One of the reasons I enjoy Kdrama so much is the slower physical pace. I live in the USA, and too many programs (my opinion obviously) spend an excessive amount of focus on this. Need to fill a story gap? Insert a bedroom scene😢
Hi Sean. Loved the video. You even used one of my questions on your video so thank you! I truly think the male leads in Kdramas are the most beautiful men. What I found most surprising about them is how tall they are. From my research it turns out that the average male height is pretty close to that of the US. I read that the reason Korean men are the tallest among all the Asian cultures is due to their diet. My son is in the Air Force in Osun and he agrees that the Korean people are beautiful.
Thank you. Yes, although many young Koreans these days live off of junk food like instant noodles as well, it's relatively less prevalent. The diet is more doable with Korean food~
Very informative and nice to watch your interaction with each other. Yes, I watch a lot of k dramas and enjoy the fact that there isn’t a surplus of sexual encounters. I also think there seems to be an over abundance of shouting in office settings and I am glad to hear this practice is dying out. This bullying practice in business would not be tolerated in Canada.
Thank you for this video. I know that kdramas are a little bit polished, but we (or I) want them to be a true reflection of Korean society, especially the kind of innocence we have lost in the Western world. The same is true for cdramas as well.
It's wonderful to watch your kdramas where they respect each other and love that the girls wear decent clothes. They don't let it all hang out like American movies. I never watch Western drama anymore.
I like this style! I have just found Korean dramas this year and really like them. Most are very sweet with predictable plots and endings but I like that - it makes me feel good and happy! Maybe you could talk about some of your favorites. I started with Alchemy of Souls - I didn't even know it was a Korean Drama - but it was so good I watched it several times. The story was fun and the scenery and photography was amazing. I fell in love with Jung So Min!
@@abitdifferentkoreans Yes I loved that one - Park Eun Bin is one of my favorites! I also loved Castaway Diva - she is so talented - I loved her voice! Almost as good as IU!
If you have access to VIKI, you've got to watch Little Forest. It's a different kind of reality series, with celebrities dealing with city kids in a rural setting. Jung So-Min reveals her, IMHO, true nature, and adorable, sweet, and loving young Lady, in every sense of the word. And her performance in Because This Is My First Life was simply incredible.
thank you very much for your insight and perspective on all the questions. I knew nothing at all about Korea until 3/4 yrs ago. I got fed up of watching asian dramas they are way to long .. like 2/3 yrs they can run. story line is always the same. I felt to much frustration while watching. I just happened by Korean and chinese dramas and have stayed with it since then. I am now learning Korean and will attempt the mandarin once I finished mastering Korean... because I have an aptitude for language since young I have picked dup a lot just watching the dramas.... im 68 now and still learning.. 😁 keep up your good content... and blessed in your life
Sean and Jen, I like watching your information videos. This one today helps answer K-drama questions. Cooking some side dishes was also fun. I really enjoyed seeing your beautiful wife, Jen, she had some nice answers about a woman love gestures to their partner. I have a Thai family and we live in Sacramento, CA. so if you ever travel in this area we would love to meet you and prepare some Thai dishes for you. Thanks for your videos.
Thank you for such an interesting, and informative video. I watch a lot of K dramas, and have always wondered about some of the things that you covered .You two are just the sweetest couple ever, and your side dishes looked so delicious!
One comment on kdramas reflecting Korean culture: They do, to a grater or lesser extent, just as your video portrayed an example of the culture that I think was unintentional: it's patriarchal nature. You said "we" are preparing side dishes....when actually it was you wife doing 90% of the cooking.....It brought a smile.....
You guys rock!!!. I love the Q&A concept. It works well. The lady is georgeous and her husband well reversed in English. Our curiosity is unlimited so we are really enjoying the valuable info as well as the healthy meal suggestions! Love it all!❤ ❤❤
Thank you so much for answering many of my kdrama questions. I've been a kdrama watcher since 2013. Mornings I watch historicals and afternoons more modern dramas. I have a question maybe you can answer in the future. (Though it may have already been answered. This was the first of your series I've watched.) What I'd like to know is, according to kdramas, it seems rather common to have an elaborate wedding ceremony and then the couple doesn't even bother to register their marriage for months afterwards. Is this a common practice giving them a way out of a marriage without a messy divorce? I look forward to watching all your other videos.
That is an interesting question! I think it's not so purposeful but rather a couple have to take their time off from work to go to the city hall and register themselves.
@@abitdifferentkoreans That's an interesting answer. I would think any employer in the U.S. would give you time off to register (unpaid leave or a couple vacation hours).
im shocked most people assume all kdrama as a reflection of the korean culture etc... NO!... there are a lot of dramas that are just a product of someone's creativity which was heavily influenced by foreign ideas.
Well, Idk know you mean by all kdramas, since only small part of them are those romcoms, so... And if you mean violence, well... Don't see your point exactly either
Unfortunately, people all over the world, including Koreans, believe that movies/tv shows are a reflection of the culture also. Just because it’s on tv or the big screen doesn’t mean it’s real…anywhere!
One good example of that is Squid Games. There was absolutely nothing real about that series. Utter and complete trash, IMHO. That said, all art is a reflection of the society and culture that produced said art, kdramas included. Nothing comes from nothing.
I love K-drama’s almost as much as Sean & Jen’s video’s! I can understand why k-drama’s have a short episode list to fit the broadcasting schedule, however that still leaves me a bit perplexed as to why in subsequent years that they do not entertain season 2, 3 & 4. In North America they will continually do another season the next year as rating keep increasing and they can make money off of a proven entertainment commodity, in K-drama’s you tend to get a single season of up to 16 episodes but the in subsequent years they do not come back with another set of 16 episodes. I am heavily into k-drama’s and after a very emotional journey that is fully rewarding i am left wanting to see more but knowing it will never come. Thank you Sean & Jen for enlightening us as to the portrayal of Korean life and how it is revealed within K-drama’s. Cheers and thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you! As for your question, I think we don't see that many subsequent sequal in Kdramas, because the expectations are too high from the Korean viewers. Nontheless, we're seeing more sequals coming up like Squid Game or Moving.
I will respect man if he crys in a heart breaking situation or any family death or any other strong reason make men crys because this will prof that they are no afraid of showing their emotions.
You actually answered questions I didn't know I had that I was interested in so yes she did answer all my questions and well please continue and I'd like to know more about you ever get the chance on the preparation of the food you're eating but I'd also like to know more about the culture and just a general Everyday People
One of my favorite Korean dishes is Ssambap. The mushroom side dish is so yummy and easy to make. I remember when Korean Dramas had more than 16 episodes. It took a long time to watch them. I’m watching one of the older ones now that has about 52 episodes. Plus some times I’ll watch two different dramas at the same time. On different days of course.
I enjoyed your video very much especially since I am a big fan of KDramas and have watched over a hundred. I like that they are usually wrapped up in about 16 episodes and the stories are interesting, so much of what you see in the U.S. is repetitive and it seems there are no new ideas to explore.
I really enjoyed this video ❤ and I also hope Korea doesnt lose its conservative values like we did here in the states although it looks like things will start changing for the better here very soon 😊.
I think you answered all my questions in this video. Thank you I really like your language, I started learning korean, so I can watch movies without subtitles. You two are lovely. Good luck ❤
I am so happy I've found your channel and am very curious about Korean culture. I'm a 63 year old woman who would love to visit some day and hope I would be welcomed. My husband and I would love to see your country. We do not assume that K dramas are reality, just like what is on here in America. Blessings to your family. Suzanne in Seattle Washington. USA 😊❤ Also, I love Korean food ❤
Very informative! I live in Chile and like most of the KDramas. I have been curious about the food. Porridge I understand but sundae? Pig intestines, no thanks! I was especially curious about the egg dish and how it was made. I’ll give it a try! Thanks!
This just popped up on my feed. I think it was very interesting and informative. I love K dramas. I started watching about six months ago and I’m really addicted since there’s nothing good on TV anymore. I do wish more were dubbed in English though. Sometimes I have to back up because I miss what the caption says. I have two questions. First one is: do people really still sleep on the floor with or without bedding? In their clothes? And, it seems like all they do is eat, eat, eat. How do you stay so slim if you eat three full size meals every day and drink alcohol and fancy coffee drinks?
Thanks for your interests and good observations indeed:) Yes, some people prefer sleeping on floor not on bed, although I can't sleep on the floor. It's a cultural difference. As for the food, yes, Korean people are big eaters, and yet manage to stay fit because the foods are pretty balanced with vegies~
I started eatching K drama during COVID. I personally live the older shows from 2012-2018. Covid has changed the creative stories from the past . Since Covid the stories are all the same fir the most part. Thats my opinion. Note i eatched The Yellow Handerchief in 2002-2003. Started eatching it in Hawaii and came back to Los Angeles and watched it on TV. My Mom and I loved that drama. My overall favorite KDrama is Goblin...well done ✅ A great story and acting 💯
Very informative , I am a die hard fan of Korean series, the new ones and the old ones, l just finished watching My Mister and now Pasta, am loving both. I often wonder why there always seems to be scenes with girl who are falling down drunk, they try to sell it as cute, but it really isn’t. Drinking seems to be a huge part of the culture, or at least , that is how its portrayed. Another thing I have observed is how aggro some of the male characters are, just plain rude, I wonder if that is a thing in Korea, but I find that odd. Food, people are always hungry, there are several eating scenes and a lot of loudly slurping those noodle down with gusto. No matter how predictable these series are, I am hooked. I am learning so much about the culture, food, the country as a whole. It was good to have some of the questions I too wondered about , answered.
Thanks for waching. As for your questions, yes, drinking is big part of culture, but it's getting better as people have started focusing more on health. The rudeness depicted in dramas is definitely not a thing at all. Nontheless, you see that quite often in dramas because it shows the emotions of main characters in a direct way.
It's probably just my idea, but it seems to me that Korean culture lends itself very well to creating media content that fits well with the model of the so-called hero's journey of Vogler. And, of course, emphasizing the customs and traditions increases the engaging effect on the viewers. 👋🏻 from Italy
@@abitdifferentkoreans I will be happy to watch it! I live in Milan, one of the fashion centers in Europe, during fashion week almost all the testimonials are Korean, both K pop and actors & actresses. Hallyu is a fact, and soft power certainly exists!
I found your TH-cam channel show very interesting and I went ahead and subscribed I'd like to know more realistic information about just people in Korea
Thank you for your videos! I think it's great when Korean men show emotions and can cry. Macho is not good for anyone! Of course, dramas do not show a totally realistic view, but it's fun to learn what's closest to the truth.
Fully agree…most kdramas ( not Korean dramas) on Netflix cater to Americans and Europeans…all about $$$$…case in point - the glory kdrama…so much violence…backstabbing…throw people under the bus…kdramas’ have gotten away from traditional Korean values…no more Korean dramas such as brilliant legacy…찬란한 유산…jewel in the palace…winter sonata…secret love…stairway to heaven…my mister…
Yes I have noticed the same. Netflix is now in the KDrama business, and are making movies with an American twist. This means adding a lot of skin and sexual content. I honestly find their corruption of these beautiful dramas to be disturbing and disgusting. Allowing relationships to develop and deepen through shared experiences and genuine feelings is so beautiful as opposed to first meet and then jump in bed. Like many of the thoughts expressed I don't watch American television. I hope the Kdrama industry recognize the need to keep the drama culture true to the traditional Korean conservative values. This is truly the charm of Kdramas! I don't need to turn on the TV to watch senseless sex, drug usage, violence, and shallow hateful relationships. Kdramas aren't all happy, happy and without fault but they tend to teach valuable lessons on right/wrong and consequences .❤
I really like korean drama and korean language , I feel korean when they speak are so so cute and the evidence infront of us in reality. Korean has very nice skin because I think first they have ki d of think skin which sun does damage the underlying layers much plus its their gens and using a very good skin care on daily basis. I love all korean side dishes 😋 and very healthy food. I changed my diet to korean cusin and my favorite perilla and letuce sam.
Vous êtes un couple très sympa et madame est très jolie ! Merci pour vos précieux conseils et nous remettre dans la réalité ! 🤩Votre nourriture à l'air très saine et bonne !!!👍
Начала смотреть корейские ( и вообще азиатские) сериалы полтора года назад Теперь не могу смотреть фильмы из Европы и Америки. Там все мужчины со щетиной. А азиатские все опрятные, с чистыми лицами. Так скучали по этому. Все очень красивые. Генетика лучше, чем у нас. Волосы красивые, белые зубы. Это мое мнение. Ну, а Джин может смело сниматься в драмах. Красавица.
I just came across your channel and I truly enjoyed watching you guys cook. One question I was curious about that money ask is, why is it that tofu is given when getting out of jail/prison? What’s the reason? Also, can I come and have a taste of your wife’s cooking lol. She’s not only pretty but good in the kitchen. I just subscribed and hopefully I see more of you guys. Have a great day😊
I am sad because Kdramas are changing for worse. The Squid Game and The Trunk are rather American dramas with Korean actors. I prefer those which pursue eternal values. That is why I watch Korean dramas and not European or American ones ,which I dislike. I do not want to see private parts. I hope producers realise there are millions of people like me who will stop watching them if they push it too far.
Why people think korean dramas are a reflection of society? it is like thinking movies and american television are real life, as any work of fiction are exactly that, fictionalized versions of the society in where they are set. I love korean shows, but I would never assume that's the reality of their societal activities. Lovely couple, I love to learn about asian cultures as much as I can.
Hi Sean and Jin. I have a burning question : I 'll come to Korea for 3 month from march 2025 to June 2025. I saw many videos about some deception and disappointment about Korean people, who seem to be not friendly with strangers, making them feeling alone and abounded in a so big town like Seoul ...What can I think about these things ? It made me feel insecure about my decision to stay 3 months...what if I feel alone, with people who don't want meeting me or talking to me ??? I'm from Paris and I was born there, so easy to meet new friends and quickly have activites together, etc...Is it as so hard it looks like ???
Hi there, our latest video may explain here: th-cam.com/video/_j_wUBd2-n0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=xsvY6dm7TozbYx4p Don't worry. Get plugged into expat community in Seoul or attend an international church. You'll be fine. Korean young people are so nice to get to know you~
Hi. First time watching your video. Really love it. Thank you so much for answering the questions & explaining it so well for fans to understand the Korean culture. Question 7 is really confusing. Celebs being more handsome or beautiful than the average Korean. I have seen video's stating that most Korean celebs has plastic surgery. How true this is I don’t know. Before & after picture showing the big changes. Keep up the good work. That side dishes is making me so hungry. As a South African we like making side dishes on Sundays because it is a day families get together to socialize. ❤❤❤
Thanks for your comment and welcome to our channel! As for plastic surgery, yes, many celebs actually get it done (double eyelid, nose, etc), so they look more western.
😂🥰🫶🏻omg you both are very good looking people - celebrity’s are a different kind of pretty but beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. 😂the cute cringy things were adorable and funny. Most people do this to each other bcz everybody likes “cute” & “charm”. ㅎㅎㅎ🥰🥰🥰 thank you for the amazing video ((oh and the food looks amazing!!!)
I often see bosses or superiors hurting or slapping their underlings when they displease the boss. Does that happen? In the Philippines, that could end up in lawsuits.
When we came to visit last month I came to visit an ortho clinic for my back pain. I was surprised to see how good the doctor was and the diagnosis was really quick (x-ray) considering that it was a clinic not a hospital.
Very informative. Of course we have to remember that what's on the screen isn't always a true representation just like American tv isn't necessarily what Americans are like. I do still wonder about the huge mouthfuls of food that Koreans in the dramas seem to take. We don't do that here and I think I might choke!
Thanks. Haha when it comes to a wrap like in our video, it's usually mouthful, as it contains meat and a variety of vegetables. Other than that, such scenes are exaggerated to highlight the lively and happy vibe.
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i love asian guys i love there face and eyes famous or not but im in usa
Hi I enjoyed watching your video. Very educational, I fell in love with korea. I do my best to be realistic watching my programs. I do like a lot of your cultural experiences. I'm not going to believe that korea does not have its situation from time to time, but respect and expressing good behavior is what I love. Take care and travel safe. Roberta from 🇺🇸
Awesome and engaging video on Korean lifestyle and food ❤️❤️👏👏. You are amazing couple loving and caring 🥰😘. I love K dramas. It is entertaining and refreshing, depicting their love and rich culture. Awaiting more lovely videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🍀🫰
One thing I always notice in Kdrama is the women in it cooks 20 dishes, feeds all and says- sorry I could only cook this less 😂 for you guys as I didn't know you would come. Also they serve food for 5 ppl to 1 person. Is it true in reality?
@@DuckGia "Who is my love" starring Lee tae ran was one of them. "To be with you" and few others that I can not remember right now. Back then, Kdramas were not popular in the west. I live in a city with a large korean population and they had a small tv station and broadcast the dramas and added the sub-titles. They still very traditional dramas and not like what you see now. I absolutely loved them
I loved the actor lee sun kyun. I was very upset because I felt he was pressured to take his own life. Did Koreans feel for him? Was he considered a great actor?
Wow! I still wonder why the bites are so big! Some of that food never hits the taste buds. Is that a thing historically too? Was it just more convenient to eat things wrapped in a leaf, since chopsticks were really the only utensils?
The act is called 'Ssam' and Koreans eat lettuce wrap when eating bbq meat. It's healthy when you eat meat with vegies. Once you try it, I'm sure you can't go back:)
As a 57 year old British man the first South Korean content I saw was Old Man which was disturbing to say the least and I’m no stranger to violence. The last couple of years since watching Squid Game I would say 80% of dramas I watch are Korean due to high quality and also the fact that it is a alien culture to mine so I can tolerate say Romcom’s that I wouldn’t from Western nations. I realised from the start Korean culture was stylized and exaggerated but it was the question of very slow sexual development in a relationship that bemused me. ( the portrayal of a ROK Marine as a soft under the thumb cry-baby in Queen of Tears infuriated me! )Now the question of suicide in Korea such as the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun seems to follow that portrayed in dramas where people are driven to this extreme by the authorities, media, companies and the public sentiment. Thank you for the valuable insight! 🫡👍
Merci beaucoup pour votre vidéo très intéressante moi je regarde beaucoup les Kdrama et j’aime beaucoup comme la série Docteur s je l’ai regardé une vingtaine de fois ,Young lady and Gentleman je l’ai aussi regardé plusieurs fois et surtout la série crash Landing on you j’ai pleuré les larmes de mon cœur et l’ai regardée une vingtaine de fois toujours en pleurant quand j’ai appris leur mariage j’étais contente en plus dans la série ils voulaient avoir deux enfants leur c’est réalisé c’est leurs destin j’ai même acheté cette série en DVD qui m’est parvenue par le Japon je regarde votre vidéo depuis la France Paris je vous remercie portez-vous bien 🙏🏻✌️
Thanks for the insights. I'm curious: In K-Dramas, when someone gets angry with someone else, sometimes they'll "explode" in anger near the end of their sentence. Is this type of exaggerated outburst normal or more part of the acting style?
One of the reasons I enjoy Kdrama so much is the slower physical pace. I live in the USA, and too many programs (my opinion obviously) spend an excessive amount of focus on this. Need to fill a story gap? Insert a bedroom scene😢
Yes, I hope we can continue to see that going forward~
Hi Sean. Loved the video. You even used one of my questions on your video so thank you! I truly think the male leads in Kdramas are the most beautiful men. What I found most surprising about them is how tall they are. From my research it turns out that the average male height is pretty close to that of the US. I read that the reason Korean men are the tallest among all the Asian cultures is due to their diet. My son is in the Air Force in Osun and he agrees that the Korean people are beautiful.
Thank you. Yes, although many young Koreans these days live off of junk food like instant noodles as well, it's relatively less prevalent. The diet is more doable with Korean food~
Korean dramas are so much more romantic ..the slow burn .
Yes they are :)
Very informative and nice to watch your interaction with each other. Yes, I watch a lot of k dramas and enjoy the fact that there isn’t a surplus of sexual encounters. I also think there seems to be an over abundance of shouting in office settings and I am glad to hear this practice is dying out. This bullying practice in business would not be tolerated in Canada.
Yes right. Thanks!
Thank you for this video. I know that kdramas are a little bit polished, but we (or I) want them to be a true reflection of Korean society, especially the kind of innocence we have lost in the Western world. The same is true for cdramas as well.
Thank you. It's interesting to see the growing interest in other cultures~
It's wonderful to watch your kdramas where they respect each other and love that the girls wear decent clothes. They don't let it all hang out like American movies. I never watch Western drama anymore.
Thank you:)
That's how a happy Couple looks like 😊
Haha thanks:)
I like this style! I have just found Korean dramas this year and really like them. Most are very sweet with predictable plots and endings but I like that - it makes me feel good and happy! Maybe you could talk about some of your favorites. I started with Alchemy of Souls - I didn't even know it was a Korean Drama - but it was so good I watched it several times. The story was fun and the scenery and photography was amazing. I fell in love with Jung So Min!
Try watching 'extra attorney Woo' as it's quite different from the typical Kdramas.
@@abitdifferentkoreans AGREE Attorney Woo was an incredible drama
@@abitdifferentkoreans Yes I loved that one - Park Eun Bin is one of my favorites! I also loved Castaway Diva - she is so talented - I loved her voice! Almost as good as IU!
You're not the only one who fell for Jung So-min playing Naksu/Mu-deok. She's an awesome actress and so adorable
If you have access to VIKI, you've got to watch Little Forest. It's a different kind of reality series, with celebrities dealing with city kids in a rural setting. Jung So-Min reveals her, IMHO, true nature, and adorable, sweet, and loving young Lady, in every sense of the word. And her performance in Because This Is My First Life was simply incredible.
Terrific video - cooking and chatting! Good job.
Thank you:)
thank you very much for your insight and perspective on all the questions.
I knew nothing at all about Korea until 3/4 yrs ago. I got fed up of watching asian dramas they are way to long .. like 2/3 yrs they can run. story line is always the same. I felt to much frustration while watching. I just happened by Korean and chinese dramas and have stayed with it since then. I am now learning Korean and will attempt the mandarin once I finished mastering Korean... because I have an aptitude for language since young I have picked dup a lot just watching the dramas.... im 68 now and still learning.. 😁
keep up your good content... and blessed in your life
Great to hear that. Thank you!
Sean and Jen, I like watching your information videos. This one today helps answer K-drama questions. Cooking some side dishes was also fun. I really enjoyed seeing your beautiful wife, Jen, she had some nice answers about a woman love gestures to their partner. I have a Thai family and we live in Sacramento, CA. so if you ever travel in this area we would love to meet you and prepare some Thai dishes for you. Thanks for your videos.
wow thank you for your kind words and offer!
This is such a sweet and informative video! You two are so fun to learn from. Your side dishes look delicious!
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for such an interesting, and informative video. I watch a lot of K dramas, and have always wondered about some of the things that you covered .You two are just the sweetest couple ever, and your side dishes looked so delicious!
Thank you:)
Thanks for bringing this topic to light, if what you say is true, good. There's still Hope.
Yes:)
One comment on kdramas reflecting Korean culture: They do, to a grater or lesser extent, just as your video portrayed an example of the culture that I think was unintentional: it's patriarchal nature. You said "we" are preparing side dishes....when actually it was you wife doing 90% of the cooking.....It brought a smile.....
Wow! Thank you! Just FYI. In Ontario, Canada we pay nothing for health care, but may have to pay a percentage of the cost of a prescription
Yes, that's great too! Thank you~
Yes, but you omitted to mention how very, very long you have to wait for major procedures.
And how high your taxes are to pay for it.
#4 really baffles me. Thank you for providing clarification.
Glad you enjoyed it~
You guys rock!!!. I love the Q&A concept. It works well. The lady is georgeous and her husband well reversed in English. Our curiosity is unlimited so we are really enjoying the valuable info as well as the healthy meal suggestions! Love it all!❤ ❤❤
Thank you for your words and encouragement!
Thanks!
Thank you very much:)
Thank you so much for answering many of my kdrama questions. I've been a kdrama watcher since 2013. Mornings I watch historicals and afternoons more modern dramas. I have a question maybe you can answer in the future. (Though it may have already been answered. This was the first of your series I've watched.) What I'd like to know is, according to kdramas, it seems rather common to have an elaborate wedding ceremony and then the couple doesn't even bother to register their marriage for months afterwards. Is this a common practice giving them a way out of a marriage without a messy divorce? I look forward to watching all your other videos.
That is an interesting question! I think it's not so purposeful but rather a couple have to take their time off from work to go to the city hall and register themselves.
@@abitdifferentkoreans That's an interesting answer. I would think any employer in the U.S. would give you time off to register (unpaid leave or a couple vacation hours).
im shocked most people assume all kdrama as a reflection of the korean culture etc... NO!... there are a lot of dramas that are just a product of someone's creativity which was heavily influenced by foreign ideas.
Surprisingly people still believe that
Well, Idk know you mean by all kdramas, since only small part of them are those romcoms, so... And if you mean violence, well... Don't see your point exactly either
Unfortunately, people all over the world, including Koreans, believe that movies/tv shows are a reflection of the culture also. Just because it’s on tv or the big screen doesn’t mean it’s real…anywhere!
Well the same is true of American drama for the last 75yrs.
One good example of that is Squid Games. There was absolutely nothing real about that series. Utter and complete trash, IMHO. That said, all art is a reflection of the society and culture that produced said art, kdramas included. Nothing comes from nothing.
Lovely video filming approach. Love it. You are both a very loving and cute couple. Lovely to watch both of you interact with each other !
Glad you liked it. Thank you!
I love K-drama’s almost as much as Sean & Jen’s video’s! I can understand why k-drama’s have a short episode list to fit the broadcasting schedule, however that still leaves me a bit perplexed as to why in subsequent years that they do not entertain season 2, 3 & 4. In North America they will continually do another season the next year as rating keep increasing and they can make money off of a proven entertainment commodity, in K-drama’s you tend to get a single season of up to 16 episodes but the in subsequent years they do not come back with another set of 16 episodes. I am heavily into k-drama’s and after a very emotional journey that is fully rewarding i am left wanting to see more but knowing it will never come. Thank you Sean & Jen for enlightening us as to the portrayal of Korean life and how it is revealed within K-drama’s. Cheers and thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you! As for your question, I think we don't see that many subsequent sequal in Kdramas, because the expectations are too high from the Korean viewers. Nontheless, we're seeing more sequals coming up like Squid Game or Moving.
I agree!
I will respect man if he crys in a heart breaking situation or any family death or any other strong reason make men crys because this will prof that they are no afraid of showing their emotions.
Yes agreed
You actually answered questions I didn't know I had that I was interested in so yes she did answer all my questions and well please continue and I'd like to know more about you ever get the chance on the preparation of the food you're eating but I'd also like to know more about the culture and just a general Everyday People
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the video. By the way, you are both really good looking people. Both of you.
Edit: And also super cute when interacting with each other.
Thank you, we appreciate it!
Thank you for taking time and explaining it with perfect English
Thank you for watching!
One of my favorite Korean dishes is Ssambap. The mushroom side dish is so yummy and easy to make.
I remember when Korean Dramas had more than 16 episodes. It took a long time to watch them. I’m watching one of the older ones now that has about 52 episodes. Plus some times I’ll watch two different dramas at the same time. On different days of course.
Wow you're so into Kdramas! Thanks ~
I enjoyed your video very much especially since I am a big fan of KDramas and have watched over a hundred. I like that they are usually wrapped up in about 16 episodes and the stories are interesting, so much of what you see in the U.S. is repetitive and it seems there are no new ideas to explore.
Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed it
I really enjoyed this video ❤ and I also hope Korea doesnt lose its conservative values like we did here in the states although it looks like things will start changing for the better here very soon 😊.
Yes, we hope the U.S. to change for the better as well. Thank you:)
Very informative and insightful! Fun to watch the cooking too!
Do you tend to finish all your dishes with each meal?
I enjoy your videos very much 😊👍
Thank you~ yes, we usually finish all our dishes:)
I think you answered all my questions in this video. Thank you I really like your language, I started learning korean, so I can watch movies without subtitles. You two are lovely. Good luck ❤
Thank you:)
Thank you! You have answered many of my questions. I am very delighted with K dramas. I look forward to more videos!
Thank you!
I am so happy I've found your channel and am very curious about Korean culture. I'm a 63 year old woman who would love to visit some day and hope I would be welcomed. My husband and I would love to see your country. We do not assume that K dramas are reality, just like what is on here in America. Blessings to your family. Suzanne in Seattle Washington. USA 😊❤ Also, I love Korean food ❤
Thank you so much! Korea is a wonderful country to visit! 😊
You guys are great! I loved watching the meal making and the food looks amazing.. thank you for answering all those questions too.. keep it up!
Thank you!
Very informative! I live in Chile and like most of the KDramas. I have been curious about the food. Porridge I understand but sundae? Pig intestines, no thanks! I was especially curious about the egg dish and how it was made. I’ll give it a try! Thanks!
Welcome! We plan to visit Chile maybe next Month or so~
The food looks fantastic and i wish you could include the recipes.
Thanks. We'll cover the recipes the next time we show the viewers our cooking:)
This just popped up on my feed. I think it was very interesting and informative. I love K dramas. I started watching about six months ago and I’m really addicted since there’s nothing good on TV anymore. I do wish more were dubbed in English though. Sometimes I have to back up because I miss what the caption says. I have two questions. First one is: do people really still sleep on the floor with or without bedding? In their clothes? And, it seems like all they do is eat, eat, eat. How do you stay so slim if you eat three full size meals every day and drink alcohol and fancy coffee drinks?
Thanks for your interests and good observations indeed:) Yes, some people prefer sleeping on floor not on bed, although I can't sleep on the floor. It's a cultural difference. As for the food, yes, Korean people are big eaters, and yet manage to stay fit because the foods are pretty balanced with vegies~
Would love to see how Korean make soup so quickly for dinner everyday. It looks delicious 😋
Yes, as we're traveling, we try to make healthy and easy foods.
Thanks for answering all the question I was actually curious myself of all the questions that was answers❤
Thank you:)
I started eatching K drama during COVID. I personally live the older shows from 2012-2018. Covid has changed the creative stories from the past . Since Covid the stories are all the same fir the most part. Thats my opinion. Note i eatched The Yellow Handerchief in 2002-2003. Started eatching it in Hawaii and came back to Los Angeles and watched it on TV. My Mom and I loved that drama. My overall favorite KDrama is Goblin...well done ✅ A great story and acting 💯
Yes Goblin was super popular in Korea. Try 'Extra attorney woo' as it offers fresh approach.
Good to watch gives you more of an insight in how it is in Korea
Thank you~
Thank you for answering most of my questions! A great video with beautiful people!
Thank you for watching~
Very informative , I am a die hard fan of Korean series, the new ones and the old ones, l just finished watching My Mister and now Pasta, am loving both. I often wonder why there always seems to be scenes with girl who are falling down drunk, they try to sell it as cute, but it really isn’t. Drinking seems to be a huge part of the culture, or at least , that is how its portrayed.
Another thing I have observed is how aggro some of the male characters are, just plain rude, I wonder if that is a thing in Korea, but I find that odd.
Food, people are always hungry, there are several eating scenes and a lot of loudly slurping those noodle down with gusto.
No matter how predictable these series are, I am hooked.
I am learning so much about the culture, food, the country as a whole.
It was good to have some of the questions I too wondered about , answered.
Thanks for waching. As for your questions, yes, drinking is big part of culture, but it's getting better as people have started focusing more on health. The rudeness depicted in dramas is definitely not a thing at all. Nontheless, you see that quite often in dramas because it shows the emotions of main characters in a direct way.
Thanks for all the explanations. Korean healthcare is great. I wish we had here where I live. ❤
You could. Many foreigners in fact immigrate to Korea these days:)
Great video. Thank you, respectful, informative and kind and sharing. You two seem a great couple! Long and happy lives to you 🙂
Thanks for your kind words, we appreciate it.
Would love the recipes for your side dishes!
Thanks for your interest! We'll share some recipe ideas in future videos!
Really enjoyed your video thankyou xx
Glad you enjoyed it!
I wish I could taste it, it looks delicious! If you ever come to Canada, I would love to share a meal with you! 😀 Thank you for the video!
Yes, we'd love to when we visit Canada! Thank you:)
It's probably just my idea, but it seems to me that Korean culture lends itself very well to creating media content that fits well with the model of the so-called hero's journey of Vogler. And, of course, emphasizing the customs and traditions increases the engaging effect on the viewers. 👋🏻 from Italy
Yes, thanks! Btw, we visited Italy too. Loved it. Will post videos as well~
@@abitdifferentkoreans I will be happy to watch it! I live in Milan, one of the fashion centers in Europe, during fashion week almost all the testimonials are Korean, both K pop and actors & actresses. Hallyu is a fact, and soft power certainly exists!
I found your TH-cam channel show very interesting and I went ahead and subscribed I'd like to know more realistic information about just people in Korea
Welcome to our channel and thank you!
Thank you for your videos! I think it's great when Korean men show emotions and can cry. Macho is not good for anyone! Of course, dramas do not show a totally realistic view, but it's fun to learn what's closest to the truth.
Thank you for watching~
The best Aegyo scene was Kim Ji Won in Fight For My Way 😂
Excellent very interesting. And Jin is so cute.
Please more vidéos like this.
I wil ad my own question later. Thank you so much
thank you for watching!
Informative. Shocking how you tasted the cooking.
Glad you found it helpful!
Sean, that was a HERO bite at the end there!
Haha yes a big king bite:)
Fully agree…most kdramas ( not Korean dramas) on Netflix cater to Americans and Europeans…all about $$$$…case in point - the glory kdrama…so much violence…backstabbing…throw people under the bus…kdramas’ have gotten away from traditional Korean values…no more Korean dramas such as brilliant legacy…찬란한 유산…jewel in the palace…winter sonata…secret love…stairway to heaven…my mister…
My mister is a masterpiece
wow you've watched a lot of Kdramas indeed~
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Yes I have noticed the same. Netflix is now in the KDrama business, and are making movies with an American twist. This means adding a lot of skin and sexual content. I honestly find their corruption of these beautiful dramas to be disturbing and disgusting.
Allowing relationships to develop and deepen through shared experiences and genuine feelings is so beautiful as opposed to first meet and then jump in bed. Like many of the thoughts expressed I don't watch American television. I hope the Kdrama industry recognize the need to keep the drama culture true to the traditional Korean conservative values. This is truly the charm of Kdramas!
I don't need to turn on the TV to watch senseless sex, drug usage, violence, and shallow hateful relationships.
Kdramas aren't all happy, happy and without fault but they tend to teach valuable lessons on right/wrong and consequences .❤
I expect Netflix and Disney to destroy future Korean Drama production.
I would love to know more about those wonderful Korean dishes seen in kdramas. So I can stop eating so many noodles 😂
yes, we'll cover more on the dishes.
Thanks for sharing! ❤
Thanks for watching!
Thankyou for a really interesting video! I am watching from the UK 🇬🇧
Thank you:) We recently visited London and loved it~
Thank you very much! I have learned so much from you guys! You are a cute couple! ❤
Thank you:)
I’ve been really enjoying your videos. I don’t skip the ads so that I can’t support you a little. Keep up the good work.
Thank you:)
Yes love the shorter seasons. Honestly, by the time it hits the 16th episode I’m over it. Prefer the 12 to 16 but no more than 16 episodes.
Yes the shorter ones are more impactful indeed!
Whoa that food looks awesome! You two have a lovely energy, keep making videos please!
Thank you!
I really like korean drama and korean language , I feel korean when they speak are so so cute and the evidence infront of us in reality. Korean has very nice skin because I think first they have ki d of think skin which sun does damage the underlying layers much plus its their gens and using a very good skin care on daily basis. I love all korean side dishes 😋 and very healthy food. I changed my diet to korean cusin and my favorite perilla and letuce sam.
Thanks for your interests in Korea!
I love the more conservative values in Korea (I am an American)...it is much more romantic for the pace to be slower and makes the kiss more special.
I agree too!
Vous êtes un couple très sympa et madame est très jolie ! Merci pour vos précieux conseils et nous remettre dans la réalité ! 🤩Votre nourriture à l'air très saine et bonne !!!👍
Thank you:)
I would like to know which neighborhoods r middle to upper class in Seoul, but affordable to live in as well?
It's Gangnam district.
Начала смотреть корейские ( и вообще азиатские) сериалы полтора года назад Теперь не могу смотреть фильмы из Европы и Америки. Там все мужчины со щетиной. А азиатские все опрятные, с чистыми лицами. Так скучали по этому. Все очень красивые. Генетика лучше, чем у нас. Волосы красивые, белые зубы. Это мое мнение. Ну, а Джин может смело сниматься в драмах. Красавица.
Thanks:)
Glad to hear you have universal health coverage in Korea. The U S are way behind in this area.
I guess private healthcare industry has become too big in the U.S. that their profits are more important than citizen's health.
I just came across your channel and I truly enjoyed watching you guys cook. One question I was curious about that money ask is, why is it that tofu is given when getting out of jail/prison? What’s the reason? Also, can I come and have a taste of your wife’s cooking lol. She’s not only pretty but good in the kitchen. I just subscribed and hopefully I see more of you guys. Have a great day😊
Haha thanks. Both Jin and I actually cook a lot. As for tofu, it's symbolic gesture because tofu is white, meaning new fresh start.
I am sad because Kdramas are changing for worse. The Squid Game and The Trunk are rather American dramas with Korean actors. I prefer those which pursue eternal values. That is why I watch Korean dramas and not European or American ones ,which I dislike. I do not want to see private parts. I hope producers realise there are millions of people like me who will stop watching them if they push it too far.
Netflix has globalized Kdramas but made it worse, so try to watch dramas not on Netflix.
@abitdifferentkoreans You are right. Netflix is the worst option now. I miss great stuff like Juvenile Justice, Blind or My Holo Love.
Why people think korean dramas are a reflection of society? it is like thinking movies and american television are real life, as any work of fiction are exactly that, fictionalized versions of the society in where they are set. I love korean shows, but I would never assume that's the reality of their societal activities. Lovely couple, I love to learn about asian cultures as much as I can.
Thanks~
Hi Sean and Jin. I have a burning question : I 'll come to Korea for 3 month from march 2025 to June 2025. I saw many videos about some deception and disappointment about Korean people, who seem to be not friendly with strangers, making them feeling alone and abounded in a so big town like Seoul ...What can I think about these things ? It made me feel insecure about my decision to stay 3 months...what if I feel alone, with people who don't want meeting me or talking to me ??? I'm from Paris and I was born there, so easy to meet new friends and quickly have activites together, etc...Is it as so hard it looks like ???
Hi there, our latest video may explain here:
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Don't worry. Get plugged into expat community in Seoul or attend an international church. You'll be fine. Korean young people are so nice to get to know you~
I enjoyed this enjoyed and joined the channel right away! A great relationship -
Thank you:)
Hi. First time watching your video. Really love it. Thank you so much for answering the questions & explaining it so well for fans to understand the Korean culture. Question 7 is really confusing. Celebs being more handsome or beautiful than the average Korean. I have seen video's stating that most Korean celebs has plastic surgery. How true this is I don’t know. Before & after picture showing the big changes. Keep up the good work. That side dishes is making me so hungry. As a South African we like making side dishes on Sundays because it is a day families get together to socialize. ❤❤❤
Thanks for your comment and welcome to our channel! As for plastic surgery, yes, many celebs actually get it done (double eyelid, nose, etc), so they look more western.
😂🥰🫶🏻omg you both are very good looking people - celebrity’s are a different kind of pretty but beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. 😂the cute cringy things were adorable and funny. Most people do this to each other bcz everybody likes “cute” & “charm”. ㅎㅎㅎ🥰🥰🥰 thank you for the amazing video ((oh and the food looks amazing!!!)
Thank you:)
I often see bosses or superiors hurting or slapping their underlings when they displease the boss. Does that happen? In the Philippines, that could end up in lawsuits.
As stated in the video, very exaggerated. It's a criminal behaviour as well in Korea.
When we came to visit last month I came to visit an ortho clinic for my back pain. I was surprised to see how good the doctor was and the diagnosis was really quick (x-ray) considering that it was a clinic not a hospital.
Yes, glad you enjoyed the first class medical treatment of Korea. Yes, foreign tourists can enjoy thr great benefits!
Great video and Primo Food !!! So good to watch snd made me sooo hungry Lol. Safe Travels. Nga Mihinui from New Zealand Aoteara 🎉
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
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Wow, that is a lot of time spent cooking three meals a day with five dishes for each meal!
That's 15 dishes (3*5=15) in one day!!
The reason to try Korean foods:)
Very informative. Of course we have to remember that what's on the screen isn't always a true representation just like American tv isn't necessarily what Americans are like. I do still wonder about the huge mouthfuls of food that Koreans in the dramas seem to take. We don't do that here and I think I might choke!
Thanks. Haha when it comes to a wrap like in our video, it's usually mouthful, as it contains meat and a variety of vegetables. Other than that, such scenes are exaggerated to highlight the lively and happy vibe.
i love asian guys i love there face and eyes famous or not but im in usa
Sheesh, make me hungry why don’t ya. 😂
Haha sorry:)
I've seen a few of your videos and really enjoy listening and watching. I subbed.
Welcome! Thank you~
Hi
I enjoyed watching your video. Very educational, I fell in love with korea. I do my best to be realistic watching my programs. I do like a lot of your cultural experiences. I'm not going to believe that korea does not have its situation from time to time, but respect and expressing good behavior is what I love. Take care and travel safe.
Roberta from 🇺🇸
Thanks, Roberta! We love exploring different cultures and sharing the things we learn along the way:)
Your wife is prettier than many of the actresses. Thank you for sharing your videos. I love learning from them.
Thank you:)
Awesome and engaging video on Korean lifestyle and food ❤️❤️👏👏. You are amazing couple loving and caring 🥰😘. I love K dramas. It is entertaining and refreshing, depicting their love and rich culture. Awaiting more lovely videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🍀🫰
Thank you:)
Agree with you on all your points. BTW, love the adorable puppy in your profile pic.
One thing I always notice in Kdrama is the women in it cooks 20 dishes, feeds all and says- sorry I could only cook this less 😂 for you guys as I didn't know you would come. Also they serve food for 5 ppl to 1 person. Is it true in reality?
For major holidays, Koreans cook a lot of dishes indeed~
I watched Kdramas way back in the late 90's and early 2000"s and all of those dramas back then were way over 50 episodes
What? 50 XD
@@DuckGia "Who is my love" starring Lee tae ran was one of them. "To be with you" and few others that I can not remember right now. Back then, Kdramas were not popular in the west. I live in a city with a large korean population and they had a small tv station and broadcast the dramas and added the sub-titles. They still very traditional dramas and not like what you see now. I absolutely loved them
That’s a lot of food for a meal, is that a normal size meal in Korea ?
Yes as stated in the video, 5 side dish is usual.
I loved the actor lee sun kyun. I was very upset because I felt he was pressured to take his own life. Did Koreans feel for him? Was he considered a great actor?
Yes, you can refer to my 'untold stories of celebrities' video. Great and beloved actor indeed.
How do I find the untold story of lee sun kyun? I love your videos. Please help me find that video.
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Please talk about the spiritual culture..
Hi there, welcome to our channel. Yes, we'll cover it soon~
Banchan is the best! I can live just on banchan 🤭🤭🤭
Haha yes right!
Wow! I still wonder why the bites are so big! Some of that food never hits the taste buds. Is that a thing historically too? Was it just more convenient to eat things wrapped in a leaf, since chopsticks were really the only utensils?
The act is called 'Ssam' and Koreans eat lettuce wrap when eating bbq meat. It's healthy when you eat meat with vegies. Once you try it, I'm sure you can't go back:)
@abitdifferentkoreans It looks delicious but that's still a large mouthful😮
Canada needs to learn from the South Korean healthcare system. We don’t pay for anything but the wait times to see a Dr or for surgery are terrible.
Yes, long wait is the probelm for most countries that offer free public healthcare
As a 57 year old British man the first South Korean content I saw was Old Man which was disturbing to say the least and I’m no stranger to violence. The last couple of years since watching Squid Game I would say 80% of dramas I watch are Korean due to high quality and also the fact that it is a alien culture to mine so I can tolerate say Romcom’s that I wouldn’t from Western nations. I realised from the start Korean culture was stylized and exaggerated but it was the question of very slow sexual development in a relationship that bemused me. ( the portrayal of a ROK Marine as a soft under the thumb cry-baby in Queen of Tears infuriated me! )Now the question of suicide in Korea such as the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun seems to follow that portrayed in dramas where people are driven to this extreme by the authorities, media, companies and the public sentiment. Thank you for the valuable insight! 🫡👍
Thank you for sharing your take~
Answered most of my questions. Lovely couple
We are glad it was helpful!
Merci beaucoup pour votre vidéo très intéressante moi je regarde beaucoup les Kdrama et j’aime beaucoup comme la série Docteur s je l’ai regardé une vingtaine de fois ,Young lady and Gentleman je l’ai aussi regardé plusieurs fois et surtout la série crash Landing on you j’ai pleuré les larmes de mon cœur et l’ai regardée une vingtaine de fois toujours en pleurant quand j’ai appris leur mariage j’étais contente en plus dans la série ils voulaient avoir deux enfants leur c’est réalisé c’est leurs destin j’ai même acheté cette série en DVD qui m’est parvenue par le Japon je regarde votre vidéo depuis la France Paris je vous remercie portez-vous bien 🙏🏻✌️
Merci!
Thanks for the insights. I'm curious: In K-Dramas, when someone gets angry with someone else, sometimes they'll "explode" in anger near the end of their sentence. Is this type of exaggerated outburst normal or more part of the acting style?
Many scenes are actually exaggerated to visually show the emotions of the characters in the drama.