Nevertheless, (2021)

it's so boring!

honestly at this point, where I have watched like... millions of dramas but I've never seen such pathetic characters ever! I mean what the hell is wrong with Na-Bi?! Jae-Eon is clearly a walking, talking red flag but she can't see that? is love blind in such a pathetic amount??!! Just get a personality sweetheart! this is so annoying and painfully repetitive! at this point I wanna drop watching kdramas altogether! why can't they make more interesting dramas like Goblin or Memorist?! Also, even that dyed haired woman! she was a total b***h (pardon my language)!! both Bit-Na and Na-Bi were pathetic bitches. Song Kang's Sweet Home was way freaking better!

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I don’t like where it’s going

I feel like I should mention right off the bat that I do tend to have a bias against dramas based on webtoons, because they follow a very similar pattern that I don’t actually enjoy watching, but the premise of this one intrigued me and there are only a couple episodes available so far so I thought why not?

I don’t mind the first episode, it caught my attention at the start and managed to maintain it throughout from what I can remember. I was also very impressed with the female lead’s character and how she managed the break up (although completely giving up on love because of it felt a tiny bit extreme but I can at least understand her feelings), especially with how confident she was able to break it off and remain with herself afterwards. The male lead also seemed interesting, even though it was so obvious from the start to me what his character was going to be and how he was going to act later on. I was really happy when she left him and hoped that she wasn’t just going to let him do whatever he wants with her cause he’s charming, but unfortunately that seems to be exactly what happens in the second episode. I appreciate the different reaction of the main girl who knows she likes the main guy and even inadvertently shows it, instead of the typical female lead (not necessarily in kdramas) who hates them for no reason when they meet and the lead falls for them immediately because they’re “not like anyone else they’ve met before” cause their act doesn’t work on them. But it’s gotten to be so annoying how, because of her interest, she’s letting him get away with everything, and it doesn’t cause her to pull back from the situation at all - she says she’s going to after recognising one of the many, many signs that they’re not emotionally compatible and aren’t looking for the same things in a relationship, but then proceeds to talk and stare at each other long enough that they make out (or try to most of the time) and I can tell it’s only going to get worse from here.

I just realised there’s kind of a clue in the name “Nevertheless,” in that every bad sign she sees is met with defiance and the want to be with him no matter the obvious regret and pain that’s going to happen later. E.g “I’m not the only one. Nevertheless,” - title of Episode 2. So I guess if this was technically the inherent theme of the drama, I can’t judge it that badly, it’s just not for me.

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Realistic that it annoys me lmfao

Tissue Rate (aka how much I cried); I didn’t really cry, I was more frustrated then emotional for this drama

- I think this drama is really good at portraying how it feels to be in a relationship with someone who you deeply are connected with but it just doesn’t work. I think the acting was perfect, it made me feel anxious, annoyed but also mesmerize by how well the chemistry between Song Kang and Han So Hee.

- I LOVE LOVE LOVE this drama for including a bit of the LGBT+ community with Sol and Jiwan! I love those two so much! I think it was wonderful how their feelings came together in understanding that they actually like each other more than friends!

- The music is SO SO SO good!! Like I love the OST more than the actual drama lmfao!!

- Recommend if you want a realistic feel of a drama!

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I dont really watch ongoing dramas cause its not good for my EQ to wait a whole week before the next episode. And as much as I can, i stay away from spoilers and clips floating around the net just so I can appreciate the drama more in my own view. But with Nevertheless, I found myself browsing thru clips and reviews and I concluded its not going to be a happy ending judging from the toxicity of being with f*** boy. I started to watch it hours before the last episode was released so Id be able to avoid spoilers on the ending — and im glad i did.
I never read the webtoon nor do I care about it. A webtoon is a webtoon, drama is a drama. I read that the webtoon is more dramatic, darker, and realistic. But come on, out of 10 dramas you’ve watched, just how many are realistic? While finally watching Nevertheless, I could never see the bad on Jae Eon. His eyes are always full of warmth. His gaze towards Nabi was too different from his actions. When he met Nabi, I already felt he wants to change but continuously to avoid the fact that he does. If you read too much on other people’s ments, like the aunt’s talking to Nabi or Gyu hyun talking to Jae Eon, you would somehow know how this drama would end up. Thats why I became really hopeful. I could understand totally understand Nabi’s thoughts as to why she wants to stay away from Jae Eon as much as possible. In this open minded world that we live in, its really hard to find a person you can trust, love fully and unconditionally. You’d want to question their sincerity towards you - and obviously, Jae Eon showed zero sincerity at the start. But you know, Im really glad both of them tried to change. Nabi for going after what she really likes and Jae Eon letting go of his dark nature for Nabi. One thing I super loved about Jae Eon is he never forced himself to Nabi. He would always ask before doing anything and letting Nabi decide on their relationship. Like, how is that a f*ck boy? A f*ck boy would NEVER care about the girl’s feelings as long as he attains his goals. Im really satisfied with the ending. I couldnt get over the fact that the supposed f*ck boy would shed tears for the girl he thought he couldnt have. I repeated that scene too many times.

Some things I need explanation on - justification on SeolA’s character, i mean, she was just there to get Nabi jealous, and get Nabi to say, “Jae Eon likes doing IT with your hair tied.” Lol. Who was she to Jae Eon then? I was really curious. Also as to why Jae Eon loves butterflies too much and hates dating. Id really like some light on those points but Im guessing the webtoon touched on it, which I have no intention of reading.

Some thoughts of mine, Song Kang is not fit to play a playboy or a fck boy. He looks too nice. His eyes are really too innocent for something like this. Im kind of falling for him now. He’s gonna be my next oppa, but i think he’s going to the army soon. Also, i read about the webtoon’s ending prior to the drama’s ending. And honestly, I can’t stand the fact that Song Kang might not end up with the FL again — i was traumatized from Love Alarm. Song Kang deserves the FL. Lol.

Thats it for me, I loved it, and I dont give a damn to those people who hates this drama, and comparing it to the webtoon too much. Like wtf, cant you differentiate? They written by different writers for a reason.

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After all….

At the beginning I wanted this drama to be just like the ordinary cliche boy meets girl thing but as it progress the storyline becomes toxic to the point that I wanted to drop it. But, I stuck to it thinking that this would be a new perspective a glimpse of reality that not all relationships are healthy. Considering that they were in their early 20’s and in college the core should have been more on infatuation and moving on, learning from experiences. But unfortunately it ended just like any other cliche about love and fate and a happy ending.

After all it would have been something nice.

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Realistic modern day love; frustrating

This was my first Korean drama in awhile since I stopped around 2018, so it was refreshing to have something to watch and it be a Korean drama. Since, I watch mostly Chinese, Thai and Japanese. Also, this drama is not for the weak hearted.

Storyline/Plot: I really enjoyed the plot line since it was a realistic take on how love is in modern times. I really was happy that we finally have a drama like this since I usually see Japanese drama's convey social issues within their drama's. So, I wasn't expecting this drama to talk about something that happens in real life. I was hesitant to watch it since the synopsis didn't really stand out to me with how they described the drama. However, I was glad that I gave this drama a chance seeing I can relate to it. On the other hand, I hated how boring it got from episode 8 and onward. Which I had to drop the drama because it go boring and Nabi (FL), she just started to think so dumb. And it just became to hard to watch to the point I had to force myself to watch episode 8 which I stopped watching mid way. Furthermore, I don't like forcing myself to watch things and skipping either. Another thing is they started giving Nam Kyu Hyun (Kim Min Gwi) less screen time for something so dumb and petty (he cheated on his girlfriend and she exposed him for it). It left me uninterested with his and Bit Na's relationship since we couldn't see much of his face. Ji wan and Sol's relationship was annoying and not progressing as they both couldn't come to terms with whatever feeling's they had. All in all, all the couples including the secondary couples were boring and poorly written. The first half of the drama (episode 1-7) was good in my opinion and then it gets bad from there.

Acting /Casting: I liked both Song Kang and Han So Hee giving this is the first time I am watching a drama with the both of them. And the fact that they played both of their character's well. Also, I could say the same thing for the secondary actors and actresses as well.

Music: I don't talk about music much but I love the ost because it has such a chill vibe to it seeing that this is a youthful drama and it being taken place in college. It was really nice along with the aesthetics as well.

In conclusion: I won't be re watching this drama because it something I don't typically see myself revisiting due to it being so frustrating and its not exciting. Where as I could go back in time 5-10 years from now and be like "Oh! Look!, I remember when this drama came out, let's re watch!." for some happy memories and/or funny parts.

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beautiful simply beautiful

This drama is a beautiful escape from reality.
I got hooked in the first episode.

With any drama your going to have slow parts but to my surprise This drama didn't have any, maybe because it was only 10 episode i don't know.

I was amaze by the other love triangles, they were equally captivating, it was like that of a real life situation.

When the female lead got a new prospective love triangle I was so worried 😟 on the edge of my seat type worrie! 😟
no sleep type worried! Because you know most of these writers love the sink our hearts! In a sad ending.

But as the story unfolds and the suspense comes to a close I was so plesantly surprise it had a happy ending.

I must say tho, this ending was not only happy but rather Eye opening, so much of us are lead by our minds instead of our heart's. Even tho the heart is where the fun is, isn't it.
loving purely from logic is what makes life boring, the passion, pain, desire, butterflies can only be found from love within the heart.
And in this ending the lead actress went with her heart. ❤️
Beautiful drama, Its a must watch.

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One of THEE Worst Kdramas I've Ever Seen

I stuck it out, hoping Nabi would grow up. She never did. I don't think she ever got over her ex, and Jae came along, at just the wrong time. Where to begin? There was no legit reason for Nabi to become so taken with Jae. He was fine, but not that fine. He was wishy washy, and loved to play games, and in this instance, it took Nabi way too long to figure it out. Not sure why they changed the Webtoon ending. I guess it's because the leads were attractive, and therefore had to end up together.

I knew the very moment I should have stopped watching this garbage - when Nabi wiped another woman's lipstick off Jae's lips (he had just kissed another woman moments before) and kissed him. I couldn't believe what I was watching. The way she treated Yang Do was unforgiveable. I wanted him to stop liking her, and I'm glad he did finally give up. He was too good for Nabi.

She says at the end "I know he won't make me happy..." Girl what? I didn't want her to end up with either guy. She should have gone to Paris, and lived her best life.

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Normal student life?

Well, emotionally, these look like normal students to me. I went to university many ions ago and life was pretty much sex, alcohol, lectures in that order. For a few with disordered behaviour it would take another ten years or so before they would be reliable enough to mate for life and have babies. Humans in their late teens are not grown sufficiently to produce the unselfish behaviour that is needed for romantic attachments whilst studying. For me, the webtoon and scriptwriters have judged this well. The cast are not toxic, they are simply acting.
Don't forget that the Covid pandemic was raging at this time and all the cast and team should be applauded for getting through a difficult production. Well done.

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realistic and destructive

FInally picking this up after dropped it months ago, and actually i have slightly different view after finish this drama
Months ago, i thought that the ending is unrealistic, it feels forced happy ending
in fact, after i finished it, it feels like sad ending to me
FL getting back at square one after trying to be tough in 2 prior episodes
but for me, it what makes it realistic
FL already grew up in toxic environment, namely her aunt, she always feels she is never enough of a person and then she met the ML, our manipulative, self-centered, flirtatious guy we wish we never met. So, rather than saying FL doesn't has character development, i would say that she is stick to being herself.
The 19+rating is not just about their explicit content, the story itself is for mature audience, it tells about how destructive it can be if person misinterpret lust with love, and it might give the younger audience the wrong idea.
Lastly, i dont think i would rewatch it, but for someone who plan to watch it, keep in mind this story centered around two broken people, so you might not get ideal result at the end

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Realistic & Relatable

Plot: College to Early 20’s Romance with a touch of Art. Although it didn’t really dive into the deep part of arts, there were some good foreshadowing. I felt like I was watching my own story back when I was still naive & immature. Although mine didn’t end up like the main lead’s story, I still believe that some had their own happy ending. However, it still lacked deep emotions to portray their characters but then again, it’s not actually about development but more on the surface of first love/first heartbreak. Basically, he got a taste of his own medicine and he didn’t like that.

Acting: so-so acting. Sometimes they were good, sometimes they were bad. They all have their own strengths and weaknesses.

Music: I have two favorites. One korean song and one English song.

Rewatch value: A high percentage that I won’t rewatch it. Got the message and learned from that.

Overall: 8 episodes were good but then the last 2 weren’t convincing enough for me. Although I did like the execution of push and pull attraction of the main leads, the conclusion though was like a gift tied in a messy bow. Despite that, you will find subtle messages in the form of art and I liked that. Side characters’ stories are cute too. Just don’t expect any profound reasons/explanations as to why the characters are like what they are because you wouldn’t find it. The drama is focused on how young people nowadays struggle with their own thoughts about their identity, their relationships and future, immaturely and recklessly. Because we were like that too. I like the simple attack just not well-formed. For me, the ending is just a start — a fresh start of different types of love.

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