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Unlocking the Romance: A K-Drama Review of 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim"

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In this blog, I explore the charm and quirks of 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim.' Join me on a journey through romance, humor, and workplace dynamics as we review each episode. 


"What's Wrong with Secretary Kim" revolves around the charismatic and narcissistic Lee Young Joon, played by Park Seo-joon, who is the vice president of a large corporation. His highly efficient and loyal secretary, Kim Mi-so, portrayed by Park Min-young, has served him for nine years. The story takes an unexpected turn when Kim Mi-so decides to resign, expressing her desire to live her own life.


As Lee Young Joon grapples with the sudden departure of his indispensable secretary, he realizes the depth of his feelings for her. The narrative unfolds with humor, romance, and a touch of mystery, exploring the reasons behind Kim Mi-so's decision and the evolving dynamics between the two characters.


The drama beautifully balances Lee Young Joon's narcissism with Kim Mi-so's independence, creating a captivating story that delves into the complexities of love, personal growth, and the challenges of navigating professional and personal relationships.




Episode by Episode Review

Episode 1 - A Hilarious Beginning

Meet Young Joon, a CEO used to getting everything, and Mi So, his efficient secretary. The comedic chemistry kicks off, making us laugh and wonder what's in store.


Episode 2 - Sparks and Laughter

Young Joon's narcissism continues, and Mi So's charm shines brighter. The duo's interactions promise a hilarious yet heartwarming journey.


Episode 3 - Unveiling Tensions

The drama unfolds as Mi So decides to quit, revealing hidden tensions. Will Young Joon realize the depth of their connection? Stay tuned for more surprises.


Episode 4 - Navigating Changes

Mi So's decision prompts changes in Young Joon's life. The plot thickens, adding excitement and anticipation.



Episode 5 - Emotions Surface

As Young Joon confronts his feelings, emotions surface. The story deepens, leaving us eager for more developments.


Episode 6 - Developing Bonds

Mi So and Young Joon's bond strengthens amidst challenges. The drama beautifully explores their evolving relationship.


Episode 7 - Heartfelt Moments

Heartfelt moments take center stage as our protagonists navigate the complexities of their emotions. Viewers are in for a touching ride.


Episode 9 - Turning Points

The plot takes unexpected turns, offering new perspectives on relationships. Young Joon and Mi So's connection faces intriguing twists.


Episode 10 - Love Blossoms

Love blossoms amidst challenges. The storyline becomes more captivating, promising a sweet and engaging narrative.


Episode 11 - Climactic Revelations

Climactic revelations unfold, keeping us on the edge of our seats. The drama builds anticipation for what lies ahead.


Episode 12 - Navigating Challenges

Mi So and Young Joon navigate challenges together. The story continues to balance humor and depth seamlessly.


Episode 13 - Emotional Resonance

Emotional resonance takes center stage as characters confront their pasts. The drama resonates deeply with viewers.


Episode 14 - Romantic Peaks

Romantic peaks are reached as Mi So and Young Joon's relationship flourishes. The chemistry between the leads is heartwarming.


Episode 15 - Tying Loose Ends

The penultimate episode ties loose ends, setting the stage for a satisfying conclusion. Viewers are left with a sense of closure and anticipation.


Episode 16 - A Heartfelt Finale

The series concludes with a heartfelt finale, leaving us with smiles and a sense of fulfillment. "What's Wrong With Secretary Kim" delivers a perfect ending to an unforgettable journey.



Characters 🌟

The main characters, especially Director Park and Park Seo-joon, add lots of humor to the show. Director Park is a great sidekick, and Park Seo-joon is incredibly funny in his role. The chemistry between the leads is lovely.


Additionally, the supporting cast, including Lee Tae-Hwan, Lee Sung Yeon, Kim Byeong-Ok, and Kim Hye-Ok, has been praised for delivering noteworthy performances that enhance the overall viewing experience. The ensemble cast effectively brings the characters to life, creating a captivating and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the series.

Cinematography 🎥

The use of vibrant colors and aesthetically pleasing compositions enhances the overall viewing experience, contributing to the drama's charm. The attention to detail in showcasing the characters' expressions and the beauty of the surroundings elevates the overall production quality.

Overall Feelings 😊

It mixes comedy, social issues like anxiety, and romance between the leads. If you enjoy funny and light-hearted dramas with a bit of romance, "What's Wrong with Secretary Kim" might be worth watching!


Why Do We Love KDramas? A Guide to Understanding the Korean Drama Addict in You

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I've been a fan of Korean dramas since the start of pandemic - out of sheer boredom and nothing else to watch, I started to skim through the subtitled shows that I consciously tried to avoid. My first KDramas were the classics you'd expect: The Princess Hours, My Mister, Reply 1988. The comedies, romances, historicals, and thrillers all hooked me in with their incredible storytelling (and killer fight scenes). But it wasn't until I watched Coffee Prince that I fully understood why I'm so obsessed with them.

KDramas have excellent stories and characters.

As with any good drama, the plot of a KDrama is usually well-written. It's also true that most of them feature characters who are well developed and relatable. The main characters tend to be likable as well—a trait that can't be said for many Hollywood movies or TV shows these days!

The one thing that stands out in almost all KDramas is the love triangle (or sometimes square) between two male leads and one female lead. In many cases, our favorite K-Drama heroines have been torn between two guys who are equally attractive—and both of whom seem perfect for her! This leads us back to our first point: these dramas make us feel like we're living vicariously through someone else's life by putting us into situations we'd never get ourselves into!

KDrama focus on topics that are relevant today.

Watching Hollywood shows and films all my life, you know that the main characters often start out as enemies and end in love. This is because the plot typically involve two people from different social classes and backgrounds:

  • A rich guy and a poor girl
  • A rich guy and a poor girl from different countries/cultures/races
  • A rich guy and a poor girl who are from the same country but have different beliefs
  • They're good romance stories with a lot of heart.

KDramas explore different topics, different genres that are relevant to society today. Often they're part of some larger goal or conflict, and sometimes they have to overcome obstacles to be together. The characters often have a lot of heart and do some very unexpected things for each other.

They're funny, cheesy at times.

Korean dramas are funny and can be cheesy at times. They're funny, but not ridiculous. They're funny, but not inappropriate. They're funny—but not in an over-the-top way that makes you want to turn off your computer and never watch another Korean drama again....well, maybe sometimes (and we all know how many people have actually done this).

They're just plain funny! And they're smart and witty in a way that only Koreans can do it: with a sense of self-awareness and humor about their own culture, history and traditions without being trite or corny.

But wait...you say...there's nothing humorous about the plot summary. How do you explain that? Well my friend I'll tell you why: because these writers understand what makes something funny (and if they don't understand it themselves then they work with someone who does) which means that whatever happens on screen will always be grounded in some type of reality—even if that reality includes ghosts or aliens or time travel machines (don't worry too much about those last two though because most dramas don't put them into play).

The cast chemistry is amazing.

You'll notice that the cast chemistry is amazing, and that's because it's real. The actors are really good at acting—they're so good at acting, they act like they're not acting! They have great on-screen chemistry, which means they also have great off-screen chemistry. And you can tell when you watch them play their characters in a drama that they really understand those characters; it's not just an act. When you watch a scene between two people who love each other (or hate each other), it's hard not to get caught up in their emotions and forget about your own life for a few minutes.

The best part of all this is that you get to experience something special every time you watch kdramas—it’s like going through a different journey with friends every time!

The plots are unpredictable.

As a general rule, the plots of Korean dramas are not always designed to end on an optimistic note. This isn't always true, but it's true more often than not. Even if you find yourself rooting for a villain who is destined for failure and defeat, the least possible outcome may happen—and even if they do get their comeuppance in the end, their final fate may just make your jaw drop.

This isn't necessarily unique to Korean dramas; we've all seen our fair share of happy endings in other genres too (romantic comedies being one). But what makes K-dramas stand out is how strongly this theme manifests itself throughout each episode or series. Most episodes end with some sort of resolution—a plot point resolved or a character finding closure with another character or themselves—and these resolutions tend to be fairly correct in the game of life.

The actors are gorgeous, and the wardrobe is awesome!

Korean dramas are known for their beautiful actors. They are good-looking, fit, talented, intelligent and hard-working. In fact, they're so good at what they do that you might think the drama is real life—and sometimes it feels like that!

Watching KDrama is an awesome way to relax, learn a new language, be entertained, get caught up in a good story and feel like there's hope for love in the world!

Watching KDrama is a great way to learn a new language.

They are entertaining and relaxing.

You can enjoy them with your friends or family members, who are more likely to be interested in the same things as you are.


First and foremost, there’s the sheer fun of it all: browsing through a long list of dramas and picking out the ones that sound most appealing. Then you get to binge-watch your chosen dramas, trying to guess what’ll happen next. Or perhaps you prefer watching them one episode at a time. Either way, there’s nothing quite like diving into a drama with characters you know and love (or hate).

So go ahead! Try watching Korean dramas if you haven't already—we think it'll be worth your time. You can start off with some of our recommendations in this very article; just click on any of the thumbnails for more information about each drama! We promise that once these shows hook you in, it'll be hard for them to let go.

Navillera: Song Kang makes a perfect transformation into a ballerino with big dreams

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2021 Mar 5th  - The trailer for Navillera, a drama about the unlikely friendship between Deok-chul, a 70-year-old man who takes up ballet, and Chae-rok, a late bloomer 23-year-old ballerino, has been unveiled. Adapted from the highly acclaimed webtoon of the same name, Navillera unites director Han Dong-hwa, called the master of the human drama for his works Squad 38 and Miss Lee, with writer Lee Eun-mi who made a strong impression with Tunnel. Their collaboration has set high expectations.

In the drama, Park In-hwan plays a retired postman, Deok-chul, who seeks to fulfill his lifelong dream of ballet as he nears the end of his life. Song Kang plays a young man, Chae-rok, who has a unique talent for ballet but realizes his talent fairly late compared to his peers. Chae-rok’s life unexpectedly changes as he becomes a ballet mentor to the 70-year-old grandpa.

The trailer shows Park In-hwan (Deok-chul) nearing the end of his life and Song Kang (Chae-rok) who wonders if he’s on the right path with his late career start, as they find their dreams together. In the trailer, Park In-hwan captures the audience’s attention as he throws away cherished mementos in an effort to erase his attachment to ballet. However, seeking a final purge, he heads to the ballet studio where he states, “I’ve never done anything I wanted to do,” signaling a final pursuit with no regrets after recollecting his past.

The trailer gives a glimpse of the confusing reality Song Kang finds himself in. With nothing going his way - not his family, not the people around him, not even ballet - Song Kang sits on the practice room floor alone with his frustration. Tired of his cold reality, he vents, “I don’t know how to live in the future, whether there’s a tomorrow or not,” expressing regret.

In the next shot, we see Park In-hwan remark to Song Kang, “I only have one life. That’s why this moment is precious to me.” He expresses his final pursuit of his lifelong passion, ballet, as he nears the end of his life. The two men - Park In-hwan, who had no choice but to bury his dream, and Song Kang, who stands in front of his dream but without full commitment - come to pursue their challenging passions together.

Watch Navillera when it premieres on March 22 with new episodes every Monday and Tuesday at 10.00pm Philippine Standard Time, two hours after release in Korea, only on Netflix! 

Production Information

Title: Navillera

Director: Han Dong-hwa

Written: Lee Eun-mi

Starring: Park In-hwan, Song Kang, Na Moon-hee, Hong Seung-hee

Produced by: Studio Dragon, The Great Show

Distributed by: Netflix

Release Date: March 22, 2021 with new episodes every Monday and Tuesday at 10PM Philippine Standard Time


Netflix Original Series Love Alarm S2 Confirmed for March 12 Release with Love Alarm 2.0

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Netflix Original Series Love Alarm S2 released first look stills of the romance between the main leads along with the announcement of the series being released on March 12. Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, Love Alarm is set in a world where a mobile app alerts you if someone within a 10-meter radius likes you. Starring Kim So-hyun, Jung Ga-ram, and Song Kang, there’s no better time than now to watch (or re-watch) the first season as you wait for season 2.




The new stills show Kim Jo-jo (Kim So-hyun) meeting Lee Hye-yeong (Jung Ga-ram) and Hwang Sun-oh (Song Kang) individually. While they have graduated from high school and have become adults, they still have unresolved worries and conflicts. The second season takes place 4 years after the creation of the app which has recently released Love Alarm 2.0. The update comes with a new feature that shows users a list of people who are likely to like them in the future. Kim Jo-jo, who still hides her feelings, will come across a variety of small and large changes in society influenced by the app. Love Alarm S2 is directed by Kim Jin-woo of Good Doctor, Queen of Mystery, and Suits  and Ryu Bora, who is the writer of Snowy Road and Secret, participated as script producer.





You can watch the first season of Love Alarm now and the second season will be released on March 12, only on Netflix.

Vincenzo and Sisyphus Set to Heat Up February with Thrills and Suspense

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Two highly anticipated K-dramas are headed our way — Vincenzo and Sisyphus. From a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer fighting evil using villainous tactics to a time traveling heroine rescuing a genius engineer, there are exciting and unique stories to enjoy. Watch the main trailers and find out more about the upcoming shows here.


Vincenzo




Vincenzo’s anti-hero Vincenzo Cassano (Song Joong-ki) is a consigliere to an Italian mafia. After ending up in Korea, he encounters some odd neighbors and gets embroiled in a fight against a formidable opponent. With lawyer Hong Cha Young (Jeon Yeo-been), they punish evil with evil and seek revenge. While there are epic battles to look forward to, there will be some comedic and cute moments to enjoy as well. Watch Vincenzo when it premieres on February 20 at 10PM Philippine Standard Time with new episodes every Saturday and Sunday, only on Netflix!


Sisyphus



Genius engineer Han Tae-sul (Cho Seung-woo) gets saved by heroine Gang Seo-hae (Park Shin-hye) and learns some dangerous truths. He finds out that he invents a time machine in the future, and some mysterious individuals are trying to kill him. Putting her life on the line, Seo-hae promises to save Tae-sul and the world. It’s a race against time as the pair try to prevent the fall of Korea. Watch Sisyphus when it premieres on February 17 at 9:30PM Philippine Standard Time with new episodes every Wednesday and Thursday, only on Netflix!


Netflix Confirms Premiere Of New K-drama Record Of Youth For 2nd Half Of 2020

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SEOUL, June 1, 2020 - Netflix has confirmed the premiere of Record of Youth, a new series starring Park Bo-gum, Park So-dam and Byeon Woo-seok, for the latter half of 2020.

Record of Youth is directed by An Gil-ho, who has a solid track record with Stranger, Memories of Alhambra and WATCHER, and written by Ha Myeong-hee, who has penned many heart-warming stories grounded in realistic settings, including Doctors and Temperature of Love.

Park Bo-gum (Encounter, Reply 1988, Love in the Moonlight) will play Sa Hye-jun, a pragmatic and ambitious young man, who is an aspiring model/actor juggling idealism with the reality of everyday life. He has an optimistic and amiable personality that is well balanced out by an objective and flexible sense of judgment.

Park So-dam (Parasite, Cinderella with Four Knights), with her commanding onscreen presence, will play An Jeong-ha, an aspiring makeup artist and a smart young woman with a strong sense of self. With inherent wit and hard work, she follows her own path and finds security in her own unwavering resolve under external pressures.

Byeon Woo-seok (Dear My Friends, Search: WWW) plays Sa Hye-jun’s best friend Won Hae-hyo who wants to prove himself through hard work. He is friendly and gentle, but competitive. Because he gives his utmost effort to the things he cares deeply about, he cannot stand being brushed off just because he was born into privilege.

Record of Youth, produced by Studio Dragon and Pan Entertainment (Winter Sonata, The Moon Embracing the Sun, Fight for My Way and When the Camellia Blooms), will premiere exclusively on Netflix outside Korea, while in Korea, tvN has the show’s first-window broadcast rights.

Netflix Announces Casting Of Ji Jin-hee, Lee Jae-wook And Hong Seung-hee For New Korean Series Move To Heaven

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SEOUL, June 4, 2020 - Netflix has confirmed the casting of Ji Jin-hee, Lee Jae-wook and Hong Seung-hee for its new Korean original series Move to Heaven, which stars Lee Je-hoon and Tang Jun-sang as lead roles.

Move to Heaven tells the story of Geu-ru, a young man with Asperger’s syndrome, and Sang-gu, who suddenly finds himself as Geu-ru’s guardian. The two work as trauma cleaners, clearing out the possessions of the deceased and uncovering the many stories that are left behind.

Ji Jin-hee (Designated Survivor: 60 Days, Misty) makes a special appearance as Geu-ru's father Jeong-u who is a kind and affectionate man. He operates Move to Heaven, a disposal service for the personal belongings of the deceased, and designates his younger brother Sang-gu as Geu-ru's guardian.

Lee Jae-wook (When the Weather Is Fine, Extraordinary You, Search WWW), makes a special appearance as Su-cheol, who had been involved with Sang-gu being sent to prison. Su-cheol’s appearance will pique viewers' curiosity not only for more insight into Sang-gu's past but also about Move to Heaven in general.

Hong Seung-hee (Who Kissed Me?, I Wanna Hear Your Song, Memorist) plays Na-mu, a key character alongside Geu-ru and Sang-gu. Na-mu lives next door to Geu-ru and considers him as family and is protective of him. She keeps a careful eye on Sang-gu, who suddenly becomes Geu-ru’s guardian.

Move to Heaven, directed by Kim Sung-ho (How to Steal a Dog)  and written by Yoon Ji-ryun (Boys Over Flowers and Angel Eyes), will be available worldwide, exclusively on Netflix.
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