Reviews

I loved this!!!!

I came to watch this not knowing or expecting anything, but I am so glad I watched this.
Dr. Bun and Tan are just perfect together! And That and Sorawit being basically the younger version of Bun and Tan are the icing on the cake.
Rungtiva and Pued did Jane so dirty, but at least Pued had a change of heart and tried to rectify his mistakes.
Inspector M’s and Bun’s love/hate respect for each other is so real!!!!
End of ep 12, when I see it’s the deputy all along whooping everyone’s butt and when he shot M, I swear I wanted to jump through my screen!!! But M lit him up in ep 14, yaayyy!!
Final ep when Inspector M came out as the backup plan I yelled!!! I was so happy.
Por saving the kids, YES, big bro!!! I love it!
Por and Tan have a long way to go but at least Por acknowledges Tan and doesn’t look at him with contempt anymore. And they are on the same page and helping each other. Tan has always loved his big bro.
I’m glad all the higher ups got caught, I hate that one dude was able to escape across the border.
Por avenging Peud, chef’s kiss, absolutely loved it.
The proposal!!! OMG I literally screamed!!!!
Would definitely watch this again!!!

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Jumanji Cdrama Style

Wang Cui Ha is an average editor working for a company that produces drama. She is tasked to edit a novel for an adaptation, and while reading through the novel, she somehow woke up as Yu Wanyin, a supporting character who is the emperor’s consort, that met her demise quite early in the story. To her surprise, when the emperor summoned her to his chamber for the first time, she found out that he too was a transmigrator when he managed to communicate with her in english. As both characters, The emperor and concubine Yu were secondary characters that would die very soon in the novel, Yu Wanyin decided to ally with the emperor to change the course of the story into their favour.

I started this series with a low bar for a romcom. Actually i did not look at the tagged genre, i just assumed it was romcom due to the opening theme and the early scenes of the series. And because most of novel transmigration series that ive seen rarely manage to hold my attention span (other than A Dream Within a Dream, that one was good!), i did not have much expectation on this, despite it having one of notable actor Ryan Cheng. Boy was I wrong. Other than the FL who was written so perfectly well, i really love the twisty unexpected plots too. And i was so not ready for the emotional turmoil they had in store in the last 10 episodes. The cast managed to induce enough emotion that i could really feel through the screen. Why did i mention Jumanji although there was no wildlife coming to life from the book into the real world? It was the Emperor, Xiahou Dan. He was trapped inside the novel for more than 10 years, basically growing up inside the book, which reminds me of the character in Jumanji who was trapped for almost 20 years inside a game. Such a sad life. So sad that he had to guard against others while growing up, getting poisoned by the Empress Dowager in order to drive him into madness.

Although both ML and FL were transmigrators, i could really feel the bonds they developed for the 2D characters they met in the novel. They did not look or feel fake like how i felt with other novel transmigration series that I’ve seen. I noticed that the main reason I don’t quite like novel transmigration stories is because the transmigrator’s relationship with other novel characters look fake (as they are a real person from a real world while the others are just creation of the author). Amazingly it was not the case in How Dare You! For this one, I’ll have to commend the screenwriter and the cast for making it look and feel real.

And although both main characters do not know any martial art, viewers can still feast on good action choreograph executed by those around the mainleads, their shadow guards, and Mr Bei.

I am actually impressed with Ryan Cheng. I’ve seen quite a lot of his works starting from My Journey To You, and I must say he managed to develop chemistry with all his co-stars that I’ve seen so far. That is talent, on his part and his co-lead of course, but I can only comment on his performance since I’ve seen many of his works and not quite as many of his co-stars. It also worths to note that this is also the first of Ryan’s work that I saw he not donning the general’s mantel or wielding any weapon with exceptional martial skill. Oh he didnt go bare-chested too 😂😆 it’s a fresh take to see him in a different type of character with a whole different emotional range and skillset.

I am especially smitten by the wonderful themesongs, notably Blazing Light by Curley Gao. The first time i heard it, i quickly told myself this must be curley gao and when i searched for the song on youtube, yup it was her indeed.

All in all, this series went waaaaay beyond my expectation that i feel it deserves a high rating. Kudos to the cast and production team!

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It's hot in the kitchen! Lol

PLOT: A broke model/YouTuber, Plawan, gets fired from Oab's restaurant. Oab is a chef famous for his basil stir-fry. He wants to sell his restaurant (to pay for his mentor's medical expenses) but refuses to sell it to Methas, an unscrupulous real estate developer. Plawan (who has no cooking skills) is recruited as a potential successor, paid for by Methas. As the selection process progresses, Plawan and Oab fall in love. Methas has an accident and is treated by JJ (Plawan's best friend).

+++ I really like Sailub and Pon, ever since Pit Babe. Sailub (super handsome with that hairstyle (•ө•)♡) and Pon (ugly hairstyle, though (*_ _)人) are amazing.
+++ Talented cast
+++ Excellent OSTs
+++ Flawless direction: pacing, emotional balance, beautiful food scenes, etc.

### A few plot holes: what happens to the second restaurant?
### The BSTs behind the final episode slightly spoil the aftertaste. We so desperately want this love story to be real :) [and not just a scene between fits of laughter]

=> Feel-good BL, heartwarming, with a fantastic CL and beautiful food scenes.
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ça chauffe en cuisine ! Lol

PLOT: Un mannequin / youtuber fauché, Plawan, se fait jeté du restaurant de Oab, chef réputé pr son sauté au basilic. Oab veut vendre son restau (pr payer les frais de santé de son mentor), mais refuse de vendre à Methas, promoteur immobilier sans scrupule. Plawan [sans compétence en cuisine] se fait recruter parmi les candidats successeurs, payer par Methas. Au fil des éliminat° ds le processus de sélection, Plawan et Oab tombent amoureux. Methas a 1 accident et est soigné par JJ (bestie de Plawan).

+++ J'aime bcp Sailub et Pon, depuis Pit Babe. Sailub (super handsome avec cette coiffure (•ө•)♡ ) et Pon (coiffure moche, par contre (*_ _)人 ) font des étincelles.
+++ Cast talentueux
+++ Excellents OSTs
+++ Réalis° sans défaut : rythme, équilibre des émotions, très belles images de cuisine, etc.

### Qq plotholes : que devient le 2nd restaurant ?
### Les BST derrière l'épisode final gâchent un peu l'arrière-goût. On a tellement envie que cette histoire d'amour soit vraie :) [et pas juste une scène entre 2 fous rires]

=> BL feel-good, réconfortante, avec un CL fantastique et de belles images de cuisine.

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Quite significant change from other version

I watched this drama because of Peng Yao and glad they make this version undergone significant changes. The dialogue is humorous, and the entire cast feels real. It can be viewed as a brand new drama. The interaction between the four characters—brother and sister, older sister and younger brother—is strong, not just between individual couples or siblings.

This version also has stronger chemistry between the older brother and younger sisters. Actually the younger brother and older sister were quite weak in this drama but it doesn't make them. These kisses are more leaned into pure and innocent, with some explicit content but no explicit scenes.

The mother, who has maintained a quiet and elegant facade for thirty years, finally gains confidence after the sisters enter the family and decides to stop being mistreated. Together with the sisters, all three couples divorce on the same day. The mother is genuinely divorced, the younger sister is faking it, and the older sister is genuinely divorced, but the younger brother thinks it's fake because the older sister saw that the younger brother only wanted to have fun.

The sisters are adopted, but their parents treat them well and leave their inheritance to them, but other relatives covet it. The fake divorce was just to get the older brother to help them get the real will. The ending is quite innovative. the four of them hold a second wedding, with the younger brother dressed as a woman and the older sister as a man. None of them can hold their liquor, and the mother has to help them move back to their room, almost repeating the mistake of going into the wrong bridal chamber at the beginning.

Plot wise is worth to watch.

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Cried My Heart Out, But Loved Every Episode

EXchange Season 4 made me feel a lot more than the previous seasons. I cried so much while watching it, there were episodes where I was literally bawling together with the cast xD

This season hit harder for me because of the pain each of them went through, and how much I empathized with both sides in each couple. Everyone had their own pain and reasons, which made the emotional moments hurt even more. At the same time, the show still had plenty of happy and fun moments.

Most of the outcomes ended up the way I personally thought was best, including one storyline that absolutely broke my heart with how it turned out.

Overall, this is easily the best season of Exchange for me. Most of the cast stood out, there was barely anyone get overshadowed (maybe except one person).

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An Incurable Case of Obsession

This series presents itself as a light-hearted romantic comedy, yet its central dynamic relies on clichés that are, in many respects, troubling, making it painful to watch.

At the centre of the story is Sakura’s relentless pursuit of Dr. Tendo. The series frames this persistence as romantic devotion, but the boundary between devotion and stalking remains uncomfortably thin. The narrative repeatedly leans on the familiar trope that rejection can eventually be overcome through enough determination. In an era where “no means no” is widely recognized as fundamental to consent, the suggestion that refusal may simply require persistence to become affectionate feels distinctly outdated.

Sakura’s attachment is also rooted less in a genuine relationship than in a childhood impression. A brief encounter in the past crystallized into an idealized image of Dr. Tendo, suggesting she is pursuing a fantasy. When the real Dr. Tendo proves emotionally distant and verbally abusive, the story does little to interrogate the gap between fantasy and reality. Instead, it turns that tension into the engine of its romance, producing something closer to fixation rather than an incurable case of love.

As Dr. Tendo holds professional authority over Sakura, his repeated verbal abuse and public humiliation become normalized within their interactions. Over time, a pattern in which moments of minimal sympathy are interspersed with persistent verbal abuse, while he maintains far more functional relationships with colleagues, family members, and past partners. The effect is a dynamic that at times resembles a troubling pleasure in provoking and observing her submission rather than a healthy interpersonal bond.

Equally notable is Sakura’s perception of the situation. The series repeatedly emphasizes her unconventional personality, her unfiltered enthusiasm, exaggerated emotional responses, and an almost child-like excitement. While intended to make her charming, these traits also suggest a naïve emotional and intellectual understanding of the world around her.

Ironically, obsessive attachment and abusive dynamics are among the more realistic aspects of the story. What strains credibility is the expected fairytale resolution: the emotionally distant man ultimately softens and reciprocates the heroine’s devotion. By pairing realistic dysfunction with an idealized romantic payoff, the narrative risks sending a troubling message.

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overly used plot but a cute version

Honestly, it’s not a bad movie. It’s actually quite enjoyable, but the biggest issue for me is that the plot is very overused. After a while, it kind of loses its charm because the story feels very familiar.
That being said, it’s still a nice movie, and I think people who haven’t seen this type of story before might enjoy it much more than I did.
Overall, it was fun to watch, and one thing that really stood out to me was the theme around curly hair. That part actually resonated with me a lot.

As a millennial who grew up seeing ads on TV constantly telling us that curly hair was messy or dry and that was it was a " problem" that we needed silky straight hair to look pretty, this movie brought back a lot of memories. The way it touched on that insecurity felt very real and relatable, and I enjoyed how the movie brought back something that so strongly defined beauty back in the day.

The reason I say the plot isn’t very original is because it’s the kind of storyline you’ve probably seen before. The movie follows a girl who has a crush on a guy, and her friends help her build the courage to confess her feelings. During a school trip, she’s about to confess to him, but in that moment she realizes she’s actually in love with her best friend instead. They start dating, but things don’t stay simple. The best friend has serious family issues that force him to leave and disappear from her life. Years later, she still hasn’t moved on, and then he suddenly reappears, and their love story continues.

It’s one of those plots where you can pretty much predict what’s going to happen because we’ve seen similar stories many times before.
Even so, the movie is still a light and enjoyable watch. It may not be the most original story, but it has some relatable moments and a nostalgic feeling that makes it worth watching if you’re in the mood for something simple and sweet.

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Office enemies to lovers

It was light and though it had its cliche parts, I still liked it. This. is the second time I am seeing Ji Soo in a drama and I like her voice. I wont say much on the acting because I dont see any issues. Park Gyeong Nam plays that introverted character and I think they paired well.
I liked the cameos of the virtual boyfriends she was dating. Those were fun to watch.
It was surprising to see that Park Gyeong Nam liked her first....
Overall, she realized not all men are the same and she gave another chance on love and she is quite happy. Matter of fact they are quite happy at the end.

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started okay, got better with each episode!

The mistery plot wasn’t that good, it’s not as deep as everyone said it was. that’s why the first few episodes were kind of hard to get through, i skipped a lot of scenes with the protests and stuff. But as the show focused more on Akk and Ayans relationship it got sooo good. I loved Khaos acting in this, it felt like there was so much love in his eyes, also both actors did an amazing job in the emotional scenes, their crying felt really real. In the later episodes the plot focuses more on the struggles of Khao realising he loves ayan but can’t accept he likes men, instead of the school curse and protests, from there it gets more deep and emotional. Thats when the drama gets reallyyy good, and i love akk and ayan so much, their relationship is so sweet.
watch it, the romance part is one of the best ever, you can just skip the mistery stuff.

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This is fantasy drama with deep means

I feel really bad for "historical park lady ( male lead step mother )".

Because "her whole life she" ( male lead step mother ) was teach to be a "good wife " who gain and be beneficial for to the family she will be married by "her own family". And the society peoples as always even since historical time no good always being peoples down who is not doing well "base on society standards". She ( male lead step mother ) from her marriage family to her own family even society everyone treat her so bad.

Her father-in-law ( grandpa ) who abused her physically and mentally for not forcing his grandsons take government exams.

And i strongly believe base on her actions she ( male lead step mother ) doesn't wanted to be married into park family, she ( male lead step mother ) was forced to be married into park family so her ( male lead step mother ) family could gain something. She ( male lead step mother ) family is selfish even to marry they daughter as 2nd wife of the family.

So she ( male lead step mother ) marriage his step son ( male lead ) to the female lead family.

Base of so many reasons
1. No good family or wellbeing family will marry into park family because they don't have any government job.
2. Female lead family is high post government family.
3. Female lead was very aged women base on society so not many wellbeing familys will marry her. So she is easy target for park family.
4. Also the rumours FOR the male lead is ugly it was spread by park family because they rather want to be recognised as so called ugly family then not being capable even to have government job ( word ugly distance the government job part really for them also )
( THIS IS MY IMAGINE THAT'S ALL I THOUGHT WHILE WATCHING THE DRAMA )

And park family grandpa was worst he killed his son's 1st wife out of greadiness. Even though they show grandpa killed 1st wife in modern era they don't show in how he did in historical era. But grandpa was worst person for the family.

In historical era "park lady ( male lead step mother )" totally break down from mentally and went crazy enough after being abused for years. She committed a crime.

But in modern era things were little different because this time as women she ( male lead step mother ) have some power. She even trying to make sure male lead don't get hurt after knowing the trust that she didn't kill his mother it was his own grandpa.

And after female lead went back to her historical era she even made sure by putting her life at risk standing front of king. So no women for now died because of loyel wife government job.

Peoples might don't know but
Government jobs in Asian family whole a lot worth of happiness. Yes government job even since historical time can give most of happiness from family to society that no job can give you by default.

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