Purple Wisteria

Do dramas reflect life?
Or does life resemble drama?

Anything is possible in a drama and they make me feel like I could do those things in real life.
Anything that you dream of in life can be found right here. 

• First ever K-drama: Iljimae

• First ever K-movie: My Sassy Girl (2001)

• Favourite K-drama: Reply 1988  

• Favourite Korean Actor: Lee Joon Gi    

• Favourite Korean Actress: Kim Tae Ri 
  
  

• First ever C-drama: Love Between Fairy and Devil

• Favourite C-drama: Go Ahead

I enjoy a wide range of K-Drama genres, but I’m especially drawn to stories that reflect life’s struggles, the beauty of youth, and meaningful social or political themes tackled creatively and compellingly. I also enjoy action thrillers, crime/revenge plots, and the occasional historical or fantasy series when done well. On the other hand, I usually avoid sci-fi, horror, medical, or zombie-related dramas, as they don’t resonate with me as much.

I've been watching K-dramas since 2010, so I’ve seen how much the genre has changed and how much has stayed the same. Over the years, I’ve grown pickier with what I watch. These days, I need storytelling that feels more refined. My ratings for modern dramas tend to reflect how my expectations have evolved. I find myself more critical now as compared to when I watched older dramas, back when everything felt fresh and new. I appreciate nuanced writing where the little things matter, like subtle character shifts, meaningful dialogue, or small callbacks that reward you for paying attention. Even a basic plot can become memorable if it's handled with care. I'm also a sucker for good shock value, the kind that’s not just for drama’s sake, but actually pushes the story or characters forward. When a drama nails both emotional depth and unpredictable moments, that’s when I’m all in.

I rarely write full-length reviews, but I do rate every show I watch. For me, anything over an 8 is something I’d recommend to others. I try not to hand out 10s too easily because I believe ratings should have real value.

What I value most are storytelling, acting, soundtracks, chemistry, meaningful themes, well-crafted characters, and the emotional impact of the story. Enjoyment value often plays a wildcard role in how I rate shows. Above all, I favor execution over ideas, though both are crucial.