Reviews

Pain, Family, etc

I watched this drama in just one day; it kept me watching and even made me cry from the very beginning. At first, I thought one episode being around an hour long would feel too much, but somehow I finished them all without even realizing the time.

What I liked is that every character had their own pain, there wasn’t really a “happy ending” for anyone, which made the story emotional and heavy. However, one thing that annoyed me was how the adults kept blaming the kids instead of taking responsibility themselves. Even when the kids didn’t do anything wrong, the adults always claimed it was “for their best,” which felt unfair.

The constant jumps between past and future also made me a little dizzy at times, since the transitions weren’t always clear. There are still some parts I don’t fully understand, and the ending wasn’t what I expected at all.

Overall, it’s a good drama, emotional, heavy, and worth watching if you like stories that focus on pain, family, and magic happening, but be ready for a complicated timeline and an ending that leaves you unsatisfied.

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A Surprisingly Refreshing Drama

Legally Romance turned out to be such an unexpected gem. I went into it with absolutely no expectations and honestly, it blew me away.

I actually only gave this drama a try after watching The Prisoner of Beauty, where I first noticed the female lead. She caught my attention there, and I was curious to see more of her work. At first, I had avoided Legally Romance because I wasn’t used to her acting style, and I was also a bit skeptical about the male lead due to his dramatic off-screen image. But I'm so glad I gave it a shot.

This drama is so good. I only skipped maybe 2 or 3 scenes, and even then, it was just because they were a little cringy, nothing major. Apart from that, I was fully engaged the entire time.

Every scene is either entertaining or genuinely funny. The comedic moments are well done without feeling over-the-top or awkward. The emotional scenes also hit the right notes, making the story feel grounded and heartfelt. It’s a really sweet and warm drama.

Surprisingly, even the villain didn’t annoy me too much. That’s rare! I found myself enjoying all the characters because they were written with depth and personality. They're relatable to me especially Qian Wei, who is around my age, which made her journey even more meaningful for me.

Overall, Legally Romance is a delightful watch with a good balance of humor, heart, and character growth. Definitely worth checking out !

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Is it worth it

To be honest when i first started watching it i thought it would be a drama with serious tone because its medical drama ad even in genre its written there but after watching first 15 minutes of first episode i just couldnt stop laughing. its very very funny drama with good characters and yeah not much serious story overall, but yeah there is a little character development which is very typicall like other stories in which unserious lead gets seriuos throughout the drama but there is one plus point in this one that it always have that fun elemnt which makes you laugh and i dont speak korean so i watch it with english subtitle and i would always laugh when MR.YE says " may i give you an advice". and yes story is not that stong its like mixture of 15 percet sitcom and 85 percent drama and i would reccomend it because its funny.

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Intriguing

Boy Next World was a highly anticipated BL drama for its intriguing premise of alternative universes. It is praised for its cinematography and use of creative angles, colors and beautifully designed sets. The casting list delivered with strong performances in all scene types. The Boy Next World is criticized for its screenplay due to lack of follow-through on established rules and themes. Some viewers mentioned the fact that questionable character decisions and underdeveloped backstories tied with a rushed ending were some reasons the series fell short.

Out Server Poll resulted in an overall average score of 7.5/10. This is an aggregated review from the BL Shia community. Want to know more and have your voice heard? Join us in Discord: https://discord.gg/zDynbwQpP4 and come talk about it!

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Sweet, Savory, and Slightly Strange

This drama’s plot is honestly out of this world — literally and figuratively. It mixes fiction, sci-fi, aliens, comedy, and mystery into one big corny yet entertaining ride. While the humor leans on the cheesy side, I still caught myself laughing at the absurdity.

That said, it took me more than a month to finish because it didn’t exactly pull me in. The curiosity factor wasn’t strong enough to keep me bingeing, but I pushed through just to see where it would land.

Overall, it’s a fun watch if you want something light and bizarre, but aside from its wild genre mash-up, there isn’t much that stands out. Still, props for serving up a unique flavor.

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A Grandmother Who shouldn't be forgiven

This Is Drama for New Drama watcher or for someone who is being Nostalgic about old Rom-Com K-drama.For me i m the later one may be that's why i could finish it in 2 days,thats means it was not boring for me but it has its own flaws.But sometimes we overlooked those cz we r not in mood to nitpick.

Starting the review.. Trust me it'll be short only some like/dislikes.

The main couple : I'm not a fan of Younger ML,Older FL plot,thank god i didnt check the tag.But it didn't bother me cz i understand their feelings.Both actors did very well for me personally its the male actor who actually is a diverse artist.I feel really pity for him throughout the drama.He deserve a Hug.

The Secondary couple : The most unreasonable one.I don't know what's their motto in life about relationship, seriously getting breakup/reconciliation in whole show without even a solid reason.Specially the 2FL, she literally doesn't deserve him.I was not even interested.

Other : The most Negative part of this drama is they didn't focus really on other Supporting actors life that much. Still Chief kwon really impressed me & become my most fvrt character here.

Music: Max r pop or brand music i m not quite fond of them.

Hobbies r important they make you wish to live another day no matter how hard ur life is going - i really appreciate this view of the director.

Overall it was a nice watching.

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Light, Fluffy and Swoon Worthy

If you’re looking for a lighthearted romance that feels like a mix of drama and otome game, Secretary Bai Wants to Resign Everyday is such a fun watch. The story follows Bai Jing, a secretary who seems to constantly want to quit her job — but not because she hates it. Instead, her boss (and the situations he puts her in) are just too much to handle sometimes! 😅

✨ What I loved:
The Couple - their pairing is swoony and chemistry is on point! Who doesn't like to see a story progression from enemies to finally starting to care. Muahahahaha.
The playful banter between Bai Jing and her boss — it’s equal parts hilarious and heart-fluttering.
The “everyday resignation” gag never feels boring, because it always leads to new situations and chemistry.
The drama balances comedy with just enough sweet moments to make your heart swoon.

💭 Overall Thoughts:
It’s a refreshing romantic comedy that doesn’t take itself too seriously, perfect for fans of office romance with a quirky twist. If you enjoy stories with a mix of humor and romance, you’ll definitely have fun with this one!

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Different from the usual.

The premise is interesting, how the lives of three very different women intertwines as they navigate life's challenges. The production is slick and the music is really good. Sadly the dialogue, acting, love story, melodramatics etc are pretty standard fare for kdrama. They took an interesting premise and then chickened out by making a safe, formulaic show.

Despite this, two things stood out for me. I'm absolutely projecting and over-thinking this, because I was bored, but stick around anyway and see what you think.

I recently watched Aema and I noted that the unsung hero was the sound design. In WWW it's the stylists that were outstanding - especially Bae Ta Mi's looks and Chairman Jang. Clean, modern, tasteful. Not the usual ruffles and glitter clown fashion you see in most Korean productions. And its clearly thought through and intentional because the ruffles and sequins and stripper heels are still present on other characters but not these two. The styling absolutely is part of the story telling. I loved that.

What's even more interesting is the styling and make-up for Cha Hyeon. In fact Cha Hyeon is quite interesting and Lee Da Hee put in a lot of work to give her character depth. I would go so far as to say, Lee Da Hee stole the show. She's such a good actor.

First there's the transformation - Cha Hyeon goes from average teenager to absolutely stunning adult. Nobody talks about it, it's not a part of the storyline, but every viewer is going to notice the mismatch between teenage Hyeon and adult Hyeon and assume it must be poor casting. Yet to me it seems like Da Hee somehow incorporates this late blossoming transformation into Cha Hyeon's character. As an incredibly beautiful woman in real life she is able to extend past her own lifetime pretty privilege to portray a woman who suddenly got pretty and isn't used to having pretty privilege at all. And as an actor she didn't make a ham of it, she does it subtly. Hyeon's insecurities, her admiration for other pretty women (as opposed to seeing them as competition) her physical boorishness from having been an average looking girl but a sporty and athletic one, all makes sense. And then we factor in clothes and makeup. Her clothes are not flawlessly stylish. She has some looks she pulls off, others that completely miss. Again like la person who didn't go through her teenage focussed on looks and fashion. And her makeup is slightly overdone. Its a little vampy, a little drag-Queen-esque: overly vibrant lipsticks, a bit too heavy eye makeup. Not comical, not really remarkable but fits with her character backstory.

In conclusion, like I said, I probably over thought all of this. I don't know if the writer and director put so much effort and thought into constructing the character of a second lead. But it's the story I projected onto the show which otherwise I found predictable. Especially the.. yawn.. lead couples romance arc. Zzzz. Everytime they were both on screen I skipped forward.

Oh a couple of cool things though. The big big BIG boss is a foreigner and they cast a black lady. This has got to be a first in Asian dramaland. And Chairman Jang, the elderly matriarch of KU group - damn, she has style. Not just her clothes which are wow, but her whole aura. She's not a sympathetic character but the actor fills the character's boots and then some. And lastly the Brian character has a very nice singing voice. That was fun.
Conclusion? Thanks for indulging in my little fantasy projection. Do watch the show, it will entertain you.

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Miscast, Misjudged, and Missing the Spark

Casting & Lead Performance:
The drama’s biggest flaw is its lead choice. YoonA, despite her fame, lacks the presence and charisma to carry a story of this scale. She drifts through scenes without commanding attention, making even dramatic moments feel flat.

Story & Concept:
The royal court premise promises intrigue and grandeur but delivers predictability and shallow character development. The plot feels recycled, and the supposed “drama” rarely lands.

Age Gap & Romance:
Then there’s the elephant in the room: the eleven-year gap between the lead and the king. It’s painfully obvious and borderline absurd. The age difference makes the romance feel awkward and unconvincing, stripping the supposed royal tension of any credibility. No amount of makeup or styling can fix it—this mismatch is glaring and jarring every time they share the screen.

Overall Impression:
“Bon Appetit, Your Majesty” squanders its potential. The story is too simple and obvious, with barely any comedic moments to lighten the mood. A visually appealing setting can’t save a drama dragged down by miscasting and a lead who fails to dominate the screen. The romance is undermined by an implausible age gap, leaving viewers frustrated rather than entertained.

A drama that could have been sparkling falls flat—miscast, misjudged, predictable story and painfully awkward.

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I haven’t watched too many j series lately so I’m happy I pressed this one and find it enjoyable. I know this is a weird reason to like this series but this male lead is such a green flag. His hugs are the warmest and kisses the tenderest. Perhaps because I’ve watched too many cdrama verticals with toxic brutal male characters that this character just hits the right buttons.

The story itself is fine. A man with a hidden side that most women probably won’t want to be involved with. Though two episodes from seeing where this will end, it’s still a very nice series that touches on different themes that makes it likable. One theme that stands out is parent child relationship. This one has a very complicated one. I wonder what i would do in this one if in child shoes. Then the main one of course is the heart. Male lead does have a complicated life. It’s not complicated until the heart is involved. What to do? How to untangle?

You think about these things in your own reality and find that even in real life, it’s quite tough. So, it ends here so far as I await the last two episodes. I so want these two complicated souls to have the best they’ve found in themselves. I’m gonna bet it.

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