Castaway Diva (2023)

A Drama That Inspires You

this drama is not your typical romcom drama.. this is more of a healing slice of life, it's beautiful and the characters shine through the pain ...i think when you go you should be expecting that so go in in the mood for a healing slice of life rather than a romcom

Most reviews I read about it and most comments made me think this was gonna be terrible but it was such a blast I’m so glad I still watched it and didn’t let the bad comments make me biased

in the dramas defense : i don't agree that the name and trailer are misleading, they fit the drama perfectly and stayed true to it pretty well and you understand that there gonna be some trouble ( melodrama and a dark side to the story from the trailer ) , but then again i agree the synopsis is kinda misleading but like from the first and second episode it explains clearly what the drama is going to be and it become clear where it's going... a drama about a castaway survivor who ended up stranded on the island trying to run away from her violent father's abuse and the boy who was going to run away with her who also was a victim of his father's abuse and then searched for her for over 15 years while hiding behind a different name wasn't magically going to somehow be a corny, funny romcom and not have any difficulties/dark side along the way

A drama that inspires you.. the drama truly inspired me and i appreciate what it actually is , i saw the beauty of it and it truly teach you something .. the story here is beautiful. heartwarming and inspiring . it has a message to tell. actually quite a few messages

i cried so much watching this drama it always had a tear falling down my cheek . always in my feels, always rooting for the characters
it makes you realize how you can give without expecting much in return , how you can love and give unconditionally, how some times you finding a meaning in life , doing so , genuine connections here were beautiful and meaningful and they can teach you something

the amount of character development you see in this drama for certain characters is just so good and so worth it , the acting is so excellent and i thibk this drama is better binged thank goodness i waited

and just like that the second half of the drama won me over in ways i can't explain it made the drama go from a 7 to 9 for me , it was very beautiful and well made
after such a perfect satisfying finaleee in such a long timmeeeeeeeeeee and now the 9 nine feels insufficient i so it's def a 9.5

and mok ha is incredible truly precious one of my fave female leads

the acting here is brilliant on behalf of all the cast, the ml did a lot of good acting with his eyes .. so expressive

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First Two Episodes were Amazing, then they ruin it with misunderstandings

I was genuinely taken aback by how well the first two episodes were written. It was such a unique plot that dealt with child abuse well. For me, it all went downhill when Ki-ho didn't reveal who he is, and we get those generic altruistic main character plots. On top of that, we have the cliche of memory loss for the second lead. I wish they had made the second lead just a friend, I didn't like how they made her interested in him and then made him distant with her in the second half. It's like after he realized he wasn't interested, he stopped being Moka's friend too.

I understand what the drama was trying to do, by having Ki-ho conceal his identity, but by doing so he just sets Moka up for failure and a need to find Ki-ho, it would've been so much better had he just told her in the beginning, it felt like unnecessary drama. I'm so disappointed in how the show went after episode 3. I still finished the drama but it just lost its luster and became a very stale and average drama.

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Deeper than expected with great OST

This show ended up being much deeper than I expected when I first started this. I assumed it would be a light hearted rom com about finding your way to stardom and love but what it delivered was a poignant journey through pain while maintaining a radiant heart.

First can we talk about this string of dramas lately that have green flag men as the male leads? Because I am all for it and both the male leads in this drama are the type of men you wish you were surrounded by as a woman. This drama touches on domestic abuse and suicide which carries a hefty message throughout the drama. Watching these characters navigate these desperate and heartbreaking situations will make your heart ache right along with them.

Exceptional acting from the entire cast, and I'll specially mention the child actors here for their performance. Between the acting, production, and OST this will quickly become one of you favorites this year. And its heavy subject matter turns this from your typical rom com to a bit of a mystery while also delivering beautiful life lessons type of dialogue throughout. It is hard to not enjoy this or root for the characters.

The only things that I think took points away from this drama are the pacing in the first half of the show that made me a bit bored occasionally and the romance was a little lukewarm for my taste. The actors had chemistry but the story did rely heavily on the shared trauma and past to glue the pair together which did work but I would have liked to see some more actual romantic scenes. That is a minor complaint though since the trade off is the well balanced and lovely family portrayal that had plenty of time to capture your heart.

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Fantasy

I did like this drama in spite of the inconsistencies of the story : a young girl surviving 15 years on a deserted island ! I could have put up with 3 / 5 years at the most . She seemed almost comfortable there , had a hammock , befriended a seagull , built herself a fire ( presumably rubbing two sticks together ! ) ate wild potatoes .... her castaway days do not hold scrutiny .
She is rescued by a drone and her life begins again or rather continues where she left off .
in spite of this , the second half is interesting , gripping at times , beautifully acted by all the cast , accompanied by lovely music and songs . All's well that ends well , and the future is assured and bright . Worth watching ( only once for me ) , but easily forgotten . However at times I thought Park Eun bin had forgotten which drama she was in and traits of Attorney Woo crept back in the way she walked , and in her awkwardness .

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Plot was GIVING

Plot was very good. First episode was a whole rollercoaster. Liked the plot more in the first half than the second.

MC and ML are likeable characters on their own but lack chemistry in my opinion as a couple. Felt more focus on plot-centered moments than relationship building. Still great given how only 12 eps.

Music was good, met my expectations since that industry is explored in this drama.

The (kindof) found family is adorable. Interesting how antagonists (biological father, CEO) are presented more as gray-area villains than entirely evil (altho father more so).

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dream, jika kita bermimpi pasti akan terwujud dengan cara apapun.

Alur nya lumayan cepet, background ceritanya menarik banget bahas psikologis seorang anak. tentang mimpi dan cita2 motivasi, romance nya tipis tapisemua aktor nya act of service banget. jujur agak ngebosenin aja yang bagian, tapi akting eunbin bagus bangett vocalnya bener2 kayak singer beneran. Drakor ini ngajarin kita buat jangan pernah menyerah sama impian kita, lakukan sebaik mungkin, entah berapa lama akan terwujud yang pasti selama proses itu berjalan banyak hal yang bisa dipetik. Percaya sama kemampuan diri sendiri, omongan orang jangan dijadiin hambatan. Selagi mampu terus berusaha, karena apapun itu pasti akan terwujud dengan cara yang tidak pernah terduga sekalipun.

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HEART-WRENCHING TALE OF ABUSE AND REDEMPTION

I just finished watching this amazing drama, and I'm still processing the intense emotions it stirred in me. From the very first episode, I was hooked, and I knew I was in for a treat. Castaway Diva is one with well-developed characters, unexpected twists, and a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The drama follows the lives of two middle school classmates, Mok Ha and Jung Ki Ho, who are both victims of physical abuse at the hands of their fathers. Their story was incredibly heartbreaking.

Its ability to address weighty issues like domestic abuse, trauma and complex family relationships with sensitivity and skillfulness is what truly stands out for me. The writers did an excellent job of creating characters that are multi-dimensional and relatable, even in the face of what they had to go through. The actors who play the middle school versions of Mok Ha and Jung Ki Ho are phenomenal. They brought a level of depth and emotion to their acting that is truly remarkable.

You’ll be drawn into a world filled with secrets, complicated relationships, and surprising partnerships. It had a perfect pacing with just the right amount of tension and release to keep me invested in the characters' journeys.

Another standout aspect of this drama is the music. The soundtrack is incredible. It deepened my emotional connection to the story and made it more engaging and powerful.

If you're looking for a drama that will make you feel all the feels, then this is the one for you. Prepare to be deeply invested in the lives of these characters as they face their challenges and overcome them.

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