Reviews

My Bias, My Boss: Everyone Has the Wrong Idea, and It’s Wonderful

I am on episode 4, so this review is based mostly on where I am at now in my watch: The car apology scene.

The reason this rom-com is landing for me so well: it has nearly all the machinery that can make a rom-com irritating, but so far it keeps using that machinery for comedy rather than suffering.

The misunderstandings are the clearest example. There are *so many* of them, but they're generally plausible, funny, and allowed to resolve once they've served their purpose. The spy plot could easily have produced three episodes of Ha-gi treating Da-reum horribly. Instead, he figures out he's wrong, feels awful, tries repeatedly to apologize, and finally tells her exactly what he thought. She laughs until she can barely breathe and volunteers to catch the real mole. Done.

And the big misunderstanding, Da-reum believing Ha-gi is secretly in love with Chan, is almost functioning as an anti-angst device. She isn't jealous or threatened by Ha-gi and Chan because she thinks she's observing their tragic secret romance. Ha-gi doesn't yet understand why Chan and Da-reum bother him. Chan seems sufficiently decent that even if he does like her, I'm increasingly doubtful he'll turn it into some grim competition with his best friend. So the triangle exists, but everybody is standing on the wrong side of it. That's much more fun than two men glaring at each other for twelve episodes.

Even the antagonism is currently at manageable rom-com scale. SE is unscrupulous, and there's apparently a mole; the jealous coworker is nasty and probably sabotaged Da-reum's report; But nobody has yet emerged from a limousine announcing plans to destroy Appello, disinherit Ha-gi and have Da-reum deported. 😂

And the leads are simply very easy to spend time with. Da-reum is cheerful without being incompetent, and we're now discovering she's also a bit of a tease. Ha-gi is serious and socially stiff without being cold or cruel. Most importantly, they're already having fun together. That car scene wasn't some grand romantic set piece. It was an apology that turned into her laughing at him, declaring loyalty to his company, volunteering to become a counterspy and imagining herself in a television drama while he unsuccessfully tried not to smile at her.

That's exactly the sort of small interaction that makes me buy a romance.

So yes: cute people, increasingly cute together; lots of comedy; low-stakes obstacles; misunderstandings that actually *generate* jokes instead of making you scream JUST SAY THE SENTENCE; and enough plot to keep the fluff moving.

And Giant Chan is apparently riding in the back seat until further notice. 😂

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I’ll be ruthless

Literally all my pet peeves with K-dramas collected in one single show 😭
• A grown-ass woman acting like a toddler
• The classic annoying love triangle
• That one hyperactive character draining everyone's soul
Let's see if I can even finish this mess. Will update my rating and review later 💀

So yeah, for those three reasons, the show started off on a really weak note for me. These are my least favorite tropes, and without solid writing, they rarely land the ending. It went down pretty much as I predicted—flimsy writing that left the narrative feeling super shallow. First up: the 'grown woman acting like a toddler' trope... To be fair, the show somehow found its rhythm later on and I adjusted. Still, it breaks my immersion. A character who is supposed to be highly capable, confident, and driven in her career suddenly regression-bashing into a child who can’t articulate basic thoughts just feels deeply forced.

Also, the sasaeng accusation plotline was painful. I will never wrap my head around toxic stanning and how normalized it is over there. The irony of hypocrites accusing her of being a sasaeng while actively acting like total sasaengs themselves? Hello, is anyone else calling out this madness???

Anyway, the love triangle remains totally forced and mean-spirited. Why throw a wrench into a decades-long friendship over a girl? They damaged a dynamic that might never recover, and for what? There isn't even a grand, all-consuming romance to justify it. These two were practically coded as a couple because of how close they were, and now they’re wrecking their bond over the same crush? Please, give me a break.
For me, the drama finally found its footing after episode 8 once a legitimate conflict kicked in. Bringing in a figure from the past to disrupt both their professional and personal lives makes for way better television. I wish they had gone with this from the start and had the rift be about shared history instead.

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The Normalization of AI in Media is Dangerous

So far, good story, good acting. I've noticed a lot of complaints about the heavy use of AI in this series. I see both sides of the argument.

I understand a series of this quality, if it was done entirely with human labor, human creativity, etc, it would be quite costly. However, my biggest concern is that we as a global society start to normalize the use of AI in media.

We have reached a point where we do not know what is real and what is fake. Meaning societies are now exposed to crafty manipulation without much oversight. There should be clear warnings placed on series that use AI generated content.

Even the music is mostly AI generated. I don't know how how I feel about not having an artist to connect to a piece of work. The beauty of humanity is our uniqueness and our talent. When I went looking for the artist who performed the song at the end of episode 1, I was disappointed to not find it and then realize in the credits it's possibly AI generated. This realization is not just annoying, it feels like I can never form an attachment to this piece of work in the long term.

I suspect rewatch value on shows and movies will plummet, what will happen to cult classics and media that you resonate with because they are human?

I use AI daily for work, but in media, I just think the creative arts show now be tainted by this technology or at least heavily regulated.

I'm especially nervous about the continued use of AI in media as an American going into our next election season. Many people don't know how to spot AI generated content. Just imagine the confusion and misinformation we will deal with in 2027. This is a sad time.

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Ridiculous, Random, and Impossible to Look Away From

I liked this one. It’s not something I would rewatch in its entirety, but there are definitely clips I would watch again. This wasn’t really a drama I followed for the story, even though, strangely enough, it did have a somewhat deeper angle to its narrative. For me, the real appeal was the antics and extreme absurdism. That’s what I was here for.

There were definitely moments when I wondered if I should just shut it off, but the silliness and ridiculousness somehow made it impossible to look away. I never knew what the script was going to throw at me and that unpredictability was what made it so much fun. Its deadpan delivery and random joke scenarios would catch me completely off guard, and there were times I would practically choke on my own spit because the humor got me that good.

So while this isn’t one of those deep and poignant watches, sometimes it’s fun to watch something that doesn’t take itself too seriously and lets you sit there giggling at the screen. Overall, I enjoyed this one.

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The beauty of complex human emotions

A really refreshing deep story with so many complex played so wonderfully by every single actor but still their were few I want to give extra thanks like-Asami role, Yuki role and kurokoi role =these are my fav role of this story.
Still even the side charchter artists actings was amazing

The best part of this story I felt was actors amazing acting because this wasn't like some cringy story but because it felt so real and secondly for normal story u can take reference from many dramas but this drama story is so unique one drama can never be a reference it was just so refreshing and deep story

Honestly this is my first time seeing a season 2 so strong , I didn't expected much as usual but it blew me like the season 2 story is not like any other bl it has such strong emotions ,their were many things this story told me like-

1-Firstly we can never get someone like Asami (Falling in love with someone doesn't necessarily means they will put your feelings first or try to understand your complex feelings after being in relation ,
Asami no matter what always tried to understand Yuki)
And u can never get Yuki (YUKI BEST PART IS - his honest behaviour made their relation more closer instead of creating misunderstandings and secondly just because he was envious of Asami doesn't means he didn't wanted him to grow - What Yuki actually wanted was to grow when Asami got opportunity and regected it Yuki was really angry but the fact he knew he shouted and was kinda out of line and apologized I really love this behavour of Yuki - he was never just honest and and straight forward with his words and feelings since S1 but also his apologies )

2- Feeling jealous or envious of your partner =This thing people hated a lot but I felt No, like literally u can literally love someone but still be envious of them their are many reason ; "Sometimes u have talent but u are not recognized " ; sometimes simply the other person so good and u want to stand equal to them - and this was why Yuki was kinda envious of Asami his admiration change into enviousness from S1 to S2 but I can understand because since S1 Yuki have always been so honest to himself as well as other he hated himself because he knew his acting was not good so in S2 when he admired Asami so much but still wanted to stand equally in front him - that why his intense feeling can sometimes feels as jelousy but again later on u will see Asami being envious that Yuki got to do what he want but he left the audition because -"So jelousy can also come sometimes when u are trying your best but your condition doesn't allow u to do things that u want but others can do"

3- you can love and hate someone at the same time- Like Asami relation with her mother

4-Sometimes thinking being someone safe place or comfort corner can give other person secure felling but in realtiy they want u also to share your burden with them- Asami wasn't telling Yuki in starting just burdening but later when he told Yuki what he wants their relationship became more understanding and strong

5-Sometimes giving your honest thoughts can help someone so much so nonmatter who they're if he/she is your friend just share your opinion - Asami friend opinions mattered so much in Asami life and the fact that since even after Asami became a star he never made him feel uncomfortable instead his place was like a sanctuary to Asami that's why whenever he felt like their is so much in his mind he could easily ask his friend

6- I loved Kurkoi role - Sometimes u can hate someone for getting opportunities but it doesn't means it was necessarily hate it might be enviousness for not getting something u felt u can do. And secondly - U can hate someone for getting opportunities but might still give advice to them and help them , it rare but it also can happen

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An instant favourite and gem in BL genre

Watched this because someone recommended it to me after "Payback" and I am really grateful for it, because I actually liked it even more.

I really liked that Armin gave up the revenge plot relatively early and decided to let go of the past and live a better version of his life this time.
It was one of the sweetest romances and some of the best, most convincing kisses in all BL. The NC scenes were done beautifully and tastefully.

The chemistry between the leads was amazing and both are versatile actors. There's something really special about adult, professional actors who are not a fixed pair. No shade to all those "fixed BL couples" in Thai BL, but those two men beat them with ease. I hope they get more main character roles in the future, especially Pond.

The rest of the cast did really well, except for the main villain. I understand he is supposed to be unhinged, but that one actor was really over the top and made me roll my eyes a lot.

Overall, a really good show that instantly went into my top 3 BL of all time.

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I've been waiting for this and this series is soooo GOOD!

When I first saw this trailer I knew I was going to like it, the tension, the characters and the plot sounds quite interesting to me and oh did they served! Like Im literally salvaging each episodes, this series is like my source of motivation after a whole week of depressing work. If you're reading this I will give you 2 reasons on why you should watch this series with me and along side thousands of people!

First, you don't really get to watch good red flags characters, sometimes they either go off the rails which means the character doesn't connect with the plot or the character does something dumb repeatedly to the point you as a viewer just decides to stop. But so far, the tensions are rising and the characters aligns with the plot which is good.

Second it's WilliamEst, their acting is really good, they have good chemistry together and somehow made me emotional even through this piece of screen. If i did managed to convinced you welcome! We can both watch this together and motivate each other to get through the roughest days of the week. Can't wait for more episodes to be released and thank you for reading :)

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Flora was never the problem.

Recently, on sns girls are taking Luke's side and expressing how they think the real red flag is Flora.
To those girls: There is no way Flora is the red flag. Why would you even think that? Calling her dishonest, cruel and untrustworthy- why?
Do you not see Luke is the real problem? At this point, it's not his mouth anymore; it's his actions too. When Flora showed courage to catch Dony red-handed in assault, she called Luke after that. And what did he say? "You look like the easiest person to control and push around"- even if she was not harassed, would this be a very good teasing thing to say to your girlfriend of 3 years???
Luke was never honest with her. He never expressed his feelings, nor was he open about his thoughts. All the efforts you see Luke giving in their relationship are less than the bare minimum. He did less than he should.
Also, some are saying they should not hide their relationship, and Flora is an idiot for doing that.

First of all, it's in the employee contract; Luke put that clause himself that a subordinate cannot date the boss. He even put the consequences himself. Flora has been flourishing since day one. She earns her promotions herself and gets promoted faster than anyone in the company. If they come out, she has to bear all the consequences and there won't be a single mark on Luke's resume. She will be demoted, harassed, and marked as a vixen who went up for warming the boss's bed. No one can protect her. Worst-case scenario, she loses everything and gets fired from her dream job. She is mature enough to know all this, and Luke isn't. Luke literally lacks EQ and common sense. You say you feel for Luke; congratulations! He has manipulated you.

Secondly, Flora is insecure about her background, whereas Luke is always flaunting his wealth. On her first day, he said she comes from an insignificant background with no connections or skills. He has always deemed her light playfully, which hurt her.
He never corrected himself, even after he knew she felt bad about it and was unhappy. Their relationship for 3 years was based mostly on lust from Luke's side and on genuine feelings and love from Flora's side. Mismatched ratio.

Now, the hard truth- the reason I'm writing this: I'm concerned for you guys. If you ever meet a dashing, hot and charming guy like Luke and fall for him, and he mistreats you as Luke does to Flora, you guys might self-blame. Because the world is a cruel place and guys like Luke do exist. Open your eyes girls.

Flora is young and inexperienced in love. And she is easily impressed. Their date and sleepovers every weekend were the very reason they were still together for 3 years. If they were open, they would have broken up ages ago. Also, there were like 5% misunderstandings, 70% mistreatment and 25% jealousy that made up their relationship of 3 years and eventually split them.

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Crazy Love? More Like Crazy to Watch.

This series was easily one of the worst things I’ve watched these two in. The first two episodes were not just bad — they were painfully, embarrassingly cringe. I honestly kept wondering whether I was watching a BL series or a school play written by a 15-year-old. 😂

And yes, maybe I’m simply too old for this kind of nonsense. Once Fu finally stopped chasing Mue like a desperate puppy, things improved a little and the series became somewhat watchable.

But let’s be honest — “somewhat watchable” is hardly a recommendation. 😏

If you’re wondering whether it’s worth spending your time on: no. Absolutely not. Save yourself the trouble.

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Liked it nonetheless!

After dragging myself to finally finish this, I can say I've made it to the end. I am not usually into workplace romances, but a K-drama that features two composed, quiet leads alongside a heavily work-focused script is hard to come by. My initial reason for watching, however, was that I really like Park Ji-hyun. (Funnily enough, I find her so similar to Jeonghan from SEVENTEEN—she feels like his female version, haha!)

The series started off incredibly strong. I thoroughly enjoyed the subtle nuances between the main leads and the supporting characters. To the third eye viewers, the show might seem to lack charm because it doesn't feature a traditionally bubbly, high-spirited female lead, but it makes up for that with its realistic workplace aesthetics. While I wavered slightly due to the constant reliance on the AI concept, I chose to disregard it to fully vibe with the show.

The plot centers on Cha Ji-yoon (Park Ji-hyun), a resilient professional who never gives up on her job but is fiercely protective of clocking out exactly on time. She crosses paths with Kang Si-woo (Seo In-guk), a divorced team leader known for being the 'company’s worst grump'. They eventually end up on the same team, working on projects, sharing a respectful mutual interest, and honoring their professional duties. The show beautifully demonstrates how patience and persistence in what we chase truly matter, ultimately shaping our character as we move closer to our goals.

Watching Kang Si-woo brings a mix of warmth and pity; it hurts to see that he never fully received the love he deserved because he was always the one letting go of people and things out of pride and grief. Watching his journey taught me how sweet life can be when you are honest, genuine, and sometimes just forward. On the other hand, Cha Ji-yoon made me realize that the more passionate you are, the closer you get to achieving your dreams.

I especially liked how the drama handled the concept of being a divorcee. It gracefully highlights and critiques how society often judges and stigmatizes people who have gone through a divorce.

On the other hand, Cho Ga-eul's character completely infuriated me. How on earth could he think he did everything for Ji-yoon when he literally ghosted her for weeks? No messages, no calls, just completely gone. Then, he returns the moment his album is finished, expecting or feeling entitled to be welcomed back into her arms. I did not buy that crap at all! Absolutely not.

Meanwhile, the second couple was just the cutest. I was incredibly happy that we finally got an older woman/younger man dynamic. *dramatically sheds a tear* Though I became a bit skeptical halfway through, I was so glad they ended things on good terms. Lee Jae-in was incredibly cool for taking that flight with Yoon No-ah. Dude knows who he is!

The only thing that made this K-drama a bit lackluster was that it lost its appeal after the main leads got together. While several plot points tried to sway the later episodes, they failed to create any natural interest. It wasn't exactly boring, but it wasn't captivating or worth investing in either.

Overall, I think See You at Work Tomorrow! is my second watch with this specific type of vibe, right after Love Scout (which I wholeheartedly loved).

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