NAME: Asban, Mike Kenji U.

SECTION:G11-Hilaria Aguinaldo
Reading &
PUBLISHED IN FEBRUARY 28 TO APRIL 5, 2022
Writing
K-DRAMA: A BUSINESS PROPOSAL

BOOK REVIEW:
“A Business Proposal” is an exciting Korean drama that combines romance, ambition, and personal
growth. The story, written by Han Sul-Hee, Hong Bo-Hee adaptation from Hae Hwa web novel called
The Office Blind Date published in September, 11 2020. It presents a fresh perspective on the business
world, showing the challenges and complexities faced by its characters in a captivating way. The main
themes of this story are friendship, family values, and love, Even though it features a lot of clichés,
there are plenty of elements to keep you guessing and would wanted to watch more.
Apart is its well-crafted storyline. The drama follows the lives of ambitious individuals trying to achieve
their dreams in the competitive corporate world. Right from the first episode, the story grabs your
attention with unexpected twists, deep emotions, and intriguing character development. The
characters in this drama are exceptional. Han Seol-hee and Hong Bo-hee have created a diverse range of
well-rounded characters, each have their own unique personalities and motivations. Additionally, the
supporting characters in Business Proposal are equally as endearing as the protagonists. You’ll become
fully invested in their journey as they navigate love, betrayal, and personal growth. Every episode is a
rollercoaster of emotions that keeps you engaged. The talented cast brings these characters to life.
Their performances are impactful and relatable, making you root for them, understand their struggles,
and celebrate their successes. Alongside the captivating storyline, the high production quality with
beautiful cinematography and well-designed sets adds to the visual appeal of the drama.
Moreover, the show explores important themes such as ambition, perseverance, and the power of
human connection. It invites viewers to reflect on their own dreams and choices, reminding us that
success often comes with sacrifices. This drama beautifully demonstrates the determination and
resilience needed to achieve our goals in life.
Overall, “A Business Proposal” is an enthralling K-drama that seamlessly blends romance, comedy,
ambition, and personal growth. With its captivating storyline, talented cast, and meaningful themes, it
is a must-watch for fans of the genre. I’m a little disappointed about the ending of the story. Overall the
series completely embrace the genre cliches that make it enjoyable to watch and recommendable/ It’s
definitely going on my list of “must-watch” k-drama
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