My demon
Contrary to its dismal internal rating, which hovered below 5%, My demon it became a hit across Asia. The drama captivated audiences with the stunning visuals of the lead couple, Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang.
Despite its regional popularity, the show struggled in Korea, with the final episode achieving a domestic rating of just 3.5%. This was a disappointing result for a primetime weekend drama on SBS. The lackluster performance was attributed to its prolonged and predictable plot. Additionally, the lead couple’s acting received criticism; Kim Yoo Jung appeared overly tense in her portrayal of an elegant heiress, while Song Kang’s stiff performance further disappointed viewers.
The ending offered a happy ending with Jung Gu Won and Do Do Hee reuniting. However, the resolution was criticized for being incomplete and even harsh towards the characters. It mirrored the end of Goblinswhere Gu Won resumes his immortal life as a demon, while Do Hee, as a mortal, must face the inevitability of death. This setup implied that Gu Won would eventually experience the pain of losing his loved one again, leaving viewers dissatisfied.
Chicken nugget
Unlike My demonKim Yoo Jung had a supporting role Chicken nugget. His character created chaos and added complexity to the plot. Initially praised for its bizarre plot, in which Choi Min Ah (played by Kim Yoo Jung) is accidentally transformed into a chicken nugget by her father’s mysterious machine, the drama took a bizarre turn.
The series has faced backlash, especially from Arab viewers, for disrespectful portrayals of cultural elements. The finale, involving time travel, failed to resolve any key plots and lacked coherence. The overall message of the play was ambiguous, if not completely meaningless.
Dear Hyeri
Dear Hyeri it was a missed opportunity for Shin Hye Sun, a beloved actress known for her strong performances. The drama began as a healing story about a girl with dissociative identity disorder. However, the script gradually transformed the protagonist into a superficial character, who irresponsibly juggles romantic interests.
Critics criticized the male protagonist’s toxic behavior and the unrealistic way in which the female protagonist forgave him. Meanwhile, the second protagonist, who supported him, suffered unfair treatment despite his innocence. The controversial ending featured a romantic scene in a cane field, which had previously been the site of a disappearance case involving the female protagonist’s sister. This insensitivity sparked outrage among viewers.
Sweet home 3
Like the third episode of Sweet home series, this drama exemplified a franchise that overstayed its welcome. While the first season adhered closely to the source material and was celebrated, the third season suffered from lackluster storytelling and weak story arcs.
The hasty conclusion of the drama and the gratuitous sacrifices of the supporting characters were widely criticized. The writing lacked the emotional resonance of the original, leaving fans disappointed.
Queen of tears
Despite its stellar cast, with Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, Queen of tears it fell short of expectations. Written by Park Ji Eun, the mind behind it strikes as My love from the starthe drama initially generated enormous enthusiasm but faltered due to its overly prolonged narrative and implausible plot devices.
While the ending featured a “happy ending,” it felt unconvincing and disconnected from previous character development. One particularly jarring scene featured Baek Hyun Woo visiting his wife’s grave as an old man before reuniting with her in the afterlife. This unnecessary addition detracted from the intended emotional impact, leaving audiences unsettled.
Something in the rain
From the first episodes, Something in the rain draws audiences in with its gripping ‘noona’ love story and a charming cast led by For Ye Jin AND Jung Hae In. Originally a “slice of life” series, but later, Something in the rain wastes too much time on dramatic and tragic details of the love story, not to mention the complicated stories of the supporting cast. As a result, regardless of the sizzling chemistry between For Ye Jin AND Jung Hae Inthe drama fails to keep the audience hooked until the final episode.
Penthouse
Without a cast full of A-list performers, Penthouse However, it became a huge hit across Asia through three epic seasons with a gripping elite-focused storyline. Despite being one of the most popular dramas in 2021, Penthouse towards the end he still faced fierce controversy over the “downgraded” script. Evaluations and the impact of Penthouse saw a gradual decline after 3 seasons. This is due to the fact that Penthouse characters constantly killed and then revived, exaggerating various details without focusing on the logical flow of the drama.
Itaewon class
Itaewon class ranks 6th on the list of highest-rated Korean cable dramas of all time with 11.8% after 16 episodes. Although Itaewon Class debuted well due to its exciting plot about revenge and startup journey of Sae Ro Yi Park (Seo Joon Park), the drama was later criticized by many viewers as it ended on a bad note, as the plot and the characters’ love line worsened and became embarrassing.
Cheese In The Trap
One of the most regrettable Korean dramas in recent years is Cheese In The Trap. Cheese In The Trap has attracted audiences since its debut, thanks to the webtoon’s large fan base. I thought it would bring a new perspective to the melodrama genre, but as the story progresses, the content of the film becomes more and more out of sync with the original. Even the male protagonist Park Hae Jingets less screen time than Seo Kang Joonthe piano.
The legend of blue
The legend of blue has two famous actors, Lee Min Ho AND Jeon Ji Hyun. However, for a long time, the success or failure of Korean dramas was not determined by the reputation of the lead actor. The audience had high expectations for the strange love story between a mermaid and a con man in the first episodes of the drama. However, as the drama progresses, The legend of the blue sea it becomes more and more boring.
