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A depressing and pathetic waste of time
Another slow drama with young people suffering trauma. Ha Ran (FL) from loosing both parents and Chan (ML) from loosing his mum and having an overbearing father.On top of that we have a case of amnesia, hidden identity, misunderstandings, self loathing and self flagellation (metaphorical) and so so many tears - so many cliches and so oh hum. Can’t writers come up with something different?
FL so narrow minded as if she is the only one in the world suffering. She knows that the ML has experienced trauma and the physical and mental damage that is ongoing but ignores it because of her victim mentality and needs and unyielding standards are all that matter- all the supposed growth in character was just a facade. Being open to forgiveness, even of one’s self, is not big in Korean dramas.
The second couple (younger sister ) and Mr Yeon were a better couple and she was the better female in love much more understanding, happy and mature despite her youth and impetuous behaviour.
It was obvious that the boy Han Ra thought she fell in love with (what a joke! She had just strung him along as she was more focused on her own interests ) was loosing interest. No intrigue it was so obvious. All very sad.
The show was so depressing and struggled to watch especially at the beginning. It had repeated flash back memories that just kept piling up and dragging it out. Why do I allow myself to be dragged into these quagmires?
Doesn’t anyone in Korea want happy, normal and real grown up relationships? Can Korean drama not come up with a formula that gives characters real opportunities to grow create sustaining relationships through shared goals, achievements and actions?
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The best Kdrama I have seen in years
I don't think I ever stopped smiling while watching this series. I have to say that this might be one of the best series I have seen in a while. It's not just good, I enjoyed everything. I'm usually not a big fan of Kdrama and you will rarely catch me watching it and actually enjoying it. This show didn't fail to make me laugh and I was watching a few episodes in the car with my parents and I just could't hold my pokerface.What I loved the most about this whole show was the ML's. They're both adorable in their own way, but it was extremely obvious who FL would end up with. I have to admit that I disliked Jang a bit and I'm sooo sorry I only wanted Eun Ha to end up with mr Seo and not Jang. Idk but Jang is sweet but he is way too basic and Seo is just super funny and I love him as a character. Kdrama really is rising my standards yes, even as a gay male. Mr Seo is bitterly just a chid in a 'mafia' body. I loved it sooo much when both ML's watched the videos Eun Ha made. Not 2 grown ahh man watching children videos bc they like Eun Ha. The writer (Na Kyung) really did sooo well on the humour.
This show is convincing me to watch all shows where Um Tae Goo appears in. His acting is amzingggg. His raspy voice is super attractive but just everything about him makes me smile. His hugs looked amazing and his kisses were adorable?? Sorry, but I never saw Eun Ha ending up with Jang Hyeon, somehow I just don't see both match. Just everything mr Seo did got me thinking about how adorable he was. Also, his acting really made me cry sometimes which is super rare for me.
The side characters also really added to the story. I love it when Kdrama's add stupid guys who are extremely sweet. I never expected to get emotional over children pork sausages but here I am. They really were sweet but people made the wrong assumptions. Also, one thing I just could't help but think is that II Yeong reminds me of Est Supha. (Thai actors), especially of his role as Mok. Actually a lot of moments reminded me of me and Thee, but probably because I loved that series as well. I have to admit that I did expect Seo and Eun Ha to have a kid at the end as well and I was kindaaaa disappointed.
The misunderstanding between Eun Ha and Seo rlly broke me bro, I never expected to get so emotional over a cutie pie boss. I just felt so bad for Seo when Eun Ha left. I like Eun Ha most of the time but sometimes she was just a bit selfish and sometimes she should've thought about Seo. Seo is clearly just not good at expressing himself. But this show really portrays opposite attracts well. I actually hated Mi Ho at first but the last few episodes made me change my mind and she had a point when she said that Eun Ha just doesn't focus on the numbers but rather the kids and audience (I hope this is understandable).
On production, it has a cute and nice intro. I loveee the animation style and it also suits the series extremely! The transitions are amazing and I love the shots they use. One of the things I love is when series make a certain character look intimidating and then say the cutest thing ever. They did this with Seo which made me smile soooo bad. The series had 2 directors and I'm not familiar with both. I really hope to see more of the screenwriter, Na Kyung aswell. They have to be good at jokes to make such an amazing show. This show also did a great job on sound effects. What I also love is the cute colour pallets they use to style their scene's and the outfits. I am sooo obsessed with Ko Eun Ha's outfits!!
I would definitely recommend this series and it has become one of my favourite series of all time. Maybe this is not for everyone, I saw people liking it but there were always some negative points. I really can't say anything negative about it. Seo was amazing, Eun Ha was adorable and Seo??? I am in love with him. May I find a man like that, oml.
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Realistic comfort drama
Realistic drama in which two people face the ups and downs of surviving the demands of the corporate world, the wounds of the past, family stories and beliefs, and the challenges of living together, balancing the realities of different ways of life and how much you can give while still being yourself.The plot approach is realistic, without the excessive puritanism of Asian dramas, with the necessary intimacy to make it credible, without being a Western series exploiting sexuality in excess.
Except for the manager, portrayed with excessive exaggeration, all the characters were within proper limits for a drama.
The way both couples resolve their differences and overcome setbacks makes the drama very enjoyable.
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This masterpiece remains unparalleled !!!
Lovely Runner is perfection, a true gold nugget. A stunning and impressive one-off drama. Its worldwide success upon release proves the undeniable quality of this true gem. No other drama can compete with Lovely Runner!I usually despise cheesy teenage romances, but this drama was a true revelation—an unexpected love at first sight. This series completely blew me away.
The incredible chemistry between the lead actors is pure magic, and the emotional depth of the storyline leaves you completely breathless. From the brilliant time-travel plot to the unforgettable soundtrack, every single detail is executed triumphantly. Lovely Runner sets the bar extremely high, completely redefines the genre for me, and will remain an undeniable, legendary masterpiece for years to come. ❤
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The director overdid
The main role died like WTFFFFFFF and the last kiss we get was like f*cking fish in their dreamsEVERYBODY DIED. And what about their poor son?
I'm so f*cked up. Not really sure if it was more about justice or revenge, They're all so f*cking selfish.
F*CK THE HAPPY ENDING IN DREAM. IT WAS A NIGHTMARE.
I WAS REALLY DISAPPOINTED. THIS OVERDO IS REALLY A BIG OVERDO OVERDOING OVERDO OVERDID AND I AM OVER DONE AND CANT MAKE 300 HUNDRED WORDS HERE HOW I AM F*CKED UP RIGHT NOW...I REALLY HAD HIGH HOPES AFTER HAVING WATCHED A HALF OF THE DRAMA AND THE ACTORS DID A GREAT JOB BECAUSE I REALLY STARTED TO HATE REN SUSU....
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"A Second Watch of a Timeless Love Story"
A beautiful and unforgettable drama with a story that truly stays with you. I have watched many C-dramas, and although some of their stories slowly fade from my memory, this one is different. *Eternal Love: Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms* left a lasting impression on me.
For me, this is a heavy emotional drama filled with love, pain, sacrifices, and unforgettable moments. The story, characters, and emotions are so deeply portrayed that I still remember them even after finishing the drama. This is truly a masterpiece and a drama that I can watch again and again.
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Such an amazing drama and deserves more recognition!
Si Jin is truly one of my favorite dramas. The cast, the OST, the acting, the storyline... just perfect to me. Everything was so well-written and beautifully paced. Not a single episode felt boring. Every episode ended in a way that made me desperate for the next one.The villains were absolutely ruthless. But seeing them finally get exactly what they deserved was so satisfying. And the main leads finally got the happy ending they deserved after everything they went through from beginning to end. They just kept facing one obstacle after another, so seeing them happy in the end made me feel so satisfied.
I watched Si Jin a year too late, and I honestly wish I could've experienced it while it was airing in 2025. But at the same time, I'm so grateful I found this gem. It's truly become my favorite drama so far.
Thank you so much Jing Tian & Zhang Wanyi ❤️🔥
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Propose to me Zaddy!
Okay now hear me out! I don't usually vibe well with much toxicity in BL's. There's a balance game usually and this one at first definitely had me frustrated. It did keep my intrigue though with the mystery aspects of it and once we got past the literal hate fu**ing towards the beginning, I was down for the plot and chemistry! I literally wanted to protect Chae Ha so badly though, he was treated like such dirt all because of the father being a murderer thing! Leave my boy alone, hes trying his best in life!Was this review helpful to you?
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A cute end to a partly nice show...
MDL graced us today with the page of the special, which was aired on May 10th (2026) or so. It could have been also just episode 25 of the Part 2, but no, there some people need an extra page. But should it not be "Fourever You Part 2 Special"?This is the typical special I expected. It's mostly cute, it enforces the bond of the "bottom" friends and of course it also have quite childish parts in it. Production quality was on the level we expect from Wabi Sabi, nothing to complain there. Overall this special is nice enough to bring the series to an end. If you watched part 2, you will also like this most probably, even when it's not stellar or earthshattering. At least, it's cute. As usual my rating is only for the uncut version.
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welcome back, Nam!
I really loved this drama! It's my first time watching a Korean horror-serise, and the cast's acting was solid all around. The CGI for the cute little Gumu following the male lead was great, and I really enjoyed his witty, comic-book-style inner thoughts.I also loved the dynamic between the leads—they didn't force an unrealistic romance amidst all the chaos, even though their subtle feelings and mutual care were clear.
The open ending definitely felt like the creators testing the waters for a potential second season if it hits big.
My only gripe was how chaotic the evil spirits became toward the end; new ones kept popping up out of nowhere, which was a bit confusing! But overall, it was a fun watch—welcome back, Nam!
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The Most Convoluted Age Gap Romance Ever Conceived
This is available on the FOD Shorts app with English subtitles - give it a shot if you're interested!To give credit where it's due, I was actually enjoying this at first. With it being about time tunnels, changing the future, etc. , it could be a little silly and came with the standard cliches, but I thought the overall idea was fun and I liked seeing all the ways Kanato and Misa figured out to communicate. Most of the actors are quite young, so I could forgive the performances being a little rough around the edges.
However, if I had my way, I would've liked it more if their big mission was to save the life of a friend or something, not each other, and if it really had to have romance, it could've come out of the shared experience of helping someone else rather than entwined in their motivation to manipulate time and space to be together. Because as it actually plays out, you have to reeeallly not think too hard about how Misa essentially stalks (and lowkey kinda grooms???) Kanato by approaching him 10 years in the past when he's a little baby elementary schooler to carry out their plan and then stays beside him after they both survive the accident. It ultimately felt like a very roundabout way to write the "we knew each other when we were younger" trope/excuse for this age gap romance. Also, I did laugh when Kanato fades out of existence after one of their attempts fails and could not take his death seriously, I'm so sorry lol.
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I found out that I love Republican Drama!
I stumbled upon this drama after several people told me that the reason I didn't enjoy Overdo was because Republican-era dramas simply weren't my genre.Well... this completely proved me wrong.
I absolutely loved it.
The story is engaging from the very beginning, with excellent pacing that introduces the world naturally without overwhelming you with too many characters or names in the first few episodes. The script strikes a wonderful balance between angst, romance, comedy, and conflict, so none of the elements ever overstays its welcome.
I also appreciated how grounded the production feels. The dialogue is natural, the cinematography avoids excessive zoom-ins, overdramatic music, or the telenovela-style editing that often pulls me out of the story. Instead, it lets the characters and emotions speak for themselves.
The character development is fantastic, and the cast delivers wonderful performances across the board. ❤️❤️
I'm so glad I gave this drama a chance—it reminded me that it's never the genre itself, but the quality of the storytelling that makes all the difference.
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A Comfort Series That Gets Better With Each Episode
This is a full-on comedy series. It's silly, fun, and over-the-top. And that's exactly where the tone lives. It doesn't ever take itself seriously, yet manages to tackle some serious topics like self-love, bullying, and forgiveness in the midst of the ridiculous.Boss's "clown" against Noeul's "straight man" is absolutely brilliant. Their commitment to letting their characters' emotions take over, regardless of how they may look, is exactly why their chemistry is so powerful. All scenes, whether chaotic or romantic, are delivered with their full commitment.
In fact, the acting is the most outstanding part of this show. Every single actor, even the newcomer Effect, is able to create a full-fledged character and give vitality to a lackluster plot. There are very little awkward pauses, stiff or unconvincing acting. It is a joy to watch a BL with genuinely good acting.
The weakest aspect of this series is the plot, not the script. The script delivers punchy, hilarious, and outrageous scenes that are paired with a great eye for direction. The framing of many scenes help make the scene funnier and elevate the irony and comedy, for example the flashback scene at the beginning of episode 10. The framing, paired with great use of sound editing, really elevates the hilarity and absurdity of the situation. Unfortunately, the sound editing also falls short on many other scenes, where the emotion is lost because of awkward pauses, lack of background sound, or audio mixing.
Though the plot is weak and somewhat unimaginative, the series is still quite enjoyable. It is not meant to be a serious romance for the ages and it sticks to it's Rom-Com vibes throughout, staring with the opening song. In fact, if you're familiar with 90's Hollywood Rom-Coms, this series is exactly in the same category. It delivers exactly what it promises: A silly time that will put a smile on your face and make you believe true love exists somewhere in this world.
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A Romance comedy that doesn’t fade or lose vibrancy with time
Interestingly saw a lot of mixed reviews of the drama. To be honest I only watch this recently in yr 2026 as I trust Seven Tan acting skills but this show was before Go Ahead where she then has become widely famous internationally, so was thinking if I should attempt to watch.Love her ability to portray and bring the female character alive and also able to deliver the sad moments (especially when she was being the scapegoat to the marriage to the villain). For male lead, no one that I would go for but fortunately his acting is not too shabby when carrying out the child like age characters in one of the storylines. Other than that seems like he is always in dead starring mode (maybe because it is only this way then he will look more firm and with autonomy). Overall, I would prefer this drama than the Sword and the Brocade though the digital effects especially under the water is unbearable to watch (can do they swim breast stroke with hands and legs moving at the same time… and not breathing under the water for so long).
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Not a "dream life" at all.... too realistic
My viewing preferences keep me away from the “slice of life” dramas because they tend to be too realistic. Entertainment is what I want, not a living reminder of 3 decades in the corporate world.This drama was a deep dive into the sociological and psychological complexities of one fifty-something old man named Mr. Kim. It was neither dreamy, nor light and unencumbered as the title suggests. The screenplay is well written, and Mr. Kim’s personality did not entice my sympathy. Instead, I felt compassion for his wife and son who stood in stark contrast to the ML.
To be honest, I was halfway through episode 10 but decided to finish watch ONLY to see how Mr. Kim’s wife and son fared after facing so many difficulties. IT WAS WORTH finishing! This story was much more to my liking for the resolution and outcome than for the long, difficult (sad and uncomfortable) life choices Mr. Kim made. He could be a study for several psychological complexes: Inferiority or Megalomania.
Although I recommend The Dream Life of Mr. Kim as a very good drama to watch, don’t be fooled by the title chosen. It could have been more accurately titled Mr. Kim's Megalomania.
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