A Safe Peek at Secret Boutique 2019
Explore our spoiler-free review of the hit Korean revenge melodrama ‘Secret Boutique’.ย Get general series information, plot summary, and my personal thoughts and rating, all 100% spoiler-free!ย If you have already seen this drama and are interested in a more full review, including character analysis, highlights, and ending explanation,ย please click on the link below.
General Information
ย ย ย Air Dates: September 18 – November 28, 2019
Episodes:ย 16
Where to Watch: Kocowa
Genre: Revenge Melodrama
Starring: Kim Sun Ah and Kim Jae Jeong
The Story
A poor orphan works her way into the glamorous jet set thanks to the favor of a wealthy CEO. Now, she works as the CEO’s private “fixer”, while also owning her own boutique, where she caters to the rich and powerful. And as she makes important connection, she gathers the secrets of her influential clients. But her ultimate goal is to replace the woman she has spent years serving under. making her politically and economically untouchable.
My Personal Thoughts and Ratings
‘Secret Boutique’ is a twisted revenge drama. It keeps a dark, somber style consistently throughout the series. The story focuses on a group of powerful women, each unique and interesting in their own way. The cast is strong and the characters are complex and deep. The drama examines the cost and consequences of revenge and the danger of becoming what you once hated.
For me, the makjang got a bit heavy-handed. The plot felt unrealistic and none of the characters felt relatable, likable, or sympathetic. There was also a creepy, incestuous feel to some of the relationships that made it hard for me to invest in. But if you enjoy strong female characters and gloomy melodrama, this one has its moments. I give ‘Secret Boutique’ a 6 out of 10 ramen.
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Meet The Stars of ‘Secret Boutique’
Kim Sun Ah and Kim Jae Jeong did an amazing job in this drama.ย If you are interested in seeing other dramas that they have performed in, check out the links below!
Kim Sun Ah
Kim Sun Ah made her acting debut in 1989 with a supporting role in the romantic melodrama ‘To the End of the World’. Her best known role was the 2005 rom-com ‘My Lovely Sam Soon’. Other popular dramas she has starred in include the 2018 romantic melodrama ‘Should We Kiss First” and the 2018 psychological thriller ‘Children of Nobody’.ย
Kim Jae Yeong
Below are links to other great dramas Kim Sun Ah has starred in.
Kim Jae Jeong began as a model before landing his first drama role as a guest star on the 2012 rom-com ‘A Gentleman’s Dignity’. His first starring role was in the 2017 rom-com ‘My Secret Romance’. Other popular dramas he has starred in include the 2021 mystery thriller ”Reflection of You’ and the 2020 family drama ‘Beautiful Love, Wonderful Life’. He is currently appearing in the romantic drama ‘My Lovely Journey’
Below are links to other great dramas Kim Jae Yeongย has appeared in.
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