Gangnam B-Side

Gangnam B-side is a dark story of this bustling city. The first 6 episodes of the series show the real world of power, desire and self-interest of various interest groups, and how the people at the bottom are just playthings in their playground.

The story depicts the absurdity of Gangnam's nightclub life, the drugs market, the helplessness of the call girl's life, the police and the prosecutor's choice between justice and profit.

The overall story is fast-paced, the plot flows smoothly, and the action scenes have a strong sense of reality, especially when Ji Chang-wook insists on not using a double to fight in the boxing ring. His control of the short sword is so smooth and agile that it is very impressive.

Let me tell you when i watched a korean youtube review, it seemed like a burning sun scandal and it gave me goosebumps after hearing that story really happened in gangnam based on the author's interview. I really like the story which is based on a true story, the plot also has lots of unique characters and ji chang wook acting is really insane lol. This feels like another world with the worst of evil actors. Episodes 1 and 2 are a bit too heavy because they tell different plots for each role. However, in the end little by little the facts began to emerge one by one. I think Episodes 3 and 4 are perfect and can slowly resolve the problem. Next episode will be more interesting, but why is bibi and ji chang wook chemistry so angst? Lmao. Please reunite them again with romance!

The series has an intriguing premise centered around corruption, a theme that holds significant weight and relevance. However, it suffers from inconsistent execution.

The storytelling lacks fluidity, with too many characters and plotlines crammed into a short runtime, making it difficult to fully connect with any of them.

While the acting is solid and the action sequences are well-shot, the lack of depth in character development and emotional engagement weakens the overall experience. Additionally, the series fails to immerse viewers in the unique atmosphere of Gangnam; the events could have taken place in any generic location, missing an opportunity to leverage the distinct vibe and culture of the area.

It had the potential to be a gripping crime thriller but falls short due to its fragmented narrative.

Suitable for fans of fast-paced action, but not a standout drama.

A great drama that touches the soft underbelly of society, and I was even more surprised that the story is based on a true story, perfect casting of the actors, perfect acting by Ji Chang Wook, such a talented actor, who doesn't need much text, he simply has a phenomenal ability to convey a variety of emotions with his facial expressions and eyes. It's true that there are violent scenes in the film, but they are necessary for the plot. The plot reminds me of the scandal of Burning Sun in Seoul, which involved politicians, celebrities, police officers, lawsuits/prosecutors, trafficking in women, drug use and trafficking, corruption, sexual favors. And all of this happened in a nightclub for friends only.

It's true that the first two episodes are a bit confusing, but in the following episodes the picture becomes clearer.

Excellent soundtrack Perfect direction And as I said, perfect casting A drama worth watching.

Gangnam B Side has been such an intense ride so far! Ji Chang-wook delivers another incredible performance, and his action scenes are on point as always. The plot is full of suspense and keeps you guessing, with each episode leaving me wanting more. If you're a fan of action-packed dramas with layered storytelling, this one's worth checking out. Can't wait to see how the story unfolds!... ) The story was based on the book Made in Gangnam by Jo Won-Gyu, and he is the screenwriter of this drama.

2) Ji Chang-wook's Yoon Gil Ho character role was inspired by the 17-year-old boy. The screenwriter met him while he was working as the call driver.

3) Ep 5-6 faced problems from some high people in SK because it was real.

Overall 9/10.