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Story

King the Land (2023) is a South Korean romantic comedy that takes viewers on a whirlwind journey through the luxurious world of hospitality. Starring Lee Jun-ho as the arrogant heir Gu Won and Im Yoon-ah as the ever-smiling hotelier Cheon Sa-rang, the series offers a delightful blend of enemies-to-lovers romance, corporate intrigue, and heartwarming moments.

Here's a breakdown of the key aspects of the film:

Plot: Gu Won, thrust into an inheritance battle within his family's hotel empire, clashes with the dedicated Sa-rang, whose infectious smile he finds irritating. As they navigate their opposing personalities and work together, their initial animosity gradually melts away, paving the way for romance and personal growth.

Characters: Lee Jun-ho delivers a charismatic performance as the initially cold and aloof Gu Won, showcasing his character's vulnerability and hidden warmth as the story progresses. Im Yoon-ah shines as the optimistic and resilient Sa-rang, bringing depth and emotional weight to her portrayal. The supporting cast also adds layers to the narrative, providing humor and intrigue.

Romance: The enemies-to-lovers trope is executed well, with the initial bickering and misunderstandings leading to a natural and believable romantic development. The chemistry between the leads is undeniable, making their emotional journey all the more engaging.

Humor: The series balances its romantic elements with witty dialogue and comedic situations. Gu Won's uptight demeanor often clashes with Sa-rang's sunny disposition, creating humorous moments that lighten the mood.

Heartwarming Moments: Despite its comedic elements, King the Land also packs an emotional punch. The characters face personal challenges and learn valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and the importance of human connection.

Overall: King the Land is a charming and entertaining rom-com that offers more than just lighthearted fun. With its engaging characters, well-developed romance, and blend of humor and heart, the series is sure to leave viewers feeling warm and satisfied.

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Some good, a lot of bleh

This is one of those shows that hook you in the beginning, only to end of nowhere with the story. I'm not gonna lie, the last 6 episodes I only had on in the background as white noise, just so I could say that I finished it. Which is a shame because I genuinely really liked the first couple of episodes. The characters seemed interesting, they had good chemistry and it just seemed like a simple and fun k-drama. However about half way through, the plot takes a bit of a turn and just turned into a boring nothing story. It seemed so forced and like the writers didn't have any idea how to make the story interesting anymore. I wished that they had instead focused more on Yoon Ahs character and built the relationship more slowly, instead of rushing it.
Don't get me wrong though, I mostly enjoyed the drama and could see the appeal for it. If you just wanna see pretty people fall in love in a simple, light-hearted k-drama you will probably enjoy it. I though the cast did a serviceable job with the relatively flat storyline they had to work with.

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¿Pueden ser pareja en la vida real, por favor?

¿Pueden ser pareja Jun Ho y Yoon Ah en la vida real?.
Romcom bonito y nada toxico. Jun Ho interpreta un papel de un protagonista que resuelve, todos los problemas los resuelve de una manera esplendida, no dejando paso a los malentendidos ni nada. ¿Hombres que resuelven? Si, gracias.
Tanto Yoon Ah como Jun Ho tienen una química que flipas, las escenas de los besos.... aaaaaaa. Ambos actuan muy bien, es la primera vez que les veo en doramas y me han gustado mucho, seguiré sus futuros trabajos.
Y para toda la gente que se queja de este romcom, hay veces que lo que una chica busca no es una historia complicada sino un romance donde el chico se enamore primero y mas fuerte y si es rico pero tiene dos dedos de frente mejor que mejor.

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Just your regular romcom but better

King the land is a genuinely good drama.
It doesn't have a very out of the box storyline or unexpected twists and turns but it delivers what it promised.
The story is pretty ordinary and cliche but at the same time, like, set in a hotel, that makes it different??? idk.
Tbh it's a light and fluffy drama with very minor ups and downs. I don't get why so many people did not like it.
Honestly I would have absolutely loved it if it was a bit shorter (like 12 episodes or smthn) because the communication between the main leads was strong and they didn't really have any obstacles or anything to figure out or smthn so it did feel a little dragged at the end.
It was literally perfect till like the 12th 13th episode but after that I did skip through the episodes ngl.
But still it's a nice watch for something sweet and cute. Plus we get jun ho and yoona as eye candies ( I think that's also a great reason to watch it hehe)
All in all really did enjoy this one.
P.S.: Okay but the friendships here-----to die for istg >>

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Respect Your Employee And Customer

In this K-Drama series, we can learn how to respect our colleagues, employees, and customers when we have or are working in the company. In this story, King of the Land is a VVIP business lounge, a paradise catering to wealthy hoteliers. It is owned by The King Group, with hotels, distribution companies, and an airline in its portfolio. The main character who didn't know anything had to learn from the low-level employee. On the first day, He see how his underling are playing their role. No one in there knows who is when first came into the office. After seeing his underling have a bad attitude, He shows his true identity and everyone is shocked. But in the middle of the journey, there is a backstory where He's traumatized with the fake smile which the hotel rules are they must serve everyone with a smile. Then there is a female lead who's a hard worker and has a bright smile. She has a dream of working on the King Hotel. Then She's getting hired and working at the King Hotel. Then when they meet together, that's where their journey begins.

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It had its moments

I started this drama in December 2023 and have only just finished it in November 2024. The reason it took me almost a year to finish this, is because despite its strong start, it was painfully boring in the middle and dragged on too much. I'd actually decided to drop it on ep 12 after suffering through 3-4 eps and finally giving up, but yesterday I suddenly felt like finishing it, and although the last 4 eps were nothing special, they were decent enough and I got through them.
Now as much as the story was a let down after ep 8 imo, the two leads are so, so well casted and adorable and I love them together. She is so sweet and admirable and he is brilliant and had good character development. It's a lovely story, albeit one that drags on a bit but with two leads who I was rooting for the whole time and who I loved to see interact with each other. Although I initially dropped this, I'm actually quite glad I finished it! The soundtrack was really lovely too!

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I really enjoyed this drama for its simplicity and fun. It didn't try to trick you or throw a curve ball your way it just was an enjoyable love story between two people. I was grinning pretty often while watching the two main characters interact. It was also enjoyable to see the ML's visible growth throughout the series as a person. The setting being in a hotel was also a personal favorite of mine. If you have ever worked in the service industry a few topics are covered that really hit home. Honestly there isn't very much to say. If you are looking for a lighthearted romcom with no extra frills I think this is a great choice to check out. Sometimes that's what we all need something lighthearted to make us smile.

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sweet, delight, fun…

I have to say it clearly: I constantly find myself returning to a certain series. This is my safe space. It’s classic in every way but also has its own unique charm.

We all love rom-coms. Yes, of course it's nice to watch special productions, interesting plots, and big-budget shows, but don’t we sometimes need something that relaxes us, makes us laugh, and doesn’t upset us?

Sure, we do! And this K-drama is one of those. It consistently brings a smile to my face. Ah, how I love the sweet moments!

It follows the classic story of a CEO and an employee that we all know. However, Junho really makes this story special. He fits the CEO role perfectly, and with his voice and face, he is undeniably attractive. Watching him makes the whole series incredibly appealing.

I can never understand the negative comments. The chemistry between the main characters is fantastic, and the development of their love story is realistic and beautiful. Why isn’t it liked? Is it because there aren't constant misunderstandings and fights?
Of course, it's not groundbreaking or original, but it adds a sweet twist to a familiar story. The plot isn't complex for us; there are plenty of cute and charming moments between the two leads. In fact, the sexual tension between them is quite palpable. What’s wrong with a couple that understands, supports, and loves each other unconditionally?

Episodes 1 to 5 were definitely my favorites. In most K-dramas, even when the characters are clear about their feelings, they still doubt them. I never understand that and always find it silly. In this series, you don’t have to wait for a ton of episodes to feel the love. The male lead is confident, and the woman he loves reciprocates that trust with the same assurance.

I also enjoyed the side characters’ storylines. They were always supportive and genuine, which was lovely to see. I watched it with a constant smile on my face because of its fun story, and I found it quite funny too—I laughed out loud quite a bit!

The male character is always supportive and kind. Oh, he even asked for the woman’s permission for that first little kiss! And it wasn’t one of those cringe-worthy first kisses, lol.


In short, it started beautifully, had its ups and downs, and ultimately gave us a lovely ending.


I definitely recommend you watch it!

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a romcom for the ages… or something more?

Coherently marketed as a romcom, the show definitely did its part to make sure to fulfil that aspect. The cinematography was beautifully portrayed and the romance, I feel, was very maturely shown.

I was afraid they would drop the whole she-smiles-a-lot-he-hates-fake-smiles timeline but I was glad they pulled it out as much as possible. The drama was very wholesome in the way that both Gu Won and Cheon Sarang went through so much self-realisation because of each other, and how even the side characters were able to have resolved endings. I just hoped we were shown a little bit more about Sarang and her friends, Daeul and Pyeonghwa, and how they became friends and any nostalgic memories from then.

One thing I would have to nitpick though, (even though this is a romcom, nothing else) is that even though I absolutely adore some simplicity in plot in contrary to some of the fast-paced thrillers I usually watch, the lack of pace for most of the occurrences in the drama made it almost too strenuous to wait another week to know what happens next, especially when the "plot twists" are predictable, and I almost felt 0 drive, in some weeks, to watch the episodes when they were out during the weekend. I can comfortably say that Won and Sarang definitely carried the entire show for me, personally.

The side "points of conflict", namely Gu Hwaran, Won's step-sister, felt a little underwhelming and annoying for the most part (which I get is the point as she's technically the antagonist of the show, even though she is snapped back to her senses by the end) - and the subplot about Won's mother didn't intrigue me as much as I thought it did, mainly because I predicted that was the case - I just hoped the points of conflict actually steered the plot aside for a moment so that the viewers could get a break from the rosy lifestyles they seemed to be having throughout the show, but that's just me being negative nancy about it again :)

The story focused mainly on the character and relationship development of our two leads, which is definitely nice, and is obviously the selling point of a romantic comedy. Needless to say, it was a brilliant watch nonetheless, a pretty drama with blossoming romance and just pure happiness. If you're in pursuit of a semi-laidback romcom with memorable scenes and overflowing chemistry, then this one is definitely for you!

The OST album is also one of my favourite complete albums from a k-drama, My favourites being Perhaps Love by MINSEO and Confess To You by Lim Kim!!! All the songs are memorable to the point that you find yourself humming along whenever any of them come up in the actual drama!

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This drama was a perfect rom-com which is rarely made.

Its such a fun and romantic drama and the OST is soo good too
Highly recommended!
Trust me all the people who love pure romantic comedy, this drama is for you. Its so beautiful. The leads have awesome chemistry their love almost looks real. The emotions are potrayed in such an excellent manner that you can feel them from your heart. Also their smile is so infectious it brings a smile to your face.

This drama has low ratings only because of Arab culture controversy but I believe they really did not mean to hurt the sentiments of anybody, they just wanted to add another funny scene to the drama.

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