Irresistible Love (2023)

Podia ter sido melhor

Então, vou ser honesta. Eu estava bem empolgada pra assistir esse porque recebi recomendação.
O início foi bem intrigante e parecia que a história ia seguir pra outro lado. O problema é que os primeiros 7 episódios são extremamente frustrantes porque faz um caminho inverso de separar os protagonistas ao invés de uni-los. A química dos protagonistas é ótima e eu simplesmente não consigo me cansar de olhar pro Ro Woon, considerando que além de ser lindíssimo é um ator de primeira.
Eu apenas fiquei frustrada com todo aquele plot da poção do amor. Foi difícil não achar que a protagonista foi extremamente egoísta, e ainda mais porque aquela poção culminou em um stalker assassino mais pra frente. Quer dizer, ela gostava de um cara que rejeitou ela e então decide apelas pra uma poção do amor em que os sentimentos da outra pessoa não seriam "reais"?
Além de tudo isso, o protagonista tinha namorada e ele simplesmente demorou muito pra terminar com a menina, o que deixou um gosto ruim na boca, pois parecia que estava havendo traição da parte dele, ainda que a menina estivesse traindo ele com outro cara.
No início eu achei que o plot iria seguir uma vibe mais "mística", o que realmente se concretizou com todo o plot sobre as vidas passadas (os nossos protagonistas se amavam em uma vida passada, mas tiveram um fim trágico). A maldição foi um grande problema no início, mas depois ficou meio que de lado e foi resolvida muito facilmente (mas pra ser justa, fez sentido e foi esperado).
Também não explicaram como que o principal antagonista (a assassino) também tinha conhecimento sobre essas coisas de xamãs. O cara simplesmente ficava fazendo os feitiços e etc sem nunca ter tido um contato prévio com a personagem. Ficou muito aleatório.
Eu também não consegui sentir nenhuma empatia pelas colegas de trabalho da Hong-Jo. Elas excluíram ela em todos os momentos e no fim todo mundo ficou amiguinho. Também não me importei com o segundo casal que foi formado entre os chefes dela. Enfim, os personagens secundários foram bem descartáveis na minha opinião, menos a Eun-Wol, que era realmente interessante, apesar de eu não entender onde ela se encaixava em tudo que aconteceu.

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Witchcraft, comedy, keeps you hooked throughout, cursed from generations

Critically speaking the series deserve 6/10. The flow of story is pretty random, story itself was weak. I liked the costume design though.

But the reason I gave it 9/10 is simply because this series was not meant for critical assessment. The whole intention was to make the audience take the back seat, turn off cynicism and just enjoy. I would say it was successful in making me feel what it intended to- Romantic!

The chemistry between Hung-Jo and Sinyu was critically lame, yet non-critically adorable, funny and cute. Actor Rowoon and Bo-ah were perfect together. Specially Rowoon showed his acting prowess. He gives brilliant yet subtle facial expressions. I hope he thinks about acting in movies, and on more serious script. He displayed a lot of potential, and can be something really big and global. Bo-ah is the the cutest, I felt like squeezing her cheeks, haha. Hope to see this pair again. Every person in this drama literally justifies their role this is worth it

if you're looking for some

rom-com with main leads in love yet in denial Then this one is for you you won't regret watching it.

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Watch if you are in a kdrama slump!

It's my first time writing a review, and I'm not realy sure how to start, so I'll get straight to the point.
Destined with You is the drama that got me out of my kdrama slump. I hadn't been able to fully finish a kdrama until I watched this one. The plot is intriguing, although the beginning was slightly slow-paced, whereas the last episode seemed rushed. However, the leads have incredible chemistry and are adorable together (there were some cringe moments, though). What's more, there wasn't a boring episode.
What I liked about the drama was the compelling story. To some people, it might look like the typical rom-com - the handsome, cold, but secretly sweet male lead and the lonely cute misunderstood by others female lead, but to me, this drama nailed this type of trope. The side stories were also interesting and entertaining. Nevertheless, I couldn't relate to the female lead's story. I wish there were more references to her past.
Some improvements are definitely needed to make this drama perfect, but overall it's an easy, cute, unengaging watch and when I am in a kdrama slump again I would certainly turn to it.

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A good romantic comedy.

''Destined with you'', became one of the great romantic comedies that dramaland has, even though it is not as talked about as it should be, I believe that romcom lovers should try to watch it, as they will definitely like it.
I believe that this drama has aspects that can make you like and dislike it at the same time, but it wouldn't be a big reason to stop watching it.

In one part, the storyline about a past love and the curse cast becomes a little tiring, and if it could be resolved with obvious things (at least for viewers), this curse could have been lifted long ago and the drama it would have ended in episode 14. So much so that episodes 13, 14 and 15 were more about filling space than having any evolution in the development part of the drama.

However, it is still an interesting romantic comedy to watch, especially because those who like this mix of a fantasy world can be contagious :)

Weaknesses:
- Long and repetitive story.
- Failure to make the protagonist's ex-girlfriend become a big villain (unless that wasn't on purpose).
And that's it.

Strong points:
- Good performance by the main and supporting actors (especially the villain).
- Very nice OST's to listen to.
- Camera cuts and games are very smooth to watch.


The exploration of the romance of the main characters and even the secondary couple was what made me feel a little more comfortable to continue watching the drama, since in the end it made me a little lazy to continue because, as I said, the story is too long and carries a subject to fill episode.

For these reasons, I give the drama a 9.
Finished: 18/03/2024.

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very romantic tender story

This drama really cool and I liked it so much ! All ! Haha the scenes, music, acting... acting is an other things ! Actors played very good on high level! I felt so huge romantic while watching this series )) so much love and tenderness!..
But personally found only few moments I don't like ... about them later ,but at all, the series is pretty cool and warm ! I advice to watch it ! Also well added music which very harmoniously convey the feelings thro ...
Nothing wana say bad , the story is good and Shin Yu with Hong Jo have a real chemistry while playing together )) ( very good acted Rowoon ))) but ...why always good guy falls in a dumb girl ? Lol , she made many mistakes , she too loyal and naive and ain't that smart , she easily believes to anyone and getting in trouble then but Shin Yu falls in her ! This drive me crazy! Why dirictors always made that main lead smart character falls into a dumb girl ?! Or it's a trend in Korea ...? This is sucks , I think this is only one thing is sucks in that drama ! ..
Ps I understand that if a girl were there a smart maybe will not some kinda interesting to watch it bc will b so "ideal " but in same time I think that they can play with scenario to make it too cool with a smart female lead role ..
Also when Shin Yu got stambed a lil, Hong Jo jus looked at him and cried...while she can jus call for doctors quickly ! ..no logic here guys , u can cry when he die but while he didn't u must to save him first!.. this was stupid ...
Didn't like the scenes where Shin Yu jus played with Hong Jo's heart bc of his ideas about Na Yeon and Hong Jo jus .. easily accepted that ...idk what kind girl u should to be but .. normal girl will never "wait " untill the guy were there finish his games with one and comes to u ..no games guys , if u break up u break up ...if u can't handle with one why u looking for another ? That's unrespectable male behavior for a women and females dumbness.. ain't good at all ...
And Kwon Jae ..acted like she's a thing ..."if he didn't marry u, call me "... For me it's disrespectful also , it's like u choose a fruit in the market and if somebody will not buy it u gonna buy it then , ofcoz without really give a choice to the fruit bc the fruit is no soul ...
I understand his feeling too, he gave up but in same time he is not and still waiting for opportunity.. but for him better to forgot her ..like no chance there at all he must understand it ..
This Kdrama has for sure high rewatch ! Enjoy it guys !

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Worth it!

I must admit that I was hesitant to watch this drama due to my dislike for Rowoon, but after giving it a chance, I was pleasantly surprised. His character was incredibly charming and quite funny, which made it difficult for me not to adore him. The chemistry between the main leads was the highlight of the show for me, as I loved watching their playful bickering turn into something more.

However, the unnecessary love triangle left me with a few unanswered questions. When did the second male lead start liking the female lead, and why? It was not clear to me, and he never confessed his feelings. Perhaps I am biased because I did not find him attractive.

Despite this, I would still recommend this drama to others. It may have followed a familiar plotline, but that should not stop you from giving it a chance. Jo Bo Ah's performance was exceptional, and you could tell that she had a lot of fun playing her character. The chemistry between the main leads was undeniable, and it kept me invested in the story.

Although I would have preferred if they had taken a risk and made the second male lead the villain or the main lead's secretary, the show's choice to go the safe route was not necessarily a bad thing. Overall, I believe that this drama is worth watching, and I encourage you to form your own opinion instead of solely relying on others' opinions.

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Leaves a lot to be desired

Not sure how to feel about this drama. I didn't think it was THAT bad. I mean, it was watchable. The writing was just insane, the plot just went all over the place and the last half felt like it turned into a completely different drama. It was like the writer completely forgot about the curse and fantasy plotline, just dropped it (literally had the characters say several times "it doesn't matter if the curse was real or not" with no real closure whatsoever) and turned it into a run of the mill past life connection romance. The OST is quite honestly one of the worst I've ever heard in a drama.

Rowoon impressed me, at first I thought his acting was starting out pretty stiff but then in the last half his acting became really good...again, not sure what the change in the middle of this drama was about. Either way he has a new fan.

The FL was annoying as heck, and I'm sick of the past life connection trend in dramas already. But the makeout scenes toward the end were super hot and their chemistry was good, I think mostly thanks to Rowoon.

Overall not really one I'd recommend but it had potential.

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A little gem of romance & fantasy, with a great great CL (｡◝‿◜｡)

I really loved this catchy romantic and fantasy series, with Rowoon as handsome as ever (((´♡‿♡`+))) and Jo Bo Ah, who combines liveliness, sensitivity and shows a touching vulnerability. It's a little masterpiece, as Korean directors know how to make.

PLOT:
A brilliant young lawyer, rich and subject to a curse, owner of a ruined sanctuary, meets FL, a city hall employee responsible for park management. During the demolition, they discovered a box that belonged to a shaman 300 years earlier. This box can only be opened by the FL. The duo will little by little discover their common past, and try to build their future, despite the multiple obstacles, from the past and the present.

PROS:
+ A CL that causes sparks to fly! Rowoon did well to focus on his acting career: he is magnificent, expressive, extraordinary in this drama. The chemistry with Jo Bo Ah is great and it has some pretty hot scenes ( eye candy for the viewers).
+ The story is solid, coherent, well written. Some commentators say it's confusing, because the storyline is not linear, but I don't agree at all ಠ益ಠ), we follow the plot without difficulty.
+ An almost perfect production: superb cinematography, balance between dark, tender and humorous scenes, well-conducted and well-placed flashbacks,... and a soothing ending (｡◝‿◜｡)
+ great OSTs, notably "it's you" by Park Won (in my playlist), which accompany and accentuate the emotions of the moment.

CONS:
- I can't stand the character of FL2 (the classic supposedly super beautiful pest of many plots) and I don't understand why the protagonists nickname her "goddess". She is nowhere near as pretty as the FL.
- Here again, Korean makeup artists have a problem with lipstick, always too obvious, on male actors!
- product or brand placements are TOO obvious.

=> A little gem of romance and mystery, which I devoured in one sitting and which I will certainly rewatch with pleasure.
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J'ai adoré cette série romantique et fantastique, accrocheuse, avec Rowoon toujours aussi beau (((´♡‿♡`+))) et Jo Bo Ah, qui allie la vivacité, la sensibilité et montre une vulnérabilité touchante. C'est un petit chef d’œuvre, comme les réalisateurs coréens savent le faire.

PLOT:
Un jeune avocat brillant, riche et objet d'une malédiction, propriétaire d'un sanctuaire en ruine, rencontre la FL, employée de mairie chargée de la gestion des parcs. Lors de la démolition, ils découvrent une boite qui appartenait à une chamane 300 ans plus tôt. Cette boite ne peut être ouverte que par la FL. Le duo va peu à peu découvrir leur passé commun, et essayer de construire leur avenir, malgré les multiples obstacles, du passé et du présent.

PROS:
+ Un CL qui casse tout ! Rowoon a bien fait de se concentrer sur sa carrière d'acteur : il est magnifique, expressif, extraordinaire dans ce drama. L'alchimie avec Jo Bo Ah est géniale et on a droit à quelques scènes assez hot.
+ L'histoire est solide, cohérente, bien écrite. Certains commentateurs la disent confuse, parce que la storyline n'est pas linéaire, mais je ne suis d'accord du tout ಠ益ಠ) , on suit le propos sans difficulté.
+ Une réalisation quasi parfaite : cinématographie superbe, équilibre entre les scènes dures, tendres et humoristiques, flashback bien conduits et bien placés,... et une fin apaisante (｡◝‿◜｡)
+ des OST géniales, notamment "it's you" de Park Won (dans ma playlist) qui accompagnent et accentuent les émotions de l'instant.

CONS:
- je ne supporte pas le personnage de la FL2 (la classique soi-disant super belle peste de nombreux plots) et je ne comprends pas que les protagonistes la surnomment "déesse". Elle est loin d'être aussi jolie que la FL.
- Ici encore, les maquilleurs coréens ont un problème avec le rouge à lèvres, toujours beaucoup trop évident, chez les hommes !
- les placements de produits ou d'enseigne sont TROP évidents.

=> Un petit bijou de romance et de mystère, que j'ai dévoré d'une traite et que je regarderai certainement à nouveau avec plaisir.

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No depth despite 16 Episodes

Since Rowoon was so convincing as ML in "She would never know" and "the kings affection", I expected a lot. The story line around the love spells would have provided many opportunities, but it was not clear to me when or when not, why or why not they were effective. What was left was a lame love story with no chemistry, in which the ML struggled to find emotional depth without succeeding at least in parts. The dialogues are cliché and miss any opportunity for real engagement. Clichees can play an important role in a story, but this opportunity was also missed. The story, the characters and their motives did not become plausible. I know "100 days my prince" from the screenwriter, which I liked. The cast with the supporting actors has already proven how good they are in many dramas. Too bad!

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From episode one it seems it’s destined to fail

So I am watching this drama for three things, Rowoon, the budget, and the fact that it is on Netflix. Netflix has been a great platform that releases some good k-dramas along with gems that.

If you came to this drama to look for a well connected linear story about destined lovers. Don't expect that. Don't expect any more than a romantic comedy with supernatural elements. I really thought from the promotional material that this would be much more compelling than it really is, but unfortunately it's a let down in that aspect .. and I'll explain. That isn’t to say it’s irredeemable horrible, it’s not what I expected so that leaves a lot of room to surprise me either good or bad

Hong-jo was someone I initially thought would be beautiful and endearing, someone that Rowoon's character gets attached to admits his loneliness. Instead this girl talks out loud to a box, she has some infatuation with a guy because he is good looking. I like characters because I see why they are the way they are, and especially if they are this dumb it is important to give them a motive. For example, Rowoon's character in Tommorow was very out there, he was a lot but that was juxtaposed by the situation he was put in. He was very motivated and ambitious and passionate. Hong-jo is teetering over the line of being unlikeable for me because she is so animated. Although I do like it in good doses, it just gets to be a bit much and that stays consistent for the episodes I have seen.On a writing standpoint of things it will be hard for me to buy into their love if they keep her character this way. Since she is so outlandish it will be hard for me to adjust if she mellows out. Not saying it can't be done though.. I'm just saying for the first two episodes they miss the mark. I really don't like characters that have fluff scenes just for people to get laughs when the parts she have are not even funny. Since she is by herself all the time she talks to herself, and those are scenes that pull me away from the dark nature of this dramas other scenes with Rowoon's character, Shin-Yu. I don't get why he wasn't the main focus and I hate when shows have such a potential with brooding characters that are closed off, conflicted, cursed... instead it focuses on Hang-Jo who has a lot of talking to herself, it is not fun, it is hard to watch.... embarrassing at times...

The VFX of Shin-Yu's hallucinations are really good. I wish this drama could be more into that more mature plot. Instead it goes for a love-plot that I did see coming. I just didn't see it coming to be this dumb. Maybe it is supposed to be funny... but it's like Hong-Jo and her scenes are out of a completely different drama than Shin-Yu's curse plot. I use dumb a lot, and I think its fair. Hong-Jo is a civil service worker who works the lowest grade. I did some research to see that it means she took a test but was not smart enough to work higher up in the government and instead sort of does odd jobs that the government pays for. So she was too dumb, and she still is dumb and is like a lost puppy with one thing on her mind. I do like puppies though so maybe if I watch long enough I will grow to like her. It is just this character is too much and I doubt I will really buy into any heart-tearing scenes.

The things about this drama I do like... I love that Rowoon is acting here.. don't really like the role though. It is very stilted and he isn't a good guy at all. The first lawyer scene he has establishes that and I could go over in detail how he screwed that up but I am not.Maybe it is because he is cursed and it reflects into his attitude. Obviously the guy has been scared by his past. This drama could work much better if the first episodes were better, be grand and bold. Show his connection with Hong-jo from his past life because we all know they are connected by fate. His character is what my friend said while watching a voice of reason. So he can level out any of the wrong behaviors by others with realism.

The first episode was unfortunately really bad at hooking me and anyone who wants to watch 15 episodes. I would've showed how he got cursed, and later on you can develop it more with longer past scenes that show the connections deepening between Hong-Jo and Shin-yu. So you'd have the end of their story at the beginning, and then work from the beginning and to that point. I would do it like this, it's easier to follow, has a better hook, Hong-Jo can be quirky and you can see how Shin-Yu grew to like her instead of throwing them into this dynamic of a cold man and upbeat woman. It wasn’t that it did it wrong, there are just better ways to do it and it’s a shame to see it other ways for me.

The beauty of dramas are that they aren't real. Taking advantage of their medium to tell an entertaining story. This drama has the budget but the writing is a miss in a lot of areas. It is such a drastic gap with their personalities that it seems like a fan fiction if you think about it too much. the dialogue isn't natural, their situation definitely isn't. I know it's supernatural, again though I wish to see balance. Balance the real setting between that supernatural parts. I am starting to grow with the campy nature with this drama, although it did take a while. I have a soft spot for Rowoon and as annoying I find the female lead, if he wants to be with her then there is no harm. This show could be a lot better, but it isn't the worst, definitely not the best though.

Watching through episode 7 any character I liked or was trying to has been severely flawed by the nonsensical writing. The second male lead leads of the love spell and was ok with it? And he regrets not liking her? There is nothing given for us to know why, and compared to his no nonsense attitude it makes even less sense. Both the leads like this woman who is meddling with peoples lives for her own gain. It is nothing more than that and it isn’t deep or romantic, it’s disturbing and I can’t get past it.

this drama is just not worth my time anymore

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