I call it my own masterpiece. This drama is much better than I anticipated.
This drama is honestly amazing. It is a drama that warms the soul and brings to mind memories from the past. I've heard of comfort drama many times but now I finally experienced it. Kim so hyun and Chae Jeong Hyeop thank you for bringing this to my soulless life. This drama remains a special memory to me and I will always cherish it.My only regret is that it's too short.
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aesthetically wrapped up 'love the taste of nothing'
I was actually relieved when I saw this drama is only 8 ep because I think kdrama romcoms are usually too long.but this drama feels like the writer was doing their thing writing the story and suddenly found out in the middle of ep 8
that they need to wrap up everything in 30 minutes.
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and to think I was actually enjoying the main couple's story until the last couple episodes..
aeshetics 10/10 and the OSTs very cute and romcomy though. but except for a couple moments mid-show this did nothing to satisfy my kdrama-romance craving.
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Short but sweet
I liked this but it didn't bowl me over, mainly because it seemed too short. It would have been nice to have 12 episodes - with more dialogue. I would like to see part 2 because I liked the characters and the actors.Adapting from a webtoon means the plot seems to a formula but if an apprentice was writing, they have to start somewhere.
More romance and passion? ( Liked the two teacher romance!)
It was competing with two popular series so just have to grin and bear it cast and crew.
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Serendipitous romance
Really enjoyed this romance. With 8 episodes, it was straightforward without too much filler. The cast was lovely to watch. Loved both first and second romances. It reminded me a little of the film Serendipity which also had 'destined to be together' type clichés which I love. He fell first and harder is always a win for me. I laughed, I cried, I swooned at the first kiss! A favourite moment was right at the end of episode 8 which felt like a huge pay off for all their chance meetings. Finished it with a big happy smile on my face.Was this review helpful to you?
Simple story...why not???
This is an awesome heart fluttering drama that I am into nowadays. The chemistry of leads are out of this world too. The story is cliche and funny. 8 episodes are just right for the story but I need to see more of Kim So-hyun and Chae Jong-hyeop in another drama. ? I don't know why there are bad reviews as this is obviously for those that appreciate simple stories. Not everyone wants to watch angsty drama all the time.Was this review helpful to you?
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What even happened?
There was zero conflict/story in this drama. What was even the point? Nothing happened.I didn’t realize it was only 8 episodes, so I was waiting to see what happens with the lawsuit, if his mom eventually accepted their relationship, what would happen with her ex etc. But then it finishes and nothing even happened. This is the first time in left wondering what the point even was of watching this. The main lead’s romance wasn’t even as interesting as her friends. I was more invested in the teacher/coach romance. Even song Pil was more interesting. I wanted to learn more about him. I was hoping he’d find a love interest too or success in his restaurant but they didn’t even develop/explore his character.
I hated Love Alarm and haven’t watched anything of hers since, can’t say I want to watch anything else she comes out in in the future. It was fairly enjoyable to watch but it didn’t develop into anything so I felt like I wasted my time.
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Loved it
First up, I love series with 8 episodes over 16 (that's just me).I thought it was an adorable series. The actors were all awesome, I definitely loved the ML & FL together.
I was shocked at a lot of low ratings on this, but then again everybody has different taste.
I only rated low on "rewatch" since I don't rewatch series, too many new series to watch.
I think it's worth watching.
And of course love happy endings!
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It is what it is
Sometimes, there are times. When I'm tired, after watching dramas with heavy themes, thick plots, or dramas that drain tears and make my chest tight. Well, this drama is the answer.Sometimes I need a dose of chuckles and shy smiles watching a drama. A romcom is a romcom, it is what it is. I personally will judge romcoms through romcom glasses.
This drama is able to present it well.
I watched it with a chuckles and shy smiles.
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superb chemistry!
Like both the male and the female leads have such great acting. I have been watching kim so hyun since love alarm and she never fails to surprise me. But seeing the male lead in a drama is first time for me. Like his acting is so cute and the smirks and smiles he gives to lee hong ju is so cute! Love this drama?Was this review helpful to you?
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A nice throwback to old-school beautiful romance
I do not watch many ongoing shows and this one reminded me why once again. It was such a pain to wait one whole week for new episodes, thank god it's a short series. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this show and I'm sad that it's ending so soon.First things first, as I said in a comment earlier, I'm actually someone who does not enjoy romance dramas a lot. I need a little more to the story in terms of mystery/suspense/business/friendship or just anything that would not make it just plain old romance. But these days, the South Korean entertainment scene has changed so much that there aren't really many plain old good romance dramas that this feels like such a fresh breath of air and it did not let me down in terms of the story, characters, acting or the music as well.
What I love about this show is that it broke all those usual tropes and I'm all for it. No toxic female friendship considering they share a love interest. I actually love this fresh take on the friendship between the women where they are so so supportive, so amazing. And not just them, but friendship in general. They have portrayed such a beautiful and supportive friendship between the three of them (even five, in a way) and it has been so pleasant to watch. The second trope they break is communication. The characters communicate with one another. Whether it be between parents, or between friends or lovers, they talk to each other. Sure, they might take some time, but they communicate without fear of the response. So happy to see so many healthy relationships in this drama. Third, until now, although the ML's mother does not support their relationship (for maybe selfish reasons), you do not see her causing harm to the FL. So, she does not come across as an evil villain. Fourth, the perfect balance between flashbacks and reality. They do not delve into the flashbacks so much that it becomes boring. One of the rare shows where I did not fast forward even once.
I quite like how they have a coherent story without loose ends and I'm really enjoying the great acting by this bunch of people. It's my first time seeing some of them and it's been very nice. I really like the cute chemistry between both the couples on the show. I also enjoy some comic moments a lot, it does not have unnecessary angst or melodrama - something I was expecting going into it tbh. Maybe that has something to do with the limited episode format.
I'm at crossroads with whether I like the length of the show or not. While it is perfect in the sense that had they increased the episode count, it might have lost some of its positives and maybe indulged in tropes, but I enjoyed their story so much that I just can't help wanting more.
It's a very happy, interesting and beautiful watch. Quite easygoing as well. Would definitely recommend this to my friends! :)
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Captivating Performances and Dynamic Storytelling: A Must-Watch Drama! It just needs more hype now.
This drama is exactly the kind of series I love to watch. The storyline is incredibly dynamic and immensely enjoyable. The first two episodes had me eagerly anticipating the rest of the series. The narrative is gripping, keeping you hooked from start to finish, and the characters are truly delightful. The relationships in this drama are particularly compelling; while you might not completely agree with every aspect, you'll definitely understand where I'm coming from once you watch it.Kim So Hyun's acting is absolutely captivating. She brings her character to life with a wide range of expressions, making her performance incredibly fun to watch. Chae Jong Hyeop is also impressive, though his acting may not be as dynamic, he still delivers a solid performance. His character is fascinating, and you'll find yourself wanting to learn more about him as the drama unfolds.
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Embrace the Cuteness
Cast—Chae Jong Hyeop (as Kang Hu-Young) and Kim So Hyun (as Lee Hong-Ju)
I think that we are smoldering another big summer hit drama with Serendipity’s Embrace. I love the title.
Ser·en·dip·i·ty —the gift of finding valuable or agreeable things not looked for. Dictionary
Serendipity’s Embrace stars Chae Jong Hyeop and Kim So Hyun. I adore this pairing of actors. They look so natural together. I don’t catch these two acting. I feel like I am peeking in on someone else’s real life. There is strong chemistry between Chae Jong Hyeop and Kim So Hyun. Serendipity’s Embrace is absolutely a fun romantic ride.
The story
ML Kang Hu-Young is a “by the books and don’t paint outside the lines” kind of guy. FL Lee Hong-Ju feels free to express her emotions and feelings. They meet in high school, as serendipity brings them together. However, life gets in the way, as Kang Hu-Young moves to the States and becomes a very successful businessman. After 10 years, Kang Hu-Young is still the stoic man who needs to be trained how to love and Lee Hong-Ju is existing a failed relationship. One big huge point of this story is whether your recollection of the past is really to true story?
Absolutely adorable
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