With the promise of being a heartwarming and therapeutic drama, “As soon as Upon a Small City” has the makings to be a drama that touches your coronary heart. Based mostly on the internet novel of the identical identify, it follows the story of Han Ji Yool (Chu Young Woo), a veterinarian in Seoul who’s tricked into transferring again to the countryside to work at his grandfather’s vet workplace briefly. There he meets the succesful and reliable Ahn Ja Younger (Red Velvet’s Joy), a police officer recognized for serving to everybody with something, and her finest buddy Lee Sang Hyun (Baek Sung Chul). The premiere episodes are crammed with humor, chaos, and romance — the perfect issues Ok-dramas are recognized for. Listed below are a number of the finest components of the premiere!
Warning: Spoilers for the premiere episodes beneath.
LOVED: Ahn Ja Younger and Han Ji Yool’s budding relationship
With a bumpy, bickering begin and a secret childhood connection that solely one in all them remembers, Ahn Ja Younger and Han Ji Yool already embody a number of the finest tropes of a Ok-drama main couple. Nevertheless, what actually solidifies their relationship as swoon-worthy is their dialog on the peach tree farm. Right here, Han Ji Yool asks Ahn Ja Younger whom she depends on after she affords to assist him whereas he’s staying in Heedong Village. Unable to reply, Ahn Ja Younger appears perplexed as if she has by no means had anybody ask her that earlier than. In the meantime, Han Ji Yool simply smiles to himself earlier than returning to overlaying the peaches.
Whereas this type of scene is nothing revolutionary to the romantic comedy style, there’s little that’s extra romantic. Ahn Ja Younger is at all times caring for others, and up to now, we haven’t seen many individuals return the favor. With only a easy query, Han Ji Yool has seen her and unlocked part of her coronary heart that she has fastidiously guarded. It’s easy however heartfelt, and it makes you look ahead to how Han Ji Yool will rework into somebody that Ahn Ja Younger can rely upon.
LOVED: Ahn Ja Younger and Lee Sang Hyun’s candy friendship
From their comedic bickering to their comforting late-night talks and far more, Ahn Ja Younger and Lee Sang Hyun have many scenes that showcase how profound their decades-long friendship is. One scene that caught out particularly is when Ahn Ja Younger calls out Lee Sang Hyun for being petty throughout his automobile sale with Han Ji Yool.
Oftentimes in Ok-dramas, the second male lead’s jealousy and petty habits can go unchecked. So, it’s fairly refreshing to see Ahn Ja Younger maintain Lee Sang Hyun accountable whereas assuring him that their relationship will stay. Communication is necessary in any relationship whether or not platonic or romantic, and this scene actually speaks to how open, weak, and trustworthy these two are with one another. It will likely be enjoyable to see how their dynamic evolves because the love triangle progresses all through the remainder of the drama.
LOVED: The ensemble of villagers
In fact, a countryside drama wouldn’t be full with out an ensemble of unconventional villagers who will allure your coronary heart. From the overbearing however good-natured girls of the Girls’s Affiliation (Baek Ji Won, Park Ji Ah, and Yoo Yeon) to the laidback and quirky Nurse Yeong Suk (Park Ye Ni), most of the villagers stand out. Nevertheless, the lovable Kim Seon Dong (Jung Si Youl) will certainly seize your coronary heart with actions corresponding to when he alerts Ahn Ja Younger of the thief in Han Ji Yool’s home and helps her stake out the home. The following day, Ahn Ja Younger takes him to high school and thanks him for serving to her catch the dangerous man.
There isn’t far more to say than that their scenes collectively are tremendous enjoyable to look at. Pleasure and Jung Si Youl play off one another nicely, and you’ll’t assist however end up smiling at any time when they work together!
LOVED: The animal scenes
From chickens to goats to stray canine, “As soon as Upon a Small City” showcases tons of animals within the first three episodes. Nevertheless, probably the most notable animal scene is the unvaccinated pigs. Within the second episode, Han Ji Yool’s first appointment of the day is to vaccinate over 20 pigs. He meets Ahn Ja Younger there, and collectively they deal with the duty, utilizing all their efforts to chase them round, choose them up, and ship the pictures.
Whereas this scene may be very comedic, it’s additionally spectacular when you consider it. For starters, Pleasure and Chu Younger Woo appear extraordinary for with the ability to choose up so many pigs — particularly with how a lot the pigs had been squirming — but it surely additionally makes you consider massive animal vets in actual life. Whereas the scene could also be dramatized, it’s commendable understanding they possible face related conditions on any given day. It additionally makes you marvel, what animals will the drama present subsequent?
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kaityv is a contract author and editor. In her spare time, she enjoys watching Ok-dramas and listening to BTS, Red Velvet, and different tremendous gifted artists.
Presently watching: “As soon as Upon A Small City,” “Good Job,” “The Law Cafe,” and “If You Wish Upon Me”
All-time favorites: “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” and “Do You Like Brahms?”
Trying ahead to: “Love In Contract”
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