1FL + 2ML = principles clashing. They need to break up already. These type of people will never match and will always have problems in their relationship.
1FL = she wants to help people she cares about 2ML = he feels bad when someone is sacrificing for them
2FL + 1ML = their social status is getting between their relationship. They should break up, too. Also, their personalities are clashing, going to be a major issue if they pursue it.
2FL = she only thinks of herself; what she wants, she will get it. She doesn't care what other people feel. 1ML = he is not materialistic; he came from a poor family, so he grew up a simple person. He also values his principles. Accepting that car would make him look like he's in a relationship with 2FL only because she is rich.
Ep. 10 = skating rink scene.
Finally, 1ML understood what 1FL wants. When 1ML refused to skate and said he'll let her win, that was the reason 1FL liked about him. He's humble and understanding. But in the 1st two episodes, he acted like an arse, dominating, pretentious.
1ML needs to just relax and be himself, because if someone likes you, they want to spend their time with you. Exactly what 1FL has been doing since Episode 1. He doesn't need to dominate, or to demand, or to know all the answers. Relax, take it slow.
Now, the ball is on 1FL. What is she going to do about it?
No, wrong question. What are they going to do about it?
It's rare to see a sequel as good as the original. Confidential Assignment 2 was not only at par with the original, it surpassed it. This is more fun to watch. Have more action scenes. And, much solid plot. If they are going to release another sequel, they raised the standards too high with this release.
What I miss with Western movies: a solid plot, a serious story, but still can make you laugh because the comedy parts were natural. Glad to see the Koreans are sticking to that formula instead of following the footsteps of Hollywood.
Well done, great acting from all the actors, the staff, the director, writer, and editing team.
I wonder whose idea it was to change Clark to Caliz; and Angeles to Agiles; but not Manila to Mamashark.If it…
1. Agiles is “Angeles City”, an independent city (meaning, it is not under the political jurisdiction of its former Province [which was Pampanga]).
Angeles City is a beautiful place to live. When you live in Angeles City, you will feel it is a mixture of urban and rural. Life is not as fast as in highly urbanized cities; but it is not as slow as in rural areas. There is a good balance.
Fruits are cheap too since the surrounding areas are where these are harvested.
Prices for everything else are a little the same as in Metro Manila, since Angeles City is economically part of “Mega Manila” or “Megapolitan Manila”.
2. Caliz is “Clark”. Clark is part of Angeles City.
Clark is a beautiful place to visit. Lots of open spaces for families, exercise, cycling, running, and what have you. There are also high-end areas in Clark, too. There are grander plans for its development. Last I heard, it's going to be the second smart city in the country.
3. Caliz International Airport is “Clark International Airport” (was also known as Macapagal International Airport). It is located, well, within Clark in Angeles City.
4. Yes, there are casinos in Clark and in other parts of Angeles City. I mean, which country doesn't have hotel and casinos, even illegal ones?
5. Clark, today, is dominated by mainland-Chinese businesses. Most especially POGO (online Chinese casino services mainly; the President of China hate POGO operations, mind you).
6. The first and oldest Korea Town in the Philippines is in Angeles City. It near the border of Clark (which is also within Angeles City).
If you visit the Philippines and are looking for authentic Korean food, you'll find it all in Korea Town, Angeles City. The farther you go from it, the less you'll find authentic Korean food. Of course, in other Korea Towns (small ones), there are also authentic Korean food.
7. The “Korea Town in Manila” shown in one episode, did not exist yet as of the year it was mentioned in the series. As far as I know, it now exists today, or at least part of the project.
Talk of a “Korea Town in Manila” only started sometime 2021. Malate, Manila was designated as the “Korea Town, City of Manila” or a.k.a. “Manila Korea Town”.
They shot a few scenes in Malate, Manila / “Manila Korea Town” in this series. Those were in Remedios Circle and Manila Baywalk. I think there were others, but I rarely visit this place, before and after it was designated as “Manila Korea Town”.
But, you should definitely visit this place. Malate itself is historical. ^_^
8. The Plavio(?) / Pavio(?) casino aerial shots was actually Okada Hotel and Casino. Which is located in Pasay City, Metro Manila. It's privately owned, so of course they changed the name.
9. Local authorities not getting involved with crimes by and against foreign nationals is, well, true. They admitted as much in the previous years, and the reasoning behind that is simple: delicate diplomatic considerations. If the local authorities receive a formal request, then they'll do something about it, otherwise, they just keep tabs (i.e. watching/observing).
10. Easy to handle employees because there are no Labour Unions in the Philippines.
Partly true.
Labour Unions are enshrined in our laws. Unfortunately, it is not popular because companies in the Philippines stay away from applicants and employees who are a member of Labour Unions.
Secondly, many of the well-known labour unions are either politically aligned, or, do nothing but organise strikes. In other words, there is a negative image around labour unions. So, even though it is highly encouraged by the Philippine government for the workforce to form labour unions, or join one, regular folks who only want to get by, stay away from labour unions.
11. Yes, there were Korean (and Chinese) crimes in the past. Usually committed by their own fellow countrymen (Korean vs Korean; mainland Chinese vs mainland Chinese). And this makes it very hard for the local authorities to get involved. And foreign nationals are very much aware of this, so they rarely get Filipinos involved to make sure the hands of local authorities are tied.
Again, if there is an official request, or it came from Interpol, then the local authorities can take action. Anyway, better ask the experts in diplomatic stuff why it is so.
12. The election did not happen in 2015, it happened in 2016. This was when former President Duterte was elected.
13. The President in 2010 for this show is fiction because he has a son. The real life President in 2010 was single.
In addition to having a son in the show, in the real-life 2010 government, police escorts were limited to government officials; and the use of sirens by police escort were also forbidden.
In the fictional 2010 Philippine government, that did not happen.
did they really film in the Philippines? The venues look familiar, might be Okada or Solaire.
Yes.
1. Pasay City (Okada) scenes. 2. Angeles City 3, Clark, Angeles City
-> Caliz is Clark -> Agiles is Angeles -> Pasay City is, well, "Metro Manila" (since it's part of it anyway)
The "Korea Town in Manila", that doesn't exist in the year it was mentioned in the show. It was still being planned. But, AFAIK, it now exist, or partly, literally a Korea Town in the City of Manila.
The first and oldest Korea Town is located in Angeles City. It is near Clark, Angeles City.
Looks like if it's every GMA show, excluding voltes v legacy. you are already in the comment section. hahaha.…
Hahaha. Nah.
Whoever produces a show, or any project for that matter, that I like, I support that project, not the producing company. I don't add politics to it. A literary work is a literary work, be it an adaptation or original. That's what matters.
Some please clarify, he now possess three kung fu styles? 1. The mysterious white master (golden) 2. The kung fu of the 7 peaks (white) 3. The Dark cult (black/shadow)
Then: a. The staff came from "down the earth" i.e. mortal world b. The bead came from the Dark cult
In the past, when he as young, someone from the 7 Peaks was hunting the bead to destroy it. But the mysterious white master refuses to give it away because he thinks it can be controlled. But that someone from the 7 Peaks believes the bead can not be controlled.
But that someone from the 7 Peaks also know the Dark Cult kung fu style. Who was it?
And now, Xiao Fan is the strongest because he mastered all three styles?
cho yeong returning just to be known as jin bu yeon..... that was disappointing
Because the public must not know what Cho Yeong, a.k.a. Nak Su the assassin, lives.
Secondly, Cho Yeong was given full control of the Body with a Divine Power of its own (the Divine Power originally given to who was supposed to be Jin Bu Yeon, but died; not the Divine Power of Jin Seol Ran).
The Divine Power only runs in the Jin clan.
Third, after what the Assembly did, it is politically important that the Jin clan retains independence. Cho Yeong living as Jin Bu Yeon speaks volume: Never mess with the Jin clan.
BUT, within their close friends, there is no doubt they know she's Cho Yeong. They never met Jin Bu Yeon, it was Jin Seol Ran since Part 1. They have to reveal this information with the new king and Park Jin, sooner or later, if they ever want stability in the new era.
And well, there is Master Lee, who said he'll no longer stand and simply observe. So, he probably told the important characters the complete story.
Can I interpret it as, even though she continued living as JBY, everybody close to them know that it is Naksu?
People close to them probably already know. But for the public, it's best she keeps using the name Jin Bu Yeon because she now has full control over the Body's Divine Power (not Seol Ran's Divine Power, that's different).
They originally (June 2022) said they wanted to do part 2 because:"“When Hong sisters were writing the script,…
Because things change, that's all there is to it. ;)
Also, IIRC, Season 1 Part 1 was supposed to be 25 episodes. Then they decided to remove the last 5 episodes and added another 5 episodes. This move formed Season 1 Part 2.
I'm probably the only one who enjoyed season 2 more than season 1, even though both dramas are highly impeccable!
They're not actually “Season 1” and “Season 2”. :p
It's only “Season 1” with “Part 1” and “Part 2”. It was supposed to air continuously, but they decided to postpone Part 2 “to improve it”. At least that's what I recall.
1 
1FL = she wants to help people she cares about
2ML = he feels bad when someone is sacrificing for them
2FL + 1ML = their social status is getting between their relationship. They should break up, too. Also, their personalities are clashing, going to be a major issue if they pursue it.
2FL = she only thinks of herself; what she wants, she will get it. She doesn't care what other people feel.
1ML = he is not materialistic; he came from a poor family, so he grew up a simple person. He also values his principles. Accepting that car would make him look like he's in a relationship with 2FL only because she is rich.
Ep. 10 = skating rink scene.
Finally, 1ML understood what 1FL wants. When 1ML refused to skate and said he'll let her win, that was the reason 1FL liked about him. He's humble and understanding. But in the 1st two episodes, he acted like an arse, dominating, pretentious.
1ML needs to just relax and be himself, because if someone likes you, they want to spend their time with you. Exactly what 1FL has been doing since Episode 1. He doesn't need to dominate, or to demand, or to know all the answers. Relax, take it slow.
Now, the ball is on 1FL. What is she going to do about it?
No, wrong question. What are they going to do about it?
Look for "Confidential Assignment 2 International 2022 1080p WEB-DL AAC2.0 H.264 tG1R0". That's the one with the best translation and timing.
Look for "Confidential Assignment 2 International 2022 1080p WEB-DL AAC2.0 H.264 tG1R0". That's the one with the best translation and timing.
Look for "Confidential Assignment 2 International 2022 1080p WEB-DL AAC2.0 H.264 tG1R0". That's the one with the best translation and timing.
What I miss with Western movies: a solid plot, a serious story, but still can make you laugh because the comedy parts were natural. Glad to see the Koreans are sticking to that formula instead of following the footsteps of Hollywood.
Well done, great acting from all the actors, the staff, the director, writer, and editing team.
Angeles City is a beautiful place to live. When you live in Angeles City, you will feel it is a mixture of urban and rural. Life is not as fast as in highly urbanized cities; but it is not as slow as in rural areas. There is a good balance.
Fruits are cheap too since the surrounding areas are where these are harvested.
Prices for everything else are a little the same as in Metro Manila, since Angeles City is economically part of “Mega Manila” or “Megapolitan Manila”.
2. Caliz is “Clark”. Clark is part of Angeles City.
Clark is a beautiful place to visit. Lots of open spaces for families, exercise, cycling, running, and what have you. There are also high-end areas in Clark, too. There are grander plans for its development. Last I heard, it's going to be the second smart city in the country.
3. Caliz International Airport is “Clark International Airport” (was also known as Macapagal International Airport). It is located, well, within Clark in Angeles City.
4. Yes, there are casinos in Clark and in other parts of Angeles City. I mean, which country doesn't have hotel and casinos, even illegal ones?
5. Clark, today, is dominated by mainland-Chinese businesses. Most especially POGO (online Chinese casino services mainly; the President of China hate POGO operations, mind you).
6. The first and oldest Korea Town in the Philippines is in Angeles City. It near the border of Clark (which is also within Angeles City).
If you visit the Philippines and are looking for authentic Korean food, you'll find it all in Korea Town, Angeles City. The farther you go from it, the less you'll find authentic Korean food. Of course, in other Korea Towns (small ones), there are also authentic Korean food.
7. The “Korea Town in Manila” shown in one episode, did not exist yet as of the year it was mentioned in the series. As far as I know, it now exists today, or at least part of the project.
Talk of a “Korea Town in Manila” only started sometime 2021. Malate, Manila was designated as the “Korea Town, City of Manila” or a.k.a. “Manila Korea Town”.
They shot a few scenes in Malate, Manila / “Manila Korea Town” in this series. Those were in Remedios Circle and Manila Baywalk. I think there were others, but I rarely visit this place, before and after it was designated as “Manila Korea Town”.
But, you should definitely visit this place. Malate itself is historical. ^_^
8. The Plavio(?) / Pavio(?) casino aerial shots was actually Okada Hotel and Casino. Which is located in Pasay City, Metro Manila. It's privately owned, so of course they changed the name.
9. Local authorities not getting involved with crimes by and against foreign nationals is, well, true. They admitted as much in the previous years, and the reasoning behind that is simple: delicate diplomatic considerations. If the local authorities receive a formal request, then they'll do something about it, otherwise, they just keep tabs (i.e. watching/observing).
10. Easy to handle employees because there are no Labour Unions in the Philippines.
Partly true.
Labour Unions are enshrined in our laws. Unfortunately, it is not popular because companies in the Philippines stay away from applicants and employees who are a member of Labour Unions.
Secondly, many of the well-known labour unions are either politically aligned, or, do nothing but organise strikes. In other words, there is a negative image around labour unions. So, even though it is highly encouraged by the Philippine government for the workforce to form labour unions, or join one, regular folks who only want to get by, stay away from labour unions.
11. Yes, there were Korean (and Chinese) crimes in the past. Usually committed by their own fellow countrymen (Korean vs Korean; mainland Chinese vs mainland Chinese). And this makes it very hard for the local authorities to get involved. And foreign nationals are very much aware of this, so they rarely get Filipinos involved to make sure the hands of local authorities are tied.
Again, if there is an official request, or it came from Interpol, then the local authorities can take action. Anyway, better ask the experts in diplomatic stuff why it is so.
12. The election did not happen in 2015, it happened in 2016. This was when former President Duterte was elected.
13. The President in 2010 for this show is fiction because he has a son. The real life President in 2010 was single.
In addition to having a son in the show, in the real-life 2010 government, police escorts were limited to government officials; and the use of sirens by police escort were also forbidden.
In the fictional 2010 Philippine government, that did not happen.
If it was fine to retain “Manila”, then why change Clark and Angeles?
If they were playing safe, then why did they not change Manila?
It's fiction. They themselves use real-world locations in Korea without changing the names, but with a lot of fictional stuff added.
So, for those who are not from the Philippines, here's a rundown:
No.
But it probably has a negative connotation in Korea, at least based on the other K-drama with Casino/Gambling involved.
1. Pasay City (Okada) scenes.
2. Angeles City
3, Clark, Angeles City
-> Caliz is Clark
-> Agiles is Angeles
-> Pasay City is, well, "Metro Manila" (since it's part of it anyway)
The "Korea Town in Manila", that doesn't exist in the year it was mentioned in the show. It was still being planned. But, AFAIK, it now exist, or partly, literally a Korea Town in the City of Manila.
The first and oldest Korea Town is located in Angeles City. It is near Clark, Angeles City.
They filmed 1Q of 2022 if I remember correctly.
Maybe they will add one in the future, maybe not.
I'm not sure if there are unlicensed sources with English subs.
Whoever produces a show, or any project for that matter, that I like, I support that project, not the producing company. I don't add politics to it. A literary work is a literary work, be it an adaptation or original. That's what matters.
^_^
Some please clarify, he now possess three kung fu styles?
1. The mysterious white master (golden)
2. The kung fu of the 7 peaks (white)
3. The Dark cult (black/shadow)
Then:
a. The staff came from "down the earth" i.e. mortal world
b. The bead came from the Dark cult
In the past, when he as young, someone from the 7 Peaks was hunting the bead to destroy it. But the mysterious white master refuses to give it away because he thinks it can be controlled. But that someone from the 7 Peaks believes the bead can not be controlled.
But that someone from the 7 Peaks also know the Dark Cult kung fu style. Who was it?
And now, Xiao Fan is the strongest because he mastered all three styles?
Just think of the following:
1. Jang Uk is immortal
2. Jang Uk can use his Hwansu ability to shift Cho Yeong to a dead body, just like what Master Lee did.
You can also write fanfiction if you want. There is https://fanfiction.net for that. ^_^
Oh, and yes, Season 2, because Alchemy of Souls only had 1 Season with TWO Parts. Part 1 episodes 1-20; Part 2 episodes 21-30.
Secondly, Cho Yeong was given full control of the Body with a Divine Power of its own (the Divine Power originally given to who was supposed to be Jin Bu Yeon, but died; not the Divine Power of Jin Seol Ran).
The Divine Power only runs in the Jin clan.
Third, after what the Assembly did, it is politically important that the Jin clan retains independence. Cho Yeong living as Jin Bu Yeon speaks volume: Never mess with the Jin clan.
BUT, within their close friends, there is no doubt they know she's Cho Yeong. They never met Jin Bu Yeon, it was Jin Seol Ran since Part 1. They have to reveal this information with the new king and Park Jin, sooner or later, if they ever want stability in the new era.
And well, there is Master Lee, who said he'll no longer stand and simply observe. So, he probably told the important characters the complete story.
^_^
Season 1 with PART 1 and PART 2.
This is the major stumbling block of everyone. It was originally planned to air continuously, but they decided to split it in two PARTS.
Also, IIRC, Season 1 Part 1 was supposed to be 25 episodes. Then they decided to remove the last 5 episodes and added another 5 episodes. This move formed Season 1 Part 2.
It's one Season only. With two parts.
It's only “Season 1” with “Part 1” and “Part 2”. It was supposed to air continuously, but they decided to postpone Part 2 “to improve it”. At least that's what I recall.