Something About 1 Percent (2016)

Predictable arranged situation but still good

8.5 out of 10 is my rating. This is a 2016 South Korean TV Series with 16, 45 minute, episodes. It is also known as "One Percent of Anything". The male lead, Lee Jae-in (Ha Seok-jin) has to get married in order to inherit his family fortune. Kim Da-hyun (Jeon So-min) is an elementary school teacher who agrees to a six month, pretend marriage, with Jae-in to help him secure his inheretance. Will they forget they are pretending?
Spoiler 🚨 I really liked this it was just a very solid if a bit predictable romance. I like the male lead a lot and think he’s a very talented actor. I had seen him in another drama called “House Helper” and I was very impressed with his acting ability. I have not seen the female lead in anything that I know of but I thought she played the role very well. I like the way both characters evolved and how you could see them being a good couple. There was not a lot of surprise to this nor very much side story which is the only thing that has me rating it down a bit. But I would still highly recommend it and will be looking for other dramas with either of these two in them.

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Simple feel good drama. I liked how the story is not that complicated. It's simple yet endearing.

One good smooth Kdrama with no overly dramatic scenes. It won't stress you out and it will make you jealous of their love story. Good for binge watching. Felt bad that I only watched it now. It's been on my list for a long time now.

I enjoyed it from the first episode until the last. If you want a break from those overly dramatic dramas, you need to watch this.

The plot is not extraordinary but it is entertaining. The ML and FL started their story from hating each other to gradually falling in love. Both did not expect to fall for each other yet can't help but fall for each other's charm. I also like that it just focuses on their love story. Although of course there are some scenes about business and other supporting roles but it's not dragging. You won't get bored watching.

Characters are so loveable too.
The FL and ML are Angel and Devil. Hehe. FL is so sweet and nice. At first I thought the ML's grandpa is just using her and I felt bad for her. But I was wrong. The Grandpa is so cute. He really likes the FL since their first encounter. The ML seems to have a bad attitude but he really is sweet and nice. A 'tsundere' as what they called in Anime. ML's adoptive Mom is not the typical chaebol Mom. I think she just really wants her son to be happy and successful. At least she didn't throw money to the FL. I also like FL's best friend, she's so protective of her. Love their friendship.

Try watching it. Although it's not the best drama out there. But it is one of those dramas that will nake you feel loved. And it will make you smile.

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Great Drama!

Wow, this drama really surprised me. Not going to lie - I would have just watched this as something to fill in-between watching other dramas.... I'm going to admit - I now watched this one fully three times.

The actors were superb, the story had surprising twists, and the kissing... well - it was nice. This drama had just the perfect amount of everything in it. The main actress was just so calm and mature in her role so, so well done. Thank you! None of that screaming when they see a man in bed. Her mature shyness was so well done, the main lead - was such a cool, composed man - who played his role well as a third generation rich kid - but not over the top either. He showed such growth in the drama - again, not over the top. (A lot of drama have the characters do a 360 in their personalities - in real life this simply does not happen) Love how she would give him a stamp for his good behaviour - and how he would miss that stamp at some point during the drama.

The second leads had interesting stories as well - they didn't pull from the main story - but was there to support the main characters and their story line - which I find in some dramas' the second leads stories pull away and become at times more interesting then the main story.

The story is simple - woman saves rich old man - and rich old man wants to repay her kindness and teach his grandson how to be compassionate. I loved how the main actress was a simple school teacher - with no ulterior motives - she just wants to find a kind/good man to marry. The main actor was a hardworking, self disciplined, a bit spoiled rich kid.

16 episodes was just perfect, the pace was nice - a must watch. I don't know why this drama is not higher rated

(If there is only one thing that really irritates me (as a western viewer) is why do they always wear their clothes to bed - I know there is a lot of censorship in these dramas - but you can wear pajamas's. )

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DESTINED LOVE <3

BEFORE YOU CONTINUE READING THIS REVIEW, IT DOES CONTAIN A LOT OF SPOILERS.

Story -
I enjoyed the storyline but i do think that at the start of the drama, the first 3 episodes contain a lot of fighting between the couple which annoyed me. They did have a lot of kids scenes though which were amazing & their chemistry together was on point. Overall I loved it.

Acting/cast -
I think they acting was very spot on & the cast were well chosen. I have no complaints there & I do believe that the ML is very hot. Though in the kdrama , he is seen as controlling at the start but as you continue watching it , he becomes a soft & loving man.

Music -
I don’t understand the music well considering I’m not Korean nor understand the language but I do think it had an amazing choice of songs.

Rewatch -
Personally I wouldn’t watch this again but maybe you might.

My likes & dislikes

LIKES -
they had a great bond
The story was great & so was everything else
He was very hardworking & so was she

DISLIKES -
I feel like towards the end ( mainly the last episode) it was a bit rushed & they didn’t show the wedding which was annoying
They broke up which I don’t like
& that’s it

SPOLIERS -
They end up getting married & getting pregnant at the end
The cousin & her bestfriend end up dating
Yes they do break up around episode 14 but they get back together
Yes it’s a happy ending
Yes the grandpa does tell them what she did to make him want her to marry the grandson
Yes she does get saved from the “ kidnapping “
Yes the other supporting actors that want to leads don’t get their way

WOULD I RECOMMEND ?
honestly yes but you may skip some episodes

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So, first of all... I've always wanted to watch this drama every time it pops up on VIkI. But..I just don't feel like watching it ..eh IDKK. like I wasn't really expecting Somin to act even tho she acted first before being part of Running Man..but I'm shooked. She's soo good in acting but when she acts, like fake acts like if you were chosen to be the XMEn, she can't do it. She can but not really. But that's what makes it funny ykow. But...I began to feel thrilled because of Running mAN Episode 447. It was SomIN'S special episode because it was her bday. And.. the guests are her past lead-male actors and ..the guy "HA SEOK JIN" attracted me. LIKE. OMGOD. If you watch that ep..you'll feel what I feel. LOL. I know Kim Ji Suk cuz of another drama but since I've seen him b4 im meh.. he cutie tho but IT WAS MY FIRST TIME seeing Seok JIN. And that's where I began to watch this drama on 10/20/19 LMAo so descriptive.
Now for the drama..XD, IT WAS AMAZING. that's all I can say. I like the encountered and the reason why she was chosen. I like how jAE in was an arrogant btch and turn into ykow sweet, other side personality. It may be the average/normal Korean drama trill but for me...I like how the story flows, the song, how they met and other backstories that other drama does not have. The Kiss scene HIT me HARD. like...DAMNNN.. He knows what he's doing.
DUring the RM Ep... Somin said " Me and Seok Jin kissed 1 per ep.." And that made me want to start watching it. I really love the kiss scene.. it turns me on. LMAO. jkjk. OKAY IM DONE. XD
10/26/19 12:43AM
LOVE LOVE. DAEBAK <3 <3

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If you're looking for a cute, fluffy drama that differs from the stereotypical, surface level dramas out, then this drama is the one for you. This drama kept me at the edge of my seat alongside a racing heartbeat that sped with every sweet and memorable moment shared between the characters. Though the storyline may be a norm in the Kdrama world (rich stubborn man and poor strong-headed girl) the writers portrayed it in such a refreshing and engaging way. Name another drama where you see a grown man reject the social norm that men don't cry and bawl his eyes over the frustrations that come with loving another being? This one is a good one, in all ways ;) Give it a try!

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A good drama to pass your time

After finishing "Find me in your memory" (one of the best dramas, i have ever seen) i needed to see something light and "Something about 1%" is exactly that.

A typical romantic drama, that's all. Don't expect the slow-burn romance, plot twists, action, a deep story or something else like that.

The truth is that sometimes, i found myself getting bored but the final episodes and the chemistry of the 2 leads (which i have to admit that is very good) , manage to get my attention.

At the end of the day, it was a good drama to pass your time or to relax, after an intense drama, like i did.

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Lead Chemistry made me convinced they were dating / had feelings in real life.

Plot: Contract dating story. I am a sucker for those.
Watch it if you’re in the mood for: A light hearted, low angst love story which convinces you that the leads are actually in love. Sizzling chemistry of the leads in kisses and in interactions. Far-fetched concept of “Contract Dating” but they sold it as realistically as it can be. The Male Lead (ML, Ha Seok-Jin) has traditional masculine traits (aggressive, dominating, protective and take charge) and the Female Lead (FL, Jeon So-Min) has traditional feminine traits (nurturing, understanding & submissive). Such pairings are getting rarer in dramaland due to “wokeness” so it was refreshing to watch. They were well done too. ML was considerate and FL did have a spine.
Why I liked it:
* CHEMISTRY: The leads have crazy chemistry, I was convinced they were dating in real life. It’s not just the hot kisses (though they were HOT), the chemistry is in little details on how the leads react to each other through their body language. I read a reviewer say that it seemed like this series cast an actual pair dating and I agree.The way they lean into each other, caressing the hair, holding hands etc. The way the ML cared for her after she was recovered from the kidnapping, whoa! I got goosebumps. However, the credit goes to the FL for making their kisses so magical. Most of K-drama actresses kiss like dead fish pressing their lips. Poor MLs do all the work and plenty of MLs kiss well. However, here the FL was an active participant so magic on screen :)
The ML’s breathing has been audibly captured a lot: He breathes deeply / sighs in a lot of interactions which gave me flutters :) The breathing sounds were very strategically placed. His deep voice also did things to my heart. I became a fan of Ha Seok-jin after this show (do more such roles oppa!)

* PLOT SENSE: The plot made sense in why the leads would be attracted to each other. I see too many plots where the ML is an over-achiever, filthy rich person and the FL is clumsy / tomboyish, beautiful-but-not-aware-of-her-beauty, and somehow the ML falls head-over-heels. I never quite understand what the FL is bringing to the table apart from her looks because clumsiness/aggression-of-hitting-guys is not a quality I find endearing.
Here, it made perfect sense to me why the ML loves the FL and vice versa. ML had a broken childhood, has family members fighting over money with each other and is used to females being attracted to him primarily for money as he is depicted to be an abrasive sort of character. The FL comes from a loving home. Very early on the drama establishes that she couldn’t care less about the money he brings to the table. She is a school teacher, great with kids: this last trait the ML specifically admires. I think in fact that’s a common trait they both share, they both love kids. The series has shown instances where the ML goes out of his way to protect a kid, which catches the female lead’s attention and made her realise the good part of him. The ML was cognizant of all the troubles the FL had to face just because she was dating him: burglary in her house, getting kidnapped, hearing taunts from his family and exes etc. So when the FL falls for the ML, he did have the security that she has actually fallen for him alone, the money associated with him was actually a burden that she had to overcome to fall for him.
Personally, I think given the FL was shown to be submissive (see the scene where she just hides behind the ML when she realises her house has been broken into), she actually enjoyed the possessive/protective (yes, it’s a fine line between the two) nature of the ML.

*TRADITIONAL MASCULINE / FEMININE VALUES PORTRAYAL: The ML did one heck of a job portraying a man-child. He could look very child-like innocent in a few scenes and managed to turn alpha male when certain situations called for it. The FL is submissive and the ML is dominating, they both work that way. I think that is how it is in real life too, a pair of submissive / dominating partner can work well (any gender can assume any role). I am way more dominating than my husband, I know he enjoys it. I believe my dominance is within the boundaries he feels endearing, not stifling. I have read reviews calling the ML’s behaviour toxic. I am not sure I agree. As long as it is in the FL acceptance zone, it’s fine, even endearing. For example: The days my husband shows jealousy, I remember them for a long, long time. They are so few and far between and reaffirm to me that he still loves me in a profound manner. For some couples these instances might be more frequent, but as long as the other partner is touched by them and not stifled, it’s fine. I don’t agree with broad labelling of certain behaviours as toxic, life is more nuanced.
The FL was accepting of some behaviours like him being possessive etc because it was within her acceptance zone. However, she gave it right back when the ML stepped out of her comfort zone. For example: she absolutely refused to ever listen to any suggestions about her leaving her teaching profession for being a society wife.
They were not opposites but complementary personalities attracted to each other.

To end it all, the series summarised itself: There is a person with 99% unattractive traits, but if he / she has 1% of a trait that you find attractive, you can fall for that person, that becomes the charm of that person.
I think it slandered the ML unnecessarily though because he was shown to be a good person overall, even though if a bit controlling and possessive. As I said, it’s a problem only if the partner finds it a problem. The world at large and their opinions do not matter. Here, the partner clearly enjoyed the trait. I mean folks are literally supportive of BDSM relationships, but not this? I call double standards.
So, if you are in the mood for feeling romance vicariously, go watch Something about 1%.
Read my more detailed review on: romancevicariously(dot)wordpress(com)

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Romantic

This was such a lovely romance drama, it may have the same story as others, but it was different in many ways, and I'm soo happy I give it a chance. I find myself binging this even though I thought I wouldn't. There were some moments I skipped, due to flashbacks, but this show, the romance and the MC it was worth watching. The romance literally started as soon as they started their contract relationship, it felt so real and natural, and soo realistic

I'll be honest at first I wasn't sure where all those 10/10 reviews were about, but as I decided there must be something hidden in this drama to have so much great reviews, and boy am I happy I sticked with it, and this is why...

I love how it wasn't done the same way as other contract relationships drama, I love the romance that was everything in this. The leads had such great chemistry. I love the way the ML looked at the FL, and boy the way he kissed that woman... gosh, that was something!! The FL I love her personality in this drama, she wasn't annoying, she wasn't that shy, she was so kind, bold, beautiful, and yet so meek. There were a lot of chacater growth in this as well, well especially the ML. I don't know if anyone else noticed, but based on the situations if you used subs, the music was actually tied into that, i thought that was soo cute lool.

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Good girl wins it all!

What a sweet love story. It might start off with the usual hate-hate relationship but when they fell in love (organically) they were in deep. Whilst I dislike the usual breakup trope used in most k/c-dramas, I didn't mind it too much here. It was still hard to watch the sadness and angst but it really served to prove to the world just how much they loved each other and you just can't break that bond. There is also a fair bit of skinship and it was done with feeling and maturity. No plastic or fish lips kisses here. OBTW, the show can also be titled "good girl wins it all". Enjoy!

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this is one Korean drama i have seen that is super good. i love how the guy is hot headed and doesn't like the girl. like always rich man poor or medium class girl. this drama is fantastic. this is also the first drama that i have seen that has a lot of passionate kissing. like this is the drama where there is a lot of kissing scenes but no bed scenes. so, its a clean drama. the plot of this drama is fantastic because both people are dumb and clumsy in their own ways. their own actions led them to this. thanks to the grandpa this story moves on pretty smoothly without the two people knowing if it is fate or if somebody is behind this. as usual or guy is a keeper and is a jealous type even though he doesn't try to show it. cuz he wants to act tough. which makes this drama even cuter. trust me you need to watch this drama.

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