“My Love from the Star” is a treasured Korean drama that has left an ingrained mark on the world of romantic fantasy series. With a captivating blend of science and fiction, romance and comedy, and murder mystery, this drama, penned by brilliant Jang Tae-yoo, offers a delightful experience. This drama is not just a castle in the stars; it’s a story of longing, time, and what it feels like to find someone who changes your entire world.

Directed by: Jang Tae-yoo

Genres: Romantic drama, Slice of life.

Starring:

• Jun Ji-hyun (Cheon Song-yi)
• Kim Soo-hyun(Do Min -joon)
• Park Hae-jin(Lee Hwi-Kyeong)
• Yoo In-na(Yoo Se-M)  
• Nam Chang- hee(Hyeok)

Release date:18 Dec 2013

Episodes: 21(1 special)

My Love from the star: Destiny’s embrace….

Plot and underlying storyline:

The plot starts with narrating the story of an alien Doo- min –joon with enhanced abilities, who has been living on earth for 400 years since the period of the Joseon dynasty. His life takes a mysterious turn when his path crosses with a famous Hallyu star, Cheong Song-yi (Un Jin-hyun). Despite his sardonic view of humans, he fell in love with her deeply. With the moving episodes, their love relationship encounters so many challenges as Doo Min’s return to his planet is drawing near, adding a sense of urgency and conflicts.

What sets ‘My Love from stars’ apart is its unique premise of an otherworldly being living with humans. Despite some predictable melodrama and plot twists, it will remain a classic in the world of K-dramas for its exploration of the enduring nature of love, compelling storyline, and engaging characters.

My Love from the Star: Direction and Acting:

The story revolves around an alien who has been living on Earth for centuries but is set to return to his home planet. Kim Soo-Hyun’s portrayal of the alien Do Min–Joon is both engaging and comical as he grapples with the quirks of human behavior and emotions. Despite being an alien, he was totally swoon-worthy. His ability to convey complex emotions captivates the heart of the viewer remarkably.  Opposite to him is Un Jin-Hyun is superbly beautiful, eternal, and radiant with an intense, deep, and resonant voice. The high-level energy that she manifested throughout is totally gripping and commendable.

The portrayal of the female lead character in the story was truly phenomenal and entertaining. The character is complex and multidimensional, constantly evolving with every challenge and obstacle. She is facing and witnessing something she shouldn’t have, however, never backing down or gives up. And yet depicts moments of vulnerability and self, making her even more relatable as a human.

Background Score and Music – Mesmerizing Soundtrack

The music of the show is its invisible hero. The background score is slow, soulful and perfectly timed. Even when there is silence in the scenes, the music completes those emotions which the dialogues are unable to express. The OSTs are quite beautiful and soft – those slow melodies which remind you of a rainy night when you are thinking about your feelings.

Each OST makes a specific moment more intense. The music takes you deep into the story without forcing you to feel emotionally. The subtle and mature background score maintains the mood of the show.

My love from the star: A beautiful canvas of varied emotions..

Kim Soo-Hyun and Jun Ji-Hyun not just share chemistry; they excel in it. There is a connection that feels fated, eternal, and destined. The story is at once philosophical and deeply moving. With each moving episode, you will discover some new dimension of love, its greatness, its magic, and the quiet mystery of its uncertain ending. Both with their alluring presence and natural charm have shown impeccable acting skills, which feel real and astounding.

The plot is crafted meticulously, featuring excellent twists and a satisfying conclusion. So… if you are a romantic fantasy drama fan and planning to watch one, this one is a must-watch….

FAQ

Where can I watch My Love from the Star?

My Love from the Star is now streaming on Netflix.