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The sparkling world of Asian dramas

Hi There!

         I have been watching Asian dramas since long time and thought why not make a record of this journey. In that way I can revisit, remember them and cherish good old time. 

These are some of the good ones that I have encountered in my drama journey. Read the  no spoiler review and decide for yourself!


How it all started?

It all started when I purchased my first laptop! That that time internet was not this ubiquitous and speed was painfully low. I got hooked to watching western series like Supernatural, Vampire diaries and Prison break. I remember getting up very early in the morning when internet traffic was less and one could stream videos easily. After finishing all popular ones in really quick time one day I suddenly understood that I was unable to find anything that kept my interest afloat.That's when I turned my head to the sparkling oriental world. 

         I had never watched any Asian dramas, movies before. For me it was something whose presence I was unaware of. Asian drama world is a complex thing. But one thing is for sure. YOU MUST NEED THE DAMN SUBTITLES!! Unlike English TV series which you can easily watch without subtitles doing this for Asian dramas is a nightmare for a beginner. You have to train your eyes to read subtitles without losing track of visuals. That needs little bit of practice. Other that that you are all set . I have seen many Korean, Japanese, Taiwanese and Chinese dramas. I will try to write about all the good ones which I feel people one should watch.

 So fasten your seat belts for to the ride to this drama world :) 

Cheers!


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