A good one!
I LOVEEE this kind of genre. I love their bickering and this show is comfy to watch. A light-hearted one. The character is actually had a pretty good chemistry.I watch this show because of Lee Sung Kyung, and as always, she never fails to impressed me with her acting. The male lead is kinda.. plain..? But still acceptable for me..
I like the chemistry between the office worker, i think they completed each other well. The conflict just so good, realistic, and make me a little anxious haha.
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What Africa are they talking about??
To preface this, I am Malawian and have been living here my whole life. Ive also visited and schooled in several different African countries.When watching this drama, i admittedly laughed a little at the scenes 'in Africa'. But i didnt laugh because it was genuinely comedic, i laughed because they were borderline ignorant and, imo, rude. We have water in Africa. We have beautiful homes. We have CIVILISATION. We also have 54 freaking countries in Africa, it is a continent not a country. Yes there are poor countries here in need of help, but there are poor countries that need help in Asia too. The portrayal of Africa in this show is not only erroneous but uneducated and frankly quite supremist (that is, painting Korea as superior to the continent as a whole).
I loved the drama, but it couldve done without the ridiculous scenes.
Also, what the heck was up with the Lion King theme song? Now i know y'all are NOT fr.
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so cute i shat tears
11/10 will watch again.Is it cheesy at times? Yes.
Does it make my heart warm inside? Also yes.
Sh**ting Stars doesn't have the BEST plot of all time, but for me it's the ultimate comfort show that brought me a lot of joy during an admittedly challenging process in my life. It's so incredibly wholesome - from the chemistry, witty banter and occasional 4th wall breaking - I absolutely adored it all. I also appreciate how the characters are so emotionally mature and communicative with their partners. While the show did take some creative liberties, it is ultimately a rom-com that knows how to make hearts flutter.
I also appreciated the effort the team put into the more darker themes of the show (eg: abandonment issues, suicide, public scrutiny, workplace pressure etc.) Although it wasn't fully delved into, it was solid enough to be believable. As the show is ultimately a "rom-com", I understand the decisions made regarding these even though it can considered "shallow" from an objective point of view. It added some depth to the characters and the way they are, nor did it ruin my viewing experience.
I love how all the characters each have their distinctive personalities and how they're all so supportive all each other. It's a nice break from reality and a comfort show with lots to give.
If I have to describe it a physical sense, it's like a cup of tea on a rainy day. It's not extraordinary or groundbreaking, but its something that can warm you and take your mind off things, even if it's just for a little bit.
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Loved it!
Just finished Shooting Stars on Viki!Excellent show.
A mainly light-hearted, character-driven romantic comedy with some serious moments. The highs and lows of fame, abandonment and anti-fandom are some of the issues/themes explored in the show. There are two serious subplots dealing with abandonment and anti-fandom (never heard of this before) that I found fascinating. Whereas most romcoms have a first and second couple, there are at least 4 couples here and they're all different with their own levels of cuteness that romcom fans will love.
The soundtrack is nice and serves the show well and of course, the cinematography, editing and direction are first class (all K-Dramas, actually) and acting is solid from the main and supporting cast. Each episode also moves quickly.
Lee Syung Kyung and Kim Young-Dae are solid. My favorite moments featured a supporting appearance by the excellent Choi Ji-Woo, who I recently saw in Winter Sonata. She brought such presence to her scenes and it took the story into a different and deeper place.
If you're a romcom K-Drama fanatic, this show has your name on it as you're going to love the ending. Highly recommended.
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whatever it is very good and wholesome
This may seem like another same old story about a star and a common girl then yes it is this is that kind of a story but whatever it is this is very good and wholesome and have a high re-watch ability when you have a mood off or something.The drama shows a simple yet effective story of a star has some past problems and his long term friend and love interest girl but everything is very good actually the story is small but very well written with focus all details themain charector and the side charectors also focus very well and they also show complete and detail story of them also which is very great.
The setup of a star management agency is showing very well many actors they show with there stories and the whole management is like a family to them they support eachother.
Sometime there are problems like stalking, cinicals fans, not checked reports in media bur they all handel them well and it is appreciated that they show those real life things also.At first glance, this drama may look like **another familiar tale**—a star and a common girl, a setup we’ve all seen countless times. And honestly, yes, it *is* that kind of story. But the truth is, **sometimes familiarity done right is far more comforting than forced novelty**. This drama understands that perfectly.
What makes it special is how **warm, wholesome, and emotionally grounding** it feels. It’s the kind of show you can return to when your mood is low—easy to rewatch, comforting without being shallow, and sincere without trying too hard.
The story itself is simple: a star carrying emotional baggage from his past and a long-time friend who is also his quiet love interest. There are no unnecessary twists or exaggerated drama. The plot is small in scale, but **tightly written and emotionally focused**. Every scene serves a purpose. Nothing feels random or wasted.
One of the strongest points is the **attention given to both main and side characters**. The supporting cast isn’t treated as background decoration. Each character is given space, motivation, and a complete arc, which adds depth to the world of the story. This balance makes the drama feel lived-in and genuine.
The setting of a **star management agency** is portrayed particularly well. Instead of showing it as cold or purely business-driven, the drama presents it as a close-knit family. The managers, staff, and actors support one another, protect each other, and grow together. That sense of unity adds emotional weight and realism.
The show also deserves credit for addressing **real-life issues in the entertainment industry**—stalking, obsessive fans, misleading media reports, and public scrutiny. These problems aren’t glossed over or exaggerated for shock value. They’re handled sensibly and respectfully, which makes the narrative feel grounded and mature.
In the end, this drama doesn’t try to reinvent romance—and that’s exactly why it works. It’s **soft, sincere, and emotionally reassuring**. A familiar story, yes—but told with care, warmth, and heart.
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A simple, sweet and beautiful story which revolves around work, friendship and love. It beautifully portrays the struggle of an actor and the team that works hard to make them shine. It also made me realise that you can find someone important anywhere and anytime in life, to Gong Tae Sung who found a brother like figure in Kang Yoo Sung, a coffee friend in Do Soo Hyuk & a partner in Oh Han Byul. When I watched the drama I could feel the regret, sadness, longing and love of character the actors wanted to portray. Loved the chemistry between Oh Han Byul & Gong Tae Sung and the other actors did a good job as well. It's a thumbs up from me and I would recommend you to watch it. Was this review helpful to you?
Rom-com - fun to watch - beginning to end!
This is my first review and I felt the needed to write one because of some of the negative reviews I have read here.I enjoyed this rom-com from start to finish because it ticked all the boxes of what a romantic comedy should be.
I thought the main storyline was interesting and eventful, well paced and thoughtful. The vengeful anti-fan club added mystery, drama and sadness. There was a backstory to this which gave the series some extra depth.
The two main characters were fun to watch. Having known each other for some time in their roles as Top Actor and PR, their obvious dislike for one another gave rise to quite a bit of teasing and insults. Their behind the scenes remarks and banter were fun to watch, especially as their feelings develop and the banter slowly becomes more playful, the intent being to provoke a reaction. I thought the actors did an amazing job here.
Kim Young-Dae's performance was great to watch, he played his part very well. It's one thing to play a role as an actor and a totally different thing to have it all together in your real life. Being able to look 'perfect' in front of a camera doesn't mean you have confidence and don't get nervous when you are confronted by your feelings or have the ability to express them to the people that are important in your life, this is exactly why Kim Young-Dae did such a great job here and I was thoroughly convinced by his character portrayal. Lee Sung-Kyung was also amazing, I have only seen her in two other series (Cheese in a Trap and Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo) and her performances always appear natural and realistic. The main couple characters grew together and looked great together, there was some really funny moments shared between them as well as with their friends and co-workers.
Speaking of friends and co-workers, all the supporting characters and the actors portraying them did a great job. They bought humour and depth to the story and the budding relationships between the various characters were also cute and fun to watch.
If you are looking for a romantic comedy with a great cast and good closure, I recommend this wholeheartedly.
There is perhaps only one thing that could have given complete closure and that would be to know what happened to Ms. Kwon. I feel like the anti-fan queen of narcissism should have had one of her many houses dropped on her ;)
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RomCom Sample Pack!
This was a hard drama for me to get into and pretty easy for me to start losing interest in, but if you like romance dramas with plenty of couples to ship this may be the perfect drama for you. "Sh**ting Stars" is about the drama industry behind the scenes, and as a non-Korean, a lot of the drama behind entertainment scandals seems either ridiculously exaggerated or boring. If you are invested at all in Hallyu Star life then you may like the premise more than I did. The idea of keeping up a pristine image for Actors who aren't doing more than dating bores me pretty quickly. Still, I liked and could empathize a lot with Lee Sung Kyung as the overworked and always-on-call-to-help Oh Han Byul. However, It took 3 tries to finally give this drama a chance.It was the frenemies banter between the two leads that kept me watching when I was ready to drop this drama. Kim Young Dae as the arrogant and childish Gong Tae Sung was fun to watch. His character is pretty basic and some of his storylines, like volunteering in "Africa" to be a mentor, are super cheesy, and one-dimensional. Eventually, the romance plot takes center stage and that's when I started looking forward to episodes. The leads have cute although often immature chemistry. Many of their scenes are also played up for laughs, at times extra silly and childish on purpose. The entire cast has a sense of silliness about them. I could also appreciate that if you don't ship the main couple there are quite a few other side couples to ship. For me, the couples ranged from slightly cringy and forced to satisfyingly sweet. It helps that the majority of the characters are likable. I definitely grew to like many of the characters over time, and the way they all overlap made for a strong ensemble.
I only lost some interest because of how repetitive the plot became.
There are also emotional storylines that although they logically tie the stories together just never made me feel anything. It normally doesn't take much for me to cry but I stayed dry-eyed throughout. I think it just took too long to reveal these parts of the story and then they were rushed through so I didn't have time to care. The idea that attractive people are recruited into acting without having any acting ability also seemed super offputting. Like that casting process, this is not a drama with much depth or substance. Soon we were back to secret crushes, and secret couples being the main focus, which I preferred.
Would I watch this again? Probably not. Even with all the cute moments, I'm not sure there are enough to hold my attention for a full second viewing. This drama could have easily been shorter too. I did like the cast enough to keep watching but none of the characters stood out as favorites that I would want to watch again. The last episode gave me more than enough closure.
I will also admit that a lot of the obvious drama cameos and drama references went over my head because they were dramas I haven't watched. In a similar vein, I did think the self-aware product placements were funny.
Overall, if you're in the mood for a light romcom with many ships, this one is imperfect but good enough. If you get nauseated in a room full of couples then this might give you a more annoyed feeling which I can understand too. This drama is great if you're in the mood for a romcom and can't decide on what kind you're in the mood for. It's a little like a romcom sample pack. You can tell the cast enjoyed themselves and working together and that's what shines through in "Sh**ting Stars" the most.
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I loved this !!!
Such a cute drama, no toxic main lead, no annoying love triangle, they didn't drag anything out too much. I'm embarassed to say this but i finished this in two freaking days (I swaer I have a life) The actors were great and cute, these roles really suit youngdae and sungkyung. The side characters were the cutest as well I love them 😭 I would a 100% reccomend !!! Right and the OSTs were so good as well!!! love love loveWas this review helpful to you?
It's hard to take care of actresses
what sensation do you feel when you go through a long road with views on either side? Maybe it's just "just knowing", but you don't really get into the beauty/ugliness, do you?More or less like that is felt when watching the Korean drama Shooting Stars. The audience is invited to take a straight path with flashes of fragments of the stories of celebrities and the people who work behind them. Less 'deep' so it doesn't feel intense.
It would be better if the story of the Korean drama Shooting Stars was taken from an angle like the Korean drama ‘Record of Youth’ and the Korean drama ‘Now, We Are Breaking Up’ which tells the whole story of the family and friendship of 3 women. So that the audience can dissolve and enjoy the whole drama.
A less 'deep' story, possibly causing the Korean drama Shooting Stars to only be able to gain 1..% during broadcast (16 episodes), and closed with a rating of 1.477% at the end of the episode.
Even though this drama is studded with stars. The main cast is also very great: Lee Sung Kyung and Kim Young-Dae whose chemistry is really good
There doesn't seem to be an age difference between the two. The more senior factor, Lee Sung Kyung (6 years older) is likely to be his skill at melting the difference in flying hours. Including when playing a student, Lee Sung Kyung (32 years) does not look old, and still fits in her 20s.
If there is anything that is a hindrance, it is Lee Sung Kyung's attachment as the brand ambassador of Chanel Beauty so that her clothes, cosmetics and accessories look luxurious, not in accordance with her role as an office worker.
The rest is okay. Including ost and cinematography that spoils the eye. Including several spots when Kim Young-Dae (Gong Tae-Sung) was in Africa, really cool.
As well as an important message, anyone can become a top star. But you have to process it, don't get famous and have a lot of money.
The next review can be here: https://www.maria-g-soemitro.com/2023/01/shooting-stars-review-drama-korea.html
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Definitely a shooting Star
Loved every minute of it, We often get series focusing on the talent in the industry, this series took a different route and focused on the people who care for the artists, the managers. it was nice seeing the ins and out of the acting industry. The lives of the Artists and managers away from their work and relationships between managers and relationships between actors and managers. Chemistry between Gong Tae Sung and Oh Han byul is off the charts. It is a beautiful romcom definitely worth the watch and re-watchesWas this review helpful to you?
I wish the main couple had more of a spark
This drama is suuuuuper cute and a lot of fun! It also has plenty of hilarious scenes.Honestly, there wasn't much plot to it and the last three episodes were pretty much a super long epilogue, but if you're in the mood for a light hearted drama with lots of laughs, a crazy amount of couples, wholesome friendship and even an epic bromance, this is the show for you!
When it was good, it was great. But I was a bit let down by a few things, the biggest being that, yes, Han Byeol and Tae Seong were super cute and adorable together, but when they kissed I didn't feel like there was any attraction between them. Most of the time, it very much looked like they were kissing because they had to and not because they wanted to. I wanted be convinced they were mad for each other, and the vibes weren't there. But maybe that was just me. I loved Weightlifting Fairy so much that it's hard to ship Sung Kyung with any other co-star that isn't Joo Hyuk.
P.S. for all intent and purposes, this drama doesn't have a villain or antagonist. There was a lame attempt at it, and tbh that was the weakest aspect of the show. Still a good watch experience overall though.
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