Reviews

An overall Disappointment

Just finished Only You and honestly… it was tough to get through… I’m a bit disappointed!

The story had potential but the execution just wasn’t there. The pacing was off, the emotions felt flat at times, and the production quality didn’t match the hype. Some scenes looked rushed or unevenly edited, which really pulled me out of the story.

Lingling and Orm did their best. Chemistry was there — just not supported by strong direction or writing. Honestly Lingling and Orm deserve better.
The OST and visuals were nice, but they couldn’t hide the weak production.

It’s not terrible, just disappointing. Only You could’ve been something special with better writing and higher production value.

Read More

Waste of talant and screentime

This drama starts off pretty interesting, with secrets, deceit, ambition, horrible parants. Rich vs poor, lies vs truth... etc. Most of the characters are okay, some even really good those first bunch of episodes and I dare say it even strts off as a retty easy binge.


But then comes the never ending propaganda, educational series of boring business twists that do not make much sense and are either dragged out to all eternity (or at least it feels like it) or rushed.... a 25 episode build up wrapped up with three words that just passed by in a flash.

So basically cut the episode to 15-20 focus on one story and not a bunch of I must amke it on my own stuff, plus, minus... and it could have been an 8 or even 8,5 but I just cant ignore the later episodes never ending mumbo jumbo. So basically if you choose to watch this ID say stop somewhere around episode 20 and you will be fine.... .

Read More

Brave enough to be silly!

I love me a show that is populated and driven entirely by delightful weirdos and this one did not disappoint.
The characters are obviously a highlight (my favourites being Hyejin, my queen, and Giseob, whom my notes only refer to as "the human paper shredder of great and roiling emotions") and the sheer bisexual chaos depicted on screen is so glorious the show is worth watching for that alone.
But beyond the superb humour there are threads of something deeper, subtle explorations of complex themes like love hindered by shame, and the lengths we go to to gain even a tiny shred of love, often changing ourselves so much we become unrecognisable. The show clearly has a very solid grasp of what it means to be human and what it means specifically for its characters, and this only serves to heighten the impact of both comedic and emotional scenes.
My only real complaint is that I wish that Balgeum and Inho's story had been more fleshed out, but even as is I can't say I was truly dissatisfied in any way.
In short I highly recommend this show to anyone looking for a slightly unusual yet spectacularly effective romcom with just the right amount of depth to make it meaningful.

Read More

Its a rage bait I guess?

I had high hopes for this and I hate myself for it. The story lost focus from episode 27 onward when all characters started to do stupid stuff and tropey scenes got piled up. From episode 30 I watched on 2x speed only so I can see these lunatics come to their sticky ends.

So what went right ? The first half did. We had interesting characters. A female general who looked and behaved like one. Yi xiao is hard headed but she loves and protects with all her might.
A capable crown prince who is not interested in being an emperor and dreams of a normal life with honesty and clarity. Sui ge is both respected and feared by everyone and he harbors deep resentment towards people who have wronged his mother
These two go from enemies to allies to friends to lovers. Their relationship is mature that leaves no space for tropey misunderstandings.
A mistreated prince, Jing shi, who lives out of sheer spite. All he does is to prove he deserves to be breathing. He's both tender and menacing.
Throw in a love fool princess, a mad king, a masked antagonist and a few scheming politicians and everything seems fine.
There are themes of loyalty, betrayals, obsession and love with a sprinkle of political intrigue. Its well paced with decent production.

What went wrong? Writer cant stop torturing the male lead. Sui ge spends his entire time getting betrayed by everyone minus Yi xiao and barely escaping death. His senile sadistic father spent all his life isolating his son in hopes of manipulating him to be more ambitious. ( his method doesn't make a lick of sense but we digress) All while his own ambition turned multiple people into his sworn enemy who now point the sword to Sui ge trying to seize the throne. There are 6 antagonist in this story and they all trying for revenge of some sort. All of the were walking on my nerves with their crazy shenanigans. we didn't need so many of them . The story just turned nonsensical and it dragged on and on dragging Yi xia too where she was just there to save Sui ge life yet again.
second leads story was also a mess. I stuck to the end for these two specifically but none of them really got what they deserved. Just lame.
None of the characters had a satisfying ending. Couldn't even celebrate the evils dying before main leads fell back to another problem. The ones who got the crown didn't even deserve to have it ( no one cares about the people I guess) and main leads get their peace but do they really?

Now lets talk about production. All actors are well casted and while the main leads are embodying their roles, the chemistry is none existent. The skin smoothing effect was both excessive and inconsistent. It has great costumes and styling but the lightening was horrendous It reminded me of " story of kunning palace" from same director. actually many scenes reminded me of that drama (derogatory)

Read More

Fast paced romance drama

If you’re suffering from any c-trauma or waiting for other full dramas to complete airing, this is a great fast paced short drama to watch in between.

Plot is simple (it’s a short drama after all), no unnecessary misunderstandings nor draggy scenes. All straight to the point yet filled with sweet scenes. Just thought the kisses could have been “hotter”, most of the time it’s just the FL going for it 😂

Yes its a happy ending and I love how the final scene connected back to the first episode/lifetime.

Despite being a short drama, ost is pretty good! ML really reminds me of Hu Yi Tian 😳

Read More

Cute but needed more work to enhance it

I usually do not compare dramas however since MSP and MLMU carries the same theme I couldn't help but think about MSP while watching MLMU and honestly I wasn't satisfied. I wasn't disappointed either but there's a lingering feeling longing for more.

The plot was interesting at the beginning but lost it's charm because of the extremely slow progression. The chemistry wasn't there. I enjoyed the behind the scenes more than the drama because of the amazing chemistry of GemFourth but the drama was definitely not directed and edited to the brim. It lacked something and that is such a let down because GemFourth are amazing actors. Thap's character could have been done better. He felt like he was just there. I was more invested in the side couple.

The acting was good though. Thap's character wasn't developed well so it fell off after awhile but Gemini still did a quite good job. Fourth as well. However Chokun and Pahn as a newbie truly caught my attention.

The budget was there but the quality of the production could have been better. There were few scenes too slow or just unnecessary.

I haven't watched the J version however the color and essence of the Thai version is completely different from the J version and I in no means am doing any comparison but I was expecting a little more. Still definitely worth the watch if you just want to watch something cute and fresh while having meals.

Read More

Sweet but flawed

Okay first and foremost I wanna say that I'm going to tackle all the issues I found in the show ; however, I loved it, it was sweet, heartbreaking sometimes and heartwarming others...
But. There is a huge issue with this show (and it might be related to budget) the audio engineering, the mixing, and the microphones quality are awful. It takes a while to get used to it. On top of that, when actors shout or talk loudly the mics are saturated. That would be the main issue I have with Pluto's production as the show is visually good.
Also, while Namtan, Film, Dao and Kapook are really great actors who easily convey emotions through the screen. The other actors are not as talented and the gap between them is enormous. Especially the male cast. However, the chemistry between Namtan and Film during the show is amazing and every scene with them is so sweet.
As for the story, there really is a pacing problem beginning during episode 6 until the end. The issues Ai and May are going through are taking them a painful amount of time to fix, they really have a communication problem that's way too obviously forced by the plot.
However, the show sheds light on so many important themes such as disability, homophobia, family, universal design, accessibility, friendship, and so on...
Overall, this show was really great but also had flaws (mostly related to budget and poor pacing).

Read More

ENEMIES TO LOVER DONE RIGHT

Fated Love is one of those dramas I honestly didn’t expect to be this good. The enemies-to-lovers dynamic? Absolutely mind-blowing. I can’t remember any other drama that handled this trope so seriously and so well. Maybe a few tried, but none gave me the same hype I felt here.

The plot might sound common — two nations at war, an emperor’s concubine playing the villain — but the twists were so unpredictable. I loved how my opinions of characters kept changing. For example, Xia Jingyan started as someone I disliked, but ended up being one of my favorites, especially because of his relationship with Xingyan.

And Chengyang! I really thought he’d turn evil because of Empress Zhuang’s lies, but his brotherhood was stronger than that. That twist genuinely got me.

The two main leads totally slayed until the very last episode. Yixiao was such a strong general, though sometimes her actions made me forget she was a general — she reminded me more of a martial artist from a Xuanhuan or Wuxia world.

Also, I couldn’t stop laughing when some people said they dropped this drama because of Zheyuan’s lips — like, seriously? People were going crazy over Jiaxu before! (Not everyone, of course.)

Still, I’m left with a few questions: Who attacked the Storm Alliance? Who ended up ruling Jinxiu? Did I miss a scene, or was that left hanging? And does Weiran know that Jingshi was the one behind that abduction place?

Either way, I really hope they release a special episode. Overall — HIGHLY RECOMMENDABLE.

Read More

Cute, simple bl and extremely good !

This was such a cute bl. I normally watch bl's that are 50 minutes per episode but I found it extremely relaxing that this bl was only 20 min per ep. What I personally really like the most is the setting, I'm such a big fan of the country side ish settings and it makes me always really happy, one thing that was a little bit less exciting, that was the acting of Yoon do Jin, BUT it was only a few moments where I had to cringe or it just looked fake, overall, it is amazing acting for on-screen debut!!

It was super cutesy, I really enjoyed this bl, even if it was simple. It was full of green flags and just really cute. No pointless arguments. Just cuties. Really recommend!

Read More

A Tale of a Blank Canvas caught in-between a Good Psycho, a Bad Psycho, and a Non-Psycho.

I guess binging this and not watch it weeks after weeks during the hype do change your perception of the drama.

Do I find it better than most Korean bland, sappy poorly acting BLs out there? Definitely.

But is it a good story? Well err... I'm not sure. Instead of "Secret Relationships", I would call this "A tale of 2 psychos" or "A Good Psycho, A Bad Psycho, A Non-Psycho and a cute guy caught in-between though WHY are they all obsessed with him is a mystery" (yeah I know the last title is a bit long.

I went into this one not knowing anything about the plot. The ratings used to be way higher than this, but it has greatly diminished in the last few months... probably due to more recent viewers like me.

If we consider it compared to most Korean BLs... I'd say it's definitely one of the best out there. Doesn't mean it's necessarily good given how much they suck overall but still... HOWEVER if you compare to what it produced by Taiwan, Japan and Thailand ( and I know Thailand especially have some terrible ones, but they produce so many of them yearly that you do end up with a fair share of good ones), it's pretty average. It's longer than most Korean BLs but still too short for what it wants to tell. It's about time we moved to longer episodes. You can't fully immerse your viewers with such limited format.

I'm not really sure how I feel about this one... I don't hate it. But I don't like it either...but again I had all episodes available contrary to people who had to speculate for weeks about how cray cray they both were.

You know in a typical classic K drama we would have witnessed a redemption ark for Su Hyeon and I would be rooting for him instead of the obvious right choice that was Seong Hyeon. My drama red-flag lover self might be unconsciously disappointed I didn't get to watch this ship sail... because do I love my red flags turning green ( something that let's be real... is only possible in dramas). Also I will always be weak against overly possessive male leads. I know it's toxic, but sorry, not sorry, this is my drama jam.

All in all I kept watching for the two nutcases who were the highlights of this drama. Jae Min was truly sick in the head and made for a good antagonist while Su Hyeon was the red flag I wanted to win in the end . Next to them Da On and Seong Hyeon were just too bland as characters. Completely utterly NOT interesting.

Could have been better with Su Hyeon at the center of the story. I wouldn't have preferred a drama focusing on his journey to win back the blank canvas that is Da On whom he was strangely obsessed with... But the length didn't make this possible. Sad for what it could have been.

Maybe that's why I can't like this show I don't know. Given its short length, there could be no satisfying ending except for that one... BUUUUUUUUUUT I want the hate to love, enemies to lover, the toxic overly possessive jealous red flag turning into goop and having to learn to humble himself to get his boy.

Wouldn't have bothered if it wasn't for the hype it got when it aired.

I know my heart should be satisfied with the ending, but I must be into sadomasochism, I will forever mourn that the Su Hyeon - Da On ship never was to be (also both actors had more chemistry in my opinion). Seong Hyeon is a good guy... but in dramaland, I will always root for the red flag as long as he genuinely cares ( but just doesn't know how to express his love in a healthy way), isn't overly manipulative and doesn't cross the rape line. In my head, I'm creating a longer timeline in which Su Hyeon properly redeems himself and wins back Da On who realizes it was always him, and not the other psycho. I'm sorry Seong Hyeon. You're "too good" for a drama.

I WANT THE TEA.

Read More

I DID NOT EXPECT THIS

When I first watched this kdrama, I felt a little bored, but as the story progressed, it was phenomenal.
The ending scene was perfect and really concluded the whole show.
There were happy, sad, funny, and exciting moments, although the show was a little confusing as they did not show each character's personalities (the side characters, I mean, not the main leads), and parts of their lives were just not explained enough or not even needed in this kdrama, the overall message was understandable.
This is a very comforting drama, and if you want to cry ... I suggest you watch this.

Read More

It’s just amazing

As someone who doesn’t speak Korean, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started watching this show, but I was absolutely blown away. From the very first episode, I was hooked. The storyline, the acting, the production – everything came together so perfectly. Even though I had to rely on subtitles to understand the dialogue, it never once took away from the emotional impact or the overall experience. In fact, it made me appreciate how powerful the performances were, especially from Rain, who completely stole the show for me.
Rain is truly an incredible actor and idol. His screen presence is magnetic, and he has this unique ability to convey so much emotion with just a look or gesture. It’s no wonder he’s such a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. I had heard of Rain before watching this series, mostly in relation to his music career, but I was honestly amazed at how talented he is as an actor. His performance in this show was nothing short of phenomenal. Every scene he was in felt real and powerful, and I found myself deeply invested in his character's journey.
The show itself was perfectly paced, with just the right amount of suspense and drama to keep you on the edge of your seat. There were so many moments where I thought I knew what was going to happen next, only for the story to take a completely unexpected turn. The small cliffhangers at the end of each episode were just enough to keep me pressing “next episode” over and over again. It’s one of those shows that you can’t stop watching once you start, and before you know it, hours have gone by. The suspense was perfectly balanced—not too overwhelming, but just intense enough to keep you emotionally involved.
The production quality was also top-notch. The cinematography, the soundtrack, the set design—everything worked together to create an immersive and believable world. Even the supporting cast was impressive, and each actor brought something special to the table. The relationships between the characters felt genuine, and the emotional moments hit really hard. I laughed, I cried, I gasped—this show took me on a complete rollercoaster ride, and I loved every second of it.
What really stood out to me was how universal the story felt. Even though it’s a Korean show, the themes of love, betrayal, ambition, and redemption are things that anyone can relate to, no matter where you’re from. That’s what made it so enjoyable for me as a non-Korean speaker—it reminded me that great storytelling transcends language and culture.
Overall, I would give this show a 10/10 without hesitation. It’s rare to find something that grabs your attention so completely and leaves such a lasting impression. I can’t say enough good things about it. Whether you’re a fan of Korean dramas or just looking for something new and exciting to watch, I absolutely recommend giving this show a try. You won’t regret it!

Read More

This was a massive enemy to lovers drama for me ?❤️

Firstly I saw some of hate reviews when I was watching the drama currently that time so I felt like it will be boring afterward ,but thanks to some good reviews and the love I have for chen zhe yuan keep my spirit to go on watching it was too good drama I was waiting for to watch full the drama to put a review.


This was a good enemy to lovers drama ,so I hooked at first episode and continued endlessly.the story was about the first prince feng suige who rules susha and the general lady fu yixiao from jinxu they were sworn enemys and somehow they will be in same path I don't want to give spoilers .I liked the charact xia jingyan not xia jinshi, he was cruel but still at the end he loved xiyang very much and tried everything to do save her ,I stop the story here.

About the actors ,czy is my all time favourite i watched him from his our secret from cutee potato to hot potato ,he is very hot charming in this ,and his acting was top notch in this ,and about liqin my first drama i watched her was this so I don't know more about her but her acting was really good and she is pretty look a little like bai lu and liyitong ,but their age gap is crazy like 7,8 I think she is older but she looks really young ,and iam looking towards her new drama with Dylan live long and prosper too.

Side characters are all good at acting ,so many betrayel here to feng suige and fu yixiao ,for him his best friend,his father ,most trusted maids and even his sister somehow in the first ,for her some she loved first ,her brother,I have cryed like crazy and hurting my eyes from crying but it's too good and have happy ending and the little second Prince was handsome too.


Overall it's a masterpiece for me 💯❤️🔥

Read More