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Crash Landing on You
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by Kara98
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What is love?

Is love the need to be close to each other and see each other all the time, or is it simply the feeling you have when you think of the other person?
These questions crossed my mind as I was watching Crash Landing on You. This series is the perfect example of how people can go from being enemies to friends, or in this case, to partners. It’s a beautiful story of a love that blossoms amidst the tensions of a “paused war.”

Is it the lead and supporting actors who make this drama so great, or is it the storyline? I believe this question can be answered with one simple word: “Both.” The actors, whether they’re in supporting roles or leading roles, play their parts so convincingly that you feel the entire story could be their own. This is especially true when you consider that the two lead actors are now married and have a child together.

The conflict between North and South Korea is portrayed exceptionally well. It’s neither exaggerated nor over-dramatised, but it is ever-present and addressed clearly in several scenes. The prejudices both sides hold against each other are also seamlessly woven into the narrative. My issue with most series set in a similar context is that they tend to portray one side as the villains and the other as the heroes. These series focus solely on the positives of the “good” side against the “bad” side, without acknowledging that the reverse can also be true, and that the stark distinction between good and evil doesn’t really exist. These nuances are so well handled and executed in Crash Landing on You that I believe this should be the standard for all series.

Even though some viewers were not entirely satisfied with the ending, I personally think it was a well-chosen conclusion, because reality rarely allows for a truly happy ending. The fact that they can see each other at least once a year doesn’t erase the pain of their separation, but it does make it slightly easier to bear.

In conclusion, I would count this series among the top K-dramas. I would give anything to be able to watch this series for the first time again.

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Fangs of Fortune
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Such a great watch!!!

Don't think anything I said is spoilers if anything is I'm sorry.

This drama almost had everything I love in a drama if only it would of had a better romance story my rating would of been a 10. I feel like that was the only thing missing in this drama which is disappointing and a waste of chemistry between Neo Hou and Chen Du Ling, but even with that being from me it was still so worth watching.

The three actors I really enjoyed watching was Neo Hou, Tian Jia Rui, and Yan An. Their characters were my absolute favorite in this drama and their interactions together. That is what really shined for this drama was the friendships that formed with all characters and the way they all grew to understand each other. Also the fights scenes were really incredible to watch.

One thing I do want to put in this review is that I absolutely fell in love with the character Li Lun played by Yan An. Yes he is the villain (mostly), but his story and watching how amazing the actor portrayed him I just loved. He will definitely be one of my top characters. Yan An is just way to pretty!!!

Now on to just a few nitpicks that even got to me though I did really enjoy watching this drama.
1st: All the crying is most of the scenes. I do think they did go over board with it and it was really unnecessary. Especially when you can tell it is fake crying with the way the tears fall down the face.
2nd: The over done music, and I really do enjoy the songs for this drama. It was just one song really that got to me I felt like they played it over and over again that I actually didn't want to hear it anymore. Wished they would of played Liu Yu Ning's song more but maybe that is just me.
3rd: Not hating on the actresses so don't hate me but I didn't really enjoy the two main girls in this. Chen Du Ling's character was supposed to be this powerful goddess but it felt like she spent most of her time on the ground. Cheng Xiao's character felt kinda incomplete like they didn't know what to do with. She is an incredible fighter but she does a lot of standing around and being in the background. She also didn't feel like part of the group a lot of the times.
I really think this is worth the watch though even with my little nitpicks. If you are a romance lover and that is the only thing you really enjoy this may not be it for you, because they do have a little bit of a love story but it could of been better. They really could of done more with it, but the friendships of this story is worth it. The three actors I mentioned are worth watching.

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Come and Hug Me
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Overall 10
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Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 10
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Masterfully Done!

A rookie detective & an aspiring actress. They were each other’s first love. Now reunited as adults, can they finally be together?

This show will forever hold a piece of my heart. I was immediately hooked & I thoroughly enjoyed watching this. I often return to rewatch them fall in love because they’re just so perfect for one another. The story is beautifully told with the pacing of the past & present mixing, the raw emotions in each scene, & the unforgettable & irreplaceable bond the Leads share. ❤️‍🩹

This show tugs at the heart. Our Leads experienced a horrific event as teens: his father murdered her parents in front of her, but he arrived in time to save her from the same fate. He chose her over any familial loyalty & protected her by having his father arrested. In the aftermath, they’re separated & kept apart because everyone blames him for the sins of his father. Everyone except her.

But a victim & the criminal’s child can never be together. … or can they?

When they meet by chance again years later, the sparks of their long ago bond are once more fanned to flames. They fight the pull due to the feelings & expectations of those close to them, as well as from a desire to protect one another from society’s ridicule. But their bond proves to strong to ignore so they ultimately choose to follow their hearts & finally allow themselves to be with the one they love.

The ML’s constant devotion to & protection of the FL is perfection! 🔥🫠 His strength of character makes him a man amongst boys. He’s the knight with dented armor from all the battles he’s engaged in, but he’s still standing & continuing to fight for what’s right. He’s faced constant prejudice & bullying/attacks from those who don’t know the full story. He’s had very few people take his side even though he never did anything wrong. He does his best to be an upright citizen & quietly prove he’s nothing like his father. But when the FL comes under attack, he vows to protect her at any cost. He’ll stand between her & any threat, no matter who that means he’s standing against. *so much swooning!*

The FL is absolutely perfect for him. While she understands the reasons for the distance between them, she’s never forgotten him. She once told him to come to her if it ever got too hard & she meant it. She has such a big heart, filled with a pure love for the ML. She always trusts him in every situation they encounter & she’s never once blamed him for what his father did. This fact is so refreshing to witness & makes her totally girl-crush worthy! 🫶🏻 People often mistake her as weak & naive due to her kindness, but she’s got this quiet strength about her that they’re overlooking. It begins to shine through, though, when she refuses to walk away from the ML again & proudly stands by his side.

These Leads are phenomenal together. Truly one of my favorite kdrama couples. They’ve managed to stay such good people even as they struggle with the lasting effects of that horrific night. They don’t take on a victim mentality & they’re determined to not be defined by what happened back then. The villains never want to let good people live in peace, though, so they’ve still got demons to conquer. And together, that’s exactly what they do. ❤️‍🔥

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-⬇️ S P O I L E R S 🚫 B E L O W ⬇️-


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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- F(r)K : 21 💋
- 2G : 21 👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏻
- BU : Nope 🫶🏻

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The Double
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1 hour ago
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Overall 9.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 9.0
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Raised my standards for dramas to an unhealthy level!

[Contains only minor spoilers, e.g. what I didn't like]
It's been only a few months since I entered the cdrama world, and this was the very first drama I finished watching. Right now I regret making this my first drama because it raised my standards too high!

Jokes aside, let's get to the point. There are many good things about this drama (some flaws too) but the one thing that captivated me and still has me in grip is the ACTING. It's absolutely marvellous, every actor here is just amazing. I can't remember the number of times I cried when another character did. Duke Su, Shen Yurong, Princess Wanning, Jiang li, Jiang li's father, and everyone else did a fantastic job. There wasn't one scene or one dialogue that didnt have me engaged. Though I'll admit the female character, despite having a strong backstory, felt pretty bland. But after the first half I think that fell into place.

AND DUKE SU???? DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED??? CUZ IDK WHEN I'LL STOP??? I WILL NEVER STOP FEELING ANGRY AT MAKERS FOR NOT EXPLORING AND DOING JUSTICE TO HIS CHARACTER AND BACKSTORY!!! Every time he entered a scene, every time he spoke, it literally had me screaming internally!! THIS GUY SPEAKS WITH BOTH EYES AND EYEBROWS DAMNIT. Though his expressions fell static sometimes, nontheless Wang xing yue has absolutely great potential and I will most definitely follow him from here on.

THE SONGS??? CAN I TELL YOU HOW OBSESSED THEY MADE ME???

And the chemistry. THE CHEMISTRY?????? I will shut up and let you see it for yourself.

I also disliked how overly female centred this was, though I know it's her story, it shouldn't have been at the cost of the opposite character that is Duke Su. The ending also could've been executed in a much better way rather than adding something absolutely unnecessary (not mentioning it cuz major spoiler.) The open ending was also unnecessary, though the meaning was made clear by the special episode as well as the makers and Xing Yue himself. But it shouldn't take viewers the words of makers to receive clarification of the ending of a drama.

Anyway, I don't think I will ever forget this drama. It was so hard to watch another one after I was done with this one. For days I couldn't move on from it. It's a must watch!

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Lion no Kakurega
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2 hours ago
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Overall 9.0
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.5
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Underrated and sad show :(

The show showcases the different perspectives and struggles faced by the main characters and it evokes really strong feelings throughout the show. Some aspects of the actions taken by Aoi could have been approached more appropriately. But, the dynamic of Hiroto, Michito and Lion/Shuuto was lovely throughout the series. Ep 10 was so sad 😭 . Overall, the show is a must watch for this year!
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Drag Race Thailand Season 3
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by Gigi
2 hours ago
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Overall 4.0
Story 4.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 1.0

#NotMyDragRaceTH

It was not the return I hoped for Thailand, I think beyond the very clear issues with the low budget production, the season suffered from what I believe was an attempt of following the Drag Race formula, instead of allowing it to be its own unique thing, because it's been a while, but I do remember seasons 1 and 2 feeling different from the main franchise, which is what attracted the fans in the first place. But after watching Global All Stars, it seems to me that the people behind Drag Race don't have much respect for cultural diversity, and would rather uplift westernized ideas of art, beauty and comedy.

Removing Art Arya from the presenter and lead judge position was mistake n. 1, her and Pangina had an amazing chemistry that worked perfectly for the show, and scheduling season 3 of DRTH to come out right after season 3 of DRPH was mistake n. 2. Right now Philippines is the best version of Drag Race out there, even better than the original American franchise, any other season that comes out after PH will look bad in comparison.

But I'm glad Thai queens get to have this amazing opportunity, and regardless of the quality of this season I do hope we get a season 4, and that Drag Race continues to expend itself outside of European countries. Recently it was announced that a South African franchise is in the works, which I'm so excited for, and I think a Drag Race Japan next would be perfect, considering there's a momentum for marriage equality in the country.

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Light Shop
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by Kate
3 hours ago
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 10
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The will to live is not always just our own.

What a pleasant surprise this show is. Though pleasant might not be the right word to describe it. Touching? Heartbreaking? Hopeful? Enlightening?

What started as a fun eerie monster flick, turned into a deep and enriching exploration of the meaning of life, will to survive, depth of connections and consequences of choices. In just 8 episodes the drama presented well structured, well paced stories of 12 unique and relatable characters. We’ve got the answers, but we are also left with questions that reach beyond just the plot - questions about our lives, experiences and ideas.

What’s even more surprising, how detailed the lore of the afterlife was. Light Shops being the borders between life and afterlife - shop keepers being the guides for souls. People who are still alive become a sort of ghost in the afterlife, seen only by people who are not willing to move on and accept their death. Delirium after near death experience is nothing else, but the memory of the life in the afterworld - memory that keeps you connected to the afterlife that will let you see the ghost in the “real world”.

The shopkeepers help the dead move on, or the alive to wake up. Those who decide to not forget their memories from near death experiences can become helpers in the living world - either dealing with ghosts like Yang Sung Sik or guiding the lost souls like Kwon Yeong Ji.

With all the vague clues and more questions, I was honestly doubtful they would be able to explain all the mysteries. What is this place? How do people get her? How can they leave? Where are they leaving? Who can live? What choices do they have? What are the consequences of said choices? I honestly feel like I’ve got a proper answer to all of these. But it also left me wondering about the actions of the characters, their choices and what I would do in their place.

❔How much we are willing to sacrifice to protect people we love.
Jung Won Yeong the shop keeper who was willing to give up the peace of afterlife to help his daughter survive. A character that seemed stoic to the point of feeling emotionless. Initially I did not know how I should feel about him. Ju Ji Hoon can deliver quite an emotionally rich performance so this role seemed to fit below his capabilities. Little did I know he would deliver scenes utterly devastating and heartbreaking. The way he broke down after finding out he died and his daughter is left alone. How desperate he got to help her. How he was willing to sacrifice himself to make sure she could make it.

❔How once being lost can lead to us finding the right path.
Kwon Yeong Ji found her calling after her near death experience. With her newly gained knowledge of the afterlife and the struggles one can face to find their way home, she put it on herself to become the guiding presence helping others find their light. Similarly Yang Sung Sik after losing everything, was able to gain new motivation. Combining his expertise as detective and the ability to see ghosts, he took the role of a guardian - keeping the balance between the world of living and dead.

❔How sometimes other’s will to keep us alive is more important than our own.
The question that kept coming back during the first half of the show is: what keeps them alive? The answer, as heartbreaking as it was, it also became one of the highlights and most touching aspects of the drama.
The visual presentation of Lee Ji Yeong sewing Kim Hyun Min back being compared to keeping his heartbeat, keeping him alive. The determination she went through to make sure he can survive. The hope that he will remember. Jung Yu Hui who kept sending her daughter for new light bulbs with hopes she will be able to find her one life in the process. How Park Hye Won tried to do her best to make Yun Seon Hae leave the house, because only if she lives she can find the light shop. O Seung Won carrying Heo Ji Ung on his back, Kim Sang Hun guiding Yang Sung Sik.

All these stories broke me to pieces. I cried with every new revelation. I cried with every new person waking up. I cried with every goodbye. Honestly, the whole second half was just a crying fest, and I’m happy I was able to experience it.

❔How not every situation can have a happy ending, and sometimes the negative consequences will haunt us forever.
Lee Ji Yeong at the end became a vengeful ghost. The sadness of being forgotten by the man she loved, by the man that she died for was too much to handle. When I watched where her and Kim Hyun Min ended, I kept thinking: maybe her determination to keep him alive was just a selfish act. Maybe he should have died. Maybe them staying together in the afterlife would be their happy ending. Now all that’s left is pain and regret.

Then we have Ju Hyun Ju - what seems like a good resolution, weirdly feels incomplete, without the closure of the teenager. Being separated from her mother, when she desperately wanted to stay in the afterlife with her makes me question if she even can live a normal life. Not getting treated for delirium she lives in a constant state of confusion - what is real, what is not. She is in a daze, not being able to connect with the people around her, she refuses to connect. She lives in her past memories that block her from moving on. I sadly struggle to see how she can reach the point of living a normal life.

❔How sometimes the choice we make can seem like giving up, while for us it’s starting over.
Yun Seon Hae chose to die. She found the shop, she found her life and then she made the choice to destroy it. There was nothing waiting for her in the world of living and there was so much she would lose if she left. She decided to stay with her girlfriend Park Hye Won and somehow it felt like they truly started living only after their death.

At the end of the day, Light Shop is a tale of love, care, devotion, desperation, regret and choices. Brilliantly acted, stunningly shot, perfectly directed (cannot believe this is Kim Hee Won’s directorial debut) and carefully crafted in any and all areas. It’s a story with many twists and surprising cohesiveness. Giving you the sense of hope, dread, sadness and happiness. The true portrayal of what it means to live, to die, to survive and to give up.

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Thicha
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Perfect story..i like to rewatch bcause the phat ch i love his ch green flag😭😭he choose his wife side rather than his mom side..i dont like the ending how dare director k1ll phat and make thicha suffer until the end we want continue ep 8 ep not enough we need happy ending pls😭😭Phat too kind..HOW DARE U DIRECTOR!!!!
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Light Shop
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by Enny Flower Award1
4 hours ago
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Overall 9.0
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.0

You have to find your light , No matter what !

Every once in a while you come across a show where you have no idea what is going on but you hang in there curious enough ...and oh man ...a lot of disappointments but once in a while you end up in "absolute awe of what you saw" and that my friends brings us to light shop !!

Light shop is not just an everyday drama about what happens in the afterlife ...yeah well no one knows but if a speculation as believable as this is put across I wonder do we actually not know ?

okay so I have no idea how am I to convince you for watching a show without giving away about it (I think that's why all the synopsis about the show are just so fucked up) ...and can't you all take my word for it ...COME ON GO WATCH IT ...PLEASE ...!!!

if that didn't work, then you are just being mean ...but let me try again -

Light shop is a show about the dead but also about the living ...it is a show that promises hope ...a light, in the darkness that surrounds ...it gives you a way to believe that you can make it ..that in fact ,if you " will" ...you will make it ! But it's not your happy go lucky show ...and tragedies aren't just one sided ..they mostly do never have "a happy end" so what do we get then ...
what remains is -- the infinite hope ! Hope of the living ...hope of the dead !
Enough of the poetic expression of my love for the show ....

Light shop is the brightest shop in the dark alleyway that is somehow (ask geometry) situated near everyone's home ...you pass by it a lot of times but only if you "will" you shall find your light here...managed by a suspicious enigmatic man this shop is your one stop solution for lighting ....and oh the aesthetics. While the dead look for their own stuff and the living look for their own this shop is not just lights ...it's stories ....stories that are heart wrenching and stories that promise hope ...stories that are lot more than just stories ....

Here you sign up for a tightly packed mystery driven narrative with a horror backdrop garnished with tragedy and chills, you are in for the emotions it promises.
While initial eps might seem a bit difficult to follow if you let curiosity take the better of you ...be prepared with tissues for the finale !

There are a lot of them that will not seem connected initially and you may not be initially interested in any, but give it time ...as the layers unfold you will reach at a point where even if you were not paying a lot of attention you will be able to connect the dots. It will be easy enough to figure out and while you come up with your own conclusions you will deduce that a lot of them were there served to you right from the beginning.

what made me the most interested was the realization that 72 hours ...the 3 day Korean funeral which I think everyone follows in different forms actually relates to the 72 hours post operative care, 72 hours the golden period of making it through (i hope the lil fact check that I did ...had me with the correct facts) ....This show brings this forth so beautifully.

The depth in the narrative where every detail is paid attention to (another example like ...you have to find your light on your own)...all the answers are handed out by the end very subtly ....you still crave for more ...in a way that you didn't know ....this is a must watch !!
....so when are you visiting the ....the light shop !?

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Fry Me to the Moon
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by E-925
5 hours ago
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Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Soup and Fried

Hats off to the wise, unknown regulator who banned Chinese showrunners from indulgently long seasons.

Fry Me to the Moon (yes, quite punny) is a walking advertisement by the Sichuan Tourism Board that would have likely overstayed its welcome under the past regime. However — in the new era — coming in at 24 episodes, it was tightly plotted, superbly cut and highly enjoyable. It singlehandedly cured me of my snobbery towards the Slice of Life genre. There is something to be said for low stakes and cheery —especially in 2024!

Fry Me to the Moon (FMTTM) is about Chuan Bai Lo. It’s a restaurant representing an idealised communal, relaxed, distinctly Sichuanese (which means numba one in China! (and the world!!!)) depiction of a dying China. Literally dying. Gu Da Peng (Zhang Guo Li), the restaurant’s head chef and owner is indebted and fatally ill. But he carries on, smiling through it all, hoping against hope that a changing world will leave his oasis untouched. That was not to be! Capital was coming.

The relentless march of capitalism’s drive for efficiency —turning all that was once solid into mist!— arrives in sleepy Chengdu in the guise of Liang Qing Ran (Charmaine Sheh). She’s the regional boss of Zhongting Capital, and she’s got a plan for Chuan Bai Lo that is at odds with the traditional view of what a restaurant should be.

Chuan Bai Lo must change. The question is how? FMTTM takes a side, and I very much enjoyed its story. I had minor quibbles over business terminology and the acting is merely competent, but everything is forgivable when you’re having fun. And that I did. So, yay!

I’ll flag that it’s a chick-flick —written and directed by women. I swear I did needlework unprompted afterwards! If you’re cooties-averse, this definitely isn’t for you. Otherwise, stellar! Also, Gu Man Ting —one of the show’s triumvirate of leads — is played by Li Chun. . .you know, Chun Li from Street Fighter! I ain’t got no jokes, sorry. Ahh, but Gu Man Ting was the best part of the show. At least, I think so. She’s its emotional core. And since princess-type characters aren’t easy to like, I think the show wouldn’t work with a less likeable actress in the role. Bravo, casting director!

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Light Shop
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Overall 9.5
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Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0

I have no complaints

Light Shop is a masterpiece, thanks to its incredible script and direction. This isn’t just a horror drama—it’s a deeply emotional journey that leaves you questioning everything even after it ends. The twists don’t just surprise you; they leave a heavy feeling in your chest that’s hard to shake off. And the amount of detail and foreshadowing it had was absolutely mind-blowing—every little moment seemed to have a purpose, adding layers to the story that kept you thinking long after it was over.

But what truly makes Light Shop special are the characters. They’re not just there to move the story along—they feel real. You care about them, fear for them, and at times even hate them. (If you know, you know.) The way their stories connect with the shop’s mystery is brilliant. And the acting? It’s so natural, it doesn’t feel like a performance. Every emotion feels raw, and it draws you into their world of fear and fragile hope.

The pacing might be slow, but it’s exactly what makes the show so gripping. It feels like waiting for a storm you know is coming but can’t escape. Every scene builds tension, and when the truth is revealed, it hits like a punch in the gut.

What stays with you are the themes—regret, redemption, and the weight of choices we can’t undo. They creep into your thoughts, making you reflect on your own life without even realizing it. It’s rare for a horror show to make you feel this way, but Light Shop does it so effortlessly.

And then there’s Kang Full. His stories always have an ending in mind, and that’s what makes them unforgettable. After all, if the ending falls flat, what’s the point of everything else?

This isn’t just a show to watch—it’s something you feel, something that lingers with you long after it’s over. It stays in your mind, creeping in when you least expect it. For me, Light Shop is more than a show—it’s art.

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Are You the One
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by GreenL
6 hours ago
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Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
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Surprisingly, the main conflict plot is holding on and yeah, you will fall for this Fujun & Furen

Basically i crawled my way out of drama slump to finish it within this year. That's how determined i am. The good part is i enjoy it. It didn't feel like i forced myself to finish it as if someone put a gun on my head. Well, i already love the characters when i started it a while back yet it's not enough. The plot is always the key for me, among many factor ofc.

Idk whether it's true or not, i heard this drama lost more than 10 eps (that damn regulation) yet they still able to wrap it all neat and clean. I said wrap, the end, not the path since it was a bit rough. From the beginning, we know who is Lu Wen, they don't try hard enough to hide it, it was intended imo. With that alone, it also obvious they'll separate once the cards open. Personally not a fan of hidden identity, hence the reason i put it on hold, and they reeeally took their time. It needs more than halfway to separate the couple which also mark of the new chapter, understandable yet dragging. The reunion and reconciliation aren't force nor ooc, both stay true to their value and work it out together. That's power couple for you.

The main conflict is engaging enough. The villain's motive is acceptable and make sense. All the stuff unravel till the last minute but it's okay, i got it. Especially after i learned about the lost episodes. The main conflict is holding on yet you can see many side characters plot are underdeveloped. I believe second cp has more to offer and needless to say, i want more of our emperor and empress. Shi Xueji is hard not to love character, not only to viewer but also to Liu Yu. It just bound to happen, for his heart to blossom again. Their tacit understanding and silent companionship is perfect palace romance for me. I love it that much. Furthermore, like many others, i, too, wary of Cui Xingdi. This is what happened when you watch enough cdrama to understand some actors is givin certain vibe and Leon Lai is that one. The most obvious is his role is just "too small" and easily passable, plus his filmography isn't helping. Understandable if he listed as guest role but he listed support role. Technically i doubt him till the very end. Turns out, his character is in fact, a villain in the novel. They probably cut many of his scene to fit the max 40 eps.

On a final note, i enjoy this more than i expected. I admit the bar is low since i come without expectation and only curious to see Zhang Wanyi acting for the first time. Still, i devoured it all.

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Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
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Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 10

My all time fav. Mature, light and deep

Actors - the ML looks like he has years of experience in theatre. He is wonderful at capturing emotions and making it look effortless. He is the star of this drama. The FL fits the cheeky role perfectly. It seems like it was written for her. All the supporting characters have a special place in my heart. ❣️

My only problem with the ML's character is that he doesn't have any real character flaw. The FL is written better

Plot - The plot is simple. Its about finding a new life in the Countyside. However, it deals with some very very serious issues like lookism, classism, suicide, insecurity, loss of loved ones, old age problems etc. In a way that doesn't make the drama serious at all but definitely touches your heart deeply.

Chemistry- the male lead has a great Chemistry with no t just the FL but everyone in this drama 😁❣️ and you're gonna love that. The FL's character growth remains my favorite part of the drama.

Overall, its a 10/10 for me.

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Dropped 15/34
Blossom
2 people found this review helpful
7 hours ago
15 of 34 episodes seen
Dropped 0
Overall 6.0
Story 6.5
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 5.5
Rewatch Value 1.0

Extremely unsatisfactory romance. Dragged for no reason.

This could have become the best cdrama of 2024 but it missed the mark...BY A LOT
1) the pacing is bad. The double had similar vibes but great pacing compared to this one. Cdramas are forcing people to drop stop watching by making it more than 20 episodes 15 would be perfect for a thriller and "Reset" is a good example of that.

2) Do the male leads have a good chemistry? Guess I will never know because they haven't explored that properly. This is definitely not for romance lovers. It seemed like an unfulfilled fantasy.

3) There's too many side characters. I have watched 60 eps cdramas as well and when I say there are too many side characters and side stories, it means its very messy.

Overall, it disappointed me and I am dropping it

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Ongoing 1/40
Brocade Odyssey
0 people found this review helpful
7 hours ago
1 of 40 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 6.5
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 1.0

Zhao Xiu Yuan [Face via AI] made it!

Zhao Xiu Yuan [Face via AI] : HAHAHAHA AI Face passes idol drama level acting! Although, I am not sure if Zhang Hao Wei didn't get cancelled that he could do any better with this boring EX character.

Drama is watchable if you enjoy SPECIFIC actors. However put this next to Blossom 九重紫 that's airing right now, it won't compete. From a script, storytelling, characters, couple CP, cinematography, etc etc all fell short. However, if you watch it because you are fan of ML/FL then its enjoyable.

I am big fan of Zheng Ye Cheng. His Peking Opera background makes him a solid choice for these Heroic characters in costume dramas. He doesn't need constant doubles for horseback riding scenes, fight scenes, wire works, walking scenes, kneeling on the ground scenes.... (ahahaha like that 流光引 dude)
So I watch most of his dramas just for him, but he has zero CP w/ all the FLs thus far (expect for the Sleepless Princess).
As great as Tan Song Yun is, the pair just didn't work for me. Again, personal opinion.

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