Estrela Cadente (2022)

Very funny Rom-com

I feel like this drama is worth watching and you can make you own opinion on it. I waited for the drama to be fully released and decided to give it a go.

Honestly, I thought the drama was adorable, funny and just easy to watch. My only issue, ironically is the title, I don't like asterisks as "stars" because in American culture it's read as a curse word, but that's my personal opinion.

I love Lee Sung Kyung in Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo and she as always delivers. I love her long hair, awesome style and witty performance in this one. She had the perfect chemistry against the male lead and I couldn't imagine any other FL than her.

The banter between the leads is the best part of the drama. I love the cute hate to love troupe and I gobbled it up. The second and 3rd couples were cute on their own, although I felt like one of them was lacking in the chemistry department, but that is okay because the show is about the main leads.

Overall, I didn't find any issues in this drama. It was a true rom-com K drama that lives up to the expectations of a rom-com lover myself.

Leia Mais

I liked this

I just really liked this drama. In my opinion, it was so sweet and enjoyable. I laughed out loud a few times, I cried more than I expected to, and although I didn't think the male lead was overly handsome, I did swoon over his model pics a few times, 'cause sheesh! LOL. I appreciated that it didn't have a bunch, if any (for me), of cringe moments. I appreciated the support that the characters gave each other. There were moments that the plot line of some characters surprised me, and there were others that were predictable, and I was ok with them all.

This drama touched on some issues but it didn't shove them in your face, which I liked. Some issues got wrapped a little too neatly, but it's a drama, and if I wanted real life, I wouldn't bother watching a K-drama series.

I generally don't rewatch many dramas, but there is a definite possibility that I may actually rewatch this in the future.

Leia Mais

Surprising Good Series

Shooting Stars is a very surprising series and get to see lovable acting,

A rom-com well produced by the entire staff, kudos to the writer in composing and the director in translating what the writer wants to convey.

Acting,
Lee Sung Kyung is natural, got to love her putting the character in this series, i didn't see a model Lee Sung Kyung, it is oh hyan byul in the screen, Park so Jin seldomly can be seen in rom-com, this series fits her character, Lee Si Woo and Jin Ho Eun fits the crazy young couple, everyone portraited the characters in a production staff environment in an entertainment industry behind the camera.

Music
Can't go wrong with the main ost, it can be played anywhere perfect ost

definitely a rewatch recommendation if you want to laugh

All in All
a very surprising series

Leia Mais

PR, Stars, and Awkward Plot Twists: A Rom-Com Rollercoaster!

Running an entertainment business is no easy feat, and managing artists adds another layer of complexity despite the outward glamour. This romantic comedy follows the head of the PR team and her relationship with the company's top star. The drama masterfully balances engaging and humorous moments with some frustrating and irritating segments.

What's Working:

Main Couple: Lee Sung Kyung and Kim Young Dae deliver strong performances with excellent chemistry. Their early antagonistic interactions are particularly enjoyable.

Side Couples: The pairing of Park So Jin and Lee Jung Shin as the no-nonsense duo stands out among the two side couples.

Cameos: Numerous funny appearances from various famous actors and actresses. Both Kim Seul Gi and Song Ji Hyo were scene-stealers, their performances exceptionally humorous.

What's Not Working:

Geography Idiot: The Africa plot was extremely ignorant and equally offensive.

Uneven Plot Distribution: The drama starts light and fun, but the middle is marred by the sudden appearance of creepy anti-fans, abruptly shifting the mood. Towards the end, it gets sad and heavy with the "mom trying to reconnect" subplot.

Weak-willed Male Lead: The male lead became way too weak. It would be nice if he could man up a little to face his demons.

Overall is a mixed bag that offers both delightful and frustrating moments. While the chemistry between the main couple and the humorous cameos are highlights, the uneven plot and problematic elements detract from the overall experience. Nonetheless, it’s worth a watch for fans of romantic comedies who enjoy a blend of humor and drama.

Leia Mais

Quickest drama I had, I need season 2!!!!!

I truly never thought i will actually like this drama so much, this drama had a reaaaally nice pairing, and some unexpected pairings I never thought they will end up together. I thought I would never like this drama since their background is a celebrity-worker-kind of- relationship, but I end up finishing the whole thing in 2 days...

At first, they only pictured a whole platonic relationship between Taesung and Hanbyul and it was very nice to watch. I had a really good laugh during the whole episodes. And the three girls' (Hanbyul, Hoyoung, and Gibeum) love story were shown through every episodes too, so I didn't feel bored at all. I also love Suhyeok and Taesung's chemistry, I really need an episode only telling us about their funny chemistry.

Though, I was pretty confused by which and which because there was too much new people appearing in the first episode so i wasnt really sure who's who, i even mistook Mingyu for Jaehyun, I really thought he was a antagonist for a few episodes because they kinda look alike.

I had a short good cry with this drama when things were getting so chaotic. The sad feeling that Kim Young Dae expressed in Gong Taesung's character made me felt like I was the one who's suffering at that moment. Even though things were getting very tough, I enjoyed the whole series so far.

Also, did Hanbyul left Starforce? It's a question I'm curious about...

Leia Mais

Mainly it was talking too much about entertainment industry and the chaos problems that face stars and can change their lives into hell because of insane characters who can release just a rumor without any base
Koreans really can destroy any person with lying rumors and gossiping
They can force him to suicide without any regret and there wasn't a firm law to punish them

It had an important message

The first half was talking mainly about this issue
The second half was talking about relationships and romance which I liked more

I loved the 3 main couples so much
Specially the second one
Yoo sung and ho yeong

I dislike the 4th young married couple
their acting were under zero

I loved Shi deok so much I wished he wasn't in one side love

The drama had happy ending for all couples except Shi deok

It was nice and heart warming

Leia Mais

Trigger Warning

This show is really good, but I wanted to come here and give a trigger warning for anyone else who might need it, as I know that I would've liked to have known about this sooner: episodes 13 and 14 deal heavily with the suicide of a celebrity character. It's not necessarily a spoiler as it's something that was hinted at earlier in the show, but these episodes really dive into that event.

If needed, in my opinion, you can definitely skip through the scenes that go into it a lot. As long as you know the gist, the plot still stands and you'll be fine just watching the other scenes.

I know that I wasn't emotionally prepared to watch these scenes after recent events, so I hope that this comment can help anyone else out there in my situation.

Leia Mais

It is secret crush in disguise.

As I've watched until episode 8, I find the storyline is very interesting and easy to follow.

Both ML and FL actually fall in love at their first sight, but too young to realize that. FL realize her feelings first. And they has been secretly crushing for each other. However, the stupid ML is quite dense of his own feelings, only able to admit that he like her from so long time ago, when he sense there's another person who is interested to FL. But, I really like how the script is written, and the side characters for this drama. I will continue to observe on how the drama will develop their story and update a better review here.

Leia Mais

Not Sure What This Was Trying To Be

There are times when you come across a something that may not be overly original or top quality but it really finds a place in your heart. Sadly though for me this wasn’t it.

I’m not going to make out that this was the worst thing ever on television as honestly I’ve seen my fair share of good and bad productions. In fact I liked the setup and our main cast was certainly decent too. My biggest problem was probably the actual storyline and execution. It was slow to kick off, ( let’s not even get into that particular controversy at the beginning which really divided opinions on the show) overly predictable and generic with some of the tropes and characters and while I’m a sucker for a good rom-com it was hard for me to really feel as though there was something actually going on between the main leads.

Overall thoughts? I don’t think this is a bad on per say but this isn’t for me. It doesn’t really have that spark which makes it feel bubbly or nostalgic. I might try to pick this one back up but for now I’m moving on to other shows.

Leia Mais

Cute but all-over-the-place plot

Really excited to watch this drama after seeing the cast lists and it has my favorite Kdrama actors/actresses. I tried to follow the 3 episode rule and im struggling to continue after Ep 1 since the plot is messy. Episode 2 was good since there was the Romantic Comedy that the audiences wanted to see, and we learn the past of the ML and Lee Sung Kyung. The side characters are kinda forgettable and no one stood out for me, I'm watching for only the romance of the main pair. Music, acting, and editing is good i guess.

I feel like the kdrama has too much side plots for the extra characters, its hard to follow.. The comedy reminds me of Waikiki for the Korean slapstick comedy and dialogue, its a strong part in the drama. Romance is also good with the main pair. I recommend this drama if you like the casts here or want another Romcom drama.

Leia Mais

très bonne histoire

le scénario et le jeu d'acteurs est très très bon je recommande ce Drama
très plaisant a regardé
j'adore le couple principal très harmonieux et ils vont bien ensemble
j'attends la suite de l'histoire avec impatiente
je trouve que les auteurs déroulent l'histoire intelligemment du coup cela devient addictif et on a envie de voir la suite dommage que l'on doive attendre une semaine entre les épisodes
c'est trop long j'aurais aimé les voir à la suite
par contre dès fois entre les scènes c'est un peu chaotique du coup j'ai revue deux fois les épisodes pour comprendre ce que les auteurs voulaient que l'on voit il manque peut être une simple et bonne transition entre les deux pour que cela soit plus compréhensible

Leia Mais

One big bowl of Everything

The drama is likeable for great comic timing of the actors, especially Lee Sung Kyung and interesting premise based in the entertainment industry focusing on a star and everyone working hard to make that star shine. But even with trappings of a great drama, it feels a bit messed up.

The drama cooks up various sub plots but fails to convincingly conclude anyone of them. Kim Young Dae is admirable, so is everyone in the support cast. The show does brings out some laughs and has that element of fluffy romance. It can be considered as a good filler watch after something intense, but that is all it is.

The inability of the story to evoke deeper emotions in a viewer because of of multiple storyline tropes with fizzled endings is the biggest culprit why this drama seem so haphazard.

The whole cast is definitely wholesome and likeable but there is only so much good actors can do for a weak story. The production quality is alright, nothing extra ordinary . That one song from the OST is really good and has the ear bug kind of quality.

The show has a very low re watch value but can be watched once at the very least.

Leia Mais