All drama is likable, though the secrets are very irritating. If they know a trust, there woudn't be much confusion...
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Kim Tae Hee had uber good chemistry with the attractive Song Seung Heon. Wow. What a good looking pair, with tons of chemistry.
The plot was fun and cheesy and cute. Nothing too meaningful or extraordinary. And highly predictable.But that's fine, because what is done in terms of the romantic comedy aspects, is done well.
The whole monarchy of Korea story line could have been handled in a much more sensible and engaging manner. Many times, throughout the series, I had to ask myself "Why should I care about this whole monarchy story line?". And then I fast forward-ed my way through to the next scene.
Recommended for those who want to watch a lighthearted rom-com with lots of pretty couple chemistry.
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Despite the irritations of this drama, all the characters and scenarios are interesting. I didn't skip anything because I needed to know what was going on, or I needed to giggle at the palace staff.
The main characters are blatantly selfish. It's kind of nice not to see the goody-goody personalities or justifiable actions that are usually portrayed in dramas. In a way, because they are so bad, it almost justifies the harsh retribution that the other characters dish them. I like this quandary. Did they deserve that or not? Am I happy to see them crushed to oblivion? What does that say about me, or the other characters who felt they needed to step in and punish wrong-doers?
There are a lot of moments of, “Wait, what, why?” The characters logic is not always the best.
I was particularly frustrated when no one would explain why to Lee Seol. They always just strong-armed her and if they would just talk to her, she would understand and go along.
Romance
I was not expecting this drama to start with the heroine trying to help the hero get his lady love. She's actually very instructional, which always amuses me. I like how well they work together. And they're quick to empathise and show compassion for the other.
From the start, he likes her and thinks she's funny. Their relationship is pretty polite which I find unusual. Of course there's the usual jabs at each other but they're laidback which I like. They even play touch each other without any dramatic music or slow motion.
They have the perfect chemistry for sexual tension.
Their love confessions and their kisses are perfect.
Towards the end, Hae Young really lays down all his cards and he has some of the most swoonworthy lines. He's so content just to be with her. Also, I've never seen so much kissing in a Kdrama. It was great.
On a side note, romantic moments out in the cold seem more romantic when you can see their breath in the freezing temperatures and they're so focused on each other. Haha.
Lee Seol
From start to finish Lee Seol is clueless, stupid, selfish, and naive.
The age gap between her and the other participants in the love square is evident. Everyone of them points out that all she does is whine and cry.
But I also didn't like seeing her without someone who would be there for her unconditionally. Everybody wanted something from her either to trick her or use her. Later on, though, some of the palace staff get behind her rather comically.
Throughout the drama, she has zilch character development. Even in moments of crisis there are no shining points. She gets pushed around and demonstrates continual lack of direction and purpose.
P.S. The actress that plays her when she's a kid is the most adorable little girl and super talented.
Hae Young
Watch the drama for this guy. He is a beautiful man. The plot might suck, the heroine might suck, everyone might suck, but his emotion and his dilemma is so compelling I had to keep watching.
Hae Young has it all together. He's not particularly snooty but he is competent without being condescending. He's also kind. And not one to let arrogance get in the way of doing the right thing. I loved seeing him get into all sorts of trouble with Lee Seol. The things he does for her...so funny.
As is typical, he teases her and torments her but he gives up pretty easy too which is great. You can see he really doesn't like to see her unhappy. Every time it seems like he's really going to cross some lines with his behaviour towards her, he does or says something that turns everything right round on its head and you can see how he truly feels about her. The way he talks to her in that gentle tone of voice...gah, so touching.
He walks a fine line throughout the drama, struggling with what he wants, what he thinks he wants and what he thinks is best for Seol even though it makes her mad. He gets mixed up in professionalism and all. It really is his bad luck that he likes her so much.
Also, he calls Joo Sang Wook “slimy-looking” hahahaha.
Towards the end, Hae Young's playful side comes out and he's so damn adorable.
Second Female Lead
Even though she has some rights in the way she treats Lee Seol, she has a grating personality. She is dedicated to her cause and I hated her most of the time. The condescension, the control, ugh.
Male Rivalry
I live for the one liners when the two male leads are bickering.
“Stop...stop...If you want to cover her, just up to the shoulders are fine. Why are you moving higher?”
“Have you always been so talkative?”
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First of all, the actors picked were amazing! Song Seung Hun is absolutely and dashingly sexy, and adorable.
The acting was enjoyable. The characters had very good interactions that kept you wanting to watch. The chemistry between the main loving couple was amusing and adorable. Those two knew how to captivate the audience with their lightheartedness and banter.
This drama did not disappoint. It kept me laughing and fully indulged in the drama ( cuz of that I missed like 3 homework).
An amazing watch, especially when you need to see something funny, fluffy romantic and drama-y.
10 out of freaking 10.
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It was a fun watch. It kinda had it all and I cannot say I got bored half way through the episodes. There was a lot of humor and wit between the lead couple coming together and a lot of silly scenes with the Princess adapting to a new life. The storyline to this does not let you down and it's very light hearted at times.
As always you have that one evil leading lady you just love to hate. But no character in this is not without redemption or forgiveness and every character comes full circle by the ending.
If you are a more fast paced or BBF kinda fan this might not be the drama for you but if you like a storyline that builds towards a romance / relationship then you might wanna give this story a try.
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After watching few episodes from this drama I was enjoying much and I was going to rate it high till ep.09
starting from episode 10 everything were in mess
The characters development were under zero
Women's character in this drama were divided between
Naive , frustrating and selfish B****, annoying
The story wasn't good enough
many events were illogical
The plot was ok
The romance was lukewarm
The villains were extremely annoying
The FL character were depressing
And the punishment for the villain characters were weak
What happened to yoon joo and the FL'S sister weren't fair enough for what they did
And they continuing selfish B**** as they were till the end
The FL continue naive and weak till the end
Jung woo the professor was too loyal for such a great B**** like Yoon joo
Something went wrong after ep.09 which made me lost my interest and took a deep breath after I finished it
6/10 just for seung heon because I'm big fan for him
His acting is superior really
Inspite he was smiling most of the time when he looks to the FL while they were talking seriously
Which made the acting lost it's credibility
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KTH at her cutest and SSH at his romcom best. Together, they make one endearing pair.
First, the bad. The script feels uneven and wanders a bit in the middle part. The music sometimes doesn’t fit the scene. The director missed a bunch of things here and there (probably due to the live shoot system).But the good makes up overwhelmingly for the show’s flaws. Our main couple is adorable. They are extremely comfortable with each other and start off as co-conspirators and semi-friends. They’re sweet without being cheesy. They playfully argue without actual bickering. Their characters grow without losing their essence.
I've watched Kim Tae Hee's other romantic pairings before and her role here as a modern princess plus her pairing with Song Seung Hon is the best of all (for reference: she was good with Joo Won in Yong Pal but her character there wasn't; her pairings in Jang Ok Jung and IRIS were tragic). Also, I've seen SSH in his older melodramas and in 2017's Black and couldn't see the charm—until here.
If you like either of them, then I suggest giving this a try. This is one of those few older shows that I can absolutely rewatch and recommend (albeit with some fast-forwarding).
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