When I first looked up My Korean Boyfriend, the most interesting reaction came from the Koreans, the origin of the 4B movement. It’s interesting to see how hard the media is trying to push the Korean dream, just like how we were marketed the American dream back in the day. We’re expected to fall for this K-drama lifestyle, where men are perfect, self-sacrificing, and love us with all their heart. But this kind of man is mostly a fantasy in any culture. If you’ve been blinded by K-dramas and don’t know anything about the 4B movement, I’d urge you to look it up, but I’m not saying you can’t enjoy a Korean show just because of what the real world’s like, know what I mean? The second half of My Korean Boyfriend is somehow worse than the first. I especially don’t understand why Camila was on this show at all. I mean, I get that she had a background story that was somewhat interesting, but we don’t really get any kind of closure for her. I really didn’t get that bit of the show at all. On the other hand, the other 4 women each have their own stuff going on, so let’s dive into the last 4 episodes.
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Morena and Su-Woong
The only happy thing about this show has been this couple; however, there was some nonchalance on Su-Woong’s part when he had to tell his mother that he’s engaged, and I really didn’t understand why. Wouldn’t you let her know before you make the proposal? I mean, that is how the culture works, no? From what I’ve seen of the show, I’m guessing the Brazilian side of things isn’t so family-oriented, which means Morean can make her own decision and then proceed with things as she likes. The sweetest bit is how she wrote a letter to her mother-in-law, actually respecting the culture and talking about how she’ll be taking him away, but they’ll always be a family. Morena’s letter even makes both Su-Woong and his mother cry, which was quite lovely. Then, of course, come the festivities, and we get beautiful Morena trying on beautiful dresses. I wonder if the wedding planners and the stores they visited were sponsors so more people would go to them, eh? I did quite like the dresses they picked for her, and it’s quite funny that she said she didn’t want something sexy. Girl, you’re always sexy, woot.
The show ends with Morena and Su-Woong’s wedding in Brazil after they’ve done a beautiful pre-wedding shoot in Korea. Everyone looks delighted, and it’s just a very wholesome ending for the show. The red dress was definitely a standout, and I’m glad Morena got what she wanted.
Mari and Danny
Mari and Danny are actually quite an adorable couple, but I’m really confused about how things ended up for them. I think Danny is the most communicative of all the Korean men, and though there are cultural differences, I think Danny’s a bit more conservative than usual. He takes too long to open up to Mari, I think, especially because she came all the way to Korea just to see him. Danny and Mari have a date out in the city, where they go to Namsan Tower (man, I was there just a little while ago; I wonder if it was around the same time) and look at the padlocks, and Mari keeps hinting at trying to get more out of Danny. Moreover, this is after he invited her home and made Jeon for her, claiming he’s never even done it for any of his guy friends before. Also, it’s quite funny, the whole “kiss” agenda, because not only is Mari dying to kiss Danny, but all of the commentators are too, and it just makes everyone seem way more eager than they need to be. Anyway, they do have the perfect date, both days, but Danny doesn’t end up kissing Mari. So she wonders what he wants and thinks they should just be friends. Actually, the end of this story is a little bit confusing. I can’t tell if they will end up meeting again or not, but Mari does promise that they will and then gives Danny a peck on the lips, almost like she was compelled to for the “TV” of it all. Honestly, sometimes I’m wondering how this is a Netflix show, but hey, I guess they thought it was a great idea.
Katy and New Guy
The reason Katy came to South Korea was to meet her man, Jack, but he turned out to be a deflated balloon, and they had nothing in common, so she decided to pump the brakes when the time was right, which is honestly great for her. But now that she’s a free bird, she’s excited to try something new with someone new, and she decides to go on a date with a dude named Sangil. In appearance, these two seem kinda perfect for each other, both in their leather jackets, and she has the “girl crush” aesthetic, while he’s actually trying to be a musician. It’s pretty fun. They do seem way more compatible than Jack and her, so I guess Katy’s found the guy for her. Their date also goes pretty well, and we get to know a little about Sangil’s background and how he had a serious relationship for 2 years. Also, they feed each other, and Katy even gives him a kiss on the cheek (ohh, scandalous) on the first date. We knew the skinship thing would be the biggest deal of this show because that’s the big dating cultural difference, eh? They definitely give youngling vibes in this whole group, but despite having met for the first time in the 6th episode of an 8-episode show, I somehow felt their connection was the realest. Anyway, they were really cute.
Camila and Yoo-Chan
The shocking thing about My Korean Boyfriend is when Camila finds a 40-year-old single guy. Nah, I’m just kidding, but these two actually seem right for each other. There’s something very serious about Camila, and I can’t get a proper read on her ever, but I think she really cares about the other girls, way more than she does for herself. She acts as an older sister, and I’m glad she found someone to actually enjoy her time in Korea with. I think there’s a lot of maturity here, and they share quite a sweet chemistry. I really liked it when they went on a jog, too, and they look really good together as well. Maybe they’ll find a middle ground in the future. Yoo-Chan did ask her to DM him later, so that’s really cute. Also, him saying bye the Brazilian way was very cute. But I’m glad Camila found the closure she needed.
Luanny and Si-Wan
As usual, I’ve left the most infuriating for the end. Luanny and Si-Wan were about to break up at the end of the 4th episode, but unfortunately, Luanny can’t stay away from trouble, it seems, and after reminding Si-Wan that he cheated and breaking up with him, she goes crying after him. This man does not deserve her love, sheesh. She questions why he’s not willing to fight for them, and their fight just seems so random, because they just as quickly hug and make up without any actual resolution. Sorry, I kinda hate this couple, and I think the commentator might agree with me on this. Also, to add to that, this man leaves Luanny alone with his mother so she can tell her that she herself is already a mother, which is insane. Dude, grow up a little. Anyway, you know how they say you’re marrying into a family, not just marrying a guy? I feel like I got those vibes here, because despite Si-Wan’s flaws, his mother simply smiles and says it’s totally fine when she hears Luanny is a mother. Ultimately, she ends up staying longer with Si-Wan back in Korea after the rest of the girls go back home. She reunites with them at the wedding 3 months later, but I guess we can imagine by the smile on her face that things are still going well. Especially with his family. The final picture in the end credits of episode 7, though, is the best part of the show if you ask me.
Anyway, I really didn’t find anything fascinating about this show, and I’m wondering why they thought it was a good idea, because it really doesn’t give us anything; it just reinforces some of our biases against Korean men (or at least that’s what it did for me). Let us know what you thought of the show in the comments down below, and who was your favorite couple?
