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Ramyun Anyone?

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Written by On December 2, 2011

I have three biases when it comes to K-dramas. In no particular order: Kim Hyun-joong, Daniel Henney, and I can now add Lee Ki-woo. Obviously all of these men have one very apparent thing in common. They are flower boys/men. I know that two-thirds aren’t the best actors, but boy do they look good doing it. Like almost unbelievably too good. And I know that by admitting this I am showing my shallow side, but I can’t help it. I had an instance when I saw Hyun-joong and Henney for the first time and had to catch my breath for a second. It was no different this time around for Lee Ki-woo.

I don’t know what comes over me, but when I see something or someone that’s too good to keep a secret I end up telling my sister about it. Of course since she’s not into K-pop or K-dramas like I am, she always rolls her eyes and ends up shooing me away or just walking off once she gets wind of it. But I didn’t back down this time and insisted that she see what I was talking about. So when she got up to leave I proceeded to sit on her. I told her I wouldn’t get up until she saw what I wanted her to see and I was satisfied. So, I played the scene when Lee Ki-woo’s character Choi Kang-hyuk walks into the convenience store and proceeds to buy a drink. I didn’t expect much. Just a mandatory sit down followed by a routine roll of the eyes. But it never came. She didn’t even struggle with me. She just continued to watch and I think I might have seen a slight head bobble in acknowledgement. Yes, progress!

Ever since the ending of City Hunter I haven’t really got into any K-drama’s full force, but I found out about Flower Boy Ramyun Shop about two weeks ago and I can say I’m thoroughly enjoying it.  I love everything from the sensible but airheaded Choi Kang-hyuk to the bad boy/whiny softy that is Kim Ba-wool. I’m glad I found it late because I got to marathon the first few episodes, but not anymore… The story line isn’t incredibly dynamic like Bad Guy or 49 Days, but there’s too much eye candy to ignore. I am usually keen on keeping my composure, but this drama has got me fangirling all over again. It’s pretty sad.

I’m like a kid in a candy store drooling mouth open and all. It’s like look-a-like central on there. Lee Chung-ah looks a bit like 2NE1’s Sandara Park, Park Min-woo perhaps a taller Jay Park, and Lee Ki-woo an older Nichkhun?  I don’t know. The verdict is still out on that last one. Maybe it’s just me.  And Jung Il Woo… doesn’t really look like anyone, but I just love saying “scheduler” in a Korean accent.

Note: At the end of episode 9 when Kang-hyuk picks up Eun-bi… My, oh my!

Anyway, I will patiently wait for the rest of the season to air. What are your thoughts on the drama?

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  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_5JWLOENJVT24KU7ZTJZH3XOOXM Alexandra

    I have been fan girling over this drama as well, and I loved Lee Ki-woo topless moment
    the drama is very light hearted and fun watch and the actors are all pretty good
    one of my favorite dramas of this year

  • Issy

    I’m not at all ashamed to admit to loving this series.  I initially only watched it because I liked Jung Il Woo so much in 49 Days, but I like the silly lightness of this drama a lot.  I’ve been anxiously waiting for each episode to pop up every week.  While I agree that Lee Ki Woo is “pretty/flower boy” personified, I’m rooting for Cha Chi Soo, mostly because he cracks me up and well, EPISODE 10′s ending. 

  • http://twitter.com/xsnmae tin gotera

    Lee Ki Woo is the real deal in this drama. Although I initially watched this because I adore Jung Il Woo, Cha Chi Soo’s character is so cliche. Same with Eun Bi, stupid clueless girl. Nevertheless, I’m still loving this drama. Also at first, I got interested in this drama because of the noona-dongsaeng relationship. But Kang Hyuk is too hard to ignore therefore I’m now preparing myself for a heartbreak in the end. TT I so want Eun Bi to choose Kang Hyuk!!!

  • Boo

    Oooh. Is this drama any good? I’m kinda interested. :)

    • Renie

      It’s a good drama to occupy time. The storyline isn’t anything intricate but like a lot of people have said, it’s light hearted and fun to watch. You’ll enjoy it if you like romantic comedies.

  • Chelz

    I love this drama. Like you no drama since City Hunter has got me excited. I love the dorkiness of the drama. I’ve been looking for a good romcon to watch. This drama’s got me giggling like crazy. It’s embarrassing. Even though the Scheduler doesn’t know what he’s experiencing I can’t help, but feel sorry for him. It must be because of him losing his mother that he’s so lost. Anyway, I love that his role is extreme.

    Lee ki-woo is too HOT! Pole you complete me. Hahaha

    Scheduler (Korean accent)! I love saying it, too.

  • http://www.twitter.com/veiledheart VeiledHeart

    This drama is my drug at the moment. I can’t wait to watch the next episodes. I haven’t been into a drama this hard since Kim Sam Soon. Everything about it has just got me hooked. I can’t even explain it.

  • Anonymous

    This drama is my crack lately.  I am not going to lie, I initially watched this because Jung Il Woo has acting range like a mofo and this is his first main lead role (he was technically the 2nd lead in 49 days).  I have stuck around because of the acting, while the story isn’t really original and there are definitely moments where its hard to believe these guys are as dumb and unaware as they are,  the actors completely sell the story.  Had less capable actors played these roles the story could of come off as much more silly and fluffy but each of the leads’ ability to balance the dramatic and comedic is what gives this drama a lot of heart and keeps me watching.  Also even if the story is somewhat unrealistic and lacks a really set plot, the writing is still really good and they ard they add enough things to keep the story from feeling like its dragging even if there is so very little plot present. 

    Plus all the eye candy was a major bonus.  I knew of Lee Ki Woo prior to this but had not seen his work and man do I want to watch his previous shows now. This guy is pretty hot (thank you drama gods for the requisite post-army half naked scenes) add the fact that he plays a doofus and I am sold. 

    Also even though I know the Eun Bi / Chi Soo ship is sailing I really wish she was with Kang Hyuk.

    • http://twitter.com/kekerri Kelly T

      FBRS isn’t Jung Il Woo’s first main lead role. He was the lead in The Return of Iljimae. Haven’t watched the drama, but I hear he acted quite impressively in it.

      • Anonymous

        Oh yeah, I forgot about that since I still haven’t had the time to watch that drama. Thanks for reminding me!

    • http://evacuatewithstyle.org/blog Amy

      Yeah, Jung was first lead in Return of Iljimae. I couldn’t really finish that drama, but not because of Jung, mostly because of genre. You should check it out though, Jung is amazing in that in what I did see.

      • Anonymous

        I forgot about Return of Iljimae when I wrote that comment, I always forget he was the lead in it since I haven’t seen it.  Once I have some free time I should really check it out.  Like you, I am not that big fan of the genre so its rare that I watch sageuk dramas. 

  • LeftySass81

    My sister and I have been saying “scheduler” in a Korean accent since we watched 49 Days this past summer. Glad to know we aren’t the only ones LOL!

    Love this show!

    I have gotten a few friends hooked on K-dramas because of 49 Days, City Hunter, Princess’s Man, and now FBRS.

  • http://twitter.com/doramachan Mara

    Lee Ki Woo is smoking hot. 

  • Anonymous

    its nothing new plot-wise, its still a fun drama to watch. lee ki woo is totally hot. he is amazing. I would totally want a guy like his character in my life lol.

  • Alice20

    Right now I think Cha Chi Soo is cute and his growin up is Interesting for the story, but be really is not responsible or mature enough to deserve ANY character’s heart or trust. He still has a long way to go…

  • Alice20

    Right now I think Cha Chi Soo is cute and his growin up is Interesting for the story, but be really is not responsible or mature enough to deserve ANY character’s heart or trust. He still has a long way to go…

  • http://twitter.com/Saara2011 Saara

    Omg, I completely agree- he’s sooo cute, and is probably the most original character. Lol, love the fact that he’ll fall asleep everywhere. In ep 10 Cha Chi Soo finds the perfect song for him- I LMFAO when I was watching it :D

    I really hope Eun Bi gets together with him, even though I know it wouldn’t happen because of Cha Chi Soo and the ‘bells’ :(

  • Anonymous

    I KNOW RIGHTTTT. When he picks her up, it’s just ><!!!