

Cheese in the Trap
Hong Seol and Yoo Jung attend the same college, but they couldn't be more different. Hong Seol is a poor, unpopular student with no money, while Yoo Jung is rich, well-liked, extremely smart, and popular. Hong Seol just wants to get through her college career quietly, but finds herself getting caught up in whatever Yoo Jung drags her into. Can Hong Seol break away, or will she continue to be the only person who sees Yoo Jung's true self?
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Plot Summary
The drama follows the complicated relationship between a seemingly perfect senior named Yoo Jung and an ordinary but perceptive junior named Hong Seol. Hong Seol grows suspicious of Yoo Jung's kind facade, sensing a darker side to him. Their interactions become intertwined with the lives of their friends and fellow students, exploring themes of ambition, jealousy, and the complexities of human connection.
Critical Reception
Cheese in the Trap was a highly anticipated drama based on a popular webtoon and garnered significant attention. While praised for its compelling characters and intriguing plot, it also faced some criticism regarding plot deviations from the original webtoon in its later episodes, particularly concerning the male leads' storylines. Overall, it was well-received by audiences for its unique portrayal of college life and complex character dynamics.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its complex characters and realistic depiction of college life.
- Appreciated for the chemistry between the lead actors and the intriguing psychological aspects.
- Some viewers expressed disappointment with the divergence from the original webtoon's plot in the latter half.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but general fan discussions highlight the drama's addictive nature and the polarizing opinions on character developments, especially concerning Yoo Jung and Baek In-ho.
Fun Fact
The drama's lead actors, Park Hae-jin and Kim Go-eun, won awards for their roles at the MBC Drama Awards in 2016, with Park Hae-jin receiving a Top Excellence Award and Kim Go-eun receiving a Special Acting Award.
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