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seagull_of_moon06

seagull_of_moon06

No Gain, No Love korean drama review
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No Gain, No Love
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by seagull_of_moon06
19 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 9.5
Story 10.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0

True definition of a romcom!

I absolutely love this drama. It fulfilled the definition of a romcom very well.

The romance from the lead and second couple was absolutely amazing. I loved the buildup of the romantic tension for both couples so much. I especially loved Son Haeyoung (FL) and Kim Jiuk (ML) as a couple. Like the romantic tension between them was so palpable. You could tell just be their eyes that they loved each other. The communication between them is top tier. Also, the transition between their relationship to a real relationship was so seamless. There weren't any weird situations between them when this was happening. I feel like other romcom dramas lacked this.

The comedy part had me laughing so much. I genuinely found the comedic timings in this drama so on point, and the jokes were absolutely gold. My favorite scene had to be in episode 11 towards the end. That scene made me crack up so much. I didn't like the FL's ex that much but he did have some good comedic points so I can't hate him entirely.

I absolutely loved Son Haeyoung as the female lead. She has to be my favorite character in this drama and probably one of my favorite characters ever. I'm so glad Shin Min Ah acted as the FL because I don't think any other actress would've done justice to her character. Son Haeyoung is literally my role model now. She's just such a straightforward FL which is so refreshing. I love that she communicates her feelings to everyone in her life so easily. This might seem like a bad thing but it definitely avoided weird situations in the drama that would have otherwise happened. Also, the fact that the synopsis made her character seem like a selfish person when she was the most caring and selfless. I love how fiercely protective she is of the people she loves. I would love her as my older sister so much. She's also someone who just understands people so well. Just from someone's behavior and the things they say, she can immediately understand their feelings (specifically referring 11 and 12). Also, the way she's always so understanding of Jiuk and genuinely thought of him as family when they had just gotten fake married. I love how she never denied the feelings she's had for him.

I love Kim Jiuk as the ML. He's such a caring and understanding person especially to the FL. I just love how attentive and gentle he is to her. Given all the stuff he went through, it's a miracle he's such an amazing guy. The first few episodes definitely cemented in that he isn't one of those overly possessive and controlling MLs that care only about the FL. Overall, he's just a big softie who's absolutely in love with the FL.

The SFL is an absolutely adorable person. I loved how endearing she is as a person but also isn't afraid to stand up for herself. I absolutely love the bond she has with the FL and loved it even more after episode 11. The SML seemed like a jerk at first but had the best character development. He turned into quite the romantic around the SFL. His relationship with the SFL had so many bumps but at the end, they ended up together. I love how cute they are with each other. The SML turned out be such a gentle, caring, and kind guy, and the SFL needed just that in a partner especially with all that she's been through.

Overall, this drama was really amazing! It exceeded my expectations and went beyond. If you're looking for the perfect drama to make your heart melt at the romantic moments and for your stomach to burst of laughter because of the comedic moments, this is the one.

Sidenote: There are quite a lot of sexual jokes in this drama but they're all handled really well and don't make you cringe. In fact, some of them may make you laugh your heart out.
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