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Dali and the Cocky Prince is the latest addition to my list of personal favorite K-Dramas.
And boy was I glad of that because, first, that list hasn’t been updated in a while I’ve been despairing that it would never be, heh. And second, I’ve been suffering from a K-Drama slump before picking up Dali such that every drama I tried ended up being dropped. So I was glad I liked this drama.
For those looking for their next K-Drama to watch, here’s a review of Dali and the Cocky Prince.
Dali and the Cocky Prince Review
About
Dali and the Cocky Prince is a romantic comedy, with a little mystery plot on the side. It was released in 2021 and has 16 hour-long episodes.
It’s an inspiring drama that shows how one can overcome life’s obstacles and difficulties. It also shows how two different people can come together, fall in love, and turn those differences into positive things.
Synopsis
Kim Da Li is a young woman in her late twenties who has studied, and works in, the arts. Her family is rich, belongs to the top society in Korea, and owns a well-renowned museum.
Jin Moo Hak is a self-made man in his early thirties or late twenties. He grew up poor, but through hard work, has built a successful food empire.
Da Li is book-smart and cultured, while Moo Has has street smarts and good business sense. These two couldn’t be more different from each other.
A chance meeting and mistaken identity encounter abroad brought them together, and Moo Hak sort of fell in love with Da Li at first sight. There was a simmering attraction between them then, but they unexpectedly parted ways. They meet again when they are both back in Korea and come to learn that Moo Hak is now Da Li’s creditor.
During this time, Da Li struggles to run and save the family business that she inherited when her father died. She has also become impoverished as the family went bankrupt, prompting her to seek shelter at her brother’s small rooftop apartment that Mook Hak owns.
Moo Hak, with his sharp business skills, helps Dali, who’s untrained in running a business, get back on her feet. Constant company with each other rekindles the attraction that once started abroad.
What I Liked
Comedy
Dali and the Cocky Prince lives up to its comedy genre—it’s hilarious. I haven’t watched a K-Drama that’s truly funny in a long time, so I was glad this one delivered.
Moo Hak and the side characters, particularly, provided the laughs. Moo Hak’s secretary, especially, was not only hilarious but also cute.
Characters
I like all the characters, even the villains since they played their roles well.
The main leads, Da Li and Moo Hak, fit their roles. Da Li was believable as a fine, cultured woman who was focused only on the creative side of running a museum, while Moo Hak was credible as a less cultured, yet smart businessman.
Acting
Everyone’s acting was great. No one was cringy or not at par.
I’ve seen the actress who played Da Li in another drama (Romance is a Bonus Book) where her character there was completely different from her role here and I can say she has range. She can play different roles and be believable in them.
Chemistry
Da Li and Moo Hak share one of the best chemistries I’ve seen in K-Drama. Even if their characters in the drama were meant to be opposites, still, they still fit each other perfectly. They were the perfect example of that old adage “opposites attract” because they were the opposites that needed and complemented each other well. They were believable as lovers and so cute together. Their tandem would make you swoon.
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Romance
I love the romance between Da Li and Moo Hak. It was mature and uncomplicated, yet still sweet and cute. They supported and were there for, each other, especially Moo Hak who was a pillar for Da Li during troubled times. I liked that they talked things out and didn’t let misunderstandings get in between them. And I love how unwavering their love for each other was that they didn’t let other people sway them from being together.
I also like how the romantic tension was built in the drama. It was exciting and swoon-worthy to see them getting attracted to, and skirting around, each other before giving in to their attraction. Moo Hak, especially, was adorable when he would keep looking at Da Li when she wasn’t aware, or when he was trying to deny his growing feelings for the latter yet doing some sweet things to her at the same time, or when he would get jealous.
Pacing
The pacing of the drama was good. No part dragged and I think most of the scenes contributed to the narrative.
Supporting Cast
I love the supporting cast. They have great chemistry, too. Their interactions were natural and seamless. Their comedic timing was good and they would give you the laughs at the right time.
Ending
The ending was a bit suspenseful as at first you can’t tell how some events developed and I like that. Though actually, I already predicted how it would turn out, still, the way they spun the ending was a nice touch.
It was a clear-cut happy ending, so I loved it. If you’ve been watching several K-Dramas for a while, you might have noticed that some, if not most, have sad or vague endings which are so frustrating, so having a defined and perceivable conclusion was a big relief.
What I Didn’t Like
There isn’t anything major that I didn’t like about Dali and the Cocky Prince. I believe most of the scenes contributed to the drama as a whole.
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Final Thoughts
In closing, if you’re looking for a romantic comedy that delivers both romance and comedy, then Dali and the Cocky Prince is the way to go. Your 16 hours (or so) won’t be wasted.
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Thank you for this suggestion, I will give it a try
You’re welcome! Hope you like it.
Good suggestion, I will try it