The Speed Going to You 493km

I absolutely love how different the drama is, not actually predictable and it has the right amount of everything, its funny, inspirational, dramatic, romantic and sweet.

Not going to deny that for a few episodes all the guilt tripping they love so much in korean dramas got to my nerves, but I have gotten used to it by now.

This is One of the few dramas where you can see the love and the relationship of the main couple grow and develop. They have an incredible electrifying chemistry and it feels so real. The way they tease each other and their conversations, it all looks so real.

The side stories are also great with a lot of interesting characters and unique personalities, there's nothing cliché about this show!! Be ready for a lot of funny and silly moments, the relationship of the dads and coaches and all that bickering between them had me laughing so much!

The male lead is one of the most balanced and least toxic characters out there, he is mature and always respectful of whatever the female lead wants to do.

I'm really looking forward to keep seeing dramas like this.

GO WATCH IT RN!! Oh god the chemistry between the two leads is just amazing! And the story focuses on youth and chasing after ur dreams, forgiveness, love and passion, What more could I ask for? The characters are all so well written and i'm interested in everyones backstory. I dont remember skipping even one scene till now! And can we talk about the ml? How can someone be SO CUTE yet sooooo HOT at the same time?! And the FL! Just the right amount of cuteness but she doesnt overdo it and doesnt make me cringe. She's clumsy, cute and pretty but can also become a badass and a stong player when she needs to. Definately recommend! I'm sad the ratings are low. If this was on Netflix, it would've been a HIT! <33.

I have a love-hate relationship with this series. The acting itself is phenomenal; both Park Ju-Hyun and Chae Jong-Hyeop do an excellent job as the main leads and have surprisingly good chemistry. Park Ji-Hyun also does well in portraying a dislikeable Joon-Young.

The subplots and character development do the series justice. Furthermore, the secondary couple Jung-Hwan/Yoo-Min completely steal the show with all their scenes.

My main issue with the series since the very beginning has been the amount of emotional abuse that Tae-Yang is being put through. This is being further exacerbated as most characters take it as normal and nobody steps in (whether this relates to the fictional or true reason behind Tae-Yang's bedminton break). I found this seriously disturbing to the point of making me question the realism that they're trying to portray.

Overall, it's definitely worth a watch but unfortunately I can at most give it 8/10 at a stretch.

Park Ju-hyun plays Park Tae Yang who was a rising star in the Badminton world until she disappeared following a bribery scandal. She returns after a three year absence to a business team and ends up being paired with Park Tae-joon (Chae Jong Hyeop) in a mixed double partnership. Even though events in the past will put pressure on their budding relationship on and off the court their unconditional love and support for each other will hopefully win the day. It is a believable romance between the leads and has an entertaining group of side characters all putting in a good shift. My main issue was with the slow pace and little depth given to the individuals backstories, a little less badminton with more character development would have improved it.

He chemistry between the leads was off the charts. Chae jeong hyeop absolutely killed it - his presence on screen was undeniable, and i couldn't take my eyes off him. The emotional connection between the characters was strong too. It wasn't just about the romance, but how their personal growth and their bond developed over time.

I had so much fun watching this. It's lighthearted, but also had those deep emotional moments that made you feel connected to the characters. A perfect mix of excitement, heart, and chemistry. I was hooked from start to finish! Plus, the sports aspect was a fun backdrop to everything, adding excitement to each episode. You could really feel how much each character cared for their passion and each other. I definitely recommend it if you're looking for a drama with heart, fun, and chemistry.