this will be your all time best k-drama
this drama was perfect in so many ways. both lead actors were done perfect job. I already miss them. this drama has no boring episode . I will re watch this for sure probably every year:) the Male lead is my fovourite his facial expressions and mimics made this drama this good. So happy that he was chosen for this role. No one could have been played better..Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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Romcom, romcoming right: The Ultimate Kdrama Starter-pack
It has crime and fantasy elements, but just as plot driver, doesn't change the genre much. It so focus on the main couple without too much filler scenes. Some parts have angsty tone (for me, mainly episode 1), but somehow I see them as filler only, so like I said before, not a lot of that. This is the type of drama that 100% will have happy ending. So all the angst doesn't give me stress at all. It just give boost to the romance narrative, like, "I love you more than the life itself."-narrative. The antagonist story is lame, doesn't worth to occupy your mind, just see him as plot driver. His ending is so quick, but suitable to the story. The rest of the plot is just light and fresh romantic story.So yeah, it just... romcom? It's sweet and romantic and funny, cringe sometimes but in good portion. The plot is not super heavy nor boring. Actually, I doesn't have much too say except it's a romcom, romcoming right. Basically, story of two simps that we all love??
The visual is great, the actors acting nicely, the story is well written, good cinematography, good OST, nicely edited. Will written in history as another great drama stared by Kim Hye Yoon and the drama that finally give Byeon Woo Seok good role. Also, another reminder that Kwon Jung Yeol only sing soundtrack for success drama, haha.
It's worth to be included on "The Ultimate Kdrama Starter-pack".
Ps. No hate to the drama, but just want to give a note. If anybody want to get rid your belonging, please throw that to trash bin or recycle bin or whatever proper place according to your country system. These movies and dramas keep throwing things to river or ocean to get rid their mementos. That things would not suddenly disappear, for goodness sake! Just end up as aquatic trash! I've seen some people doing that in real life because fiction making it seems 'romantic' or 'dramatic'. Not cool guys.
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MOST FAVORITE OF THEM ALL
words can’t describe how this kdrama left me after every episode?i was in complete shock?it was like no other dramas. it made me experience the sea of emotions whether it was sad, happy, amazed, angry and etc. i’ve watched quite a lot kdramas but like this one??? NEVER it’s something else really?? also the actors, they were so pretty which made it more exciting, also the music which made me cry EVERY TIME ???? i can’t even realize it ended that quickly ? i wish it would never end, i wish when the next monday comes they will still upload their 17th episode ??? even though i know it will never happen.. goodbye Sol, goodbye Sun Jae ????? it was nice to be with you this 8weeks?? i will never forget any of you ????????Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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the best
The best bangat Lovely Runner ditengah drakor yang berat udah lama drakor tidak ada drama yang ringan dan manis. Intinya bagus untuk di tonton saat healing begini gk buat pikiran tambah berat dengan teori” udah nontonnya kita ikutin alurnya aj,aktingnya byeon woo seok dan kim hye yoon keren habis bisa bawain cerita kayak gini bawa kita sebahgai penonton untuk melihat perjuangan Ryu sun jae dan im sol dimana Ryu sun jae yg selalu ada untuk im sol walaupun dia sakit dan sampai” dibuat lupa ingatan pun masih bisa sesuka itu sama im sol.
Drama ini ngajarin bahwa walaupun otak kita berkata demikian tapi hati pasti tidak bisa berbohong.
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Overall it’s a package of humour, romance, drama. Just loving it.
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heart warming love story
Such a beautiful and heartfelt drama that i havent watched for a long time. I was literally crying in most of the scenes. Usually i skip the last of all dramas because its so boring and all the same and i am impatient. But this drama is making me wait for each every episode patiently. even now i am waiting for the last episode patiently. DEFINETELY RECOMMEND IT.Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
Best chemistry, awesome plot
This is the drama that you must watch. Believe me you will love them since the 1st episode. Cinematography, acting, plot, chemistry, ost... everything are well balance. I never skipped any second of this drama. Even the opening video though.The actors maybe not an A list but they can draw the roles very good. Big standing applause for the staffs who found these gems starring in this drama.
Poor that tvn not really promoting this drama. They must be regret it now huh!
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A Masterpiece of Romance and Fantasy: "Lovely Runner" Review
I started watching this drama because the premise seemed intriguing. Written by the same screenwriter behind "True Beauty" and starring Kim Hye Yoon, whose talent I appreciated in "Extraordinary You," I didn't have high expectations; I anticipated something similar to those other dramas. However, now that I've finished it, I can confidently say that it not only met but far exceeded my expectations in every category, surpassing even my wildest imagination.Story
What truly distinguishes this drama from other romcom, time-slip, and fantasy series is how the story unfolds over its 16 episodes. By weaving together multiple timelines, the narrative offers characters various meet-cutes, challenging situations, delightful montages, and enlightening moments, keeping viewers engaged and intrigued throughout. Unlike other romcoms that introduce a random killer midway, "Lovely Runner’s" entire storyline revolves around the villain's actions affecting the main characters, seamlessly integrating with the plot. Additionally, the writer ensures a balanced mix of elements in each episode, preventing viewers from enduring lengthy stretches of heavy plot centered solely on the killer. The pacing was executed perfectly, ensuring viewers neither felt rushed nor bored. Every scene was given just the right amount of time, culminating in a fully satisfying happy ending in the final two episodes.
Characters
All the characters were well-crafted, with even the majority of the supporting cast being three-dimensional. Unlike many other romcoms, where the comedic burden often falls solely on the actress and a few sidekicks, this drama distributes the humor evenly. Both the male and female leads, as well as the supporting characters, share an equal amount of comedic scenes.
Ryu Seon Jae: Who can resist falling in love with this character? He loves the main lead unconditionally and is willing to sacrifice his life for her time and again. Loyal, brave, and innocent (as his father says, "pure as oxygen"), he embodies all these qualities beautifully.
Im Sol: It's impossible not to cheer for our heroine as she bulldozes through every obstacle to rescue her love. She is loud, sweet, and a force to be reckoned with. Most importantly, she is strong; despite has lived with a disability, she faced a killer without fear, confronting the villain head-on to protect what she loves.
Kim Tae Sung: A second male lead who is not annoying or clingy, but a reliable friend to our main leads. It would be even nicer to know a little bit of his backstory.
Baek In Hyuk: A fantastic sidekick, always ready to deliver the best funny moments.
Acting
Byeon Woo Seok: To be honest, I've only seen him in "Record of Youth," but I fast-forwarded through 70% of that drama. Now, I question why I wasn't aware of this great actor earlier. His performance in this drama was exceptional. He effortlessly transforms from a 19-year-old high schooler to a 34-year-old idol. His expressions were so precise that you could feel the joy, sadness, longing, and countless moments of embarrassment. Additionally, his portrayal of an idol was incredibly believable, and he sang the drama's OSTs beautifully.
Kim Hye Yoon: It's difficult to distinguish Kim Hye Yoon from her character Im Sol because her performance was so convincing. What I love most about Kim Hye Yoon is her natural, sincere, and unpretentious demeanor. When she acts cute, it never comes off as annoying due to her genuine charm. When she portrays sadness, you can't help but want to cry along with her, and since she cried quite often in this drama, it was hard not to reach for the tissue box. When she passionately sings as a kpop fan, she perfectly embodies the fervor of someone you'd find at a concert.
Final thoughts
This exceptional drama sets a new benchmark for all romcoms, time-slip stories, and fantasy genres. The "Lovely Runner" team's outstanding efforts—from the director, screenwriter, and casting director to the editor, sound crew, and actors—deserve high praise. They have truly outdone themselves.
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I should thank you for coming into this world . For making the long journey of time to come to me with that i got chance to ask you to be with me. For that i'm grateful .
- sun jae.
i' loved it.
All of the scene from the first episode until the end is Grandma's POV (point of view). Im Sol is the younger self of Grandma.
Have you ever wonder, why does grandma acting so strange?
1. She's been keeping Sunjae's watch
2. She has dementia (makakalimutin) but she didn't forget everything that happened from the past up to the future.
3. She remembered that Im Sol can't walk kahit pa naka time travel sila that time.
4. On episode 14, she called sunjae as "husband" so it's possible that sunjae is actually her husband when she's younger.
5. Episode 14, she knows that Sol misses Sunjae that's the reason why grandma went to the restaurant owned by Sunjae's father.
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thank you, lovely runner! ❤️?
crying with joy bcs we got what we wanted since the beginning!! IM GONNA MISS SO MUCH! im suffering from so much cuteness this last ep was.. this drama was epic since the start, and change alot of people's perspective, and honestly mine, but i happy that i didn't give up and watched since the first ep!! it was amazing.. gonna miss soooooooo muchalso the cast.. WOW JUST WOOWW
BWS & KHY the chemistry was just like from another world.. you guys nailed it
but seriously what i do now without them??
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Com certeza, um dos kdramas já feitos.
É absurdo o tanto de palavras que eu teria que usar para avaliar o quão bem estruturado foi o roteiro desse drama. Se você olhar para trás, no episódio 1 só parecia ser mais um com roteiro de idol e viagem no tempo, mas já no fim do primeiro episódio é onde você vê todo o potencial da história. Atuação extremamente digna de ambos, OST cativante e o elenco perfeito para compor essa obra! Agora o que resta é uma imensa saudades do Sunjae e Sol. Com certeza irei reassistir no futuro! ?❤️?Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
Heart Warming ♥️
just love it. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️After the Hidden Love C-drama series, this is the best series in K-drama. ???? The cast, their chemistry, the storyline, everything was directed perfectly. ♥️ I'm going to re-watch it.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
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