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Watching it. I thought the first episode started out quite slow. I was tempted to stop, but I also realize now that it was essential. I'd say it's pretty good so far. The child actors are really good, which is refreshing. That's what keeps me going. I don't know how I'll feel about it once they go through the time shift.
It's definitely an interesting premise, but I can't form a full opinion on it yet. I'd definitely say give it a try. It's really heartwarming.
Sorry, I wasn't able to play earlier but there was an emergency. Another girl has cast eyes on my husband!
She is younger than me, taller than me, fabulously beautiful, a wonderful dancer and and is uh more endowed than me. She is also very sweet, and kind. But if that wasn't enough, oh no, she also the daughter of a Minister. A Minister!! Can you think of anyone more perfectly suited to capture his interest?!
Its quite good. I'm hooked by the time I got to ep 4. The kids performance...impressive. Get your tissues ready at ep 4. I'd miss the kids when the adults take over their characters. Can You Hear My Heart is now one of my can't wait for the next episode.
There are evil adults to hate. The relationship of the kids is really touching.
Lol I came to the thread to ask the same question! I haven't watched it but I'm considering it depending if people say it's good... it's too long for me to just jump into without knowing more.
It's good, heart warming show, didn't think it's slow, it had that warm feeling of 'Thank You',nice paced so far. This weekend the adult casts should come in, I'll see whether it's worth follow through. Hope the story won't be too heavy. This show has heart really.
I actually liked it right from the beginning......So far I'm finding it wonderful and very heartfelt...the actors, both young and old are great especially Kim Sae Ron, who is one kid that I can say will go places in her career...the veterans are pure gold too (Jung Bo Seok, Lee Hye Young, Jung Jae Young)...I was already getting teary eyed from episode two because of all the heartfelt moments betwen father and daughter but by episode four I was crying a river....the drama itself is very beautiful to look at with gorgeous cinematography....the one thing that is putting me off slightly is all the birth secrets or rather non secrets since all the characters seem to know about it now and there are some pretty hateful villains in there two though the one thing I do appreciate is that they are not all caricatured and seem to be conflicted and have some depth
Where can I watch it with English subtitles? I watched the first two eps with the subs, but now I can't watch it on viki. I've seen the eps raw, but does anyone know where to go for subs?
Good morning Open Thread! I've missed the last two weeks here because of being in my best friend's wedding in Alabama, and because I have been writing papers...
I'm here now, though, and I've finished the last assignment for my Master of Arts degree!!! I'm so happy I am practically floating around!
You know what this means, right? I now have SOOOOOO much more time to watch K-Dramas. Life, my friends, is very sweet right now.
I'm holding my breath and hoping that Best Love is fantastic, because those stills of CSW were making me drool...*crosses fingers and prays*
Hope you're all well! Have a feeling I'm just gonna lurk here today in reward for finishing my degree...
Master of Arts in Theological Studies from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in Missouri. I came here to learn to do in-depth academic study of theology and the Bible...it's been a really amazing experience!
Oddly enough, I won't be using this Master's degree directly in my career, although I know I'll use the skills in other areas.
Over the last two years I've worked with so many Korean exchange students here in my town, assisting them with English and editing for them, and it's shown me that I really have a love both for the Korean people and for teaching/tutoring in ESL situations. My bachelor's degree is in English, so it's not that surprising, really. As of August I'm going to be attending the Graduate Certificate in TESOL program at the University of Texas! The program lasts for two semesters, and I'll have my TESOL certification after that time.
The plan is to move to Korea in the summer or fall of 2012 and get a job teaching English in a conversational school or at a university in Seoul. My best friend moved back there at the beginning of this year and my heart's pretty much been in Seoul since then, so I would really like to move there at some point. We shall see!
I speak a little Korean but I understand quite a bit - when I'm listening to my Korean friends in conversation I usually understand 60-70%. I'm also planning to take Korean courses while I'm studying in the TESOL program, so hopefully by the time I go over I'll be able to speak much more!
Wow! 60-70% is a lot!!! I like to watch the shows RAW because I can't wait for the subs, but its more watching the actions. I only understand a word here and there.
I am so excited for you! Do you have plans to travel around Asia during your time off? I have a girlfriend who is a missionary in South Africa and she travels during her time off around the African continent. She teaches about AIDS and works with people with AIDS.
Well, I'm actually hoping to move there at least semi-permanently, so if I do that I'll need to periodically take trips outside the country in order to renew my work visa and things like that - so I'm thinking I'll travel to other surrounding countries during those times. But we'll see! I love to travel so I want to get as much as I can out of the experience!
**Waves at fellow Assembly of God person** And I'm in Alabama to boot! Woo!
On a separate note....what in the world is the bottled drink that was so popular in Secret Garden? Some kind of coffee? Or a vitamin drink? I'm really curious. None of the Korean markets near here have anything that looks remotely like it, although I've seen plenty of aloe and grass jelly drinks (whatever that is).
Congratulations on your degree!!! And congratulations on the extra time you'll have to watch k-dramas!!
I'm also SUPER EXCITED about Best Love. Not only because of the fantastic leads, or the genius writers, but since a virtual marriage that becomes real is like a gold mine of dramatic and comic potential. I'm like two steps away from counting down the days until this drama starts.
I have such a weakness for arranged-marriage stories!! I think it started back when I was a little girl reading fairy tales and stories about King Arthur and all that, but I can't seem to get the love for that theme out of my system!
I'm so excited about best love. I keep imagining cha seung won in a range of emotions and really goofy antics but not ridiculous. I have been marathoning hong sisters dramas starting with choon hyang ( which I'd say so far is their best) I'm also thinking it's silly of me to expect the male lead to have as much fun as the female lead. It's usually the woman's story with the guy being a solid but flawed character. And I don't want cha seung won to be flawed!!!!!
I know exactly what you mean! It is really important what the writers script for the male lead. I don't want to spill my beans here, but in my post I am gonna talk about just this thing! It's very intriguing how we all go through similar thoughts at the same time.
I would love to see this show too, but when I did a search, I could not find any descriptions for "Best Love". I did however, find The Greatest Love for Gong Hyo Jin on Dramawiki. Apparently, they are going with this title instead.....but yeah, I would love to see CSW do more upbeat, fun, romantic characters. Him and Gong Hyo Jin together, not so sure about that.... then again, I was unsure about him with Kim Sun Ah and they totally rocked City Hall...
okay part of that had to do with both of those actors being great actors in their own right as well as the characters that were created. I think seung won oppa is going to do a good job and I think since he is a hot commodity he wouldn't pick a drama that won't pay well and will have a crappy script.
It's so good to be back...when I was in Alabama I didn't have internet access except on my phone and I was going crazy! I'm probably just going to stay on this site 24 hours a day for a while now, LOL!
I think that for me 49 Days was like a surprise gift. One totally not expected, but something I really wanted, good entertaining, funny, slightly suspenseful drama. Everyone loves the characters!
unnie, I think it's best to wait and marathon! The viki unnies seem to be working very fast and I hope they keep up so there should be 4 episodes by next weekend!
He is adorable isn't he? Although I have to say my favorite character so far is Janice unnie. I love her and her craptastic mullet! She steals every scene she's in and is in danger of running away with the whole show completely. So far she has way more chemistry with SJS than the leading lady does. Unfortunately, for me, she's the least engaging character so far. I find her kinda wimpy and whiny, and totally blah...Only 2 episodes in though, so maybe she'll grow on me enough to find a reason to want her to end up with the manny instead of her sister.
is janice unnie byun jung soo? I could've told you she would rock the show. she is an amazing actress or at least I always get that feeling while watching her. She is also stunning.
She is hilarious! I can't wait to see what happens after viewing the previews. I could already see her with the Manny! Unrealistic script-wise, but she does steal the show! What a wild combo that would be.
maybe they'll make manny have a "twin" so that byun jung soo can end up with ji seuk too. by the way this a semi reunion for some bad couple alums. choi jung yoon had ( in my opinion so far,) the best role of her career in that drama. everyone since then has been a step back and I thought that she would come in to her own in manny but it seems byun jung soo is one upping her.
Except Episode 1 wasn't all that great in my opinion. They immediately revealed why he came back to Korea. I hate it when they don't tell us things right away, but they revealed a bit to early for me. As always, the selection for the English speaking characters was, um, bad. Would've been nice to randomly grab, oh say, maybe Danny Glover to play the part of the Mets Player (Coach?). Alas, it was not possible. Despite my love for Byun Jung Soo, her hair is horrible in the show. Looks like a mullet. They should've just kept it short instead of using that pony-tail-extension-thingy. Or, is that really her hair these days? And don't even get me started on the green contact lens. It's probably a part of her character, but man it just makes her close ups bad... in a laugh out loud snerk kind of way. The kids are lovable though, of course the Manny too. But that's just Episode 1, where they made the connections for the characters a bit too *sarcastically* conveniently easy. Hopefully, Episode 2 would hook me. X/
Your comment reminded me of something I noticed. Many times when they utilize English speaking characters, those people relay their script lines very slowly. At first I thought, why use people who don't speak English very well. But then I had another thought, maybe they are told to speak slowly so that the Korean speaking characters can pick up the cue to say their lines or follow along?
Yes, after watching (and stopped watching) Love Story in Harvard, I could see that slow speech from non-Korean actors was more important than acting skills.
Some of the non-Korean actors in that were HORRIBLE, and when they GOT ANGRY they SCREAMED at poor Kim Rae Won and Kim Tae Hee. I would have run off the set!
I think this is my first time writing in the thread although I go to dramabeans everyday!
Right now I'm totally loving 49 days! Thank you javabeans and girlfriday for recapping the drama. It makes the weekdays much more bearable with something to look forward too.
I wondering does anyone here watch the thornbirds? Is it worth catching the drama?
49 days premiered (stateside) last night. I don't mind being behind I love having dramas to watch on tv. My sister ( who is new to dramas) said that it seems to be more like drop dead diva than dead like me. thornbirds was on tv on wednesday night and I was watching during commercials on top chef masters ( which has replaced kelly choi) and there was one scene with nonstop crying I never want to be that miserable. There was also a good scene with an actress with cancer. I think I'll give it a try just to get an idea of how things go but from the spoilers someone has been posting it seems like a tiring drama a la sandglass.
Okay I'm halfway through episode 2 of 49 days right now and I am loving in it!!!!!!!! I love it. it is a total rip off of a few dramas but in a mocking way I think.
I wait until my quiet Sundays to watch the episodes so it's hard to post about it here and now.
I end up adding very late comments to OT in hopes someone reads them and replies.
If you do a search on some of the older OT's you'll see various comments through-out.
I know exactly how you feel! I watch bits and pieces on my quiet Friday and wait until Sunday to watch them with subs, so it's hard to share on this week's episode in the OT. I already watched 13 and 14 (w/o subs) and I can't wait to understand what they are saying because they looked like great and fast paced episodes.
same here! I wait till Sunday to watch it with subs and then the OT is already over and I go crazy because simply I wanna yell and talk about that evil women and that adorable second lead guy :(
I'm still waiting for the moment both YuKyung and Youngjo regret what they did to Jung Eun. I want them to suffer and cry and be so miserable. I'm not that evil but they both deserve it, don't they?
I don't get how that evil women act like a caring mother or a good daughter trying to look for her mother and see if she is doing well, as if she really cars, and at the same time is still doing all the bad things she used to do to her (only) frriend. aish, I keep yelling at my screen (chechaaa!? now you are crying!?! I don't buy that so don't ever try )
I feel bad for Kang Woo and I really want him to get the girl but I know that won't happen :(
Thorn Birds...eeeek....evil woman Yukyung!!
I really like Kang Woo. He really seems sincere & cares for JungEun. His challenge to court her made Youngjo propose to JungEun. I know that he's sincere to too but I feel as though he hasn't got over Yukyong, has he? Or its just that he's too busy with business because his goal is to do well & show Yukyung. His frequent business lunch with that fiery business woman might tempt him to betray Jung Eun.
Would the evil woman, Yukyung still want him back?
Maybe Kang Woo will offer his shoulder to JungEun to cry on.
I'm afraid to say more...for now...later. Enjoy!
As much as I want Joo Sang Wook to get the girl, I have to agree that he doesn't seem to love Jung Eung. He obviously cares for her deeply, but he is still affected by what happened with the evil Han PD. He simply cannot end up with that evil woman again... under any circumstances. Gah! my blood pressure just went up again!
Everything else being equal, by next week, I think I will start rooting for Kan Woo.
ORLY? I have only watched it raw, so I don't know how he sounded.
If he likes bad girls, which he has proven repeatedly, you are right.
My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma. Six more episodes, it could happen.
But I feel the same way about Kang Woo being too nice for JE.
"My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma."
Omo! That never crossed my mind, but I am now very nervous at the possibility. NO, writers, NO!
I'm so addicted to Thorn Birds is not even funny anymore. I love Young Jo to death. I agree with you all and I think he still doesn't love Jung Eun. And that effing official poster keeps bothering me! The one with Young Jo hugging Jung Eun, but holding Evil Fish Eye Biatch's arm. If you watch it closely is like he is trying to reach EFEB but Jung Eun is interfering between them. I don't like it one bit. It gives me nightmares at night. Also, how much I hate that, besides Twinkle Twinkle, this is the show that takes longer to sub (I really really love you subbers!!).
totally agree! I hate that poster too. It is like the not-so-evil guy get to win the nice girl while at the same time he is still trying to hold onto the so-evil girl!! ugh. She is there because she is stupid enough to believe him and he was selfish enough to let her in. aaaaaaaaaaah it drives me crazy :(
I didn't like both of them in this drama. I can't feel bad or sorry for them. They deserve more.
I'm sorry Jomo I find the lead girl in Thorn Birds terribly annoying. I feel like doing a Sadako on her; Sadako climbs out of the tv right? Well, I feel like climbing INTO the tv, clobbering her on the head and throwing her into a well. I just feel like screaming at her: GET A LIFE! WHY DO YOU LET THESE PPL WALK ALL OVER YOU? ARE YOU A HUMAN BEING OR A DOORMAT????? It's so ridiculous to do the things she does for Evil Woman....I know she's a thorn bird, geez I know they are ALL thorn birds but pleaseeeee I can't take the suffering silently thing anymore argh Just talking about it makes me annoyed! OK gotta go gaze at Kang-ahhhhh for kind, peaceful thoughts. Kang-ahhhhh where are youuuu
Really good. Best friends, one is so evil you love to hate & stomp, the other too nice she needs to be bad to deal with her evil best friend who bullies her & allows it.
The evil woman is full of hatred. She grabs the love interest of her naive best friend, frames her about a scandal she created that destroyed the lives of those affected. She dumps responsibility on her naive best friend...a family she could have had. 6 years later, evil friend comes back, stalking & bullying her naive friend. She's secretly jealous & perhaps regret but shock is a better word...that her friend is happy with a family that should be hers. Its now on ep 14...a happy event is about to take place for the nice friend...the evil friend turns up to stop it. Secrets maybe revealed from hereon...the secrets, lies & videotape scandal!!!
...continuing "Thorn Birds" where secret lies & the video tape maybe revealed...
Evil woman, Yukyung got a lot of explaining to reason out why she's stopping YoungJo "getting on" with JungEun.
As much as I'd love the union of YoungJo & "his kiddO", JungEun I'm not convinced yet that he's got the evil woman out of his sytem. Not yet...and I sense betrayal(seduction) with that fiery business woman if they keep on meeting...work, lunch, dinners...
I don't mind Kang woo with Jung Eun, he has shown sincerity & loyalty towards her since they met. I was touched when he asked YJ whose affection is greater for JungEun. YJ for being with her for 6yrs or his(Kangwoo) for missing her & longing for her those 6yrs. This chat prompted or maybe pushed YJ to pursue JE quickly.
Kang woo might still have a chance to show his love & care to JE. If YJ & JE love& trust each other strongly no one can separate them, but...*evil woman on the prowl*
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
OMG!!! TGIF!!! This week (or the next 2 for that matter) can not end soon enough! This is the home-stretch (sort-of, barring a little summer school) of undergrad for me. Anyone else studying for final exams, yet still lurking around dramabeans? =)
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
I just started 49 days last night. I'm glad I waited for two reasons one there are several recaps so I won't ever have a cliff hanger and all the current fans are testament to the quality. However there are a lot of you're beautiful fan's and I dropped it and picked it up and dropped it again. hmm
That's how I felt too, but she definitely grows on you whether you like it or not (and I don't!). Anyway, I'm super jealous that you get it subbed on TCK. But then again, I don't think I could've waited until now to start it.
I'd been holding off on 49 Days, also, because I just wanted to be sure that it would be enjoyable, but at this point everyone has pretty much convinced me...it's going on my list of dramas-to-watch!
I absolutely adore him. He is not the best actor... but there is just something about him....*sigh*
It seems that most of the characters he plays have a boyish quality to them, which I find endearing. However I would love to see him to take on a more complex character. I think if I saw him in a hot kissing scene I would spontaneously combust. That is a risk I'd be willing to take.
I LIKE ji jin-hee. He's good when acting comical character. I really like him in The Man Who Can't Get Married. I don't know much about his roles before Jewel in The Palace, seem like he got more serious kind of role. @.@ But I love him playing comical so... :3
I loved him in Dong Yi. Chonahhhhhhh! He was the reason I could watch every single blinking episode of that drama. He was good in Jewel in the Palace too. He starred in The Man Who Can't Get Married (good) and Spotlight (ok). He's been some others that I can't think of right now. Truth be told... I think he is hot. He wears traditional Korean costumes exceptionally well. Yep, he makes me all melty.
Just finished Dream High. Oh Sam Dong-ah, how you make this grown woman cry! Oh Jin Man, if there's a sequel to this show, you should be the star teacher the next time around. Didn't like the ending, though. It was sort of "Meh" to me.
On another topic: does anyone know a website that has Hair Show with English subs? I've not had any luck finding it.
After watching the last two episodes of "49 Days" I realize who the real hero is in "Dream High." The comments and idea about "allowing the person you love to misunderstand you so you do not have to offer excuses" is exactly what Jin-gook did. He takes a job and leaves "home" so that he can stay in Korea (not go to the USA) to be near his love. He is totally misunderstood and maligned for that.
I agree that the person who plays Sam-dong is the best actor, but I do not feel SD is the hero of the show.
Hi everyone.
Is Dream High worth to continue watching?
=)
Just want to know
Does anyone have the problem of almost never finishing a drama, but always starting new ones? I have like atleast 30 dramas i still need to finish watching... ;-;
What episode are you on now? In my opinion the earlier episodes can be a bit tedious to watch but it definitely gets better. Episodes 13 and 14 are the best.
endroinr do you stop watching because you suddenly get two or three dramas for the price of one? or do you reanimate disbelief when you're supposed to suspend it? It's true there are only a few perfectly rounded dramas and even those have a mother who loses her mind and mistakes her rival's son for her son and puts the knaso on her daughters childhood to adulthood love or endless boiler problems and a fire at the factory or a disapproving parent just when the couple reunites after the guy left without a word for 6 months, but you should still stick with them.
I have the same problem. The time is short and there's so much to watch. I'm also counting on what other people say/their reviews when deciding whether to start a drama or not. Innitially I wanted to try Torn Bird but base on what I read hear I think I pass. What I hate the most in Kdrama is when it increases my blood presure.
Yeah...if you don't like the feeling of loving to hate the evil woman in "Thorn Birds" the feeling of wanting to slap & pulling her hair...that face you love to hate!! But its good...has made my blood warm & circulate more.
*New Tales of Gisaeng* is a drama that does not have evil people...not very damaging as Thorn's...
The dance of GongJu got me watching at the start, Damo captivated the first time he saw Saran, they dated but must not touch! but they fell in love! Their fiery love story begins...
Then there's about parents looking for their kids they gave away or just found out about!
Damo is really cute, cocky but learning to mature through his passion (love) for Saran.
Love the song of Saran that made Damo choke, painfully regretting...
however the websites don't seem to be caught up with the tv. On tv it's episodes 30,31 this weekend and I think the websites only have until 22 subbed.
Hello all! This is my first time posting on the Open Thread... Am I the only one obsessed with 49 days?? :) The characters have such great chemistry, its hard to choose which couple to root for!!
I got excited when I saw the listing for a show called "While you Were Sleeping" then I read the plot synopsis. ... Sigh. Show, you got my hopes up for two minutes.
But it's okay, I'm already counting down for Baby Faced Beauty, Best Love and Lie to Me. So much to watch.
I might be one of the few watching Crime Squad. It's uhh I don't know, kind of dumb fun.
which channel is crime squad on and what came before it? I want to watch it for lee jong hyuk. I really want to see him get the girl ( I was disappointed when he didn't in powerful opponents)
I watch it online, but the internet tells me it's on KBS2 and Dream High was in that time slot before it. It's on Monday&Tuesdays nights. (The title is actually Homicide, if you're searching in Korean)
Still watching.
This is a warming up session before I see the scheduler in 49 days (I don't like his ramen hair do, he got so silky hair that makes you want to stroke your hands through it ~ o ~ )
You know I got this dilemma every Friday night here, should I feed my k drama addict daily dosage or hang out with you and others wonderful OTer. really tough decision I should make.
yeah unnie we can't do both. dramas on tv don't start until almost 10pm and I have all day saturday to watch dramas. so I usually go back and forth and try to do everything, but I have to admit ot loses.
You two have been so gaga over this show that I think I am going to be watching it too.! My Spring break starts next week so marathon time! What ep are you two up to?
I think Jomo has done watching RoI. I'm on episode 18 now. JIW with silky hair.... (I'm in process of brain washing the 1st female lead character out of my head, JIW with silky hair is enough, he can be both 1st male & female lead, he is the prettier one).
How could Jo Hyun Jae induce/reduce us to talking about his naked lifesize wax figure and blow job? I mean look at his innocent shy look! Is it the result of his sin provoking mouth?
Even the magnificent Mr. Hand Towel himself and his speedo couldn't drag us to this low. Hwe? Hwe?
That's what I love most. When a character comes into being and captures us into loving him with our whole heart. KANG AHHH!!!!
YY! YY! Where's my order?!
Are you sure it's talking you expected to accidentally happen betwen you and Kang ah?
*quickly taking Jo Hyun Jae chronic disease anti dose then recheck the respose to Jomo whether it contains any BJ or other words in that nature. Done. It works. Made a plan to convince MJP to invest her money in it too*
Ok get in line, girls. Kang-ah Hot and Waxy orders being processed right now in the YY Factory. For free, I'll throw in stilted dialogue; just press varying body parts and hear Kang-ah Hot and Waxy say mechanically:
Press
1. Lips: COME ON BABY KISS ME QUICK
2. Head: HEAD HURTS BABY KISS IT QUICK
3. Nose: NOSE HURTS BABY BLOW IT QUICK
4. Tummy: TUM TUM HURTS BABY FEED ME QUICK
5. Ass: HOT HOT BABY SHOWER ME QUICK
So what you get is Kang-ah's deep manly voice delivering each line in a flat monotone.
Are you currently taking any orders for other Korean actors? If so, could I have wax figures of the following:
Rain
Gong Yoo
Hyun Woo Sung
Park Shi Hoo
Choi Siwon
Kim Bum
Kim Hyun Joong
Chun Jung Myung
Kim Rae Won
Kim Jae Won
Jang Geun Suk
Joo Ji Hoon
Kim Jeong Hoon
Song Seung Hun
Lee Hyun Woo
Kwan Sang Woo
Hyun Bin
Won Bin
Jae Hee
Lee Dong Wook
Lee Sun Gyun
Cha Seung Won
Kim Min Jong
Kim Jae Wook
I like to be surrounded by PRETTY.
And since they are not the real actors, none of the ladies should be jealous or territorial, right?
Let me know when you are taking orders for Japanese actors and Taiwanese actors... :-)
Now what's my total? What do you prefer? Cash, Check, Money Order, or Credit Card?
Women fought each other to be the first to get their hands on the latest craze in town, Kang-ah Hot and Waxy life-sized wax figurines.
YY, owner of YY Factory that churns out the toys, said, "I haven't slept for 49 hours now. I've been up making Kang-ah Hot and Waxies since daybreak two days ago. I've got a partner, Ms Pipit, but she only appears on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, so I guess I'll just have to hang on till then."
Meanwhile, outside a 100 metre wall collapsed after a group of women led by a Ms Jomo managed to scale it on their bare hands and feet.
"I never gave up trying," said Ms Jomo. "No wall was going to keep me out."
Another woman, spotting a strange hairdo akin to dried Korean ramien and identified only as MJP, had already latched herself to the 100 metre high glass window pane before she was spotted by security and downed by a tranquiliser shot.
*looks around, hairdo akin to dried Korean ramien waving in the wind... quite psychotically, eyes rolling left-right, right-left, up into back of head and down again*
KANG-AH!!! KAAAAANNNNNGGGG-AAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!
*stands with head bowed, dejected*
Sign on YY's Factory for Kang-ah Hot and Waxy Life-Sized Figures reads:
SOLD OUT
*staggers down middle of road, hairdo akin to dried Korean ramien waving in the wind on tilted head*
An unidentified woman has been found by locals wandering the streets aimlessly. Attempts to converse with her have drawn a blank. The woman, who sports strange flattened and dry noodle-like locks, can only utter strange sounds like "ahhh" , "kaangg" , "blo" and "jo". The woman reportedly got very agitated when some locals asked her why she got into this state. She started jerking her head, screamed "WHY WHY" repeatedly and then fell into a deep faint.
Hospital authorities are running tests on her to determine her whether her name is "Blojo", a phrase she keeps repeating, and whether her head, which is perpetually tilted at an angle, has anything to do with her amnesia.
Should have seen it coming with the latest craze in town. But after the legend of Mr. Hand Towel and his speedo I honestly don't think we will have another legend to be proud of.
KANG AHHHH!
*stop counting the money and look for YY who could barely open her eyes let alone think to talk about what should be done about Jomo and MJP*
Thanks MJP!! (even though this is a bit late!) :) Here's a video I found that clearly shows how adorable our Kang is!! (Wouldn't mind my own real-life wax figure though! :D) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7uq6Xxhmzk
For a while, I was wondering what holiday you were speaking of.... gosh, I'm losing touch with reality. Unfortunately for me, Easter is smack dab in the middle of exams.... But for everyone else, have a blast and enjoy the warm weather!
the first 4 ep. are great , catching and make you wonder all the time, after the 5th ep i find it still good but the story is somewhat differ from earlier since most of the cards been out, still i find it better than a lot of high rated dramas, the sceneries are quit magnificent, the actors are perfect for thier rolls too.
j-moive eh kurosagi ( the only one I've seen and younger yamapi is just as cute as older yamapi)
k-movie arahan ( that one has some great moments and is funny)
The "Cruel Drama Drought of Early 2011" ! So true, so true!
If it weren't for the fact that 49 Days has really picked up the last few episodes, I think I would have shriveled and dried up waiting for May to get here.
Speed Scandal, Hello Ghost, I'd say Akunin but it's a dark movie, From me to You (aka Kimi ni Todoke) was alright. I don't know what you like but those are some recent good ones.
My first one was "A Moment to Remember" back in 2008. It totally HOOKED me on Korean Movies. I understand some people do not like it because it deals with an illness. It is, at least, hopeful and has such wonderful leads. One of the things that amazes me about it is the picture of Jesus knocking at a door on the wall opposite a bedroom. I think the director may be a Christian. The father's reference to Jesus being a carpenter and his analogy on a piece of wood (in the Director's Cut) made me wonder.
Then I watched "The Classic," My Sassy Girl," "White Valentine," "Innocent Steps," "He Was Cool," "Il Mare," etc. etc... So many sweet ones out there!
Casshern
G@me
Gokusen: The Movie
Instant Numa
Koizora: The Movie
Laundry
Memoirs of a Teenage Amnesiac
Nodame Cantabile: The Final Score - Part I
Nodame Cantabile: The Final Score - Part II
Robokon
The Returner
Tokyo Girl
K-Movies
100 Days With Mr. Arrogant
A Millionaire's First Love
A Story Sadder than Sadness
Antique Bakery
Attack on the Pin-Up Boys
Baby and I
Crush and Blush
Daddy Long Legs
Dating on Earth
Finding Mr Destiny
Haru : An Unforgettable Day in Korea
He Was Cool
Hello Schoolgirl
I'm a Cyborg But That's OK
Il Mare
Innocent Steps
Kiss Me Kill Me
My Boyfriend Is Type B
My Little Bride
My Tutor Friend
My Tutor Friend Lesson II
Seducing Mr. Perfect
She's on Duty
The Case of Itaewon Homicide
The Good The Bad and the Weird
The King and the Clown
The Man From Nowhere
Too Beautiful to Lie
Why Did You Come to My House?
Hi!!! it feels great to be able to share your thoughts about the dramas here!! :)
I try to watch dramas when they are finished and the subs are out, so I'm not so up-to-date, but I can't wait to get to see 49days!! I'm watching wish upon a star, and I'm Loving it!!!! the kids are unbelievable, I laugh out loud with it, then they give you that heart jerking moment to even it out, and I'm a sucker for dramas that make you cry( like "sorry i love you")!!
anyway, have a good Friday!!:)
I know I have announced my undying love for a different K-drama actor before every week, but THIS TIME, it is true love.
I am going to try to model myself after the ever true Mrs. Viola Choi.
All you need to do is watch "What's Up Fox?" and you will totally understand my pome:
Totally in love with,
can’t get enough of,
wanna make a baby with
Chun Jung Myung
With a smile that’ll liquefy
cares and things that make me cry,
God! I want to kiss this PIE -
Chun Jung Myung
Hand Towel, Kim Rae Won,
Joo Sang Wook, Kang-ah and
Go Soo, Hyun Bin - NOW it's
Chun Jung Myung
Yes, I’m being fickle for,
I wish I had a nickel for,
Every time I tickle for,
Chung Jung Myung
I was going to write a positive reply to your poem but I'm upset that you've thrown over kim rae won! I just can't understand it. I will not understand it. jeol dae!
yes, he does look good in green. He has a great smile. I'm not going to marry him though because I want to be a faithful wife and I couldn't possibly be.
Awwww Jomo that is so sweet that you mentioned me! :) *hugs* Did you see the post where Diadda nominated me and him as the chosen OTP of the group? I about fell over laughing! :)
Ms. Jomo, I see we have the same taste in men. Just one look at the ragged jeans the PIE used in the first episode of What's up Fox? was enough for me. I was sold.
We do have a difference though... I don't scratch and discard my precious men like you do Missy!! I like to keep them in my own harem :)
OMG the hand on the jean! I remember I choked on something when I saw that, I think it was my tongue!
But she deserved it (and enjoyed it I'm sure) for continue touching his chest and slapping his ass. (And here is where we lost the people that still haven't seen it. "Wait... are they still talking about a Kdrama here??? Chest and ass???" LOL! Yes, it is a Kdrama.
BTW, what is with you and these guys hands, woman??
LOL
Part of it is because of how we talked about CSW.
(** Sigh - I do love his hands in CH **)
But now that you made me think about it, a man's actions speak louder than his words. Being good with his hands means to me not only that he is skilled, but he does what he says he'll do. I have been lied to, and don't like it!
Disappointed by a man’s promise,
I'll doubt what he tells till he shows.
If his eyes are the window to the soul,
his hands open the door to my heart.
Linda I hate to say this but harem is no longer exist. Now you would be in court to defend yourself and end up having to do sometime for having a harem.
*in a very low voice* I know some people who keep a harem though....
They're NOT from here Viola but from another place where they have completely different point of views from us.
All the ladies here try to emulate your example. Just look at Jomo! *still gasping in shock*
I read a book about why women have affaires.
At reason number one, women say they fell in love "because he listens to me, and he looks at me when I am talking."
I think they know. That's why the number of men who are having an affair is quite concerning. Even at my work place I found out that there are actually many are having an affair with their own colleage.
The book wasn't a "How to Seduce a Married Woman" book, but a the psychology behind why marriages fall apart, and how couples stop paying attention to each other.
So when I said, "If men only knew how easy it was..." I should have written, "If husbands only knew how easy it was to KEEP their wives happy..."
Of course, women do the same thing. Men need to feel like ther wives feel THEY are the most important man in her life.
(Too many pronouns) Sounds easy, right?
After having kids, though, her focus switches off the husband. He starts to feel like a fifth wheel. The one on the back of the RAV4.
This reminds me of my phase of reading relational books.
My favorite analogy is "Women are spagetti and men are waffles."
For women everything is connected, but men tend to compartmentalize.
I think the male/female design differences can make it more difficult for husbands and wives (well, just men and women in general) to communicate.
One of my husbands favorite jokes is: "My wife is getting historical!" (Not hysterical, meaning women tend to bring up past events when they are considered unresolved in her mind.) Men don't like to hear the past continually brought up. And some times due to the man's tendency to compartmentalize, he just cannot grasp why the woman is like that. When couples go through communication issues, both are left feeling empty and seek external venues (other people) to fulfill their void.
But you guys probably already know this stuff, huh?
Anyway, the book I am talking about is by Bill and Pam Farrel. Here is a link if anyone is curious.
Mrs. Viola Choi said "if we write down something we really truly wish for it will come true"
I've just got mine. I wrote my wish for Kang Ji-hwan is in k drama again this year in OT couple weeks ago and BAMM Kang Ji-hwan cast in Lie To Me premier in May this year.
I swear it's true! Last year Brookeve and I talked about having a OT convention and the next week, Bam! JB and GF appeared in the Dramafever panel at Comic Con. :) So, be careful what you write down, you just might get it! :)
okay here's to writing wishes and them coming true:
I want kim rae won and shin dong wook to be in a drama about twin sisters. similar in pacing and tone as a hong sisters drama and still marry me.
OHHH I am sooo waiting for that time in my life....2 more years i guess!!!! All the best with it....Have fun watching and dont miss out on :
Boys Before Flowers [The first drama i watched...so Dreamy]
Coffee Prince [My all time favourite]
Secret Garden [I loved this one]
Dream High [For the Idols...and the songs]
And soo much more....Just go through Dramabeans's ratings its just soo TRUE....lead you to right dramas!
Phonpheeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!! *GLOMP* :) :) :)
I am HAPPY too! Let's share the HAPPY with all the people who are having a bad week! *throws silly strings of happiness* catch! :)
Come on let's hold hands and jump up and down!! :)
Just finished marathoning Thank You during the week which I found very heartwarming, with strong strong acting performances across the board. But the ending I found slightly unclear...Any of you folks on OT watched it and care to share your opinions? =D
-SPOILERY-
What's the significance of the penultimate scene where Young Shin asks Dr.Min for reassurance about the single mom being different thing? I'm not sure if it just doesn't translate well into English but I don't really understand the significance of the conversation/ meaningful stares they give each other.....
And also because of the voiceover conversation at the last few moments (with Min Gi Seo calling Bom and Young Shin his miracles) I'm assuming that they ended up together but it's also something that was never really clarified... Any thoughts?
-END SPOILERS-
Despite a somewhat disappointing and rather confusing ending (for me, at least) and some tiny flaws I did find Thank You to be a very fulfilling watch. Jang Hyuk performed with such an intensity, and Gong Hyo Jin was a delight to watch as usual! And Grandpa was AMAZING he made me cry countless times. A drama with seemingly simple plot but imbued with so much heart. I'm glad I picked it up.
On another note, so excited for Best Love and Lie to Me!! =D
oh, thank you is still right there at the top of my list, I Really loved it!
at the end they did end up together, but i can't really remember the scene you mentioned so no help there, sorry:)
but it's a drama I really recommend. as you said "it's full of heart" (and boom and grandpa are amazing) !
Thank You is wonderful... except the ending could be a little confusing... they did end up together.. not necessary as married couple.. but to me more like companion... they love and care for each other of cause the cutie spring....
from what i remember, i think young shin asking those questions was like her asking him if he can still love her as a single mother of a child with aids. that she is different, but can she still be loved. and his reply was of course yes. so in the end all 3 are happy together, not sure if they're married or just dating. but i liked the ending enough, but i did wish for little more.
Happy OT day! Another day off. Woot! What to do, what to do? It's been a rough week, with my brother in the hospital, but he is out now and feeling much better. It was quite an awakening for me and my siblings to realize that we don't spend much time together. My solution: convert them all into k-drama addicts or should I say avid fans like me! HAHA!
I ran my firs 5K in years last weekend and survive so that's a great plus! :D
Still watching and loving Thorn Birds. Just when I think I can't possibly stand watching the evil Han PD, Joo Sang Wook swoops in and all is forgotten... sigh!
Happy Friday everyone! Stay well.
It was a bit of both. It was for a good cause, and I wanted to see if I could do it. My poor body was not happy with me, but oh well, my waist will thank me later. ha!
Thank you for the prayers!
The Japanese guy who originally wrote "City Hunter"
(about which I never heard anything before, so I
had no clue as to what to expect) didn't allow his
story to be produced because, I assume, he didn't
approve of the previous "treatments" that were
submitted to him from potential producers.
So Lee Min-ho announces that he's playing the
lead in CH, with the author's approval, AND...THEN...
A WRITER COMES ON BOARD TO WRITE THE SCRIPT.
?????? Huh?
According to the fans, everybody in the cast is too
young for their parts, the story switches to the
President of Korea's "Blue House" instead of the
gritty, crime-ridden streets of Seoul, and according
to what I've read about "City Hunter" somewhere,
LMH is supposed to be.....AN EX-CIA AGENT!!!!
Uhhhhh, I think that you're supposed to be an
American citizen FIRST, before you can become
part of the CIA. Unless you're going undercover
to solve some crime with a Korean-American
connection, this "ex-CIA agent"storyline business
makes no sense and is totally ridiculous.
I wasn't one of the fans who screamed bloody
murder about the age difference between LMH and
Sohn Yi-jin when they started "Personal Taste."
Tell you the truth, I never SAW any age difference
between them at all, while watching PT. LMH may
be only 23, but he certainly looks older than that.
All of the above being said.....why do I have the
feeling that "City Hunter" will be a disaster? Why
was the storyline changed so much from the
original concept? I happen to think that LMH is
an exceptionally talented guy. But he ain't
Rumplestilskin. If you remember your childhood
fairy tales, he was the guy who was able to spin
a roomfull of straw into gold. I think that "City
Hunter" will end up being made up out of straw.
I was really looking forward to CH, but now,
I'm worried. A lot.
Please....... somebody tell me that I'm wrong. :(
you are wrong. come on think of all the times you were surprised by the exceptional performances by actors playing much older than their years how popular the blue house and ex-cia agents are these days. Everything is going to be alright, everything's going to be alright, everything is going to be alright- don't worry about a thing!
I think we have to re-organize our thoughts and not think of any resemblance to CH even though the drama title is CH. I like LMH's acting,so it should be ok. I don't think it will be a huge hit like BOF or Secret Garden (mainly because competition is stiff at that timeslot this time),but it will be decent as the director is good. I just hope for good writing.If the script is good, it will not be a mess.
If you have read the original story and really really really liked it, you won't like the drama.
How could it live up to what you have imagined?
They totally changed things, yes, and remade it into something new.
Will it be better than the orignal? IDK
I never read it so my expectations as a viewer are way different.
Is Lee Min Ho one of the hottest properties out there, and would I watch him stealing my last penny without moving?
YES! (I am doing the happy dance to ahjummabunny's song now!)
This'll be one of the ones I watch unsubbed, subbed, resubbed, postsubbed...
I'm just as miffed a you that they changed everything despite not having read the original 'cuz now it just sounds so boring.....i'm not planning on watching now despite Lee Min Ho because I suspect I will already have too much on my plate and all the other dramas sound so much more fun ........but then but if someone does say that its' good I will check it out later but for right now it's certainly out of my priority list...that said I am hoping it turns out to be a surprise win for LMH and Park Min Young's sake...the ratings prospects seem kinda bleak especially after Runaway and Athena which had similar premises turned out badly
Ripley, Baby-faced beauty and Lie to me is all a Mon - Tues drama, Don't know what to watch first since I love them all! LOL. Looking forward to Best love as well. This is the busiest May EVER!!!!!
Best kisses : Lie to me :P (there're kang ji-hwan & yoo eun-hye)
Shower scenes : IDK I've never watched KJH, Yuchun, or Daniel Choi shirtless before, but Lee Min-ho @.@ *giddy*(I presume, he's worked out to be a blue house agent, so I want to see the result ha, ha, ha)
Viewer satisfaction. The ratings game isn't too high on my list. I love Kang Hye Jung, but Ripley might get bad ratings because of she who cannot be named. But it's the most unique plot of the three from what I've read so far.
I'm hoping Jang Nara makes a good comeback - it's the role she was born to play. Yoon Eun Hye too, she really needs it. It's quite a battle of comebacks.
Yeah, I'm sort of fearful that viewers will be turned off by anything SWCBN does, but it's got Kang! Hye! Jung! Plus, some guy from some boy band won't hurt Ripley's chances=) And speaking objectively, the plot does sound wicked interesting.
Yep, that's a lot of comebacks to root for. I wish for YEH's safe return to being awesome too. I'm not familiar with JN's work (saw just a sliver of Successful Girl's Story) but I hope she does well too.
As for Wed-Thurs dramas, my bets are on Best Love. Come on Hong Sisters!
I actually had a little doubt when I went to recheck the start and end dates for the show. But yes, I would like some hours back from that show. (Some parts were ok. some.)
Happy Friday to you,
Happy Friday to you,
Happy Friday, Dear OT Commentors--------
Happy Friday to yyyyyooooooouuuuuuuuu!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh what a beautiful week of dramas! Oh what little time! I never EVER thought that I would actually find so many good dramas "live" that I would be what I consider "behind" on watching them. It's funny, because I always have the feeling that they are going to be pulled off the internet and I will have nothing to watch. But this phobia is not what I want to talk about!
I learned a lesson from watching the same storyline/show produced and broadcast from different countries. It may be taken from the same content, but each country has a way of taking it and making it their own. Of course, as we all know the kdrama-Boys Over Flowers, jdrama-Hana Yori Dango, tdrama-Meteor Garden.
But the one that I want to compare is near and dear to my heart. The kdrama-Playful Kiss and the tdrama-It Started With A Kiss. PK was the first kdrama I ever watched that made me fall in love with kdramas and find all the Asian dramas.
I never read the manga, so I don't know the original storyline, but I learned this week that even though I thought the Playful Kiss storyline was completely enchanting. I actually like the character developed by the Tdrama writers better.
I never really "fell in love" with BSJ, I could more relate to him as a person. With ISWAK, They made the male lead more human and relatable. I fell in love with the character Jiang Zhi Shu (JZS). He was very emotional and expressed himself with different emotions.
Please let me clarify: my comments have absolutely nothing to do with the actual actors whom I adore (both Kim Hyun Joong and Joe Cheng are great).
I am addressing the writing itself and how the drama writers chose to develop the character of the male lead. It is so vital to the character development between the main leads and the storyline itself.
ahjummabunny, this is what I mentioned in response to your comment in #2.2.2. The big "light bulb" was turned on in my brain when I realized just how important the writers of a drama need to make the character, not just the storyline development itself. My view has been expanded!
Now I am leaving for a bit because my 3 yr old son has colored all over the white table (top, sides, underneath, and legs) with "non-washable" crayons (using mostly a black crayon). I think he is protesting the lack of food in his stomache! Off to make lunch and clean up!
It start with a kiss is wonderful... and you should watch ISWAK 2 as well.. the chemistry between the 2 leads are excellent.... playful kiss along with the specials sort of combined both ISWAK 1 and 2 together.... honestly, the T version is better to my opinion... although I did enjoy k version quite a bit... have not watch the j version.
Happy Friday everyone!! It was such a Beautiful day in NYC yesterday. The first day that really felt like spring. :)
I went to Central Park with my friends and we basically ran around like children through the grass!
The locust trees, magnolia and weeping plum blossoms were all blooming and made the park look like something out of a Pre Raphaelite painting.
We found this hillside completely carpeted with daffodils and bluebells with a flowering cherry tree on the background!
To top it off I have no school for the next week and a half and my birthday is next Saturday! Tee hee! I am Happy! :)
Happy Friday everyone!! It was such a Beautiful day in NYC yesterday. The first day that really felt like spring. :)
I went to Central Park with my friends and we basically ran around like children through the grass!
The locust trees, magnolia and weeping plum blossoms were all blooming and made the park look like something out of a Pre Raphaelite painting.
We found this hillside completely carpeted with daffodils and bluebells with a flowering cherry tree on the background!
To top it off I have no school for the next week and a half and my birthday is next Saturday! Tee hee! I am Happy! :)
I agree with you MJP. ISWAK is rather long but that's why we could look right into the characters. The first thing I check before deciding whether to watch a drama or not is the story line so it plays a huge factor. But what makes me love a drama is the characters in it. How the actors develop/translanslate those characters then bring them to life.
PK is cute but to me it's a completely a new drama. A Kdrama that has only a slight resemblace to ISWAK. And I love it because of that. To make my point more clear: Boys Before Flower failed to blow me away or even catch my tinies emotion. It has similar story line/characters but I doesn't have the heart/feel that is abundant in Meteor Garden and Hana Yori Dango.
I think a good/interesting story line could turn into a disaster if the actors couldn't create interesting characters.
speaking of baby geun suk ah I got a message from mvibo that he has his own app. I thought I was a total fan girl this days, but I actually scoffed at that. so I haven't totally lost my sanity everyone!!!!
Tricky question because I note from research I had done previously that the days in seem to vary. But according to the most thorough information I have they will be in for 22 months. He went in in August 2009. So drop two months and he should be out in June 2011.
Anyone else watching New Tales of Gisaeng? What do you think? I think it is okay. The acting is not all that good, IMO. The story is slow and it is like 9,000 episodes long. Despite that.... I am addicted. Go figure. I am totally into the whole Ah Da Mo / Dan Sa Ran story line. I also like Sa Ran's younger sister and the cute boy with the two tone hair. I actually dig her dancing scenes, they amuse me! I can't believe it is only been 24 episodes and they have had two deaths already. I actually liked those characters, they seemed to push the story along.
I watched ten minutes of one episode and then flipped over to mbc's banja, banja (I can't remember the name in english now!!) but believe it nor not I'm watching smile, mom. It has veered to ridiculouser and is going to explode soon so I have to keep watching it. I think the drama coming after it is supposed to be good. I can't wait for smile, mom to end.
wait 2 people died already? i only recall grandpa.. dang my mind is failing me. i'm actually really digging the story, yea the acting is not the greatest but damo's hotness makes up for it! haha. he became so cute and adorable after moving into the gisaeng house. and gong joo's dancing scenes are so therapeutic and sonja is a cutie. i only wish his hair would grow faster. i think this drama does flashback scenes with the appropriate music very well.
Yeah... Ra Ra's grandpa and Da Mo's grandma. The grandma wanted DaMo to hook up with Sa Ran, remember? DaMo's hotness is totally making up for the lack o acting. I love that he is in the Gisaeng house now. Why oh why did Son Ja do that to his hair? It looks better parted on the side than in the middle though. Can it be that there are only two of us on the OT today who watch NTG?
wow i cannot believe i forgot that. they died like an episode apart. i definitely remember more people watching it. at least in the earlier OT. i don't know if they're still following it or not but it's getting better now that they're staying under the same roof. and heck we're halfway there!!! thank goodness it isn't over 50. whew! i loved the song sa ran sang. i only wish i knew korean bc it's proving to be quite difficult finding it.
Here! I'm a big fan of New Tales...Damo is really cute! I got use to the way he delivers his dialoque...I fits well with his cocky ways...like always wanting to get things done as he thinks...
I like his persistence to pursue Saran to make up for his mistakes & regain her trust. The problem is Saran will now more bad points for being a Gisaeng in the eyes of Damo's parents. I can't wait for her real parents to find her to give her more confidence with Damo. I was so angry with her greedy ambitious stepmom. for bullying & pushing her to be gisaeng.I'm touched with Dongjos love for her.
DongJos dance at the start made me watch...Saran & Damo's love affair, birth secrets lost & found.
Love the dance of Dongjo in ep 23/24? with SonJa. I love Sonja. Cute & nice! hope to see more of him in future.
It's three actually! since Son Ja's grandmother died at the beginning...
Yes, that's how crazy the show is, you can't even remember how many people died ^^;
Oh the music is good.
Anyway...sadly i had to stop watching dramas, because my graduation approaches :/. Hate studying! I just want to laze around and watching dramas 24/7....
I'm a romance novel fan (don't you hate it when people deride romance novels and think every one of them is a Danielle Steele novel?), though I've been too busy to read any this past year. I'm more into European historicals (Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, Connie Brockway, Loretta Chase...), but plan to check out other subgenres one day.
And yes there really is something just so rawr abt Jang Hyuk. *rawr*! =X =D I loved Please Teach me English!
I have horrific spring allergies usually starting by the last days of April continuing into like the 3rd week of May when my eyes are either itching like crazy, sticky, or filled with so much gunk that everything becomes blurry.
I'm trying to enjoy the nice weather too before all that happens, but it sucks how I have to stay in a lot to get assignments done for the end of the semester.
I LOVE regency era! They tend to be so very cliche but I still cant help but fall for the storylines.
My favorites have to be the marriage of convinience types, reforming rakes, brooding heros (but a no no to Healthcliff >_<), and charming beta males. Go figure; it's the very same traits found in many a k-drama hero. It must be universal :D
Some of my favorites have to be Garwood, Beverley, Kinsale, Lindsay, Foley, Gracie and Enoch.
Ugh! I soo dont want to suffer this season. Too much to do. We have to invest in some quality teas and allergy medication lol :D
@ asianromance: Out of Enoch's series, I prefer the 3rd book (England's Perfect Hero). While I'll read anything, I tend to like the smart good-natured types. And, if the heroine is TStL (or, flip side, a complete banshee), forget it. I wont even finish haha.
@ Viola: Heyer!! Oh man, there's so many. And the covers are so pretty :D I think, The Talisman Ring and The Convenient Marriage? I like Loretta Chase but her books take some thought to read; sometimes, I'd rather not think haha.
I LOVE HEYER! I've been slowly collecting the Heyers published by Sourcebook because of all the pretty covers. There are currently like 16 in my collection! My favorite is a toss-up between Devil's Cub and Frederica. My favorite Loretta Chase is actually Mr.Impossible (because Rupert is so hilarious and good-natured). They had recently changed the cover for the re-release of it into one of those generic clinch covers =/
Anyone watch The Manny yet? That flashback with the white family cracked me up. They were like BLONDE HAIR. WIFE WANTS THE MANNY. HUSBAND HAS SHOT GUN!
lol, I cracked up at that too! Foreigners portrayed in Korean dramas/movies always make me amused (unless they're the badass asian foreigners.... then they're usually either hired killers or gangsters lol)
I also love how they're turning the manny thing into like this specialized field. Yes, you can get a degree in childcare, but you don't have to go to an ivy league school to do it. He's like a genius babysitter lol.
anyone watching I believed in Men? the description is so vague and I've only seen a part of the first episode. I was excited to see wang bit na after her wonderful booki but she seems so normal. also, anyone watching all my love/ my love my family with lee pil mo?
It's well hidden in an "L-shaped" mall with the
back of a Shop-Rite (I think) facing the road.
You'll have to call 411 to get their phone number,
so you can get better directions than mine,
and be able to find the place. I hope you do,
and that you enjoy it! :)
ahh, I think that was in reply to me? haha. Thanks for the recommend! I'll look it up.
I'm going to be around for like, a week visiting people as well so I wanted something to do with my time XD
So someone mentioned on the last thread about the casting of Kang Ji Hwan and Yoon Eun Hye in the upcoming drama Lie to Me and their kissing scene and it got me to thinking that a lot of Kdramas don't seem to do kisses right. I am finding that the few T-dramas I gave watched all seem to have actual kisses. What is the hottest kiss (and by extension, hottest/sexiest couple) in a Kdrama? I mean a kiss/couple that makes you swoon....I think mine would be City Hall's Cha Seung Woo and Kim Sun Ah....the attraction between them was great. I liked Creating Destiny's couple however, the attraction did not really build well.....
I liked the kiss between sun woo sun and "park tae joon" in will it snow for christmas when she was in the hospital after attempting suicide and go soo and han ye seul's kiss when they find each other in their hometown. there was something very sexy about it.
emm for me hot kiss in k drama means both side have to be active participant in the kiss and please not just touching lips. I hate that just-touching-lips-one-side kiss, better watching erotic hand-holding, hot eye-glancing, and romantic light kiss than that. UGH
My fave hot kiss still belong to KJH & PSY in Coffee House, but Coffee Price has hot kiss too.
Having done and in-depth review of many kissing scenes during my kdrama viewing days, (purely for my own enjoyment...I mean academic pursuits*cough*cough*) I feel somewhat qualified to respond to this.
It's hard to beat CSW & KSA in City Hall.The kiss scenes between YEH & GY in Coffee Prince are classic. I melted at the kiss between PSH & KNJ in the last episode of QOR.
The Tdrama kisses are generally acknowledged to be better, but I do think Kdramas are beginning to catch on to the concept that there's nothing romantic in watching a man kiss the heck out of a fence post.
So, there you have it, my purely voyeuristic...errm professional opinion.
I was a T-Drama Addict before I became a K-Drama addict and you're definitely right on with this one. After making the switch, I noticed that a number of K-Drama hallmarks are missing in T-Drama and vice-versa. This is what I've noticed the general trend to be, but of course there are always exceptions:
- KDrama kisses tend to be chaste and the girl rarely responds. It's almost never open mouthed. TDrama kisses tend to be full on make-out status most of the time.
- KDrama wrist-grab occurs much less frequently in TDrama though it does happen.
- TDrama comedy tends to be much more slapstick and ridiculous (something KDrama fans seem to have trouble getting use to, but to each their own right?). KDrama has a lot of meta jokes which is sorely missing from TDrama.
But anyway, TDrama has hit a huge slump in recent months, so it's kind of hard to compare on the same level as the better produced Kdramas currently. Hopefully things will turn around with "Love You" "Sunshine Happiness" and "Combat Butler".
I know "Love You" aka "Drunken to Love You" is supposed to be in the same flavor as "Fated to Love You" (same director & writers?) but it just doesn't seem as racy as its predecessor. However, Joseph Chang is just racy sexy in general. So I guess that's sufficient.
there's a definite slump in T-dramas. They tend to be more open in terms of sex, singles culture, and general lifestyle but I find the drama as a whole to be very generic, with a cheap day-drama look.
I love dramas, of all sorts, but T-dramas tend to blend the K-daily makjang too much lol. There's one too many "Oh, hero doesnt know he has a child/mommy problems/secret brother/etc, falls in love with new girl, angst angst angst" thing going.
There are some hot k drama kisses. Off the top of my head, 9 end 2 outs, Robbers, Thousand Years of Love, Capital Scandal. <--- I think they prize innocence in a girl more though.
You are right about the wrist grab, however, T-Dramas seem to specialize in ARM grabs! so freaking annoying... one character (the lead girl in smiling pasta, a T-drama) actually told the lead guy off in a scene, for always dragging her around and that it made her feel like a dog. I almost cracked up because at that moment, it was like she just read my mind!
What exactly are meta jokes? Metaphorical? I am not sure I can say that I agree if that's the case. That might be because I don't speak Korean and meanings do get lost in translation.
One thing I will say is that T-drama fashion/living seems to more closely echo real life. For example, in Down with Love, the characters clothes are down to earth and reflective of their status AND they repeat clothes whereas in dramas like Smile, You (K-Drama), even though Lee Min Jung's character lost all her belongings and worked crappy jobs, she still had a new coat almost every other day...what the heck? Where did she get the money for it, and more importantly, where the heck did she keep all her clothes in that tiny house?
It is so distracting seeing all the clothing changes (and the shoes) in K-dramas which don't fit with the character's situation that I often really enjoy when they have to wear uniforms as part of the character like in Coffee Prince (loved it)
Most Korean dramas kisses that I've seen were limp. Usually the man's lips kissing the woman's lips without moving. Limp because the woman won't even move her arms to hug the man kissing her. A kill joy to romance.
Recently, I've seen more passionate kissses in kdramas. Passionate because they are both engaged in the act hugging & moving their lips.
In Hong Gildong, there's a scene where Jang Geun seuk kiss the sleeping Sung Yuri's character...in an interview Yuri was surprised when JGS opened his mouth while kissing her! There's more to that...from youtube "Hong Gil dong cast interview"
cham yeopoda? or something like that? is it out already!!! oh my goddy, goddy, godd!! why did I waste 23 years of my life not watching k-dramas. I have soo much to catch up on. I wish to quit my job and make money watching k-dramas.
I want to ask you something, since this is RAW. The end of episode 8 and starting out episode 9 has these lines (warning this is what I think I am hearing):
Kim Tae Hoon as Park Chi Young says, "Deega boonday saguaranya? Deega boonday!!!" And throws a punch.
Hyun Woo Sung as Byun Kang Soo recovers from punch and replies, "Da? Koo you young ya koonja!"
Kim Tae Hoon as Park Chi Young looks shocked for moment then questions,"Koonja?" and snickers.
I have no idea. I'm not fluent a 2 year old probably has more vocabulary than I do. If you're hearing with a drama-keen ear I think it's yakun because the guy throwing the punches seems to be asking what are you saying about loving or who are you saying you love. the ja/cha is throwing me off. I think if I knew what was going on I could figure it out better.
ahjummabunny is a state of mind.
This is what happens when I see you using Korean in your comments. I just jump to crazy conclusions... All the time... I never stop... Maybe I should change my name to EnergizerBunny? I just keep going... and going... and going. :-)
Been watch Jdrama last few weeks.. finish all 3 Gukosen along with the moves.. love it... a lot of eye candies on each of them...
I also finished Mei-chan no Shitsuji, Absolute Boyfriend (Zettai Kareshi), Atashinchi no Danshi, Hana Kimi, Nobuta wo Produce, akai ito, koizora and Kimi wa Petto... may I just say Saito Tomohiro, Miura Haruma and Matsumoto Jun are excellent actors and definitely my fav... too bad that I heard Saito tomohiro is not going to act anymore and to become a writer... I gonna miss him...
i know it's a lot of drama... so a lot of late night for me.. but it's all worth it... and i also rewatching tdrama Devil beside you... still love it...
OHHH I started with Japanese dramas and moved onto Korean after!
You have to watch 1 litre of tears [ as teh name suggests.....LOVE IT], Mr. Brain[ BRILLIANT AMAZING ....and too short] , Last Friends[kinda slow though]....Hana Yori Dango!!! [There is no replacement for the great 'Doumyoji Tsukasa' and 'Makino tsukushi!]...ive watched more..but i dun remember them now :P
OH and i remember Tatta hitotsu no Koi.....and Hotaru no Hikari....Ayase Haruka is the PRETTIEST Japanese actress ive ever seen....and Hotaru no Hikari just proves it all the more....despite eevrything she does in it...shes sooo CUTE!!!!!
I LOVE J-drama, of the Kimura Takuya circa early 00s variety lol.
J-drama, if done right, mixes the best of Korean storyline with T-drama chemistry.
But, being more of a romance [with a happy ending] fan, K-drama/Bollywood has kept its hold on me. For some reason, J-dramas tend to end more tragically, are more unsatisfyingly sad than K-dramas can be (even the tragic K-dramas).
Maybe it's a cultural thing? Or maybe that's the formula that has been done for ages and works?
But, I'm more of a "Pride" "Propose Brothers" or "Nobuta wo Produce" fan than the "ProDai" or "1 Litre" type.
I also like the "Ikebukuro west gate park" or "GTO" style dramas....
omg i sped through all 3 gokusen in 3 days i think. too many pretty boys. haha. i loved nobuta wo produce and tatta hitotsu no koi. kame is such fiiiiiine actor, but why he grosses me out as a singer is a sad sad thing. stop waxing your eyebrows! they hardly exist anymore :(
ayase and mukai osamu are so adorable in hotaru no hikari 2. and buzzer beat! yamapi was actually acting in that one! miura haruma is another favorite. which reminds me, i need to catch up on Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta.
Has anybody here watched God Of Study? If yes can you please tell me if it's worth continuing after episode 8? Or will I continue to throw things at my pc everytime Kang Seok ho does something inhumane to the kids under the guise of "studying"? It's so frustrating to watch right now.
Addicted to Manny, I am. I really haven't been following any other Kdramas tis season. I have been catching up on a few Kfilms instead when time permits. Oh, I do have a sudden urge to run a Goong marathon. Princess Hours all of a sudden feel so right at the moment. I think my subconscious is telling me I need to get pampered for my own good.
I am ready for some dim sum tomorrow morning. Start of a zen wkend...
Started watching Manny too. Too be honest I only picked it up because of Seo Ji Suk haha.
Totally flipped when I saw little Jung Da Bin as Eun Bi. Has it really been that long since Wonderful Life?! Overall, I think it's okay. I'm really getting no chemistry between the two leads though. I think he has more potential to be with the older sister (who is killing it!)
One series that I'm really really into though is Listen to my Heart. Saturdays cannot come sooner!! I honestly don't see how people found it slow to begin with. To be honest I think the pace is amazing. Great setup for what could happen in the future. My crack drama of the week, I think more so than 49 days.
So far Listen To My Heart is AMA-ZING!! Granted, it's only been episodes and KJW hasn't even come out yet but not one second of it has disappointed me so far. All the kids are amazing and as always, Jang Bo Seok is nailing his character. This drama has a lot of heart and I'm all praises for it.
I really really hope that the adult counterparts don't screw this one up lol
Yeah, the older sister seems fiery and has her hands full... of chiseled models. > , <" Isn't E03's preview all about accusing her sexual harassment? The manny does look like he has more chemistry titrating with the older sister. The younger sister/divorcee is living in oblivion and more whiny for now.
The universal law of any drama, isn't it all about the phase of transformation? The older sister is already a swan, whereas the younger sister is dormant in her ugly duckling phase awaiting for her swan makeover. And for some men, they fall for women changing for the better like it's one of his achievements in life to a trophy wife, right?
Well put! There is a lot of improvement when it comes to the younger sister, but I'm willing to stick this one out for a while at least. And Choi Jung Yoon really isn't a bad actress, it's just her character that needs to toughen up a bit lol
I like the manny in Manny. I like the lead actor...I've seen him in a few long series dramas. He's cute so I keep watching. I don't mind the fiery character of Janice. Being a model she's suppose to be fiery & arrogant! But I don't like it when she sneaks to get him in a tutu & post it. Childish! Might backfire on her. The client who chose manny to be the model for the product might cancel the contract!
I'm not really keen with whom he pairs in love...the mom is awkward with her ways. Maybe she will turn to a swan later with manny around.
It was such a Beautiful day in NYC yesterday. The first day that really felt like spring. :)
I went to Central Park with my friends and we basically ran around like children through the grass!
The locust trees, magnolia and weeping plum blossoms were all blooming and made the park look like something out of a Pre Raphaelite painting.
We found this hillside completely carpeted with daffodils and bluebells with a flowering cherry tree on the background!
To top it off I have no school for the next week and a half and my birthday is next Saturday! Tee hee! I am Happy! :)
Mmmm, cake. The main grocery chain here has a bakery that makes a mini cake called "Chocolate Indulgence." It isn't at all like what the recipes I am seeing online.
It looks like this:
Shaved Dark Chocolate Curls Coating The Top
Rich Creamy Chocolate Mousse
Deep Rich Moist Dark Chocolate Cake
Rich Creamy Chocolate Mousse
Deep Rich Moist Dark Chocolate Cake
I wish I'd watched more than half of 3 episodes of midas but what the heck is that show about? It's so sparkly and nothing's going on. hmm quite like midas.
Okay I was walking to the mall and I saw this really cute couple walking in my direction. They were Asian decent and fashionable and holding hands! I thought they were so cute. Like they walked straight out of a fashion magazine.
BUT upon further inspection they actually weren't holding hands, he was holding HER WRIST and they were walking together like that!!!!!
I was like "huh?" I thought that only happened in kdramas, not real life.
Hence my confusion.
I don't know if their background was Korean, but to anyone who has lived in Korea, (or Japan, China, Taiwan) does this wrist grab thing actually happen in real life?
Girl my casual glance ended up being a STARE. I had to play it off. I was seriously like "Is he holding her wrist...why is he holding her wrist....that happens in real life....seriously?"
Maybe she wanted to go back to the mall and he was like "No, we're leaving." or something. But they actually looked really chill about it.
last week this tv show on cbs called chaos featured a north korean couple reuniting after the husband defects to the us ( I supsect the actors were chinese their korean was bad the words were good just the accents were off) anyway they're both risking their lives for each other and when they meet a handshake. my sister and I cracked up laughing because we were both unsurprised.
I watched this MV last night for the first time, and it's a good clip. It may have been filmed at the Mojave Desert while they were here filming "Tonight" in Vegas.
That song is pure ear candy! It's so refreshing and cool!:) I've played it over sooooooo many times and actually waited for the MV release (which was 4am my time)! Hahahahahaha! BB is my current obsession (in lieu of a good drama). I wait for their perfs in music shows every week.=P
And OMG TOP! All the VIPs were spazzing about the orgasm face he made during their comeback performance for LOVE SONG! OMG THAT FACE!!! (at the 0:14-0:15 mark in this vid: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbUUPg78mrE)
GD&TOP are so beautiful. GD's so mesmerizing every time he performs.
Yes, great song, very catching. The official MV already has 2,200,000 hits in 3 days.
I saw the video you posted, and is TOP using the same hat Kang Ah used in his last photo shoot???? To quote someone, the one a drag queen police would wear.
I watched Kim Sam Soon eleventy times.
Something always bothered me.
Why three sisters?
Why when we only meet two of them.
We never ever talk about Sis #1.
Why couldn't they just eliminate the character?
Well, I was watching another show and they said, "I am going to name my third child SAM SOON."
I was, like, OH! I get it. That's what SAM means = 3!
Duh!
"Sam Soon" is not a funny name; it is just an ugly, old-fashioned name and that's why she hates her name so much in the show.
Like the other answerer mentioned, any name with "Soon" was common back in the 1930s or 1940s. Plus, "Sam" means "three" or "third" and she got her name "Sam Soon" because she is a 3rd daughter of her family. Her grandpa was so upset about having three girls in a row and named her in a tacky way.
If you are an English speaker, think of names like "Gertrude", "Mildred" or "Eleanor". Apparently, they are not so pretty names for young ladies.
THANK YOU JOMO! :)
I always wondered why was she THAT obsessed about her name? It sounds pretty to a English speaking person. How bad does it sound in Korean?
hey jomo I think they mention it in the drama actually. I recently picked it up on my second watch when I was introducing my sister to drama addiction.
Ha! I picked that up in Giant too, and smiled to myself. I think I have watched ep14 of Kim Sam Soon hundred of times, and I still laugh at the karaoke scene. It never gets old :)
lol! The drama with Jang Hyuk and the little kiddo with AIDS right?
Whatever did happen to the brother. I really sympathised with his short moments on the show. Didnt they say he went off to the army?
Wouldn't he have an exception as the sole male caregiver of the family with several dependents?
I honestly don't remember what happened to him. Dog, the dog, had more screen time than the brother. Dog even had a happy ending because Dr. Min stopped kicking his house :)
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1 Elaine
April 15, 2011 at 6:50 AM
Happy friday guys!!!
Anyone watching can you hear my heart?
Any good?
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Sarah
April 15, 2011 at 7:34 AM
Watching it. I thought the first episode started out quite slow. I was tempted to stop, but I also realize now that it was essential. I'd say it's pretty good so far. The child actors are really good, which is refreshing. That's what keeps me going. I don't know how I'll feel about it once they go through the time shift.
It's definitely an interesting premise, but I can't form a full opinion on it yet. I'd definitely say give it a try. It's really heartwarming.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:52 AM
I agree the start was slow.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:57 AM
By the way, Where IS Ms. Viola Choi today? Will she be coming out to play?
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pipit
April 15, 2011 at 6:18 PM
Her husband is sulking handsomely so she decides to play with him.
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:19 PM
PIPIT!!!!
Have you come to play today?
Yes, Viola's husband does require a lot of care. I have heard he is very much into a daily routine.
Viola
April 17, 2011 at 7:07 PM
Hi MJP! :P I feel loved!!
Sorry, I wasn't able to play earlier but there was an emergency. Another girl has cast eyes on my husband!
She is younger than me, taller than me, fabulously beautiful, a wonderful dancer and and is uh more endowed than me. She is also very sweet, and kind. But if that wasn't enough, oh no, she also the daughter of a Minister. A Minister!! Can you think of anyone more perfectly suited to capture his interest?!
MJP
April 17, 2011 at 10:02 PM
Viola,
Since I recently watched "It Started With A Kiss" tdrama, I have to encourage you not to give up your man.
As for her being a daughter of a minister, the daughter is NOT her father, so don't worry. I've heard it said so many times that PK's are human too!
http://vodpod.com/watch/3315380-satanic-rock-artist-pastors-kid-alice-cooper-returns-to-jesus-mp4
Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 7:47 AM
Its quite good. I'm hooked by the time I got to ep 4. The kids performance...impressive. Get your tissues ready at ep 4. I'd miss the kids when the adults take over their characters. Can You Hear My Heart is now one of my can't wait for the next episode.
There are evil adults to hate. The relationship of the kids is really touching.
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queencircles
April 15, 2011 at 7:48 AM
Lol I came to the thread to ask the same question! I haven't watched it but I'm considering it depending if people say it's good... it's too long for me to just jump into without knowing more.
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Dara
April 15, 2011 at 8:04 AM
It's good, heart warming show, didn't think it's slow, it had that warm feeling of 'Thank You',nice paced so far. This weekend the adult casts should come in, I'll see whether it's worth follow through. Hope the story won't be too heavy. This show has heart really.
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Dara
April 16, 2011 at 11:03 AM
KJW showed up in episode 5 tonight, he's awesome and his smiles...aww Loved this episode.
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MJP
April 16, 2011 at 11:26 PM
Yippee!!!!
I'll start watching it again now.
A big "SORRY" to the lovers of the back story business, but I want to get moving to the adults already!
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danna
April 15, 2011 at 8:07 AM
I actually liked it right from the beginning......So far I'm finding it wonderful and very heartfelt...the actors, both young and old are great especially Kim Sae Ron, who is one kid that I can say will go places in her career...the veterans are pure gold too (Jung Bo Seok, Lee Hye Young, Jung Jae Young)...I was already getting teary eyed from episode two because of all the heartfelt moments betwen father and daughter but by episode four I was crying a river....the drama itself is very beautiful to look at with gorgeous cinematography....the one thing that is putting me off slightly is all the birth secrets or rather non secrets since all the characters seem to know about it now and there are some pretty hateful villains in there two though the one thing I do appreciate is that they are not all caricatured and seem to be conflicted and have some depth
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blahblahblah
April 15, 2011 at 5:03 PM
Where can I watch it with English subtitles? I watched the first two eps with the subs, but now I can't watch it on viki. I've seen the eps raw, but does anyone know where to go for subs?
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ck1Oz
April 16, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Softsubs are out from viki till ep 4
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Cindy
April 15, 2011 at 9:08 AM
I'm thinking of starting but I'm not sure if I will like it TT_TT
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 11:39 AM
The way I read you comment made me laugh:
"I’m not sure if I will like it STONEHENGE."
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 12:00 PM
Hahaha Jomo! :)
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2 Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 6:53 AM
Good morning Open Thread! I've missed the last two weeks here because of being in my best friend's wedding in Alabama, and because I have been writing papers...
I'm here now, though, and I've finished the last assignment for my Master of Arts degree!!! I'm so happy I am practically floating around!
You know what this means, right? I now have SOOOOOO much more time to watch K-Dramas. Life, my friends, is very sweet right now.
I'm holding my breath and hoping that Best Love is fantastic, because those stills of CSW were making me drool...*crosses fingers and prays*
Hope you're all well! Have a feeling I'm just gonna lurk here today in reward for finishing my degree...
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:09 AM
We missed you!
Congrats!
What is your major?
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:14 AM
Master of Arts in Theological Studies from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in Missouri. I came here to learn to do in-depth academic study of theology and the Bible...it's been a really amazing experience!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:55 AM
Portia,
What are your plans now? What type of work are you planning to go into?
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 8:06 AM
Oddly enough, I won't be using this Master's degree directly in my career, although I know I'll use the skills in other areas.
Over the last two years I've worked with so many Korean exchange students here in my town, assisting them with English and editing for them, and it's shown me that I really have a love both for the Korean people and for teaching/tutoring in ESL situations. My bachelor's degree is in English, so it's not that surprising, really. As of August I'm going to be attending the Graduate Certificate in TESOL program at the University of Texas! The program lasts for two semesters, and I'll have my TESOL certification after that time.
The plan is to move to Korea in the summer or fall of 2012 and get a job teaching English in a conversational school or at a university in Seoul. My best friend moved back there at the beginning of this year and my heart's pretty much been in Seoul since then, so I would really like to move there at some point. We shall see!
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:44 AM
Do you speak Korean?
Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 10:44 AM
I speak a little Korean but I understand quite a bit - when I'm listening to my Korean friends in conversation I usually understand 60-70%. I'm also planning to take Korean courses while I'm studying in the TESOL program, so hopefully by the time I go over I'll be able to speak much more!
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 3:33 PM
Wow! 60-70% is a lot!!! I like to watch the shows RAW because I can't wait for the subs, but its more watching the actions. I only understand a word here and there.
I am so excited for you! Do you have plans to travel around Asia during your time off? I have a girlfriend who is a missionary in South Africa and she travels during her time off around the African continent. She teaches about AIDS and works with people with AIDS.
Ashley Thomas
April 16, 2011 at 10:07 AM
Well, I'm actually hoping to move there at least semi-permanently, so if I do that I'll need to periodically take trips outside the country in order to renew my work visa and things like that - so I'm thinking I'll travel to other surrounding countries during those times. But we'll see! I love to travel so I want to get as much as I can out of the experience!
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 1:39 PM
Portia,
Be encouraged to follow Father's leading, huh?
StacyA
April 15, 2011 at 12:45 PM
**Waves at fellow Assembly of God person** And I'm in Alabama to boot! Woo!
On a separate note....what in the world is the bottled drink that was so popular in Secret Garden? Some kind of coffee? Or a vitamin drink? I'm really curious. None of the Korean markets near here have anything that looks remotely like it, although I've seen plenty of aloe and grass jelly drinks (whatever that is).
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Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:10 AM
Congratulations on your degree!!! And congratulations on the extra time you'll have to watch k-dramas!!
I'm also SUPER EXCITED about Best Love. Not only because of the fantastic leads, or the genius writers, but since a virtual marriage that becomes real is like a gold mine of dramatic and comic potential. I'm like two steps away from counting down the days until this drama starts.
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:17 AM
I have such a weakness for arranged-marriage stories!! I think it started back when I was a little girl reading fairy tales and stories about King Arthur and all that, but I can't seem to get the love for that theme out of my system!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:20 AM
I'm so excited about best love. I keep imagining cha seung won in a range of emotions and really goofy antics but not ridiculous. I have been marathoning hong sisters dramas starting with choon hyang ( which I'd say so far is their best) I'm also thinking it's silly of me to expect the male lead to have as much fun as the female lead. It's usually the woman's story with the guy being a solid but flawed character. And I don't want cha seung won to be flawed!!!!!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Bahaha...lets' just admit it - no one wants CSW to be flawed! We just want him and his perfection to continue burning up the screen eternally... XD
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malta
April 15, 2011 at 9:49 AM
Burn that screen up! I agree 100% :)
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:58 AM
ahjummabunny,
I know exactly what you mean! It is really important what the writers script for the male lead. I don't want to spill my beans here, but in my post I am gonna talk about just this thing! It's very intriguing how we all go through similar thoughts at the same time.
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chiomy
April 15, 2011 at 11:37 AM
I would love to see this show too, but when I did a search, I could not find any descriptions for "Best Love". I did however, find The Greatest Love for Gong Hyo Jin on Dramawiki. Apparently, they are going with this title instead.....but yeah, I would love to see CSW do more upbeat, fun, romantic characters. Him and Gong Hyo Jin together, not so sure about that.... then again, I was unsure about him with Kim Sun Ah and they totally rocked City Hall...
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:17 PM
okay part of that had to do with both of those actors being great actors in their own right as well as the characters that were created. I think seung won oppa is going to do a good job and I think since he is a hot commodity he wouldn't pick a drama that won't pay well and will have a crappy script.
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April 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Congratulations. :D
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:52 AM
Thank you thank you!! :D
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 7:25 AM
Congratulations on your degree~ I bet it was hard being away, glad you're back!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:53 AM
It's so good to be back...when I was in Alabama I didn't have internet access except on my phone and I was going crazy! I'm probably just going to stay on this site 24 hours a day for a while now, LOL!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM
Portia,
It's great to read from you. A big YIPPEE for finishing the last assignment on you Master of Arts degree!!!
Have you stared watching something? There is so much to watch now. The drought of good kdramas has ended!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:55 AM
Just started watching 49 Days this morning! :) It's so nice to have time to do this again without feeling guilty because I'm not writing papers.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 8:02 AM
I think that for me 49 Days was like a surprise gift. One totally not expected, but something I really wanted, good entertaining, funny, slightly suspenseful drama. Everyone loves the characters!
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mellowyel
April 15, 2011 at 8:20 AM
congrats!!!
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:25 AM
Welcome back! Congrats on your degree, that is no small treat! I am also counting the day until Best Love: CSW is the man! Enough said :)
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 10:54 AM
Congratulation Portia! *hugs* :)
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ar_arguably romantic
April 15, 2011 at 1:38 PM
Congrats Portia! And your future plans sound really exciting!
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3 Celexa
April 15, 2011 at 6:55 AM
Great Day! My weekend Joseon X Files marathon is on my line up of things to do! I can hardly wait!
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 9:54 AM
That was a great series (and Kim Ji-Hoon, imo, is such man-candy)
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4 Ohemgee
April 15, 2011 at 6:56 AM
Absolutely LOVING seo ji suk in manny!!!!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:00 AM
Must watch that next! I was considering waiting until there were a few more episodes, though...should I wait, or watch it as it goes??
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM
unnie, I think it's best to wait and marathon! The viki unnies seem to be working very fast and I hope they keep up so there should be 4 episodes by next weekend!
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 7:49 AM
Me too! He's so cute! Really good manny!
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Firewife5
April 15, 2011 at 8:37 AM
He is adorable isn't he? Although I have to say my favorite character so far is Janice unnie. I love her and her craptastic mullet! She steals every scene she's in and is in danger of running away with the whole show completely. So far she has way more chemistry with SJS than the leading lady does. Unfortunately, for me, she's the least engaging character so far. I find her kinda wimpy and whiny, and totally blah...Only 2 episodes in though, so maybe she'll grow on me enough to find a reason to want her to end up with the manny instead of her sister.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 8:44 AM
is janice unnie byun jung soo? I could've told you she would rock the show. she is an amazing actress or at least I always get that feeling while watching her. She is also stunning.
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Firewife5
April 15, 2011 at 10:14 AM
Yes, it's BJS and she has a new fan here. She is maahhvelous!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:55 AM
She is hilarious! I can't wait to see what happens after viewing the previews. I could already see her with the Manny! Unrealistic script-wise, but she does steal the show! What a wild combo that would be.
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Firewife5
April 15, 2011 at 10:16 AM
I know right?! Can you see them each trying to out-diva the other? *grinning ear to ear just thinking about it*
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:52 PM
maybe they'll make manny have a "twin" so that byun jung soo can end up with ji seuk too. by the way this a semi reunion for some bad couple alums. choi jung yoon had ( in my opinion so far,) the best role of her career in that drama. everyone since then has been a step back and I thought that she would come in to her own in manny but it seems byun jung soo is one upping her.
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ohemgee
April 15, 2011 at 6:05 PM
i only JUST NOW realized that janice is a caricature of janice dickinson!!!
WOW i am slow. haha
i have a love/hate relationship with her character-- while i find her entertaining at times, i have also found her to be beyond annoying.
the kids are AMAZING little actors--such attitude and depth from the little tykes!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:52 AM
Yes, it's another show that is off to a good start!
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 3:03 PM
You should see episode two... He is in both a shower scene and a.. wait for it... a tutu scene!!
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 5:07 PM
He's a cross between Hyun Bin and Kim Hyun Joong, maybe?
The perm was throwing me towards thinking of BSJ.
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 5:33 PM
You're absolutely right. A more mature, manly (hence the drama tittle) KHJ.
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Ani
April 15, 2011 at 6:16 PM
Except Episode 1 wasn't all that great in my opinion. They immediately revealed why he came back to Korea. I hate it when they don't tell us things right away, but they revealed a bit to early for me. As always, the selection for the English speaking characters was, um, bad. Would've been nice to randomly grab, oh say, maybe Danny Glover to play the part of the Mets Player (Coach?). Alas, it was not possible. Despite my love for Byun Jung Soo, her hair is horrible in the show. Looks like a mullet. They should've just kept it short instead of using that pony-tail-extension-thingy. Or, is that really her hair these days? And don't even get me started on the green contact lens. It's probably a part of her character, but man it just makes her close ups bad... in a laugh out loud snerk kind of way. The kids are lovable though, of course the Manny too. But that's just Episode 1, where they made the connections for the characters a bit too *sarcastically* conveniently easy. Hopefully, Episode 2 would hook me. X/
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:31 PM
Ani,
Your comment reminded me of something I noticed. Many times when they utilize English speaking characters, those people relay their script lines very slowly. At first I thought, why use people who don't speak English very well. But then I had another thought, maybe they are told to speak slowly so that the Korean speaking characters can pick up the cue to say their lines or follow along?
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jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 7:42 AM
Yes, after watching (and stopped watching) Love Story in Harvard, I could see that slow speech from non-Korean actors was more important than acting skills.
Some of the non-Korean actors in that were HORRIBLE, and when they GOT ANGRY they SCREAMED at poor Kim Rae Won and Kim Tae Hee. I would have run off the set!
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5 Gwen
April 15, 2011 at 6:59 AM
Hi all! TGIF! Weekend is here.
I think this is my first time writing in the thread although I go to dramabeans everyday!
Right now I'm totally loving 49 days! Thank you javabeans and girlfriday for recapping the drama. It makes the weekdays much more bearable with something to look forward too.
I wondering does anyone here watch the thornbirds? Is it worth catching the drama?
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:01 AM
Welcome to the OT!!! :D
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:17 AM
Double welcome! =)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:09 AM
49 days premiered (stateside) last night. I don't mind being behind I love having dramas to watch on tv. My sister ( who is new to dramas) said that it seems to be more like drop dead diva than dead like me. thornbirds was on tv on wednesday night and I was watching during commercials on top chef masters ( which has replaced kelly choi) and there was one scene with nonstop crying I never want to be that miserable. There was also a good scene with an actress with cancer. I think I'll give it a try just to get an idea of how things go but from the spoilers someone has been posting it seems like a tiring drama a la sandglass.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:19 AM
Where can you watch 49 Days on US telly?
Is it subbed?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:21 AM
It is subbed I'm watching it on tkc ( the korean channel).
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 9:56 AM
I TOTALLY see how it's like Drop Dead Diva.
that's actually a really good comparison. And, hot reaper boy to boot.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:22 PM
Okay I'm halfway through episode 2 of 49 days right now and I am loving in it!!!!!!!! I love it. it is a total rip off of a few dramas but in a mocking way I think.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:15 AM
Welcome!
I really like the Thornbirds.
I wait until my quiet Sundays to watch the episodes so it's hard to post about it here and now.
I end up adding very late comments to OT in hopes someone reads them and replies.
If you do a search on some of the older OT's you'll see various comments through-out.
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 7:59 AM
I know exactly how you feel! I watch bits and pieces on my quiet Friday and wait until Sunday to watch them with subs, so it's hard to share on this week's episode in the OT. I already watched 13 and 14 (w/o subs) and I can't wait to understand what they are saying because they looked like great and fast paced episodes.
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far away
April 15, 2011 at 4:38 PM
It is Friday already!!
same here! I wait till Sunday to watch it with subs and then the OT is already over and I go crazy because simply I wanna yell and talk about that evil women and that adorable second lead guy :(
I'm still waiting for the moment both YuKyung and Youngjo regret what they did to Jung Eun. I want them to suffer and cry and be so miserable. I'm not that evil but they both deserve it, don't they?
I don't get how that evil women act like a caring mother or a good daughter trying to look for her mother and see if she is doing well, as if she really cars, and at the same time is still doing all the bad things she used to do to her (only) frriend. aish, I keep yelling at my screen (chechaaa!? now you are crying!?! I don't buy that so don't ever try )
I feel bad for Kang Woo and I really want him to get the girl but I know that won't happen :(
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:17 AM
Hi! G'day!
Thorn Birds...eeeek....evil woman Yukyung!!
I really like Kang Woo. He really seems sincere & cares for JungEun. His challenge to court her made Youngjo propose to JungEun. I know that he's sincere to too but I feel as though he hasn't got over Yukyong, has he? Or its just that he's too busy with business because his goal is to do well & show Yukyung. His frequent business lunch with that fiery business woman might tempt him to betray Jung Eun.
Would the evil woman, Yukyung still want him back?
Maybe Kang Woo will offer his shoulder to JungEun to cry on.
I'm afraid to say more...for now...later. Enjoy!
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:40 AM
As much as I want Joo Sang Wook to get the girl, I have to agree that he doesn't seem to love Jung Eung. He obviously cares for her deeply, but he is still affected by what happened with the evil Han PD. He simply cannot end up with that evil woman again... under any circumstances. Gah! my blood pressure just went up again!
Everything else being equal, by next week, I think I will start rooting for Kan Woo.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 9:15 AM
ORLY? I have only watched it raw, so I don't know how he sounded.
If he likes bad girls, which he has proven repeatedly, you are right.
My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma. Six more episodes, it could happen.
But I feel the same way about Kang Woo being too nice for JE.
elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 9:40 AM
"My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma."
Omo! That never crossed my mind, but I am now very nervous at the possibility. NO, writers, NO!
Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 3:15 PM
I'm so addicted to Thorn Birds is not even funny anymore. I love Young Jo to death. I agree with you all and I think he still doesn't love Jung Eun. And that effing official poster keeps bothering me! The one with Young Jo hugging Jung Eun, but holding Evil Fish Eye Biatch's arm. If you watch it closely is like he is trying to reach EFEB but Jung Eun is interfering between them. I don't like it one bit. It gives me nightmares at night. Also, how much I hate that, besides Twinkle Twinkle, this is the show that takes longer to sub (I really really love you subbers!!).
The poster:
http://wiki.d-addicts.com/File:Thorn_Birds.jpg
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far away
April 15, 2011 at 4:51 PM
totally agree! I hate that poster too. It is like the not-so-evil guy get to win the nice girl while at the same time he is still trying to hold onto the so-evil girl!! ugh. She is there because she is stupid enough to believe him and he was selfish enough to let her in. aaaaaaaaaaah it drives me crazy :(
I didn't like both of them in this drama. I can't feel bad or sorry for them. They deserve more.
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April 16, 2011 at 3:16 AM
I'm sorry Jomo I find the lead girl in Thorn Birds terribly annoying. I feel like doing a Sadako on her; Sadako climbs out of the tv right? Well, I feel like climbing INTO the tv, clobbering her on the head and throwing her into a well. I just feel like screaming at her: GET A LIFE! WHY DO YOU LET THESE PPL WALK ALL OVER YOU? ARE YOU A HUMAN BEING OR A DOORMAT????? It's so ridiculous to do the things she does for Evil Woman....I know she's a thorn bird, geez I know they are ALL thorn birds but pleaseeeee I can't take the suffering silently thing anymore argh Just talking about it makes me annoyed! OK gotta go gaze at Kang-ahhhhh for kind, peaceful thoughts. Kang-ahhhhh where are youuuu
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jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 7:24 AM
Yes, it is very cathartic watching the extremes of good and evil and yelling at the screen.
As someone said before, if you don't enjoy wanting to kill fictional characters, this is NOT the show for you.
But it's so addicting when you do.
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creidesca
April 15, 2011 at 7:20 AM
quoting dramaok (pretty much everyone's reaction after watching the preview for EP 14 before KBS posted the written preview many, many hours later):
"the main lead is about to be engaged and us the audience dont' now who the groom-prospect is. o.O"
It also doesn't help that we were given a relationship chart that may just be misleading.
So, there's still hope for 2nd male lead to get the girl, I think that's what is driving us bananas.
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 8:12 AM
Welcome to OT!
Thorn bird is in my to-watch k drama list because you know who he, he, he :D
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:59 AM
GWEN!!! WELCOME!!!
*shouts enthusiastically, jumping up and down and spraying Gwen with silly string*
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 10:56 AM
MJP!! So, it was you who swiped my silly strings! But since it was for a good cause and all I forgive you. *hugs* :P
WELCOME To OT Gwen :)
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 3:28 PM
Viola,
Yeah, I swiped it... Sorry. *hugs* You know I have to play!
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 7:28 PM
Really good. Best friends, one is so evil you love to hate & stomp, the other too nice she needs to be bad to deal with her evil best friend who bullies her & allows it.
The evil woman is full of hatred. She grabs the love interest of her naive best friend, frames her about a scandal she created that destroyed the lives of those affected. She dumps responsibility on her naive best friend...a family she could have had. 6 years later, evil friend comes back, stalking & bullying her naive friend. She's secretly jealous & perhaps regret but shock is a better word...that her friend is happy with a family that should be hers. Its now on ep 14...a happy event is about to take place for the nice friend...the evil friend turns up to stop it. Secrets maybe revealed from hereon...the secrets, lies & videotape scandal!!!
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:06 PM
...continuing "Thorn Birds" where secret lies & the video tape maybe revealed...
Evil woman, Yukyung got a lot of explaining to reason out why she's stopping YoungJo "getting on" with JungEun.
As much as I'd love the union of YoungJo & "his kiddO", JungEun I'm not convinced yet that he's got the evil woman out of his sytem. Not yet...and I sense betrayal(seduction) with that fiery business woman if they keep on meeting...work, lunch, dinners...
I don't mind Kang woo with Jung Eun, he has shown sincerity & loyalty towards her since they met. I was touched when he asked YJ whose affection is greater for JungEun. YJ for being with her for 6yrs or his(Kangwoo) for missing her & longing for her those 6yrs. This chat prompted or maybe pushed YJ to pursue JE quickly.
Kang woo might still have a chance to show his love & care to JE. If YJ & JE love& trust each other strongly no one can separate them, but...*evil woman on the prowl*
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6 Christine
April 15, 2011 at 7:00 AM
Just watched Manny! So sweet & funny! I can't wait until weekend to watch ep.3
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7 Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:02 AM
TGIF EVERYONE!!!!!
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:21 AM
Fear not, you are not alone..... not in the UFO sense, but because there are others following the same sad routine. FIGHTING!!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 10:05 AM
*receives warm hugs, gives warm hugs in return*
Ah, just what I needed today, a hug! :-)
Thanks!
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 10:57 AM
*Hugs back * :) I hope next week is better for you! :)
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ar_arguably romantic
April 15, 2011 at 1:42 PM
That IS horrible! I hope you'll get some sleep this weekend!!
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8 mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:03 AM
OMG!!! TGIF!!! This week (or the next 2 for that matter) can not end soon enough! This is the home-stretch (sort-of, barring a little summer school) of undergrad for me. Anyone else studying for final exams, yet still lurking around dramabeans? =)
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Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:15 AM
Hear, hear!!! Dramabeans is like the last thing I check before going
to bed, to stay current on recaps and whatnot.
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:26 AM
LOL, dramabeans is like the first and last thing I check before calling it a day.
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ljjdramas
April 16, 2011 at 2:38 PM
lol! dramabeans (by rss feed) is what i check every 10 minutes xD
and i just love rereading recaps of dramas (:
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9 Emily
April 15, 2011 at 7:03 AM
TGIF EVERYONE!!!!!
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
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Emily
April 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM
Sorry this duplicated itself.... The message remains, though!!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:06 AM
OT was just wanting to help you emphasize how horrible your week really was...
On that topic, I hope next week is better for you!!! *hugs* :)
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Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:12 AM
Thanks!!! *hugs back*
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Hhaha I love how you said 'it wasn't even for a k-drama'......so glad im no the only one up so late and waking up early.....
Open thread is the best place to let it out. Hope you feel better. Have a great weekend. And hopefully a better week next!
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10 Arhazivory
April 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM
Happy Friday everyone.
I'm going to start Can You Hear My Heart today. Me and my mum will start watching it together. Need to watch the final two eps of Thank You.
I am sooooo loving the Duo and I watched the first 2 eps of 49 Days. Really pulled me in.
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11 Maez
April 15, 2011 at 7:07 AM
Happy friday everyone.
Glad only one class on fridays :) then off to the mall.
Anyone else think 49 days just keeps getting better and better?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:13 AM
I just started 49 days last night. I'm glad I waited for two reasons one there are several recaps so I won't ever have a cliff hanger and all the current fans are testament to the quality. However there are a lot of you're beautiful fan's and I dropped it and picked it up and dropped it again. hmm
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woolly
April 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
You won't regret 49 Days!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:24 AM
I don't think so either. I get the feeling as I see less of the real ji hyun it will only get better and better.
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Sarah
April 15, 2011 at 7:36 AM
That's how I felt too, but she definitely grows on you whether you like it or not (and I don't!). Anyway, I'm super jealous that you get it subbed on TCK. But then again, I don't think I could've waited until now to start it.
Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM
I'd been holding off on 49 Days, also, because I just wanted to be sure that it would be enjoyable, but at this point everyone has pretty much convinced me...it's going on my list of dramas-to-watch!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:28 PM
I'm watching 49 days episode 2 and loving it!!!! why is it sooo good after so many so-so dramas of 2011????
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12 come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 7:11 AM
Ji Jin Hee.
I absolutely adore him. He is not the best actor... but there is just something about him....*sigh*
It seems that most of the characters he plays have a boyish quality to them, which I find endearing. However I would love to see him to take on a more complex character. I think if I saw him in a hot kissing scene I would spontaneously combust. That is a risk I'd be willing to take.
Happy Friday!
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 7:44 AM
I LIKE ji jin-hee. He's good when acting comical character. I really like him in The Man Who Can't Get Married. I don't know much about his roles before Jewel in The Palace, seem like he got more serious kind of role. @.@ But I love him playing comical so... :3
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 3:49 PM
*quickly cut and pastes Ji Jin Hee to research*
I went through the list of Dramawiki shows and realize I haven't seen him in anything. What show of his do you like the best?
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come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 4:26 PM
I loved him in Dong Yi. Chonahhhhhhh! He was the reason I could watch every single blinking episode of that drama. He was good in Jewel in the Palace too. He starred in The Man Who Can't Get Married (good) and Spotlight (ok). He's been some others that I can't think of right now. Truth be told... I think he is hot. He wears traditional Korean costumes exceptionally well. Yep, he makes me all melty.
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13 beggar1015
April 15, 2011 at 7:11 AM
Just finished Dream High. Oh Sam Dong-ah, how you make this grown woman cry! Oh Jin Man, if there's a sequel to this show, you should be the star teacher the next time around. Didn't like the ending, though. It was sort of "Meh" to me.
On another topic: does anyone know a website that has Hair Show with English subs? I've not had any luck finding it.
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Ranter
April 15, 2011 at 2:15 PM
I just have to say something about "Dream High."
After watching the last two episodes of "49 Days" I realize who the real hero is in "Dream High." The comments and idea about "allowing the person you love to misunderstand you so you do not have to offer excuses" is exactly what Jin-gook did. He takes a job and leaves "home" so that he can stay in Korea (not go to the USA) to be near his love. He is totally misunderstood and maligned for that.
I agree that the person who plays Sam-dong is the best actor, but I do not feel SD is the hero of the show.
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 3:26 PM
Gook aaaaaaaaah!!
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14 woolly
April 15, 2011 at 7:16 AM
Loving 49 Days~ woot! :)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:06 PM
49 days is great!!!!
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15 JessCisu
April 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Hi everyone.
Is Dream High worth to continue watching?
=)
Just want to know
Does anyone have the problem of almost never finishing a drama, but always starting new ones? I have like atleast 30 dramas i still need to finish watching... ;-;
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April 15, 2011 at 7:23 AM
What episode are you on now? In my opinion the earlier episodes can be a bit tedious to watch but it definitely gets better. Episodes 13 and 14 are the best.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:34 AM
endroinr do you stop watching because you suddenly get two or three dramas for the price of one? or do you reanimate disbelief when you're supposed to suspend it? It's true there are only a few perfectly rounded dramas and even those have a mother who loses her mind and mistakes her rival's son for her son and puts the knaso on her daughters childhood to adulthood love or endless boiler problems and a fire at the factory or a disapproving parent just when the couple reunites after the guy left without a word for 6 months, but you should still stick with them.
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come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 9:07 AM
Exactly ahjummabunny! Well put!
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pipit
April 15, 2011 at 6:45 PM
I have the same problem. The time is short and there's so much to watch. I'm also counting on what other people say/their reviews when deciding whether to start a drama or not. Innitially I wanted to try Torn Bird but base on what I read hear I think I pass. What I hate the most in Kdrama is when it increases my blood presure.
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:32 PM
Yeah...if you don't like the feeling of loving to hate the evil woman in "Thorn Birds" the feeling of wanting to slap & pulling her hair...that face you love to hate!! But its good...has made my blood warm & circulate more.
*New Tales of Gisaeng* is a drama that does not have evil people...not very damaging as Thorn's...
The dance of GongJu got me watching at the start, Damo captivated the first time he saw Saran, they dated but must not touch! but they fell in love! Their fiery love story begins...
Then there's about parents looking for their kids they gave away or just found out about!
Damo is really cute, cocky but learning to mature through his passion (love) for Saran.
Love the song of Saran that made Damo choke, painfully regretting...
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:44 PM
New Tales of Gisaeng ep 24...Saran sings while Damo chokes as he thinks about their meeting, their dates, their happy times, sad times...
Here's a bit of Saran's song that pains Damo...
The moment I first saw you,
My heart trembled greatly,
You must have had a premonition,
That I'd fall in love with you.
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16 ...
April 15, 2011 at 7:20 AM
Happy friday everyone. :) Are there any streaming sites for King Geunchogo or should I just download it raw?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:25 AM
I've been watching the excellent king geunchogo on mysoju.com dramasyle.com. It is really good isn't it? I never thought sageuk could be this great!!!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:27 AM
however the websites don't seem to be caught up with the tv. On tv it's episodes 30,31 this weekend and I think the websites only have until 22 subbed.
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April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Thanks! :) I've been meaning to watch it ever since it started but school got in the way :/ I do hope Eunjung won't suck in this.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:38 AM
I haven't been watching for eunjung but there are some great warrior women in this drama. And believably so. The story is great.
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17 smalltowngirl
April 15, 2011 at 7:25 AM
Hello all! This is my first time posting on the Open Thread... Am I the only one obsessed with 49 days?? :) The characters have such great chemistry, its hard to choose which couple to root for!!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:28 AM
hello smalltowngirl!
Welcome to ot. Let's have fun today
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smalltowngirl
April 15, 2011 at 7:39 AM
Thank you!! :D
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 7:31 AM
I got excited when I saw the listing for a show called "While you Were Sleeping" then I read the plot synopsis. ... Sigh. Show, you got my hopes up for two minutes.
But it's okay, I'm already counting down for Baby Faced Beauty, Best Love and Lie to Me. So much to watch.
I might be one of the few watching Crime Squad. It's uhh I don't know, kind of dumb fun.
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Why did that hit reply? Oops. Anyways I do love watching 49 Days too. (Sorry about that)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:41 AM
which channel is crime squad on and what came before it? I want to watch it for lee jong hyuk. I really want to see him get the girl ( I was disappointed when he didn't in powerful opponents)
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 9:01 AM
I watch it online, but the internet tells me it's on KBS2 and Dream High was in that time slot before it. It's on Monday&Tuesdays nights. (The title is actually Homicide, if you're searching in Korean)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:25 AM
I think dream high ended this week on tv so I missed the premiere of crime squad gaaah! but I'll catch it next week. I like dumb fun.
pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 8:20 AM
Welcome to OT!
I think I'm gonna welcome everyone who new at OT because I'm happy today :)
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 8:33 AM
Still watching R o I, or did you burn through?
I started the Duo becuase of my true love, Chun Jung Myung, but I found the younger cast were super cute, too.
Great bromance brewing.
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 9:20 AM
Still watching.
This is a warming up session before I see the scheduler in 49 days (I don't like his ramen hair do, he got so silky hair that makes you want to stroke your hands through it ~ o ~ )
You know I got this dilemma every Friday night here, should I feed my k drama addict daily dosage or hang out with you and others wonderful OTer. really tough decision I should make.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:28 AM
yeah unnie we can't do both. dramas on tv don't start until almost 10pm and I have all day saturday to watch dramas. so I usually go back and forth and try to do everything, but I have to admit ot loses.
jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 9:35 AM
What I do is watch the drama until I notice my attention is waning a little.
Then I go to DB or FB and read/post. Then I go back.
For what it's worth, it is nice seeing you here!
viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:06 AM
You two have been so gaga over this show that I think I am going to be watching it too.! My Spring break starts next week so marathon time! What ep are you two up to?
pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 11:24 AM
Finally Mrs. Viola Choi
I think Jomo has done watching RoI. I'm on episode 18 now. JIW with silky hair.... (I'm in process of brain washing the 1st female lead character out of my head, JIW with silky hair is enough, he can be both 1st male & female lead, he is the prettier one).
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 4:28 PM
I can relate. I choose to follow the let's not sleep tonight method. I get about 2-3 hours sleep, but I get my dramas watched and comment on DB.
Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 8:25 AM
Welcome!! I am not obsessed yet, but I probably will be soon, because I just started watching this morning! :)
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:05 AM
Welcome to Ot! :)
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 4:21 PM
smalltowngirl,
Welcome, Welcome, Weeeelllllllllccccooooommmeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
*sings like a bad opera singer*
re: 49 Days
At this point I am investing in YY's lifesize wax figures and trying to bring them to life so that everyone can have their own Kang-ah!
http://www.dramabeans.com/2011/04/49-days-episode-9/#comments (See Comment #12 and reply comments for explanation.)
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pipit
April 15, 2011 at 6:59 PM
MJP I need you or someone else to explain this:
How could Jo Hyun Jae induce/reduce us to talking about his naked lifesize wax figure and blow job? I mean look at his innocent shy look! Is it the result of his sin provoking mouth?
Even the magnificent Mr. Hand Towel himself and his speedo couldn't drag us to this low. Hwe? Hwe?
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:46 PM
His Kang character/personality/charm/essesence, it draws us in.
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 1:41 AM
That's what I love most. When a character comes into being and captures us into loving him with our whole heart. KANG AHHH!!!!
YY! YY! Where's my order?!
jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:48 PM
That B job section was just too delightful! I look forward to talking more often, accidentally of COURSE, about silly things like that with Kang-ah.
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 1:34 AM
Are you sure it's talking you expected to accidentally happen betwen you and Kang ah?
*quickly taking Jo Hyun Jae chronic disease anti dose then recheck the respose to Jomo whether it contains any BJ or other words in that nature. Done. It works. Made a plan to convince MJP to invest her money in it too*
YY
April 16, 2011 at 3:53 AM
Ok get in line, girls. Kang-ah Hot and Waxy orders being processed right now in the YY Factory. For free, I'll throw in stilted dialogue; just press varying body parts and hear Kang-ah Hot and Waxy say mechanically:
Press
1. Lips: COME ON BABY KISS ME QUICK
2. Head: HEAD HURTS BABY KISS IT QUICK
3. Nose: NOSE HURTS BABY BLOW IT QUICK
4. Tummy: TUM TUM HURTS BABY FEED ME QUICK
5. Ass: HOT HOT BABY SHOWER ME QUICK
So what you get is Kang-ah's deep manly voice delivering each line in a flat monotone.
jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 7:16 AM
Really, another YY masterpiece to make me LOL!
YY -
OK, but before I send my money,
Wouldn't the shower melt his ass?
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 12:33 PM
*laughs hysterically*
I love you guys!!!
YY,
Are you currently taking any orders for other Korean actors? If so, could I have wax figures of the following:
Rain
Gong Yoo
Hyun Woo Sung
Park Shi Hoo
Choi Siwon
Kim Bum
Kim Hyun Joong
Chun Jung Myung
Kim Rae Won
Kim Jae Won
Jang Geun Suk
Joo Ji Hoon
Kim Jeong Hoon
Song Seung Hun
Lee Hyun Woo
Kwan Sang Woo
Hyun Bin
Won Bin
Jae Hee
Lee Dong Wook
Lee Sun Gyun
Cha Seung Won
Kim Min Jong
Kim Jae Wook
I like to be surrounded by PRETTY.
And since they are not the real actors, none of the ladies should be jealous or territorial, right?
Let me know when you are taking orders for Japanese actors and Taiwanese actors... :-)
Now what's my total? What do you prefer? Cash, Check, Money Order, or Credit Card?
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 12:35 PM
YY,
WAIT WAIT WAIT!!!!!
I forgot one more to order a wax figure off!!! Very important though...
Kim Nam Jin
There... Now I am done ordering.
Breaking News
April 16, 2011 at 10:38 PM
Women fought each other to be the first to get their hands on the latest craze in town, Kang-ah Hot and Waxy life-sized wax figurines.
YY, owner of YY Factory that churns out the toys, said, "I haven't slept for 49 hours now. I've been up making Kang-ah Hot and Waxies since daybreak two days ago. I've got a partner, Ms Pipit, but she only appears on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, so I guess I'll just have to hang on till then."
Meanwhile, outside a 100 metre wall collapsed after a group of women led by a Ms Jomo managed to scale it on their bare hands and feet.
"I never gave up trying," said Ms Jomo. "No wall was going to keep me out."
Another woman, spotting a strange hairdo akin to dried Korean ramien and identified only as MJP, had already latched herself to the 100 metre high glass window pane before she was spotted by security and downed by a tranquiliser shot.
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 11:13 PM
Hours later, after the Breaking News...
*comes to, groggily gets up, staggers... staggers again, moans in agony*
AAAAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
KANG-AH!!! KANG-AH!!!!!
*looks around, hairdo akin to dried Korean ramien waving in the wind... quite psychotically, eyes rolling left-right, right-left, up into back of head and down again*
KANG-AH!!! KAAAAANNNNNGGGG-AAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!
*stands with head bowed, dejected*
Sign on YY's Factory for Kang-ah Hot and Waxy Life-Sized Figures reads:
SOLD OUT
*staggers down middle of road, hairdo akin to dried Korean ramien waving in the wind on tilted head*
Faintly, a song can be heard in the distance...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3zuuhRLdkA
Headline News
April 17, 2011 at 3:40 AM
An unidentified woman has been found by locals wandering the streets aimlessly. Attempts to converse with her have drawn a blank. The woman, who sports strange flattened and dry noodle-like locks, can only utter strange sounds like "ahhh" , "kaangg" , "blo" and "jo". The woman reportedly got very agitated when some locals asked her why she got into this state. She started jerking her head, screamed "WHY WHY" repeatedly and then fell into a deep faint.
Hospital authorities are running tests on her to determine her whether her name is "Blojo", a phrase she keeps repeating, and whether her head, which is perpetually tilted at an angle, has anything to do with her amnesia.
pipit
April 17, 2011 at 4:39 PM
LOL, ROF........
Should have seen it coming with the latest craze in town. But after the legend of Mr. Hand Towel and his speedo I honestly don't think we will have another legend to be proud of.
KANG AHHHH!
*stop counting the money and look for YY who could barely open her eyes let alone think to talk about what should be done about Jomo and MJP*
the legend continues.....
smalltowngirl
April 16, 2011 at 11:29 AM
Thanks MJP!! (even though this is a bit late!) :) Here's a video I found that clearly shows how adorable our Kang is!! (Wouldn't mind my own real-life wax figure though! :D)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7uq6Xxhmzk
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MJP
April 16, 2011 at 12:48 PM
smalltowngirl,
That was a GREAT video! Thanks for sharing it!
Did anyone else see this video? It's cute!
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18 leaf
April 15, 2011 at 7:27 AM
Hey OT!
Yay for the holidays as it gives more drama watching time!
Loving 49 Days but so far behind :( I hope she finds all the tears in time!
Has anyone read the 'Mary stayed out all night' manhwa? It is actually really good which is depressing due to the wreak of a drama it produced.
^sighs^ should be studying not watching dramas...
Oh well, am going out for my first ever drive with my Mum so hopefully I won't crash...
Have fun!
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:38 AM
For a while, I was wondering what holiday you were speaking of.... gosh, I'm losing touch with reality. Unfortunately for me, Easter is smack dab in the middle of exams.... But for everyone else, have a blast and enjoy the warm weather!
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19 Maria
April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Anybody watched drama speciall White Christmas?. i think its wonderful.
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hadidipasha
April 15, 2011 at 2:18 PM
the first 4 ep. are great , catching and make you wonder all the time, after the 5th ep i find it still good but the story is somewhat differ from earlier since most of the cards been out, still i find it better than a lot of high rated dramas, the sceneries are quit magnificent, the actors are perfect for thier rolls too.
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20 GuitarHero
April 15, 2011 at 7:45 AM
Happy friday everyone! Hope everyone would have a good dose of rest this weekend. Im kinda new here :)
Im having a marathon of k and j movies this weekend as my stress reliever :)
could anyone recommend a good k and j movie?:D
im loving the scheduler of 49 days. :) how many episodes does this one have? 16? 20? Thanks!
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JNC
April 15, 2011 at 7:49 AM
haven't seen many so not a good judge but "my sassy girl"(kmovie) was really funny.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM
j-moive eh kurosagi ( the only one I've seen and younger yamapi is just as cute as older yamapi)
k-movie arahan ( that one has some great moments and is funny)
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GuitarHero
April 15, 2011 at 8:09 AM
Thank you much much much :D
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 8:03 AM
Antique Bakery is my fave k movie because Kim Jae-wook, KJW, KJW, KJW, KJW ehhmmm because it is so funny!
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 2:31 PM
He is so freaking hot in that movie...I wished I was a gay male for him...
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 8:06 AM
Because of the Cruel Drama Drought of Early 2011, there were lots of lists being traded of good films a few OT's back.
I know there were some here:
http://www.dramabeans.com/2011/02/open-thread-176/
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Firewife5
April 15, 2011 at 10:48 AM
The "Cruel Drama Drought of Early 2011" ! So true, so true!
If it weren't for the fact that 49 Days has really picked up the last few episodes, I think I would have shriveled and dried up waiting for May to get here.
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 8:07 AM
Speed Scandal, Hello Ghost, I'd say Akunin but it's a dark movie, From me to You (aka Kimi ni Todoke) was alright. I don't know what you like but those are some recent good ones.
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smalltowngirl
April 15, 2011 at 8:19 AM
I think 49 days has 20 episodes... and yes, the Scheduler is awesome! (but his story is so sad!!)
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:38 AM
Too Beautiful to Lie was wonderful! :)
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7
April 15, 2011 at 1:51 PM
What kind do you like? Which ones have you seen?
My first one was "A Moment to Remember" back in 2008. It totally HOOKED me on Korean Movies. I understand some people do not like it because it deals with an illness. It is, at least, hopeful and has such wonderful leads. One of the things that amazes me about it is the picture of Jesus knocking at a door on the wall opposite a bedroom. I think the director may be a Christian. The father's reference to Jesus being a carpenter and his analogy on a piece of wood (in the Director's Cut) made me wonder.
Then I watched "The Classic," My Sassy Girl," "White Valentine," "Innocent Steps," "He Was Cool," "Il Mare," etc. etc... So many sweet ones out there!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 5:01 PM
7,
I thought the same question!
J-Movies
Casshern
G@me
Gokusen: The Movie
Instant Numa
Koizora: The Movie
Laundry
Memoirs of a Teenage Amnesiac
Nodame Cantabile: The Final Score - Part I
Nodame Cantabile: The Final Score - Part II
Robokon
The Returner
Tokyo Girl
K-Movies
100 Days With Mr. Arrogant
A Millionaire's First Love
A Story Sadder than Sadness
Antique Bakery
Attack on the Pin-Up Boys
Baby and I
Crush and Blush
Daddy Long Legs
Dating on Earth
Finding Mr Destiny
Haru : An Unforgettable Day in Korea
He Was Cool
Hello Schoolgirl
I'm a Cyborg But That's OK
Il Mare
Innocent Steps
Kiss Me Kill Me
My Boyfriend Is Type B
My Little Bride
My Tutor Friend
My Tutor Friend Lesson II
Seducing Mr. Perfect
She's on Duty
The Case of Itaewon Homicide
The Good The Bad and the Weird
The King and the Clown
The Man From Nowhere
Too Beautiful to Lie
Why Did You Come to My House?
HK-Movie
Future X-Cop
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21 JNC
April 15, 2011 at 7:46 AM
Hi!!! it feels great to be able to share your thoughts about the dramas here!! :)
I try to watch dramas when they are finished and the subs are out, so I'm not so up-to-date, but I can't wait to get to see 49days!! I'm watching wish upon a star, and I'm Loving it!!!! the kids are unbelievable, I laugh out loud with it, then they give you that heart jerking moment to even it out, and I'm a sucker for dramas that make you cry( like "sorry i love you")!!
anyway, have a good Friday!!:)
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22 jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM
I know I have announced my undying love for a different K-drama actor
beforeevery week, but THIS TIME, it is true love.I am going to try to model myself after the ever true Mrs. Viola Choi.
All you need to do is watch "What's Up Fox?" and you will totally understand my pome:
Totally in love with,
can’t get enough of,
wanna make a baby with
Chun Jung Myung
With a smile that’ll liquefy
cares and things that make me cry,
God! I want to kiss this PIE -
Chun Jung Myung
Hand Towel, Kim Rae Won,- NOW it'sJoo Sang Wook, Kang-ah and
Go Soo, Hyun Bin
Chun Jung Myung
Yes, I’m being fickle for,
I wish I had a nickel for,
Every time I tickle for,
Chung Jung Myung
*** SIGH ***
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:53 AM
I was going to write a positive reply to your poem but I'm upset that you've thrown over kim rae won! I just can't understand it. I will not understand it. jeol dae!
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 8:20 AM
What can I say?
Le coeur connait les raisons que la raison ne connait pas.
Which i have translated to Korean:
마음은 이유가 모르는 그 이유를 알아.
and then to Indonesian for pippit and pohpohnee
Pikiran Anda tidak tahu alasan mengapa aku tahu itu.
and then, back to English:
Your mind does not know the reason why I know that.
and then, just for fun for the umlauts, to Finnish (strong):
Mieli ei tiedä, miksi minä tiedän sen.
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 8:28 AM
Hugs Jomo :) :)
Don't be worry Jomo, you still got me and Pipit to take care uri husbands, Joo Sang-wook and Mr. Hand Towel, when you're busy with your pie.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 8:36 AM
They will be in very good hands!
(I think, no matter what, I'll always have that punched-in-the-stomach feeling for THT. He's just that beautiful.)
Sorry I spelled your name wrong below. I couldn't edit!
pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 9:32 AM
It's OK Jomo, we've had developed a telepathy so even without you writing my name, I know you mean me. :)
elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:02 AM
YES! I can have Joo Sang Wook back!!!! :D
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 8:05 AM
oh no unnie you can't Sang Wook ssi and I just had our engagement ceremony.
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:18 AM
Oh, wait.. what that you?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 8:22 AM
engaged to be married! sang wook ssi and bonitassi ( ahjummabunny) ARA?
jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 8:24 AM
I will never forget my time with JSW, and I will be watching him from afar, but, yes, you can fight over him with the others.
Please, when you marry, put him in a green waistcoat. His eyes are cyring out for that color.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 8:34 AM
yes, he does look good in green. He has a great smile. I'm not going to marry him though because I want to be a faithful wife and I couldn't possibly be.
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:11 AM
Awwww Jomo that is so sweet that you mentioned me! :) *hugs* Did you see the post where Diadda nominated me and him as the chosen OTP of the group? I about fell over laughing! :)
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 11:16 AM
You are the one we all believe WILL happen.
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 4:42 PM
Ms. Jomo, I see we have the same taste in men. Just one look at the ragged jeans the PIE used in the first episode of What's up Fox? was enough for me. I was sold.
We do have a difference though... I don't scratch and discard my precious men like you do Missy!! I like to keep them in my own harem :)
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 5:03 PM
I checked how long it took for me to fall in love with him. In episode 1 at minute 24, when he puts her hand on his "jeans."
I really think I found THE ONE I have been waiting for.
All the others are beautiful beautiful men, and I like them a lot.
There was something about uri aggy Chul Su's determination, his concern for Noona. And, he is really good with his hands.
:D ;)
(I didn't notice if they were especially large, but they were skilled, baby.)
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 7:30 PM
OMG the hand on the jean! I remember I choked on something when I saw that, I think it was my tongue!
But she deserved it (and enjoyed it I'm sure) for continue touching his chest and slapping his ass. (And here is where we lost the people that still haven't seen it. "Wait... are they still talking about a Kdrama here??? Chest and ass???" LOL! Yes, it is a Kdrama.
BTW, what is with you and these guys hands, woman??
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:11 PM
what's up fox did have some great moments. and if I was a bit more crazy I'd be gaga too for the "baby"
jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 8:16 AM
LOL
Part of it is because of how we talked about CSW.
(** Sigh - I do love his hands in CH **)
But now that you made me think about it, a man's actions speak louder than his words. Being good with his hands means to me not only that he is skilled, but he does what he says he'll do. I have been lied to, and don't like it!
Disappointed by a man’s promise,
I'll doubt what he tells till he shows.
If his eyes are the window to the soul,
his hands open the door to my heart.
pipit
April 16, 2011 at 1:56 AM
Linda I hate to say this but harem is no longer exist. Now you would be in court to defend yourself and end up having to do sometime for having a harem.
*in a very low voice* I know some people who keep a harem though....
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Viola
April 16, 2011 at 4:37 AM
I bet you do Pipit. I just bet you do. ;)
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 5:10 PM
They're NOT from here Viola but from another place where they have completely different point of views from us.
All the ladies here try to emulate your example. Just look at Jomo! *still gasping in shock*
Linda165
April 16, 2011 at 5:58 AM
Well if they can, I surely can!!!
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 5:17 PM
I feel for you Linda...
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 3:43 PM
Isn't it called "Sister Wives?"
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 5:24 PM
I really want to share my secret with my best friend but it involves other people as well NOT from here of course so I'm still trying to be secretive.
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 11:20 PM
Yes, it couldn't be anyone from HERE...
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 5:21 PM
http://img142.imageshack.us/f/213109489088729cklcbnbksc7.jpg/
Here's a present for you, Jomo. It was the prettiest most thought provoking picture I could find.
http://h.imagehost.org/view/0940/Chun
This one came in a very close second.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 6:44 PM
OOOOOH PRETTY.
I know this one is tame, but there's something about his expression I love...maybe because his hand is in the shot.. ;)
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KzpwDwsd3xA/RxXjy5w7Y-I/AAAAAAAAAlY/OerVbPky9ms/s1600-h/chung02.jpg
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:24 PM
Mmmm, this is a nice one. Reminds me of "The Thinker" but he seems more to be "The Listener". I think you have chosen well.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:29 PM
I read a book about why women have affaires.
At reason number one, women say they fell in love "because he listens to me, and he looks at me when I am talking."
If men only knew it were that easy...
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:53 PM
Well, most men don't like to read books written for women. Do men really want a woman who cheats? I think most men dislike being cheated on.
pipit
April 16, 2011 at 2:08 AM
I think they know. That's why the number of men who are having an affair is quite concerning. Even at my work place I found out that there are actually many are having an affair with their own colleage.
Viola
April 16, 2011 at 4:44 AM
It makes me sad. I tend to think marriage as something sacred, an inviolable promise made before god. It sounds curiously naive when I write it down.
jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 6:50 AM
Oooh I see that I should have used more words.
The book wasn't a "How to Seduce a Married Woman" book, but a the psychology behind why marriages fall apart, and how couples stop paying attention to each other.
So when I said, "If men only knew how easy it was..." I should have written, "If husbands only knew how easy it was to KEEP their wives happy..."
Of course, women do the same thing. Men need to feel like ther wives feel THEY are the most important man in her life.
(Too many pronouns) Sounds easy, right?
After having kids, though, her focus switches off the husband. He starts to feel like a fifth wheel. The one on the back of the RAV4.
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 1:03 PM
This reminds me of my phase of reading relational books.
My favorite analogy is "Women are spagetti and men are waffles."
For women everything is connected, but men tend to compartmentalize.
I think the male/female design differences can make it more difficult for husbands and wives (well, just men and women in general) to communicate.
One of my husbands favorite jokes is: "My wife is getting historical!" (Not hysterical, meaning women tend to bring up past events when they are considered unresolved in her mind.) Men don't like to hear the past continually brought up. And some times due to the man's tendency to compartmentalize, he just cannot grasp why the woman is like that. When couples go through communication issues, both are left feeling empty and seek external venues (other people) to fulfill their void.
But you guys probably already know this stuff, huh?
Anyway, the book I am talking about is by Bill and Pam Farrel. Here is a link if anyone is curious.
http://www.amazon.com/Men-Are-Like-Waffles-Women-Spaghetti/dp/0736904867
23 i3rasaila
April 15, 2011 at 7:51 AM
Just one more month, and I can watch all Kdramas. say goodbye to Uni life, and welcome jobless life. :)
So many dramas in my list. Can't wait to watch all of it. 49 days is my top priority right now.
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 8:45 AM
What's your dream job?
Mrs. Viola Choi said "if we write down something we really truly wish for it will come true"
I've just got mine. I wrote my wish for Kang Ji-hwan is in k drama again this year in OT couple weeks ago and BAMM Kang Ji-hwan cast in Lie To Me premier in May this year.
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:14 AM
I swear it's true! Last year Brookeve and I talked about having a OT convention and the next week, Bam! JB and GF appeared in the Dramafever panel at Comic Con. :) So, be careful what you write down, you just might get it! :)
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da
April 15, 2011 at 11:27 AM
okay here's to writing wishes and them coming true:
I want kim rae won and shin dong wook to be in a drama about twin sisters. similar in pacing and tone as a hong sisters drama and still marry me.
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 9:56 AM
OHHH I am sooo waiting for that time in my life....2 more years i guess!!!! All the best with it....Have fun watching and dont miss out on :
Boys Before Flowers [The first drama i watched...so Dreamy]
Coffee Prince [My all time favourite]
Secret Garden [I loved this one]
Dream High [For the Idols...and the songs]
And soo much more....Just go through Dramabeans's ratings its just soo TRUE....lead you to right dramas!
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24 pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 7:53 AM
I don't know why I'm so happy today :) :)
I love 49 recap (thanks JB & GF) and I love you all Dramabeans readers your comments make my day ^_____^
Happy Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and the rest of the week.
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:17 AM
Phonpheeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!! *GLOMP* :) :) :)
I am HAPPY too! Let's share the HAPPY with all the people who are having a bad week! *throws silly strings of happiness* catch! :)
Come on let's hold hands and jump up and down!! :)
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25 yl
April 15, 2011 at 7:57 AM
Just finished marathoning Thank You during the week which I found very heartwarming, with strong strong acting performances across the board. But the ending I found slightly unclear...Any of you folks on OT watched it and care to share your opinions? =D
-SPOILERY-
What's the significance of the penultimate scene where Young Shin asks Dr.Min for reassurance about the single mom being different thing? I'm not sure if it just doesn't translate well into English but I don't really understand the significance of the conversation/ meaningful stares they give each other.....
And also because of the voiceover conversation at the last few moments (with Min Gi Seo calling Bom and Young Shin his miracles) I'm assuming that they ended up together but it's also something that was never really clarified... Any thoughts?
-END SPOILERS-
Despite a somewhat disappointing and rather confusing ending (for me, at least) and some tiny flaws I did find Thank You to be a very fulfilling watch. Jang Hyuk performed with such an intensity, and Gong Hyo Jin was a delight to watch as usual! And Grandpa was AMAZING he made me cry countless times. A drama with seemingly simple plot but imbued with so much heart. I'm glad I picked it up.
On another note, so excited for Best Love and Lie to Me!! =D
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JNC
April 15, 2011 at 9:25 AM
oh, thank you is still right there at the top of my list, I Really loved it!
at the end they did end up together, but i can't really remember the scene you mentioned so no help there, sorry:)
but it's a drama I really recommend. as you said "it's full of heart" (and boom and grandpa are amazing) !
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silka
April 15, 2011 at 10:28 AM
Thank You is wonderful... except the ending could be a little confusing... they did end up together.. not necessary as married couple.. but to me more like companion... they love and care for each other of cause the cutie spring....
may I say the grandpa is adorable.
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GrandmaFran
April 15, 2011 at 12:29 PM
from what i remember, i think young shin asking those questions was like her asking him if he can still love her as a single mother of a child with aids. that she is different, but can she still be loved. and his reply was of course yes. so in the end all 3 are happy together, not sure if they're married or just dating. but i liked the ending enough, but i did wish for little more.
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26 elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:16 AM
Happy OT day! Another day off. Woot! What to do, what to do? It's been a rough week, with my brother in the hospital, but he is out now and feeling much better. It was quite an awakening for me and my siblings to realize that we don't spend much time together. My solution: convert them all into k-drama addicts or should I say avid fans like me! HAHA!
I ran my firs 5K in years last weekend and survive so that's a great plus! :D
Still watching and loving Thorn Birds. Just when I think I can't possibly stand watching the evil Han PD, Joo Sang Wook swoops in and all is forgotten... sigh!
Happy Friday everyone! Stay well.
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 8:44 AM
Happy OT day to you! Sorry to hear about your brother - you'll all be in my prayers.
Wow, 5K! So impressive...I'm lucky to motivate myself to run 1K, hahaha! >.< Was it for an event, or just for 'fun'?
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 9:20 AM
It was a bit of both. It was for a good cause, and I wanted to see if I could do it. My poor body was not happy with me, but oh well, my waist will thank me later. ha!
Thank you for the prayers!
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27 grace, the one from Jersey, USA
April 15, 2011 at 8:27 AM
OK, could somebody 'splain something for me?
The Japanese guy who originally wrote "City Hunter"
(about which I never heard anything before, so I
had no clue as to what to expect) didn't allow his
story to be produced because, I assume, he didn't
approve of the previous "treatments" that were
submitted to him from potential producers.
So Lee Min-ho announces that he's playing the
lead in CH, with the author's approval, AND...THEN...
A WRITER COMES ON BOARD TO WRITE THE SCRIPT.
?????? Huh?
According to the fans, everybody in the cast is too
young for their parts, the story switches to the
President of Korea's "Blue House" instead of the
gritty, crime-ridden streets of Seoul, and according
to what I've read about "City Hunter" somewhere,
LMH is supposed to be.....AN EX-CIA AGENT!!!!
Uhhhhh, I think that you're supposed to be an
American citizen FIRST, before you can become
part of the CIA. Unless you're going undercover
to solve some crime with a Korean-American
connection, this "ex-CIA agent"storyline business
makes no sense and is totally ridiculous.
I wasn't one of the fans who screamed bloody
murder about the age difference between LMH and
Sohn Yi-jin when they started "Personal Taste."
Tell you the truth, I never SAW any age difference
between them at all, while watching PT. LMH may
be only 23, but he certainly looks older than that.
All of the above being said.....why do I have the
feeling that "City Hunter" will be a disaster? Why
was the storyline changed so much from the
original concept? I happen to think that LMH is
an exceptionally talented guy. But he ain't
Rumplestilskin. If you remember your childhood
fairy tales, he was the guy who was able to spin
a roomfull of straw into gold. I think that "City
Hunter" will end up being made up out of straw.
I was really looking forward to CH, but now,
I'm worried. A lot.
Please....... somebody tell me that I'm wrong. :(
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 8:39 AM
you are wrong. come on think of all the times you were surprised by the exceptional performances by actors playing much older than their years how popular the blue house and ex-cia agents are these days. Everything is going to be alright, everything's going to be alright, everything is going to be alright- don't worry about a thing!
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Birdie
April 15, 2011 at 8:55 AM
I think we have to re-organize our thoughts and not think of any resemblance to CH even though the drama title is CH. I like LMH's acting,so it should be ok. I don't think it will be a huge hit like BOF or Secret Garden (mainly because competition is stiff at that timeslot this time),but it will be decent as the director is good. I just hope for good writing.If the script is good, it will not be a mess.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 9:05 AM
If you have read the original story and really really really liked it, you won't like the drama.
How could it live up to what you have imagined?
They totally changed things, yes, and remade it into something new.
Will it be better than the orignal? IDK
I never read it so my expectations as a viewer are way different.
Is Lee Min Ho one of the hottest properties out there, and would I watch him stealing my last penny without moving?
YES! (I am doing the happy dance to ahjummabunny's song now!)
This'll be one of the ones I watch unsubbed, subbed, resubbed, postsubbed...
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danna
April 15, 2011 at 9:29 AM
I'm just as miffed a you that they changed everything despite not having read the original 'cuz now it just sounds so boring.....i'm not planning on watching now despite Lee Min Ho because I suspect I will already have too much on my plate and all the other dramas sound so much more fun ........but then but if someone does say that its' good I will check it out later but for right now it's certainly out of my priority list...that said I am hoping it turns out to be a surprise win for LMH and Park Min Young's sake...the ratings prospects seem kinda bleak especially after Runaway and Athena which had similar premises turned out badly
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grace, the one from Jersey, USA
April 15, 2011 at 9:50 AM
Thanks for the comments, fellow LMH fans.
As I said, I hope I'm wrong. :(
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28 j
April 15, 2011 at 8:29 AM
How many episodes is 49 Days?
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malia
April 15, 2011 at 8:38 AM
On dramawiki it says it's gonna be 20 episodes...but I dunno if that's strictly true or not...
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29 Yo
April 15, 2011 at 8:40 AM
Ripley, Baby-faced beauty and Lie to me is all a Mon - Tues drama, Don't know what to watch first since I love them all! LOL. Looking forward to Best love as well. This is the busiest May EVER!!!!!
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 8:55 AM
It's gonna be ever fiercer than the Prosecutor Princess vs Personal Taste vs... whatever the other one was I forgot battle of last year, right?
I want to hear some bets. I don't know if I can take sides but the OT is sure going to be exploding in a few weeks.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 9:08 AM
Bets on ratings, critical reviews or viewer satisfaction?
Or
Best kisses?
Number of shower scenes?
Hotness of non-kissing scenes?
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 9:24 AM
My bets for the winning order:
Ratings & Viewer satisfaction: Ripley, Lie to Me, Baby-faced Beauty
Totally biased toward Kang Hye Jung's return to the small screen=)
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 9:46 AM
Best kisses : Lie to me :P (there're kang ji-hwan & yoo eun-hye)
Shower scenes : IDK I've never watched KJH, Yuchun, or Daniel Choi shirtless before, but Lee Min-ho @.@ *giddy*(I presume, he's worked out to be a blue house agent, so I want to see the result ha, ha, ha)
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 10:26 AM
Oh I forget there's CSW in Best Love so the shower scene winner perhaps goes to Best Love.
janna
April 15, 2011 at 9:51 AM
Viewer satisfaction. The ratings game isn't too high on my list. I love Kang Hye Jung, but Ripley might get bad ratings because of she who cannot be named. But it's the most unique plot of the three from what I've read so far.
I'm hoping Jang Nara makes a good comeback - it's the role she was born to play. Yoon Eun Hye too, she really needs it. It's quite a battle of comebacks.
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 10:09 AM
Yeah, I'm sort of fearful that viewers will be turned off by anything SWCBN does, but it's got Kang! Hye! Jung! Plus, some guy from some boy band won't hurt Ripley's chances=) And speaking objectively, the plot does sound wicked interesting.
Yep, that's a lot of comebacks to root for. I wish for YEH's safe return to being awesome too. I'm not familiar with JN's work (saw just a sliver of Successful Girl's Story) but I hope she does well too.
As for Wed-Thurs dramas, my bets are on Best Love. Come on Hong Sisters!
jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 1:19 PM
tee hee hee hee hee
"SWCBN"
I am really hoping she does a good job so we can put that talk to rest.
danna
April 15, 2011 at 9:21 AM
^^Cinderella's Sister......did you forget on purpose?...i dont blame you
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 9:44 AM
I actually had a little doubt when I went to recheck the start and end dates for the show. But yes, I would like some hours back from that show. (Some parts were ok. some.)
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 9:21 AM
The forgotten one is Cinderella's Sister, though I presume most people would like to forget it based on reviews.
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30 MJP
April 15, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Happy Friday to you,
Happy Friday to you,
Happy Friday, Dear OT Commentors--------
Happy Friday to yyyyyooooooouuuuuuuuu!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh what a beautiful week of dramas! Oh what little time! I never EVER thought that I would actually find so many good dramas "live" that I would be what I consider "behind" on watching them. It's funny, because I always have the feeling that they are going to be pulled off the internet and I will have nothing to watch. But this phobia is not what I want to talk about!
I learned a lesson from watching the same storyline/show produced and broadcast from different countries. It may be taken from the same content, but each country has a way of taking it and making it their own. Of course, as we all know the kdrama-Boys Over Flowers, jdrama-Hana Yori Dango, tdrama-Meteor Garden.
But the one that I want to compare is near and dear to my heart. The kdrama-Playful Kiss and the tdrama-It Started With A Kiss. PK was the first kdrama I ever watched that made me fall in love with kdramas and find all the Asian dramas.
I never read the manga, so I don't know the original storyline, but I learned this week that even though I thought the Playful Kiss storyline was completely enchanting. I actually like the character developed by the Tdrama writers better.
I never really "fell in love" with BSJ, I could more relate to him as a person. With ISWAK, They made the male lead more human and relatable. I fell in love with the character Jiang Zhi Shu (JZS). He was very emotional and expressed himself with different emotions.
Please let me clarify: my comments have absolutely nothing to do with the actual actors whom I adore (both Kim Hyun Joong and Joe Cheng are great).
I am addressing the writing itself and how the drama writers chose to develop the character of the male lead. It is so vital to the character development between the main leads and the storyline itself.
ahjummabunny, this is what I mentioned in response to your comment in #2.2.2. The big "light bulb" was turned on in my brain when I realized just how important the writers of a drama need to make the character, not just the storyline development itself. My view has been expanded!
Now I am leaving for a bit because my 3 yr old son has colored all over the white table (top, sides, underneath, and legs) with "non-washable" crayons (using mostly a black crayon). I think he is protesting the lack of food in his stomache! Off to make lunch and clean up!
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silka
April 15, 2011 at 10:34 AM
It start with a kiss is wonderful... and you should watch ISWAK 2 as well.. the chemistry between the 2 leads are excellent.... playful kiss along with the specials sort of combined both ISWAK 1 and 2 together.... honestly, the T version is better to my opinion... although I did enjoy k version quite a bit... have not watch the j version.
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Happy Friday everyone!! It was such a Beautiful day in NYC yesterday. The first day that really felt like spring. :)
I went to Central Park with my friends and we basically ran around like children through the grass!
The locust trees, magnolia and weeping plum blossoms were all blooming and made the park look like something out of a Pre Raphaelite painting.
We found this hillside completely carpeted with daffodils and bluebells with a flowering cherry tree on the background!
To top it off I have no school for the next week and a half and my birthday is next Saturday! Tee hee! I am Happy! :)
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:33 AM
I have no idea why it posted there
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 5:32 PM
Because you are comfortable with me? :-)
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 11:33 AM
Happy Friday everyone!! It was such a Beautiful day in NYC yesterday. The first day that really felt like spring. :)
I went to Central Park with my friends and we basically ran around like children through the grass!
The locust trees, magnolia and weeping plum blossoms were all blooming and made the park look like something out of a Pre Raphaelite painting.
We found this hillside completely carpeted with daffodils and bluebells with a flowering cherry tree on the background!
To top it off I have no school for the next week and a half and my birthday is next Saturday! Tee hee! I am Happy! :)
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 5:52 PM
I agree with you MJP. ISWAK is rather long but that's why we could look right into the characters. The first thing I check before deciding whether to watch a drama or not is the story line so it plays a huge factor. But what makes me love a drama is the characters in it. How the actors develop/translanslate those characters then bring them to life.
PK is cute but to me it's a completely a new drama. A Kdrama that has only a slight resemblace to ISWAK. And I love it because of that. To make my point more clear: Boys Before Flower failed to blow me away or even catch my tinies emotion. It has similar story line/characters but I doesn't have the heart/feel that is abundant in Meteor Garden and Hana Yori Dango.
I think a good/interesting story line could turn into a disaster if the actors couldn't create interesting characters.
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chiomy
April 18, 2011 at 6:51 AM
I think the T-drama version was the best as well....
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31 Cindy
April 15, 2011 at 9:12 AM
last year I had a woong syndrome, now a kang syndrome...this is bad (but I enjoy both of them)
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32 Cindy
April 15, 2011 at 9:17 AM
last year I had a woong syndrome, now a kang syndrome...this is bad but enjoyable XD
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33 Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 9:24 AM
OPEN THREAD!!!!!!!!!!!! Ive been refreshing dramabeans page all day for this!!!!! Too late to even be on the first 10 now -_-
I still havent started 49 Days.....SOO wanna watch it...but i have my CLASSES!!!! and driving lessons....NOT FAIR!! NO TIME!!!!
Watching gourmet whenever i can....THE FOOD IS SOO AWESOME!!! its like watching Mastechef Korea - Drama Version! ♥ it!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:31 AM
and isn't kim rae won adorable? aren't you falling in love with him?
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 9:51 AM
TOTALLY!!!!!!! I just loved the scene where he started crying when he saw his dad for the first time after he ran away.....OH MY GAWD!!!! TT_TT
But i guess hes too old for my taste. Im an Kpop Idol lover......so Choi Siwon, Jang Geun suk.....aaaaah :P
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:14 PM
speaking of baby geun suk ah I got a message from mvibo that he has his own app. I thought I was a total fan girl this days, but I actually scoffed at that. so I haven't totally lost my sanity everyone!!!!
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QuietLurker
April 15, 2011 at 12:22 PM
I love KRW, when does he get out of the army....August or something?
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 5:48 PM
Tricky question because I note from research I had done previously that the days in seem to vary. But according to the most thorough information I have they will be in for 22 months. He went in in August 2009. So drop two months and he should be out in June 2011.
Most current news about him:
http://www.allkpop.com/2011/04/kim-rae-won-reaches-agreement-with-man-who-crashed-into-his-parked-maserati
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34 come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 9:31 AM
Anyone else watching New Tales of Gisaeng? What do you think? I think it is okay. The acting is not all that good, IMO. The story is slow and it is like 9,000 episodes long. Despite that.... I am addicted. Go figure. I am totally into the whole Ah Da Mo / Dan Sa Ran story line. I also like Sa Ran's younger sister and the cute boy with the two tone hair. I actually dig her dancing scenes, they amuse me! I can't believe it is only been 24 episodes and they have had two deaths already. I actually liked those characters, they seemed to push the story along.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:52 AM
I watched ten minutes of one episode and then flipped over to mbc's banja, banja (I can't remember the name in english now!!) but believe it nor not I'm watching smile, mom. It has veered to ridiculouser and is going to explode soon so I have to keep watching it. I think the drama coming after it is supposed to be good. I can't wait for smile, mom to end.
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GrandmaFran
April 15, 2011 at 12:34 PM
wait 2 people died already? i only recall grandpa.. dang my mind is failing me. i'm actually really digging the story, yea the acting is not the greatest but damo's hotness makes up for it! haha. he became so cute and adorable after moving into the gisaeng house. and gong joo's dancing scenes are so therapeutic and sonja is a cutie. i only wish his hair would grow faster. i think this drama does flashback scenes with the appropriate music very well.
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come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 4:16 PM
Yeah... Ra Ra's grandpa and Da Mo's grandma. The grandma wanted DaMo to hook up with Sa Ran, remember? DaMo's hotness is totally making up for the lack o acting. I love that he is in the Gisaeng house now. Why oh why did Son Ja do that to his hair? It looks better parted on the side than in the middle though. Can it be that there are only two of us on the OT today who watch NTG?
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GrandmaFran
April 15, 2011 at 6:34 PM
wow i cannot believe i forgot that. they died like an episode apart. i definitely remember more people watching it. at least in the earlier OT. i don't know if they're still following it or not but it's getting better now that they're staying under the same roof. and heck we're halfway there!!! thank goodness it isn't over 50. whew! i loved the song sa ran sang. i only wish i knew korean bc it's proving to be quite difficult finding it.
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 9:15 PM
Here! I'm a big fan of New Tales...Damo is really cute! I got use to the way he delivers his dialoque...I fits well with his cocky ways...like always wanting to get things done as he thinks...
I like his persistence to pursue Saran to make up for his mistakes & regain her trust. The problem is Saran will now more bad points for being a Gisaeng in the eyes of Damo's parents. I can't wait for her real parents to find her to give her more confidence with Damo. I was so angry with her greedy ambitious stepmom. for bullying & pushing her to be gisaeng.I'm touched with Dongjos love for her.
DongJos dance at the start made me watch...Saran & Damo's love affair, birth secrets lost & found.
Love the dance of Dongjo in ep 23/24? with SonJa. I love Sonja. Cute & nice! hope to see more of him in future.
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Lithel
April 16, 2011 at 2:39 AM
It's three actually! since Son Ja's grandmother died at the beginning...
Yes, that's how crazy the show is, you can't even remember how many people died ^^;
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Can't live without Dramabeans (-those 49 Days recaps and peoples' feedback is what's keeping me going)
April 19, 2011 at 8:03 AM
Hurrah for a post on NTOAG!
What's happened lately?
Is Andre still as cute as ever?
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35 Christy
April 15, 2011 at 9:51 AM
Oh the music is good.
Anyway...sadly i had to stop watching dramas, because my graduation approaches :/. Hate studying! I just want to laze around and watching dramas 24/7....
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36 Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 9:52 AM
1. Anyone know any good places to eat/go around the New Brunswick/Edison area? I have to go there for a PH conference.
2. Any romance novel fans? I've read some books from Nalini Singh's series due to the urging of some friends. It's good stuff.
3. Watched "Please Teach Me English" yesterday. Jang Hyuk is oddly attractive. I dont find him handsome but something about him is very rawr :D
4. Basking in this good weather because I'm sure my allergies will act up anytime soon lol.
5. Re-watched "Comrades" recently. :(
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 11:29 AM
okay, nvm. Rutgers is having some sort of concert today and I'm pretty much stuck haha.
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ar_arguably romantic
April 15, 2011 at 1:55 PM
I'm a romance novel fan (don't you hate it when people deride romance novels and think every one of them is a Danielle Steele novel?), though I've been too busy to read any this past year. I'm more into European historicals (Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, Connie Brockway, Loretta Chase...), but plan to check out other subgenres one day.
And yes there really is something just so rawr abt Jang Hyuk. *rawr*! =X =D I loved Please Teach me English!
I have horrific spring allergies usually starting by the last days of April continuing into like the 3rd week of May when my eyes are either itching like crazy, sticky, or filled with so much gunk that everything becomes blurry.
I'm trying to enjoy the nice weather too before all that happens, but it sucks how I have to stay in a lot to get assignments done for the end of the semester.
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 4:13 PM
I LOVE regency era! They tend to be so very cliche but I still cant help but fall for the storylines.
My favorites have to be the marriage of convinience types, reforming rakes, brooding heros (but a no no to Healthcliff >_<), and charming beta males. Go figure; it's the very same traits found in many a k-drama hero. It must be universal :D
Some of my favorites have to be Garwood, Beverley, Kinsale, Lindsay, Foley, Gracie and Enoch.
Ugh! I soo dont want to suffer this season. Too much to do. We have to invest in some quality teas and allergy medication lol :D
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ar_arguably romantic
April 16, 2011 at 1:19 AM
I love me some Beverley, Kinsale, and Gracie too!
I don't usually like Enoch, but she wrote one of my favorite romances, London's Perfect Scoundrel.
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Viola
April 16, 2011 at 4:47 AM
If you like Regencies you must have read Georgette Heyer! Whic book is your favorite? Mine is Devil's Cub. :P
Loretta Chase writes good regencies too. My favorite is the scoundrel. :)
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Alvina
April 16, 2011 at 11:59 AM
@ asianromance: Out of Enoch's series, I prefer the 3rd book (England's Perfect Hero). While I'll read anything, I tend to like the smart good-natured types. And, if the heroine is TStL (or, flip side, a complete banshee), forget it. I wont even finish haha.
@ Viola: Heyer!! Oh man, there's so many. And the covers are so pretty :D I think, The Talisman Ring and The Convenient Marriage? I like Loretta Chase but her books take some thought to read; sometimes, I'd rather not think haha.
ar_arguably romantic
April 17, 2011 at 6:17 PM
I LOVE HEYER! I've been slowly collecting the Heyers published by Sourcebook because of all the pretty covers. There are currently like 16 in my collection! My favorite is a toss-up between Devil's Cub and Frederica. My favorite Loretta Chase is actually Mr.Impossible (because Rupert is so hilarious and good-natured). They had recently changed the cover for the re-release of it into one of those generic clinch covers =/
37 Nars
April 15, 2011 at 9:54 AM
Anyone watch The Manny yet? That flashback with the white family cracked me up. They were like BLONDE HAIR. WIFE WANTS THE MANNY. HUSBAND HAS SHOT GUN!
Is that really how they view America? Lol.
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 10:01 AM
lol, I cracked up at that too! Foreigners portrayed in Korean dramas/movies always make me amused (unless they're the badass asian foreigners.... then they're usually either hired killers or gangsters lol)
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Nars
April 15, 2011 at 10:16 AM
I also love how they're turning the manny thing into like this specialized field. Yes, you can get a degree in childcare, but you don't have to go to an ivy league school to do it. He's like a genius babysitter lol.
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38 ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:56 AM
anyone watching I believed in Men? the description is so vague and I've only seen a part of the first episode. I was excited to see wang bit na after her wonderful booki but she seems so normal. also, anyone watching all my love/ my love my family with lee pil mo?
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39 grace, the one from Jersey, USA
April 15, 2011 at 10:01 AM
The Edison Noodle House off of Rout #1.
It's well hidden in an "L-shaped" mall with the
back of a Shop-Rite (I think) facing the road.
You'll have to call 411 to get their phone number,
so you can get better directions than mine,
and be able to find the place. I hope you do,
and that you enjoy it! :)
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grace, the one from Jersey, USA
April 15, 2011 at 10:03 AM
OOPS! I meant.......ROUTE.....#1.
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 10:03 AM
ahh, I think that was in reply to me? haha. Thanks for the recommend! I'll look it up.
I'm going to be around for like, a week visiting people as well so I wanted something to do with my time XD
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40 chiomy
April 15, 2011 at 10:15 AM
So someone mentioned on the last thread about the casting of Kang Ji Hwan and Yoon Eun Hye in the upcoming drama Lie to Me and their kissing scene and it got me to thinking that a lot of Kdramas don't seem to do kisses right. I am finding that the few T-dramas I gave watched all seem to have actual kisses. What is the hottest kiss (and by extension, hottest/sexiest couple) in a Kdrama? I mean a kiss/couple that makes you swoon....I think mine would be City Hall's Cha Seung Woo and Kim Sun Ah....the attraction between them was great. I liked Creating Destiny's couple however, the attraction did not really build well.....
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 10:54 AM
I liked the kiss between sun woo sun and "park tae joon" in will it snow for christmas when she was in the hospital after attempting suicide and go soo and han ye seul's kiss when they find each other in their hometown. there was something very sexy about it.
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 11:05 AM
emm for me hot kiss in k drama means both side have to be active participant in the kiss and please not just touching lips. I hate that just-touching-lips-one-side kiss, better watching erotic hand-holding, hot eye-glancing, and romantic light kiss than that. UGH
My fave hot kiss still belong to KJH & PSY in Coffee House, but Coffee Price has hot kiss too.
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 11:25 AM
LOL, erotic hand-holding?? Which drama has that?
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 11:56 AM
http://www.dramabeans.com/2011/04/open-thread-182/
Comment no.19 from Informantxgirl.
I think Jewel in The Palace has it.
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Elle-Emme
April 16, 2011 at 5:57 AM
Secret Garden has hot hot kisses , the best being in episode 20 the honeymoon kiss 2 minutes
they got fined for it
Hyun Bin Learnt how to kiss from My name is sam soom
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chiomy
April 18, 2011 at 6:57 AM
Really, they got fined for that? OMG! and you are right about the Secret Garden kisses! LOL
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Firewife5
April 15, 2011 at 11:16 AM
Having done and in-depth review of many kissing scenes during my kdrama viewing days, (purely for my own enjoyment...I mean academic pursuits*cough*cough*) I feel somewhat qualified to respond to this.
It's hard to beat CSW & KSA in City Hall.The kiss scenes between YEH & GY in Coffee Prince are classic. I melted at the kiss between PSH & KNJ in the last episode of QOR.
The Tdrama kisses are generally acknowledged to be better, but I do think Kdramas are beginning to catch on to the concept that there's nothing romantic in watching a man kiss the heck out of a fence post.
So, there you have it, my purely voyeuristic...errm professional opinion.
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Sly
April 15, 2011 at 11:23 AM
I was a T-Drama Addict before I became a K-Drama addict and you're definitely right on with this one. After making the switch, I noticed that a number of K-Drama hallmarks are missing in T-Drama and vice-versa. This is what I've noticed the general trend to be, but of course there are always exceptions:
- KDrama kisses tend to be chaste and the girl rarely responds. It's almost never open mouthed. TDrama kisses tend to be full on make-out status most of the time.
- KDrama wrist-grab occurs much less frequently in TDrama though it does happen.
- TDrama comedy tends to be much more slapstick and ridiculous (something KDrama fans seem to have trouble getting use to, but to each their own right?). KDrama has a lot of meta jokes which is sorely missing from TDrama.
But anyway, TDrama has hit a huge slump in recent months, so it's kind of hard to compare on the same level as the better produced Kdramas currently. Hopefully things will turn around with "Love You" "Sunshine Happiness" and "Combat Butler".
I know "Love You" aka "Drunken to Love You" is supposed to be in the same flavor as "Fated to Love You" (same director & writers?) but it just doesn't seem as racy as its predecessor. However, Joseph Chang is just racy sexy in general. So I guess that's sufficient.
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 11:55 AM
there's a definite slump in T-dramas. They tend to be more open in terms of sex, singles culture, and general lifestyle but I find the drama as a whole to be very generic, with a cheap day-drama look.
I love dramas, of all sorts, but T-dramas tend to blend the K-daily makjang too much lol. There's one too many "Oh, hero doesnt know he has a child/mommy problems/secret brother/etc, falls in love with new girl, angst angst angst" thing going.
There are some hot k drama kisses. Off the top of my head, 9 end 2 outs, Robbers, Thousand Years of Love, Capital Scandal. <--- I think they prize innocence in a girl more though.
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chiomy
April 18, 2011 at 7:12 AM
You are right about the wrist grab, however, T-Dramas seem to specialize in ARM grabs! so freaking annoying... one character (the lead girl in smiling pasta, a T-drama) actually told the lead guy off in a scene, for always dragging her around and that it made her feel like a dog. I almost cracked up because at that moment, it was like she just read my mind!
What exactly are meta jokes? Metaphorical? I am not sure I can say that I agree if that's the case. That might be because I don't speak Korean and meanings do get lost in translation.
One thing I will say is that T-drama fashion/living seems to more closely echo real life. For example, in Down with Love, the characters clothes are down to earth and reflective of their status AND they repeat clothes whereas in dramas like Smile, You (K-Drama), even though Lee Min Jung's character lost all her belongings and worked crappy jobs, she still had a new coat almost every other day...what the heck? Where did she get the money for it, and more importantly, where the heck did she keep all her clothes in that tiny house?
It is so distracting seeing all the clothing changes (and the shoes) in K-dramas which don't fit with the character's situation that I often really enjoy when they have to wear uniforms as part of the character like in Coffee Prince (loved it)
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x0mi07
April 15, 2011 at 2:57 PM
Prosecutor Princess with Park Shi Hoo and Kim So Yeon! That kiss was SO emotionally charged. *faint* <3 <3 <3
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Elllen
April 16, 2011 at 1:31 AM
Most Korean dramas kisses that I've seen were limp. Usually the man's lips kissing the woman's lips without moving. Limp because the woman won't even move her arms to hug the man kissing her. A kill joy to romance.
Recently, I've seen more passionate kissses in kdramas. Passionate because they are both engaged in the act hugging & moving their lips.
In Hong Gildong, there's a scene where Jang Geun seuk kiss the sleeping Sung Yuri's character...in an interview Yuri was surprised when JGS opened his mouth while kissing her! There's more to that...from youtube "Hong Gil dong cast interview"
LBH & SHK had passionate kisses in "All In".
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41 MJP
April 15, 2011 at 10:15 AM
Is anyone out there watching the new daily show, "You're So Pretty?"
I am loving it but there aren't any subs.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:26 PM
cham yeopoda? or something like that? is it out already!!! oh my goddy, goddy, godd!! why did I waste 23 years of my life not watching k-dramas. I have soo much to catch up on. I wish to quit my job and make money watching k-dramas.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 8:15 PM
Yes, it is on daily. Less than 35 minutes an episode. It moves very quickly for me when watching. It's already up to episode 10.
Tudou.com has it RAW. http://www.tudou.com/home/kimguoxing
However, I like to go through dramacrazy.net to get there.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 8:29 PM
ahjummabunny,
I want to ask you something, since this is RAW. The end of episode 8 and starting out episode 9 has these lines (warning this is what I think I am hearing):
Kim Tae Hoon as Park Chi Young says, "Deega boonday saguaranya? Deega boonday!!!" And throws a punch.
Hyun Woo Sung as Byun Kang Soo recovers from punch and replies, "Da? Koo you young ya koonja!"
Kim Tae Hoon as Park Chi Young looks shocked for moment then questions,"Koonja?" and snickers.
What happened here? What is a Koonja?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:27 PM
I have no idea. I'm not fluent a 2 year old probably has more vocabulary than I do. If you're hearing with a drama-keen ear I think it's yakun because the guy throwing the punches seems to be asking what are you saying about loving or who are you saying you love. the ja/cha is throwing me off. I think if I knew what was going on I could figure it out better.
ahjummabunny is a state of mind.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 10:29 PM
This is what happens when I see you using Korean in your comments. I just jump to crazy conclusions... All the time... I never stop... Maybe I should change my name to EnergizerBunny? I just keep going... and going... and going. :-)
42 silka
April 15, 2011 at 10:45 AM
Been watch Jdrama last few weeks.. finish all 3 Gukosen along with the moves.. love it... a lot of eye candies on each of them...
I also finished Mei-chan no Shitsuji, Absolute Boyfriend (Zettai Kareshi), Atashinchi no Danshi, Hana Kimi, Nobuta wo Produce, akai ito, koizora and Kimi wa Petto... may I just say Saito Tomohiro, Miura Haruma and Matsumoto Jun are excellent actors and definitely my fav... too bad that I heard Saito tomohiro is not going to act anymore and to become a writer... I gonna miss him...
i know it's a lot of drama... so a lot of late night for me.. but it's all worth it... and i also rewatching tdrama Devil beside you... still love it...
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 10:56 AM
OHHH I started with Japanese dramas and moved onto Korean after!
You have to watch 1 litre of tears [ as teh name suggests.....LOVE IT], Mr. Brain[ BRILLIANT AMAZING ....and too short] , Last Friends[kinda slow though]....Hana Yori Dango!!! [There is no replacement for the great 'Doumyoji Tsukasa' and 'Makino tsukushi!]...ive watched more..but i dun remember them now :P
Have fun watching!!!!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 11:33 AM
aren't you going to suggest proposal daisakusen or buzzer beat or code blue, code blue two, kurosagi ( anything with yamapi)
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 11:41 AM
OH YES....How can i forget Proposal Daisakusen???....I havent seen Code Blue and Buzzer Beat...but yes Kurosagi both drama and Movie...... ^_^
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 11:43 AM
OH and i remember Tatta hitotsu no Koi.....and Hotaru no Hikari....Ayase Haruka is the PRETTIEST Japanese actress ive ever seen....and Hotaru no Hikari just proves it all the more....despite eevrything she does in it...shes sooo CUTE!!!!!
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silka
April 15, 2011 at 11:56 AM
now i have to do another jdrama marathon... i heard buzzer beat is good and code blue... i have quite a long list!
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 12:02 PM
I LOVE J-drama, of the Kimura Takuya circa early 00s variety lol.
J-drama, if done right, mixes the best of Korean storyline with T-drama chemistry.
But, being more of a romance [with a happy ending] fan, K-drama/Bollywood has kept its hold on me. For some reason, J-dramas tend to end more tragically, are more unsatisfyingly sad than K-dramas can be (even the tragic K-dramas).
Maybe it's a cultural thing? Or maybe that's the formula that has been done for ages and works?
But, I'm more of a "Pride" "Propose Brothers" or "Nobuta wo Produce" fan than the "ProDai" or "1 Litre" type.
I also like the "Ikebukuro west gate park" or "GTO" style dramas....
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silka
April 15, 2011 at 12:23 PM
love kimura Takuya... still remember him in Love Vacation.. so cute... Heard Mr. Brain is good.. so gotta check it out soon...
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pipit
April 16, 2011 at 6:14 PM
I also love Takuya Kimura! You should see Change where he becomes the cutest Prime Minister ever! I'll vote for any PM like that.
And for Buchou fans, you girls should see him in Love Revolution!
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GrandmaFran
April 15, 2011 at 12:53 PM
omg i sped through all 3 gokusen in 3 days i think. too many pretty boys. haha. i loved nobuta wo produce and tatta hitotsu no koi. kame is such fiiiiiine actor, but why he grosses me out as a singer is a sad sad thing. stop waxing your eyebrows! they hardly exist anymore :(
ayase and mukai osamu are so adorable in hotaru no hikari 2. and buzzer beat! yamapi was actually acting in that one! miura haruma is another favorite. which reminds me, i need to catch up on Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 1:01 PM
yankee kun to megane chan! I wish that drama went on forever. It is sooo cute.
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kfan13
April 15, 2011 at 2:22 PM
If you're into j-dramas, try Guilty: Akuma to Keiyaku Shita Onna (Hiroshi Tamaki). I finished this one over a recent weekend.
If you're musically inclined Nodame Cantabile also
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kfan13
April 15, 2011 at 2:23 PM
Also, one pound gospel
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 8:43 PM
I watched Himitsu no Hanazono this week. Have you seen it? It was really good!!!
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43 ...
April 15, 2011 at 11:02 AM
Has anybody here watched God Of Study? If yes can you please tell me if it's worth continuing after episode 8? Or will I continue to throw things at my pc everytime Kang Seok ho does something inhumane to the kids under the guise of "studying"? It's so frustrating to watch right now.
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44 Carinne
April 15, 2011 at 11:06 AM
Good Friday To Ya Peeps!
Addicted to Manny, I am. I really haven't been following any other Kdramas tis season. I have been catching up on a few Kfilms instead when time permits. Oh, I do have a sudden urge to run a Goong marathon. Princess Hours all of a sudden feel so right at the moment. I think my subconscious is telling me I need to get pampered for my own good.
I am ready for some dim sum tomorrow morning. Start of a zen wkend...
Live well folks!
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Celest
April 15, 2011 at 11:25 AM
Started watching Manny too. Too be honest I only picked it up because of Seo Ji Suk haha.
Totally flipped when I saw little Jung Da Bin as Eun Bi. Has it really been that long since Wonderful Life?! Overall, I think it's okay. I'm really getting no chemistry between the two leads though. I think he has more potential to be with the older sister (who is killing it!)
One series that I'm really really into though is Listen to my Heart. Saturdays cannot come sooner!! I honestly don't see how people found it slow to begin with. To be honest I think the pace is amazing. Great setup for what could happen in the future. My crack drama of the week, I think more so than 49 days.
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 11:35 AM
I totally agree! The older sister seems to be full of life and I can see myself getting more interested in her than the actual lead, it seems.
I hope they pull a Kim Min Jong with her character. :D
And how is Listen to my Heart? I wanted to watch it because of Kim Jae Won but I didnt get the chance.
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Celest
April 15, 2011 at 12:56 PM
So far Listen To My Heart is AMA-ZING!! Granted, it's only been episodes and KJW hasn't even come out yet but not one second of it has disappointed me so far. All the kids are amazing and as always, Jang Bo Seok is nailing his character. This drama has a lot of heart and I'm all praises for it.
I really really hope that the adult counterparts don't screw this one up lol
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Carinne
April 15, 2011 at 12:21 PM
Yeah, the older sister seems fiery and has her hands full... of chiseled models. > , <" Isn't E03's preview all about accusing her sexual harassment? The manny does look like he has more chemistry titrating with the older sister. The younger sister/divorcee is living in oblivion and more whiny for now.
The universal law of any drama, isn't it all about the phase of transformation? The older sister is already a swan, whereas the younger sister is dormant in her ugly duckling phase awaiting for her swan makeover. And for some men, they fall for women changing for the better like it's one of his achievements in life to a trophy wife, right?
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Celest
April 15, 2011 at 12:58 PM
Well put! There is a lot of improvement when it comes to the younger sister, but I'm willing to stick this one out for a while at least. And Choi Jung Yoon really isn't a bad actress, it's just her character that needs to toughen up a bit lol
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 9:45 PM
I like the manny in Manny. I like the lead actor...I've seen him in a few long series dramas. He's cute so I keep watching. I don't mind the fiery character of Janice. Being a model she's suppose to be fiery & arrogant! But I don't like it when she sneaks to get him in a tutu & post it. Childish! Might backfire on her. The client who chose manny to be the model for the product might cancel the contract!
I'm not really keen with whom he pairs in love...the mom is awkward with her ways. Maybe she will turn to a swan later with manny around.
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45 ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 11:35 AM
hmm I love crack so maybe I'll watch can you hear my heart before it starts.
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46 viola
April 15, 2011 at 12:05 PM
Happy Friday everyone!!
It was such a Beautiful day in NYC yesterday. The first day that really felt like spring. :)
I went to Central Park with my friends and we basically ran around like children through the grass!
The locust trees, magnolia and weeping plum blossoms were all blooming and made the park look like something out of a Pre Raphaelite painting.
We found this hillside completely carpeted with daffodils and bluebells with a flowering cherry tree on the background!
To top it off I have no school for the next week and a half and my birthday is next Saturday! Tee hee! I am Happy! :)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:32 PM
all sunshine means to me is gross freckles and sweat. I don't know why but when I lived in Linden I never got freckles and that place is tropical.
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 12:51 PM
I take my UVa/UVB exposure very seriously.
So, after a LOT of searching for a safe sunscreen, my favorite brand: http://www.amazon.com/Badger-SPF-Sunscreen-Face-Body/dp/B0012ZMBDQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1302896479&sr=8-1
After sun lotion: http://www.amazon.com/Burt-27s-Bees-After-Lotion-6-2e0/dp/B0013L55U0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=beauty&qid=1302897003&sr=8-1
My favorite hat, spf 50 +: http://www.amazon.com/San-Diego-Womens-Hat-Size/dp/B0032AMW3S/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1302896665&sr=8-15
My favorite parasol/umbrella: Works well as a rain umbrella and is pretty enough to be a parasol :P
http://www.amazon.com/Pink-Gerbera-Daisy-Flower-Umbrella/dp/B001L4CY3K/ref=pd_sbs_a_7
And you are all set for summer! :)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 1:03 PM
hey Viola,
You're the tops, you know jang! I needed that. Thanks.
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Carinne
April 15, 2011 at 12:50 PM
You are so lucky to have the sakura landscape East Coast. I miss cherry blossoms.
My sis' bday is next Sunday, on Easter Sunday. May your bday wish come true.
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Carinne
April 15, 2011 at 1:10 PM
The plum blossoms like cherry blossoms at my house came earlier for me in the South than for you up North.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 1:34 PM
My birthday is the Monday after yours!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 1:59 PM
hey all this birthday talk is making me want cake. My birthday isn't 'til novemberrrrrrrrr.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:01 PM
Mmmm, cake. The main grocery chain here has a bakery that makes a mini cake called "Chocolate Indulgence." It isn't at all like what the recipes I am seeing online.
It looks like this:
Shaved Dark Chocolate Curls Coating The Top
Rich Creamy Chocolate Mousse
Deep Rich Moist Dark Chocolate Cake
Rich Creamy Chocolate Mousse
Deep Rich Moist Dark Chocolate Cake
Yum! Yum! Yum!
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47 Elle-Emme
April 15, 2011 at 12:17 PM
Manny is cutish helping me with kdrama drought
Midas is coming to an end still dont really know what happened
I might start watching 49 days
and I am rewatch secret garden for the ith time
happy friday all
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:30 PM
I wish I'd watched more than half of 3 episodes of midas but what the heck is that show about? It's so sparkly and nothing's going on. hmm quite like midas.
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48 QuietLurker
April 15, 2011 at 12:37 PM
Okay I was walking to the mall and I saw this really cute couple walking in my direction. They were Asian decent and fashionable and holding hands! I thought they were so cute. Like they walked straight out of a fashion magazine.
BUT upon further inspection they actually weren't holding hands, he was holding HER WRIST and they were walking together like that!!!!!
I was like "huh?" I thought that only happened in kdramas, not real life.
Hence my confusion.
I don't know if their background was Korean, but to anyone who has lived in Korea, (or Japan, China, Taiwan) does this wrist grab thing actually happen in real life?
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GrandmaFran
April 15, 2011 at 12:40 PM
lol i can't imagine walking around while my boyfriend is holding onto my wrist like i'm about to make an escape or something. strange. strange.
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QuietLurker
April 15, 2011 at 12:49 PM
Girl my casual glance ended up being a STARE. I had to play it off. I was seriously like "Is he holding her wrist...why is he holding her wrist....that happens in real life....seriously?"
Maybe she wanted to go back to the mall and he was like "No, we're leaving." or something. But they actually looked really chill about it.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:45 PM
last week this tv show on cbs called chaos featured a north korean couple reuniting after the husband defects to the us ( I supsect the actors were chinese their korean was bad the words were good just the accents were off) anyway they're both risking their lives for each other and when they meet a handshake. my sister and I cracked up laughing because we were both unsurprised.
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ar_arguably romantic
April 15, 2011 at 2:01 PM
that IS weird O_o!
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 4:51 PM
I wonder if that would have even registered with you if you weren't exposed to dramas...
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49 GrandmaFran
April 15, 2011 at 12:38 PM
BIGBANG Love song on repeat.
TOP is the most gorgeous man in the universe. i love him and his rainbow socks and elf ears. ahhhhhhh
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 12:56 PM
Yes, they do rock, don't they?
To quote someone - Brookeve?
Best last 10 seconds of a video, too.
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brookeeve
April 15, 2011 at 4:57 PM
Yeah, that would be me. :)
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Carinne
April 15, 2011 at 1:34 PM
I watched this MV last night for the first time, and it's a good clip. It may have been filmed at the Mojave Desert while they were here filming "Tonight" in Vegas.
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x0mi07
April 15, 2011 at 3:09 PM
That song is pure ear candy! It's so refreshing and cool!:) I've played it over sooooooo many times and actually waited for the MV release (which was 4am my time)! Hahahahahaha! BB is my current obsession (in lieu of a good drama). I wait for their perfs in music shows every week.=P
And OMG TOP! All the VIPs were spazzing about the orgasm face he made during their comeback performance for LOVE SONG! OMG THAT FACE!!! (at the 0:14-0:15 mark in this vid: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbUUPg78mrE)
GD&TOP are so beautiful. GD's so mesmerizing every time he performs.
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Linda165
April 16, 2011 at 4:46 AM
Yes, great song, very catching. The official MV already has 2,200,000 hits in 3 days.
I saw the video you posted, and is TOP using the same hat Kang Ah used in his last photo shoot???? To quote someone, the one a drag queen police would wear.
http://www.dramabeans.com/2011/03/jo-hyun-jae-rockin-the-manliner-in-ceci/
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Carinne
April 16, 2011 at 8:49 AM
Just watched your recommendation...
~ OMG THAT FACE, INDEED! ~
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50 jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 12:49 PM
LIGHTBULB MOMENT to share
I watched Kim Sam Soon eleventy times.
Something always bothered me.
Why three sisters?
Why when we only meet two of them.
We never ever talk about Sis #1.
Why couldn't they just eliminate the character?
Well, I was watching another show and they said, "I am going to name my third child SAM SOON."
I was, like, OH! I get it. That's what SAM means = 3!
Duh!
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QuietLurker
April 15, 2011 at 12:52 PM
But couldn't they have named her Isoon?
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 1:04 PM
I think the problem was with the Soon part, because it was old fashioned.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 1:07 PM
speaking of old fashioned and names in general. how about the names they were going to give their kids according to hyun bin.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 1:05 PM
Here;s the Yahoo answers:
"Sam Soon" is not a funny name; it is just an ugly, old-fashioned name and that's why she hates her name so much in the show.
Like the other answerer mentioned, any name with "Soon" was common back in the 1930s or 1940s. Plus, "Sam" means "three" or "third" and she got her name "Sam Soon" because she is a 3rd daughter of her family. Her grandpa was so upset about having three girls in a row and named her in a tacky way.
If you are an English speaker, think of names like "Gertrude", "Mildred" or "Eleanor". Apparently, they are not so pretty names for young ladies.
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QuietLurker
April 15, 2011 at 2:39 PM
Ahhh I see, Eleanor is kind of pretty to me though.
Wasn't the Dads company named Sam Soon or something like that?
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 12:53 PM
THANK YOU JOMO! :)
I always wondered why was she THAT obsessed about her name? It sounds pretty to a English speaking person. How bad does it sound in Korean?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 1:05 PM
hey jomo I think they mention it in the drama actually. I recently picked it up on my second watch when I was introducing my sister to drama addiction.
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bbstl 🧹
April 15, 2011 at 10:22 PM
Eleventy times! me, too. MNIKSS is the best kdrama ever! I also always compare "Sam Soon" to "Gertrude", such a dowdy and outdated name.
While I'm here - on the subject of best k-kisses - - - GOONG! ahhhh, Shin-Gun, once you got started kissing, there was no stopping you.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 1:42 PM
oh was that show giant???? park so tae I think was talking about his kids with the ex-bar girl if I remember correctly.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 2:26 PM
Yes! Giant - That was the show that clued me in!!!!
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elle loves kdrama
April 16, 2011 at 11:20 AM
Ha! I picked that up in Giant too, and smiled to myself. I think I have watched ep14 of Kim Sam Soon hundred of times, and I still laugh at the karaoke scene. It never gets old :)
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 2:52 PM
More like what happened to the brother in Thank You. Auggghhhhhh that one bothers me.
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 5:44 PM
Nop, the brother was there to clean halabeoji's pants until Dr. Min moved in.
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 5:52 PM
lol! The drama with Jang Hyuk and the little kiddo with AIDS right?
Whatever did happen to the brother. I really sympathised with his short moments on the show. Didnt they say he went off to the army?
Wouldn't he have an exception as the sole male caregiver of the family with several dependents?
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 7:34 PM
I honestly don't remember what happened to him. Dog, the dog, had more screen time than the brother. Dog even had a happy ending because Dr. Min stopped kicking his house :)