I don't get the hate, I really don't. Reading through the reviews I'm sorry a good number just miss the mark. I knew there would be a large segment that would trash this season no matter what. But all these reviewers binged it within two days? Interesting.

The performances were great. These were the standouts for me:

Park Sung Hoon - I would never imagine a trans storyline with this much heart and depth. What other movie or tv show represents that experience better? Perhaps an appearance of this character triggered people? Into the Deep is one of my favorites.

Lee Byung Hyun - having him participate was thrilling. His interplay with Lee Jung Jae was incredible.

Park Gyu Young - having a character with the perspective of a guard was great. Her scenes were intense.

The Misaeng boys - Im Si Wan playing an unlikeable crypto shyster and Kang Ha Neul as vulnerable who had to project strength was great.

Gong Yoo - just superb.

T.O.P. - I didn't listen to Korean music during his Big Bang days. But I knew his appearance would be polarizing and he'd get undeserved hate. The netizens are already fast at work with the trash sites giving them even more of a platform. He's a scene stealer and you can't take your eyes off him. Note: he's supposed to be annoying and over the top, that's his character. A failed rapper strung out on drugs. Come on guys. Was he supposed to play it as someone likable? It was a believable portrayal. Congratulations to you if you dont have to deal with anyone annoying like this in your life, but that's not reality. I thought he was excellent.

Don't let the reviews(of which everyone binged within a couple days) stop you from watching it. I loved it and thought it was a lot better than season 1.