She Was Pretty

Kim Hye-jin, once a beautiful girl, loses her good looks after puberty. She reconnects with her childhood sweetheart Ji Sung-joon, who was once unattractive but has now become a handsome and successful editor. To impress him, Hye-jin asks her more attractive friend, Min Ha-ri, to pretend to be her. Meanwhile, Sung-joon's boss, the eccentric and charming Kim Shin-hyuk, becomes intrigued by Hye-jin, leading to a complicated love square.

The drama was a significant ratings success in South Korea, achieving double-digit viewership throughout its run and topping its time slot. It was praised for its engaging storyline, strong performances, and comedic elements, though some critics noted predictable plot points common in romantic comedies.

• Praised for its entertaining chemistry between the lead actors.
• Appreciated for its lighthearted and humorous take on romance and self-discovery.
• Some viewers found the plot predictable but enjoyed the emotional journey.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely positive, with many viewers enjoying the humor, the compelling romance between the main characters, and the satisfying character development, especially for Hye-jin.

Won multiple awards at the 2015 MBC Drama Awards, including Top Excellence Actress (Hwang Jung-eum), Excellence Actor (Park Seo-joon), Best Supporting Actor (Choi Si-won), and Best Couple Award.

Choi Si-won's character, Kim Shin-hyuk, was initially intended to be a minor role but became a fan favorite, leading to his role being expanded.