Something About 1 Percent (2016)

Something so different from other dramas (My 1%)

I came across this drama by accident because I had nothing else to watch but when I noticed the high ratings on Viki, I knew I had to give it a try. But boyyy that was the best decision I’ve ever made. If you’re looking a for a simple story with characters that have an amazing chemistry from the start, this is the drama for you. it’s not drama heavy, and the story behind it could’ve been written better to make it even more interesting, but I kept watching for the romance. Seeing how the characters change over time and how their love just kept growing, despite them knowing it was all supposed to be fake kept me watching for hours nonstop. So again, it’s a light hearted drama, it’s refreshing, and simple, but there’s just something about it that I know I won’t be able to forget.

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Just That 1% To Score 10 For This Drama

This was just a lovely drama to watch. The story focused a lot on both the male and female lead and was very well featured in each episode. I liked very much that Jae In (Ha Seok Jin) though tough and arrogant had a very warm and gentle side to him when it comes to true love (and can be quite possessive at times in a cute way). Certain and confident, he held the story/relationship throughout with finesse. One cannot help but wished that we were in Da Hin's (Jun So Min) shoes, swooning to the chase. However, she held her own as the lead actress who did not easily fall into his arms and taught Jae In a lesson or two about love and life.

The show had all the emotions which made me giggle, laugh, cry a little and heart fluttered a bit too to a happy ending.

A beautiful show from beginning to end and highly recommended to those who does not like dramatic love stories. This drama is captivating, easy to watch, no boring in betweens and pretty straightforward. I will not write details in this review as the beauty is discovering them as you watch. Enjoy!!

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An amazing rom com

Something about 1 percent hits all the right boxes. It's a contract relationship done right, it is very funny, very romantic and a drama with a message. It hit a home run on everything a drama should hit.

The chemistry between the two leads is also scintillating and very refreshing in the land of open-eyed kisses. Moreover, the business element of the drama was adequate without overpowering the romance. I particularly loved how we did not go through the angst purgatory stage that romance dramas like to delve in . Everything still just flowed even when there was that tension.

The music was also very good and the supporting cast all had very compelling story lines. Usually in dramas like this, the support cast are just fillers but not in Something about 1 Percent.

The message was also solid . "Someone's 1% can be someone elses 99% of luck"so be kind. Essentially.

Did I mention that the chemistry is SIZZLING ????

I definitely recommend this drama.

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A sweet drama that cheers you up!!!

I am giving this drama a 10 on 10 cause this drama gave me peace and made me happy. After some time I binged watched a drama and finished in less than 24 hours. It was sweet love story and made my heart melt. The Chemistry between the leads was great. Loved it!!! one percent of loving something is actually important . the visuals was good too. I loved their acting. and ISTG their first kiss was literally heart melting, i fell in love that moment. Jae In and DaDa was so damn cute throughout the drama. I loved how they both were so jealous LOL. loved the friendship of Dada and Hyeun Jin. So this drama was a good experience for me

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The plot is as cliché as it's predictable but it fellt like a light breeze compared to some of the other dramas. The plot was nothing special, for me it was the main couple who made this drama to what it is.

The main couple had great chemistry and I really really liked Kim Da Hyun as a character. She was very real and down to earth and most of the time reacted and gave the exact replys as I hoped she would give. She was straightforward and confident in some areas and insecure in others, just like people are. Lee Jae In was a character with many flaws, but he had a charm which I think could melt anyones heart, I know mine did anyway haha
I could go on and on about the lovable, and not so lovable, characters of this drama.
It's sad how rare it is with female friendships that reflects how female relashionships looks like in real life, but the one Kim Da Hyun had with Im Do Yun definitely is one of the few. It was refreshing to watch.

To prevent the risk of spoiling I will stop here. I have really enjoyed this drama, I was practically obsessed. I am positive I will go back to this drama many times, it's definitely one to rewatch.

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Simple drama yet sent me lots of butterflies in my stomach

Usually, what I would say is that the story is cliché but this drama made me feel otherwise. The story is just basic and simple and this is a common plotline but for me what stood out the most is the way that the story is being portrayed. This reminds me the good old days of 2015 dramas, it's the year when most dramas I've watched is pretty solid.

Before watching this I saw a lot of reviews about the chemistry of both leads which I immediately noticed since the first episode. It looked all real to me. Most of the time I find kissing scene gross but on this drama I really really loved it. Those sweet little peck and kisses between the character sent butterflies to my stomach and reminds me how sweet dating someone you like can be.

It doesn't have much of twists and turns on the story. Just plain scenario of what a normal couple has to overcome. (Although this one is an extraordinary couple which has an entirely different lifestyle) One thing I noticed as well is that there are too many supporting characters that I don't really know why they're included on the story. I mean I kinda hoped they have more story about why they're there. Nonetheless, it's still great.

I really love and appreciate this storyline. I have nothing much to ask for. I recommend this one, I believe that this could be a hidden gem in the KDrama world.

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- No side stories, the focus is only on our main couple
- Many typical clichés with nice execution
- No melodrama, characters are straightforward
- Filled with lovey-dovey scenes, lots of sweet moments

- Good acting, chemistry between the main characters makes sense
- Good character development especially with the male lead
- Side characters don't have any significant importance, but acting is good

- The beginning looks like it took a budget cut, but improves over time
- Music was fitting

Overall a sweet and cheese romance! This drama is a nice break.

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