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A summer I know will never end
June 30, 2026Never Ending Summer has been my favourite Chinese Drama of the year for sure. I kept looking forward to watching when new episodes would drop everynight. It is so amazing as to how their love story has unfolded and along with the overall plot prognosis. I genuinely am so happy with Luo Xi Xiao and Zhou Wan, I think they are definitely one of those second chance romance plot that just makes sense. It reminds me of Lighter vs Princess, it is where they were just too young to go against the odds. Moreover, having that break up really helped them grow better and be more mature. In a sense a stronger built for their independence and future, I also applaud our female lead Zhou Wan for being smart and not necessary a damsel-in-distress type of lead.
It is such a breather watching this show and I just love how they have their TV show of the casts interacting as well to support the drama. It truly just sets warmth through the audience.
I hope everyone gives them the love that they deserve, I truly am so sad that this drama has ended, and I look forward to rewatching this again in the near future.
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With new perception comes great tears TLDR A FUKCING MASTERPIECE
May 16, 2021HOLY FUCKING HELL, I JUST BAWLED THE FUCK OUT OF MY EYES. This show is A FUCKING MASTERPIECE AND WHEN I SAY A MASTER FUCKING PIECE. A LITERAL MASTERPIECE. This show is an eye-opener for people. The plot is well written, every episode you see new stories being told. And you can help but wonder, what new life lesson will I learn? I am so sad to say goodbye to the series, where I finally learned what it feels like to appreciate the little things in my life.
Geuru's Uncle, first of all, I just wanna say that he had the greatest character development out of all the kdramas that I have watched this year. I feel the ounce of betrayal and angst that he felt. I feel pity for the things that he lost and you can say that if he never met Geuru, he would probably living this lifestyle right now.
Nummo (is that how you spell it??) aka Geuru's neighbor friend, I just wanna say thank you to her. She is the greatest friend ever, I love everything that she does and does for Geuru and how her friendship evolved with Geuru's Uncle.
As for Geuru, THE ACTOR THAT PLAYED HIM IS SO TALENTED. I AM SEEING A HUGE POTENTIAL FOR THIS BOY. I DEFINITELY THINK THAT HE WILL HAVE A GREAT FUTURE. I will definitely miss Geuru's personality. He may be timid and only speak when he feels like he needs to. But I fucking love this kid, I will take a bullet for him to be honest.
I HOPE YOU ALL WILL WATCH AND LOVE THIS SERIES. IT'S DEFINITELY SOMETHING THAT YOU WON'T EVER REGRET TO WATCH AND SURELY SOMETHING THAT WILL YOU ALWAYS REMEMBER. I HOPE YOU LEARN SOME LIFE LESSONS AS WELL AS YOU PROGRESS THROUGH THE SERIES. BEST WISHES!!
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Watermelon on a sunny day vibes
Nov. 14, 2023Twinkling Watermelon is the best KDRAMA of this quarter for 2023. Everything for me was just perfect. The writing, the dialogue, the execution of the scenes, the pace, and the ending. It was so well-done.
I genuinely haven’t felt this type of emotion within the past few years, but this KDRAMA gave me all the feelings that I need. There wasn’t any unnecessary filler and sub-plots. All the things that were presented, were in tied and put well together. There is nothing I can even say that is incoherently bad about Twinkling Watermelon. There is so much life lessons that were shown here like living for yourself and not for your parents. Live the life that you want. It is such a heart warming KDRAMA. I have definitely can say that this is an S-TIER KDRAMA.
It deserves the hype and the love that it is getting right now. Twinkling Watermelon has given me so much comfort that I know that I will be rewatching this again and again. I love how the youthfulness was shown. The fantasy aspect was amazing and I really feel that inner child of mine being healed in a sense.
The cast is amazing from the current time period to the past time period. They all executed their roles well and I cannot believe I am saying good bye to them. My Mondays and Tuesdays will now be feeling more hollow and the joy that this series have given me was truly just spectacular.
To Yi Chan and Cheong Ah: I truly believe that you guys are such important figures in terms of showcasing that you really gotta fight and push through with life. No matter how things can get rough and challenging. Seeing them push through and over coming their challenges is definitely a life lesson that I will be keeping in my mind. As I also flourish with age, and my youth will slowly disappear. I wish I can age and find a love that they have to each other.
To Eun-Gyeol and Eun-Yoo: I heavily relate with you guys. Having that expectations from my own parents definitely have made me feel super pressured and it did boggle with my mental health. I think your scenes have definitely triggered some of my own hidden emotions that I have been running away from as well. I guess a letter to myself is that like how you two were able to succeed and fight through the course of life. I will be able to tackle my problems head on too. And I will not have to resort to just running away from it.
I truly felt the roller coaster ride type of emotions while watching Twinkling Watermelon. I do find myself having comfort with the cast and the series. I wish you guys can give this show the love that it deserves. This show has definitely jumped into my top 5 Kdrama series for sure.
Viva la vida !
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Always rooting for the Anti-hero
Nov. 29, 2023Finishing Vigilante definitely solidified the strength of Nam Joo Hyuk's acting skills. I may have not read the webtoon version of it so my opinion is definitely much different than those who have read it.
But for someone, who only watched Vigilante and not the webtoon. I must say that this is a pretty solid drama. I feel like the 8 episode format was okay. Though, I wish it was a bit longer. I feel like I need more explanation and details in regards to the plot development and structure. Since this is an crime-solving action drama, I was really hoping for a stronger grasp of plot development from the writers. Or maybe a better execution from the directors? Not quite sure but it lacks that type of feeling, I just can't seem to point out.
Nevertheless, this is still a pretty good drama regarding my few critiques. Definitely add on your watchlist!
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A timeless and majestic series
Edit: Dec. 29, 2022Watching The Untamed again just before this year ends was definitely the best decision I have ever made. Up to this day, I still cannot find a Chinese drama to top this series. It's just too fucking good. TO more edits may come to this review as I rewatch again in the latter years. Just posting and pushing the narrative to watch this damn series if you haven't already
Feb 26, 2021
THE UNTAMED IS ONE OF THE MOST BRILLIANT WELL WRITTEN CHINESE DRAMA IN HISTORY. There is not a single episode wasted. Although it might 50 episodes long, I am still craving for a second season. The chemistry between the two male leads are superior. It is unfortunate that they couldn’t add the romantic scenes due to censorship. However, the constant gaze and choice of words of Wei Wuxian and Lan Zhan are superior into expressing their love and care for each other.
Wei Wuxian’s selflessness and braveness are something that are hard to find these days. The 16 year of separation due to his death was painful to watch. Can you imagine losing your partner for 16 years? Lan Zhan was strong to handle that. Also, taking care of their “adoptive child” Wen Yuan. Lan Zhan was like a single dad for 16 years. And when Wei Wuxian came back, Lan Zhan cherishes him even more. He is always there for Wei Wuxian even if everyone is against him.
Wen Ning, I love you so much. You are the best best friend ever!! Your loyalty to Wei Wuxian is superior. I am sad that you died in an unjustifiable way. But I am happy you came back as a fierce corpse. Maybe when you reach afterlife, you will see your sister Wen Qing again.
ANYWAYS WATCH THE UNTAMED IF YALL HAVENT THIS IS SUPERIOR. ONE OF MY ULTIMATE FAVOURITE CHINESE DRAMA!!!
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STUPID FUCKING BELL
Sept 2, 2022Whoa, this is such an amazing drama. As someone who struggles to finish historical dramas, Alchemy of Soul just hits different. This season is so good that I cannot wait for the next season in December. I have so many theories right now on what possibly might happen and I having high hopes for what the Hong sisters will bring in terms of writing the script for season 2. I think other reviewers here have already mentioned what I wanna say but I just really wanna emphasize my love for Yul. I think Yul is such an amazing character, I feel like all the things that he did for Mu-deok/Naksu was just amazing. I think Yul is an under appreciated character within the viewers. As for Uk and Naksu (because yk 👀 ), I love their chemistry and now that we are switching from Somin to Young-jung is really hyping me up for season 2.
I cant waitttt, so for those who are reading this, go WATCH ALCHEMY OF SOUL ON NETFLIX RIGHT NOW 😤
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TIME LOOP EXPERIENCE
Feb. 25, 2022Reset is actually a drama that is recommended to me by a friend. To be quite frank, I actually rarely watch these types of genres or dramas as they are not my cup of tea. But to my quite a surprise Reset is actually such an interesting drama.
The characters are well-thought-out though I did have some issues with the writing of the plot. I feel like they could have explained things more. But I guess that's one of the key points with sci-fi time travelling dramas, THEY DON'T EXPLAIN EVERYTHING. So I guess if you don't like dramas with no full closure. Maybe this one is not for you.
Also, I was a bit sad when our Cat-boy did not enter the loop. I really thought he was gonna be part of it and they are gonna be a trio. Oh well. 😢
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I wish my summer was beloved too
Feb. 20, 2022Oh damn, another drama done on my ever-growing list of k-dramas. I can't believe it’s done. Our Beloved Summer is one of the few dramas where I will excuse the "break up" parts because it is so well thought out and not like those unnecessary breakups in other dramas.
The chemistry is splendid, I think that the male lead and female lead were able to convey the emotions needed. I like how the acting is just appropriate and the casts were not overacting or underacting. Also, the documentary movie was so cute as well. I kinda skipped it through while watching since I cannot find the subtitles. But I'll edit this review, once I find the subtitle for their move.
Ji-ung is the character that I have a lot to talk about. For me, I relate heavy to his story so maybe this is why he captured my heart and my attention throughout the whole series. Yes, it is hard to accept parents who have neglected you throughout your whole life. I also understand why he felt that way. I just wanna hug him so bad cause he needs it so much. Thank god, he was able to find some sense of family with Ung's parents. I really hope that Ji-ung was given a solid partner, but I'll settle for the hint that the directors gave away.
I guess the moral of the story is: cherish your life and live as if it is you're last...
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One of the best enemies to lover dramas out there!
Jan. 23, 2022Oh my gawd, Bad Buddy is that show, it is so fking good, I can't believe I have to say goodbye to this. But on a positive note, I do am starting this year with a top tier BL Drama. I think this is one of the most unproblematic shows in the BL industry. From no stupid break-ups to misunderstanding. And the fact they are not succumbing to the stereotypical 'wife' and 'husband' roles towards gay couples or lesbian couples is just astonishing. I love how Pat and Pran are able to communicate effectively with each other, and how they were able to accept their sexuality for who they are. AND ALSO HELLO, THE BI/PAN REPRESENTATION HERE YALLS! I just love how our main couple here are indirectly described Pat as "Pan" and Pran as "Bi". Though others might disagree, from their dialogue in that one episode, I can definitely prove my point on why I think those might be their sexual orientation. Moreover, the chemistry is just off the charts, hello 👋 . I was feeling butterflies 🦋 throughout the series. The fact that Pran has one of the best facial expressions in commanding his emotions just says on how good of an actor he is. Pat being such a caring and loving boyfriend made me so jealous.
Also, I love our side couple, the fact that there is a lesbian couple representation just says a lot about this series. I wished they had more screentime but all in all, it's all good.
Okay imma just cry now cause my attachment issues can't 😭
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Amazing chemistry but what happened to the plot?
April 16, 2021I feel like the series started out with a bang like literally. But I was just so disappointed with the plot itself. I was so frustrated like I was skipping so much throughout the 2nd half of the series. Maybe I am burned out from watching so many BLs but I am not sure. I see so many good reviews and I just don't vibe nor like the series, Korn and Knock definitely saved the show since I was so close to dropping it. Maybe season 2 will be better?? Who knows...
I usually write longer reviews but I am so disappointed that I just wanna forget I watched this. Hopefully, Manner Of Death is good since MaxTul is starring that as well...
STAN YIHWA FOR CLEAR SKIN SHE LITERALLY IS THE ONLY BAD BITCH CHARACTER THAT I STAN. ALSO PRAISE TO THE ACTORS THEY REALLY DID WELL EVEN THO I HATE THE PLOT.
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Sun and Mork are show stealer
April 12, 2021Dark Blue Kiss gives a realistic perspective of what couples face. It has it flaws but overall it was a pretty good show to watch.
As much as I love Pete and Kao, Sun and Mork really stole the spotlight for this show. I feel like they showed better development and growth. They also revived the show from doom in my opinion.
Pete and Kao's storyline were a bit condescending in my opinion. As much as I love their chemistry, I could feel the frustration between their misunderstanding. There are certain points where I just wish these two would open up more and which they did. But there's so much part that could have been cut down from their misunderstanding and show more growth of their relationship.
Pete's Dad and Kao's Mom are some of the best parents to exist in the BL world. I love these two so much, I wish I could be like them if I decide to have kids in the future.
Sun and Mork, hands down strong asf chemistry. Their flirtation just gives me the feels. Like every time Sun tease Mork, HOLY MOTHER OF DAMN. Sun really loves him. Of course, they had misunderstandings as well and I got frustrated about it too. But I was so interested in their storyline more than our main couple. Sorry, not sorry!! Also, their moments on the last episode got me wheezing especially when they talked about their respective position. I be like hmm y'all be like that huhh...
Also, we stan a supportive friend group!! They are the best, they really help each other to communicate. They are actual squaad goalssssss
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So good, so toxic, so angsty, so real, so dramatic
Sep 8, 2026The Early Spring really sets the tone for the Cdramas that has been out for this quarter. I have dropped many Cdramas left and right and this one really stuck out to me. I know that many people flock the series for it being abrupt in comparison to the novel which is also why I docked marks in terms of that story scoring. However, if you are willing to overlook past that given how the cast and the directory and basically the cinematography of the drama delivers, it is a solid 10 across all boards to me.
I think that Flora and Luke has a realist nuance couple dynamics that stems from their situationship-esque, fwb, casual exclusive relation but not official, to blurry lines, to officially in a relation, and along with the power imbalance in workforce, social standing, and just overall financial stability. I think that this relationship component really tug hearts to many viewers. They exhibit toxicness for sure, lack of communication skills, and overall inability to trust each other. But given the circumstances they were both in and how they were progressing, it is inevitable to say the least. I truly think that people who hate on either Luke and Flora are valid in terms of their feelings, to me on the other hand, I just think that they are a good example of how complex human relationships are. We all have thresholds and we all do things differently, obviously it is not an excuse to be a bad or mean person to anyone or to even put them down. Luke is a clear example of how his actions speak louder than his harsh words to Flora. It just feels so realistic to me, and I get that people say it is a romanticization of toxicity of human nature.
I truly just can't get behind that narrative of the leads having to be FULL GREEN FLAG, GREEN FOREST. Like yes, we preach and we don't settle for less. But there is just something about Flora and Luke's dynamic that screams to me, I totally get it, I get why they came back to each other, I get why after all the shit they been through and what they put to each other, they really made each other end-game. Again, no romanticizing toxicity but I feel like they weren't even that toxic. They are just being normal human beings. And I get the comparison of Flora or Luke to other Cdrama leads that are green flags, it is a viewer's freedom to compare. Truly, I just don't think that The Early Spring was selling that plot of whimsical, rainbows and sunshine plot, that many of these characters were in.
A wholeass tangent during midnight just cause I had to finish that 4 episodes back-to-back and they truly delivered. Keeping up with this series, waiting for each episodes to drop day-by-day was truly something that I needed. It was so good, I was so hook, I did not even bother watching anything else every time new episodes drop. I watched this first then the other dramas airing that timeslot.
Truly feel like the fall season that is basically around the corner with this series ending. It definitely boiled my blood, both leads were getting on my nerves, but for some reason, I cannot hate them like everyone else. They just screamed so realistic and human to me. Maybe I am just built different, but I truly loved this show. I hope that you can give this a chance like i did, and if you drop it, oh well! It is truly not for everyone, I think that this series just like this kind of genre is for niche viewers!
Cheers 🥂
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Glory to God in letting us live our truth
July 6, 2026Ticket to Heaven is a masterpiece. I am beyond amazed and in awe of this series, as someone who is also in the same boat as Barth and Tanrak being Catholic yet gay, it truly speaks to my soul just watching this series. It is written so lovely and well, and the 6 episodes run time just makes sense. I totally get and understand both Barth and Tanrak, and seeing how they live in their truth is just a hopeful and positive message to everyone who is kinda in the similar boat. I truly think that there are a lot of aspects about our interdisciplinary lifestyles with conflicting views and opinions. However, it is truly all a good reminder that at the end of the day only God can judge us and that we can live our truths and let us still have a connection with God.
I remember looking forward to each episodes and having all my emotions be felt because it is truly such a matter of reality that many religious queer people face. I think that there are major factors in how this is also reflective of P'Aof's life story so it just really has a strong substance and depth. I am so happy with how everything unfolded and resolved. I love the execution of the first scene where Thailand is the pioneer for same-sex marriage in Southeast Asia. It just resonates well and eugh, it truly tugged my heart strings.
Ticket to Heaven deserves the love and recognition that it is getting. A truly heartwarming reality drama about religious queers and questions they face regarding life!
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Emotionally touching
Aug 6, 2021Whoa that was quite a ride. At a Distance, Spring is Green is definitely that drama that gives a touch of reality and showcases the cliché statement of "don't judge a book by its cover". Every character has its own flaws but they were able to redeem themselves later on. I guess the sense of maturity that this drama gave is just exceptionally well written.
Although I much as I love the series, I think I was just not in the right season to watch this series that is why I can't give this series a perfect score. But I do feel that the two male leads have so much chemistry. Since this is not a BL, their bromance factor is off the chart. Like damn, I actually feel so much chemistry that it definitely overshadowed the chemistry of certain BL dramas 🍵.
Also OUR TRIO IS JUST THE BEST. OUR THREE MUSKETEERS REALLY DID THAT. One of the few friendships in the kdrama world where I saw a huge character development of the whole crew.
Though, I am a bit mad on how Soo Hyun's love life have concluded. Like WRITERS WTF, WHY IS MY SHIP NOT SAILED. LIKE THAT'S actually SO frustrating I wanna bash my head into the wall. So I definitely will pretend that it did not happen. Cause the writers were mad petty for giving him that condescending ending. 😡
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So good except the end
Nov. 26, 2024What Comes After Love could have been that drama of the year as it is a collaboration between the Korean and Japanese entertainment. Needless to say, the potential was so good. The first half was so good, starting from the flashbacks and storyline progression. BUT they had to pull that lame as ending. By episode 6, I was skipping so much. I was gonna give this show a 7 but because they did so well in the beginning, I pushed for an 8.
So all in all, it is actually not as bad, and I dropped so many dramas for the last quarter of this year as they have all been snoozefest, and boring.
The casts are amazing, Jungo and Beni, they portrayed their role well. Feel so mf bad for the second lead, but I guess it is what it is.
The mom of Beni, could have honestly been more developed but I guess given the short time frame with 6 episode maybe thats why it felt short.
Speaking of short, this drama could have been easily a 10 episode series but why on Earth did they choose the 6 epi format. So many routes they could have dealt with. And expanded. Even the back stories, and their time in Japan. I like to think that there was so much potential and the foundation was there to execute it. So why didn't the directors do it then 😭
Anyway, I genuinely think Ill only ever rewatch this is because the love they had in Japan was cute and lovely and the leads too. Their chemistry is just overall chef's kiss!
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