Born Again
Born Again

Born Again

2020TV ShowEnded1 SeasonKorean

Life, death and second chances take center stage in this story about three people whose intertwined destinies travel through space and time with haunting results. It’s the 1980s and Detective Cha Hyung Bin has devoted his life to criminal justice, and his heart to Ha Eun, a bookshop owner suffering from heart disease who keeps her illness a secret. But Cha Hyung Bin isn’t the only one pining after Ha Eun: serial killer Gong Ji Chul has also fallen in love with her. Their lives collide with tragic results, but 30 years later, they’re reincarnated and fate brings them together again. The more time passes, the more their new lives become tangled in the devastating web of history. Will they manage to escape the past, or be forced to come face to face with it?

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Choi Do-hoonGenres: Drama, Romance, Fantasy, Melodrama

Plot Summary

A fantasy romance about a woman who gets a second chance at life and a man who is on the brink of death. After a tragic accident, Cheng Mei (Jin Se-yeon) finds herself reborn, but with a curse that makes her unable to age. She encounters a grim reaper (Jang Ki-yong) who is also cursed with immortality and is desperate to find a way to end his eternal life. Together, they navigate the complexities of love and mortality, seeking answers to their intertwined fates.

Critical Reception

Born Again received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at its unique premise and the chemistry between its lead actors. However, some critics noted that the plot occasionally became convoluted, and the pacing could be uneven. Audience reception was generally favorable, particularly among fans of fantasy romance dramas.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing supernatural concept and romantic storyline.
  • The performances of the lead actors were frequently highlighted as a strong point.
  • Some found the narrative to be overly complicated at times.

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Fun Fact

The drama's unique premise involves a soul reincarnation across different eras, with the characters' past lives playing a crucial role in their present-day connections and conflicts.

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