El Amor es como el Cha-Cha-Cha (2021)

a light, warm-hearted, sweet healing drama but with deep stories behind each character

— you will see yourself laugh hilariously and cry like baby!

You know, to be honest, this drama is actually my weekly go-to sweet-healing drama, however never I would expect this will also make me cry a lot. Yes. A. Lot. Especially in Ep.15 to beginning Ep.16. I never expected scene after scene from that specific eps would make cry like a baby!!!

When you thought you already cried a lot from one scene, but the next scene would make you cry even more!

I hate that. I hate the feeling that the story is just so realistic and relatable. Each. Lines. Are. Just. So. Deep. That. Will. Strike. Through. Your. Heart. Whether you like it or not.

But overall, I love how this drama is well-planned, well written and well executed.

Having alot of characters in a single drama (not just 4, but 19+!) will never be easy— bcs it might confuse the audience if there’s at least even one mistake in the flow of the story —

But this drama is exceptional although all these 19+ characters has its own story to tell — not just a typical story but a realistic, relatable and deep story to tell! — the director & screenwriter of this drama, most especially the actors really did a great job!!!

They are so consistent from unfolding each characters’ purpose and story to wraping the story. Plus the cinematography + bgm are just so accurate and perfectly matched with the story! Which makes it more enjoying to watch.

I am just thankful they produced this gem-like kind of drama in the middle of pandemic crisis where all people have a lot to take on their everyday life. Thank you for comforting me for 2 months even you made me cry so much in near ending!!!

Probably, if I’m going to rewatch it, I’m for sure going to end it at Ep.14. Hahaha I don’t wanna cry again.

But if you want some refreshing and relaxing drama, this one is for you! Go and watch it now.

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Por que eu adorei esse drama?

O Dorama, Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, fala sobre uma dentista da cidade grande, chamada Yoon Hye-jin, que no dia do aniversário da sua falecida mãe, vai para uma bela vila à beira-mar em Gongjin, onde conhece Hong Du-sik. Du-sik é conhecido como chefe Hong pelos residentes da cidade, ele é como um faz tudo, ajuda os idosos, faz trabalhos avulsos em restaurantes e cafeteria, entre outros. Hye-jin e Du-sik se cruzam diversas vezes, o que fazem ambos gostarem um do outro.

O Dorama é incrível, tem um enredo envolvente, e se aprofunda em cada personagem, ele prendeu minha atenção no primeiro episódio. Eu amei conhecer sobre o passado do Du-sik, eu me emocionei muito aponto de chorar. Tudo o que o Du-sik e a Hye-jin passaram foi bem doloroso, quem diria que perder os pais tão cedo afetaria tanto a mentalidade de um menino, e para acabar de completar, perder o avô, o único parente que restava na vida dele. E a Hye-jin, que viu a mãe doente e cresceu sem um apoio materno, e o seu pai...
O mais lindo desse Dorama, é que eles se encontraram em todas as fases da vida deles, na infância, adolescência e na vida adulta. O Du-sik, mesmo passando por tudo, ainda tinha um sorriso no rosto e ajudava os outros. E o quanto a roteirista se aprofundou na história dos moradores da vila, me emocionei com todos eles. Amei quando o amigo de faculdade da Hye-jin apareceu na vila para gravar o programa, no qual ele era o diretor. Trouxe alegria a toda aquela cidade, e principalmente a Sra. Cam-li. Eu tenho que confessar algo, eu chorei em vários episódios, porquê me tocou muito a história de cada personagem. Mas não posso deixar de falar que eu ri muito também, afinal esse dorama é tão alegre, que se eu não risse um pouco, eu estaria vendo ele de forma errada, vale lembrar que ele foi para os meus favoritos. Então é isso, simplesmente assistam Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, vale muito a pena, você não irá se arrepender.

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Love love love

This show is my life. I love it more than words can express. It made me sob, it made me laugh so hard my stomach hurt. It was everything. And I will absolutely not settle for anything less than a Hong Du Shik for me. The main leads chemistry was fantastic. The side characters were all so love-able. Even the ones you were sure you would despise to the very end, they made you feel sympathetic towards. The ending episode’s pace and execution wasn’t exactly how I would have done it, but it still was happy, so no worries! The second to last episode was the most amazing episode ever though so it’s all good. Literally this show is all good, I love it!

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This will be short and sweet since it took me about a year and three sittings to finish this. I wish I had written this review sooner, but I will keep it sweet and simple.

The reason why this took me so long to finish was that I felt like it went on and on and nothing really happened. But I mean that in a good way. It felt peaceful. It really captured the essence of what I believe it to be like when Yoon Hye Jin moved to a small seaside community, after living in the business of Seoul. We got to get to know the small community as we got to know everyone and their own individual stories. Yes, this was a love story between Yoon Hye Jin and Hong Doo Shik, but the drama was split up almost equally between all the other townspeople, whether it be the friendship between Kim Gam Ri and her two best friends near the end of their lives, Yeo Hwa Jeong getting a second chance at love, and Yu Cho Hui coming back to the town she loved, being around the people she loved, while learning to love and accept herself, when her family didn't. And there are so many more stories to follow... including... a fake kpop boy band, who I wish came out with more songs.

But what I thought was always interesting, was there there was always this hint of darkness in the background. It came and went, but it was masked by the easygoingness of this homey town.

It wasn't until the final few episodes, where coincidentally is right where I stopped watching almost a year ago, that this darkness was exposed. It made me ugly cry watching, as it felt like I was watching a completely different show, but I loved how the writer and director decided to "solve" the final obstacle. I truly felt that I was watching a show about mature people. Even if they do sometimes act like puppy dogs and gossip, when it really mattered, everyone stepped up and somehow knew exactly what to do to comfort one another, even if they couldn't find the words.

And because of that, I wanted to give this drama a high rating.

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Well, I won't write a lot. It was a rom-com that is actually interesting and really funny. It makes you log for a cute country side little town in Korea. Maybe the scenery is a bit idyllic, but they don't romanticize the country life (for example, they don't have a dentist). Also, the romance makes sense and it is well written (also thanks to the amazing chemistry of Shin Min Ah and Kim Seon Ho).

But what I love the most are two things. First, the supporting characters were amazing. They weren't just a comedy relief or fillers, they actually had their own stories and lives to lead. Second, the strong female characters, from Yoon Hye Jin who does everything without thinking about the other's opinion and is ahead of Chief Hong, to Pyo Mi Seon, who is older than Choi Eun Chul and has to teach him about relatioship, to Grandma Gam Ri, to Yeo Hwa Jeong and all the others women of Gongjin, which everyone is a strong indepentant woman and dictates herself her own life. Some are strict, some are sensitive, some are a bit too much, but everyone is strong in her own way and can take care of herself. Also, the series speaks a bit about some social problems which is really positive. To summarize, Gongjin is actually a miniature of our society with everything a reallistic community would have.

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The kind of side drama I want with my stressful dramas

It is a great drama, it had a slow start at first but then it became a cute and beautiful drama waith no nonsense shit out in it just to annoy us.
The characters were nicely portrayed like the acting was A++ for me and something that made me sit through the whole drama. Tbh the main story was a little slow and caught sudden speed in the last few episodes and that just confused me.

The only thing I did not like was that Gamri died for no reason and made me cry again for no reason. This is a cute and wholesome drama it is the kind you watch between your stressful drama side by side just to calm down and laugh a little.

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Perfect romance

I know by the rating it might not seem like it, but this was truly the perfect romance kdrama to me, this is special for me specifically because whenever I watched romance kdramas, i always ended up not caring for the couple after they got together, but Yoon Hye-jin and Hong Du-sik are different for me. I truly was so invested and enjoyed their romance, the actors’ chemistry is literally off the charts!! Since the first scene itself, i was shipping them right away, and when they’re officially dating, they’re the cutest with each other acting like high schoolers making everyone in Gongjin sick lmao. I also loved how the girl is the one to both confess first and propose, Hye-jin is not afraid to show her love and forward-ness at all and that makes her sooo charming. She made me and Du-sik both swoon. <3

Regarding the plot, i have to admit it was too dragged on and boring, some of the side couples were sweet, like the divorced couple but eventually I wasn’t as interested in their lives as much as the main couple haha, the love triangle aspect tho almost ruined this drama for me but I’m glad Hye-jin wasn’t confused or annoying about it and KNEW who she wants, it was refreshing to see! I hate love triangles so I have to bring the rating down because of that sorry! I’m petty!! I also didn’t like it when Du-sik told Hye-jin to “compromise” when she wore revealing clothing while jogging, my guy she shouldn’t compromise! The village elders should get on with the times!

And one thing I really was shocked to see was a Lesbian character! I always got the vibe that Cho Hui was in love with the wife and that’s why she saw his husband as just a brother! I was happy to find out it’s true! I do wish she got her own happy ending but she was truly a great character as well! I loved seeing the friendship between these two women without them being pitted against each other and the countless other amazing wives in the village standing up to their dumb selfish husbands!

All in all, a good watch i will definitely keep rewatching my fav scenes, both the leads are adorable and I’m glad this is the first kdrama couple I truly adore and ship hard! ❤️

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I loved it. It made me laugh, cry, and feel healed all at once. Around episode 13 I got a bit worried about how they would answer all the leftover questions but it was wrapped up well. The plot and character development was probably my favorite thing about this show, they didn't push it too quickly and let it happen naturally unlike some other shows. Also, I liked that they showed both sides of Cheif Hong's backstory equally to allow that balance between the emotions of the characters involved. Lastly, the cast did such a good job at bringing these characters to life that you couldn't help but like them all at least once. Sikhye couple and the people of Gongjin I love you, I'll miss my romantic Sundays <3

edit: my opinions on the show have not changed despite the issue because character ≠ actor (i don't condone or defend his actions though)

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Amazing cast & osts

Yes this is a very light romcom. & as a big fan of romcom its perfect for me. Don't come to me with cliche predictable comments because most romcoms are supposed to be like this. If you don't like these then romcom isn't your cup of tea.

However this drama was a breathe of fresh air to me. It taught me about the importance of society & people around me. Sometimes i envy the neighbourhood du sik & hye jin have. I wish i lived in the same society as them. I wished i had same fun in my neighbourhood. Unfortunately people Around me are way too difficult. Real life is quite hard istg. But overall this drama made me feel really nostalogic. It made me want to go to the Countryside. The lead's chemistry was awesome. The Osts omgg. I loveee the osts. Specially "Romantic sunday". It reminds me of sea. I love seas & beach a lot. Overall a perfect drama for timepass & relieve your stress.

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Homecha-Best drama ever

So it's really true when seonho said homecha is a healing drama, even bts is healing, photoshoot is healing, interview is healing, presscon is healing, script reading is healing, reading reviews from others is healing, everyone is healing and this film has good storyline, well-written, good ensemble cast, powerful acting, and homcha is really one of the best kdrama in 2021. I used to read somewhere that " So yes, Hometown Cha Cha Cha really enveloped me in its world, I cared for all of the characters and their stories. There were times I laughed, times I cried and times I just enjoyed my time with them. Even the second lead was nicely written and it was so refreshing to see everything develop in such a mature and civil way. I also think this was the first time we saw a female lead’s previous boyfriend without him being part of the main story. Progress everyone! We are getting somewhere." Yes, I agree. I love Homecha so much, i love KSH and SMA too because they play their character so well. I hope to see KSH and SMA receive more awards with HomeCha because they deserve it

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A SPECTACULAR drama after a long time

Well, what must I say?

I didn't watch the movie this drama is based on, but I must say... I ABSOLUTLEY LOVED THIS. It had everything. I loved how the writers developed it. They not only included the main couple's stories, but also the others from the neighbours from Gongjin.
At the end of the drama you feel like you're part of it too.

I also loved how the Hyejin's (FL) character developed and grew, and also her reaction to Hong's past (ML). It was so realistic.


And what about the ending??

Well... It couldn't be any sweeter!! ?? I LOVED how everything was put in place. They didn't let any loose strings or plot holes. This ending was just PERFECTION. I mean, THE WHOLE DRAMA IS PURE PERFECTION.

They even took the chance to take care of details. ****SPOILERS AHEAD****

Chief Hong could properly mourn grandma's death, the dual proposal from Hyejin and Chief Hong plus their unique wedding pictures scenes, the 3rd mystery revealed, Director Ji didn't miss his timing with writer Wang, all the peolple watched the premier of the show together and Oh Yoon had his opportunity to make his comeback

Aah! This ending and drama couldn't be more perfect! I will definitely rewatch this in the future. ?% RECOMMENDED! ? Aftee a few years I'd definitely rewatch this drama??? (I don't usually rewatch dramas)

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