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Snob yet awesome
Snob, arrogant, obnoxiousThis Demon holds no respect for our endearing Goblin, charming Grim Reaper and nor to evergreen Vampires (He dismisses them as mosquitoes). But his perfect arrogance hits a roadblock named Do Doo Hee in whose hand his cross sign goes away. What follows are a constant rift between a rising business woman and a non nonsense demon who gets entangled in marital bliss even! But is there anything more to that...
Well, the ragged woman whose tethered smile ignites spark about entwined fate, but how they are connected!!!!
The last two episode reflected on a whole new segment. From unfurling connection between D do hee and demon to emotional change of Doo hee witnessing the hell by her own eyes raised many question.
Demon ends up as Do Doo Hee's personal hell, but isn't that true for every human...the personal we love most is the one we loathe most!!!!
The series has been a fun ride. The cute banter between Do Do Hee a nd Demon in the beginning gave the much needed base audience expect in their favorite couple. Song Kang and Yoo Jung is a fresh couple whose both on screen rapport made the show more delightful. Kim Hae Sook as Ms. Ju and Jin Ga Young as Star Jin add the glamour quotient in the fantasy tale. Star Jin's elegant exit outlined a new graph for female second lead. Kang Seong Ho as eccentric Noh Do Gyeong successfully piques interest. Lee Sang -yi is becoming delicious second lead more and more. After playing hard boy in Bloodhound, he is again returning to his soft boy era.
The storyline is not a surprise but the overall presentation made it a fun watch.
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Promising demon-human plot in "My Demon" fails with clichés & slow burn.
"Ugh, 'My Demon' started off with so much promise! A human stuck with a demon? Sign me up for that enemies-to-lovers angst! But let me tell you, this drama went from exciting to frustrating faster than you can say 'supernatural contract.'The characters, who could have been complex and intriguing, were just walking clichés. The demon dude was the brooding bad boy we've seen a million times, and the human girl? Helpless damsel in distress central. I yearned for some depth, some spark between them, but instead got...obligation masquerading as romance. Major let down.
And don't even get me started on the world-building! It felt like they threw in some vague ideas about demon lore and then called it a day. Where was the explanation? The depth? The whole mythology felt like a missed opportunity. It was like the writers dangled a cool backstory over our heads and then yanked it away, leaving us with nothing but questions and a furrowed brow.
To top it all off, the pacing was slower than a sloth on a sugar crash. I kept waiting for the plot to take off, for something exciting to happen, but...nada. Maybe if the story wasn't such a slog and the characters had some personality, But nope, 'My Demon' was a disappointment on all fronts.
It's like they had the recipe for a fantastic fantasy romance, but forgot to add any flavor.
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Do Kyung and his messed up family
Let me preface by saying, I am not trying to justify any of Do Kyung's actions. This is simply an analysis on his character. Yes, he's done bad things and should face the consequences. With that being said, I hate how his mental health is being handled in the drama. Not the way it's written per se but how a few characters handle it.His Dad
Literally all of what Do Kyung is facing right now stemmed from how he was brought up. Having to be perfect at everything and putting on a facade for the cameras. His dad showed NO interest in him beyond his "offerings." An example being: "is he good enough to be my heir?,"is he good enough to commit such a crime?" He has also had to prove himself in his own family and that can cause a person's psyche to become altered and disrupted. His dad to me is also a victim and I'll expound later in Chairwoman Jo's paragraph. Him calling Do Kyung a monster is quite ironic as well. Who could've created such a monster, I wonder? Let me guys know if you ever come up with an answer.
His Mom
She's a victim as well. She's very submissive and lacks agency. Her helplessness and naivety is actually quite scary as this makes her a tool that the father can use at anytime. Her scene in the prison where she visited Do Kyung actually had me tearing up. That was what led me to even start writing this. Just her one statement, "You disobeyed your dad." That just showed how she herself can't do anything without approval from the dad. I don't even think she realizes the damage she's done to the poor child. Her also just moving on with her life after seeing her son breaking down infront of her just goes again to show how disconnected she really is. And even at the funeral, she looked like she had so much to say but she just wasn't able to. Her entire marriage all she's known is serving her husband and being a "good wife" of course nothing else will come before that. Not even her son.
Do Kyung
Do Kyung making such a choice is understandable to say the least. As someone who has struggled with mental health. Such a method has always been seen as the way out. Notice I didn't say easy. Because such a choice is NEVER easy. Poor guy wasn't even being treated while he was locked up in prison. Everyone putting the blame on him for EVERYTHING was so unnecessary and unfair as well. He was a jerk, evil and downright nasty but no one with mental health issues should be placed in such an environment. Especially without proper medication and care.
This is dedicated to the worst character of the show in MY OPINION.
His Doctor
Ohhhhh I was fuming when he called him a psycho. I was so annoyed. Do Kyung was a patient. He was actively seeking help in an environment that ostracized mental health issues. Yes, he may not have been the nicest, or taken his medication all the time but he was still trying. He was doing the best he could in an environment that wouldn't allow for much growth. And for someone who he was supposed to trust and tell his entire life to to say something like that was just downright nasty. No matter if he was a psycho or not. If the doctor had felt that he was a threat, then he should've reported him to the necessary authorities. Disrespecting a patient is never the right thing to do. I was so elated when Do Kyung beat his a** up. Leaped from my chair in joy.
Final Character
Chairwoman Jo
This is kinda hmmm. Like I think everything that we're seeing and all the characters in the Noh family all have their respective issues due to her. In a flashback we could see that she treated Suk Min similarly to how he treated Do Kyung. Talk about generational trauma. Of course Suk Min would've replicated what he was taught. In this specific scene she was talking about sending Suk Min to prison for a crime he had committed because he had gotten away with "too much." This literally shows that she had been sweeping all of his wrongs under the rug as she wanted someone picture perfect to take over her beloved company. Suk Min was never enough for her, similarly to how Do Kyung wasn't enough for him. She didn't care much for them.
I think that she saw an opportunity to right ALL her wrongs through Do Hee. Do Hee to her was a new slate. All the things she did with Suk Min and Su Ahn could've been "erased" by raising Do Hee in a less restrictive way. As she was able to do all this she decided to give Do Hee the company. I think that was very wrong. Of course Suk Min didn't create the company and it isn't "his" looking from it at a more Western perspective. As Chairwoman Jo built it from the ground up however, she had Suk Min training ALL his life with only one thought in mind. Him owning the company and carrying on her legacy. And for her to throw such a curve ball of course he'd be upset and pissed off. This is not me justifying all the rubbish he's done though. I'm just saying I would be very upset if I were in his position. As such, I think Chairwoman Jo is kinda the biggest villain in a sense. Because all these "monsters" were created through her training and teachings. Plus episode 12 ending kinda proved me right in a sense.
So that is that. My little two cents on a few characters and why I think Do Kyung isn't the biggest of villains. Poor kid needed love and that wasn't given to him. Still he was disgusting jerk but he needed love. If he was given that care and Affection maybe he would've been different. If Suk Min, his dad was given more love and care and approval maybe he would've been different as well.
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this kdrama is not overrated!!
Many people say that this drama is overrated but let me tell you, not at all! This drama deserves EVERITHINGIt has a good plot and for my taste it is perfect since it contains the main plot of the romance of the protagonists who are enemies to lovers with touches of comedy and for me what makes it more special is the plot with the mystery about who wants to kill dohee and everything behind that, family dramas and jealousy and who will inherit the company...
And the chemistry between the protagonists!!! I loved every scene between song kang and kim yoojung
In short, I love everything about this drama and I would watch it again and I will continue to love it. And I could say that it has become one of my favorite dramas, entering my top 5
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In the name of darkness, let light prevail
Jan. 20, 2024My Demon is definitely that kdrama to start this year of with. I know that this has been hyped up for a while due to the popularity of the casts. Needless to say, it is definitely worth the hype. It has a good mixture of cliches, vibrant of what a typical fantasy rom-com kdrama.
I know a lot of people are saying how the plot is not really a plot. And I definitely agree with that. This show is very light hearted and fluffy to digest. Even though there are darker themes shown and discussed, it is still easily taken over by the light hearted of the shown. The plot is very basic, and at times it can be predictable. However, no matter what critics might say, I definitely still love and will continue to rewatch this series. I think it has given me a good nostalgia ever if I rewatched it again as My Demon is on par with that season of really good kdrama in the last quarter of 2023 plus the first few months of 2024.
(I am referring to the fact that My Demon, Welcome to Sam dal-ri, Park's Marriage Contract, A good day to be a dog, Castaway, Doona, Vigilante, etc. are around the same time of airing. And this era of kdrama airtime is really that good. I always kept looking forward to them every single week).
As for what kept me hooked into the show, I am for sure that it is due to the execution of the cast rather than the plot. The casts of the series carried the show, especially in the latter part.
It is a happy ending, and I enjoyed the roller coaster ride of emotion My Demon has provided. There might be plot holes but it did not really bother me at all.
Cheers 😏
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estou triste que acabou ?
eu amei cada detalhe desse drama, foi um misto de sentimentos que nem sei como colocar em palavras, só posso dizer que eu amo muito o guwon e a dohee e vou sentir muitas saudades deles.foi incrível acompanhar o desenvolvimento deles ao longo das semanas, não sei o que vou fazer sem eles 😞
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Best Korean Drama In Years.
When I first heard about my demon. I thought to myself that this probably worth to watch since the main leads might be a good pair. And it turns out, they are such a match that I don't want to move on from after watching the drama. 💗The plot includes many genre such as romance to comedy, thriller, action and fantasy which is an interesting thing to see in a kdrama.
I never get bored at all watching this drama.
To be honest for me, this is the best korean drama yet of the century since I've never seen anything like this. It will make you feel attached almost instantly that you want to immediately watch the next episode and binge watch.
BEYOND EVERYTHING.. The chemistry between the main lead actor and actress was shockingly over the top!!. Besides their incredible acting that makes you able to feel their emotions while watching that makes My Demon an absolute tear-jerker and emotional roller coaster which is a sign of a masterpiece, the chemistry between the lead roles and also the supporting actors and actresses makes you want to keep going .
I'm already rewatching some of the episodes and planning to rewatch in the near future or after some time.
The romance genre really suit the show since the sweetness of the relationship between the married couple is over the top.
Last but not least, I've become a fan of Song Kang and Kim Yoo Jung after watching My Demon.
I don't think we will be able to see anything like this pairing in a long time. Their on and off screen chemistry just incredibly good that you will think that this pair is made for each other. Even chemistry of people in real life doesn't seem this good.
Anyway, thank you to all My Demon casts and Producers, Writers and everyone involved in working hard in making My Demon a success. My Demon is definitely a great and iconic drama and it will stay in our hearts for a long time.
Thank you for making such a good show and making our lives happier.
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A simple refreshing drama:)
I loved the cast and story wise everything was balanced. Some people might feel there were a lot of unnecessary scenes or fillers or that it was draggy, but I feel like these scenes were the ones that added depth to the story. It's not conventional for a kdrama hence the unpopularity in Korea. But otherwise the acting was splendid, chemistry was just PERFECT and romance was top notch. This drama lived up to its genre!!!And the past life trope was well played out and I would more appropriate and connecting for this storyline. It was not just like "oh I loved you in the past so I have to love you now" kind of this. There was good flow and reasoning to why it is how it is. This is the first couple in a kdrama that has been intimate throughout the episodes, at least longer than some other dramas. Like bed scenes, sleeping together, having conversations, hugs and small kisses. You dont see this often.
I am definitely going to watch it again^.^
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"We are each other's destroyers, and saviours" - Do Do Hee
This K drama is perfectly done apart from parts of the story which felt like they didn't make sense but that aside I loved this K drama. The music was amazing, Visuals are outstanding as you can see from the poster, The outfits are the best I've seen from any k drama, every scene the male and female lead would have breath taking outfits and styles. The couple era in the k drama was absolutely adorable they gave me butterflies every time I saw them. The emotions were also portrayed so well you could literally feel the same things the characters were feeling as it grasps you into the story. The happy moments had me shouting in enjoyment. Highly recommend you to go check it out if you haven't, you wont regret it.Was this review helpful to you?
THE DRAMA OF THE CENTURY!
Everything about this drama was exceptional. The acting, the story, the music, the production—simply everything. It's sweet yet thrilling, a perfect romantic comedy. It gave me butterflies, had me on the edge of my seat, and even made me sob; not just crying, but full-on sobbing. I would highly recommend this K-drama, especially if you enjoy dramas like "Business Proposal" and those involving fake/contract marriages.And can I just say, Song Kang in this series! We got to see a whole new side of him, showcasing his incredible acting skills. Lastly, I must emphasize the chemistry between the main leads – it's like a chef's kiss. Their love feels so authentic, elevating the series to another level.
GO WATCH IT.
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Netflix drama series is the best drama series in the world.
"My Demon" is a captivating Netflix series that blends elements of romance, fantasy, and comedy. The story revolves around the unlikely relationship between a human and a demon, exploring themes of love, redemption, and the clash of their contrasting worlds.The series features engaging characters, with strong performances that bring emotional depth to their interactions. The chemistry between the leads drives the narrative, offering both humorous and heartfelt moments.
Visually, "My Demon" stands out with its imaginative world-building and special effects, effectively bringing the fantastical elements to life. The storyline is well-paced, balancing lightheartedness with more serious undertones, making it an enjoyable watch for a broad audience.
Overall, "My Demon" appeals to fans of romantic dramas and supernatural stories, providing an entertaining escape with a unique twist on the classic "opposites attract" trope.
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Goblin feels ??
I am a super fan of Kim Yoo Jung I almost watched all of her dramas and movies because she is very good and effective in everything that she does. I am not a super fan of Song Kang after this drama I kinda like him ( I also like him in Sweet Home).I love how the story runs, loved the love-hate relationship at first that turns into you against the world relationship. The Gu Won really loves Do Hee that he will do anything to please her I also loved their backstop or their past life that they are really lovers.
I like that Gu Won really never gets old eventhough he is a beyond ages because he is the demon just like goblin.
They have the same pain that we feel when the guy disappears because of the sacrifice in order for the girl to live.
I super loved this drama, they never lose the touch of romantic comedy. You will loved it as much as I did. Both have a good chemistry together ❤️
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