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I concur - lovely reflection

Binge watched this over 2 days. The leads had insane chemistry; I couldn't get enough!
Great cast. The cinematography was beautiful & accompanying OST.
The friendships were true & life-long. They were more like family - loved seeing their dynamics. The lead's relationship definitely had it's issues, a power imbalance, lack of trust & open communication. The FL was young & inexperienced in the advertising world, new to Beijing (big city) and didn't have much experience in relationships, but we saw her character development as the drama progressed. The ML, very successful, domineering, arrogant - used to getting his own way. He resembled his father in these traits; the person he hated most. He thought he didn't need complicated relationships or love but through hardships he came to realise his own feelings. The drama's storyline deals with some quite sensitive topics, such as suicide, sexual abuse & mature themes etc.
It's funny when I read some people's comments on other people's posts and they become quite aggressive or combative if they don't agree with the person's review of the show. We have to remember that what we like or dislike is subjective - we're all entitled to our own opinions.
For me, I enjoyed the drama & would re-watch it. If you don't agree that's ok😊

Wow! it seems there are very strong opinions here - everyone's entitled to their opinion. whether you like or dislike a drama is subjective.
I started watching this drama for the leads - I love both but I found it quite slow and boring or at least up to ep 12, which is where I got up to. After a few weeks I was skimming past some dramas & came across this one again. I couldn't remember if I had watched it or not. That's how memorable it was... not
I feel bad because I really wanted to love it Both Bailu & WXY usually star in good dramas.

Masterful! Brilliant cast and plot that had me captivated from the get go. I'd highly recommend it.

Absolutely brilliant drama! Domestic abuse is such a serious topic. It doesn't discriminate against social classes, age or gender. It was so realistically portrayed - Although a slow burn it had me glued from beginning to end. Excellent cast, cinematography & OSt and we got our moral ending

I enjoyed this short drama but it's such a pity that 2 power house actors such as Wang Gege & Wang Haozhen just didn't seem to have any chemistry - don't get me wrong they seem very cute & friendly but there was no sexual tension. Their kisses were so performative lacking any passion. I've seen both in separate dramas where they showed a broader range of acting including passion & sexual tension with their co-stars.
I love both actors so am curious .... could it be that they either don't get along or are stuck in friend-zone, so can't hit the mark when it comes to acting out intimate skin ship scenes?
Am I the only one to think that?

Beautiful cinematography and costumes - visuals were just outstanding! The OST and CGIs were great and so was the cast. The plot was interesting but it didn't grab me from start to end

I felt the same - I was totally hooked from beginning to end.I loved the OST and the cast were brilliant. The story was compelling as it unravelled showing different layers of each of the main & supporting characters. I'd also rate this 9/10 & will add it to my rewatch list. To reiterate your comment, it may not be everyone's cup of tea but aren't our likes & dislikes subjective, based on our individual preferences? Glad I stopped to read your review 😊

Thanks for the suggestion - I'll have to watch it

Great! Thanks

Do you have the English title please?

I have to admit I really enjoyed watching this drama. It was a dark and fragile story, touching on very complex mental health issues. Although Baek A Jin was manipulative I couldn't help feeling sorry for her because her childhood and teenage years were so traumatic without any positive adult role models to love and guide her. The physical abuse she endured obviously had an impact on shaping her character. She showed some sociopathic traits from an early age; she was highly intelligent and knew how to manipulate. Her only 2 friends; YJS and KJO stuck with her to the end both ready to sacrifice their lives for her. -YJS tried to stop her from spiraling any further and hurting more people by bringing to light the truth behind her personas in a documentary released on the same night she was awarded Best Actress, which led to her ultimate downfall. He was ready to accompany her in life or death and was able to confess his love before his demise.
The ending could have been wrapped up better. There seemed to be some unfinished stories e.g. BAJ's husband, I was hoping the videos of all his crimes would have been released & he would have been arrested & jailed. Also why was there an urn showing BAJ had died when there was also footage of her walking away from the final car accident and a scene showing a female laying flowers before her niche, which presumably could have been Baek A Jin ??
Anyway despite the open ended finale I really enjoyed this drama to the end. The cast, visuals, photography, wardrobes, were exquisite. The chemistry between the leads was fantastic. Especially between Kim Yoo Jung and Hwang in Yeop.

I'm half way through and finding the story plot ok but not great. I like the leads & side characters but can't stand when LYT puts on that high pitched little voice in her supposed honey trap scenes - very off putting.
Good cast, beautiful cinematography & costumes. Some comedic moments which makes it more entertaining but not sure why it's not really grabbing my interest yet

ML's six pack kept me hooked to the end

I wish Minkyung would get over her ex and start a fresh. She seems to be one of the ones struggling the most. it's not surprising after 7 1/2 years together. He seems he's ready to move on & doesn't seem to have any feelings left for her 😢

Loved it! And great chemistry between the leads.

I really enjoyed this short drama but thought the leads' kissing scenes were little to be desired. Very unnatural

thank you

I'm struggling to get through this drama. I've been seeing a couple of episodes at a time. Not sure why it's not grabbing my interest. Although the ML character I find dull. I'm up to ep 32, is it even worth finishing?

I absolutely love Hidden Love and I've rewatched it a few times. Each time I fall in love with the storyline, cast, cinematography - everything! Leads had such great chemistry!! But this mini drama felt like the actors were trying to copy the original actors and how they portrayed their characters. It didn't feel authentic and chemistry was just ok