Goong (2006)

Drama aired in the year 2006 and watched in the year 2019 a big span so many things has changed so it might be the reason that why I felt this drama is little boring .
Drama start with a good note how unexpectedly two destiny connected with each other and then eventually fall for each other but all the time they faced misunderstanding and either of them clear it and their dialogues make the situation worse ..So both of them fight till end to get together and at last they meet..That's it .There were some funny scenes ,some cute romantic scenes but their misunderstanding spoil it ....I think they stretched the drama too much and last scene I found like it was incomplete , I think if they had make 24 episodes so they can add one more episode that shows ,they lived happily ever after with their kids.

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A Classic that has left an indelible mark on the genre.

I am very late to the Goong party . Goong is far from being my gateway drama like it is for others , in fact I come in watching Goong with more than 50 dramas under my belt and it has been A WHILE , since one has kindled the warmth and love within me as Goong has. It's not just claiming a spot in my top rankings but is actively dethroning other contenders. A word of advice: savor it with top-notch subtitles, a point I'll delve into later.

Now , lets get into the review.

Story- Goong, undeniably, crafts a compelling narrative. I go beyond calling it good; it's exceptionally well-woven. Rich in elements and diversity, it fearlessly ventures into risky territories, setting a benchmark for dramaland. As a seasoned drama aficionado, spotting nods to the Goong playbook in other dramas was also an added delight.

The story navigates light plot points and dramatic turns .The drama's turns can be so dramatic that it might lead to frustration, and I see why others even dropped . The story, at first glance is a bit hampered by a continual repetition of conflicts but the characters explain why because it really is a loop of an evil fate being displayed and our younger protagonists need to rise to the occasion of defeating the generational trauma . These are 19 years olds forced to play a role that is nothing of their choosing or hearts desires . The messy road becomes coherent when one realizes the extreme weight placed on the shoulders of these youngsters forced into roles against their will.

Another point on the story - many things happen off screen and are inferred by the characters on screen in a highly nuanced dialogue that if you are not paying full attention or don't have good subs- you will miss it and call the drama illogical and wonder "how did we get here? Why are we still here???" but the intricacy is intentional. Goong, with all its pomp, is ironically subtle and understated, drawing from Joseon-era conventions. Recognizing these nuances in hindsight enhances the viewing experience, turning seemingly ordinary moments into beautiful revelations.
( i.e- some "first" realisations shown on screen are not happening for the first time and perhaps some "first" moments are not actually happening for the first time too. A lot is inferred but the viewer is sneakily given easter eggs to see this.)

As for the characters - they are wonderfully developed, capturing the realism of their young age. Immature inclinations, stubbornness, warmth, and empathy are seamlessly woven into their personalities, a commendable feat for the writers. The adults truly were dolls trapped in the palace and truly did not know any better and the inference of that makes their actions understandable.

Now for the acting - Its crazy that this is the debut of Ju Ji Hoon and Yoon Eun Hye .They really owned and bodied their roles especially Yoon Eun Hye.She is such a breeze to watch and the unrefined edges of her acting added to the charm of Chaekyung wonderfully . She did great justice to her role . As for Ju Ji Hoon- very good and his portrayal is the gold standard for the cold , mean male lead with a lot bubbling under the surface. The chemistry between the pair was very easy , not forced and quite pleasant . Dare I say - it was their ease that helped the sad conflicts be less burdensome. The supporting cast exceptionally excels, leaving no room for complaints.

Music/ Costumes- ahhh CHEFS KISS. One of the best OSTs in dramaland , one of the best insertions of it too that emotionally heightened scenes . Perhaps Love is so amazing and crazy that all this was released almost 20 years ago . The costume choices, though campy, contribute to the drama's charm.

Rewatch - A definite yes. This drama brought me so much happiness and truly crept into my heart . I really went in with low expectations but was beautifully rewarded .It will be fun trying to pin point when Shin fell in love , what really happened off screen and look at the beautiful quotes they all say with the benefit of hindsight . Plus ,there are some iconic scenes that are worthy of a hundred rewatches.

Observations- While the length is justified given the character development and moral exploration, 24 episodes might be excessive. Trimming it down to 20 could have improved the pacing, but it doesn't detract significantly from the overall score. For that it misses getting a full 10 marks from me though its a 10 in my heart .

Overall- as evident , I really recommend . Goong has that THING that makes K Dramas especially special .It is so sweet, and quietly understated and has more than meets the eye. Ideal for those who relish slow-burn romances, appreciate moral dilemmas, and enjoy the dynamics of push-and-pull coupled with character growth.

I also encourage viewers interested in the historical legacy of K-Dramas to dive into Goong. It serves as a dramatic screen playbook from which subsequent works, including those of Hong Sisters and Kim Eun Sook and others, seem to have drawn inspiration. Avid K-Drama enthusiasts will likely find these connections intriguing and enriching.

It is a classic that has left an indelible mark on the genre.

If you have read this far - thank you so much .

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i mean how how how

other people may rate this drama 8 out of 10 or maybe less but i don't care cus this drama is totally perfect like oh my god
my style
i love historical X new dramas i mean it's totally me
okay i know the relationship between the main leads was toxic, the relationship between the fl and the second ml was a little messy (silly too)
but it's before i was born drama how could i rate it
everything in here is just perfect i dk what to tell but everyone have to watch this
i ought evryone to watch this
every drama needs dramatic scenes that make us cry but at least we have the sweet relationships
not adding anything but i loved everything in here and i hated everything too
(ik the fl was a little too shildish at first but why would we blame here i mean why would we)
(ik the ml was a little too much annoying but it's sth new to him he did a mess but we'll forgive him because he's beautiful "jk kidding" i'll kick him out)
ik the second leads was annoying too they was like we have to win this love war but they was shilds right
and ending everything i'm going to kill that stupid wife (the first love of the king and the mother of the second second lead) idk i forgot her name but she's too toxic too shildish she caused everything literally
(feeling shoket saying 'i wrote all of that!!')
WE HAVE TO KILL AND KICK THAT WAR OUT

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Amor Real em um Palácio Moderno

Goong (também conhecido como Princess Hours) se passa em um universo alternativo onde a monarquia ainda existe na Coreia. O dorama acompanha a vida de Shin Chae-kyung, uma jovem estudante comum que, por um casamento arranjado, se torna a princesa consorte do príncipe herdeiro Lee Shin. O choque de suas vidas contrastantes, junto com o ambiente cheio de intrigas palacianas, resulta em um romance com muitos altos e baixos.

A série é visualmente deslumbrante, com cenários majestosos e figurinos elaborados que destacam o mundo real que cerca os personagens. O charme de Goong está em sua combinação de comédia, romance e drama político, criando uma atmosfera cativante. A evolução do relacionamento entre os protagonistas, de um casamento forçado para uma relação sincera, é o coração da trama.

Para quem busca uma história romântica envolvida em tradições e protocolos reais, Goong é uma mistura perfeita de fantasia, humor e drama, sendo um dos dramas mais icônicos de sua época.

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Fofo

Esse foi o drama mais antigo que assisti até agora e foi uma experiência muito agradável. Tive uma sensação de nostalgia, apesar de viver do outro lado do mundo, usava algumas roupas que eram moda no drama. Haha

Sobre a história em si, achei bem divertida, não é o melhor drama que existe, mas tem muitas coisas legais. A relação entre a contemporaneidade e o tradicional, reflexões sobre a vida no palácio, o amor nascendo entre os protagonistas...

Se você gosta de series antigas, que poderá ser arrastada, vida no palácio e um romance fofinho entre um príncipe e uma plebeia acho que vale assistir.

Gostei bastante da segunda protagonista, achei todas as escolhas dela bem modernas, poderia ser em uma serie feita hoje (no final de 2022). Gosto da relação dela com a protagonista principal, pois elas não brigam pelo protagonista masculino, a segunda protagonista simplesmente quer priorizar as suas escolhas e seguir a sua vida. Acho isso bem maduro e legal de ver em um drama que já tem os seus anos.

Já o segundo Protagonista masculino é bem insuportável. No início até gostava dele, no final queria que ele se ferrasse.

Gosto das relações familiares, dos pais e dos filhos, achei tudo bem bonitinho e ao mesmo tempo bem contrastante com uma pitada de vergonha alheia (por parte da família da protagonista feminina) que é ótima.

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Buona serie che accusa l'avanzare dell'età (di produzione)

Una buona serie, ma estremamente datata: abituata ai drama di recente produzione, i quasi vent'anni di distanza si sentono eccome, nelle riprese, nel montaggio (il sonoro ogni tanto si interrompe un po' troppo bruscamente), nella sceneggiatura e la stessa modalità di recitazione la configurano in uno stile diverso rispetto alle serie di oggi. Molti i tempi morti, certe scene da cliché riprodotte quasi a rallentatore. C'è un diverso ritmo, una diversa angolazione delle riprese. A ricordarci che siamo tornati indietro di due decadi c'è anche l'aspetto, con quelle capigliature maschili che personalmente trovo inguardabili. Fulcro della vicenda sono lui, lei, il cugino di lui e la ballerina ex ragazza del protagonista. La storia in sé è graziosa, l'elemento non reale della monarchia costituzionale permette di avere un protagonista che è addirittura un principe (da questo punto di vista mi ha ricordato molto "The King 2 hearts", ma lì siamo decisamente a un livello di gran lunga superiore). L'attore che interpreta il protagonista maschile non è il massimo dell'espressività, va detto: ho trovato più credibile il cugino antagonista. La fanciulla protagonista è caratterizzata fin da subito in modo da risaltare come una mosca bianca nello sciame delle altre studentesse, ma col progredire della serie sembra perdere quella freschezza e quella verve che presentava all'inizio. Buona la recitazione dell'attrice, che avevo già avuto modo di vedere in "Coffe prince". Ovviamente c'è tutta la saga dei cliché, delle gelosie e dei fraintendimenti a cui siamo ormai abituati, così come la convergenza delle situazioni grazie a coincidenze al limite dell'inverosimile. Credo fosse davvero una buona serie, nel 2006. Vista quasi vent'anni dopo, si apprezza l'intento, ma sembra davvero di rispolverare un pezzo di antiquariato, per certi versi. Ho letto che era previsto un remake, annunciato nel 2021, menzionato nuovamente nel 2023 con probabile uscita per il 2024, ma ad oggi non ne vedo traccia. Potrebbe però essere davvero l'idea giusta: rispolverare una buona storia ma con un taglio più moderno. Visione tutto sommato consigliata, nell'ottica di un tuffo nel passato che porta qualcosa di diverso dal solito, anche solo come metro di paragone rispetto a ciò che si è abituati a guardare.

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Это, конечно, любовный роман. Голимый. Но до чего же милый На протяжении всех серий, ловила себя на девчачьем поведении - глупо хихикала над тем, что видела на экране. Пару слов вякну насчет церемоний королевского дома. О май год... Я, конечно, понимаю, всю эту блабла бла ... ты наследник, лицо нации, но таких шор и ограничений - спасибо, не надо. Церемонии как смысл существования просто убивают.
Во второй половине дорамы любовный треугольник довел ангст до состояния зашкаливания. Хотя треугольник хорош, очень жалко было девочку - два принца на одну - это вам не хухры-мухры. Оба эгоистичны, оба стараются победить и поэтому часто не замечают, что делаю больно объекту своей привязанности. Да еще и начали оба то не из-за любви, а из-за интриг. И что мне понравилось то, как показали как любовь может вползти в душу и изменить тебя. Давненько не видела это так проникновенно.
А еще в конце каждой серии были сценки с плюшевыми мишками. Такая прелесть. Думается, что продажи этих мишек после выхода сериала вознеслись до недосягаемых вершин.

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