Mischievous Kiss
Mischievous Kiss

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Mischievous Kiss

2010
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Korean

A clumsy high-school girl - Oh Ha-ni - is at the bottom of her class, and she has had a crush on a popular genius, Baek Seung-Jo, ever since she first laid eyes on him.

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IMDb6.8/10
Google Users87%
Director: Hwang In-roiGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

Oh Ha-ni is a clumsy and academically challenged high school student who falls for the cold and brilliant first-year student, Baek Seung-jo. Despite her initial rejection, Ha-ni's persistence and the serendipitous destruction of her home lead her and her father to live with Seung-jo's family. This close proximity forces Seung-jo to confront his growing, albeit reluctant, feelings for Ha-ni.

Critical Reception

Mischievous Kiss, also known as Playful Kiss, received mixed to positive reviews, particularly for its charming leads and adaptation of the popular manga. While some critics found the plot predictable and Ha-ni's character overly dependent, many viewers enjoyed the lighthearted romance and the chemistry between the main actors, making it a popular watch among fans of romantic comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the adorable chemistry between the lead actors.

  • Criticized by some for being a slow-paced and somewhat cliché romantic comedy.

  • Appreciated for its faithful adaptation of the beloved manga series.

Google audience: Google users generally loved the sweet and often humorous interactions between the main characters, finding the romantic storyline engaging and enjoyable. Some viewers noted that while the plot followed familiar tropes, the execution and the characters' development kept them invested.

Fun Fact

The drama is based on the Japanese manga 'Itazura na Kiss', which has also been adapted into successful television series in Japan, Taiwan, and Thailand.

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