Filing for Love

Well, I guess it was entertaining... for a bit

So, whats to say about it? The FL carried the show. Oh, and the scenes with the topless ML. And maybe the 2nd FL a little. And the cameos helped too. But surely there's more.

Visuals. It looks good enough. Normal colour palette. The cinematography is good I guess. Some interesting shots and angles. Lots of good shots when its about emotions going on. I don't know if it was added in post or not, and though it was not a close-up, I even noticed a person sweating, its not something easily notable, but because of the angle and the lighting etc. Yes, I pick on the stupidest of details (like I saw about the portraits in the art class)... So, most of the times: good stuff.

**Personal point. I hate the scenes where the Sun is involved. Episode 6 (?). sunset, they are walking, she sees something, she runs, he "hey, where are you going?", runs after her, next second full dark. Thats like 3 hours in the span of 2 seconds. From the cinematography standpoint, it looks better this way, sure, but that means the writing is at fault. Same for the sunrise scene in episode 8(?). Thats not how the sunrise works! Two hours timeline crammed in 2 minutes of screen time. I'm saying 2 minutes to be nice. More exactly, she is walking, the sky looks like at least 1h (I'm being generous) before sunrise, she stops, she turns around, the sky looks like 30 min before sunrise, in the next second we get a wide-shot and the Sun is already up, it looks like 30 min after sunrise... I know why it was needed and done like that, but it was bad. Another one is about a couple of portraits in the art class having the wrong orientation (one even smiling). And a few other scenes (like an elevator, or football game) where some characters move faster than possible, on or off screen, to catch up to someone. Nitpicks, not problems, I know, but I had to say it. Also also, the thing with her first day of work. I wont spoil it. Knowing what we know later, how the fk did it all happened? Does it involve teleportation? If not, thats a plot hole. And a major one... But I digress.**

Audio. The sound design is ok. Meh OP and ED, nothing special, but on par with the theme, I guess. The rest is better, nice selection for tracks. Also, nice balance mixing, no track will blow your ears off with some loud volume right after a quiet dialogue, or something.
High production value. World building? No, not really. The usual pacing. You wont get a sense of how much time is passing, coupled with a lot of boring (slice-of-life like) scenes. No, really. Horrible pacing and horrible editing, some scenes just keep dragging on.

Now, the good parts. The story is meh. I get that it must have drama, but it kinda goes over the top. Everyone cheating on everyone, all the time, all around and they gotta deal with it. Something usual irl Korea. Ok, fine, sure. Lets pretend its an interesting concept. The execution of that idea on paper is bad. Ok, maybe not bad, just boring. It is all saved by the acting. Good casting. The main FL stole the show. Apart from some scenes, where she is supposed to be sad/desperate/whatever but she can't really do it, everything else is done great. Body language, mannerism, speech, even her face. Any other actress wouldn't have been this geat for this specific role. There are a few other good actors here, sure, but its like having Anthony Hopkins and some random, normal people around. Especially in the first episodes. Her sarcasm, body language, the way she changes her demeanor in one second, all of that will make you love her and want to keep watching the show. That and the other eye candies. Plus, as I've mentioned earlier, the cameos. Talented actors that bring their own fans. But like I said, the script is meh. A couple of plot contrivances here and there. Stuff like that. You'll enjoy it for the actors and for the feeling of "they got what they deserved" payoff in regards of some of the cheaters. Oh, also, expect lots of red herring. Not a bad thing per se, but it gets predictable.
Character development. There are a few of decent ones. Also, a lot of really lousy ones. One-dimension kind of bad. The best of it is the fact that you shouldn't think you know how someone is. There were a few surprises. Both good and bad. And as the story progresses, it changes to worse... A lot of character assassination, one of them culminating in dumb stuff, even saying something cringe like "I realised I wasn't as bad a person as I thought". Like I said, sometimes the writing is horrible, with lots of exposition dump, pathetic dialogue and forced events occurring.
Comedy. Anything decent mostly involves the FL. The other bits are the typical cringy kdrama stuff. Honorable mention, his sisters. Really funny.
Romance. Well, the chemistry is there. Some nice dialogue at key moments, nice acting and it feels like it has a natural progression. Also, even the stuff thats less than romance, involving other cast, is nicely done.

To sum it all up. Uninteresting premise, ok-ish execution, with some plot contrivances and plot holes. All supported mainly by the FL, a few other cast and the cameo ones. Thats it. Apart from episode 8. That was pure nonsense, as writing, pacing, execution. Time has no meaning, stuff happens or it is shown without explaining what that was. Nothing works. Plot holes, manipulative editing, who knows? And it leaks over to the next episode (for example, I checked for two scenes.38 seconds for: ending the call, going back inside or not, paying up or not, convincing the colleagues to leave, getting their coats on, going outside all the way up to the street to find a cab. 38 seconds... Then 33 more until leaving the last 2 people. Exactly what we're to infer how long it takes in a different setting for a person to go from answering the door, inviting some one in, taking his shoes off, walking inside living room. Then, 103 seconds for: leaving the group (already happening), arriving before the building, going up stairs/elevator (because 2508-2509 it usually means 25 floor, right? Also seeing that she is an executive something in a respectable company, something we see in other kdramas, they all try to live somewhere high up. Also also, the view from her window), entering... How tf is that possible? But hey, "drama is needed, lets force it", right? Right). And the next episode, and the next. *sigh* Basically, the second half its not the same drama. The same teleportation plot devices, character assassination, a lot more contrivances and plot holes. But at least its not the kind of drama that has the "fake marriage contract comes to light & creates problems" trope, right? * wink wink* A better writing would've been if the plot was that he had a colder personality and a more "data" approach in his investigations, learning from her how to "understand" people more. And maybe the 2nd FL to have a better role/dialogue, because from the few scenes where she was playful, it looked like she could do it. Anyway....

It gets a rating of 6. Barely. It should be even lower thanks to its progression. Enjoyable for the first half, cringe and full of tropes in the second one. Maybe you'll rewatch it once more, mostly for the FL. Maybe.
I should mention that there's a difference between enjoyment and quality when talking about media. You can also enjoy bad media (my guilty pleasure), and there's nothing wrong with that. This review is about its quality (as all reviews should be), so keep that in mind.

Have a lovely day.

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​"A Hilarious Start That Wins My Heart"

"The Boss is Tough, But I Can't Get Enough" — Honestly, that is the best way rhymely to describe the energy of this show so far!

I’m genuinely surprised by the low rating—I've only seen two episodes and I'm already cracking up! While everyone has their own taste, this drama hits exactly the right spot for me

I just reviewed this drama from other channel where Im a regular reviewer, just rarely visit and review here in Dramalist and for some reason Im in the mood copy pasting my review from " over there" to " here" 😄.

I wasn't sure what to expect from an audit/office setting, but the dynamic between the leads is pure gold. Gong Myung playing the "fallen corporate prince" as Noh Ki-jun is the perfect foil for Shin Hae-sun’s as Joo In-ah's chaotic energy. She is a total scene-stealer! Her "quirky but lethal" vibe makes the office feel like a high-stakes battlefield, and she brings a brand of comedy that feels so fresh for 2026.

The Audit Team 3 -- "Cheating Specialists" 🤣
The PM team (Public Morals), aka the "Cheating Specialists," is ironically funny. The drama low-key roasts intense Asian corporate culture of nightly overtime. It’s a reality where people are stuck at the office so late that they barely see their wife , families, leading them to bond more with their coworkers than their spouses! While office infidelity happens everywhere East and West , this drama specifically highlights that "night-owl" office grind that makes these forbidden affairs almost inevitable. It’s a witty, light-touch take on a very real social pressure. But because it's a rom- com They handle this "forbidden affair" plot with such a witty, light touch.

Also, it’s so smart how the show uses "audit" as a double meaning. They aren't just auditing the company’s money, they are also AUDITING THE CHARACTER'S MESSY LIVES and failed relationships. It’s social commentary disguised as a rom-com, and I am here for the depth!

Shin Hae-sun is the absolute queen of "eccentric but efficient, in this show " and her role as Joo In-ah might be her best balance of comedy and intensity yet in this drama .She’s essentially playing a "madwoman" with a corporate badge, and it is glorious to watch.

Her "weirdness" feels natural—the way she handpicked Gong Myung for the "Public Morals" unit because she saw him in a stairwell with an engaged woman (talk about a misunderstanding!) shows she’s always three steps ahead.SHS has this unique ability to transition from a playful, prank-loving boss to an icy, bone-chilling executive in less than a second.

Gong Myung plays Noh Ki-jun with this perfect mix of "corporate prince" arrogance and genuine shock. When he gets demoted to Team 3, he doesn't just act sad, he acts offended. You can see the internal struggle in his expressions—trying to keep his dignity while being forced to investigate "menial" office gossip. It makes his character feel human rather than just a caricature of a hotshot.

What I loved GM's portrayal here , he isn't afraid to look a little ridiculous. Whether he's doing a hilariously dramatic "forced" song or reacting to In-ah’s "madwoman" energy, his facial expressions are gold. He knows how to use his "puppy-dog" features to make his frustration look adorable and funny at the same time.

He looks every bit the part of a 2026 elite corporate worker. His "corporate armor" (those sharp suits) makes his eventual "fall from grace" to the messy Team 3 office look even more dramatic. Plus, his expressive eyes really help sell that "cliffhanger" tension at the end of ep 2 —you can see him starting to realize that In-ah isn't just a tough boss, but someone with a secret he might be the only one smart enough to uncover.

What I also love most about this show is how both main leads really carry it as the anchors. In so many dramas, the energy is carried by just one person, but here? Both are absolute scene-stealers.

This isn't just a "watch while doing chores" drama. The wit is lightning-fast—if you miss a line, you miss a laugh! If you like intellectual equals who can’t stand each other but have undeniable chemistry, don't sleep on this one. Definitely my favorite weekend watch!

For the premiere week, it’s a perfect score for sheer enjoyment! Let’s see if this hilarious energy and brilliant drama-comedy balance can actually hold up until the finale. Consider my rating "unsteady". But 10/10 for now!

This is only my second review since coming back to Dramalist this month—The Perfect Crown was my first—and just like that one, I feel like I've found a total gem.

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Filed and folded!

Update:

Finally finished this and I still liked it. I really like the leads and their romance although I wish we saw more of that than the office drama.

****

4 of 4 so far and this show has been saving K-dramas of late for me. I have always liked Shin Hae Sun so I was sure I will enjoy this but she really is such a treat. I love her character in this. Such a badass boss and also so funny! Gong Myung is starting to be a favorite male lead as well. They have such great chemistry. I am loving this so far and hopefully it stays good. There is obviously some office drama and mystery so that also adds to the fun! Will continue watching for sure.

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Loveeeeeee this drama

First of all, I will start with the secretary who thinks because she likes her boss, the vice chairman, she is allowed to do whatever she likes. And I blame the vice chairman for letting it slide. she crossed the line a lot times but it was still overlooked. I loved when Joo Ah told her to watch her tone and reminded her she had no right speaking to an executive that way. Good thing she was fired. So entiled for someone who has loan shark and family problems. The way she visited Noh after ghosting him is even more annoying and he was even kind enough to her stay. To think she hated Joo Ah because she borrowed her her designer pair of shoes is just wild.

And to the vice chairman's brother Jeon threatening Joo Ah to take his side is just another case of entitlement. He should have asked nicely Joo would have considered . using her subordinates to threaten her was just low. And always bringing up his stepmother's mental health is crazy. Their father was even worse.


Buttttt I love their chemistry😩😩😩😩.
Shin Hye Sun did so well. I love how the comedy and romance those little thrillers were incorporated. Especially that scene where she asked the team members to go back because she order in their dinner only for them to catch those two having an affair at conference room😂she gave us something fresh after the art of Sarah.

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underwhelming start

I expected to really like the show but after the first two episodes im feeling underwhelmed. The positives of the show are that anytime the main leads are on the screen (Shin Hae Sun and Gong Myung) its great, they have good chemistry, their characters are interesting and engaging. But so far it feels like they have had hardly any screentime together maybe 5 minutes in total. I also like the dynamic between the second FL (Hong Hwa Yeon) and the main lead but thats where the positives end. i have no interest in the the obvious eventual power struggle between the two brothers and even less interest in the episodic cheating investigations. Hoping it gets better

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*Filling for Love* feels like one of the strongest surprise rom-coms of 2026 so far because it mixes office comedy, investigation drama , and mature romance better than expected. The concept of an internal audit department uncovering scandals could have become dry very quickly, but the series keeps the energy sharp through fast dialogue , chaotic workplace dynamics, and strong chemistry between the leads

The drama’s biggest strength is clearly its lead pairing . Shin Hye-sun once again proves how good she is at balancing comedy and emotional depth. Her character could easily have become another stereotypical cold perfectionist boss, but she gives her enough vulnerability and unpredictability to feel human. Gong Myung complements her very well with a softer and more emotionally transparent energy. Their chemistry feels lively, flirtatious, and surprisingly natural. A lot of viewers are reacting especially strongly to the tension and banter between them.

Another thing the drama does well is pacing. Unlike many office rom-coms that become repetitive after a few episodes, the drama keeps introducing workplace investigations and scandals that maintain momentum. The procedural aspect gives the story structure while still leaving room for romance and comedy.
The weakness, though, is tonal balance. Sometimes the show switches very quickly from exaggerated humor to serious emotional or workplace issues. Certain scenes feel almost too exaggerated compared to the more mature themes like harassment, corporate pressure, or emotional trauma. The drama occasionally risks becoming messy because it wants to do too many things at once.
Some secondary characters are also still underdeveloped for now. The leads carry most of the emotional weight, which works because they are excellent together, but it leaves parts of the supporting cast less memorable.

Still, the writing feels fresher than many recent office romances. It has a more adult energy, faster romantic progression, and stronger dialogue than the average rom-com currently airing. That’s probably why the drama is already building strong audience reactions and ratings early in its run.

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Aliança Instável e Segredos de Escritório

Amor sob Investigação (2026) é uma comédia romântica corporativa super envolvente que acerta em cheio na química dos protagonistas. Acompanhar a Joo In Ah, uma chefe de auditoria durona e cheia de manias, comandando as investigações de escândalos internos enquanto lida com um funcionário focado em vingança, entrega um ritmo excelente.

Por que a nota 9?
Atriz Principal Espetacular: O grande destaque do dorama com certeza é a atriz principal, que é a minha favorita! Ela entrega uma atuação impecável como a chefe excêntrica e rígida que não aceita concessões no trabalho.
Dinâmica de Rivais: A jornada do Noh Ki Jun na problemática equipe de auditoria 3 é muito divertida. A virada na história acontece quando ele descobre um segredo da In Ah e tenta usar isso para recuperar o seu cargo prestigiado, criando uma aliança instável movida pela implicância.
Romance e Tensão Corporativa: A forma como a aversão mútua deles começa a se transformar em um sentimento mais intenso é muito bem construída ao longo dos 12 episódios, misturando perfeitamente as investigações com as faíscas do casal.

Ganha nota 9 porque é uma comédia romântica inteligente, muito gostosa de assistir e com um elenco que dá um show na tela.

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Meu novo dorama favorito

Shin Hye Sun e Gong Myung estão incrivelmente maravilhosos nesse dorama 💗
Amor sob Investigação foi uma ótima surpresa do catálogo da Viki. O dorama mistura romance corporativo mistério e aquele clássico enemies to lovers que faz a gente esperar ansiosamente pelos próximos episódios. O grande destaque da série é a química entre Ki Jun e In Ah . Os dois conseguem transformar simples trocas de olhares e o desenvolvimento do relacionamento acontece de forma gradual, sem pressa, o que deixa tudo mais natural.
A série também equilibra bem momentos mais sérios com cenas leves e divertidas, tornando a experiência agradável do começo ao fim. Eu ri muito com esses dois kkkkkk
Preciso falar sobre Ju In A, uma personagem forte, determinada e cheia de personalidade. Ela não abaixa a cabeça para ninguém, enfrenta as situações de frente e demonstra muita coragem ao longo da história. Gostei bastante da forma como ela se posiciona, sem perder sua essência, mostrando que é possível ser firme e, ao mesmo tempo, humana. Já No Gi Jun ganhou meu coração ao longo do dorama. Além de ser gentil e atencioso, ele não desiste facilmente do que acredita e está sempre disposto a proteger quem ama. É um personagem que mistura sensibilidade, humor e determinação na medida certa.
Esse dorama me ganhou logo de cara nos primeiros episódios, história muito boa e amei a Ost … pena ter apenas 12 episódios, vou sentir falta de acompanhar todo fim de semana!!

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Quand le début promet plus que la fin n'offre...

Dans "Filing for Love", on va suivre Noh Ki Jun, l'un des meilleurs éléments du département d'audit interne de son entreprise. Après avoir mis au jour une affaire de corruption, il pense enfin voir sa carrière décoller... mais l'arrivée de Joo In Ah, une nouvelle directrice aussi brillante qu'impitoyable, va complètement bouleverser ses plans 😭💼

Rétrogradé et envoyé gérer les dossiers les plus ingrats de l'entreprise, il se retrouve malgré lui mêlé à une enquête concernant sa propre supérieure. Entre scandales, rivalités professionnelles, luttes de pouvoir et secrets bien cachés, les deux vont être forcés de collaborer... et découvrir que les apparences sont parfois très trompeuses 👀.

Franchement, ce qui m'a immédiatement plu, c'est qu'on est loin des clichés habituels des rom-coms 🤣.

Pas de CEO glacial traumatisé, pas de contrat de mariage improbable, pas d'héroïne qui passe son temps à tomber dans les bras du héros 😭. Ici, on est sur une romance de bureau qui s'appuie sur des enquêtes internes, des jeux de pouvoir et des scandales d'entreprise. Rien que ça, ça change déjà pas mal des formules qu'on voit partout.

Et puis il y a Shin Hye Sun... 🔥 Encore une fois, elle est incroyable 🤩. J'ai adoré Joo In Ah du début à la fin. Derrière son apparence froide et inaccessible se cache une femme forte, audacieuse, intelligente et surtout toujours plusieurs coups d'avance sur tout le monde 😏. Elle semble n'avoir peur de rien et impose naturellement sa présence dans chaque scène.

Et honnêtement... certaines situations m'ont fait exploser de rire 🤣. J'ai adoré la voir récupérer des attitudes habituellement réservées aux personnages masculins des dramas. Ça apportait quelque chose de rafraîchissant au personnage.

Bon... je vais être honnête 😅. Mon amour pour Shin Hye Sun n'aide probablement pas à rester totalement objective 🫶🏻

J'ai également beaucoup apprécié la dynamique entre les deux leads. Leurs échanges sont agréables, leur complicité fonctionne bien et leur relation évolue naturellement au fil des épisodes. Pourtant... je ne suis jamais parvenue à être totalement investie dans leur romance... 😬

Ça reste très personnel, mais j'ai eu du mal à croire complètement au couple... Gong Myung a un visage tellement juvénile à côté de Shin Hye Sun que je ne les ai jamais trouvés totalement assortis visuellement. Après, ça a ne remet absolument pas en cause leur talent ou leur alchimie à l'écran, mais c'est un détail qui m'a empêchée d'être pleinement embarquée émotionnellement.

Concernant Ah Jeong, je suis restée beaucoup plus partagée 🤷🏼‍♀️... Au départ, j'aimais plutôt bien le personnage, mais plus l'histoire avançait, plus sa jalousie prenait le dessus. Et honnêtement, j'ai souvent eu du mal avec sa façon de s'en prendre systématiquement à In Ah alors que la personne directement concernée restait quand même Jae Yeol 😅

Je comprends sa souffrance et ses sentiments non réciproques, mais certaines de ses réactions m'ont davantage frustrée qu'émue...

Là où le drama m'a davantage perdue, c'est dans sa dernière partie. Une fois la romance officialisée, j'ai eu l'impression que tout ce qui faisait le charme des premiers épisodes passait progressivement au second plan 😕

Les enquêtes internes, la romance, les affrontements entre personnages... tout ça laisse peu à peu sa place à une guerre de succession où les coups bas et les manœuvres se multiplient. Ce n'est pas mauvais en soi, mais j'ai trouvé cette partie beaucoup moins captivante 🥱.

Et malheureusement, ce ressenti s'est accentué dans les deux derniers épisodes... La fin reste cohérente et clôt correctement l'histoire 👍🏻, mais je n'ai jamais retrouvé l'énergie qui m'avait immédiatement séduite au début du drama 🤷🏼‍♀️.

Au final, j'ai passé un bon moment devant "Filing for Love" 🫰🏻, j'ai aimé son univers professionnel, son héroïne et tout ce qui tournait autour des rivalités d'entreprise, mais je garde aussi cette impression d'un drama qui démarre très fort avant de perdre progressivement son souffle... Dommage, je trouve que le concept avait quelque chose de vraiment excellent... mais ça n'est jamais allé aussi loin que je l'espérais...✌🏻

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ça commençait bien …

Les comédies de bureau ne sont pas habituellement le type de séries que je préfère, mais j’ai changé d’avis en découvrant un jour Love scout, et la aussi j’ai été happé par la maturité de la serie, mais encore une fois par contre (voir lz critique sur My royal Némésis), c’est une serie qui débute sur les chapeaux de roue, mais qui s’essouffle dans sa seconde de partie et c’est bien dommage.

J’ai aimée : le gender role reversal rafraîchissant, pour une fois, comme dans Love Scout, C’est une femme qui est la CEO froide et pragmatique. Et en olus c’est mon actrice préférée … Shin Hye-sun, qui encore une fois juste MA GIS STRALE, elle tient parfaitement les rênes, face à un héros « green flag » rétrogradé .
L’alchimie entre les deux leads est electrisante .
L’équipe du « groupe 3 » apporte une touche d’humour et de chaleur bienvenue, ca rappelle un peu ces séries de villages où il y a tellement de gens prévenant qui aident les protagonistes .

mais bon, comme je vous l’ai dit, si la première moitié de la serie est palpitantes la seconde moitié s’enlise dans une guerre de succession chaebol moins captivante, reléguant enquêtes et romance au second plan .
Les personnages secondaires, malgré un bon casting, sont sous-développés, et la jalousie de la seconde héroïne m’a vraiment saoulé à la fin et pourtant j’adore l’actrice .

En vérité j’ai mis 7,5/10 pour le charme et la performance de Shin Hye-sun, mais c’est un 6/10 pour une fin qui simplifie trop les tensions . Un excellent moment si vous aimez les rom-coms adultes, à condition d’accepter un final un peu précipité, j’aurai voulu oar exemple en savoir plus sur l’hypitethique second couple.

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Drama Of The Year!

A romance drama without any of the clichés we're tired of seeing. Just a couple of mature adults who are capable of resolving their issues without unnecessary breakups, no childhood connection tying them together, and no serial killer or psychopath chasing the female lead. The writing is solid from start to finish, and the romantic scenes are absolutely breathtaking, far from those awkward pecks that make it seem like the actors don't even want to be there. The workplace dynamic was also genuinely interesting to watch, and there wasn't a single moment where I felt bored or wanted to pause. For me, this is the drama of the year.

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