The Dramasology Podcast

175. Love Story in the 1970s - My 60s chinese novels coming to life!

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

I have watched tons of Chinese novels about this time period so it was nice to see an actual adaptation that crystallized the era for me

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174. In Your Radiant Season Ep 1-5 - A cozy healing drama, like the warm sun on a spring day

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0400

I always love dramas where characters are good even if complex, and this drama is one of them. I love watching characters heal and grow into themselves. This drama reminds me a lot of My Youth and Hospital Playlist because these dramas show you how beautiful human connection can be, even with people that are not family but grow to care and love like one.

173. Pursuit of Jade (Zhu Yu) Ep 1-10 First Impressions - No one plays obsessed better than Zhang Ling He

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Tian Xi Wei and Zhang Ling He have all my attention in this. Honestly, I expect nothing less of the director of Blossom and Butterflied Lover. I can't wait till Xie Zheng becomes actually obsessed. No one plays an obsessed Xie better than Zhang Ling He. Currently, I have two nickels~~

172. Siren's Kiss Ep 1-2 First Impressions - I love me a femme fatale with secrets

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0500

Park Min-young is back as a femme fatale and I'm seated. This is an interesting drama and I'm looking forward to what secrets she's keeping.

171. Duang With You Ep 1-4 - Super sweet super light college bl drama

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

This is a super light hearted college romance drama, and yet the drama is able to give you likable characters that you want to keep watching. Its not my favorite kind of drama but its surprisingly so sweet to watch. I even came out rooting for Tong and Pae to be a thing... if we ignore the catfishing...

170. How Dare You?! Ep 1-23 - Story within a story...within a story? Talk about Meta

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

You know I love me a transmigration story. This has been an engaging watch so far. An instant fav!

169. My Romance Scammer Ep 1-2 First Impression - Tim and Yu will shed premium tears

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:00:00 -0500

But there has to have been a better way to scam someone than marrying them Like, all the extra that Tim is doing is unnecessary lol. The way I am scared for when Pai finds out....

168. Affinity - The Second Couple Stole The Show For Me

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

The second couple, Si Yuan and Li Xiang gave me everything I was looking for, despite their limited screen time. I'm a sucker for a "villain falls in love but won't admit it" trope, so this was everything. Si Yuan makes a bond out of pure necessity and physical attraction to someone he deems beneath him. Yet, he cannot help but care for her despite his efforts not to. The chemistry? Off the charts. The denial? Torture in the best way. Instant fave!

167. Fourever You 2: Beside the Sky - An absolutely beautiful story about healing, love and friendship.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:00:00 -0500

Very rarely does a Season 2 surpass its prequel but Tonfah and Typhoon's story in Fourever You 2: Beside the Sky has managed to do just that. This is one drama that has managed to tug at my heart strings and leave me desperately wanting more. Typhoon is my baby and I would go to war for him!

166. Countdown to Yes Ep 1 First Impressions - Another lovely BL

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0500

I have soft spot for Japanese drama because of how the stick to the original work, and the way they are able make random everyday life interesting. Countdown to Yes is another one that fits this bill perfectly!

165. Watchlist Digest - Four Dramas I'm excited for in 2026!

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:00:00 -0500

Here are four dramas I'm looking forward to in 2026:

Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia

Perfect Crown

Wind Up

Zhu Yu

164. My 2025 Wrapped - From my Best to my Worst and Everything in Between!

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500

2025 is over and I look back at my most memorable dramas — from the shows that created full-blown obsessions to the ones that left me disappointed, and everything in between. I’m handing out awards, breaking down my picks, and reflecting on what actually worked for me this year in storytelling, characters, romance, and worldbuilding.

My Award categories are:

The Pioneer: The Cultural Moment Award
Best Picture: The “This Is How You Build a World” Award
Biggest Letdown: The “I Expected More” Award
Best Action: The “Give Me More Overpowered Male Leads” Award
Best Character: The Heart of the People Award
The Comfort Drama Award
Best Romance: The “Every Look Meant Something” Award
Drama of the Year: The “Created an Obsession” Award

2025 gave me a host of dramas to obsess over and I'm sure 2026 will be even better!

163. To My Shore Ep 1-10 - Shu Lang's level of self respect is refreshing to see in a BL

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 18:00:00 -0500

Shu Lang is walking Fan Xiao like a dog and we love to see it!

162. Thudercloud Rainstorm Ep 1-4 - Yet another toxic love interest in desperate need of a mute button

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500

I'd say save Il-jo but honestly, he don't wanna be saved

161. Me and Thee Ep 1-4 - Fangirling over RomeMhok (WilliamEst)

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500

I really just rant about William's cameo in Me and Thee.

160. Heated Rivalry Ep 1-2 - Give me everything now!!

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500

This show is bonkers and I am loving every single bit of it!

159. The Love That You Give Me - A sweet family drama with one of the cutest kids ever!

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0500

One of my comfort dramas!

158. School Trip: Joined a Group I’m Not Close To Ep1-4 - A cute little shoujo-like JBL

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Just cuteness all around!

157. Dear X EP 1-4 First Impressions - The female protagonist is irredeemable and we love to see it!

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Chilling introduction to a complex female protagonist who has had to endure immense abuse from those who should love her. Watching her use and manipulate people is entrancing and I can't stop watching. Spectacular, give me 14 of 'em right not! Also, this gets an A+ if the female lead never falls in love with any of the men.

156. Spirit Fingers and My Growing Aversion to Manipulative ‘Green Flag’ Male Leads

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

It’s funny — a few years ago, I would’ve eaten this kind of male lead up.

"I never saw you as a friend!". swoon. Omg yes.

But now I’m watching Spirit Fingers and realizing I just don't like it the way I used to. Is this part of growing older??!

155. Upcoming Dramas I’m Excited For: Dear X, Dynamite Kiss, and Last Summer

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

This week, I’m talking about the upcoming November dramas I’m excited for: Dear X — I just hope they don’t tone down the sociopathic female lead (let her be a B please), Dynamite Kiss — I love Ahn Eun Jin and I’m hoping they clear that marriage misunderstanding fast, and Last Summer — Lee Jae Wook playing twins? You know I’ll watch anything he’s in!

154. Yummy Yummy Yummy Ep 1-27 - Time-Travel, Food, and Hilarious Family Shenanigans

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Yummy Yummy Yummy has been such a fun little escape for me lately. The drama follows about a super likable woman and her family who somehow end up back in ancient China. They meet their ancestor — a man way ahead of his time — and chaos pretty much follows everywhere they go. There’s tons of food, funny family shenanigans, and a whole lot of heart. It’s just such a cozy, feel-good watch!

153. Desire the Series Final Review - A Trailblazing First for the Omegaverse — What a Ride, Flaws and All

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0400

What a ride it’s been watching the first-ever omegaverse drama! I truly hope this opens the door for more in the future. Massive props to the Desire team—I loved every moment of it.

152. Secret Lovers - A Tuo could have done with some therapy

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

This was still a super sweet and entertaining drama

151. A Hundred Memories Ep 1-6: Two friends caught between one guy but hopefully not really...

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0400

There's something about South Korea and the 80s. We have a solid friendship and a vibrant time period and its a recipe for success... if the romance doesn't ruin it.

150. Desire the Series Ep 12-13 - Mpreg alert!

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

And there you have it, the first live adaptation of mpreg!

149. The Tempest Ep 1-3 First Impressions: A tough presidential candidate and her hot protective bodyguard, count me in!

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

I've never actually had the pleasure of watching Kang Dong Won like I have Jun Ji Hyun so its been a new experience. Overall, I'm loving this drama for its tough as nails female lead. Also, this reminds me of the kdrama Blood Free.

148 Desire the Series Ep 10-11 - The ruse is finally over!

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Minor spoilers, please beware.

The jig is up and we will hopefully see a more interesting dynamic between Hua Yong and Sheng Shaoyou. Meanwhile, Shen Wenlang remains an idiot... but still I like him lots for some reason

147. Bon Appetit, Your Majesty Ep 1-4 First Impressions - An instant must watch!

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Bon Appetit, Your Majesty has been a fun watch so far. It reminds me a lot of some older dramas. Its so addicting!

146. Desire the Series Ep 8-9 - Hua Yong is literally pyschotic and Shen Wen Lang is still dumb

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Justice for Sheng Shao You!

145. Learning To Love Ep 1-5: Two people from very different worlds finding each other

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Learning To Love is a simple love story about two people finding comfort with each other through learning. A must watch!

144. Watchlist Digest: Desire the Series Ep 6-7, Khemjira Ep 1 First Impressions

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0400

Desire the Series continues to feature the most manipulative, diabolical character Hua Yong and his shenanigans.

Khemjira has an interesting concept and the first episode has been riveting!

143. Craving the Ordinary: The seeming absence of my brand of slice of life in k-dramas

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0400

My Lovely Journey (2025) took me down the rabbit hole of the odd absence of what I consider slice of life in the kdrama world, and the odd place I think that has manifested in: kvariety shows!

142. Desire the Series Ep 5 - More omegaverse goodness this week

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Correction: I refer to Sheng Shao-you as Sheng-you! Oopsies..

Desire the Series keeps getting better and better. I literally can't watch anything else!

141. Desire the Series Ep 4 Review - A pathetic omega is my weakness, give me more!

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0400

I continue on my review of Desire the Series because I am just in awe of its existence. Gao tu is my baby and I'd die for him!

140. The Backdoor Rise of Chinese BL, the Omegaverse, and Desire the Series Ep 1–3 First Impressions!

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0400

I still can’t get over the fact that we got an actual Chinese Omegaverse BL drama in 2025. It’s absolutely legendary how producers are skirting China’s strict censorship laws by filming in places like Singapore and Taiwan and airing exclusively on Western streaming platforms.

In this episode, I talk about the history of BL censorship in China, how this whole Chinese BL boom will stack up against its Thai, Korean, Japanese, and Taiwanese counterparts, and why Desire the Series going full-throttle Omegaverse is such a big deal. We get into the speculative fiction roots of the trope, what it means in the drama’s world, and of course, I share all my unfiltered thoughts on the characters, the worldbuilding, and those juicy Omegaverse dynamics.

This is a major moment for fujoshis, AO3 and Wattpad girlies everywhere!

139. Our Unwritten Seoul 11-12 Final Review - Everyone will be just fine

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400

I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed Our Unwritten Seoul. It's not fast paced but that was just fine with me. This slice of life drama ended with everyone resolving past conflicts and getting closures and it was beautiful to watch.

138. Watchlist Digest - First Impressions of Head over Heels & Hunter with a Scalpel

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode I talk about Head over Heels, and Hunter with a Scalpel, two dramas that have my attention.

137. Our Unwritten Seoul Ep 9-10 Review - "Ro-sa" and her friend were the definition of True Love

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400

They left me feeling emotional, and sad.

Another thing I will say is that though we are almost at the end of this series, I am still not sold on the development of our main characters.

136. Our Unwritten Seoul Ep 7-8 Review - I'm glad people are communicating more! I'm loving the character development!

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400

In this last two episodes of Our Unwritten Seoul, more people discover the twins' secret but just in time for their development. Characters are also communicating and bonding more, even if it takes some people falling down stairs first...

135. Our Unwritten Seoul Ep 5-6 Review - Guess Who? (Everyone Already Has)

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400

I’m really starting to feel the growth in all the characters. The twins still think they’re fooling everyone, but honestly, their friends deserve more credit—they've clearly figured out what’s up. I'm glad Mi-ji finally realizes her misunderstanding, But Mi-rae desperately needs a hug.. and maybe therapy. Or the farmer?? which she just might be getting. But definitely therapy too!

134. Our Unwritten Seoul Ep 3-4 Review - Mi-ji's so good at gaslighting, she could be a politician

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400

The identity switch continues (poor Ho-su might not survive this cuz honestly 10/10 gaslighting skills from Mi-ji, and since she currently has no purpose in life, she should consider a career in politics... Also, the moms bonding, so cute! Also, the chemistry between all the leads is so good, it hurts.

133. Our Unwritten Seoul Ep 1-2 First Impressions - Park Bo-young Pulled Double Duty—and I'm Here for It!

Wed, 28 May 2025 19:00:00 -0400

I'm only two episodes into Our Unwritten Seoul and I’m already all in. Park Bo-young is pulling double duty as twin sisters, and she’s killing it—but can we talk about the chemistry between her and Park Jin-young? Their scenes together have this subtle spark that totally caught me off guard (in the best way). In this episode, I’m sharing my first impressions, favorite moments so far, and why this drama has the potential to be something really special.

132. Bonded Hearts (Pieng Jai Tee Pook Pun) - One of my favorite depictions of childhood sweethearts

Wed, 21 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400

When I say Suer walks the ground Mook walks on, I mean he practically crawls. The bond, the trust and the communication, just chefs kiss.

131. My Stubborn Ep 1-4 Review - I'm always down for a toxic bl

Wed, 14 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400

... great NC scenes! All those kisses... I came for the toxicity and stayed for the chemistry. So far so good!

130. Business As Usual Ep 1-5 Review - For fans of Our Dating Sim

Wed, 07 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Business As Usual has been a cute little watch so far... loving it!!

129. Resident Playbook - Kinda disappointed...

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0400

I finally started Resident Playbook and I have to say, its not as heartwarming as Hospital Playlist.. and yes, I do compare the two.

128. Watchlist Digest - Resident Playbook, Business as usual, Demon Hunter's Romance

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I cover three dramas on my watchlist: Resident Playbook, Business as usual, Demon Hunter's Romance.

127. Light Shop - The power of will, and the light at the end of the tunnel

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Light Shop blends the supernatural with some really raw, human moments. It’s eerie, emotional, and kind of beautiful in they way it explores what drives us to keep going—especially when we’re stuck in the unknown.

126. For Eagle Brothers - A nice little family drama to pass the time

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0400

For Eagle Brothers is a nice reminder of why I like weekend dramas! I love the relationship between the sister-in-law and the brothers. It really warms my heart and I absolutely love the military-heiress couple!

125. The Scandal of Chun Hwa - A bold reimagining of historical dramas centering female desire.

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400

I'm always sold on a story that gives women sexual agency and liberation and The Scandal of Chun Hwa does just that.

124. Top Form Ep 1-3 First Impressions - We love an obsessive male lead!

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0400

TopForm is only on its third episode but it feels like eternity. Smart and Boom playing Jin and Akin exude such intense chemistry that I just might not survive through this!

123. Buried Hearts - I do love a male-centric non-crime drama. Bonus if the lead is hot!

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400

I like how clever the male lead is. I like how he loves the female lead regardless of their situation, and how she also loves him right back. I also like that the female lead has motives not necessarily tied to the male lead, despite her love for him. This drama is definitely textbook makjang but thankfully just the right amount. At this point, I just want to know who the main lead really is. Also, PARK HYUNG-SIK!

122. Thamep Ep 13 Final Review - This series will go down as one of my all time favorite BLs

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400

I'm not ready to say goodbye to Thame, Po and LYKN...

121. ThamePo Ep 12 - That letter...

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Po finds Thame’s letter, and I might've shed a tear... Between Po getting fired and teaming up with MARS, this episode had me on edge—one step closer to the finale, and I’m not ready to say goodbye!

120. ThamePo Ep 11 - My poor baby Thame

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

I continue on my weekly review of ThamePo and this episode was a tearjearker...

119. ThamePo Ep 10 Review - The calm before the storm..

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Nothing can begin to explain how I love ThamePo... In this episode, I continue on my review of ThamePo and looking into the critique of the toxic idol culture.

118. ThamePo Ep 8-9 Review - I.AM.OBSESSED!

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0500

William and Est deliver one of the best performances and I can't get enough of them.

117. When it rains, it pours (Futtara Doshaburi) Ep1-4 Review - Turn off your moral compass for this one

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Correction: I say Sei's BF is aromantic, but I mean asexual.

We don't condone cheating in the house... or do we?

116. ThamePo Heart That Skips A Beat Ep 1-7 Review - When Subtlety Hits Like a Truck: The Art of Saying More with Less

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0500

ThamePo, a Thai BL that completely surprised me. The show is simple but so full of heart, with amazing chemistry between the leads, William and Est. What I love most is how emotions speak through actions, not just words. The story feels real and natural, and you can feel every bit of the connection between Thame and Po. It’s a Thai BL that’s definitely setting a new standard.

115. Guardians of the Dafeng Final Review - What was that ending??

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Guardians of the Dafeng could have easily become one of my favourite dramas, but that ending was so abysmal... I better see a season 2 sometime in the next few years. I don't care if it takes as long as Joy of Life did to release its season 2. But it better happen! That said, I had a blast with this drama. Super super entertaining!

114. Our Youth - A simple yet beautiful love story between two lonely boys

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 18:00:00 -0500

Our Youth is one of those dramas that leaves you feeling emotional. Hirukawa was a character that had me wanting to take up arms to protect him, because he is pure, yet has to go through so much. Thankfully, Minase comes to care for him, and they are able to be there for one another.

113. Drama's I'm anticipating in 2025 - When it rains, it pours, Our generation, The Best Thing, Wife of a 21st Century Prince

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Just me talking about some of the dramas I'm excited for in 2025.

112. Guardians of the Dafeng Ep 1-4 First Impressions & When The Phone Rings Ep 9-10

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500

I'm sat for a drama that reminds me of EverNight and Joy of Life which is why Guardians of the Dafeng with only four episodes so far, has me captivated.
When The Phone Rings continues to be entertaining as it ends into its final episodes.

111. My 2024 Wrapped! - The Best, the Worst, and the Why-Did-I-Watch-This Dramas

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0500

It has been a great year for dramas and here are my 2024 wrapped!

I discuss my
Best romance drama,
Best mini drama,
Top couple (best otp),
The chaos award. The drama that wins for the theatrics,
My hidden gem,
Top WTF was that drama,
Top historical drama,
Most disappointing let down drama,
Top BL, and
My very best of the best drama, the ones that held my attention till the very end.

Music: Christmas 2 by Magenta Six is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License.

110. When the Phone Rings Ep 5&6 - Who is Baek Saeon & who is the accomplice?

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Spoiler Alert: I speculate on the mystery aspect of the drama which might or might not be accurate so watch at your own risk.

My obsession with When the Phone Rings continues this week and I have questions... but I have also watched episode 5 and 6 a billion times that I think I also have my answers.

109. Blossom Ep 1-11 First Impressions - December is a gift that just keeps giving. Blessed with another rebirth plot and this one might be the best one yet!

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Correction: I say Blossoms with an s but this drama is titled Blossom without the s.

It's funny how quickly this drama got me hooked. Blossom is just my type of drama. I absolutely love when my leads get to return to the past for a do-over. Then they fall in love and take down their enemies. I love a power couple and Blossoms is giving just that!

... Because I can't help, When The Phone Rings comes up in this episode at some point.

108. Watchlist Digest - When The Phone Rings Ep 3-4 & The Trunk Ep 1-6

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0500

When The Phone Rings continues to be my obsession. I am actually hoping this drama sticks the landing with the plot. It's going so well so far.

The Trunk was just as entertaining. I have to say, the ex-wife Seo-Yeon, is a final boss villain!

107. When the Phone Rings Ep1-2 First Impressions - There's something about a husband secretly pining for his own wife that's just...

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500

When The Phone Rings is fast becoming my guilty pleasure! Because what do you mean this is an arranged marriage, where the uptight male lead is secretly in love with his own wife and loses all sense of reason when she's in a hint of danger?! Wattpad called and they want one of their novels story back!

106. My Cherie Amour - The rich outspoken heiress & a straitlaced judge falling in love is a sight to behold

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0500

My Cherie Amour has me enamored! The female lead super dynamic, confident and just amazing especially for her time. The male lead also has my heart. He is so lovely and looks absolutely dashing in every outfit!

Correction: When I say production companies, I mean the network channel that airs the drama/lakorns.

105. Watchlist Digest: Drama's I'm anticipating - The Trunk, When the Phone Rings and Light Shop

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:00:00 -0500

The Trunk, When the Phone Rings and Light Shop are three drama's I'm anticipating. Two of three includes a married couple which seems like the vibe going into Christmas lol. The Light Shop is my most anticipated of all three though, and that stems from the fact that it's from the Author and Screenwriter of Moving which remains one of the most original Korean drama's I've ever watched. Honestly, I'm super excited for all the year-end dramas.

104. Autumn's Concerto - A classic angst drama that I always go back to

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:00:00 -0500

Autumn's Concerto is one of the classics. I have rewatched this drama quite a few times. I find the male lead especially well written but the female could've been given better character development in the second half. Every other character was also well developed, and very relatable. Honestly, dramas of this 2000s era were everything. Love this!

103. Love of Nirvana Ep 1-10 First Impressions - The ML is morally questionable and that's what makes the drama worthwhile

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Love of Nirvana has me glued to my screen. I think this is one of the few legitimate enemies to lovers drama. Because the ML has tortured the FL so many times that it would be a miracle when they end up together. The ML is also morally ambiguous and will resort to just about anything to achieve his goal, and no FL is gonna get in his way. I love his character and conviction and he is what has sold me on this drama. An added plus is the smarts the FL has. She is very astute and quick on her feet and it is this combo that makes this drama pure entertainment.

102. Watchlist Digest - Judge From Hell, The Rise of Ning and Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400

There are three dramas that currently have my attention. Judge From Hell remains an enjoyable fun time despite the heavy subject matter. The Rise of Ning, on the other hand, is my current obsession. I love when my couple has trust and respect for one another. It makes their bond ironclad and delightful to watch. And that is what the leads in The Rise of Ning are giving. Whereas Lets Free the Curse of Taekwondo has a more mellow, bleak tone to it and yet is able to give you a sweet, lovely feeling that comes with first love.

101. The Rise of Ning - Reminds me a lot of Story of Minglan so I'm sat.

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

The Rise of Ning is my latest Chinese drama obsession. It reminds me of Love like a Galaxy and Story of Minglan, and I'm here for it.

100. The Judge from Hell Ep 1-4 First Impressions - It's very camp and so fun! We love an vengeful queen!

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

The Judge from Hell is Park Shin-Hye's return to the small screen and I'm loving her in this new role. I'll need more dramas like this where the lead is an unremourseful, uncaring, merciless, and down right sociopathic character. Especially when its the female lead!

99. You Are My Lover Friend Ep 1-14 First Impressions - The leads are literal soulmates, and most believable friends to lovers drama I've ever watched.

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400

You Are My Lover Friend has to be one of the best portrayals of the friends-to-lovers trope. I am really enjoying how much they care for one another and the lengths they will go to for each other. They are so fluffy and make me want to believe in love.

98. 4 Minutes Final Review - This drama shows just how terribly written characters can ruin a good story

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Korn and Tonkla were the only impressionable part of this drama.

97. The Time of Fever - Help! I don't think I'll ever move on from this one!

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400

The Time of Fever is easily one of the best BLs have watched and the chemistry between the leads just shot this to the top of my Favorites List! Just wow..

96. Queen of Tears Final Review - Men written by women and the perfect character trope

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400

I finally caught up on Queen of Tears and I have just one gripe with the drama.... (Not to be taken seriously).

95. No Gain No Love Ep 1-3 First Impressions - It's unbelievable how hilarious and engaging I'm finding this drama

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400

No Gain No Love might become one of my favourite romcoms of all time, and I'm only 3 episodes in!

94. 4 Minutes Ep 3-5 Review - In defense of Korn

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:00:00 -0400

No Korn slander will be allowed in this house. Great on the other hand...

93. Watchlist Digest - Love Next Door & Romance in the House

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400

In the episode of The Dramasology Podcast, I cover Love Next Door, a new drama starring one of my favorite actresses, Jung So-min. I will be honest and say, this drama hasn't caught me because I feel it is very similar to tons of other dramas about the FL going back to her hometown to rediscover herself but I'll keep watching for my girl. I am enjoying Romance in the House a lot more. The idea of a father trying to warm his way back into the lives of his family that loathes him turns out to be comedic gold and I love it. The little added romance between the FL and her security guard/ceo's son just adds more magic to the story. I am absolutely loving this new and fresh story idea and I encourage everyone to watch!

92. Our Dating Sim - A straight 10 out of 10

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400

No one will ever understand my love for Our Dating Sim, the 2023 Korean BL series. This is easily one of my all time favorite dramas because everything was giving.

91. 4 Minutes Ep 1&2 First Impressions - So much mystery and oh so much tension. Love it!

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400

I caught up on the first two episodes of 4 Minutes and I am absolutely blown away by the cinematography and the story. The super sizzling tension between the leads also helps. This drama already has me on edge

90. Watchlist Digest - My most anticipated dramas: Queen Woo, Love Next Door, First Frost & Monster Next Door

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400

I'm super excited about Queen Woo because I think Jeon Jong Seo is a fantastic actress and the sleuth of amazing male co-stars definitely helps.
Mother’s Friends Son (Love Next Door) also has one of my favorite gals, Jung So-min who can do no wrong in my eyes. I'm highly anticipating First Frost because I am a huge fan of the novel and I want to see the dynamic between Wen Yifan and San Yan play out on the small screen. Monster Next Door seems cute and did you see that kiss in the trailer!

89. Sweet Home S3 - Glad to close this chapter

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0400

I checked out Season 3 of Sweet Home despite how much I despised Season 2 (you can check out my rant about that season), and honestly, it wasn't the best but it was at least entertaining. Lee Do Hyun is always pleasant to watch.

88. My Stand In Final Thoughts - Best of the best!... but just one thing the story could've done better at

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400

My Stand In has finished airing and I am sad to see it go. It was easily one of the most engaging BL's I've ever watched. Full to toxicity (but we love it for that) but also full of heart. I'm gonna miss Joe and Ming so much! Now that the drama is over, there's only one thing they could've done better....

87. Watchlist Digest - Takara No Vidro (Takara's Treasure), This Love Doesn't Have Long Beans & As Beautiful as You

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400

This episode I explore three dramas: Takara No Vidro (Takara's Treasure) - which I think is super similar to My Beautiful Man in a good way, This Love Doesn't Have Long Beans - funny title but great sizzling chemistry between the leads & As Beautiful as You where for once, the boyfriend (not male lead) of the female lead is a decent person!

86. The Princess Royal Ep 1-11 First Impressions - This couple is an absolute unit and their machinations are so entertaining to watch

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 15:00:00 -0400

I just started watching The Princess Royal and I am absolutely in love with the lead couple. They argue and fight but they also communicate, trust and work so well together. Honestly, dream couple.

85. My Stand In - A rant in defense of Ming, the new poster boy for the toxic male lead in BL.

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400

My love for My Stand In knows no bounds, and I'm back with another episode to defend the undefendable, toxic gremlin that is Ming! I also examine Joe more deeply and why he has some things to answer for. Ming apologists unite!

84. My Stand In Ep 7-8 Review - Ming's obsession & toxicity is just my cup of tea

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0400

I continue on my review of My Stand In. Joe, a stunt double for a famous actor Tong, falls in love with Ming, the son of a wealthy family. From finding out he is only a stand in to Ming, to getting into an accident that transmigrates him into the body of another person, Joe continues to deal with attention from Ming, who is now suspicious of this new person.

83. The Impossible Heir - Disney+ must be competing with Netflix for who has worst writers

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 19:00:00 -0400

When the illegitimate son of a Korean conglomerate owner partners with his ambitious childhood friend, the duo will stop at nothing to seize their place at the top of the societal food chain.

Source: MyDramaList

82. My Stand In Ep 1-6 Review - It's so toxic but I can't stop watching. It's that good!

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Joe, a stunt double for a famous actor Tong, falls in love with Ming, the son of a wealthy family. From finding out he is only a stand in to Ming, to getting into an accident that transmigrates him into the body of another person, Joe continues to deal with attention from Ming, who is now suspicious of this new person.

81. My Only 12% - A cute, fluffy BL with excellent writing and great character development

Wed, 29 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Cake and Seeiw have been friends as far as they can remember. Cake is very outgoing and has a lot of friends while Seeiw is very shy and barely speaks to people he's not used to being around. Despite their different personalities, they are very close. By being next-door neighbors since they were born, they became an essential aspect of each other's lives. However, as they become older, things change and so do the way they see each other.

Source: MyDramaList

80. Watchlist Digest - Lovely Runner, Midnight Romance at Hagwon, Boys Be Brave & Joy of Life 2.

Wed, 22 May 2024 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I share my thoughts on Lovely Runner up to Episode 14 and my issues with the drama, how much angst is probably waiting for us with Midnight Romance at Hagwon, how chaotic cute Boys Be Brave is, and my uncontrollable excitement as I get ready to watch Joy of Life season 2. Join me!

79. TharnType S1&2 - Exploring the character of Type and what makes his character development very compelling

Wed, 15 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Tharntype is a school romance drama about a homophobic university student named Type who develops a relationship with his openly gay roommate, Tharn. The series follows Type and Tharn as they gradually open up to each other, developing their hate into affection.

Source: Google AI Overview

78. Parasyte: The Grey - This has the potential to be a huge well-developed universe

Wed, 08 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400

The story depicts parasites that fall from space and begin to kill to gain their own power by controlling the human brain and body by living off human hosts. The story revolves around Jung Soo In, who is infected with a parasite on her hand and starts a strange cohabitation as it fails to steal her brain.

Seol Kang Woo chases parasitic water to find his missing sister, and Choi Jun Kyung is the team leader of the parasitic life team ‘The Grey’ and lives only to exterminate the parasitic water after losing her husband to the parasitic water.

77. KinnPorsche - I can see why this drama was insanely popular

Wed, 01 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400

The second son of a Mafia boss, Kinn Theerapanyakul, is fleeing from an enemy when he meets Porsche, an enterprising young bartender. Porsche agrees to help defend Kinn from his attackers for a price.

Porsche's martial arts skills impress, and spurred on by his father, Kinn seeks to hire Porsche as one of his personal bodyguards. Porsche is opposed and rejects Kinn’s offer despite his attempts at intimidation. It isn't until Porsche's family home and his ability to care for his brother are threatened that he acquiesces and moves onto the Theerapanyakul property.

It's not a smooth transition into the unorthodox, violent job, and his relationship with Kinn vacillates between strained and playful. When his feelings for Kinn take an unexpected turn, his work becomes even more high-stakes.

Source: MyDramaList

76. Blood Free Ep 1-4 First Impressions - Two formidable characters entwine amidst the intrigue of genetic engineering

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Ending millions of years of humans eating animal meat, BF now dominates the genetically engineered cultured meat market. There are people inside BF and outsiders who begin to have doubts about the path taken by BF CEO Yoon Ja Yoo. Yoon Ja Yoo founded BF with On San, who has a Ph.D. in physiology.

Meanwhile, after graduating from the Naval Academy, Woo Chae Woon served in the army, but he now works as a bodyguard.

Source: My DramaList

75. Help! I have fallen in love with Thai BLs. Talking some favs: KinnPorsche, I Told Sunset about You & Never Let Me Go, and the interesting world of shipping

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Guys! The Thai BL universe that I previously spurned, is now my new obsession! I might need an intervention...

74. My Lovely Runner First Impressions - One of my most anticipated dramas of 2024 and its super adorable!

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400

A fan's quest to change fate blooms into unexpected romance.

Source: Viki

It's another time travel/rebirth story and I am so seated!

73. Perfect Propose - The perfect slice of life BL for a rainy day

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Hiro, severely overworked, can barely function outside his toxic workplace. He encounters Kai, a childhood friend he had once promised to marry, and finds he is steadily regaining a sense of purpose.

Source: IMDb

72. Unknown Ep 5-6 Review - The sixth kind of family is the one that pretends to be strong and doesn't say goodbye

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Continuing on my review of Unknown and discussing episodes 5 & 6. This drama has my heart and all my attention.

71. Queen of Tears Ep 1-4 First Impressions - Loving it so much that I'll pretend Baek Hyun Woo isn't a huge red flag

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Baek Hyun Woo, who is the pride of the village of Yongduri, is the legal director of the conglomerate Queens Group, while chaebol heiress Hong Hae In is the “queen” of Queens Group’s department stores.

“Queen of Tears” will tell the miraculous, thrilling, and humorous love story of this married couple, who manage to survive a crisis and stay together against all odds.

Source: MDL.

70. Unknown Ep 1-4 First Impressions - "The fourth type of family is one that's always there for you"

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Unknown is a 2024 Taiwanese BL about found family and a love that blossoms from that. At a young age, Wei Qian an orphaned boy, feels for a younger homeless boy, Xiao Yuan and takes him home where he essentially becomes an older brother to both him and his own blood related younger sister. But as time passes, Xiao Yuan’s feelings for his Wei Qian grows into something neither of them can ignore.

69. Watchlist Digest - The Impossible Heir & Wedding Impossible: First Impressions

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0500

The Impossible Heir is Lee Jae Wook's newest drama so you just know I'd be on it. Wedding Impossible has introduced me to a hidden gem of an actress, Jeon Jong Seo!

68. Love for Love's Sake - Tae Myung Ha is easily one of the most mature and likeable characters I've seen in a BL. This drama is an instant favorite!

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

29-year-old Tae Myung Ha experiences a baffling twist of fate when he finds himself transported into a video game, inhabiting the body of a teenager, with a goal to make a classmate of his happy.

67. Marry My Husband Ep 15-16 Review and Final Thoughts - I want redemption for Jung Su-min!

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

And that's a wrap! Finally, this drama is over and I'm more than glad to be done with. It was an okay 7/10 for me and only that high because of the character of Jung Su-min.

66. Marry My Husband Ep 13-14 Review - I'm glad this drama is almost over because what?.... Also, taking a closer look at the psyche of Jung Sumin (Song Hayoon).

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0500

I continue my review of the 2023 Korean drama, Marry My Husband which has taken a turn for the worst in its final arc. At least, Jung Sumin, as played by Song Ha Yoon, is still interesting.

65. Marry My Husband Ep 11-12 Review - Will Korean rom-com producers catch something if they don't add the unnecessary ex-girlfriend trope?

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Someone save us from the clutches of the unnecessary ex-gf arc!

64. Marry My Husband Ep 9-10 Review - Give Song Ha-Yoon her flowers. Her portrayal of a pathological narcissist is very compelling and flawless.

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500

My weekly review of Marry my husband continues this week with Episodes 9 and 10.

63. Marry My Husband Ep 7-8 Review - The Game is On! I just hope the revenge is satisfying

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0500

I continue my review of Marry My Husband starring Park Min Young and Na In Woo, a rebirth drama about a woman who goes back in time to get her cheating husband and friend wedded to one another. It's so much fun!

62. Watchlist Digest - Marry My Husband Ep 5-6 Review, Knight Flower First Impressions, Sahara Sensei to Toki-kun & Lee Jae Wook's new drama gets an airing date!

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0500

In this episode, I discuss my watchlist for the week. Park Min Young's character grows in Marry My Husband Ep 5-6 and BTS tracks makes a cameo!

Knight Flower airs with funny shenanigans and just enough mystery and chemistry between the leads to keep me interested.

I'm also watching Sahara to Toki-kun mainly for the secondary couple foster brothers because they're so cute.

Lee Jae Wook's new drama, The Impossible Heir gets a airing date for February and I am excited!

61. Marry My Husband Ep 1-4 First Impressions - One of my favorite actresses Park Min Young is back with one of my favorite tropes! My newest guilty pleasure!

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Kang Ji Won is married to Park Min Hwan, but their marriage is troubled due to Min Hwan's selfishness and his demanding mother. Ji Won is the primary breadwinner for the family, while Min Hwan is unemployed and in debt. Ji Won also handles all the household chores herself.

One day, Ji Won receives the devastating news that she has cancer and not much time left to live. To make things worse, she catches her husband and her close friend, Jung Soo Min, having an affair. A physical struggle ensues, resulting in her tragic death at the hands of her husband.

Suddenly, she wakes up in the past, 10 years earlier, when she was dating Min Hwan. Determined to change her life, she decides to make Soo Min marry Min Hwan. Meanwhile, at work, Yoo Ji Hyeok, who serves as a chief in the same department as Ji Won, has feelings for her and slowly begins to reveal them. He also harbors a secret.

(Source: MyDramaList)

60. Exploring the Green Flag Female Lead Archetype in 2023 Dramas - The Good Bad Mother, To the Moon and Back & Hidden Love

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:00:00 -0500

The Good Bad Mother, To the Moon and Back and Hidden Love have some of the best female leads of 2023. Listen to me explore their characteristics and what makes them shine as green flags

59. My 2023 Wrapped! - Looking at my top, best of best dramas of the year! 🎄

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! This episode explores all my favorite dramas of 2023 as the year comes to a close! From my favorite romcom to my favorite action, and everything in between. Here's all my favorites, best of the best dramas of 2023! See you in the new year!

Music: Gifts of Love (HS23) by Beat Mekanik. From the Free Music Archive, CC BY 4.0 DEED

58. My Man is Cupid Ep 1-6 First Impressions - Easy watch with a very likeable female lead

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Star-crossed love story between a love fairy and a human girl. For humans and fairies aren’t meant to be, when he accidentally shoots himself and falls in love, their fate takes a wrong turn. The two reconnect after centuries of reincarnation. Where will this story lead?

Source: Amazon Prime

57. Watchlist Digest - I am overwhelmed! | My Man is Cupid, Park's Marriage Contract, My Demon, The Matchmakers, A Journey to Love, Say that you love me, Cherry Magic (Thai), Soundtrack #2, Welcome to Samdal-ri, Boyhood, Death's Game & Marry My Husband

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500

It's snowing dramas guys! Definitely feels like Christmas!

Dramas I'm watching updates - My Man is Cupid, Park's Marriage Contract, My Demon, The Matchmakers, A Journey to Love, Say that you love me, Cherry Magic.

Dramas I'm dropping and why - Soundtrack #2, Welcome to Samdal-ri.

Drama's I'll be watching soon - Boyhood.

Drama's I'm excited for - Death's Game, Marry My Husband!

56. Sweet Home 2 - A Hot Garbage that Belongs in the Trash Can

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Residents of Green Home Apartments, including Cha Hyun Soo, fight against monsters to leave their base and venture out into the world. At a baseball stadium, survivors from all over begin to live together. They are threatened by the monsters outside and also by the monstrous desires of the people among them.

Source: MyDramaList

55. Watchlist Digest - The Matchmakers, I may love you, Park's Marriage Contract & My Demon, The Story of Kunning Palace

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

In this episode, I discuss drama I am currently watching, The Matchmakers, I May Love You, Park's Marriage Contract and My Demon. I also talk about two dramas I hope to start watching soon, Boyhood and Tell Me That You Love Me. Lastly, also give a final review of The Story of Kunning Palace which I recently finished watching.

54. The Story of Kunning Palace Ep 1-28 - Nothing beats the slightly deranged, Machiavellian Xie Wei whose only weakness is his Ning'Er. Jiang Xue Ning might be the one reborn but it's Xie Wei's world and they're all just living in it

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500

Jiang Xue Ning's unrelenting desire to become empress eventually strains her bond with her childhood friend Yan Lin and leads to the arrest of the noble Official Zhang Zhe. Guilt and remorse begin to seep in when her short-lived reign as the empress comes to an end. With the help of Yan Lin as the general, rebels seize the capital and ruthlessly exterminate the entire royal family. In her last desperate act, Jiang Xue Ning pleads to exchange her life for the freedom of Zhang Zhe, a man who has always shown her kindness.

As fate takes an unexpected turn, Jiang Xue Ning awakens in the body of her 18-year-old self, who has yet to enter the palace. Given another chance at life, she vows to live differently beyond the palace walls. Yet fate would not let her escape. She becomes entangled in the palace intrigues once again as Princess Le Yang’s study companion and disciple of Xie Wei, the well-respected imperial teacher and emperor’s advisor, who also happens to be the mastermind behind the heinous rebellion that leads to her demise.

Source: MyDramaList

53. A Breeze of Love - My newest BL obsession! On par with the other well produced BLs out there

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Do Hyun, the captain of the basketball team, is preparing for the championship. Hye In, the team manager, brings Dong Wook, Do Hyun's first love, to fill in for an injured teammate. Dong Wook and Do Hyun used to go to the same high school.

Source: MyDramaList

52. Perfect Marriage Revenge Ep 1-4 First Impressions - Another drama about rebirth, yay!

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Spoiler Alert: This episode includes spoilers for the Korean Drama Reborn Rich and the Chinese Drama, Scent of Time.

Perfect Marriage Revenge tells the story of the adopted daughter of a wealthy family who suffers in the hands of her family and is reborn, this time with revenge in mind by marrying the man her sister desires as a partner.

51. Snow Sword Stride - An intelligent drama with a clever male lead and an extraordinary family bond. One of my Top 10 dramas of all time!

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Snow Sword Stride is about a young master named Xu Feng Nian who under the eager expectation of his father Xu Xiao persevered through hardships and growth to become the King of Northern Liang.

Source: WeTV

50. Watchlist Digest - Strong Girl Namsoon, Kiseki: Dear To Me, Romance on the Farm, Twinkling Watermelon

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I discuss my drama watchlist: what I'm currently watching: Strong Girl Namsoon, Kiseki: Dear To Me, Romance on the Farm, Twinkling Watermelon.

49. Scent of Time Ep 1-11 Review - If you could have a redo of life, what would you do differently? An excellently executed rebirth story.

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Hua Qian is reborn to redo her life over again. She vows not to make the same mistakes again.

48. As Long As We Both Shall Live (My Happy Marriage) - Good... but something is missing and I don't know what

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Jun 3, 2023 — Miyo's abusive family deems her worthless – but together with her powerful husband-to-be, her true self and hidden powers slowly begin to shine.

Source: Netflix

47. Drama watchlist digest: Alliance, Twinkling Watermelon, Killing Vote, My Personal Weatherman (Taikan Yoho), Arthdal Chronicles 2, Escape of the Seven

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I discuss my drama watchlist: what I'm currently watching: Alliance, Twinkling Watermelon, Killing Vote, My Personal Weatherman (Taikan Yoho), and what I plan to watch: Arthdal Chronicles 2, Escape of the Seven.

46. My Lovely Liar - How the drama paints a compelling killer

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Mok Sol Hee is a young woman with an extraordinary and supernatural ability: she is able to “hear” other people’s lies, no matter how hard they try to obfuscate the truth. But this superpower has left her jaded: She no longer has any faith in other people, and now considers them all to be morally bankrupt. But that all changes when she meets a successful music producer named Kim Do Ha.

Kim Do Ha has become embroiled in a murder case, and has gone into hiding…in the residence next door to Mok Sol Hee. The producer’s closest friend Jo Deuk Chan, the head of the talent agency J Entertainment, is the only person who knows Kim Do Ha’s secret. But Mok Sol Hee is in for a shock when she realizes that her new neighbor appears to be the only person in the world her superpower does not work on. She becomes drawn to this mystery man—but will she ever learn the deepest secrets of his heart?

Source: MyDramaList

45. Usokon Ep 1-10 Review - When you use a fake marriage as an excuse to live with your crush

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

An ordinary girl, Yae, loses her home and job at age 29 and has nowhere to turn. But when she runs into a childhood friend, Takumi, he "proposes" she live with him in a high-rise condominium in the city, acting as his fake spouse A tale of deceit involving a handsome architect

Source: Manga Buddy

44. Destined With You Ep 1-8 Review - A decent romcom with some magic sprinkled in

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400

A lawyer bound by a centuries-old curse becomes entangled with a civil servant who holds the key to his freedom — igniting an unexpected romance.

Source: Netflix

43. Kdrama watchlist digest: Destined with you, Moving, Mask Girl, Killing Vote & My Lovely Liar

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I discuss my Korean drama watchlist: what I'm currently watching, what I plan to watch and what I might drop.

42. Go Ahead - Best portrayal of found family. One of the best dramas to ever have been made!

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0400

The story revolves around three troubled youths who find solace in their common experiences to become the best family that they can be for each other.

Growing up in dysfunctional households, three individuals who are unrelated by blood treat each other like family as they yearn for the love that they cannot find at home. Eldest brother Ling Xiao, second brother He Zi Qiu, and youngest sister Li Jian Jian grow up together, experiencing life’s joy and strife as they support each other’s chosen paths.

Source: MyDramaList

41. Moving Ep 1-9 Review - When there's more to a superhero than powers: A moving story about family and bonds that bind

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:00:00 -0400

Kim Bong Seok, Jang Hee Soo and Lee Gang Hoon attend the same high school. They look like ordinary students, but they have special abilities that they inherited from their parents.

Kim Bong Seok has the ability to fly, while Jang Hee Soo has excellent athletic abilities and is able to rapidly recover from injuries, like being shot or stabbed. Lee Gang Hoon has uncanny power and speed.

These three students try to hide their special abilities from other people, while their parents struggle to protect them from being used by other people.

(Source: AsianWiki)

My Source: MyDramaList

40. The Heart of (a) Genius - Let's pretend this drama ends on episode 8

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400

After her father is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Lin Zhaoxi finds herself distraught at the news. The popup of a mysterious photo and mathematical formula takes Lin Zhaoxi and Ji Jiang to a parallel world. In this alternative, "Cheese World," Lin Zhaoxi and Ji Jiang work together to complete and replicate the mysterious math Olympiad competition photo results in hopes of making their way back to the real "Strawberry World." Despite not being a math genius like her father and Pei Zhi, through her experiences within the parallel universes, Lin Zhaoxi reignites her passion for math and learns to accept her father's diagnosis.

Source: DramaWiki

39. My Beautiful Man (Utsukushii Kare) - The sweetest yet most toxic relationship to ever exist

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Seventeen-year-old Hira, who is at the bottom of the class, tries to remain invisible at school, never wanting to open his mouth and expose his stuttering speech to his classmates. He views the world through his camera lens, detached until one day, Kiyoi Sou walks through the classroom door. The impact is instantaneous.

Hira finds himself pulled into Kiyoi's gravity, following him everywhere and attending to his every need. Popularity comes easily to beautiful Kiyoi, who is always surrounded by his classmates. He uses his status to get what he wants, ordering around the boy who stares at him with his big eyes and seems to worship him like a god.

Hira contents himself to merely exist within Kiyoi's orbit, asking for nothing in return…

Source: MyDramaList

38. History 3: Make Our Days Count - If you have to bury one BL drama with me, let it be this one

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:00:00 -0400

HIStory 3: Make Our Days Count is about the turbulent romance between a high school student and his bully. Although the two characters begin the series with lots of hostility, their relationship improves as they understand each other more.

Source: BL Watcher

37. Durian's Affair - Why you should be watching this absolutely bonkers but hilarious drama

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:00:00 -0400

A melodramatic fantasy in which two women from Joseon Dynasty, belonging from a noble family, become intertwined with men through time travel to the year 2023, the present.

36. Butterflied Lovers - The power of a simple, low budget drama

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 19:00:00 -0400

Inspired by the romance of Liang Shang Bo and Zhu Ying Tai, the story revolves around two lovers who will overcome all obstacles to remain together. Ling Chang Feng is an honourable general and has been in a passionate marriage with his wife for the past 3 years. However, a strange disturbance hits their city on their third anniversary, and "madmen" run wild in the town, attacking innocent citizens violently. Ling Chang Feng leaves his wife behind to protect the people, but when he returns, finds that his wife has been infected by this phenomenon. He refuses to reveal this, as he knows that anyone who turns mad will be killed. He keeps her by his side in secret while trying to solve the cause of this frightful phenomenon.

Source: MyDramaList

35. Hidden Love - Sang Zhi shows a very pure, resilient and unfailing love for Duan Jiaxu that puts tears in my eyes

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Sang Zhi falls in love with Duan Jia Xu, the boy who often comes to her house to play games in her older brother’s room. He is five years older than her. Sang Zhi had a crush on Duan Jia Xu when she was young, but they lost contact with each other for some reason. After she graduates, she joins the university in the city he is in, and during their day-to-day intimate and close interaction, they slowly fall in love.

Source: MyDramaList

34. Tokyo in April is... (Shigatsu no Tokyo wa...) - A quick rant on my obsession for the week

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:00:00 -0400

The new employee Kazuma, who returned to Tokyo from America, reunites with his close friend from middle school, Ren, who is currently working as the top designer at their company. It is their first meeting since the abrupt farewell during their third year in middle school, 10 years ago. Ren was his best friend and his first love. He is as strong and good-looking as ever… And Kazuma is happy just being with him. However, Ren avoids the subject of their time in middle school rather unnaturally and acts like a friendly former-classmate… But he’s behaving this way because he is gay, and above all, fears being rejected by Kazuma. Yet one night, the two of them get together again…?

Source: MyDramaList

33. What you should be watching - Hidden Love, Revenant, To the Moon and Back & Durian's Affair.

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:00:00 -0400

I discuss four superb dramas I recommend you check out this month. These dramas are too fantastic for you not to be watching!

Correction: The screenwriter of Durian's affair also wrote that of Love ft. Marriage and Divorce NOT Penthouse

Hidden Love: Sang Zhi falls in love with Duan Jia Xu, a boy who often comes to her house to play games in her older brother’s room. He is five years older than her. Sang Zhi had a crush on Duan Jia Xu when she was young, but they lost contact with each other for some reason. After she graduates, she joins the university in the city he is in, and during their day-to-day intimate and close interaction, they slowly fall in love.
Source: MyDramaList

Revenant : The series revolves around a woman possessed by a devil and a man who can see the devil and seeks the truth behind the mysterious deaths surrounding the five bodies.
Source: Wikipedia

To the Moon and Back: Matalda, brings her warm family into Dr. Purim's life and fills his lonely heart with a love that he had never received before.
Source: LakornGalaxy

Durian's Affair: A melodramatic fantasy in which two women from Joseon Dynasty, belonging from a noble family, become intertwined with men through time travel to the year 2023, the present.
Source: MyDramaList

32. Khun Chai Phutthiphat - My introduction to the world of Thai lakorns

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:00:00 -0400

Set in the late 1900s, this is the story about a young doctor who falls in love at first with the winner of a beauty pageantry, who is on the run from the clutches of a powerful general.

31. The Good Bad Mother - Amateurish camera work with a rushed ending but we don't care because Mi-joo is such a green flag

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:00:00 -0400

Young Soon is a single mother and pig farmer who raised her son Kang Ho alone. Despite her love for him, her strict parenting caused Kang Ho to view her as a bad mother. As an adult, Kang Ho became a cold-hearted prosecutor and kept his distance from his mother. However, an unexpected accident caused him to return to his hometown and start over with Young Soon. Kang Ho's childhood friend Mi Joo, known for her warm heart and strong sense of justice, also reconnected with him after his accident, leading to a transformative experience for her.

Source: MyDramaList

30. Dong Lan Xue - When you want your servant but your servant wants heads to roll off necks

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400

This is a revenge quest of ruthless maid, Shen Yan, and the Seventh Prince, Chu Ning.

Source: u/splendordream @ r/CDrama on Reddit

29. The Story of Ming Lan - Ming Lan has to be the most astute, well written character

Wed, 31 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Set in the Northern Song dynasty, the story follows Sheng Ming Lan, an unfavored concubine-born 6th daughter of an official. After losing her mother at a young age, Ming Lan is raised by her paternal grandmother.

Source: MyDramaList

28. Love Rain - Pining and forbidden love

Wed, 24 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Suh In Ha is a sensitive artist who falls in love at first sight with fellow college student, Kim Yoon Hee. The two of them develop feelings for each other, but before they can do anything about it, In Ha's best friend, Lee Dong Wook, professes his love for Yoon Hee. Not wanting to ruin his friendship, In Ha takes a backseat and watches as the girl he loves grows farther away from him. Fast-forward to present day Seoul where In Ha's son, Suh Joon, meets and falls in love with Ha Na, Kim Yoon Hee's daughter. The children are completely different from their parents in personality, but fate pulls them together.

Source: MyDramaList

27. Emergency Declaration - Why is everyone so freaking slow?!

Wed, 17 May 2023 18:00:00 -0400

An aircraft is forced to declare an emergency when an unprecedented terror occurs inflight.

Source: Wikipedia

26. My Sunshine (Silent Separation) - ♫~You are my pretty sunshine~♫

Wed, 10 May 2023 19:00:00 -0400

Zhao Mo Sheng is a university student with a sunny disposition, she's smart, and has a positive personality. Upon their first meeting, she fell in love with He Yi Chen, one of the top students from the Law faculty. He Yi Chen gradually warmed up to her and they became a loving couple. One day he abruptly breaks up with her and she is forced by her father to depart overseas without ever getting an explanation from Yi Chen.

Seven years later, Zhao Mo Sheng returns home and spots him immediately in a crowded supermarket. As their paths inevitably continue to cross in the present time, details and secrets regarding their break-up and the years in between are revealed. Will the two college sweethearts be able to reunite?

(Source: MyDramaList)

25. Descendants of the Sun - Best drama of 2016!

Wed, 03 May 2023 19:00:00 -0400

A love story between Captain Yoo Shi Jin, Korean Special Forces, and Doctor Kang Mo Yeon, surgeon at Haesung Hospital. Together they face danger in a war torn country.

24. Seasons of Blossom - The pain of those left behind...

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:00:00 -0400

A story of love and friendship between five high school students from Seoyeon High School.

Lee Ha Min appears like a bright person, but there is also darkness within his mind. Han So Mang is a warm-hearted person, but she is also quite timid. Lee Jae Min is a popular student with a painful past. He is kind to everyone around him. Yoon Bo Mi is a sweet, model student. Choi Jin Young loves playing games. He can seem unfriendly and has a delicate personality.

23. Eien no Kinou (Eternal Yesterday) - An absolute gem, right in the feels

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Koichi is cheerful and popular in the class. Mitsuru is talented and not good at socializing. The two high school students are strongly attracted to each other due to their opposite personalities. However, one morning, Koichi is hit by a truck in front of Mitsuru. Koichi got up on the spot and smiled as usual, and although he was indeed "alive", his classmates gradually began to forget about Koichi's existence.

(Source: MBS/MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Eien no Kinou" (永遠の昨日) by Eda Yuuri (榎田尤利).

22. Divorce Attorney Shin - Best bromance I have ever seen a drama!

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 21:00:00 -0400

Meet Shin Sung Han, a divorce lawyer with a talent for settling even the most complicated cases. His name, which amusingly means "sacred" in Korean, seems at odds with the messy situations he has to deal with on a daily basis. But Shin Sung Han finds solace in the company of his two closest friends, Jang Hyung Geun and Jo Jung Sik, who are fellow "40-year-old youths." Despite the challenges he faces with his clients, Shin Sung Han continues to excel in his field with his expertise and sensitivity.

(Source: Soompi; edited by CK Warrior at MyDramaList)

21. Kill Boksoon - Murder at 1pm, grocery shopping at 2.

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 22:00:00 -0400

Gil Bok-Soon (Jeon Do-Yeon) is a single mother. She is a also a lethal killer, with a 100% success rate on contract killings. She works for M.K. Ent, which is run by Cha Min-Kyu (Sol Kyung-Gu). He trained Gil Bok-Soon as a killer and they hold mutual respect for each other. At the same time, Gil Bok-Soon is aware that Cha Min-Kyu is a dangerous person who can take away everything from her. Cha Min-Hee (Esom) is the younger sister of Cha Min-Kyu and she works as an executive at M.K. Ent. She doesn't show her feelings to other people. Han Hee-Sung (Koo Gyo-Hwan) is a killer for M.K Ent. He is highly skilled at his job, but he is not recognized by others for his work. Right before Gil Bok-Soon is set to renew her contract, she gets involved in a kill or be killed confrontation. (Source: Asianwiki)

20. Call It Love Ep 1-8: For fans of My Mister!

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:00:00 -0400

Sim Woo-Joo's (Lee Sung-Kyung) life became miserable because of her father and his mistress. After her father's death, Sim Woo-Joo is kicked out of her home by the woman her father dated. She decides to take revenge on that woman. She approaches Han Dong-Jin (Kim Young-Kwang), who is the son of her father’s ex-mistress. Sim Woo-Joo gets to know him and realizes that she has fallen in love with him. Han Dong-Jin is a workaholic, who has suffered from loneliness for his entire life. His life changes after he meets Sim Woo-Joo.

Source: MyAsianWiki

19. My 10th year watching dramas! Reminiscing about the past and why I love dramas so much!.

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 22:00:00 -0400

I have been watching dramas for exactly 10 years! Listen to me talk about why I love them so much!

18. The Glory Part 2 - Easy revenge, and why Ha Do-young is the absolute best!

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 23:00:00 -0400

A review of The Glory Part 2! Check out my review of The Glory Part 1 as well! Solid bingeable 8/10 drama. Would recommend

17. The Master's Sun - One of Emi's first ever dramas!

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The Master's Sun is a 2013 Korean drama starring Gong Hyo-jin and So Ji-sub. This was one of my very first Korean dramas and it will always hold a special place in my heart!

16. One and Only starring Allen Ren and Bai Lu - This became an Allen Ren appreciation episode

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 22:00:00 -0500

One and Only is a 2021 chinese drama starring Allen Ren and Bai Lu about the forbidden love between an army general and the daughter of an esteemed family. One of my all time favorite's! No one does it better than Allen Ren, fantastic actor!

15. Love between Fairy and Devil - When the male lead is actually strong and the female lead is not actually dumb

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 01:00:00 -0500

Love Between Fairy and Devil is a 2022 chinese xianxia drama, which narrates the story of forbidden love between a devil and a fairy. The drama stars Dylan Wang and Esther Yu.

14. Bride of the Century - Old but gold

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500

Taeyang Group is the largest conglomerate in South Korea but the Choi family, who runs Taeyang, has supposedly been under a hundred-year-curse - the first bride of the eldest son will always die.

One of my favorite dramas of all time. The Bride of the Century stars Lee Hong-ki and Yang Jin-sung.

13. Agency Ep 1-8 Review - Addictive and underrated!

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0500

The series follows the story of Go Ah-in (Lee Bo-young) who becomes the first female executive member of a large advertising agency. An easy watch!

Source: Wikipedia.

12. The Moon Embracing the Sun - A timeless love story everyone should watch at least once

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0500

The Moon Embracing the Sun is one of the biggest hit dramas in South Korea, surpassing a 40% viewership rating, a feat not many dramas can attain today. A must watch for all romance drama lovers! The Moon Embracing the Sun stars Han Ga-In, Kim Soo-Hyun and Jung Il-Woo.

11. My Liberation Notes - A Slice of life drama with a side of quarter-life crisis and a dash of romance

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:00:00 -0500

My Liberation Notes is a 2022 Korean drama that speaks to the heart of the introverted, the depressed and just generally stressed out folks, particularly those in their 20s and 30s. A slice of life drama that has you thinking one of two things: "Why are they so depressing to watch" or "I relate so damn much". One of the best dramas of 2022. It stars Kim Ji-won, Lee Min-ki, Son Seok-koo and Lee El.

10. Weak Hero Class 1 Review - You think your high school years were bad? Check this out

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:00:00 -0500

Weak Hero Class 1 follows Shi Eun, a taciturn high school student that ends up being caught up in more that he might be able to handle. 10 out 10. I highly recommend this drama to everyone. There's something in it for everyone.

9. Alchemy of Souls Part 2: Light and Shadow Review - I'd like my 10 hours back

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 23:00:00 -0500

I'm going to pretend Alchemy of Souls ended at the end of Season 1. This second part was so badly executed that I'd like my time back. In this episode of the dramasology podcast, I review Alchemy of Souls Part 2: Light and Shadow starring Lee Jae-wook, Go Yoo-jung, Hwang Min-hyun and Shin Seung-ho, and is a continuation of Season 1 of the drama that starred Jung So-min as the female lead.

8. The Glory Season 1 Review - The revenge better be satisfying!

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Dramasology Podcast, Emi reviews the 2022 Korean drama, The Glory Season 1 starring Song Hye-kyo, Lee Do-hyun and Lim Ji-yeon about a former victim of school violence that seeks revenge on her bullies after taking up a job as a homeroom teacher at the elementary school of the bully's child.

Source: Wikipedia.

This was a thrilling 8 episodes to watch and was very easy to breeze through.

7. Reborn Rich Ep 15-16 Review + Final Thoughts - And the award for biggest hypocrite goes to...

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Episode 7 of The Dramasology Podcast gives a final review of Reborn Rich starring Song Joong-ki, Lee Sung-min and Shin Hyun-bin, about an employee that gets reincarnated as the youngest son in a conglomerate family.

This drama starts on a high note but ends up being a disappointment. On to the next one!

6. Reborn Rich Ep 12-14 Review - "You'll become worse, as you'll want to keep what you already have"

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500

This is Episode 6 of The Dramasology Podcast covering Reborn Rich Ep. 12-14 starring Song Joong-ki, Lee Sung-min and Shin Hyun-bin about an employee that gets reincarnated as the youngest son in a conglomerate family.

5. Reborn Rich Ep 9-11 Review - Who did it?

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Hi! This is Episode 5 of The Dramasology Podcast covering Reborn Rich Ep. 9-11 starring Song Joong-ki, Lee Sung-min and Shin Hyun-bin about an employee that gets reincarnated as the youngest son in a conglomerate family.

4. Reborn Rich Ep 7-8 Review - Lack of chemistry between the leads?

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Hello! This is Episode 4 of The Dramasology Podcast covering Reborn Rich Ep. 7-8 starring Song Joong-ki, Lee Sung-min and Shin Hyun-bin about an employee that gets reincarnated as the youngest son in a conglomerate family.

3. Reborn Rich Ep 4-6 Review - Is Jin Do Jun's anger justified?

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Hello! This is Episode 3 covering Reborn Rich Ep 4-6 starring Song Joong-ki, Lee Sung-min and Shin Hyun-bin about an employee that gets reincarnated as the youngest son in a conglomerate family.

2. Reborn Rich Ep 1-3 Review - Another reincarnation drama

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Hello! This is Episode 2 covering Reborn Rich Ep1-3 starring Song Joong-ki, Lee Sung-min and Shin Hyun-bin about an employee that gets reincarnated as the youngest son in a conglomerate family.

1. Alchemy of Souls (2022) - Should South Korean production companies invest more in historical fantasies?

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Hello! This is the very first episode of the dramasology podcast where I review the 2022 Korean drama, Alchemy of Souls Season 1 starring Lee Jae Wook as Jang Uk, and Jung So Min as Mudeok/Naksu .

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