Mr. Perfect and Miss Almost (2020)

I have two minor gripes about this one. Firstly the first two episodes were not only boring, but also the premise is a bit difficult to digest. (Math/statistics major in her final year keeps making REALLY and I mean REALLY stupid life decisions) The second issue is that there is a love triangle around episode 13-15 with the minor love interest acting like a blood hound, still at least they wrapped that up rather quickly. ~

I could nitpick about other things, but ultimately they are not important. This was almost precisely the drama I wanted to watch. It's a very sweet romcom, that is very unusual in how all the problems are solved very quickly in a satisfactory, wholesome manner. It's true that this drama has been heavily inspired by Because This is my First Life. Even though that one has quite a few stronger episodes & objectively way more interesting, more three dimensional characters, I think I prefer Perfect and Casual, because it doesn't have a really really frustrating separation plot and we get a lot more fluffy romance too, with many kisses that still remain meaningful in ways that other dramas with dragged out happy endings can almost never compete with. Other reviewers mentioned that they didn't very much like the side characters & their romances. Personally I think that both of their stories were okay-ish..

I mentioned earlier that this show is very unusual in how all the problems are solved very quickly in a satisfactory, wholesome manner. I have to note though, that there are quite a few heavily teased disastrous plot directions. The creators always dodged these bullets, but binge watching is recommended, because most of the teased bullshit gets resolved in like the first minute of the next episode ^_^

The OST is pretty good, normally I have a hard time enjoying Chinese music, but there were some catchy tunes in this one. The cinematography is very decent too..

TLDR: If you like sugar, just watch this one! If you are easily bored, then just start directly with episode 3.

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Had to Fast forward to finish it, the ML is the only saving grace

Zhang Si Nian (ML): The actor that portrays this character does very well with roles that feature him as a genius. But he was much better in Unforgettable Love (2021). The ML in the show was pretty nice but a bit slow on the uptake. Once he figured out that he was in love in the FL, he didn't play any games and tried his best to win her over.

Yun Shu (FL):
The Bad:
Childish character with annoying voice. I had to clench my teeth to keep going, because i just needed to know the entire story. I don't mind it when a character is a little bubbly, it makes things interesting, but Yun Shu was kind of unbearable. The ML looked better with Yun Shu's sister when they were all together in a frame.
The Good:
She was a nice person overall and also didn't play any games. She even reminded me of Shim Chung / Seo Hwa from The Legend of the Blue Sea even before she actually put on a mermaid costume.

It was an okay drama. Not worth a rewatch though.

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I really enjoyed it.

I really, really enjoyed this series. The fl wasn't vapid and childish, she was so cute. The ml is always one of my favorites so no surprise there. The storyline was okay, tropey because the fl always seemed to step into better opportunities. Most people would never see even one of and she got like 10. I think that could probably be my only complaint about the series, her success was really improbable.
The ChuChu chick was aggravating. She was supposed to be so perfect and she smile in Yun Shu's face but she kept doing sneaky things to try to make her look less than her. You're older and more successful and yet you still are jealous of and trying to sabotage a young woman. I don't care if their relationship was contractual, that was a married man and she kept trying to steal him. And the whole time, Yun Shu was smiling at her, trying to be nice to the lady who was trying to steal you husband.

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Light hearted and fun,subtle humour, great chemistry

Finally,a rom-com that appeals to international fans. None of the"overacting"whiny,spoilt brat annoying females with over-embellished clothes, problems get solved quickly without dragging and no repetitive theme, and short 24 episodes. The humour is subtle and funny, even with some tongue in cheek sexual connotation if you listen out for it

The ML is super good looking. There's a great balance in his acting between an awkward genius intellectual with poor social skills, without being (the usual) cold and aloof. He is warm and shows emotional depth, even chatty at times.
The FL is pretty, and her charm really grows on you. She has high EQ but a little unconfident. Her hair and fashion is appropriate and stylish without being overdone. Both are very well acted as it could so easily be boring and cheesy but no trace of it here. Both showed character development
The story is simple but the script is natural, funny ,well arranged without dragginess, highly enjoyable

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Sweet....

A lovely sweet series with no issues. A gentle story.

Cheerful FL and aloof ML, get together to please the grandpa, who i enjoyed the most. I did have a feeling that he knew everything and I am really glad he stayed till the end which made it a really happy ending.

A series enjoyed with a bit sweetness and Cheerfulness.

One of those series to watch curled up with a cup of coffee on a rainy day or just feeling for something light hearted. The story flowed through easy enough and not sappy, a very light and easy going series. The characters were well suited and enjoyable despite the aloofness and Cheerfulness.

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I loved the male lead's character

Everything came up like a manga page from some Japanese shoujo comics, when I started to watch I didn't had many expectations may be that's the main reason why I liked it even more, the story has become so good no I have to change my words the story was simpe but the acting skills of each character specially the main couple pulled the strings made it an amazing series. Zhan Sinian is a unique genre character I mean he was a cold and calculative type of guy but fter meeting his first love "Yun Shu" he completly changed I mean in a positive way, just watching him being on screen was enough to satisfy me. Every time when I think yes now I know what's going to happpen they surprise me with a situation that I couldn't even image. As for the romance between the leads were very very sweet at the beggining it started only wth some normal hand touch'es then hug ... the the kisses were adorable I though because Yun Shu was interpreting a student's charcter they would keep thei're kiss scenes short and simple but no way also there I was completly wrong. Th chemistry between the lead's wow I have on word PERFECT

When your moral is down, watch this series it will definitly put a big smie on your face

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When you need to smile and happy, please watch this...!

I really love this drama..
This drama is very light and make me flutter and smile when see their scenes..
The ML and FL have a great chemistry and they have some charming that make them more handsome and pretty every episodes..
Maybe you will hate the FL at the beginning because she is so naive..but honestly that girl is really has a amazing character..she very positive, caring, lovable, and kind person.. She always try to smile even she doesn't want to.. her character change the ML become to better person..
About the ML, at the beginning he looks cool, perfect, and careless to everyone..he just do what he think is right..
After she come into his life, he's more warm and always care to her..and I like when he always listen what she think and ask what she want.. He's very smart but he respect what she think and never underestimate her.. ( where you gonna find the man like this?) LOL
And the most funny in this drama is when ML jealous.. he's so cute and make me laugh so hard..
The ost is good..but I think they put to much music in every sweet scenes..especially haha haha song LOL sometimes is annoy me..
And actually I want more for their scenes in 2 last episodes.. need moree.. ^^ hope special episode one day..

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You’re typical Rom Com but with a more forward FL

This is your typical go to romcom series with a ditzy FL and a perfect ML. Both the characters look so cute! Miles Wei really have the cool headed feels from the start, the character really suits him! It’s my first time watching a series with Ruo Han being the FL, I like how forward she is in the drama, it’s really cute too! I would say the series is a little light hearted and a little rushed towards the end imo. If possible I would’ve wished it dragged 1-2 episodes more where they explore further into the story it’ll be perfect

Nonetheless, it’s a good drama that I managed to finish it in a day with me being teary and squealing here and there!

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S T O R Y _
The romance is slow paced, you will have to watch a good amount of episodes to see the romance bloom. I think that this drama is pretty short (only 24 episodes), compared to the other, longer dramas I've watched. The romance between the second leads (Yun Lan & Lu Yu, Gao Zi Yi & Lin Nuo) weren't as planned and exciting as the leads' were. They broke up too much, and Gao Zi Yi and Lin Nuo were a little toxic to each other. Yes, I supported them, but Gao Zi Yi is a little childish sometimes. And Lin Chu Chu? Can't she understand that Zhang Sinian is married? Ugh she tries too hard. Honestly, I expected the ending scene to skip forward a few years and show the leads with a child, but that wasn't the case. I liked that the ending scene included Ye Ye (Grandpa).

A C T I N G _
I had my eyes on Miles (ML) after I saw him casted in My Amazing Boyfriend 2. I noticed that he pretty much always plays a second lead, so I was a little surprised when he was a main lead in this drama. I haven't heard of Xu Ruo Han (FL) before. I checked her page and she's a new actress. I hope to see more of both of them in the future! The other characters had great people casted as them, I was not disappointed.

M U S I C _
Nothing really stood out to me, but I guess it was okay.

R E W A T C H _
I just watched this, so it's still fresh in my mind. Personally, I couldn't watch the whole drama over again because I would know everything that would happen. But maybe later, I'll rewatch some scenes that I really liked.

O V E R A L L _
Overall, this is a great drama! I didn't have to skip any entire episodes (like I do for some other dramas). Highly recommended!

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Feel Good Watch

First of all super thrilled that Miles Wei is finally the lead and gets the girl! I have always liked him so I've always had second lead syndrome every time I watch his drama. Also happy that it's a feel good drama that I totally enjoyed :-) I purposely started watching on a Saturday so I can binge watch - finished it in two days! Despite hitting rewind several times LOL. Sinian just so cute, adorkable and sweet :-)

Likes:
- Miles Wei :-)
- I liked Sinian Zhang's character. He wasn't mean. He was straightforward, respectful and I liked how he stood up for his love.
- No stupid misunderstandings that extends several episodes.
- The contractual relationship was out in the open at the very beginning so there was no annoying-break up-in the middle-of-a-finally-good-relationship plot
- No evil love triangle characters
- Yun Shu choosing family over career. So glad that there was no "one year later" plot - I always find these so unrealistic.
- I also really liked that Lin Nuo finally stood up for himself and made Gao Zhi Yi go after him

Dislikes:
- None that particularly comes to mind and worth writing about.....

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A light hearted and beautiful drama ♥️

Damn, it's not perfect, but the actors are really great. It doesn't have the most unique storyline but it was done the most beautiful way as possible. I never thought i would fall in love with the FL, she was annoying at first but only because it's her personality however, the character development is over the top. The male lead is what everyone's dream to have. He's flawed but he was innocent and was always ready to learn, and mygod he really is adorable.

The series itself is not perfect, there are flaws but it delivered.

Dont hesitate. Give it a try. The series is also not that long and has great pacing. They also have included great support characters, some are annoying but they were needed for the story. And what I like about this the most is because there are no unnecessary misunderstandings and drama. Just lighted series for this heavy environment we are in. ♥️

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ONE WORD: DIABETES!!!!

Story- FINALLY, not the usual A*hole ML and over the top annoying FL, thank goodness!!!! Both show character development gradually as the story progresses. There's no annoying side characters as well. ML and FL talks about their problem instead of the usual "string of misunderstandings" eps. ML and FL both love, respect and support each other. AND no annoying exes!!! yay!! This drama is not draggy although there's a lot of cliches and the story isn't really new, but still it will make you wanna stay and watch until the end. The villains in this drama is very subtle not over the top kind of thing so it's something refreshing. All the characters were given the chance to shine in their own story, no single character were left behind.

Acting/Cast- Haven't seen Miles Wei and Xu Ruo Han in any cdrama before but in my opinion they did great in portraying their characters so well. The chemistry is on point and yes... the KISS! Thank goodness finally, a decent kissing scene from the main leads! Hallelujah!!! Rejoice people of cdrama. Will definitely follow both the main leads upcoming dramas.

Music- Ost's great and also the side bgm sound was hilarious! lol.

Rewatch- I'll definitely be checking this drama again although I'd skip the side characters story.

Overall: Highly recommended for those who wants a fluffy and not complicated drama. Happy watching!

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