This drama was super engaging despite being a plot I have seen many times before (maybe not in korean drama but definitely in anime) and I fell in love with the entire cast who brought the characters and feelings to life. It feels very authentic and genuine, the friendship is one of the best I've seen, and the development of familial bond truly tugs your heart strings. There may not be a romance subplot between the leads but I think that is for the better, because it was amazing and didn't need it. Romance is not necessary and sometimes just having platonic relationships with people who will support you is enough. The osts are great, I have been listening to them on repeat especially close your eyes by hong issac and meet again by kim sejeong (also the female lead) former member of gugudan.
There's also a lot of lessons to be learned from the show and learn together with the characters as they grow, somun the mc really matures throughout and jo byung gyu portrays him perfectly.
All of the actors are absolutely amazing, talented and wholesome, I recommend watching behind the scenes to really see their dedication, chemistry and cuteness. The performances from the villains and bullies are also extrodinary.
The choregraphy of the fights are decent, the first episode was a little stiff but as the actors went on, it is evident that they have improved.
The plot itself isn't perfect, and some parts thinking back were random or misplaced, but it drives its forward so well that I couldn't care less about its faults.
It was a TRULY a fun ride!