My Little Lover - Minami Kun no Koibito
Shun'ichi Minami possesses good looks and does well academically in high school. Chiyomi Horikiri is a bright girl who likes dancing. They were childhood friends and also their first loves, but after Shun'ichi Minami's father disappeared they hardly talk. On a storming night, Chiyomi Horikiri has an argument with her parents over her future course and leaves home. While trying to avoid the rain, Chiyomi Horikiri wishes that she go back to her childhood. Suddenly, Chiyomi becomes 15 cm tall. Shun'ichi Minami happens to see tiny Chiyomi Horikiri. She tells him that she doesn't want anyone else to see her, and Shun'ichi Minami takes her his home.
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Plot Summary
Chiyomi Horikoshi and Minami are high school sweethearts facing the ultimate test of their relationship. After a mysterious accident, Minami inexplicably shrinks down to the size of a small doll, barely 15 centimeters tall. Chiyomi is determined to keep his condition a secret from the world while caring for her miniature boyfriend.
Critical Reception
The 2016 adaptation of 'My Little Lover' was met with mixed to positive reception. While some viewers found the premise charming and the chemistry between the leads appealing, others criticized the pacing and some of the more outlandish plot developments.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and heartwarming romantic premise.
- The lead actors' chemistry was a highlight for many viewers.
- Some found the plot progression a bit slow and predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlighted the show's cute and romantic storyline, with many appreciating the fantasy element of the miniature boyfriend. However, some viewers felt the story could have been more engaging or developed further.
Fun Fact
This 2016 drama is a remake of a popular manga that has had several live-action adaptations since its original publication in 1986.
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