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i just felt bad for the fl
I am writing this more than 11+ years after this came out, but I still want you to know I watched it with an open mind. I haven't watched the other version, nor am I interested. I think I watched the Korean version, but dropped it because of the male lead. tbh, the male lead in this version is better than the Korean one, but still has no personality or anything that makes him likeable.I think this is based on a manga from the 19's or 2000's, right? So maybe this kind of male lead was in style? idk.
To me, it still feels like the main male lead was emotionless while the female was overflowing with emotions. She is cute tho.
the plot is nothin new, a girl fallings head over heels for a guy, chases him (which is every toxic, and she doesn't respects his space), the boy kisses her (still they are not dating) twice, the boy is dumb, they play around for i think 4-5 years (push and pull), boy decides to marry someone else (had a valid reason i feel), but ditches her last min and marries the female lead.
the end.
The opening and ending songs are cute and sweet.
tbh at first, the female lead was a teenager, so I didn't blame her or the male lead, but I feel like she should have had a personality change made or a maturity change???? i really don't know how to put it into words.
Okay, so in the end, I felt bad for the female lead watching her crush marry someone else must have hurt, but why are you still going after him?
I felt bad for Rin Kun and the male lead fiancée
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Why I Gave This Insanity 9/10
I laughed, I cried, I raged, I scoffed. Look, was this bat shit crazy and at times completely nonsensical?? Absolutley. But it was also compulsively watchable and wholly engaging. One minute you’re screaming “that makes no sense” and the next you’re theorizing on the craziness. This drama never met a trope or genre it didn’t like. Western. Scifi. Action. Fantasty. Drama. Romance. Buddy Cop. Found family. Forced proximity. Fated Mates. Enemies to lovers. Love Triangle. The Quest. Antihero. Damsel in distress (who is a badass in her own right. I said “she is sooo cool!!” outloud multiple times). Enemies join forces. Literally something for everyone. The plot twists would twist and I wouid scream “of course!!” I should’ve seen it all coming, but I didn’t. Because this drama will keep you on your toes. Throw your moral compass and commonsense out the window and just watch it.Was this review helpful to you?
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Not my cup of tea... for now.
The drama was not for me because it dragged on and fell short of what should have been explored more deeply. The misunderstanding between the main couple and its unraveling in their relationship was slow, but the resolution was incredibly quick, based on spoilers I’ve seen.The FL is lied to and mistreated because of her assistant. And the misunderstandings around her, in Seoul, continue for basically the whole show. However, the resolution of the situation is so quick, from what I’ve seen, jumping ahead in the drama. We don’t get to see the assistant face the consequences of her actions, and we don't get to see the redemption of our FL professionally.
I could tell that the drama was going to be good when it came to the unpacking of the emotional scars that the main cast faces. However, I could also tell that the story would close out in an unsatisfying way. for me personally.
Will I try and rewatch? Maybe. I picked this drama up after being in a slump with K-dramas, which could explain my impatience with the story and how it progressed.
So basically, take this review with a grain of salt. lol.
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The story is at its peak of the genre
I love how every characters was delivered. The intensity between ML and also with each of their supporter roles is on spot, I don't think there's something like too early or too delayed. The casting was great. Although, I don't really like the song it's still sound match with the genre, more over for the lyrics.And I have to mention about the poster, I deeply fell in love with it from the first time I saw it.
It's almost been a year, still wish that I could watch it for the first time again.
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Heart felt
Really good . Really good actress.This C-drama is a visual masterpiece with stunning cinematography and intricate costumes. The chemistry between the leads is electric, making the slow-burn romance incredibly rewarding. While the middle episodes drag slightly, the political intrigue and emotional payoff make it a must-watch!"
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it is so important to listen when someday, someone would recommend you to watch this masterpiece
to start off, idk if this is allowed but I'll appreciate a little consideration hehe. so I'm already in the final ep(I'm crying), i just couldn't fathom or what would I do if I actually finished watching this gem😭 i don't know what emotion should I feel by the fact that I'm so late watching this show, and I got so attached that i literally would be so willing to erase my memory by watching this for the first time.I honestly don't know how to start writing a review for this absolute cinema— like after watching that whole 50 azz of episodes, i can't seem to find the right words or emotions to convey my love for this show my mental health would be so pissed off (that is literally deteriorating) that i dared to watch this gae cinema and allat that drama i want to experience it for the first time OVER and OVER AGAIN.
MYGOSHHH after watching a lot of queer/bl dramas, I've never ever seen a character like lan wangji to embody the word 'yearning' TEN TIMES FOLD his longing eyes says it all even without having any physical/intimate contact with wei wuxian FML. I also love how the plot unfolds with most especially between eps 46 until the end of it all... again,I don't know how can i recover after i finish the final episode
Man, in all honesty at this rate I would love to just stuff myself in a luggage at any passenger who has a flight going to China like I just want to feel every places wei ying and lan zhan went to with lil apple and of course their baby bunnies HUHUHU. my fave place among the 4 clans where they resides would be at the clan of Lan in Gusu AHHHH at cloud recesses where it all started, where my parents met, where they first heard each other's voices, where they pictured each other's faces where it is impossible to eradicate in their memory or should I say *pointing at LZ, like WHAT DO U MEAN that this man recognized his other half (even after a decade of not seeing his beloved) just by Wei ying's mere sound of breathing and the way his feet touched the very soil of Earth???!!! Absolutely DIABOLICAL.
OMG I could write more extremely exaggerated review of this show,,, though that "exagg" part I'm babbling about isn't what it actually what you thought of, it's my way of showing how BEAUTIFULLY crafted, actualized, characterized this whole drama was, it tackles almost every issues,bond, ties in a certain part of our lives PLSS tell me that u get itt LOL. then again, i hope you find a time to watch this masterpiece (masterpiece is an understatement) also,fck censorship hehe.
I hope I could get back on this review and add more into it after I finished ep50 after i submit this one.. brooo I'm so closeee... from bawling my eyes out and ripping my clothes bcos i hate that I actually watched the whole thing in just a span of 1 week. I guess bye for now, good luck to anyone who's planning to watch this gut wrenchingly art piece:)))
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the ending??
The show was honestly great for most of its run, with strong characters and emotional moments that really pulled me in. But the ending completely ruined the experience for me. Some of the deaths felt pointless, especially the one with the ponytail, which made no sense and added nothing to the story. The finale also felt rushed and unfinished, like the writers just gave up. Overall, it was a good show, but the ending was extremely disappointing. like what do you mean after 3 months its like nothing happenedWas this review helpful to you?
Why "Boyfriend On Demand" is a 2026 Masterpiece
If you are looking for the ultimate romantic escape, look no further than "Boyfriend On Demand." This series isn't just a drama; it's a cultural phenomenon that has rightfully claimed the #1 spot on Netflix global charts.At the heart of this success is JISOO, who delivers a career-defining performance as Mi-rae. Shaking off her global idol persona, she embodies a witty, relatable, and deeply emotional character with stunning maturity. Whether she is navigating hilarious "contract dating" mishaps or delivering a heart-wrenching breakup scene, JISOO proves she is a formidable actress with incredible range.
The show’s "subscription dating" premise is genius, allowing JISOO to showcase different facets of her charm alongside an elite roster of leading men. Her innocent, nostalgic chemistry with Seo Kang-joon will make your heart flutter, while her intense, sophisticated tension with Seo In-guk is absolutely magnetic.
With its high-fashion aesthetic, dreamlike cinematography, and a soundtrack that stays stuck in your head, the production quality is top-tier. "Boyfriend On Demand" is the perfect blend of humor, visual perfection, and genuine emotion. Don't miss out on the show everyone is talking about in 2026—JISOO is truly in her prime!
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FourEver Bad!
Honestly, is it not time for a revolt against BL series wasting time on drivel? This is one of the most mindless, childish, dumb, cliché-driven, and trope-filled stories I have ever seen. In addition to being one of the more rancidly acted series, mainly because it exposed an incapacity to display the protagonists (as well as other major characters) adroit at growing, thriving, maturing, or even becoming an adult let alone being able to face any type of trauma or drama without completely falling apart or reverting to child-like behaviors. Most acted emotionally as if they were somewhere between 5-to-15-year-olds in bodies that are supposed to be young men. And do not get me started on how infantile, pre-pubescent and frankly non-existent they treated the whole concept of gay relationships.Was this review helpful to you?
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Drama Challenge: Find Bai Yan
I watched this drama because of Bai Yan and finally she got collaboration with Xie Yu Wang and i was baffled when i watched this because Bai Yan presence is more like guest star more than main character and the SFL tends to become Main character. The chemistry between the leads is only based on their looks. The interactions between them in the flashback and reunion scenes between them are reduced for supporting character.The plot was a typical tale of a rich girl and a poor boy reuniting after a breakup, except the child and father are reunited first and instinctively recognize each other. It also includes some tropes about a pre-existing family marriage. The fresh concept is about retro setting.
Xie Yuwang really got soaked in the rain scene, that deserves praise. There are too many scenes these days where actor/actress just spray their hair with a couple of sprays and look dry when the rain scenes.
I was quite disappointed with this drama and wont recommend if you want to see Bai Yan.
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A deep storyline but poor story delivery and execution makes confusion
1. Story : The storyline is indeed deep, the lore is great, a lot of amazing character, faction, and more, but poorly executed with a bad pacing. A lot of people would be confused right from the start even when following the drama im personally still a bit dizzy about some of the thing2. Acting/Cast : An Amazing Cast yes, a good actingv overall especially ML, im amaze of how he always expres his feeling and i can feel it too his love for the FL, but on the contrary i cant feel it in the FL, it feels not genuine of her, feel cringed and forced.
3. Music good, especialy the ending in every episode.
4. Rewatch Value is good, very repeatable with some skippable moment, im even interested in the nove.
Conclusion : Bad start, confusing story line and bad world building, after some episode you would understand and start enjoying it until a couple of ending episode, a very underwhelmed ending, i thought as the story directing us to believe the main would clash in the end with their peak feelings and power but damn, Ml always hurting so much, and FL character is unbearable at times.
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Amazing
It was more than perfect, loved Dylan's top notch acting and tian is best. Story was too good, enjoyed watching the whole series. Big fan of Dylan and all the characters did justice to the story. I hope they kept more of Dylans dramas. Netflix should bring more of Dylans drams as his dramas are always fun to watch ans its reqlly entertaining.Was this review helpful to you?
must watch
Best romcom I have watched, I really liked it , both ml and fl character,side characters, comedy, good from start till end , 2nd couple story was too much I think , I agree after reading the comments, I had to skip them , chinese drama author should know what viewers want ? most of the story for me gets worse in middle , in this one the 2nd couple have too much screen time and their, story wasn't that good and was fastWas this review helpful to you?
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Review may change after watching all the remaining episodes.So far so good.
FML is strong willed and uses her brain really well.
The family bond is also there.
The ML is also intelligent and caring.
The 2 of them communicate well, they share what they think if they feel that there is a problem to avoid misunderstandings.
I hope this will stay true until the end. A little angst is not a problem but let's just hope that they stay in character.
as of ep 10.
update: ep 20 ( I have the same sentiment. )
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SOAP OPERA nonsense is unbearable, but worth it if you like the lads
Love Mechanics?Sounds like a name for some hot pron video, but that is not it. Though cute actors and their play is basically the only merit in both cases, considering how much of the story is not making sense.
HAD TO DROP it after episode 4 because they have expanded the original “En” short story from 2020 into idiotic soap opera drag that grates me to no end. The script writers are using every lame way to stop the plot from moving, and after a random “jump the shark” accident I could not bear it any more.
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The series is using a trope that is not believable at all: drunk people who can still communicate confuse the person whom they love with someone else, which is not a thing in reality. Face recognition is the most reliable neural network in the brain, especially if the love is involved.
What really happens in stories like this is that a drunk person is not drunk enough to be sedated, so he still wants to have fun and does not mind if a person providing it is not the one whom he loves. “I thought it was you, my love” is the lie cheaters come up with when they get caught. (No cheating here, though.)
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