Destinado a Amarte (2014)

When I watched the first episode, I knew that I was going into another Cinderella syndrome drama. Also, I had not watched the original Taiwanese version. After the early episodes I was sure it was just another Cinderella story, but a very well executed one. I have watched tons of drama, which sometimes I did not complete since sometimes it was boring, the casts had no chemistry and maybe I was too busy. But this drama was a winner over my time and attention.

The casts in this drama are perfect, even the minor supporting roles. I will not give away any spoiler, but even the minor role like the lawyer, even comical was pleasant additional to the drama. The greatest cast was the main male lead, whom I had not watched before. He could really bring smile, laughter and tears. Such a great actor. This show is shining because of him, and of course the female main lead, whom I had not watched also.

The plot to the end of the drama was anti-climax, but still it is a very enjoyable show and maybe the best I have seen in 2014. Way much better compared to the popular Love from Stars which was sometimes boring, even when it had the super sassy girl.

And the OST, it made me searched the title of the song and singer. It was such a great song performed very well.

Conclusion: A must watch.

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Let me be honest, I started this drama because I was totally bored and couldn't decide what to watch! But it turned out to be one of the most pleasant surprises I've had while watching kdramas.

The first episode almost made me give up on this, but from the second onwards I was completely hooked! The characters were funny, adorable, and somewhat relatable and the story was super sweet as well. The 2 days I spent watching this drama went by as quickly as a couple of hours because of how entertaining and captivating this story is. I found myself laughing, crying, swooning, it was a complete rollercoaster of emotions and it is TOTALLY worth the hype.

To anyone who's looking for an easy watch, something that will make you experience sadness and happiness at the same time, this is a must. The ML slowly but surely falling for the FL and his jerk but secretly protective attitude towards her were one of my favorite things here. Daniel and his gentle personality were also an amazing part of this.

The only thing I found truly irritating as the episodes went on was the ML's laugh, the more I heard it, the more it got on my nerves, but I was happy to at least hear the motive for this on the last episode.

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This is a really, really lovely drama.

The story is classic and cute. A simple poor girl meets a Rich man, and the poor girl gets pregnant and they have to get married. It's a bit cliche, but it's played out really well. The actors have amazing chemistry, and if you can get passed the... eccentric personality of Gun in the first few episodes, you'll love this drama, (and you'll smile every time you hear that laugh).

The music in the drama is also really good, I enjoy listening to the main songs outside of just when I'm watching the show.

Overall, I think this is a really good drama. Drama it definitely is, in the middle, it's full of angst but has an overall happy ending that makes it all worth it in the end. If you like romance and enjoy comedy and drama (Who doesn't?) You'll enjoy this.

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Honest review

Okay to who ever thats reading this im not the type of person to sugercoat things

Positives:
- i actually LOVED the OST well like one song and it's on my spotify playlist
- the acting was really good
- the story line was interesting because i have never watched a drama with that type of storyline before

Negatives (a tiny bit of a spoiler is necessary for context):
- the female lead gets into an accident while like 2 months pregnant so her life and the babies is at stake - her husband had to pick ONE person to save and this woman was saying pick the baby. Right there i actually wondered if this woman had ANY form of common sense. There is a extremely slim ass chance that the child is going to survive ur not even half way into ur pregnancy so it hasnt developed properly. This might be harsh to somepeople but thats the dumbest shit i know that child (no offence) would not survive but u can give birth to many more if ur alive. So long story short her husband choose her and then the mf woman starts getting so mad for a baby that cannot survive regardless.
- the husband even though he was a dick in the beginning started to sincerely love her and had to make a choice between his wife and his child. He always put up this act that he was strong so that his wife could lean on him while balling his eyes out in their babies room. Just like many k dramas misunderstandings occur and the wife didnt even bother asking or shit but jumps straight into getting a divorce.
- one thing i hate the most is excessive pride and thats what the female lead has to the point where it's disgusting. She doesnt want to admit that she was wrong while her ex husband has already admitted it. At this point i just wanted him to move on and find a better woman cause she just continued to get annoying af.

To conclude, this drama is so stressful, i hate the female lead and therefore i could never in a million years rewatch this but each to their own

Thanks for coming to my TedTalk

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Fated To Love You is good enough

Fated To Love You was simultaneously funny, touching, and sad. In particular, Jang Hyuk, the ML really delved deep into the psyche of a manic, overbearing, yet loving CEO while, Jang Nara, the FL, tried her best with the pathetic heroine who despite being such a limp noodle managed to capture the attention of two very handsome, very rich men. Lolololol... who writes these things and when will they learn that not every series needs a love triangle?

(Fated To Love You was simultaneously funny, touching, and sad. In particular, Jang Hyuk, the ML really delved deep into the psyche of a manic, overbearing, yet loving CEO while, Jang Nara, the FL, tried her best with the pathetic heroine who despite being such a limp noodle managed to capture the attention of two very handsome, very rich men. Lolololol... who writes these things and when will they learn that not every series needs a love triangle?)

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I loved this so much its very refreshing, but frustrating at the same time, because of the main characters that you are rooting with every episode for the girl to stop being a push over and too nice, and the guy stop being such a asshole. But this the story is so good, because they both are thrown into something with no love and to see this build and then change. I like the way the story keeps on growing on you per episode, with very sad things, misunderstandings, happiness and comedic relief when its needed for the drama to have a perfect balance. One thing I wasn't expecting were the twist they made after halfway through the series that just refresh the story and revive it again in a new light, I would truly recommend this for any who loves romantic dramas.

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Hamo hamo

I truly enjoyed watching this emotional roller coaster of a show! It was so much fun, but filled with the right amount of heartache that pulled me in. I was laughing, sobbing and waiting in anticipation for the next scene. The writers know when to bring on a comedic moment and when to tug at one's heartstrings - everything was just perfectly timed!

There's nothing original about the plot - CEO rich guy meets weak girl of a lower pedigree but end up falling for each other despite the circumstances. However, the story was very well-written and nicely produced. Unlike many other k-dramas in which the characters' illogical or unbelievably immature behavior make me roll my eyes and yell in frustration, I found myself being able to relate to the characters and why they acted the way they did. Even when I was raging at Lee Gun's obstinacy and his noble idiocy, I could follow his reasoning. Even the "villain or obstacle-creator", Se-Ra's actions could be justified.

The entire cast really delivered and had great rapport with each other. I like that there was a purpose for each character and the show did not resort to having irrelevant characters for filler or useless sub plots.

Jang Hyuk as Lee Gun showed that he had a wide acting range. It's my first time seeing him flex his acting muscles and I was totally blown away! I am now a fan and cannot wait to see his other works. As Gun, he transitioned so smoothly between intensely heartbreaking moments to insanely funny ones and like one reviewer said, he used laughter many times to show his pain. To be honest, I was never able to adjust to his laugh in the show - it was just too weird for me. However, that did not detract from his overall quality acting. I did enjoy watching the evolution of his hair - it seemed like the stylist had a fun time deciding what style he should take on for every episode. My favourite styles were during later episodes - the changes made a difference. I already found him attractive from the beginning but he looked really hot after one main change. I wish I discovered him earlier!

Jang Na Ra as Kim Mi Young was perfect. She was one of the very few meek female leads that did not irritate me. Even though Mi Young came across as being a doormat at the beginning, Jang Ra Na managed to evoke a sincerity so evident, that her weakness was actually a strength. She was such an earnest, generous, kind and lovely character that I, like Lee Gun and everyone else around her, fell in love with her. The two leads had great chemistry and I loved watching their interactions.

I experienced the Second Lead Syndrome strongly in this drama, and while I was rooting for Lee Gun, I so much wanted Daniel to be happy. Daniel was the perfect cool Adonis - the scenes with his proposal and the way he showed Mi Young that he was letting go of his feelings for her - so creative and touching! I can totally picture Mi Young and him together, creating the 'real' family that he wants. Let's just say I was 60% team Gun, 40% team Daniel. Choi Jin Hyuk is also another tall drink of manliness. I want to see him get the girl so his show "Devilish Joy" is on my watch list. I also added "Tunnel to that list.

Music-wise, to whomever who selected the tracks - GREAT JOB! Each piece fit the mood perfectly and the timing of when the music comes in, also nicely done.

Overall, I am so glad that I did not skip this drama just because it was not a newer release. The ending was so, so satisfying and I would re-watch the show for sure, even the scenes that made me an emotional mess.

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I'll start this review by saying that Jang Hyuk is the best.
His acting is SO good (and so funny and over the top), that you can't help but fall in love with his character.

That being said, here's my review:

This drama has it all. The first part is so funny, with many happy, romantic and comical moments when the two protagonist met and the love triangles are set (yes, it's pretty standard material and full of cliches). But then something happens, and all of a sudden you're crying your eyes out.
I'm not saying it's wrong, I'm just warning those of you who (just like me) where looking only for something light and funny to watch.
I felt that the writers had to do a 20 episode story, but with material for only 15 or 16 episodes, so there's a point in the story where you want to kill the characters and their stupid (stupid) decisions...
But, everything is compensated by the acting (and the ending is also a nice reward).
Jang Hyuk as a (weird) CEO is fantastic. I love how the character develops throughout the series.
But he's not the only one, Jang Na Ra is a (very) weak heroine, and the cliche of a poor girl that slowly grows episode by episode.
(I'm sorry for the vagueness but I don't want to spoil anything)
And the support actors are all superb; from Jang Na Ra's protective mother, to Jang Hyuk's hilarious assistant; everybody does a great job.

In short: lots of feelings, good OST and a cliche story that goes on for a little more than I'd liked; but more than great acting makes me tell you that you should give Lee Gun & Kim Mi Yeong a chance ;)

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