meh for me. A few were decent enough to finish, but none really made me go “WOW” until this one.

Honestly, I think director Zeng Qing Jie is a big reason this drama works so well. Everything from the styling and lighting to the storytelling just clicks, and the camera really knows how to capture the leads at their best.

The opening visuals and music give off a similar vibe to Blossom. The chemistry is very good esp by ep 7, but I wouldn’t say it’s as explosive as Blossom. Still, it’s a fun and enjoyable watch with a lot going for it.

There are also some nice bits of humor, thanks to solid supporting actors. The pacing feels right, and by episode 6, the story clearly moves into the next stage.

Definitely a must watch of 2026!

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Surprisingly reallllly good!

Park Shin-hye is amazing I didn't think from the poster or character look it would be that great. But it's definitely worth watching.

Not only for her but the storyline is what stood out for me the most. It keeps you hooked throughout the whole series which is remarkable and well done for this genre and setup. All the twists, turns and challenges get you engrossed. They delivered and executed the storytelling incredibly well. You cannot get bored watching this series and you won't want to drop off anywhere.

The writers and team have done an excellent job at keeping this drama fresh, insightful, intriguing and funny. You think many times you may know what will happen in a scene as expected from other dramas, but literally every time it's completely a new take, this is what makes this drama even more enjoyable and refreshing to watch. I'm super glad I clicked play - you will be too! It's the best uncovercover series I've seen.

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To My Beloved Thief(2026) is a good Korean fantasy romantic comedy set during historical times with Moon Sang Min as Yi Yeol / Grand Prince Do Wol and Nam Ji Hyun as Hong Eun Jo / Hong Gil Dong in thr leading couple’s role. This drama has a stellar cast that did a great job bringing their characters to life and the leading couple had a great chemistry during their interactions and their slow burn romance. the soul swapping theme was done very well and the leading actors really portrayed each other’s nuances convincingly; they also had a healthy relationship with great communication that developed into a steadfast and supportive love that transcended class and gender differences which. not only was part of their personalities but it was greatly engender by the soul swapping fantasy element. Overall, even though there are a few repetitive instances that the drama didn’t need, the drama is well done and entertaining, enjoy it!
This drama can be found on: https://www.viki.com/tv/41295c-to-my-beloved-thief#about

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Transmigration turned into entertainment, drama, and romance without inhibitions.

I confess that I came to “How Dare You?” without having read the novel, the manhua, or seen the donghua and minidrama. And perhaps because of that, because I had no expectations or comparisons to make, I was treated to one of the most pleasant surprises of the year. This drama is, quite simply, a delight from start to finish.

The cast is impeccable. Wang Chu Ran and Cheng Lei not only have chemistry, but they carry the credibility of a crazy premise on their shoulders and make it work. She shines in the duality of being a modern woman trapped in the body of a seductive consort; he, as the tyrant Zhang San (Xiahou Dan), manages to be terrifying, ridiculous, vulnerable, and adorable in a matter of seconds. Their evolution within the book, especially his considering he lived a long time trapped in that reality, is one of the emotional pillars of the story.

What I liked most is how the drama takes the cliché of “entering the book” and revitalizes it. The protagonists do not leave their modern humanity behind: their 21st-century essence constantly clashes with the rules of the ancient world, creating hilarious situations but also interesting dilemmas. The premise is simple but effective: they have to survive by playing the tyrant and the seductive consort while trying to change the destiny written in the book. And they do so with intelligence, humor, and a lot of romantic tension.

The drama strikes an enviable balance between comedy, romance, drama, and intrigue. There are moments of genuine laughter, scenes that quicken the pulse, and others that tug at the heartstrings. The funny moments are not mere comic relief, but an essential part of the characters' personalities and their way of coping with a world that is not their own.

The villain, Prince Duan, is another success. He is human, truly evil, and above all, consistent: he will never love anyone but himself, and the drama does not attempt to falsely redeem him. The secondary characters are also well drawn; there are several that you end up growing fond of, which enriches the journey.

If I have to find a fault (and that's why I'm not giving it a 10), it's the ending. Not because it's bad—it's happy and satisfying—but because of that device so typical of transmigration dramas: the scene where they meet in the real world and look at each other. I admit, it bothers me. I would have loved to see more exploration of their adaptation to modernity, especially in the case of Zhang San, who spent so much time inside the book. A few specials showing his life in the present, with its conflicts and culture shock, would have been the perfect finishing touch.

Conclusion:
“How Dare You?” is a drama that embraces its absurd premise and turns it into gold. With charismatic performances, a brisk pace, well-constructed characters, and an enviable balance between genres, it becomes an addictive and hugely enjoyable experience. Yes, the ending plays with a cliché that I personally don't like, but the journey is so fun, intense, and romantic that I forgive everything. I loved it, and I loved it a lot.

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Loved, loved, loved their chemistry ❣️

When I heard that we would get to see these two boys in a series together again after ten years, I was incredibly moved. I knew before the premiere that it wouldn’t be their story after Addicted, since they didn’t get the rights from the author, so I was expecting something different.

The first four episodes was overall good. Even though it was clear from the start that the series had a fairly low budget, the shots throughout were beautiful and the chemistry between the two leads might be some of the best I’ve ever seen. That chemistry was honestly what kept me watching until the end.

The script, however, had holes from the very beginning, and the direction didn’t help at all. Aside from the gorgeous cinematography and the main couple’s chemistry, I didn’t find much else interesting. Each episode felt worse than the one before, and the writing became almost nonsensical in the final episodes. For such a short series, there were far too many filler scenes. I won’t even comment on the second couple.

Despite all that, I finished it, mostly for emotional reasons and out of respect for these two amazing actors, who kept the promise they made to their fans even ten years later.

I can’t give it more than 7 out of 10, and even that seems pretty generous overall.

Still, I really hope to see them together again in another project with a tighter script, their chemistry is absolutely chef’s kiss. 🤌

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