[Drama 2018-2019] Encounter / Boyfriend, 남자친구

[stardustvoid]

Can we not introduce SJK memes in this thread? Frankly, it’s not even funny

 

To echo what others have so eloquently said, the cast and crew have worked diligently to bring us a high quality drama against all odds

 

The last thing we need is to undermine this beautiful romance by introducing memes about SJK’s “reaction”

 

Ugh, I just hate how crucial moments in this drama are turned into meme fodder!

[gumtaek]

 

[tlireal]

@nmgzlz thank you for coming out! I really enjoyed your post so much! 

[dukesa1122]

52 minutes ago, jl08 said:

Someone said Korea is not ready for change and that has affected the ratings. Yes, it's a pity that a fine piece of work like "Boyfriend", is not given the best support from the K-netizens. The old might frown upon romance between a married woman (SHK) making out with a younger man (PBG) and find it hard to accept the drama. 

 

For me, SHK has broken traditional expectations when she accepted the role of CSH in "Boyfriend". I admire her for her courage to try to change the old school of thoughts, for the larger good of society. I admire her resilience to bashers. She has probably set the tone for a divorced woman to fall in love with a much younger guy with the right to experience the same respect from families and society for their own choices to live their own lives.  PBG has explored this boundaries, believes in himself that he could do a good job as KJH, gotten permission to go ahead without burden, and that's what he did - immersed himself totally.

 

 

Raising my hands. Lol i said that but you explained it a hundred times better! This is the reason why I stuck with SHK all these years and why I’m starting to be a fan of PBG. 

 

25 minutes ago, stardustvoid said:

 

Can we not introduce SJK memes in this thread? Frankly, it’s not even funny

 

 

Ditto. Whats funny is those who post memes about SJK or bring up SJK are actually new posters in this thread. It seems like they are intentionally posting them. 

 

Can the mods please delete those posts? After all, SJK has NOTHING to do with this drama so they are basically OUT OF TOPIC. 

 

I am getting so annoyed right now.

[jl08]

1 hour ago, nmgzlz said:

It’s just not the time to be thinking about kids so please Jinsoo, be safe in Cuba juseyo

 

I think the general wish for Cuban babies is for our sweet couple after they have won over their battles, get married in the Cuban Garden of Love, have their gorgeous sunset honeymoon....and the rest will follow....lol

 

On a side note....I really, really love their video call!! It's so much like a couple in love bickering over differences in opinions (I hate video call/I love video call) and all the lovey dovey stuff...even their voices are so sweet to the ears just by teasing each other.  Their love vibes is just so awesome!  

[Smudger]

Spoiler

Do I have to see SJK memes everytime SHK has a new drama now? First few times it was cute. Now it's just annoying. I love SongSongCouple so much and I don't understand why some fans are really keen on making them look like they're not professional. I really feel sorry for them. 

 

 

ctto

[ahdrianaa]

the only husband this thread should be worried about. 

 

Pictures from Cuba shared by staff 

 

 

 

[gigivillaceran]

(leedonghaek) true dear! 

[mesaya]

I have so much on my plate, but my back and my mind wander elsewhere, lol...

I agree with @stardustvoid no meme or mention of SJK, even if it means as a joke. It's not funny, and it irrelevant, unless mentioning that SJK has given his bless to make this drama as successful as possible. That is that. 

 

Last new year holidays, I marathoning "You" from Netflix. It also a slow build drama that first got me so annoyed with all the character's development. It was a hopeless case, I thought. You do everything in the name of love, straight to murders, being manipulative, cheating, and everything that is the opposite to the meaning of love. But, it so twisted that in the end, I could understood and kind of accepting their justification. Scary, right?

 

"Encounter", on the other hand, is really an opposite of "You". It slowly shows the process of gaining trust, falling in love, learning to know each other, try very hard not to hurt other to the extent of not hurting their families, their friends, their colleagues. There's almost no agenda, except to show that they be at each other side to support and be a better person. No manipulative moves to win the other person's heart. Well... we are not talking about the mother, ex mother in law and ex spouse, of course.

 

Both have a lot to sacrifice and be in uncomfortable situations, so many times. Both could only rely on their trust and believe, that love is really worth fighting for, worth to nurture, and worth to have. That's a risk not anybody willing to take. So, it's beautiful to see the ways love slowly move into their heart and be a winner... Let's hope so, since we still have 6 more to go... oh... 

[ck1Oz]

Man. I started ep 1 last week I think.

 

People may know me to be critical. And think I don't enjoy Kdramas. I am not even a SHK fan. Or one who gushes over PBG.

 

But boy this drama is a drama done right. I have never watched such a smooth flow from ep 1- 10  before. The evil characters are there of course. But the directing and scene transition superb. I have never liked SHK as much as her role here. PBG should play less rich guy. Or clever guy and just choose roles like this. I think this is his best so far. I am in love with the couple.

 

I died and gone to Kdrama heaven with the video call. The eternal gripe with separated couples in Kdramas. Finally. A writer FINALLY wrote a scene with a couple contacting each other.

 

The kiss? No comment. Much.

 

It was a kiss scene done right. Right scene. Right time. Right atmosphere. Right epilogue. The OTP had chemistry. The PD is not a prude. The editing allowed close ups and no idiotic 360 camera zoom. The sounds not edited out.

 

What else could you possible want?

 

Oh yeah... part 2 apparently. The continuation on the balcony. Hallelujah a female lead with some libido. And not the shrinking virgin never heard of sex before like the rest of the Kdrama Candies who drive me insane with the limp arms and frozen lips.

 

Hah. Glad I got that off my chest.

 

 

This is a seriously well written drama written by a writer who knows what they are doing. And obviously paired with a PD who can work with her.

 

And good casting. No idols in the lot of them. Bar one. And that is the weakest acting of the lot. That Secretary Jang has really good comic timing. She made me laugh. So does the Director Nam.

 

I am still trying to get over having a mature male lead. I would take more poor younger male leads if it gives me less screeching. Less part time jobs and nose bleeds- you know the perpetual ones in Kdramas.. Poor communication female leads for one Kim Jin Hyuk.

 

The character is actually mature and dignified. He has grit.

 

It is also the first drama where I watched ep 1-8 which is basically a marathon; and not used the fast forward button. In fact may have repeated a few scenes. I do like her friend Ji Min. Her words and acting are so funny and timing so spot on.

 

And is the Cuban blue sky a different colour? I swear it has its own unique shade.

[utkim]

Chill chingus 

 

 

 

 

 

dc

 

[lclarakl]

Only in a K-drama could JH go to Cuba to discuss a deal that in reality he would have no insight into.....that's the magic of Kdramas. I have to say that i loved the last 2 episodes. I'm glad that they are letting others see JH's "worth"/value; that he's an asset to her in this business.

 

Looking forward to the next episode. Unfortunately, it seems her husband is going to also insert himself into the scenario by working at the hotel....he needs a woman that can help him stand up to his mother and realize that CSH has moved on. JH has told her, "I love you" twice. I'm waiting for CSH to tell him how she feels. I know it will be hard for her, but I can't wait for that moment. 

[ahdrianaa]

I am a sucker for moments like this, eyebrows raised and no words needed.

 

 

[Jemrie]

 

10th episode of Encounter reflected growth,maturity,comfortability of their love , how they learn together about patience,sharing,communication.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[httpgttk]

I'm back on this thread after a very busy December. I just watched episode 10 and i'm honestly still reeling from the after effects. Oh my gosh, I think that was the longest kdrama kiss scene I've ever seen??? After watching Reply 1988 and the last two kissing scenes in Encounter (especially that balcony scene), I can say that Bogum truly is the devouring kisser type.... and I don't know what to do with this information. 

[bebebisous33]

The marriage didn't just fail because of the lack of communication between JWS and CSH, their education was the other cause. Both have never been taught to express themselves because of both mothers. CSH never dared to tell JWS how she felt, just like JWS. JWS had not realized that words have power. His education taught him that only money and connections were powerful hence he used his money to console his wife. If he had said something to his wife after the abuse, CSH wouldn't have felt lonely and pitiful. For JWS, words meant nothing that's why she perceived her ex-husband as weak. Now, he is changing a little as he tried to write a poem but let us not forget that the flowers were the main focus. 

JH appears powerful and manly because he expresses himself a lot... like for example "his greed has no limit" and he starts hugging CSH from behind. He tells her what he wants to do and waits for CSH's answer. She turns around and hugs him showing him that she is okay with it. Then in the episode 10, he complains that she has never told him how handsome he was. CSH has never learnt that expressing herself can have a good impact on the partner. JH is actually teaching her about that. That's why JH shows her after getting praised for his good looks, he feels loved and recognized. JH, although younger, is much more experienced and wiser than her. The reason is his knowledge of books. Books and indirectly words influenced him so much. He could gather knowledge and wisdom, therefore he used his books and words to woo CSH, while JWS keeps using gifts (flowers, dress, rings) to impress her. 

JH's behavior contrasts so much with JWS's behavior. JH tells her how he thinks and feels but he still respects her decision. Although our protagonist was hurt, when CSH asked him to keep their distance from each other for a while, JH accepted it. On the other hand, JWS keeps ignoring CSH's words and actions. CSH clearly expresses that she will never go back to him (episode 3, 9) and even how she views her ex-husband as weak man but JWS acts as if he was deaf. the ex-husband thinks that CSH will change her mind. He underestimates CSH's love for JH. In his eyes, since JH is a commoner, he is not worthy of CSH. He congratulated her for the good article and review but overlooked that JH's action was the reason for that. JH is someone below him and CSH. Imagine his feelings, when CSH totally ignores him and lets him wait for three hours. JWS thought, he is entitled to have CSH's visit. JWS needs to learn on the hard way that he is nothing compared to JH. That's why I am looking forward for JWS's meddling in the hotel business. I hope, JH can show him his skills. CSH is gradually changing as well... she is learning not to keep everything to herself.

On the other hand, I hope that JH learns to confide more and more about his own struggles. It was hard to see how JH kept smiling, while he was hurting. CSH knew that very well that's why she asked HI about it. However, JH hadn't said anything to her. Since JH has been taught to act strong and responsible as his parents were working hard, I think, at some point he needs to show his vulnerability in front of CSH, when the latter is strong enough to fight for both of them. Until now, JH knew that CSH would worry so much hence he couldn't tell her everything, too afraid that she might run away.

@twtwb  @Yongzura @stroppyse @nubianlegalmind

[dukesa1122]

Another Food Truck!

 

I’m not sure if ig’s translation is correct but it says SHK’s brother-in-law sent it.

 

 

 

[gumtaek]

[tlireal]

So we still have something opened.

JH still hasn't known that SH hurrily went to their breakfast "date" in Cuba on the next morning. She tried to have another "date" with him, too. Or did I miss something?

SH hasn't told JH, that she loves him. I can't wait to see this too.

Can someone please explain the scene, how JH looked at SH to slend through the gap of the gate in Eps. 10? His stare was amused, surprised oder smt like that? I don't really get it and why did he look at her that way?

Now I don't like SHs ex husband even more. His psyche doesn't seem stable for me. It can make him dangerous. He is so stucked!!

[ahdrianaa]

I think the balcony scene must have been shot more in depth than we know right now. 

 

Some of the staff had taken test shots of the location and they had placed a mike at the bottom of the balcony where the couple were kissing. 

 

 

The crew was initially shooting from the next balcony but the kiss shown in episode 10 is shot from at least two balconies away, so it makes sense that they would place a mike there. 

 

@dukesa1122 
송혜교배우님 오랜팬분께서 연락주셨습니다!! The catering owner said a longtime SHK fan contacted him. Sorry, I don’t think it’s sent by her brother in law.