Reviews

Allora.

Diciamo che in fin dei conti la serie è si bella e carina. Diciamo che gli attori hanno recitato bene. Diciamo che le musiche hanno il loro perché. Diaciamo anche che la trama è molto particolare. E diciamo che avrei visto benissimo un cameo da parte del nostro enigma preferito. Diciamo pure tutto questo. L'unica cosa che però non possiamo dire, nemmeno sotto tortura è che la serie sia solo un bromance, perché nemmeno in The Untamed ho visto alcune delle scene che ho visto in questa serie (e comunque, honey you are familiar, visto che la scena di quando fanno quel rito per legare le anime è identica a quella in The Untamed quando sono nella grotta con il filo dei Lan). Detto questo, indipendentemente da tutto quello che possiamo pensare rispetto ad una specifica circostanza della storia, va comunque detto che la GMMTV questo tipo di storie è proprio brava a proporle. A parte i personaggi principali (anche se vi devo dire, non sono proprio la più grande fan dei personaggi interpretati da Sky) mi sono piaciuti moltissimo quelli secondari, sopratutto il personaggio di Great, di Singha e di Goodj (per non parlare del cameo di Phuwin). Overall, se appunto si va oltre alcune piccole cose, tipo per l'appunto che si sono scordati la bromance due porte accanto, la serie è molto molto piacevole (e anche rapida).

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Even more fun than #1. More sophisticated humor and plot, better acting

Lmao even better than #1 lmao The comedy is hilarious and the plot is super fun. #2 is more sophisticated humor and plot, and better acting. It is very well done.

Wow his wife
and wow the cat bait taking down 2 NIS guys who cant figure out what she is doing to them - and falling for the same trick over and over and over again..... once, twice, thrice... even saving her life bc he still likes her :( wow was that dumb....

The fun part of this drama is that it actually shows the flaws of what we think should be so flawless, like NIS
The Chief and the young one are shown as selfish and gullible, the Chief is shown as ... well... not very smart
Also, the drama is an advertisement for NIS, since Agent Jun is so skilled

Agent Jun actor in this drama acts a lot more convincing than in #1, I guess he is sold out on the idea that he should be filming this. In #1 he was kinda pretending and acting as if he had to lmao I guess after making money with the #1, he got convinced he should be serious about acting well in #2. It really worked. He is a very great talented actor. He must be quite a sly fox in real life, he seems super crafty and experienced in wheeling and dealing - and acting :)

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Chaotic couple

I genuinely enjoyed this drama from start to finish, although I have to admit that the last few episodes were a bit disappointing. Even so, I had so much fun watching it, mainly because of the wonderfully chaotic main couple.

Their relationship is messy, raw, hilarious, and incredibly entertaining. Instead of the usual overly sweet and lovey-dovey romance, their chemistry feels natural and comfortable, which made it even more enjoyable to watch. They bicker, tease each other, and somehow make every interaction feel fun.

The main storyline is decent, though it isn't the strongest or most captivating part of the drama. What truly makes this show shine are the comedy, the romantic moments, and all the hilarious scenes between the leads. Those are easily the highlights of the entire series.

I'd definitely recommend this drama if you're looking for amazing chemistry, plenty of laughs, and a delightfully chaotic couple that will keep you entertained from beginning to end.

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Hooked from Start to Finish

From start to finish, The First Jasmine completely hooks you. By intertwining deeply personal struggles with high-stakes political intrigue, it masterfully strikes a rare balance between an intimate character study and a sweeping epic. From start to finish, The First Jasmine proves to be an utterly captivating drama that grips you and never lets go. It stands as a sweeping triumph in storytelling, effortlessly bridging the gap between grand world-building and deep human emotion. What makes the series truly unforgettable is how it delivers a perfectly balanced epic; it masterfully intertwines high-stakes political turmoil with the deeply personal, intimate struggles of its characters, ensuring that the narrative feels both monumentally massive and profoundly human all at once.

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Workplace Drama,Daily Life

This drama has the classic charm that makes Chinese dramas so enjoyable. I really like both of the main characters, but I'm especially drawn to Qian Fei. She's righteous, kind, hardworking, and incredibly down-to-earth. She's the kind of character who feels genuine and easy to root for.

Li Yifei's character is equally interesting, bringing a lot of humor and charm that perfectly balances the story.

What I love most about this drama is how realistically it portrays the struggles of working life and the importance of friendship. There's nothing overly dramatic about the storyline, and that's exactly what makes it so refreshing. It feels natural, relatable, and comforting—almost like following a small part of everyday life.

If you're looking for something light, relaxing, and easy to watch after a long day, this drama is definitely worth giving a try. It's the perfect choice when you just want to unwind or pass the time with a heartwarming story.

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story about people who had everything despite having nothing

The best thing about this drama is the natural acting. It is hard to describe just how perfectly the roles were played- the naturalness in their expressions, eyes, and voices. You can't simply fake that kind of chemistry between actors; they truly felt it. Another element was the music; it perfectly mirrored the emotions driving the characters at any given moment, and the score itself was beautifully composed. The visuals, scenes, landscapes, and overall aesthetic were a feast for the eyes. The story itself is far from shallow; it’s about two people with traumatic pasts whose love for each other became their salvation. While I would rate the story overall 8, I want to distinguish between two aspects: I rate the romance a 10 and the work-related storyline an 8. I’ll admit there were work scenes I skipped and scenes of the second couple also, which is why the overall rating isn't perfect.
This is a drama for those who, like me, love the kind of romance that reaches you right through the screen at home. It is a deep, sensitive, and passionate story about people who had everything despite having nothing.

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LOVED IT

The perfect mix of humor, horror, brotherhood, kinship, and last but not least, romance. I went into this thinking it would be yet another normal series, with a pretentious storyline to just tell a romantic story, but there was a really good balance. The characters are self-aware, dignified and realistic; the stories made me swoon as much as it made me cry sometimes. Of course, till the end I was unable to get the answer to the question of how the Master was finally able to break the promise he made to his Grandfather, and points were docked for that, but otherwise... outstandingly done! The love between different lives trope was not overwhelming, and the characters' internal conflicts as to how they feel in their current lives were so refreshing, compared to other dramas with this trope. PLEASE DO WATCH THIS!!!

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Liked it, but didn't loooove it

I would say the general storyline was pretty strong, with a good attempt at enmeshing different lives and love stories together. Yet, the plot felt really dragged out at the most inconsequential areas -- especially with all the fluffy scenes, while not satisfactorily tying up the stories of the supporting characters who had promising stories ahead of them -- particularly the dad and mom characters, Mr James, and the rest of the serving staff.

The acting was also quite inconsistent, especially with Yai. His expressions are sometimes so underwhelming and don't match the emotional scenes, especially when Jom is more involved in it. This was a real bummer because he is really cute and handsome :(

The production quality is also slightly questionable, because audio quality of the same speaker would differ with different camera angles in an unrealistic manner.

The ending is quite confusing, especially when you look at it from both episode 12 and 12.5. The only logical explanation I got from this was that the Yai that Jom saw in the house at the end of episode 12, is just a memory, whereas in 12.5, Yai from 1920's was brought over to him in physical form.

But the way episode 12 portrayed it made it seem like Yai was a dude from the current period, which would corroborate with what has been written in the novel as I gathered from my reddit searches. But episode 12.5 directly nullifies that theory. So the previously mentioned logical explanation has to stand, though its highly unconvincing and begs the question as to whether 12.5 had to be filmed.

But overall still enjoyed it! Though I preferred Love in the Moonlight more for how much more convincingly it could weave a love story into a backdrop of external turmoil and conflict.

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Only Friends continue, with familiar cast... Let's discuss drama...

This drama is a continuation of the previous story, set in the same universe but focusing on a new group of friends. The series centers on a group of fourth-year theater students at the Faculty of Fine Arts who are preparing to stage an ambitious queer adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy, reimagined as Romeo and Romeo.

At the center of it all is Jack, a talented theater director who once again takes charge of the faculty production. While trying to lead the play to success, Jack also finds himself entangled between Dean, his ex-boyfriend—a gifted actor determined to prove himself both on stage and back in Jack's life—and Raffy, a fiercely competitive student determined to snatch the lead role and Jack's affections for himself.

Not wanting Raffy to get too close to Jack, Dean recruits Rome, a DJ and Jack's stepbrother, when the production needs a musician. But Rome isn't really there only for the music. He's caught feelings for Raffy after what was supposed to be a one-night stand, so when Dean asks him to keep Raffy distracted and away from Jack, he doesn't need much convincing.

Then there's Tua, part of the production crew, who's been quietly in love with his best friend Arnold for who knows how long. Hoping for an excuse to spend more time together, Tua talks Arnold into auditioning for the other Romeo role. Arnold, a dance major with zero interest in theater drama, reluctantly joins the play for the prize money promised by Tua.

To make the story even more interesting, enter Boston—the chaotic wildcard from the original series. Now working as a successful photographer, he joins the crew to shoot the production. It turns out he and Tua actually shared a one-night stand a while back. This time, however, Boston pushes himself back into Tua's life, hoping for more than just a fling. His persistence creates intense friction as Arnold tries to protect Tua while struggling to come to terms with his own growing feelings.

As the cast and crew work toward opening night, everyone's forced to face the things they've been avoiding—about love, ambition, and what they actually think they're worth. Old wounds get ripped back open, friendships get strained, and nobody's relationship comes out unscathed. By the final act, they all have to decide what they are truly willing to sacrifice for their dreams and for each other.

So, how does it all wrap up? Does the curtain close on a triumph, or does the whole thing fall apart before they even get there?

That's pretty much the story without giving anymore spoilers.

What I like:
+ Happy to see all the couples in this drama together.
+ Happy to see all the couples from the previous series insert themselves in this drama, even only for guest roles.
+ Really happy they don’t just close the curtain after the stage, but also a little preview of what happened 1 year after.
+ The way they made like breaking 4th wall, by having the cast talk to camera about their feelings.

What I’m not too fond:
- The ending & the promise of the continuation of the series…

Overall I’m really glad I can watch this drama…

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Summer that ended early

I enjoyed this drama alot but there were alot of plot inconsistencies and then the cuts and unedited scenes made it harder to understand. I really enjoyed the teen arc especially when they ran away. That was very cute and It felt like teenagers were running away leaving behind no worries in the world. But in the adult arc, the only complain I have other than the plot was the reconciliation episode. The intimate scenes were just censored anyway and we all know China's Censorship System so I wish considering that they would've given us a proper scene of them reconciling and they both broke eachother's heart so badly so how come the hate didn't even last an episode? I really wanted to see a hate era and then a reconciling scene where they tell eachother about what really happened 10 years back and why Zhou Wan broke up with him. But suddenly he knew that his grandpa was involved? They could've given us 12-13 episodes of the adult arc and I really wish we could've had a proper wedding. But other than that, everything was perfect. I enjoyed their teen arc and when Zhou Wan proposed and the breakup arc was so sad 😭 I genuinely felt bad seeing lu xixiao cry. The ending was perfect 💞

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had so much potential...

i absolutely loved this drama in the first few episodes. there were a lot of not-so-subtle feminist elements as seori learned about the modern world which was really refreshing to see. this kind of time travel trope is not rare, and yet so few of them make the most out of it -- here, too, they really could've milked it a lot more. after we see seori learn about the modern world through youtube and dramas, she is almost never confused about anything ever again which is a bad creative decision in my opinion.

i still mostly enjoyed the rest of the show, but as everyone else is saying, the last few episodes were just a bunch of bullshit. it almost feels like they originally wrote a 12-episode show but were told at the last minute they had to come up with 2 more, the way the last 4 episodes drag on.
- we spent this whole show watching choi mundo be the most evil person of all time, and in the end they resort to making a deepfake of him dumping a body to turn the press against him? and we're supposed to cheer them on for this? i'm glad he went to jail of course, but surely there was enough to leak to the press about his ACTUAL wrongdoings without making a deepfake???
- there was no need for the grandma to die, it added nothing to the story and seori's little monologue felt cringey instead of touching. side note, i feel bad for this actress always having to act out dying in every role she has 😭
- having jihyo get attacked by her ex JUST so that gwangnam can come in to "save her" and turn it into a romantic moment is so cheap and lazy. i could go deeper into this but mydramalist is not the place for serious critical discussions
- there was zero need for segye getting stabbed and seori going into a coma... literally just filler plots

i still gave it a relatively high overall rating because it was overall an enjoyable watch. wish i stopped watching after episode 12.

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A Good Looking Shit...

"Love Has Fireworks" is a drama that promised a fiery romance but delivered something far more lukewarm. The series centers on Li Yifei, a sharp investment banking elite, and Qian Fei, a diligent back-office analyst who loses both her fiancé and her job in quick succession. Their paths cross when Li Yifei, facing financial strain, becomes Qian Fei's tenant, and the two navigate the awkwardness of cohabitation while professionally competing on the same IPO project. On paper, this setup has all the ingredients for a compelling enemies-to-lovers narrative, and the leads—Tan Jianci and Wang Churan—are undeniably attractive and committed to their roles, bringing energy to their bickering dynamic in the early episodes. However, the drama ultimately frustrates because it consistently prioritizes workplace politics over romantic development, leaving viewers waiting nearly thirty episodes for the leads to officially date, and even then, the "fireworks" promised by the title never truly materialize.

The strongest moments of the series come from the co-living dynamic, where Li Yifei's helplessness with basic household tasks clashes amusingly with Qian Fei's practical competence. The scenes of him flooding the kitchen, panicking over a tripped breaker, or clumsily trying to cook are genuinely endearing, and the gradual softening of his arrogant demeanor feels earned. The Chengdu arc, where the pair travel to retrieve old financial data and bond with a father and his autistic son, provides rare emotional depth and showcases the leads' chemistry without the constant interference of corporate subplots. Qian Fei's personal growth is also handled well; her refusal to accept Li Yifei's confession until she feels professionally secure sends a healthy message about self-worth, and her arc from prioritizing her relationship over her career to becoming a self-sufficient professional is the emotional backbone of the series. Supporting characters like Lu Ze and Jingjing offer a stable, loving counterpoint to the leads' chaos, and Jun Cheng's growth from a suffocating "mama's boy" to a man who stands up for his independence provides some satisfying character development.

Unfortunately, these bright spots are buried under excessive workplace content that quickly becomes tedious. The drama spends an inordinate amount of time on investment banking jargon, IPO processes, due diligence, and financial fraud investigations, and while the show attempts to educate viewers, the dense terminology—especially without clear visual explanations—feels more like homework than entertainment. The Shanlifang Hotel Group subplot, with its complex fraud, multiple sponsors, and endless meetings, could have been an entire drama on its own, and it constantly pulls focus from the central romance. Instead of using the professional setting as a backdrop for romantic development, the show uses it to create separation and conflict, making the leads feel more like colleagues than lovers for the vast majority of the runtime. This pacing problem is the drama's most glaring flaw; the confession scene, when it finally arrives in episode thirty-four, is beautifully delivered but comes so late that it feels anticlimactic, and the subsequent dating phase is rushed through in the final three episodes, leaving no time for the audience to savor the romance they've been waiting for.

The supporting characters often do more harm than good, with Jun Cheng's family—particularly his meddling mother—quickly wearing out their welcome through endless scenes of matchmaking and spying that feel like filler rather than comic relief. The "evil colleagues" trope is handled with zero nuance, with Xinyao functioning as a cartoonish villain who causes trouble without facing consequences, and even Qian Fei's best friend Jingjing, while meant to be supportive, sometimes crosses into frustrating meddling. The drama also suffers from technical flaws, most notably the distracting AI face replacement on the second male lead, which creates an uncanny valley effect that pulls viewers out of the story whenever he appears. More troubling is the show's treatment of workplace ethics; Fang Yun's willingness to frame Qian Fei for the leaked video is framed with surprising leniency, Li Yifei's constant manipulation of Qian Fei's work is portrayed as protective rather than controlling, and Chairman Liao's financial fraud is never truly held accountable, sending a problematic message about corporate morality.

In the end, "Love Has Fireworks" is a frustrating watch because it has all the ingredients for a compelling romance—attractive leads, a solid premise, and genuine moments of warmth—but consistently fails to bring them together in a satisfying way. The drama is bogged down by excessive workplace content, overstuffed supporting plots, a confession that comes far too late, and problematic ethics portrayed without sufficient critique. While the leads' chemistry and Qian Fei's character growth provide some reasons to continue watching, the overall experience feels like a slow simmer that never quite reaches a boil. For viewers seeking a passion-filled romance, the title is misleading; the "fireworks" are more of a gentle spark that takes thirty episodes to catch. As a workplace drama with a slow-burn romantic subplot, it has more to offer, but those expecting the explosive chemistry promised by the marketing will likely be left disappointed.

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I actually love this drama, I had high expectations when I saw several edits and spoiler in short form videos online and it lived up to my expectations. There are some vague plot points tho and it's not the very detailed masterpiece out there but nevertheless, it's great.
The acting is amazing, for both Luxixiao (Zhouzhou) and Zhou Wan (Baobao), they really carried the drama — especially during the heartbreaking parts of it. Although the villains are pretty mild to be honest (both acting and their emotional impact) that's why I don't feel much towards them—no hate whatsoever. I don't know whether it's their acting that just lacks something or that's just the way their characters are written (maybe both?), they just felt flat to me. I didn't expect that I would not hate any of the villains.

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