She Would Never Know: Best K-Drama Series Review 2024

Introduction

In the realm of Korean dramas, “She Would Never Know” has emerged as a captivating series that delves into the intricacies of relationships, professional dynamics, and personal struggles. Premiering on JTBC in January 2021, this drama has gripped the audience with its compelling storyline and nuanced character portrayals. Let’s delve deeper into the world of Korean drama She Would Never Know and explore the elements that make it a standout in the realm of K-dramas.

Plot and Characters

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At the core of “She Would Never Know” lies the tale of the marketing team of a cosmetics brand, where the senior Yoon Song-ah and junior intern Chae Hyun Sung/Seung are entangled in a complex web of emotions and ambitions. The narrative not only focuses on their evolving relationship but also intricately weaves in subplots involving BM Lee Jae-shin, BM Lee Jae-woon, and Lee Hyo-joo, adding layers of depth to the story.

The stellar performances by Won Jin-ah, Rowoon, Lee Hyun-wook, Lee Joo-bin, and Lee Kyu-han breathe life into their respective characters, drawing the audience into their world of aspirations, conflicts, and desires. The chemistry between the leads has been lauded for its authenticity and emotional resonance, allowing viewers to connect on a profound level with the characters’ journeys.

Themes and Insights

Through its exploration of themes such as professional growth, romantic entanglements, and familial bonds, “She Would Never Know” offers poignant insights into the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of navigating the corporate world. The nuanced portrayal of workplace dynamics and personal struggles adds a layer of realism to the drama, resonating with audiences who find echoes of their own experiences in the characters’ dilemmas.

Soundtrack and Cinematography

Accompanying the emotional rollercoaster of “She Would Never Know” is a captivating soundtrack that elevates the viewing experience. Each melody and song in the OST complements the mood and tone of the drama, enhancing the emotional depth of pivotal moments and character interactions. The meticulous attention to detail in cinematography further immerses the audience in the visually stunning world of the cosmetics industry, showcasing the glamour and allure of the setting.

Reception and Impact

Despite airing on a cable channel, “She Would Never Know” has garnered positive reviews and maintained a steady viewership, proving its appeal to a wide audience. The international availability of the series on platforms like iQIYI has further amplified its reach, allowing fans worldwide to engage with the drama and its compelling narrative.

Official Trailer: She Would Never Know | 前辈，那支口红不要涂 | iQIYI

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Conclusion

In the tapestry of Korean dramas, “She Would Never Know” stands out as a gem that shines bright with its blend of intricate storytelling, captivating performances, and emotional depth. Whether you are a seasoned K-drama enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this series offers a rich tapestry of emotions, romance, and drama that is bound to captivate your heart and mind. Dive into the world of “She Would Never Know” and experience the magic of storytelling at its finest.

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Reviews by People

I’ve put this on hold for quite sometime because of my reservation of Won Jin A being the FL (I didn’t liked her chemistry with Wookie in Melting Me Softly) but was impressed with her in Hellbound, so I gave this a chance.
Finished it within a day because it was more than an Okay drama for me. Ro Woon was great here and Won Jin A has better chemistry with Ro Woon than Wookie (so it’s a plus for me).
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The story may be similar to some of the series I’ve watched (Forecasting Weather and Love- the noona, secret office romance with the betrayal of the boyfriend also within the company, the suicidal sister of the CEO who loves the 2nd ML reminded me of My Shy Boss, the in denial husband who has “gay” friend is also similar with My Unfamiliar Family.
Despite of the similarities with different series, I find that it has it’s own charm. The FL didn’t immediately fell in love with the ML and was affected by her break up despite the cheating (it’s more realistic than FLAW). The FL was honest enough about being selfish that she’s not able to reciprocate his love but she doesn’t want him to give up on her. So there was development in their feelings until the FL realizes how much the ML means to her.
I also like how Director Lee chose to find himself in the end. He chose a difficult path to start over again. As for Hyo Joo, I am also relieved that she tried hard to get over her obsession with Director Lee (although there are hints she still likes him) but the fact that three years had passed and she’s alive and also back at
work means she tried her best to overcome her issues.
I also love the character Jae Woon. He may seem shallow at times but he has a very sincere friendship with Director Lee, he loves his sister and innocent, pure love for Ji Seung.
And lastly, I love the Chae family. The siblings have great support for one another even the kid, was matured most of the time (the divorce though showed she’s still a child after all). Although there were no background as to why the siblings’ parents live apart, the siblings grew up pretty well.

I love this drama! To some people it might seem like a typical romantic story.
I think the story is very relatable. It reminds me a lot with my crush at the office. Moreover, Rowoon’s character is just lovely. He set a high standard for men. I mean, his attitude and kindness is so admirable.
The supporting characters are interesting too! I like Hyunseung’s sisters and Songah’s ex boyfriend’s story. I feel like this drama is very potential to be extended to be a medium or long length drama. The supporting characters are all very potential to be developed more. It would be fun like the KBS’s weekend drama.
It’s a light drama, perfect to make yourself relax after a whole hectic working day!

“Slow burning Romance with a sprinkle of melodramatic Misery” I don’t dislike this drama but don’t expect too much from it. It’s not fast paced, there isn’t any real romantic suspense (it’s predictable) or anything different or extraordinary. I am continuing to watch bc I love the FL actress (Won Jin Ah) & I love the actor (Lee Hyun Wook) works. —Likes —
• FL (Won Jin Ah) –> a soft & feminine But strong & graceful womanly presence in her facial expressions, tone of voice & style as an actress & in this drama. Her acting seems natural & flows in a convincing way. She is such a cutie pie.
• ML (Ro Woon) –> gave creepy/stalker vibes at 1st but he is straight forward with his advances towards the FL. His tall height & nice build comes off as a strong & confident protector of the FL. Although, his acting comes off cringy & forced a lot of the times.
• The height differences is so adorable! —Dislikes —
• The script could’ve been stronger to go with the very slow plot/revelations, 3/4 of the way in & didn’t feel like much happened. Secrets/revelations could’ve been found out sooner & there would still be room for more things to evolve & keep us interested.
• A really good OST could’ve even helped this drama that I feel is lacking in other areas.
• At times the leads don’t really flow, maybe a different male lead pairing
• This isn’t a comedy at all, the office employees provide a little but not enough to be given “comedy” label

I’ve read a little bit of the webtoon. I think in the webtoon version, songah is more cute and lively. While in the drama version, she’s colder.
I like this drama though. It has the warm feeling and all. I also like the side story of hyunseung’s sisters love life as well as jaeshin and hyojoo’s. I think the supporting characters are interesting.
I wonder what happen with hyojoo’s parents. I hope they will show it…but it’s already near the end of the drama, so I don’t have a high hope.

“Don’t give up , don’t become distant”
Overall this was a very good drama. It didn’t have a complicated plot nor did it have villains. It had a very realistic ending, although it was a happy ending it showed that everyone’s “happy ending” differs. I recommend watching it, it’s a very light drama and every character has a good point about them but also bad ones, which makes the series more enjoyable.
One of my favorite things a character said was what Hyun Seung said during episode 16, “But now i know I cant always win in love, even when I’ve given it my all.”
Some spoilers about the episodes!!!!!
I started this series expecting nothing, especially since most of the comments were about how creepy Hyun Seung was, but after watching it, I don’t regret picking this series up. Yes at the beginning Huyn Seung was a bit creepy and stalkerish, but let’s be honest how many of us haven’t acted at least a bit stalkerish towards someone we had a crush on.
The way he broke the news to her was very crude, but after understanding her character better, I don’t think she would have believed him if he didn’t physically show her what was happening. He has also had a big character development since in the span of 8 episodes he went from stalkerish to knowing where the boundaries are. It’s really nice seeing Yoon Song Ah slowly starting to fall for him.
Lee Jae Shin is a total jerk despite his past. Yes, he was unfortunate but he decided his own path. His excuse was that t was a plea disguised as an order. but he had a choice. He could have said “no” and he could have lost everything he had but he would have gained his freedom.
His excuse was that he had no choice but I beg to differ, even when you’re given an order there is always a choice, and it’s up to you to decide what you want, and sadly he chooses his poison, which led to him losing Song Ah. It is even more repulsive to think about the fact that he was in a sense playing with both women, and that he planned to hide it from Song Ah.
At first, it thought Lee Hyo Joo was going to be the typical bratty spoiled rich girl, who was going to do everything in her power to destroy Song Ah after she had the tiniest doubt about her relationship with Jae Shin, yet during episode 8 she started to intrigue me.
EP011/12- I completely take back what I said about Hyo Joo, she is not stable. I don’t if she expected Jae Ahin to drop to his knees and love her after she basically forced him to marry her by threatening him with her life. On the other hand, our main couple seems to be going strong. I loved all the small sweet moments.
Also loved how Song Ah’s team members stood by her side and stood up for her when the rumors were going around. I can’t wait for Hyun Sung to meet his soon-to-be brother-in-law. I want to see their reactions since from what I see Hyun Sung doesn’t know his sister is dating lee Jae Woon and Jae Won doesn’t know Hyun Sun is his girlfriend’s brother.
I also like how the ending of almost every episode is a heart-stopper, that leaves you wanting more.
13/14- For me these two episodes were depressing. I hate how they went towards the typical break-up before the ending episodes and then getting back together on the last one. I don’t blame her for picking her dream job over her relationship after all they were both on different emotional levels in the relationship. Hyun Sung is obviously more emotionally invested since he was pinning over her for such a long time. The last scene on episode 14 where they were both on opposite sides and when he saw her he walked away broke my heart.
I think he finally had the time to love himself more and out himself in the first place. It’s obvious that for the next two episodes it’s going to be her trying to get back together with him and they will probably get back together on the last episode if we are lucky they will get back together soon and if we are unlucky it will be typical they get together again on the last 10mn and it ends with a hug or kiss. On the other hand, jaewon and jiseung are so adorable together. I am glad they found each other. I felt so bad for the other sister though.
15/ Ok this episode was not that bad. I like that Jaewoon and Ji seung are getting married. I can tell the second sister and her husband will have us guessing until the end. The second leads seem more mature.
Lee Hyo Joo also seemed like she learned how to draw the line and not depend on wanting a man to love her, seems like they will be back together. The only thing I disliked was again the whole breakup. It doesn’t seem smart to add a breakup 2-3 episodes before the final one, it seems the last episode will just be song ah trying to win Huyn Seung over. And I get this was based on a webtoon but seriously the whole breakup is an overused cliche.
16/ This episode was very nicely wrapped up. I would have wished to see Jaewoon and Ji Seung’s wedding, also I’m glad jae won and Jae Shin kinda fixed their friendship. Jae Shin and Hyo Joo also had a very good ending. Apart from Jae woon and ji seung it was hinted during the last scene that Huyn Seung and song ah were going to get married, again I would have loved to see their wedding and the reaction of their co-workers to them getting back together.
Song Ah mom also had a big character growth, at the beginning we saw how dependent she was but in this episode, we finally saw her being independent and enjoying time with her friends. The second sister broke my heart, but I’m glad her ex-husband finally started to accept himself.