In the meantime, you can watch the drama on YouTube:"Mistaking her rival for her boyfriend, he spoils her while her ex begs for mercy!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPqhygS7VPw) or:
"After losing memory, she mistakenly married CEO, not knowing CEO had liked her for 10 years." (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gui9RIUuUGk)
"Cheated After 7 Years of Love, She Lost Her Memory and Married Her Enemy!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HQC2V8ysf8)
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good enough if you don't have anything to watch.
overall this is a short enjoyable drama. I personally finished it in one sitting and was satisfied.it is perfect if you are not sure about what to watch next or if you feel you are in a slump.
I want to preface that this show shouldn't be taken too seriously otherwise red flags will start start appearing left and right.š¤£
there is literal sexual harassment in the office!!
as a form of pure entertainment it does its job decently.
PLOT: oh go has been single for a year. her life is not perfect and when her ex boyfriend becomes her new boss things get worse, but in the same office someone else has been watching over her for a long time...
will there be a love triangle? or even a square?š
the drama:
this is a reverse harem basically. everyone in this drama is in love In love with our main lead which in some cases makes sense but not so much in others.
I was enjoyinging specifically the young toy boy going after go oh but the drama made him a terrible guy and this plot line felt superfluous at the end.
I would have loved for her to have some "brainless fun" but our girl is a ride or die (rightfully soš ) type.
the other 2 main love interests are good enough to keep you entertained even though they felt a bit flat as characters.
the "bossy" boss was a man child unable to express himself and only capable of yelling at his supposed "beloved" junior.
the other one was a self piting ex boyfriend finding the courage to make things right only when he smells another guy in the vicinity of oh go.
as said before, it's better to take this drama as silly, because If we start thinking real hard, I don't feel any of them was a perfect match. I'd rather pick the old manager who behaved like an adult š š . he was calm. funny and understanding.
the plot:
there is none to be honest. this is just a rom com about a girl choosing a guy.
the execution:
I didn't find the dialogues particularly brilliant. in honesty, I found them quite bad and boring at times. there is nothing really memorable in this drama.
the worst:
the part I hated the most is the mother. I am sick and tired of Korean mothers treating their daughters like less then and treating their adult sons like poor little angels who can do no wrong and deserve everything.
I feel there wasn't a satisfying resolution for this part. sure, the mother stood by her daughter side in some occasions but that doesn't make it up for everything else in my opinion.
the romance:
the main couple was still cute, the actors had good chemistry.
CONCLUSIONS:
watch it to spend some brainless time in case of need.š
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A Charming Love Story That Lost Its Way
The drama starts strong, drawing you in from the beginning.. But somewhere along the way, writers forgot it actually needed a story till the end.Donāt get me wrong, Jo Hojin and Cha Muhee had amazing chemistry. Their scenes together felt warm, natural, and comforting, and Kim Seon-ho once again proved he can generate butterflies just by staring sadly into the distance. The romance worked. The problem isā¦ the story kept running in circles.
After Jo Hojin and Cha Muhee confessed their feelings, the drama practically stopped evolving. The misunderstandings that followed felt like meaningless back-and-forth added only to stretch the plot, not deepen it. There was no big obstacle standing between them, emotional tension was not strong enough to make you desperately root for their reunion. Honestly, the drama shouldāve ended around episode 10.
And Muheeā¦ girl, PLEASE stop beginning for love. The drama keeps telling us she feels unlovable, which is a very real and relatable fear, but the way it was written became exaggerated āalter egoā situation. I kept wondering: is this meant to represent a real psychological condition? Is she bipolar? We do get some answers in the last episode but they were vague as well.
And Jo Hojin deserved to have a story of his own. Despite being the male lead, it feels like we barely know him because the entire narrative revolves around Muhee & her alter ego.
Also Iām sorry but the second lead couple did absolutely nothing for me. Their storyline felt soo dense and disconnected that half the time it seemed like they were only there to fill episode runtime.
Overall, the drama is watchable and has some genuinely sweet moments. But despite all the emotional buildup, it somehow leaves almost no lasting impact.
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Such a frustrating watch!
Such a frustrating watch! It really didn't need need 16 episodes. It started out so promising with the single helper with a thriving business. I feel like literally any other direction would have been better than the romance of Sang-eun and the judge. I tried so hard to like that guy but he was sooo hard to like. Their conversations were so flat and drawn out.Hae-jin was a much better match in so many ways. They had easy chemistry, he was emotionally open and he was devoted to her. He was even a great boss. It would have been so dope if she has chosen him and they'd been a power couple who does what they want despite the conglomerate constraints - or whatever.
With the judge I felt like she was carrying that whole relationship on her back. She had to teach him how to function as a partner and even at work. I was so confused when she started talking about how the judge was too good for her. Like gal, what do you mean? I also really disliked how his character was supposed to be stoic but he kept making all these weird impulse decisions. Like saying I want to see you right now - at late hours of the night. Chugging alcohol that he can't handle etc. How he'd revert to being a mean boss when things weren't going well with Sang-eun. Then she even proposed! She was really doing too much.
Yoo Madam was my favorite, in my opinion, the best written character. She was so complex. And the actress did an amazing job of bringing out the character. I kept wondering, is she the mom or not? I was so delighted when she was.
I also liked all his workmates with their colorful characters. As well as his superior's wife. They were all so fun. It balanced out the fact that he was grumpy at work and created a difficult working environment. His ex-wife was cool too.
I was also excited to see the LGBTQ representation! It would have been nice to see him liking people and dating them, and just more about his life. I loved the bestie dynamic with him and Sang-eun. I did like the fact that he stayed to be a top star and didn't go to Canada.
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If people are destined to meet, they will
This movie was lovely. I'm all in for a "fate" movie, so this was right up my alley. I shed a few tears, watching the ML trying to change the fate of the FL. I asked ahead of time if this was a happy ending and was told that it was, I started to get mad, thinking that I had been lied to!Good chemistry between the leads, no fish kisses.
I appreciated that the timeline was easy to follow. Many time slip dramas are so confusing I feel like I need a map to follow them.
Bottom line? I you are destined to meet and fall in love, it will happen.
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Haunting, emotionally devastating and cathartic. Beautiful love story ā¤ļø
This is basically a modern-day Romeo and Juliet story. It has action, humour, suspense and an intense romance. Jisoo and JHI meshed so well together and had incredible chemistry. It is a slow burn romance with soft sweet subtle interactions. There are only a few simple touches and comforting romantic hugs between them, but I felt their deep connection and all their scenes gave me butterflies. I couldn't stop smiling and was giddy with excitement whenever they came together onscreen. Unfortunately theirs was a story of unfulfilled love and you could feel their longing and anguish to be together at every moment.I fell sooo hard for Lee Soo Ho. JHI's portrayal as the dark brooding conflicted spy just hits differently compared to his other roles. He was totally swoon-worthy in this and his physique suited this type of role. Snowdrop so far is probably my favourite of his dramas. He has a natural effortless charm about him and his acting was mind-blowing. JHI is a master of micro-expressions. He relies on only the tiniest, most subtle movements of his eyes and facial muscles to convey his emotions - pure genius! Jisoo has a unique innocence and brings a special warmth to her character. She perfectly captured the essence of a teenager falling in love at first sight, who is full of hope, optimism, radiance, raw vulnerability, awkwardness and then as the drama shifts tone to high stakes her character's tone changes to serious and complex showing emotional volatility and immense sorrow due to the dangers, betrayals and the risk of losing loved ones, but despite all the hardships her spirit remained unbroken. Jisoo was cast perfectly for this role.
This drama was poignantly beautiful and tragic at the same time. Under different situations and circumstances this couple would have fallen deeply in love and lived their happiest lives together. Nevertheless Snowdrop was perfectly executed
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Mei Gui Shi Sheng Shi, Fu Ye Gui Di Hong
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Breaking Free and Learning to Love Again
I really loved the male lead's mentality in this drama. Despite loving the female lead deeply and wanting to be by her side all the time, he never tries to make her dependent on him. Instead, he encourages her to be strong, independent, and capable of standing on her own. Even though he wants to keep her close, he also wants her to have the freedom and confidence to choose her own path. That kind of love was refreshing to watch.The leads looked amazing together and had great chemistry. The male lead perfectly captured the role of a man who is completely devoted to the woman he loves. He was warm, respectful, caring, and absolutely head over heels for her. Every gesture, every look, and every moment of support felt genuine.
The story itself has quite a lot going on. The female lead starts off as a strong woman who has been worn down by life and trapped in a toxic marriage. Instead of supporting her, her husband slowly isolated her, controlled her, and made her feel worthless while benefiting from her wealth and status. Watching that relationship fall apart was frustrating but also necessary.
What I appreciated most was that once she decided to leave, she didn't spend forever dwelling on the past. She chose herself, walked away from the toxicity, and started rebuilding her life. The male lead became a source of support, but he never overshadowed her growth. He helped her find her confidence again rather than trying to save her.
The romance develops quickly, but the chemistry between the leads makes it work. More than anything, this drama feels like a story about healing, self-worth, and finding someone who loves you without trying to control you. And honestly, watching the female lead leave a toxic marriage and find happiness again was incredibly satisfying.
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Absolutely loved it
I haven't seen many k-dramas, but Twinkling Watermelon is so far my favorite. It is one of those rare shows that feels warm, comforting and somewhat nostalgic. It balances humor, romance, and emotional moments beautifully, especially Cheong-ah's storyline. Her journey is heartbreaking, and her struggles made some of the most emotional moments in the drama. Overall, Twinkling Watermelon is a touching, feel-good drama with memorable characters and wonderful soundtrack.Was this review helpful to you?
Basic k-drama love story for when youāre bored
The beginning of the show was really good and it captivated me from the get-go! This is my first time seeing Chae Wonbin in a main lead romance role, and she did really well. I enjoyed her acting and her visuals a lot. When it comes to Ahn Hyoseop, he sort of keeps getting type casted a lot. None of his roles seem to differentiateā¦whatās so funny about this show is that he basically played the business proposalās characters twin almost. They were so extremely similar from being ceo to being ācoldā, ānonchalantā and uninterested in dating until he meets a silly goofy girl who makes him want to care and falls for her. You get the jist right? Its pretty basic lol.What I liked about this show is the relationships we see outside of the main couple, I really liked the side characters and they kept things entertaining. Somewhere in the middle of the show things got a bit boring and it felt like it was getting quite dragged out but it was never to a point where it was painful to watch (cough cough like dynamite kiss). It was pretty funny and it had its emotional moments that made me tear up.
But truly, the one thing I liked the most about this show was the last episode. They did the ending so well! I swear kdramas nowadays (when it comes to romcoms) always rush their endings and leave major plotholes lingering despite having so much screentime they couldāve used to fill those gaps in but instead focused on the most boring plots. I really really loved how every character took accountability for their actions and patched all of their relationships up. I love how Dam Yejin acknowledged how much she neglected her father and apologised to him, we rarely see a main character do this to people they do wrong just because they were in pain! I loved to see it! I loved seeing her fix her relationship with her parents in the end, and the second lead wasnāt lead on and he took the rejection like a champ, it didnāt even feel like there was a competition but just a silly misunderstanding between everyone. It was nice how everything was finally summed up in the end.
It was a pretty good show, Iāll be honest the only reason why my rating bumped up to 8 is because I liked the ending so much. Kdramas genuinely miss on their endings every damn time but this was really nice to watch. I felt happy finishing this show! However I do believe it would be more fun to watch this with someone since some episodes do get a bit boring..š
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Deeper Than Expected
I saw the trailer. We all probably did. Itās probably what brought you here. And yes, this drama does start off in that vein: toxic, deeply unhealthy, and raunchy as hell. Thatās just to hook you though. It might start with smutty melodrama, but it turns into a pretty classic star-crossed love story. Itās very romantic, the cast manages to be pretty solid, and the quality of production is way better than youād expect of a mini-drama in the vertical format.If you want the absolutely outrageous implausibility we normally get from the verticals this might not work for you, but if you want an on-the-go vertical that brings a bit more classic K-drama style to your BL table, this will definitely suit.
Please note Iāve rated this with the general standard of vertical dramas in mind, so, yes, itās an eight-plus by those standards, but itās not an eight in the full length, landscape format sense.
The casting is well done, the costumes are obviously made of modern materials, but are well-made. The budget always shows when thereās a gat in the offing. Thereās not a single horse hair in one of them, and I doubt thereās any bamboo either. Nylon and wire all the way.
Anyway, thatās smart use of budget. They used the money where it was needed, and it ensures a polished product. Itās the best vertical Iāve seen, once they get past the bait (sexy bits), and move into the actual story. The sexy bits definitely feel like choreographed and rehearsed shenanigans, rather than practised erotica. itās far too techical to be organic or improvised by gay men who know the drill, pun intended. I doubt many MLM hookups go down the way these guys go at it. It just doesnāt look that fun. itās very elegant though, and carefully conceals the undoubted presence of underwear š
Anyway, you can watch this in the Lezhin Snack app. It cost me around $NZ12 (USD7), and I donāt feel ripped off, so that shows how extraordinary it is for a vertical. Enjoy, or donāt. Itās up to you.
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Good series but disappointing in some themes
I love watching historical series and this was no exception. It explains the evolution of big trading firms in Japan, how it started and the stiff competition involving corruption and deception.However i was disappointed with Iki as a father figure and a husband to his loyal wife Yoshiko. Having been apart for 11 years and coming back to a bitter and resentful son towards his father. Only to end his wifeās life in sadness Iām not sure whether she was ever happy with her life only to take care of the kids and the absence of her husband due to the war and work. And thereās the third wheel, daughter of his commander who committed suicide when pushed into a corner by the Russians as a war prisoner. Must he take care of her just cos his commander killed himself? How is it that he has to take responsibility of caring for his commanderās family? At the expense of his own family? They did not show any closeness between him and his children especially his son who balked him for the death of his mother.
I would rather them just show the family relationship instead of introducing a third wheel which i think doesnāt give any weight to the series except for attempt to have a juicy romance between him and the third wheel after his wifeās death and they failed to show any remorse by Iki after all the sacrifices the family made for him.
Other than this the historical portion about business and especially depicting the shogo shosha was worth watching.
p/s I skipped most of the scenes between Iki and the third wheel which I find distasteful. Or maybe they try to show how Japanese men are like when they get too immersed in work.
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Watched this thinking it's just all fun and laughter but ended up crying a few times
This is my first time to write a review here on MyDramaList just because I loved this show so much!! š„¹As a big fan of YooLee (Yoo Jaesuk & Lee Kwangsoo ~ l've watched every show they did together), I already knew I'd like this show! They are always fun to watch and they truly are my fave people on variety shows. I missed this tandem so much so I was really looking forward to this. I knew this would be chaotic and funny but I didn't think I'd cry watching this but I did... lots of times even! HAHA you have to see for yourself!! There were no dull moments for me so I finished this really quick!
The casts/staff have great chemistry here! I'm so glad to see Wooseok being comfortable with YooLee (I wasn't expecting it tbh š) and I already liked Yeeun from Running Man. I knew she sees Kwangsoo as her role model so I'm happy for her that she got to work with Kwangsoo on a variety show. Well done with the casting - though I did wish there was an actual cook between them cause I knew they would be struggling if not (I also felt bad cause they had no time to rest, they were just so busy~ Even I felt tired just by watching them š) but they still did so well!! I am so happy to see Hyori & Sangsoon as well!!
But what made this show truly special were the guests!! They are all amazing and lovely people, the team behind this did really well in choosing them. Love the concept where they don't reveal their jobs at the start and they're just simply being themselves, goofing around and having fun together! I almost felt like I was together with them during their stay in the B&B cause I also felt sad when it's nearing the time they need to leave. I also cried with them whenever they did :(( I'm currently re-watching it and it's more exciting now that I'm more familiar with them.
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good beginning but the ending sucks
1. the casting is so good. Ren Min take Gu Jin Zhao to life. her acting is so on point. Cisha is so cool in this drama. His character has that balance between physical and brain, it's kinda giving a refreshing feels. Winwin is also good in this drama but his character is so pitiful2. soundtrack is good. it's rare that period/costume drama have pop soundtrack.
3. the storyline from the beginning towards the 3/4 to the story is good but it went downhill then. it's kinda sad because this drama has opportunity to the become drama of the year
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This is simply a perfect show...
Personally, I can't help but rate The WONDERfools as an absolutely flawless masterpiece.It is an incredible work that reached its conclusion while maintaining an exceptionally high level of quality that exceeded viewer expectations from every angleāboasting a gem of a script whose multi-layered blend of serious drama and comedy takes the audience's heart rate on a roller-coaster ride, innovative action interspersed with stylish yet humorous elements, and flawlessly harmonized performances driven by the cast's incredible chemistry.
There is no doubt it will become one of the defining titles of 2026, and I truly believe it is a classic that will leave a lasting mark on K-drama history.
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