Unfortunately it doesn't. This show is a mess.EDIT: Full disclosure: this was written when I was super frustrated…
I wouldn’t say “rather biased” as that would imply s/he had preconceived prejudices. The viewer gave it a chance and didn’t like it so she dropped it and shared her opinion. To each their own. I make my own opinions and usually watch a show through even if it means I have to slam the fast forward button. I do value the opinion of others. It’s great to know I align with Sky’s frustration over the plot setup and I align with your conclusion that it was still a worthwhile watch once you push through the first few episodes. Thanks for sharing.
I add to that though this show has great potential and the comic book portions were done well and the transition of ML and FL from RW to comic back to RW were done interestingly. The script simply needed clean up as to the antagonists’ character intro, climax and fall. It was handled haphazardly with way too much emotion and not enough logic.
Unfortunately it doesn't. This show is a mess.EDIT: Full disclosure: this was written when I was super frustrated…
Yeah. I’ve been forwarding delusional antagonist parts. I’m really enjoying the comic book world though. Although, she has spent so much bonding time with SL that I don’t even know why she likes ML except for the concept of what he represents (her dream of being with the CEO). I’m already feeling bad for SL - we all know what’s going to happen to the poor guy =(
This show is asking ALOT from me in the way of suspension of disbelief. Like there are no cops or investigations into shady matters? Antagonist is just crazy. Not one of those smart plotting villains. Ugh. I was expecting more from the high ratings. Only on ep. 2. Maybe it’ll get better.
Im only at ep 4 but it still doesnt spark joy. This is disappointing. The leads doesn't have chemistry. And the…
We’re now applying Marie Kondo’s theories to dramas. Lol. Love it! Now if I could actually live by the “spark joy” idea, I wouldn’t have so much clutter at home or on mydramalist *sigh*
I thought the ratings were possibly bad because the subs were done poorly (thankful as I am to whoever even attempted it). The drama started out with good intentions and strong FL who still has great chemistry w/ ML from the get go. But it soon becomes repetitive and loses focus. Even the romance aspect falls off. After seeing Aaron Deng in Professional Single, I was expecting much more from the OTP. Ending was horrendous.
So much respect. Just on ep. 2 and not only does FL call out FSL as a “fan girl” but then doesn’t get dragged away as ML pulls the wrist-grab move. *applause for writer*
I’m on the last episode and the hotel scene was super uncomfortable. And I feel like there wasn’t enough back…
Yes! I cringed in so many of those ML controlling moments, especially that one at the last episode. I think this especially bothered me because he was so dang good to her otherwise and for once a ML that puts FSL in her place and doesn’t let her get in between or cause misunderstandings.
I enjoyed this drama. It was more slice-of-life than anything as there was not much to the plot other than relationship between OTP and the SLs. The OTP definitely had chemistry, but some parts ML was overly controlling and it had all the vibes of becoming emotional abuse. This is one of Ireine’s best work. She avoided the cutesy thing and acted more mature so she didn’t come off as a “little sister” like in some of her other roles. It’s hard to show range in these aloof ML roles, but Aaron had moments of emotional spark that got me smiling/laughing. The end was a little frazzled and the last three episodes felt like they we’re trying to find a good way to fill time and end the show. It could’ve been better last episode.
Definitely worth watching as a good fluffy romance.
Why can’t we have a smart and strong female lead in these kinds of dramas without them being obnoxiously loud and abrasive? It’s either the over the top or the weak, dumb and submissive.
Overall, really fluffy, cute drama. The leads actually look super cute together. I love that the male lead was not overbearing or abrasive. He had me in the first episode where they bet on destiny and count the pedestrians...covering eye bit. The FL lead was adorable w/o being brainless and annoying. I liked her acting. There were some fast forward moments, but it’s rare to find a cdrama w/o those. Definitely watch for the romance!
they're using jealousy for the comedic moments but irl it would be really toxic
Truly. I can’t even find it funny knowing it’s straight abuse IRL. A little TINY bit of jealousy is cute but if your man keeps you from your friends, requires you to ask permission to go places or do things, and physically restrains you to keep you in place, RUN (don’t walk) for the hills. IDK why dramas are still using the aggressive male so extensively when so many women are abused by men this way, and this drama does it in an especially glaring, cringey way. Ugh.
I add to that though this show has great potential and the comic book portions were done well and the transition of ML and FL from RW to comic back to RW were done interestingly. The script simply needed clean up as to the antagonists’ character intro, climax and fall. It was handled haphazardly with way too much emotion and not enough logic.
I swear I wasn’t going to write anything under Basketball Loveball but now I have to leave my mark. Lol
Definitely worth watching as a good fluffy romance.