I am **ahem** cautiously optimistic about the return of my Romance Bae Ji Chang-wook in Welcome to Samdal-ri. The way he looked at Shin Hye-sun in the drama teaser with that besotted look gave me all kinds of feelz (yes the one with “z“).
My most-est favorite Ji Chang-wook is the Romance Bae from Suspicious Partner, my personal fan-fic version i.e. no relation to the actual drama.
1. My Romance Bae Wookie (“RBW” for all future references in this or any post henceforth) is soo soo excited to have ME as his girlfriend. 💕
2. My Wookie looks at me like this.
3. My Wookie absolutely refuses to leave me to go home.
4. Since it is late my Wookie suggest that we …
5. My Wookie is quick to reassure me.
6. But I’m excited to **cough** spend time together **cough** and I can’t help but channel Goblin’s Bride and er, … surprise my Wookie
7. Sadly My Romance Bae Wookie is totally and absolutely unimpressed with my ppoppo-ing skills.
8. But still the gentleman that he is, my Wookie consoles me.
You know what I keep thinking? That hair of his right now, is long enough to properly get swept up in a manggeon and all he’d need would be extensions to make his own proper top-knot.
Great Selection!
I though Go Yoon Jung was okay in Alchemy of Souls. I can’t say I was a fan yet probably due to the previous near perfect adorable performance by Jung So-Min.
Then Moving aired and BAM! I’m solidly a Go Yoon Jung faaaaaan now.
I made sure to watch AoS – 2 with a good use of my amnesia wand. As you said Jung So-min was near perfect and it would be very unfair to compare them. Also I thought Go Yoon Jung made a better couple with Lee Jae-Wook in Season 2.
Except this weekend it’s Castaway Diva finale and it will have my whole attention! 😅
From next week I’ll join in the fun, probably hehe
(But also I don’t wanna get too excited because the last time I was anticipating a SHS drama it turned out to be a disappointment for me 🥲)
Apart from Castaway Diva and Welcome to Samdal-ri these three days are packed with Perfect Marriage Revenge, My Demon, Park’s Marriage, My Man is Cupid, Boyhood, Sweet Home 2 and what to talk about the weekenders. Phew! 😅
I love that his expression is like sheepish puppy, like he just realised ‘ah right yes so I now see the problem with making someone else jump into river just a day or two after they had like two near death experiences ‘ 😂
It seemed as if it is the first time he realized that maybe, could be, possibly she would have co-operated if he had asked her first like she just told him. Can’t wait to see his learning curve.
It was a pivotal scene, perhaps the first scene where we hear Dong-jin’s “voice”. We had only heard formalities or basic courtesies from him before. In this scene we “heard” his “heart”. The writing is also incredibly powerful. Even if it hadn’t earlier – with this one scene the drama captured my entire heart. Pink filter be damned. 😀
I just love your description of this scene and hearing his heart… yes, this was where he first revealed his heart and “real self” to her, and I believe this was the moment that truly started her on the path to falling in love. Truly one of the best dramas of the year, and one of my personal favorites ❤️
I think Woo-joo was already in love with him, this was the first time she admitted it to herself subconsciously. It would take few more episodes for her to verbalize it though.
That moment when she verbalizes it at the end of episode 7 is vivid in my mind! This was such a quiet drama, but with so many emotionally impactful moments.
@HopefulRomantic it is always such a pleasure talking to you. How wonderful to be able to share our mutual love of dramas and be able to discuss them so minutely. Makes me feel overwhelmed and “heard”. Thank you.
@seeker thank you for your kind words!! I always enjoy discussing with you, too 😊 it’s so special to be able to talk about dramas with others like you who appreciate the introspective little details and the emotional beats!! 🥰
@HopefulRomantic Emotions are what make us human. To have them nuanced so beautifully in a drama was like watching a flower bloom. It takes time, lots of care, sunshine and love. That is what Call It Love made me feel.
@seeker oh that’s such a beautiful description of the magic of Call it Love. When I watched it, I cried at most of the episodes – not because I felt sad, or because the drama was sad, but because it touched me just like you said – feeling heard and understood, even though my experiences are not the same as those of the characters. That’s a really special form of connection and identification. This drama was very gentle with the hearts of both its viewers and its characters. ❤️
@HopefulRomantic I too bawled my eyes out each episode and had to watch it with breaks in-between because it was so overwhelming. I didn’t know the meaning of “verklempt” then but that is what I felt. I believe the requirements of classical Greek tragedy as enunciated by Aristotle, to arouse “pity” for the characters and “fear” lest the same fate befalls us were well met. Luckily for us, the “modern” concept of hope in the plot saved us from **cough Heartbeat cough**.
Indeed the drama dealt with each character very sympathetically. Even ML’s mom, we understood her insecurities and her search for new companions to ease her loneliness but it was her “selfish” decisions which led to her downfall and continued loneliness. Despite his neglect and intense loneliness from childhood uri Dong-jini took “selfless” decisions at all times which led to his being granted deep and meaningful companionships not just with Woo-joo but her entire family as we saw over the course of the drama. Ooh! discussing this with you is making me so 🥰 all over again.
@indyfan Welcome and thank you. I loved your comment on that post today. I really appreciated your talking out the time to so clearly outline the implications behind that.
Hopeful, Indy this conversation feels like a group hug. I feel so warm. You both are indeed my DB “found family”.
@seeker I LOVE your analysis!!!! Yay Aristotle!!! (And yay rhetorical theory and analysis!!!) I watched the same way, slowly drawing out the episodes, because I knew it was going to make me feel a lot of things. It was a great journey. Ah this conversation with you is making me waffle on my year-end vote for best drama!! I can’t decide between this and Twinkling Watermelon!
Yes, @indyfan, Thank you for your warm words of support, and group hug right back at you both!🫂
@Indyfan I thought it was a very timely intervention, not patronizing at all. While unaware of the actual context it felt as if something was off. I got a feeling you stopped it from becoming a hot mess. 😀
This was one of the best dramas of the year and I kind of forgot about it in the daily hustle but this GIF set brought back all the feels that this show created. Defs need to rewatch soon! Thank you for making and sharing this! 💜
It is a life lesson I took away and remembered from this drama. 😀
Also what is about K-drama leads that make you remember a lesson that one’s mother shrieking Think before you speak! your entire life couldn’t.
On November 29 at 6 p.m. PST (November 30 at 11 a.m. KST), Rakuten Viki will be hosting an Instagram Live broadcast with “Perfect Marriage Revenge” star Sung Hoon to celebrate International K-Drama Day.
It seems the all-seeing internet is convinced that Ji Chang-wook and Kim Tae-hyung (V from BTS) are actually, really and truly Twins. Is it really so?
Doppelganger Alert
The styling and camera angles may be somewhat similar but I certainly would not be confused between Ji Chang-wook and V. Perhaps non-fans may find them to be twinning. 🧑🤝🧑
I actually feel super dumb for not seeing the similarities before since I used to stan Bangtan in the same era that I rewatched Healer like a million times (+I’ve watched other Chang Wook shows). LOL
@enriquequierecagar@IsaGC@lapislazulii The photos are incredibly similar which definitely adds to the illusion of similarity. 🤣
Of course real fans know who is who. Nevertheless, both are world stars. 👏
You’re fine. I think any true fan can identify them very clearly although these set of photographs can perhaps lead to a head-scratching moment or two to a casual observer.
You’re not the only one. 🤣 No need for FOMO.
I think most Beanies would “not” be confused. Casual observers or people who are not fans of either may be slightly confused by the resemblance.
Yeah, I don’t see it either. I guess they look somewhat similar from certain angles in the way that a lot of people from the same general geographical region might, but it’s a very superficial resemblance. I’ve actually always found JCW to be distinctive looking, but that might have more to do with the fact that he’s pretty much my ideal physical type than objective analysis.
I think the “similarity” has more to do with the styling and camera angles rather than any facial resemblance. 🤣
I confess to not being able to be objective about JCW either. He is my Romance Bae. 💕
I was going to say the same thing. Ji Chang Wook is very very recognizable to me and I certainly wouldn’t mistake him for V. Don’t see much resemblance either. V looks like L, not JCW.
I mean even that pic of him in sunglasses, that lip-press and that neck are quite recognizable, and I’m not even a diehard fan of his lol. I’ve just seen him a lot.
… and right you are!! Indeed I don’t think even a non-fan Beanie can mistake these two world famous artists. But I guess there may be some people around the world who got confused. 🤷♀️
I was just listening on the radio to someone talking about interacting with people who are hearing-impaired and explaining that communicating in any way you can — if you can’t sign, try gestures or writing — is meaningful, so this scene really hit home.
I once read, a long time ago, in school perhaps that about 70% of communication is non-verbal. Expressions, gestures, body language are more important and can sometimes affect the person’s understanding of you more than your spoken words.
The drama came riding on a lot of goodwill. While initially wary, we were happy to welcome it. Somewhere, somehow instead of drugs it came a story of theft as the writer lost the plot!
Just some nice moments to say thank you and goodbye.
I did struggle with it because I did not find Nam-soon’s character or her businesswoman of a mother particularly appealing.
If anything, while I don’t need characters to be geniuses, those two were surfing on the single IQ digit wave a little too much to my liking. Cue to absolutely every single thing Nam-soon does during 16 episodes… and certainly being 100% suspicious in her undercover mission. UNDER-flipping-COVER, you tragic moron. It means not acting openly weird all the time. I just wanted to facepalm her with a brick a few times. Not that I blame her, she gets her brain from mom who, as it happens, has none whatsoever.
Second cue to mom actively asking the assassin sent to eliminate her at the hospital to let everybody know she is still alive and well. How idiotic is that, I ask you? Mom, how thick can one person be? Why did you not pretend you were dead instead? ! WAE??! *cries in Korean while slapping her in the face with wet kelp*
Nan, on the other hand, I could sympathise with her desire to just be happy and loved in her later years. This got lost in the midst of a non-existent plot, but for once, we almost had a romance story between people who are not in their 20s and that would have been a nice change. The best we’ve seen in “older romance” was Crash Course in Romance where it was decided that the couple should be in their 30s (which is apparently the new old, now)
And frankly, I cannot put in words how disappointingly soulless that ending was. Shi-oh, a man destined to solitude and pain his entire life and who still maintains his desire to believe in friendship. This was infinitely more pure and praise-worthy than a dumb little girl who’s faced literal zero challenges in life and who’s proven absolutely incapable to saving her own ass.
I would say I hated Nam-soon with a passion, but this is too kind. It did not ignite any passion.
same, I started wanting to like it. and, to be fair, at first, I thought, I would like it. I sort of enjoy her life in Mongolia, her doting adoptive Mongolian parents, her new start in South Korea. I even enjoyed the prospect of her dad immediately being able to spot fake Nam-soon from the real one. I loved the idea of a complex family living more or less together…
But then, something got lost along the way and I am not quite sure what. at some point, watching Nam-soon’s adventures began to fell like a chore rather than a joyful evening watch. Like watching an accident in slow motion and you know that the only thing you can do is watch for the inevitable disaster.
The strong start was precisely why watching it go downhill was so painful. I’m all on board a “strong” woman/ girl drama but strong does not have to necessarily equate to dumb. In the end it was is she dumb or are we dumb for still sticking it out. Just like that quote from Einstein.
I read the recaps for the last 8 or 6 episodes and caught up on main scenes via social media! But still dumb from me to somehow find ways of sticking with it lol
Thanks for these reminders of when the show was charming and promising. It had some great moments and could’ve explored some interesting ideas, but then … 😬
If there’s another sequel, maybe I’ll have learned my lesson and will approach with caution.
At least in a webtoon the ML would presumably have more presence even while living the different lives. I don’t know how it will work in a drama. Although Seo In-guk is billed as the main lead it may end up as an extended cameo considering there are only 8 episodes.
@indyfan uh … okay then. You can correct me if I’m wrong but aren’t the recaps more “lively” these days. Obviously there were always contrasting opinions – and indeed there should be – but it seems to be getting a tad more abrasive these days. What do you think.
I have seen a few contentious drama recaps recently. But I haven’t been around long enough to say it’s a trend. Since you’ve been around longer, I would trust your judgement on the long term trend. Interesting that you think it’s become a bit more abrasive. That’d be a shame.
@indyfan I would say its an ebb and flow. DB does have a sweet country side vibe where everybody knows everybody (at least the regulars) and while they might not agree on all things between heaven and earth they are not too much into defending their choices or convincing all and sundry that only this is the best. It is perhaps best described as a more or less harmonious co-existance amongst contrasts. Ordinarily people coming to DB for the first time are a little thrown by it and are naturally abrasive as you indeed need to be on most of social media. The DB community embraces all and people do mellow down or rather temper their remarks somewhat over a period of time. It is a process, some take to it like a duck to water, others find it somewhat disconcerting. I find a respectful approach to all opinions is helpful in DB and by extension IRL. 😀
@seeker and @indyfan – interesting discussion 😊 That’s partially why I’ve been less active on the recap comment threads for dramas I live-watch (that, and it’s hard to keep up with along with a job Lol 😆) – I might want to discuss, but I generally don’t feel like arguing/critiquing, especially if that would rain on someone else’s parade. But it’s easier to discuss with Beanies I feel like I “know”!!! 👍
@hopefulromantic I hear you! I’m more into fanwall discussions too with Beanies as well. But the fan wall moves so fast (and hard to keep track of) and I’m hopping onto a plane for another week of low bandwidth living. I’ll probably miss all the action again. 😢
Dagnabbit, it told me I posted an inappropriate word again 😑 I might have forgotten and used f-i-r-s-t and an exclamation in the same sentence. *Sigh.*
@indyfan the fanwall has become my favorite place to discuss!! The group watches of Mad Dog and Parallel World were such fun!!! Aw I’ll miss talking with you in the comments, but real life is always most important! I hope you have safe travels!
@seeker, yes, thank you for the insights into the DB discussion culture!
@indyfan@HopefulRomantic
My eyes widened and mind boggled. I just don’t have words for it. I did read the initial few posts but unsurprisingly missed the entire subsequent discussion. Unlike other threads which you can go back to even after many years, once you scroll past the fanwall, one would ordinarily not know about further comments unless someone replies to / tags you. It might be difficult to locate a post even if one knew which fanwall to see.
Fanwall posts are usually light, fun, fluffy or general musing / rant on dramas. It great way to de-stress which in a way is why we come to DB. It is really comforting to discuss our dramas and anything and everything in a fun way on the fanwall. One usually comes across the same group of people and all are extremely supportive and positive.
Just like K-dramas draw you in with the fluff and then go on to deliver some really tough life lessons, some Beanies have tough things to say which I appreciate. This is, really I have no words. I will however go on the fanwall to encourage the ongoing conversation. Thank you Indy for the link.
@indyfan
With this new found knowledge my original post seems somewhat ironical. 🤣
Do enjoy your travels and let us chat whenever, wherever on DB. 😀
@HopefulRomantic in the limited time from the job and life in general that we get for “all things drama”, after actually watching the dramas, the fanwall is my happy place. I do try to keep up with the news and other discussion threads on DB but generally recaps, even for dramas I am watching get sidestepped unintentionally (Hermione is NOT lending me her time turner) because I am having fun on the fanwall.
@HopefulRomantic I might want to discuss, but I generally don’t feel like arguing/critiquing, especially if that would rain on someone else’s parade. But it’s easier to discuss with Beanies I feel like I “know”!!!
Words to live by. I always appreciate your views. It reminds me of Han Dongjin’s dialogue in Call it Love.
“It may seem to you that people hold themselves back because they’re stupid. But there’s people who really try not to say everything that’s on their minds because if they do, they have to watch the other person get hurt, which is far worse than them holding it in.”
What lovely words. One of my most favorite characters and shows of the year.
I am not perfect, I’ll admit that. I do sometimes speak up, usually on real life issues I have a personal connection with. A lot of that has been about developing my voice, which I was most certainly not encouraged to do as a girl child.
But I agree with you and Hopeful for the most part. And I do not participate on shows that do not work for me. Let others be. But it is trickier when you have mixed reactions and still engaged with a show. It’s a good reminder to choose your words with care.
And I’m sorry. I thought you were referring to this thread earlier or I wouldn’t have linked it. While I’ve seen some contention on drama threads, this is the most I’ve seen on IRL issues. But I also wouldn’t have seen it if I wasn’t tagged either (the fan wall does indeed just roll on by). I hope it didn’t leave a bad taste in your mouth.
@indyfan
Thank you for sending me the link which I would have otherwise missed. While on DB I intentionally try a light approach as RL has quite enough angst thank you very much. 😀
Like you, I too have had to develop my voice. In fact many people were amazed (and secretly intimidated) by the profession I chose.
I agree with you, there are shows that I want to discuss, talk about and engage with everybody and this is usually possible only on recap threads. But as we have seen more often than not even a slight rant / dissatisfaction on a minor plot point can blow up on one’s face.
It is indeed a thin line we tread. Frankly humor and fanwalling is my defense mechanism cum shield against all RL angst and I cannot abide any more angst online. And I really want to protect this happy place.
@seeker I LOVE that quote from Han Dong-jin! Thank you for sharing that. They’re good words to live by. I agree with you that the fanwall has become my happy place, too! Cera and @indyfan, you’re both so thoughtful in your responses and replies, I enjoy reading your comments, and I enjoy discussing with you both 😊 I hope this site continues to stay a safe and mild place to talk about the shows we love.
I will not ask but know I am now curious about your profession that surprised and intimated all you know! 😀
Yes. We will keep it a happy place as best as we can. That’s why I hopped on today. MM #8 just tickled me pink! I’m so glad I stuck with this little drama.
@Indyfan sorry I got a bit ahead of myself with the tmi. Can I request you to please use your amnesia inducing wand and forget I said anything to make you curious. 🙏
She shoot an arrow that almost hit an ahjumma once (they showed it as one of the things she did that made her get the nickname “crazy lady”). She’s wild. Hahaha.
The webtoon for Marry My Husband is supposed to be good. Let’s see how the drama fares. That would be a new year present since it is apparently starting on 1st Jan.
I honestly think that the webcomic is bad and it mystifies me that it’s so popular. PMR webcomic is bland but inoffensive, whereas Marry My Husband is imo just trashy.
Well, to be fair the webcomic is REALLY popular. Imo it’s like Remarried Empress where people just want vicarious justice over an actual good storyline. I just posted on my fanwall about why I hate the comic, but I do admit there’s a bit of a personal reason.
That being said, whenever people discuss overrated webcomics in the Webtoon fandom, someone always says Marry My Husband.
This was one of those few times where almost all the beanies were having fun with the same show. It was nice to see the site be so active and bright. I had a lot of fun in the fan wall thanks to this drama. 😊
I am wistfully reminded of my second telenovela (out of two), and remember the sentences that I proudly understood and repeated in Brazilian Portuguese:
Old Nanny: [Maybe you should cut back on revenge, now that you are marrying the oldest son of that family that ruined your father, because after all, ]
“You do have feelings for Fernando”
FL: “I don’t “have feelings” for Fernando. Fernando is the man of my life!”
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"Você senta uma coisa pra Fernando"
"Eu não sento "uma coisa" pra Fernando. Fernando é o homem da minha vida!"
👏 just these two sentences are enough for me to guess (if you hadn’t told me already) what a makjang that would be. What is the name of the telenovela.
“Fera Radical” is translated to “WIldcat” but means more like “very much a Wildcat”.
Apart from the gun, she could do computer stuff – That other family didn’t stand a chance against this vengeful young woman. Not even Fernando … here’s the scene where holds him against his will and kisses him until he gives in. https://youtu.be/_HP8mWhBWG0?si=aAawNQ_F1BMfH1Uc
Sorry for spamming the Fanwall but the scene is so pretty that I just cannot resist. 🥰 This scene is at the end of episode one and beginning of episode two. Just cannot get over how awesome it is. I think of the hard work involved of so many people in this and am awed. Perhaps I should look for a bts of making of this scene.
What… It’s from the writer of Mr. Queen?! I thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Queen! Why didn’t I know (presumably because you didn’t read anything about Barbie’s demonic little life in Korea, Cecee, you sad idiot)
Demonic fun in pink… Okay, I’ll see what I can do. Might have to borrow something from Fake Morticia or her beloved git of a daughter, they’d have some demonic pink to offer, I’m sure.
Can’t go demonising about without a proper dress. It’s basic little hellish book of satanic fashion 101.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 4:31 AM
Ji Chang-wook 💕 is my Romance Bae. 🥰
Wae … Why…? Thank you for asking.
I am **ahem** cautiously optimistic about the return of my Romance Bae Ji Chang-wook in Welcome to Samdal-ri. The way he looked at Shin Hye-sun in the drama teaser with that besotted look gave me all kinds of feelz (yes the one with “z“).
My most-est favorite Ji Chang-wook is the Romance Bae from Suspicious Partner, my personal fan-fic version i.e. no relation to the actual drama.
1. My Romance Bae Wookie (“RBW” for all future references in this or any post henceforth) is soo soo excited to have ME as his girlfriend. 💕
2. My Wookie looks at me like this.
3. My Wookie absolutely refuses to leave me to go home.
4. Since it is late my Wookie suggest that we …
5. My Wookie is quick to reassure me.
6. But I’m excited to **cough** spend time together **cough** and I can’t help but channel Goblin’s Bride and er, … surprise my Wookie
7. Sadly My Romance Bae Wookie is totally and absolutely unimpressed with my ppoppo-ing skills.
8. But still the gentleman that he is, my Wookie consoles me.
9. And gives me the best-est ever hug.
Cont/- 👇
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 4:32 AM
10. And kindly demonstrates by some action.
11. More action.
12. And some more action.
13. And since we are a family channel we wake up all warm and cozy like this.
14. Also this.
15. To make an announcement, I ask my Wookie.
16. Then I tell him – My Romance Bae Wookie do you know that:
17. Which makes my Wookie all kinds of excited.
18. And very happy.
The Beginning …
Seon-ha 🫘🐂™
December 2, 2023 at 6:07 AM
Did you piece this together only from gifs you found on the internet? If so, that’s incredibly impressive! Like a giant narrative puzzle!
I mean, it’s impressive if not too…😮💨
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 10:59 AM
Yes. Just a little fan-fic with pictures. 🤩
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
December 2, 2023 at 6:36 AM
Excellent pictorial essay!!!! 😊👏👏👏
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 11:01 AM
Glad you enjoyed it. 😄
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 4:17 AM
#2023 Round Up
Male Lead I’ll Never Forget (for better AND worse).
Kim Young-kwang in Call it Love and Evilive.
Mesmerizing, bewitching, even his “back” can act!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 4:18 AM
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
December 2, 2023 at 4:20 AM
GORGEOUS gifs 😍 ❤️
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 4:24 AM
He is a walking talking representation of – simply irresistible!!
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
December 2, 2023 at 4:26 AM
ABSOLUTELY!!!!
Seon-ha 🫘🐂™
December 2, 2023 at 4:58 AM
You know what I keep thinking? That hair of his right now, is long enough to properly get swept up in a manggeon and all he’d need would be extensions to make his own proper top-knot.
Actual sageuk hair!
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
December 2, 2023 at 5:02 AM
ARGFJJRDSGGH I REALLY WANT TO SEE THAT! Romance sageuk please!!!!!!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 2, 2023 at 5:11 AM
Yes definitely a Romance (with a capital R) sageuk. He can swordplay all he wants but I want Real Romance. 🥰
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 10:59 AM
#2023 Round Up
Female Lead I’ll Never Forget:
Go Yoon Jung in Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow and Moving.
I found her luminous and unforgettable in both the dramas.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
December 1, 2023 at 12:31 PM
She’s a favorite of mine, too!!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 6:23 PM
Obviously there were many many candidates but Moving titled the scale. 😀
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 6:23 PM
* tilted
Lostpanda faked it and made it
December 1, 2023 at 5:16 PM
Great Selection!
I though Go Yoon Jung was okay in Alchemy of Souls. I can’t say I was a fan yet probably due to the previous near perfect adorable performance by Jung So-Min.
Then Moving aired and BAM! I’m solidly a Go Yoon Jung faaaaaan now.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 6:22 PM
I made sure to watch AoS – 2 with a good use of my amnesia wand. As you said Jung So-min was near perfect and it would be very unfair to compare them. Also I thought Go Yoon Jung made a better couple with Lee Jae-Wook in Season 2.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 6:29 PM
In Moving of course the wholesome fresh cuteness overload that was Bong-seok and Jang Hui-soo was unmatched.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 9:56 AM
Call it Love
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 30, 2023 at 1:40 PM
I happened to scroll through and see these gifs while listening to the OST for Call it Love ❤️ 🥹 Lovely, lovely scene.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 5:45 PM
How happy and relaxed he looks!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 9:19 AM
Am I the only one excited to see the thumbnail of Welcome to Samdal-ri in the Currently Recapping section.
The Goddess
November 30, 2023 at 9:22 AM
Urgh me too I can’t wait!!!!
Lelly19
November 30, 2023 at 12:23 PM
Me me!! 😁
Except this weekend it’s Castaway Diva finale and it will have my whole attention! 😅
From next week I’ll join in the fun, probably hehe
(But also I don’t wanna get too excited because the last time I was anticipating a SHS drama it turned out to be a disappointment for me 🥲)
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 5:57 PM
Apart from Castaway Diva and Welcome to Samdal-ri these three days are packed with Perfect Marriage Revenge, My Demon, Park’s Marriage, My Man is Cupid, Boyhood, Sweet Home 2 and what to talk about the weekenders. Phew! 😅
Lelly19
December 1, 2023 at 2:46 AM
Really packed schedule!! 😆
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 4:45 AM
What is sleep 💤
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 9:12 AM
My Demon
Aww… he’s apologizing for not telling her about his devilish plan to drown her to try and transfer his tattoo back to his wrist.
lapislazulii
November 30, 2023 at 1:22 PM
I love that his expression is like sheepish puppy, like he just realised ‘ah right yes so I now see the problem with making someone else jump into river just a day or two after they had like two near death experiences ‘ 😂
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 6:02 PM
It seemed as if it is the first time he realized that maybe, could be, possibly she would have co-operated if he had asked her first like she just told him. Can’t wait to see his learning curve.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 2:53 AM
Also just a reminder that both Lee Sung-kyung and Kim Young-kwang were models. 🤩
lapislazulii
November 29, 2023 at 3:30 AM
I really love looking at photos of these two. Photoshoots where the aesthetic just hits on every level is something else 🤩
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 2:47 AM
Call It Love
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 3:11 AM
Thank you so much for giffing this scene. I loved this scene and this quote ❤️ There was so much depth to this drama.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 3:35 AM
It was a pivotal scene, perhaps the first scene where we hear Dong-jin’s “voice”. We had only heard formalities or basic courtesies from him before. In this scene we “heard” his “heart”. The writing is also incredibly powerful. Even if it hadn’t earlier – with this one scene the drama captured my entire heart. Pink filter be damned. 😀
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 3:38 AM
I just love your description of this scene and hearing his heart… yes, this was where he first revealed his heart and “real self” to her, and I believe this was the moment that truly started her on the path to falling in love. Truly one of the best dramas of the year, and one of my personal favorites ❤️
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 3:47 AM
I think Woo-joo was already in love with him, this was the first time she admitted it to herself subconsciously. It would take few more episodes for her to verbalize it though.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 3:51 AM
That moment when she verbalizes it at the end of episode 7 is vivid in my mind! This was such a quiet drama, but with so many emotionally impactful moments.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 4:02 AM
@HopefulRomantic being an introvert this drama made one felt “heard”.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 4:17 AM
@seeker yes!! So true!!! 🥰
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 4:25 AM
@HopefulRomantic it is always such a pleasure talking to you. How wonderful to be able to share our mutual love of dramas and be able to discuss them so minutely. Makes me feel overwhelmed and “heard”. Thank you.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 4:30 AM
@seeker thank you for your kind words!! I always enjoy discussing with you, too 😊 it’s so special to be able to talk about dramas with others like you who appreciate the introspective little details and the emotional beats!! 🥰
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 4:41 AM
@HopefulRomantic Emotions are what make us human. To have them nuanced so beautifully in a drama was like watching a flower bloom. It takes time, lots of care, sunshine and love. That is what Call It Love made me feel.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 4:51 AM
@seeker oh that’s such a beautiful description of the magic of Call it Love. When I watched it, I cried at most of the episodes – not because I felt sad, or because the drama was sad, but because it touched me just like you said – feeling heard and understood, even though my experiences are not the same as those of the characters. That’s a really special form of connection and identification. This drama was very gentle with the hearts of both its viewers and its characters. ❤️
indyfan
November 29, 2023 at 4:53 AM
Aww. I love this exchange btwn you two esp. following our last conversation. It’s seeing those words and intentions in practice. 💕
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 5:26 AM
@HopefulRomantic I too bawled my eyes out each episode and had to watch it with breaks in-between because it was so overwhelming. I didn’t know the meaning of “verklempt” then but that is what I felt. I believe the requirements of classical Greek tragedy as enunciated by Aristotle, to arouse “pity” for the characters and “fear” lest the same fate befalls us were well met. Luckily for us, the “modern” concept of hope in the plot saved us from **cough Heartbeat cough**.
Indeed the drama dealt with each character very sympathetically. Even ML’s mom, we understood her insecurities and her search for new companions to ease her loneliness but it was her “selfish” decisions which led to her downfall and continued loneliness. Despite his neglect and intense loneliness from childhood uri Dong-jini took “selfless” decisions at all times which led to his being granted deep and meaningful companionships not just with Woo-joo but her entire family as we saw over the course of the drama. Ooh! discussing this with you is making me so 🥰 all over again.
@indyfan Welcome and thank you. I loved your comment on that post today. I really appreciated your talking out the time to so clearly outline the implications behind that.
Hopeful, Indy this conversation feels like a group hug. I feel so warm. You both are indeed my DB “found family”.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 6:34 AM
@seeker I LOVE your analysis!!!! Yay Aristotle!!! (And yay rhetorical theory and analysis!!!) I watched the same way, slowly drawing out the episodes, because I knew it was going to make me feel a lot of things. It was a great journey. Ah this conversation with you is making me waffle on my year-end vote for best drama!! I can’t decide between this and Twinkling Watermelon!
Yes, @indyfan, Thank you for your warm words of support, and group hug right back at you both!🫂
indyfan
November 29, 2023 at 6:49 AM
Thanks Cera. I’m afraid it came off as patronizing unfortunately. But I’m glad at least one person found it helpful.
You and Hopeful keep doing you. It will inspire the rest of us. 🤗
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 7:32 AM
@HopefulRomantic My winner is both! ☺ 💕
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 7:32 AM
@Indyfan I thought it was a very timely intervention, not patronizing at all. While unaware of the actual context it felt as if something was off. I got a feeling you stopped it from becoming a hot mess. 😀
lapislazulii
November 29, 2023 at 3:32 AM
This was one of the best dramas of the year and I kind of forgot about it in the daily hustle but this GIF set brought back all the feels that this show created. Defs need to rewatch soon! Thank you for making and sharing this! 💜
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 3:43 AM
It is a life lesson I took away and remembered from this drama. 😀
Also what is about K-drama leads that make you remember a lesson that one’s mother shrieking Think before you speak! your entire life couldn’t.
mmmmm
November 29, 2023 at 7:57 AM
I clicked “follow” you a moment ago when I saw your display picture. 😅 It looks so beautiful and vibrant.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 8:13 AM
😄 thanks!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 1:14 AM
Perfect Marriage Revenge
On November 29 at 6 p.m. PST (November 30 at 11 a.m. KST), Rakuten Viki will be hosting an Instagram Live broadcast with “Perfect Marriage Revenge” star Sung Hoon to celebrate International K-Drama Day.
https://www.soompi.com/article/1629130wpp/perfect-marriage-revenge-star-sung-hoon-to-take-part-in-live-interview-with-viki-for-international-k-drama-day
Cecee
November 29, 2023 at 2:52 PM
Ooooh, this might be interesting. He seems fun in interviews 🙂
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 11:50 PM
When K-drama meets K-Pop: Twin Trouble
It seems the all-seeing internet is convinced that Ji Chang-wook and Kim Tae-hyung (V from BTS) are actually, really and truly Twins. Is it really so?
Doppelganger Alert
The styling and camera angles may be somewhat similar but I certainly would not be confused between Ji Chang-wook and V. Perhaps non-fans may find them to be twinning. 🧑🤝🧑
As @panshel says: Pretty is a talent.
tabong
November 29, 2023 at 12:15 AM
I actually feel super dumb for not seeing the similarities before since I used to stan Bangtan in the same era that I rewatched Healer like a million times (+I’ve watched other Chang Wook shows). LOL
Isa is always time travelling
November 29, 2023 at 12:38 AM
I think the eyes make the difference.
lapislazulii
November 29, 2023 at 12:52 AM
I can kind of see some similarities but I feel like I’m really looking for them/it’s the angles 🤷♀️ Defs wouldn’t ever confuse the two though!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 1:22 AM
@enriquequierecagar @IsaGC @lapislazulii The photos are incredibly similar which definitely adds to the illusion of similarity. 🤣
Of course real fans know who is who. Nevertheless, both are world stars. 👏
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 29, 2023 at 3:14 AM
“Illusion of similarity” — yes that’s it exactly, what a good description!! The real twin element: they both look really good, lol 😆
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 3:29 AM
Pretty meets pretty. 🤣
tabong
November 29, 2023 at 11:39 AM
Oh, so there’s nothing wrong with me. Phew 😌
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 6:20 PM
You’re fine. I think any true fan can identify them very clearly although these set of photographs can perhaps lead to a head-scratching moment or two to a casual observer.
ladynightshade wants to be gazed at by namgoong min
November 29, 2023 at 1:51 AM
Am I the only one who doesn’t see the resemblance? I feel like I’m missing out.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 2:06 AM
You’re not the only one. 🤣 No need for FOMO.
I think most Beanies would “not” be confused. Casual observers or people who are not fans of either may be slightly confused by the resemblance.
LaurenSophie
November 29, 2023 at 7:06 AM
Yeah, I don’t see it either. I guess they look somewhat similar from certain angles in the way that a lot of people from the same general geographical region might, but it’s a very superficial resemblance. I’ve actually always found JCW to be distinctive looking, but that might have more to do with the fact that he’s pretty much my ideal physical type than objective analysis.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 7:22 AM
I think the “similarity” has more to do with the styling and camera angles rather than any facial resemblance. 🤣
I confess to not being able to be objective about JCW either. He is my Romance Bae. 💕
Midnight
November 29, 2023 at 2:09 AM
I was going to say the same thing. Ji Chang Wook is very very recognizable to me and I certainly wouldn’t mistake him for V. Don’t see much resemblance either. V looks like L, not JCW.
I mean even that pic of him in sunglasses, that lip-press and that neck are quite recognizable, and I’m not even a diehard fan of his lol. I’ve just seen him a lot.
tabong
November 29, 2023 at 11:41 AM
V looks like L? What L? Myung Soo?
Midnight
November 29, 2023 at 1:18 PM
Yes.
tabong
November 29, 2023 at 1:50 PM
Oh, really? I don’t see it, but they both look like cute cats hahaha, so I guess they can look similar.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 6:22 PM
I don’t see that either but I like the cute cats description. 😻
Midnight
November 29, 2023 at 8:36 PM
Well to be honest, I don’t know V at all. I was speaking only from these photos. The second pic looks exactly like L. Might be the angle only.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 2:14 AM
Ji Chang-wook is also a professional singer and has worked in many dramas in musical theater.
bong-soo
November 29, 2023 at 1:45 PM
My take is: nope.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 6:26 PM
… and right you are!! Indeed I don’t think even a non-fan Beanie can mistake these two world famous artists. But I guess there may be some people around the world who got confused. 🤷♀️
bong-soo
November 29, 2023 at 6:31 PM
I am still waiting for the pairing in a drama of Kim Min-jae and Yeo Jin-goo as brothers (not twins). It would be awesome.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 29, 2023 at 7:58 PM
I would watch that. 👏
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 10:36 AM
Tell Me That You Love Me
LaurenSophie
November 28, 2023 at 10:52 AM
I want to watch this so badly! Is it on any legal streaming site right now?
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 11:02 AM
It is on Disney+.
Blue (@mayhemf)
November 28, 2023 at 4:09 PM
Oh cr*p.. I need to see it.. will do to the dark world for Jung Woo-sung!!
♡Peach_Mochi♡
November 28, 2023 at 12:17 PM
Oh! 😍 That looks so heartwarming 🤗 Way to sell this show with a handful of gifs.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 12:27 PM
It is beautiful but of course an acquired taste. 😀
♡Peach_Mochi♡
November 28, 2023 at 12:33 PM
I was just listening on the radio to someone talking about interacting with people who are hearing-impaired and explaining that communicating in any way you can — if you can’t sign, try gestures or writing — is meaningful, so this scene really hit home.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 12:38 PM
I once read, a long time ago, in school perhaps that about 70% of communication is non-verbal. Expressions, gestures, body language are more important and can sometimes affect the person’s understanding of you more than your spoken words.
jillian
November 28, 2023 at 4:41 PM
PD Kim Yoon Jin did a great job with all the pretty scenes! Reminiscent of one of the reasons I love Our Beloved Summer.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 3:34 AM
Strong Girl Nam-soon
The drama came riding on a lot of goodwill. While initially wary, we were happy to welcome it. Somewhere, somehow instead of drugs it came a story of theft as the writer lost the plot!
Just some nice moments to say thank you and goodbye.
Cecee
November 28, 2023 at 4:36 AM
I did struggle with it because I did not find Nam-soon’s character or her businesswoman of a mother particularly appealing.
If anything, while I don’t need characters to be geniuses, those two were surfing on the single IQ digit wave a little too much to my liking. Cue to absolutely every single thing Nam-soon does during 16 episodes… and certainly being 100% suspicious in her undercover mission. UNDER-flipping-COVER, you tragic moron. It means not acting openly weird all the time. I just wanted to facepalm her with a brick a few times. Not that I blame her, she gets her brain from mom who, as it happens, has none whatsoever.
Second cue to mom actively asking the assassin sent to eliminate her at the hospital to let everybody know she is still alive and well. How idiotic is that, I ask you? Mom, how thick can one person be? Why did you not pretend you were dead instead? ! WAE??! *cries in Korean while slapping her in the face with wet kelp*
Nan, on the other hand, I could sympathise with her desire to just be happy and loved in her later years. This got lost in the midst of a non-existent plot, but for once, we almost had a romance story between people who are not in their 20s and that would have been a nice change. The best we’ve seen in “older romance” was Crash Course in Romance where it was decided that the couple should be in their 30s (which is apparently the new old, now)
And frankly, I cannot put in words how disappointingly soulless that ending was. Shi-oh, a man destined to solitude and pain his entire life and who still maintains his desire to believe in friendship. This was infinitely more pure and praise-worthy than a dumb little girl who’s faced literal zero challenges in life and who’s proven absolutely incapable to saving her own ass.
I would say I hated Nam-soon with a passion, but this is too kind. It did not ignite any passion.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 4:54 AM
I wanted, really truly wanted to like it. 🤷♀️ You said it best. It did not ignite any passion.
Cecee
November 28, 2023 at 5:04 AM
same, I started wanting to like it. and, to be fair, at first, I thought, I would like it. I sort of enjoy her life in Mongolia, her doting adoptive Mongolian parents, her new start in South Korea. I even enjoyed the prospect of her dad immediately being able to spot fake Nam-soon from the real one. I loved the idea of a complex family living more or less together…
But then, something got lost along the way and I am not quite sure what. at some point, watching Nam-soon’s adventures began to fell like a chore rather than a joyful evening watch. Like watching an accident in slow motion and you know that the only thing you can do is watch for the inevitable disaster.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 5:16 AM
The strong start was precisely why watching it go downhill was so painful. I’m all on board a “strong” woman/ girl drama but strong does not have to necessarily equate to dumb. In the end it was is she dumb or are we dumb for still sticking it out. Just like that quote from Einstein.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 5:21 AM
After a point I was not “watching” just keep a fond eye out to see if it got better. 🤣
Cecee
November 28, 2023 at 6:00 AM
I read the recaps for the last 8 or 6 episodes and caught up on main scenes via social media! But still dumb from me to somehow find ways of sticking with it lol
Cecee
November 28, 2023 at 6:02 AM
You’re so right. We’re disappointed because the start was full of goodness!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 6:18 AM
@darkcc It is always such a pleasure chatting with you.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 6:52 AM
Also
♡Peach_Mochi♡
November 28, 2023 at 12:27 PM
Thanks for these reminders of when the show was charming and promising. It had some great moments and could’ve explored some interesting ideas, but then … 😬
If there’s another sequel, maybe I’ll have learned my lesson and will approach with caution.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 12:33 PM
Or just see the gifs. 😀
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 2:19 AM
Death’s Game
It would be an understatement to say that I am excited. 😄
Isa is always time travelling
November 28, 2023 at 2:36 AM
With so many “cameos” I wonder how much screen time Seo In Guk will have. I hope he isn’t a secondary in his own drama 😅
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 2:46 AM
At least in a webtoon the ML would presumably have more presence even while living the different lives. I don’t know how it will work in a drama. Although Seo In-guk is billed as the main lead it may end up as an extended cameo considering there are only 8 episodes.
Isa is always time travelling
November 28, 2023 at 4:34 AM
I didn’t know it was so short!
john
November 28, 2023 at 2:37 AM
What is the swoon level ? 11 ‼️
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 2:47 AM
♾
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 2:47 AM
It is like all pretty ducks (here drakes) in a row.
tabong
November 28, 2023 at 9:23 AM
Is this show’s secret title “hot men”? LOL
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 9:48 AM
More like Hot 🔥 Oppas 🤣
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 9:49 AM
Will the show give me an opportunity to “faint in Spanish” after being overheated with the visuals.
tabong
November 28, 2023 at 9:58 AM
I believe it will. 🙈
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 10:08 AM
@attiton (whispering) this is a “secret” PMR post. Did you happen to spot two pictures of a certain someone.
Seon-ha 🫘🐂™
November 28, 2023 at 10:11 AM
I did! Hoonie’s got some stiff competition up there though….dontcha think?
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 10:44 AM
Ah … the more the merrier! Also “this” is Christmas! 🎄
* and my all-knowing auto-correct is suggesting Christmases instead of Christmas. Wae …!!?
Seon-ha 🫘🐂™
November 28, 2023 at 10:53 AM
Because each of these men is like a Christmas, in and of himself!!!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 7:30 AM
The Story of Park’s Marriage Contract
indyfan
November 27, 2023 at 8:23 AM
That was a pretty unexpected move, whichever era she’s from!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 8:44 AM
She is a strong and brave girl but this was totally unexpected. 🤣
indyfan
November 27, 2023 at 8:47 AM
We can add this to the discussion over the debate over the “realism” of the show. 😂
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 8:52 AM
Is that a thing. I mean what is this debate.
indyfan
November 27, 2023 at 9:12 AM
No, no, no. Just some minor exchanges in the recaps.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 9:32 AM
@indyfan uh … okay then. You can correct me if I’m wrong but aren’t the recaps more “lively” these days. Obviously there were always contrasting opinions – and indeed there should be – but it seems to be getting a tad more abrasive these days. What do you think.
indyfan
November 27, 2023 at 9:54 AM
I have seen a few contentious drama recaps recently. But I haven’t been around long enough to say it’s a trend. Since you’ve been around longer, I would trust your judgement on the long term trend. Interesting that you think it’s become a bit more abrasive. That’d be a shame.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 10:18 AM
@indyfan I would say its an ebb and flow. DB does have a sweet country side vibe where everybody knows everybody (at least the regulars) and while they might not agree on all things between heaven and earth they are not too much into defending their choices or convincing all and sundry that only this is the best. It is perhaps best described as a more or less harmonious co-existance amongst contrasts. Ordinarily people coming to DB for the first time are a little thrown by it and are naturally abrasive as you indeed need to be on most of social media. The DB community embraces all and people do mellow down or rather temper their remarks somewhat over a period of time. It is a process, some take to it like a duck to water, others find it somewhat disconcerting. I find a respectful approach to all opinions is helpful in DB and by extension IRL. 😀
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 27, 2023 at 1:52 PM
@seeker and @indyfan – interesting discussion 😊 That’s partially why I’ve been less active on the recap comment threads for dramas I live-watch (that, and it’s hard to keep up with along with a job Lol 😆) – I might want to discuss, but I generally don’t feel like arguing/critiquing, especially if that would rain on someone else’s parade. But it’s easier to discuss with Beanies I feel like I “know”!!! 👍
indyfan
November 27, 2023 at 5:50 PM
@seeker Oh! I thought I knew what you meant. That’s a great general insight into adapting into DB culture (tho always some, um, interesting old timers :). But are you specifically referring to this:
https://www.dramabeans.com/members/DncingEmma/activity/1493168/
That’s, that’s just… Splutters to a stop
@hopefulromantic I hear you! I’m more into fanwall discussions too with Beanies as well. But the fan wall moves so fast (and hard to keep track of) and I’m hopping onto a plane for another week of low bandwidth living. I’ll probably miss all the action again. 😢
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 27, 2023 at 6:11 PM
Dagnabbit, it told me I posted an inappropriate word again 😑 I might have forgotten and used f-i-r-s-t and an exclamation in the same sentence. *Sigh.*
@indyfan the fanwall has become my favorite place to discuss!! The group watches of Mad Dog and Parallel World were such fun!!! Aw I’ll miss talking with you in the comments, but real life is always most important! I hope you have safe travels!
@seeker, yes, thank you for the insights into the DB discussion culture!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 8:45 PM
@indyfan @HopefulRomantic
My eyes widened and mind boggled. I just don’t have words for it. I did read the initial few posts but unsurprisingly missed the entire subsequent discussion. Unlike other threads which you can go back to even after many years, once you scroll past the fanwall, one would ordinarily not know about further comments unless someone replies to / tags you. It might be difficult to locate a post even if one knew which fanwall to see.
Fanwall posts are usually light, fun, fluffy or general musing / rant on dramas. It great way to de-stress which in a way is why we come to DB. It is really comforting to discuss our dramas and anything and everything in a fun way on the fanwall. One usually comes across the same group of people and all are extremely supportive and positive.
Just like K-dramas draw you in with the fluff and then go on to deliver some really tough life lessons, some Beanies have tough things to say which I appreciate. This is, really I have no words. I will however go on the fanwall to encourage the ongoing conversation. Thank you Indy for the link.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 9:11 PM
@indyfan
With this new found knowledge my original post seems somewhat ironical. 🤣
Do enjoy your travels and let us chat whenever, wherever on DB. 😀
@HopefulRomantic in the limited time from the job and life in general that we get for “all things drama”, after actually watching the dramas, the fanwall is my happy place. I do try to keep up with the news and other discussion threads on DB but generally recaps, even for dramas I am watching get sidestepped unintentionally (Hermione is NOT lending me her time turner) because I am having fun on the fanwall.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 10:00 PM
@HopefulRomantic
I might want to discuss, but I generally don’t feel like arguing/critiquing, especially if that would rain on someone else’s parade. But it’s easier to discuss with Beanies I feel like I “know”!!!
Words to live by. I always appreciate your views. It reminds me of Han Dongjin’s dialogue in Call it Love.
“It may seem to you that people hold themselves back because they’re stupid. But there’s people who really try not to say everything that’s on their minds because if they do, they have to watch the other person get hurt, which is far worse than them holding it in.”
indyfan
November 27, 2023 at 11:05 PM
What lovely words. One of my most favorite characters and shows of the year.
I am not perfect, I’ll admit that. I do sometimes speak up, usually on real life issues I have a personal connection with. A lot of that has been about developing my voice, which I was most certainly not encouraged to do as a girl child.
But I agree with you and Hopeful for the most part. And I do not participate on shows that do not work for me. Let others be. But it is trickier when you have mixed reactions and still engaged with a show. It’s a good reminder to choose your words with care.
And I’m sorry. I thought you were referring to this thread earlier or I wouldn’t have linked it. While I’ve seen some contention on drama threads, this is the most I’ve seen on IRL issues. But I also wouldn’t have seen it if I wasn’t tagged either (the fan wall does indeed just roll on by). I hope it didn’t leave a bad taste in your mouth.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 2:32 AM
@indyfan
Thank you for sending me the link which I would have otherwise missed. While on DB I intentionally try a light approach as RL has quite enough angst thank you very much. 😀
Like you, I too have had to develop my voice. In fact many people were amazed (and secretly intimidated) by the profession I chose.
I agree with you, there are shows that I want to discuss, talk about and engage with everybody and this is usually possible only on recap threads. But as we have seen more often than not even a slight rant / dissatisfaction on a minor plot point can blow up on one’s face.
It is indeed a thin line we tread. Frankly humor and fanwalling is my defense mechanism cum shield against all RL angst and I cannot abide any more angst online. And I really want to protect this happy place.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 28, 2023 at 3:13 AM
@seeker I LOVE that quote from Han Dong-jin! Thank you for sharing that. They’re good words to live by. I agree with you that the fanwall has become my happy place, too! Cera and @indyfan, you’re both so thoughtful in your responses and replies, I enjoy reading your comments, and I enjoy discussing with you both 😊 I hope this site continues to stay a safe and mild place to talk about the shows we love.
indyfan
November 28, 2023 at 3:24 AM
I will not ask but know I am now curious about your profession that surprised and intimated all you know! 😀
Yes. We will keep it a happy place as best as we can. That’s why I hopped on today. MM #8 just tickled me pink! I’m so glad I stuck with this little drama.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 3:42 AM
@HopefulRomantic @Indyfan I love interacting with you both. This is me praying to keep DB a happy and safe place for all of us Happy Beans.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 3:52 AM
@Indyfan sorry I got a bit ahead of myself with the tmi. Can I request you to please use your amnesia inducing wand and forget I said anything to make you curious. 🙏
indyfan
November 28, 2023 at 5:02 AM
@seeker Wait, what, what? What’re you talking about? 😉
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 5:12 AM
**pats your head lovingly**
Now who’s a good girl.
tabong
November 27, 2023 at 9:14 PM
She shoot an arrow that almost hit an ahjumma once (they showed it as one of the things she did that made her get the nickname “crazy lady”). She’s wild. Hahaha.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 10:01 PM
But she got if from her Mum who also targeted her with an arrow while she was secretly climbing up the boundary wall of her home.
tabong
November 28, 2023 at 8:49 AM
Like mother, like daughter. Hehe.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 5:16 AM
My Demon
How to be stunning in motion.
Midnight
November 27, 2023 at 6:14 AM
He looks exactly like a cat😂
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 7:24 AM
A cat who has just licked the cream. 🤣 Very smug self-satisfied look.
kmoon
November 27, 2023 at 12:57 PM
i totally believe he’s not even *human*
lapislazulii
November 27, 2023 at 2:05 PM
We’re all Do-hee in this scene 🫠
mmmmm
November 27, 2023 at 9:25 PM
Stunning in his middle name: Song Stunning Kang.
😂😂😂
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 5:09 AM
My Demon
How to be stunning.
How to be stunned.
🤣 🤣 🤣 Why can I not stop laughing!
lapislazulii
November 27, 2023 at 2:05 PM
😂 great caption HAHAHA 😂
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 28, 2023 at 5:38 AM
He does look a little hard done by and then that red slap mark on his face is just perfect. 👌
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 11:25 AM
Perfect Marriage Revenge
Episodes 09 and 10
1. What are these pink heart lights encasing Do-guk.
2. This is my job application too – can I send it to K-dramas who have been overloading me with “work” over the weekends.
3. Secretary Kim is serving superhero vibes er, … also brooding oppa?
4. Beaded bridal shoes to go with bridal dresses for evil step-mom.
5. THIS is my screensaver on ALL my devices.
PS: What was the red heart comb PPL just before this? Got to give it to the man, he is a PPL champion.
bbstl 🧹
November 26, 2023 at 5:53 PM
That red heart hairbrush 🤣🤣🤣
It felt like, omg only 2.5 episodes left for all the PPL!*
*production team realization
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 9:47 AM
Perfect Marriage Revenge
**Realizes that there are only TWO more episodes of PMR.**
Next makjang drama.
HopefulRomantic 🦋 Tigermoth ✨️🍉
November 26, 2023 at 9:53 AM
I’m going to be sad when it’s done! I think this is the most fun I’ve had watching a drama all year!!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 10:57 AM
This was just so special. All the Beanie hype made it twice the fun!
bbstl 🧹
November 26, 2023 at 9:53 AM
😂👏🏽
emsel
November 26, 2023 at 10:41 AM
Today’s last scene had me LOL. It was so funny to watch the evil mom look so gleeful to run over Yi Joo. I wish both cars collide. BAM
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 10:58 AM
That cliffhanger was just perfect for the finale week.
Isa is always time travelling
November 26, 2023 at 11:35 AM
I think I won’t watch another makjang for a long time 😅
Definitely this is not my genre.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 11:37 AM
The webtoon for Marry My Husband is supposed to be good. Let’s see how the drama fares. That would be a new year present since it is apparently starting on 1st Jan.
Isa is always time travelling
November 26, 2023 at 11:50 AM
I don’t know the webtoon, but it seems it’s very famous.
What I have seen about the drama doesn’t grab my attention for now… 🙃
vienibenmio
November 26, 2023 at 2:02 PM
I honestly think that the webcomic is bad and it mystifies me that it’s so popular. PMR webcomic is bland but inoffensive, whereas Marry My Husband is imo just trashy.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 2:08 PM
Why do they keep making dramas from such source materials then. Looking at the teaser I thought I might give it a try, despite the FL.
vienibenmio
November 26, 2023 at 2:23 PM
Well, to be fair the webcomic is REALLY popular. Imo it’s like Remarried Empress where people just want vicarious justice over an actual good storyline. I just posted on my fanwall about why I hate the comic, but I do admit there’s a bit of a personal reason.
That being said, whenever people discuss overrated webcomics in the Webtoon fandom, someone always says Marry My Husband.
tabong
November 26, 2023 at 11:51 AM
This was one of those few times where almost all the beanies were having fun with the same show. It was nice to see the site be so active and bright. I had a lot of fun in the fan wall thanks to this drama. 😊
PS. I love those gifs.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 12:34 PM
That was my REAL reaction. 🤣
I gasped to realise we have only one week then went to Google an apt gif and viola – makjang served.
The PMR wave came from nowhere and swept us ALL. That made us more fun. The finale looks promising so fingers crossed. 🤞
tabong
November 26, 2023 at 12:51 PM
Good luck!🤞
Elinor is going backward in time
November 26, 2023 at 10:17 PM
Full-service fanwall! Now I know all the Spanish I need (for kdramas).
tabong
November 26, 2023 at 10:57 PM
🤣 This is the best Spanish you’ll get (for Kdramas).
DK-Drama 🫘Commitment to Past Dramas and Future Beanies🌱
November 30, 2023 at 12:20 PM
I am wistfully reminded of my second telenovela (out of two), and remember the sentences that I proudly understood and repeated in Brazilian Portuguese:
Old Nanny: [Maybe you should cut back on revenge, now that you are marrying the oldest son of that family that ruined your father, because after all, ]
“You do have feelings for Fernando”
FL: “I don’t “have feelings” for Fernando. Fernando is the man of my life!”
***
<img loading="lazy" src="https://observatoriodatv.uol.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/globo__Fera-Radical-Yara-Amaral-e-Malu-Mader-tv-globo-_1___gallefull.png"
***
"Você senta uma coisa pra Fernando"
"Eu não sento "uma coisa" pra Fernando. Fernando é o homem da minha vida!"
DK-Drama 🫘Commitment to Past Dramas and Future Beanies🌱
November 30, 2023 at 12:21 PM
TRy again

Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 7:32 PM
👏 just these two sentences are enough for me to guess (if you hadn’t told me already) what a makjang that would be. What is the name of the telenovela.
DK-Drama 🫘Commitment to Past Dramas and Future Beanies🌱
November 30, 2023 at 9:16 PM
Fera Radical.
But check it out! A Bridal Dress And A Gun!
So much more Revenge!
🎶🎵”Fera! Fera Hadica-au!”🎶🎵
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 30, 2023 at 9:19 PM
So much better than a bridal dress and a flower vase. 🤣
DK-Drama 🫘Commitment to Past Dramas and Future Beanies🌱
December 1, 2023 at 12:59 AM
“Fera Radical” is translated to “WIldcat” but means more like “very much a Wildcat”.
Apart from the gun, she could do computer stuff – That other family didn’t stand a chance against this vengeful young woman. Not even Fernando … here’s the scene where holds him against his will and kisses him until he gives in.
https://youtu.be/_HP8mWhBWG0?si=aAawNQ_F1BMfH1Uc
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
December 1, 2023 at 1:22 AM
Fera is quite feral isn’t she also ferocious. Wow … amazing!! 😻
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 5:01 AM
My Demon:
Lessons on blind dating, car accidents and how to live like a Demon
#1 Important questions to ponder on during the blind date.
#2 How to be pleasant to your date afterwards. # no mutual recriminations.
#3 Perfectly valid and appropriate reaction to marriage talks after said blind date. Turn around with a resounding NO.
#4 Because I\’m a demon
How to react when you lose your demonic powers to your blind date.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 1:59 AM
My Demon is a Barbie
Because there cannot be too much PRETTY and PINK in my life.
And because I\’m watching My Demon with heart-shaped rose-tinted glasses.
All I can see is Pretty and Pink and Picture Perfect. The sea, sun, water arch. All is PINK in my fairy tale world.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 2:00 AM
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 4:02 AM
@IsaGC @mmmmm
Sorry for spamming the Fanwall but the scene is so pretty that I just cannot resist. 🥰 This scene is at the end of episode one and beginning of episode two. Just cannot get over how awesome it is. I think of the hard work involved of so many people in this and am awed. Perhaps I should look for a bts of making of this scene.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 8:49 AM
@claire2009 thank you so much for teaching me how to post pictures. I dedicate this pretty pink post to you! 🙇♀️
Isa is always time travelling
November 26, 2023 at 2:28 AM
I have not started it yet but wow… That’s what I call a pretty scene.
mmmmm
November 26, 2023 at 3:32 AM
Breathtakingly beautiful and PINK!!!!
Pink seems to be a thing now (Barbie, Call it Love).
owl
November 26, 2023 at 8:46 AM
So much Barbie! So much pink!
Cecee
November 26, 2023 at 11:14 AM
*dances to the original Aqua song*
I am Barbie Girl in a demon world
Life’s satanic, it’s fantastic.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 11:30 AM
**squeal**
I love you Cecee.
vienibenmio
November 26, 2023 at 2:03 PM
If nothing else, this drama will be beautiful to look at!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 2:12 PM
Sometimes the pretty is enough. 😀
owl
November 27, 2023 at 11:55 AM
True.
lapislazulii
November 26, 2023 at 5:23 PM
😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍
lapislazulii
November 26, 2023 at 5:24 PM
The colour saturation is STUNNING Cera!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 6:12 PM
I had made another post earlier but it is too pretty not to share again. 🤣
lapislazulii
November 26, 2023 at 6:22 PM
Time for me to go scrolling! I could watch this scene endlessly so with you on it being too pretty to not share half a dozen times!
loveblossom🌸
November 26, 2023 at 9:29 PM
Wow, what a pretty and cool scene!
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 26, 2023 at 10:37 PM
@lapislazulii has made a gif of the whole scene and posted it on their fanwall.
Even if you’re not watching (do watch its from the writer of Mr. Queen) do watch this scene at the end of episode one and beginning of episode two.
Cecee
November 27, 2023 at 1:12 AM
What… It’s from the writer of Mr. Queen?! I thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Queen! Why didn’t I know (presumably because you didn’t read anything about Barbie’s demonic little life in Korea, Cecee, you sad idiot)
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 3:01 AM
No time like the present for some demonic fun … come join the party Cecee. 🎉 🥳
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 3:02 AM
Erm… the theme is PRETTY and PINK!
Cecee
November 27, 2023 at 3:17 AM
Demonic fun in pink… Okay, I’ll see what I can do. Might have to borrow something from Fake Morticia or her beloved git of a daughter, they’d have some demonic pink to offer, I’m sure.
Can’t go demonising about without a proper dress. It’s basic little hellish book of satanic fashion 101.
Cera (@Seeker) is attending Contract Marriages
November 27, 2023 at 4:20 AM
Hahaha you are so right. One would indeed feel out of place to attend the pink demonic party in just any random mismatched PJs.