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A STRONG START THAT LOST ITS SPARK
When I first began the drama, I genuinely loved it. I really liked the cooperation between Captain Luo and Wenjie; they had such a fun dynamic. However, after around Episode 15, the drama started to lose me. Don't get me wrong, it's still a great watch, but in my opinion, it's quite overhyped.Wenjie
Wenjie started off as such a smart character with a high IQ and EQ, but later he just felt nerfed. He constantly trusted the wrong people while pushing away those who genuinely wanted to help him. I understand that he wanted to uncover the truth about his father, but the way he so easily trusted wrong people whilst also being a character that should be really high in IQ, just seemed so unbelievable. Mind you, it was also advertised as a "college student who helps detectives solve cases," when in reality he spends most of the story hiding information, investigating on his own, and only cooperating later, which wasn't what I expected and felt extremely disappointed.
Captain Luo
Captain Luo was one of my favourite characters. I respected how he always chose to help others and trusted Wenjie from the beginning, although at times that trust felt a little unrealistic since they didnt have any past connection.
Furthermore, I was disappointed that the drama didn't make better use of Captain Luo and Wenjie's partnership. The beginning and ending proved how enjoyable they were when working together. They're both incredibly intelligent, and watching them solve cases as a team would've been far more interesting than what was shown for majority of the drama around Wenjie refusing to cooperate. I believe this was a missed opportunity and I'm so upset about it.
Su Ying
Su Ying had so much potential, but I found her character disappointing. It felt like the writers couldn't decide what role she was supposed to play. Her relationship with Captain Luo wasn't convincing, many of her decisions were frustrating, and even her interrogation scenes felt unrealistic. Unfortunately, she ended up being one of the weakest characters for me.
Zhi Yue
Zhi Yue was easily one of the best characters in the drama. She always believed in Wenjie, stood by him, and continued helping others even after everything she went through. She was someone so admiring and I wish she got more scenes because she deserved so much more screen time.
I honestly don't think Wenjie deserved her because she was too good for him. He didnt seem to appreciate her much at all, I know romance wasn't the focus, but I wish we'd seen him show his love to her more instead of constantly hiding everything from her.
Overall
Honestly, the concept was so good, but the way executed the story felt way worse. I believe with better development for Wenjie and more focus on his partnership with Captain Luo, I think this drama could've been incredible. Despite the criticisms, I geniunely enjoyed the cast, especially Captain Luo's team, and I'd still recommend the drama. It just didn't quite live up to the potential it had and because the concept was so good, I felt even more disappointed. Nevertheless, I'm definitely excited about season 2, I hope they show Wenjie as a police whilst Captain Luo is his teacher.
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I Went For the Plot - Stayed for the Wheelchair - and Cried a River
Oh, The First Jasmine. Where do I even start? I went in expecting a standard historical romance—maybe some court intrigue, a little sword-fighting, a few longing glances. Instead, I got emotional whiplash, a permanent frown line between my eyebrows, and a sudden, unexplainable attraction to men in wheelchairs. And honestly? I’d do it all over again. Twice. With tissues.Let’s address the elephant in the room (or rather, the smoldering volcano in the wheelchair). Cheng Lei as Mo Xiu Yao was absolutely unfair. Unfair to my blood pressure, unfair to my screenshots folder, and unfair to every other male lead in Cdrama history. The man barely moves from his seat for the first half, yet somehow radiates more heat than a thousand summer suns. His eyes alone could start a fire—dark, brooding, and carrying the weight of a thousand betrayals. Every time he whispered a line, I leaned closer to my screen like a fool. Every time he restrained his emotions, I felt my own pulse skyrocket. Cheng Lei plays Mo Xiu Yao as a man who has been emotionally shattered, physically broken, and politically discarded—yet still burns with a quiet, volcanic intensity that makes you forget he’s even sitting down. It’s a masterclass in micro-expressions: the twitch of a jaw, the flicker of pain, the slight softening when he looks at Ye Li. He doesn’t need to walk to dominate every single frame; his stillness is his power. By episode ten, I was convinced that brooding should be an Olympic sport, and Cheng Lei would take gold, silver, and bronze.
And then there’s Bai Lu as Ye Li—and if Cheng Lei is the fire, she is the calm, calculating ice that somehow makes the fire burn hotter. We all know Bai Lu can play fierce, scheming, or comedic, but this role? This is something else entirely. She plays Ye Li as a woman wrapped in silk but armed with steel—a master strategist hiding behind a facade of fragile grace. Her performance is so layered that you can literally watch her switch between "delicate flower" and "chess-master general" with nothing but a shift in her gaze. The trauma she carries—from her family’s ruin, from her forced marriage, from every whispered betrayal—is etched into every trembling breath and every forced smile. And yet, she never becomes a victim. She’s calculating, patient, and devastatingly clever, all while making you feel every ounce of her pain. The scene where she confronts her past? Gut-wrenching. The scene where she quietly breaks down alone? I felt that in my bones. Bai Lu doesn't just act Ye Li—she inhabits her.
Now, the chemistry between these two? It’s not the loud, dramatic kind. It’s slow-burn, simmering, the kind that creeps up on you until you realize you’re holding your breath every time they share a scene. They don't need grand declarations or sweeping kisses—instead, they communicate through stolen glances, hesitant touches, and words left unsaid. He watches her like she’s the only light in his darkened world, and she leans on him like he’s the only ground left unshaken. It’s the kind of romance that feels earned, built on trust, survival, and mutual respect—which makes every quiet moment between them hit ten times harder.
But let me warn you: do not watch this drama without a box of tissues nearby. Because right around the halfway point—BAM—the show takes your heart, stomps on it, and hands it back to you in pieces. The divorce arc? The reveal of Ye Li’s illness? I was not prepared. I thought I was strong. I thought I could handle it. I was wrong. I sobbed so hard my cat left the room in disgust. The emotional devastation is so beautifully written and so achingly performed that you can’t help but grieve alongside them. It’s the kind of sadness that doesn’t feel manipulative—it feels earned, because you’ve fallen so deeply in love with these characters that their pain becomes yours.
And now, the crown jewel—the absolute best plot point of the entire series: the Li Mountain arc. Oh my goodness. If the first half is a slow-burn emotional thriller, Li Mountain is where it all explodes into a masterpiece. This is where the mystery behind the Lishan Academy plague finally unravels, and the truth hits like a freight train. The tension is unbearable, the revelations are shocking, and the emotional fallout is devastatingly raw. But more than that, it’s where Mo Xiu Yao and Ye Li truly become partners—not just in love, but in purpose. The mountain becomes a crucible, testing everything they believed about themselves and each other. The cinematography is breathtaking, the pacing is flawless, and the performances? Cheng Lei and Bai Lu absolutely transcend. This arc transforms the drama from a simple revenge tale into a profound, heartbreaking, and ultimately healing exploration of trauma, justice, and forgiveness. It’s the emotional climax that makes every slow, quiet episode before it utterly worth it.
In short, The First Jasmine is not just a drama—it’s an experience. It will make you laugh, cry, swoon, and scream at your screen. It will make you fall hopelessly in love with two broken people who somehow find wholeness in each other. And it will leave you staring at the ceiling at 2 AM, wondering why real-life men can’t be half as intense as Cheng Lei in a wheelchair. Watch it. Weep. Rewatch it. Thank me later.
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Alright Drama/Drame correct
English:This drama was good overall. I liked the actors who played Da On and Shin Woo, and I LOVED the actor who played Namgung. He was hilarious and gave just the right amount of comic relief. I don’t know how to feel about the actor who played Woo Tae Kyung. Yes, he's a good actor, but something about him is just… eh. Overall, I think this was an okay drama. Alright for a one-time watch, but I don't think I'll ever want to watch it again.
I did like the "love triangle" aspect, but I wish there were more scenes with Taekyung realising that he liked Shin Woo too… like it wasn't until the last episode where it was made clear that Taekyung and Shin Woo were the end couple… like it was made very clear that Tae Kyung still had feelings for Da On up until the last episode until Tae Kyung decided to give Shin Woo a chance. I didn't really like that. Also, the way that the actors were CAKED in white makeup when their neck colour was noticeably darker was really weird, and I didn't like that… why can't we just embrace people's skin colours? Overall, this was a decent drama, not too bad. Out of 10, I'd give it a 7 or a 7.5.
Français:
Ce drama était globalement bon. J'ai aimé les acteurs qui jouaient Da On et Shin Woo, et j'AI ADORÉ l'acteur qui jouait Namgung. Il était hilarant et apportait juste la bonne dose de comic relief. Je ne sais pas trop quoi penser de l'acteur qui jouait Woo Tae Kyung. Oui, c'est un bon acteur, mais quelque chose chez lui est juste… bof. Dans l'ensemble, je pense que c'était un drama correct. Pas mal pour un visionnage unique, mais je ne pense pas que je veuille le revoir. J'ai aimé l'aspect du « triangle amoureux », mais j'aurais aimé qu'il y ait plus de scènes où Taekyung réalise qu'il aime aussi Shin Woo… comme ce n'était que dans le dernier épisode que ça a été clairement montré que Taekyung et Shin Woo formaient le couple final… on voyait très clairement que Taekyung avait encore des sentiments pour Da On jusqu'au dernier épisode, avant qu'il décide de donner une chance à Shin Woo. Je n'ai pas trop aimé ça. En plus, la façon dont les acteurs étaient ENTOURÉS de maquillage blanc alors que la couleur de leur cou était visiblement plus foncée était vraiment bizarre, et je n'ai pas aimé ça… Pourquoi ne pouvons-nous pas simplement accepter la couleur de peau des gens ? Dans l'ensemble, c'était un drame correct, pas trop mal. Sur 10, je lui donnerais un 7 ou un 7,5.
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This is a Hot One!
Loveless arranged marriage and one unexpected night changes everything. The chemistry between these two actors is absolutely worth the watch. Everytime I thought the story was about to go one way, it surprised me with another twist. I kept saying “Well, I didn’t see that coming!” The best part? Each episode is around 15 minutes, so this is the perfect series to squeeze into your day. Drama Grandma..No excuses you can absolutely binge watch this one on the couch over a weekend with a cup …..Esta resenha foi útil para você?
un reset qui sent le roussi
depuis 2018, on attendais cette sérieux qui est une petite serie culte maintenant, c’était annoncé comme LÉ RETOUR, MAIS cette « réinitialisation » est une immense déception.Le plus gros de tous les problèmes et il est immense, c’est l’absence de la Nanno originelle. Le départ de Chicha Amatayakul, pour des raisons de santé, a laissé un vide impossible à combler, Becky Armstrong edt bien sympathique, elle livre une performance certes sérieuse, mais elle ne possède pas l’aura inquiétante et le rire glaçant qui faisaient l’âme du personnage de Nanno incarné par Chicha.
Côté scénario, le constat est amer, ou est-ce qu’ils veulent en venir ? l’espèce de sous-intrigue romantique entre Nanno et Sky est « inutile », pourquoi ????? elle affaiblit le personnage. Les dialogues sont forcés, l’écriture ne semble ps aussi rigoureuse que lors de la saison 1 et 2. Au final, on a un show édulcoré, qui a trahi son héritage de base.
Cette « réinitialisation » aurait dû rester dans les limbes.
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Is My Secret Vampire worth the watch?
My Secret Vampire is honestly such a cute KBL with a really interesting supernatural concept. The vampire theme makes it feel different from other BLs, and I really liked the chemistry between the characters. The relationship develops in a sweet way, and the characters are pretty easy to get attached to.The story is simple but still enjoyable, with a good mix of romance, fantasy, and emotional moments. Some parts were a little slow, but overall it was a fun and easy watch. If you like cute supernatural BLs with a unique concept, I’d definitely recommend giving this one a try.
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More warmth than fireworks
Sometimes all I need is a light romance that doesn’t try too hard, and this drama fit that mood perfectly. The story isn’t particularly groundbreaking, but it has enough charm to keep the episodes flowing effortlessly. The leads share a comfortable chemistry that makes it easy to root for them, and I liked how their relationship developed gradually instead of relying on constant misunderstandings. There were moments where the pacing slowed down and some conflicts wrapped up a little too conveniently, so it never reached the emotional highs I was hoping for. Still, the characters were likable, the atmosphere was cozy, and it became the kind of drama I looked forward to at the end of the day. The only thing that left me a little disappointed is that, after waiting years for this, the final result didn’t hit me the way I had imagined. I still had a great time watching it, but I can’t help thinking it would have felt even more special if it had been released when it was originally intended.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
heart warming and fun friendships
love love love the friendship!!! love the actors. the stories definitely had me hooked.only thing I didn’t love is the lead Female character. writer made her into a crying annoying moron. the character was only cool as a teacher and umpire. I love the actress so it’s a shame the character wasn’t more mature or lovable for me…but I watched because of the amazing friendship. plus I enjoyed that these are men in their early 40’s. aging doesn’t mean we aren’t still young at heart so it was fun to see these men act young when together.
this story actually made me realize what “finding your people” means. a group or single friend who accepts you as you and stands by you and you feel the same for your friend.
loved seeing cameo of yonghwa. he has a beautiful face and his expressions were awesome/hilarious. also enjoyed the pretty young male faces. they didn’t take away from me appreciating the older male faces.
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It was okay, but I had to skip through alot.
Was looking forward to this drama but gosh it was very very draggy in my opinion. I always enjoy watching the support characters (the friends of the leads) but to me their lives were not so important in this drama...they were just like fillers to me.Yao Jing Jing??? She did the most and she is just a friend. Like chill girl, Qian Fei can handle things on her own.
Li Yi Fei and Qian Fei was okay to me, wasn't over the top as it still came off as "friends" vibe.
Overall it was okay, but I had to skip through alot.
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Short with funny scenes
It had some funny scenes in episode 2 that hade me cracking up. By episode 9 you start to see how the story ties together. This is one series where I think therapy was in order. No spoilers here! The acting was solid, and I found myself laughing more than a few times. While the story didn’t keep me fully invested from the beginning to the end, it still had plenty of charming moments that kept me watching. Drama Grandma not every drama has to keep me up past 3:00 am, fun weekend binge watchEsta resenha foi útil para você?
SO CRINGE
Speed and Love had an interesting premise, but unfortunately, the execution made it difficult to take the story seriously. Instead of feeling emotional or exciting, many scenes came across as unintentionally cringe. The dialogue was often overly dramatic, with characters expressing their feelings in ways that felt forced rather than natural. Instead of creating chemistry, these moments frequently made me feel embarrassed for the characters.Overall, Speed and Love is a film with potential that fails to deliver a satisfying experience. It tries to be heartfelt and romantic, but instead often feels awkward and unintentionally funny. Viewers looking for a light, cheesy romance might still find some entertainment in it, but those expecting a well-written love story may be disappointed. Personally, I found it more cringe than charming, and it is not a movie I would watch again. I would give it 2 out of 5 stars.
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A promising start that kept me invested
I really enjoyed the atmosphere of this drama and how it blended romance with the emotional baggage both characters carried. What kept me watching the most was the chemistry between the leads, which felt completely natural and made every interaction easy to believe. I liked that the story wasn’t just about romance, but also about healing, trust, and finding someone who accepts you despite everything you’ve been through. And I have to mention the baby, who completely stole so many scenes. Every moment with the baby added so much warmth and sweetness to the story, making some of the emotional scenes even more touching. There were a few storylines that could have been explored more deeply, and some conflicts felt resolved a little too quickly, but overall I stayed invested from beginning to end. It may not reinvent the genre, but it delivers a heartfelt romance, lovable characters, and enough emotional moments to make it a really enjoyable watch.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
Enemies-to-lovers in its purest form.
The series seems well-produced; the acting is good, the core of the story is interesting, and the dynamic works well. I like the general premise, and I think I’ll enjoy the couple's storyline. I’m already looking forward to seeing their relationship develop. So far, they have everything needed to make a great series—now it’s just a matter of waiting to see how it unfolds.Esta resenha foi útil para você?
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✨ Never Ending Summer: A Masterpiece That Touched My Heart and Will Stay With Me Forever!
I honestly don’t know where to begin… I just finished *Never Ending Summer*, and I already know this drama will stay with me for a long time. 😭 This was the first C-drama that truly touched me on such a deep emotional level. It became my favorite C-drama and one of my top favorite dramas ever. 🤍✨*Never Ending Summer* is one of those rare dramas that stays with you long after the final episode. It is not just a romance, but an emotional journey filled with love, pain, sacrifice, healing, and unforgettable moments. 💔 There was so much going on at the same time in this drama, yet every moment felt meaningful and never overwhelming.
What made this drama truly special to me was the beautiful love story between Zhou Wan and Lu Xixiao. Their relationship felt so genuine, deep, and meaningful. 🤍 Zhou Wan was the first one to quietly develop feelings for Lu Xixiao and kept those emotions in her heart, even before he truly knew the depth of what she felt. Later, Lu Xixiao slowly fell in love with her during that unforgettable summer, and their connection became something neither of them could ever forget.
Lu Xixiao’s love for Zhou Wan was especially touching. 😭 He was always there for her, protecting her, supporting her, and standing by her side through every difficulty and challenge she faced. Even when he was hurt, his feelings never disappeared. His love was shown through his actions, his sacrifices, and the way he always chose to care for her. 🤍
Their journey was not easy, but that is what made their love so beautiful. They faced misunderstandings, pain, and obstacles that tested them, yet their bond remained unforgettable. Even after many years and a painful past, their feelings never truly disappeared, which made their story even more emotional and meaningful. 😭
The acting, chemistry, storytelling, and emotions were beautifully done. I laughed, I cried, and I felt every moment alongside the characters. 😭🤍 This drama made me completely attached to their journey, and the ending left me with so many emotions. ✨
As someone who mostly watched K-dramas before, I never expected a C-drama to impact me this deeply. *Never Ending Summer* became more than just a drama I watched, it became a story I experienced and will always remember. 🤍
This drama will always have a special place in my heart. It is not only my favorite C-drama, but also one of the most unforgettable love stories I have ever watched. A true masterpiece that I will cherish forever. 🤍✨
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MESSY
Super cringe. Awful script. An already overused concept that was made worse by the unnecessary problems that kept popping up once the couple was finally together.Boss and Neul can act; they have already proven that to us, but they can do so better than what is going on here, which I entirely blame on the lackluster script. It feels like the director/writers did a half-assed job, counting on the fact that these two actors are very good at selling intimacy.
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