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Complex people are not for everyone.

When I first heard about this drama, I did not really understand the title. But now I see that she wanter her friend and everything else around her
I wish I could say I didn’t understand Sang-Yeon. I wish I could say I hated her. But the truth is... I do understand her.
Cheon Sang-Yeon wasn’t evil. She was broken. Most of what she did came from fear and insecurity — reacting to a world she didn’t know how to trust.
Eun-Jung, on the other hand, was almost too kind, too naive. She just wanted to be loved by everyone. Maybe if she had set firmer boundaries from the beginning, things wouldn’t have gone as far as they did.
Each of them was flawed in their own way. That’s what made it so real. Still, as much as I sympathized with Sang-Yeon, I don’t think she deserved Eun-Jung’s forgiveness — and perhaps, she didn’t even deserve a happy ending. Sometimes, remorse comes too late.
This review might seem conflicting — because my feelings are conflicting. But I think that’s exactly what this show does so well. It makes you sit with the uncomfortable truth that not everyone who’s hurting deserves a second chance... even if you understand why they’re hurting.

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This drama has made be feel all the emotions_ Truly a masterpiece

I watched The Untamed for the first time in September 2025 with no knowledge of what it was about (I know, I’m very late to the game), and I can confidently say , this drama made me feel every possible emotion. It’s truly a masterpiece.

Like all the other reviews says, the plot and pretty much everything else is epic. This show makes you question what is good and what is bed. It makes you question how far will you go to defend your what you believe in_ Overall, a masterpiece.

While the story mainly revolves around Lan Zhan and Wei Wuxian and many consider their relationship to be the most tragic because they never got the chance to openly be together — for me, the most heartbreaking relationship in the show was between Jiang Cheng and Wei Wuxian.
My review is mostly about Jiang Cheng and Wei Wuxian.

It physically pained my heart (I’m not even exaggerating) to see how their bond fell apart, how they never had the chance to communicate properly, and how years of love, loyalty, and misunderstanding turned into distance and resentment. The worst part is that I can’t even blame anyone. Jiang Cheng had every right to be angry.

What frustrates me deeply is how his pain and trauma are often overlooked because of his temper. But in my eyes, Jiang Cheng is the one who suffered the most. He lost his parents on the same day in the most brutal way imaginable, then lost his home, his sister, and finally his brother — the same brother who had once promised they would always stay together. In vain.

I could go on and on about how unfairly Jiang Cheng was treated, but you get the picture. The Untamed is an unforgettable story of love, loyalty, loss, and redemption. It’s a show that leaves an ache in your chest long after it ends — and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Redundant and Underwhelming

I went into Till the End of the Moon with high expectations because of all the hype and glowing reviews, but honestly, it ended up being quite disappointing. It was surprisingly hard for me to finish this drama—I practically had to force myself through the last stretch just to cross it off my list.
The biggest issue for me was the repetitive storyline. I understand that the plot is meant to loop through similar circumstances, but it became too redundant. After a while, it felt like watching the same arc play out again and again, and I gradually lost interest.

Another thing I absolutely dislike—and this drama leans heavily into it—is the trope where the lead pretends to be invested purely for some personal gain. Yes, I know this is common and the characters usually end up falling in love for real, but it’s a plotline I find frustrating, especially when the characters are supposed to be mature adults. It just made their dynamics feel less compelling to me.

If I’m being honest, the one thing that kept me motivated to finish was TanTai Jin’s face card, because the man is undeniably beautiful. Sometimes, aesthetics are enough to keep a person going—and in this case, they were.

Overall, while the production value is high and the leads are visually stunning, the storytelling just didn’t hold up for me. 6.5/10.

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Important Message, But Lost Momentum

This show started off great. The storyline was engaging, and the acting was genuinely impressive. What captivated me the most was how hard it was to watch at times—not because it was poorly done, but because it reflected the harsh reality many women face. That made it even harder to stomach, but it’s exactly why this topic needs to be highlighted and talked about.
However, after episode 5, the show unfortunately began to go downhill. Many of the episodes that followed felt like filler, and after reading other reviews, I realized I wasn’t the only one who felt this way. The plot choice of bringing Jang Kang back especially bothered me; it felt unnecessary and pulled the story away from what made it strong in the first place.
I honestly wish the characters had never been caught and that the remaining episodes had focused more on Hui-Su—her healing, finding her confidence again after so much trauma, and simply reclaiming her life. I also would have loved to see Eun-Su quit her job and become an advocate for women who have suffered abuse, while exposing Jin Pyo’s family hypocrisy. That direction would have been so much more satisfying and meaningful.
One of the things I truly loved about this drama was the bond the girls shared with Mr. Jin. Their relationship was pure, supportive, and genuinely healthy.
Overall, As You Stood By is a good drama that tackles an important and sensitive topic, but it ultimately fell short in the end. Still, it’s worth watching for the message it tries to deliver.

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Hate open ending

The storyline was pretty great overall. It hooked us from the very beginning with its intense setup and suspense, but unfortunately, it started to lose its way as the series went on. A lot of questions were left unanswered, which was frustrating.
For example, who was the person in the video pretending to be Jang Junik? How did Munju lose her child? I really would’ve liked a deeper dive into the characters’ pasts—there was so much emotional depth that just got brushed over. I’m also not sure if I missed something, but who exactly hired Valkyrie to protect Munju?
Another big question for me: if Junik’s mother was exiled from Korea due to political issues in the U.S., how did they manage to return and build such a prominent business in Korea? That part didn’t quite add up.
And finally, I hated the ending. Open endings just aren’t for me—I prefer closure, especially after investing so much time into a show.

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Real. Complicated. Human.

I have so much to say about this drama and so many feelings that I honestly don’t even know where to start, so excuse me if this review is all over the place.
First, I’ll start by saying that the acting from both the FL and ML was superb. They were right up my alley.
The FL, even though she was supposed to be timid and insecure at the beginning, never acted like a child. She didn’t have that tiny, overly soft voice or childish mannerisms that we sometimes see in other dramas. She portrayed her character beautifully throughout the entire series, and I really appreciated that.
Same goes for the ML. Even though he was arrogant, it was never over-the-top or cringey. Even his tantrums felt relatively mature and believable. And can we please give a round of applause for his 10/10 wardrobe?

The relationship

I know there has been a lot of discourse about who was toxic, who was wrong, who was right, etc. And honestly, I think both of them were flawed. They both failed to listen to each other properly, and their communication—or lack thereof—was a huge part of their problems.
Flora knew that Luke was the jealous type. She asked him multiple times to contact her when she was having a difficult time, but she never actually did. She also sometimes acted out of line, like never introducing Luke as her boyfriend, even though he openly introduced her as his girlfriend to his friends and family.
That being said, Luke's actions spoke volumes, but actions without words can also create even more miscommunication and confusion in a relationship. Just because someone loves you or is trying to show you through their actions doesn't mean you should have to constantly guess what they're thinking or feeling. And that's what made their relationship so frustrating to watch.
Episode 20 absolutely broke me
I NEED to talk about Episode 20 because that episode completely broke me.
He was technically a side character, but his story took up such a significant emotional space in the drama. I cried my eyes out.
And honestly, that entire situation really highlighted just how poorly the ML and FL communicated with each other.
How can something THAT big happen to your best friend, and your significant other doesn't even know?
It genuinely made me question: Was Luke really a part of Zitao's life after six years?

I wish they hadn't gotten back together....

As someone who loves happy endings, I genuinely wish Flora did not get back together with Luke.
After six years of back-and-forth. Six years of crying, confusion, misunderstandings, and asking the man she loved to simply communicate with her properly...I wanted her to choose herself.
She was THRIVING after she left him. She had a successful business, a beautiful home, was speaking three languages, and had clearly built a life for herself. She had grown so much.
And after everything she went through including losing her best friend in such an awful way and not getting the promotion she had worked so hard for—I honestly think it would have been more realistic for her to finally let Luke go.
In my opinion, that would have shown even more character development.
Sometimes loving someone isn't enough. Sometimes the most realistic happy ending is realizing that you have outgrown the relationship.
A couple of things that bothered me
One thing that bothered me throughout the drama was that the timeline wasn't always very clear. I wish the drama had been more precise about how much time had passed between certain events.
And this brings me to my biggest complaint: the ending felt rushed.
I would have loved to see Flora meeting Luke's parents, their life together after getting back together, how they rebuilt their relationship, and eventually their wedding. After investing so much time into their story, I wanted to actually SEE what their future looked like instead of having it wrapped up so quickly.

Overall, I thought this drama was absolutely fantastic.
What I loved most was how real the story felt.
It wasn't a perfect romance where everyone communicates perfectly and every problem is solved with one conversation. The characters were messy, insecure, stubborn, emotional, and sometimes made decisions that frustrated me but that's also what made them feel human.
I could actually see parts of myself in the story.The story felt heavy at times, but I never felt like there were boring episodes. There was always something happening emotionally, and the characters kept pulling me back in.
I just wish the drama had been a little longer and that the final episode had given us more closure.

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Started really Stong but stalled towards the end

haven’t seen all of Zhao Lusi’s dramas—only Love Like the Galaxy and Hidden Love. In both, I felt she often played the babyish or whiny character, which didn’t really show her range or maturity. But in Loves Ambition, she truly surprised me. Her character was so much more mature and grounded, and I loved seeing this side of her. This kind of role suits her really well.
The show started off strong and immediately had me hooked. The early episodes, especially during the “divorce cooling-off period,” had the perfect mix of tension and comedy. It turned into pure entertainment—I found myself laughing out loud more than once!
The pacing was generally good, but towards the later episodes, I felt it started to drag. Some scenes, especially those set in the Yan Atelier, felt like filler with little plot development. And unfortunately, the final episode was quite disappointing, particularly the last 5 minutes. It really bothered me that there was no satisfying resolution between Hao Chao and his father—he didn’t even appear in the finale, which felt like a missed opportunity.
Overall, it was an okay show with a very strong start. It's an easy and entertaining watch. I also want to praise the casting: the male lead actually looked like a real CEO, which is rare! So often in dramas, CEOs look way too young or lack presence, but here it was believable and refreshing. And the mother-in-law character? What a gem. Yes, she came off a bit harsh at first, but she ended up being elegant, supportive, and honestly, one of the highlights of the show.

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Season 2: A Thrilling and Action-Packed Continuation

I would like to start by saying that I’m extremely glad Season 2 started exactly where Season 1 ended. Often, second seasons take a different direction or leave a gap between the two stories, so I really appreciated how this season continued the storyline right away.
Even though it feels like the end of the road, and we lost some key characters along the way, I still really enjoyed Season 2. It was filled with action, suspense, intense moments, and plenty of twists that kept me interested from beginning to end. The pacing was strong, and the story continued to build on what we saw in the first season without feeling like a completely different show.
Overall, I really enjoyed watching Season 2.

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