I love myself fluffy girly romance thing like this...:)
It's funny & cute (GEORGEOUS drawings at each episode opening), all episodes have funny "epilogues"... The only problems are exactly the same like in 'Noble, My Love'.While I appreciate that they kept the funny male secretary from 'Noble', I'm having the same problems. Firstly, I don't like Sung Hoon (the girl is cute, cuter than most korean female leads). Secondly, I don't even like the kind of main character that he portrays. Again, it's a rich guy who has to gradually blackmail the main girl into being his gf.
The 1st episode is skippable until they hook up in the car, then the proper fun starts. She then meets him again, meets the funny male asistant... But then, it's all about him being her overbearing boss. That's kind of uncomfortable. I didn't like when the lead girl was constantly strained by his demands, while he was actually making a move on her (just because they once met years ago?). It was all so artificial. While the guy she SHOULD really get close to by now naturally (the one from the book store/cafe) got completely side-lined (friend-zoned).
Basically, what I didn't like was: Sung Hoon, Sung Hoon's haircut, his male character who after a one-night-stand acted morelike girls act after them, and also the fact that he became her boss. (Throughout the romance drama, she keeps calling him "director"... idiotic.)
What I liked: It was funny, it was cute, nobody was a virgin or sexually clueless, no one fake/stiff kissed (well, mostly) and nobody yelled on the top of their lungs just during regular conversation (mostly). Wow, k-dramas seem to have improved, lol.
Some moments are SO goofy. Like the kiddie playground in epi 9... I really did regret that I didn't like Sung Hoon. It would be perfect if I did:-) Epi 9/13 main guy also makes his confession. It's not very believable one even for a dramaland. I can't help it: I am used to seeing that after the two characters get to know each other, spend time together, go through things together, they get closer, and relationship develops. This drama, we are supposed to believe that after two random strangers spend a couple of moments together and then don't see each other for years, relationship develops. Why not, right? As long as it's cute... Which brings me back to the problem that Sung Hoon is not my type of eye candy. Else I might enjoy this more. Either way, when his main guy misunderstands that he's got a kid, he embraces it immediatelly, which is really sweet. When the girl left though, I didn't feel sorry for the guy. He LET her leave.
The viewer should be in understanding with the fact that k-dramas ALWAYS tend to overdrag, so this one, having 13 episodes only and not 16, means it REALLY had no other plot or reason for further angst, lol. Last 3 episodes, even the "epilogues" went draggy... We watch scenes like: Main Girl & Main Guy Both Travel On The Same Street But Fail To Notice One Another, And Therefore Fail To Meet. On one hand, this was draggy, but the truth also was that I even didn't particularly mind it that they didn't meet, lol. (And I'll let you guess if such scene then also gets "epilogued".) Then, there's like 1 minute with the funny male assistant... Nice. This is why I rated 'Noble, My Love' 9 stars, though it was basically similar: TIME SAVING, lol.
Near the end, among flashback scenes providing the runtime filler (like, you don't even need to go on youtube to watch this show's MVs, those are already included), they end up at the same place in the same car and that oddly reminded me of another k-drama called 'Witch's Romance', where the couple also had 1 great moment in the beginning and then after many episodes of suffering we watched an actual repeat of that scene. I didn't give that show very high rating... I know wievers were supposed to find the reminiscing montage moving, but something nasty in me wished for the girl to REPEAT her previous behavior, then:) Meaning, leave the car before the guy wakes up and not contact him for years. Who cares about the happy ending, LOL. But, we do get happy ending, and it's like 58 minutes long, so my rating is still generous, considering.
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This is show exactly what it meant to be
I was expecting lightweight romcom to binge watch and got exactly what i wanted. This is the type of show where you just want to chill in your sofa not thinking much about what you are watching and just enjoying some silly romantic comedy with beautiful actors. Is it deep? Nah. Is it toughts provoking? Not at all. Is it funny and romantic? Hell yeah. And thats all it matters. The chemistry between characters was great (even though the first close "encounter" could be somewhere else somewhere more romantic and memorable) and their bickering was just cute and funny.The ML at the first was punchable spoiled kid but he actually turned out pretty good.
Idk what else to say. This is just not something you tear to peaces in a review. Its like when you go to some unknown fastfood where they serve something ordinary. You know what you are getting upfront and if its not awful there is no point to complain about it but you do feel good if its good. After all this is not some fancy restaurant where you expect complex and maybe unexpected flavours, its just a fastfood. And luckily a good one in my opinion
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Without being too heavy, this series allows for a mental break for a relaxing evening
If you're looking for a series that can entertain you without taking up too much mental space, this one is definitely a solid choice for a relaxing evening.It's not the ultimate drama, but it's definitely a good experience. I agree that there are flaws, but honestly, it's just a drama to watch in chill mode. I really enjoyed the story, even though it dragged on towards the end. The music is beautiful, and the actors are pretty good. There are some beautiful shots of the ocean, the couple, and the city.
The drama is based on romance, and personally, it's perfect for a relaxing night on the couch. If you don't know what to watch after finishing a long and gripping drama, you can definitely check this one out. It's nice, but not exceptional.
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CUTE ROM-COM!
Unlike the negative comments here, I have come up with the positive review. When it was released, it was quite hyped at that time and I watched it ongoing. I loved it alot. It's romance part is sizzling with chemistry, the ost was sweet and in my playlist. Good music choice.Sunghoon can portray indifferent CEO roles very well and comedic at the same time. The fl was a simple girl with complicated family which led her engage in a one night stand. Years later they meet again as employee and employer. It's a simple cliche story with good execution. Many might not like it and feel stretchy but rather than binge watching, I will suggest to give time in between and watch it with an open mind. It's a cute rom com which will not disappoint you. However, if you're not a fan of rom coms or cliche plots, this might not be your cup of tea.
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But anyway, this is my second time watching this drama and I am still thrilled by the story and romance.
I keep seeing videos of this drama and I miss their OSTs.
If you like to watch a fast-simple yet attractive and easy show, I really recommend this drama.
I finished it in one day (because I have other dramas that I have not yet finished T.T) and the ending made me sad..cuz IT'S THE END. Who doesn't cry In the end?
This drama is mostly rom-com... and I like how the kiss scenes are right there. LMAO.
I was kinda scared to watch this show because it's a small series, but I like it now because it's fast... at some ep it may be a bit slow.. but overall it flows.
The cast was amazing, I wish I can see them on their future roles.
Song Ji Eun is SOOO cuteee and when I searched up her age... I was shook. I wish I can still look young while my age is growing. The way she portrayed her character is astonishing. Her figure and such really matches her character in this drama.
Sung Hoon was of course 100% AMAZING. no cap. I wish i can see More of his abs hehe. Anyways I like his arrogant, bitchy look but is really a simple and nice person on the inside. I hope I can see him more on diff roles rather than just being the CEO or Manager in dramas. I like to see his normal outfits without any suits n such.
Kim Jae Young tho!! Ugh!! the Second lead-syndrome. T.T But I like how his ending turned out.. <3
For their first encounter, that was a really unique and mess up (in a good way) introduction. And they way they felt for eachother.
Anyways, I love this drama which is why I watched it for the second time.
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Perfect fluffy romance piece
I was ready to dislike this drama, but find myself absolutely enchanted by it. I realize this isn't a serious piece nor is it the most stellar acting from the cast, but I think they all work well together to create an enjoyable drama that I personally have watched over and over again.The chemistry between the leads makes it easy to watch their every interaction and I'm a sucker for any drama where the male is a bit of an arrogant ass who is overcome by his feelings for the female lead. I realize the FL in this is naive beyond belief, but somehow this never in any way minimizes my viewing pleasure.
This seriously is my go-to drama for anytime I'm overwhelmed by some of the more probing and "deeper" dramas. I feel so grateful to have discovered it.
I know I've read many reviews here and on YouTube pleading that this pairing be given another opportunity to act together. I'm not sure how likely this is after so many years have passed, but I know I'd love to see another romance between them.
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I found the synergy between both lead roles to be bland. Not the fault of their acting. They were just missing the ZING in the characterization. But whoa, I love the scenes were Bang Sung-Hoon wore lesser clothing. A total eye-candy.
Wished there was more.
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I'm going to give this show a 10 on my review just because I can ;-)
For me, this show is a solid 8.5 stars.I loved it back when I watched it and enjoyed a rewatch even afterwards a few months back.
HOWEVER, I'm going to give this show a 10 on my review just because I can and because I don't think the show deserves the hate & low rating it's getting. Makes me think there is a "reason" people are trashing and they're only saying the show sucks to justify whatever their agenda is. I (of course) could be reading too much into it as well. Either way... this show is good enough not to be dog-piled on.
Enjoy a light, not-to-serious romcom now and then with~
A sexy, rich ML?
A fun, interesting FL?
Fabulous side characters & gorgeous/fun 2nd ML?
Slightly complicated family dynamics?
Decent chemistry between leads? + hot kisses/scenes?
LOL worthy moments littered throughout the show?
Something to watch while you turn off your brain from over thinking and over analyzing and to just ENJOY A FREAKING FEEL-GOOD SHOW FOR ONCE???
This is the show for you. :)
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Tenía potencial, pero... meh
La historia comienza cuando el mujeriego heredero de una importante empresa y una chica joven y soltera tienen una aventura de una noche... Lo que pasa es que ella desaparece al día siguiente, cosa que a él le molesta mucho.Tres años después, vuelven a encontrarse, ya que la prota comienza a trabajar en la empresa de él (que ahora es un adicto al trabajo y dejó las fiestas).
¿Alguien dijo "el dorama más cliché de los últimos años? Porque es literalmente eso. Desde el empresario rico y la empleada de clase media/baja, hasta las escenas y los recursos utilizados... Todo ya se vio mil veces en otras series.
Ojo, no es que sea malísima, pero tampoco destaca. Es una más del montón, y dentro de las "comedias románticas" hay opciones mucho mejores. Sugiero guardar esta para cuando ya no sepan qué ver, o para cuando quieran ver algo rápido a lo que no haya que prestarle mucha atención (son solo 14 capítulos y duran menos de una hora c/u).
Al principio me sorprendió para bien, ya que me impresionó que mostraran una "aventura de una noche" de forma tan explícita, pero la verdad es que después ni ese tema me terminó de gustar cómo lo llevaron.
Sobre el desarrollo no hay mucho que decir, es más o menos lo que se imaginan: El protagonista abusando de su poder como empleador para estar siempre cerca de ella (y molestarla en el proceso) y la protagonista siendo una boluda la mayor parte del tiempo. O sea, mucho tira y afloja entre los personajes principales.
Igual, curiosamente, el prota masculino no me terminó de desagradar por completo, era más meh que otra cosa... Eso sí, avanzaba un paso y retrocedía tres.
Sobre los personajes secundarios solo voy a decir tres cosas: El mejor amigo de ella era el único coherente, la chica enamorada del prota está loca y los demás podían ser reemplazados por plantas (aunque una relación que se da entre ellos sí me gustó).
Tiene partes divertidas, en general no aburre y los besos son buenísimos, pero algunos temas no me gustó cómo los trataron (el trabajo de la madre de ella, por ejp).
En fin, meh.
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A realistic modern day drama...
A beautiful take on a realistic modern day love story. Although most of the actors were new to me, they did manage to give justice to the role. It is realistic to a point, short, sweet and simple. No blood, no death, no evil.The characters were portrayed flawed, adding a little bit more charm to the show. ML owns his world but still longs for love. He has a dominant character, but never cruel. Oh and he hates being left behind. FL is loved by her family but still is peppered with insecurities. She's a straight laced girl with dreams of being a nutritionist. This was mainly because she didn't want to be branded as an easy girl. The love triangle on both sides of ML and FL were non life threatening nor vindictive. Even if their parents were far from being perfect, in their own way, they love their children very much.
Then they met and the magic begun. Their journey to falling in love was sweet, almost innocent like. At the latter part of the show, the mom of FL raised a really good question: Why does it matter how love started? Why does it matter if it's a one night stand or even two? The right thing to do, is to be responsible for your actions. If you love him/her then go get him/her.
The beautiful scenes, the meaningful message of the show plus the music, binds everything together.
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One night to happy life
What can be better than a lovely drama with Sung Hoon? One-night-stand with him in the drama! Oh yeees 😈 till today's day I didn't know that something like that can happen in korean dramas but seems it can 😵 The show started off strong and hooked me hard from first to 14th episode.My Secret Romance is one of those dramas that you don't want to break away from and return to the gray everyday world. It is sweet and light breath of fresh air! I absolutely loved the storyline which was rather simple and straightforward what was a nice change after The Sword and the Brocade where a loooot was happening 😅 Moreover, there was no conspiracies here, evil plots or in-laws, sudden murders or weird childhood connections.
It definitely could have been longer but it didn't take away much from its quality therefore I could totally recommend to watch it. Would I see it again someday? Sure, why not ^^ It's like Bridget Jones Diary, you can watch it any time😁
You can find this one and more reviews of kdramas on my blog: https://my-asian-dramas.blogspot.com/2021/05/my-secret-romance.html
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But I think Song Ji-Eun, who was Lee Yoo-mi in the show was really innocent, she really portrayed the like really innocent look in this drama. Like a girl who just sometimes was a little oblivious at times.
But, I mean Sung Hoon, was really good looking in this show, so I can't complain too much! -
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