Nelly

Dropped..
I should have read the reviews..you can sniff the fandom with their 10/10 and 9/10 and headlines that goes like "The Best cdrama of 2024" but I know the real views cos 3,4 are saying exactly what I picked on in just two episodes... Overproduction, petty FL,spiceless romance,SML who gets more screen time than the ML..(this is all over these two episodes) ..It's okay I was looking for at least one ZLH drama that I can watch to see what he is all about but I guess,I will just wait for "OverDo" unless you have a recommendation that is not The Best Thing or a xianxia ..Tough crowd tonight 😂

Brilliant 👌
I still remember when this first dropped a couple of months ago, I only played the first few minutes of Episode 1 just to keep it on my radar. But the very first line was so absurd I had to screenshot it for my memory board. That’s when I knew: yep, I’m coming back once this is finished.

Then came the blind date scene. The guy actually said:
"It’s a miracle someone like you is still single. It’s like finding a bargain stock that was unutilised "

My mental chopsticks dropped at the exact same time as the FL’s face. That was my sign. Bingo..I need this drama in my life. I’ve been way too happy lately…😂

What’s changed since you last talked about it? Production is done, the money has moved, and other viewers are enjoying the drama. Why get worked up over a system you can’t change? Imagine if the tables were turned..if people nitpicked everything on your side. No show is ever perfect, but does that mean we should freak out every time someone says something we don’t like? Life is already hard enough without worrying about every little thing people do or say.
By the way,I live in an Arab country for almost 2 decades so am not a stranger to the politics but from what I know,you are taught tolerance.

Bossam:Steal The Fate - full OST
https://youtu.be/YHU85NAQBvc?si=C-1DRipn_cBAxeFw

I can attest that we are all here for Cha-dol,this will always be memorable character for him I can't believe he was only 10.
He has a great future

Am on her 3 rd drama, should I say that am a fan or she finds me by fate
-Art of Negotiation
-Bossam: Steal the Fate
-Good Job

So these two have done two dramas together in 2 years.. should we say Fated?
Just finished Bossam..great drama now I need more of them so here I am

That was a very short arc that ended in like 2 episodes only..the rest were great

Just one question; Why is this drama rated low?
It has one of the best writing, production, should I say the greatest OST and BGM I have ever came across in any sageuk!
It deserves at least 9.0/10

So you think spamming your grievances on MDL will make the production team notice, apologize, or even change anything? Then you’re more naïve than I thought.
I come from a minority myself, and trust me, there isn’t a single film or drama that gets everything “right” when it comes to us. But if we went into battle every time, we’d never have the energy left to actually enjoy anything.

At the end of the day, dramas are for entertainment and escapism. If you feel too triggered, you always have the option to watch something else. I’ve seen Arab films, for example, sometimes they reference Western countries in questionable ways, but the filmmakers are too busy creating to waste time being perpetually outraged.

I genuinely hope you find the peace you’re searching for. As for me, I’ll be focusing on the parts of this drama that actually make it great.

So you think spamming your grievances on MDL will make the production team notice, apologize, or even change anything? Then you’re more naïve than I thought.
I come from a minority myself, and trust me, there isn’t a single film or drama that gets everything “right” when it comes to us. But if we went into battle every time, we’d never have the energy left to actually enjoy anything.

At the end of the day, dramas are for entertainment and escapism. If you feel too triggered, you always have the option to watch something else. I’ve seen Arab films, for example, sometimes they reference Western countries in questionable ways, but the filmmakers are too busy creating to waste time being perpetually outraged.

I genuinely hope you find the peace you’re searching for. As for me, I’ll be focusing on the parts of this drama that actually make it great.

Request to MDL,
Can you create a separate MDLplatform for people who are not happy with anything other than the script,the acting,the OST,the cinematography,the editing,the production and everything that makes a drama or movie great.

All I need was to read the synopsis and decided that I wasnt going to watch a drama of a long distance relationship..the word "yarning" makes me think of sad things.. really sad feeling so skip Ad

I said the sane thing

Thank you..coming from one of the most iconic reviewers on MDL that means a lot.And for the gift too 🙏 🙏

Not me mentioning you without paying loyalties 😂
For sure Kazushi's character needs a refund..they didn't do him justice..I ended up binge watching all their BTS and promo videos..he is more talkative than the rest..and talented too..
I couldn't believe they actually learnt to play the instruments for the show..now that's what we call japanese dedication..

I hope we get another drama like this from either side,Korea,China or Taiwan..

I just wrapped up this drama and honestly, I don’t think that 8.3/10 rating on MDL does it justice. Maybe it’s because it’s an older drama, but in my opinion, it deserves at least an 8.5

For which reason I think it deserves more ratings, I never felt the urge to fast-forward, which says a lot. The political parts weren’t boring either, mainly because there wasn’t much room for “court politics” when the king was basically a tyrant. No harem drama here either, the king had only one queen and was devoted to her. The real scheming came from people secretly trying to save Joseon from his madness.

Speaking of madness: this king had a delightful little habit of killing anyone who looked like they might take over the throne ,including his own son, Nokdu. Charming, right?

As for the rest: the comedy hit the mark, the tension was genuinely gripping, and while the fight scenes weren’t the flashiest, they fit the story’s tone. And yes, people did die. A lot of them. Which makes the drama feel heavier and more grounded. Honestly, I can’t even remember anything that really annoyed me.So yeah, for me,

The Tale of Nokdu sits pretty at a solid 8.7/10.

https://mydramalist.com/profile/Neema57/review/493188

I posted it last night..I forgot to share the link

https://mydramalist.com/profile/Neema57/lists

I will only respond to the last paragraph..and forgive me but I can only go back and forth maximum 3 replies and this is the last one.

"Maybe you should watch more costume/historical dramas" How about you let me enjoy what I enjoy,how I perceive it,who I think has the best chemistry, according to my POV..?

So you watch and have more knowledge in historical dramas? Good for you. I watch more modern dramas for reasons I don't need to talk about here?It's a big universe for all over us.
Not everything should be a debate..it's exhausting but I appreciate your time and your opinion..
According to the 300 shows I have watched not including the ones you have watched..Love Designer CP have the best chemistry and that's my final vote.You can also make your list and your post..I won't even come to comment cos that's not my view..

Have a bless time.

peace ✌️🕊️

Yes 🙂‍↕️

After reading JoJo's review I absolutely felt the same thing you felt of not needing to write another one..They took words out of my mouth..but I had things to pick with the show that they had to come out..

Thank you so much for reading all that yapping..I didn't set out to write a long one but here we are breaking down characters one by one..

And thank you for the Award..
Aregato Kozaimas 🙏