Secret Garden (2010) is a romantic comedy and fantasy drama that portrays the story of a wealthy man and an ordinary woman who exchange their bodies. The series stars Hyun Bin and Ha Ji Won and became quite popular with audiences. In this article, we will provide a synopsis of the drama and review it in detail.
Synopsis:
Secret Garden revolves around Kim Joo-Won (Hyun Bin), a wealthy and intelligent department store owner. Oska (Yoon Sang Hyun) is his cousin, a famous singer in Asia who is a Casanova. One day, Oska requests Joo-Won to pick up an actress from a shooting location to cover up his scandal. Joo-Won mistakenly thinks that Gil Ra Im (Ha Ji Won), a stuntwoman, is the actress he was supposed to pick up. Bringing her to the hotel, Joo-Won realizes his mistake and decides to return her to the shooting location. Ra Im meets Oska and is thrilled to meet her idol.
Joo-Won cannot forget Ra Im and happens to encounter her again and again. Despite his attempts to forget her, he fails to do so. He even visits the stunt school where Ra Im works and auditions for the school. However, their opposing backgrounds make it difficult for them to be together.
Ra Im starts to think about Joo-Won more after their meeting and finds it hard to focus on her work. She even gets fired from an upcoming film for losing concentration. On the other hand, Yeun Sul (Kim Sa Rang), a former partner of Oska, attempts to create a rift between Oska and Joo-Won by going on a blind date with Joo-Won.
Joo-Won follows Ra Im and Oska to Jeju Island, where they are shooting a music video. During the shooting, Ra Im and Joo-Won end up at a restaurant named ‘Secret Garden’ and drink an unidentified liquid, which leaves them unconscious. When they wake up the next day, they have switched bodies.
The rest of the series revolves around Joo-Won and Ra Im trying to find a way to return to their original bodies while gaining a deeper understanding of each other.
Review:
Secret Garden is a unique and intriguing drama; it mostly follows the Cinderella-themed storyline but has its own twist. The plot is engaging, and the character development is excellent, making it easy to connect with the characters and their struggles. Moreover, the cinematography and the music is fantastic, adding an extra layer of emotion to the drama.
The drama has a perfect blend of romance, comedy, and fantasy. The humor and witty dialogues are refreshing, and the leads’ chemistry is exceptional. The concept of body exchange is fascinating, and the actors have done an exceptional job with their roles.
Ha Ji Won delivered a commendable performance as the strong-willed Ra Im. She embodies her character with grace and charm and portrays her character’s emotions flawlessly. Hyun Bin, on the other hand, is exceptional and charming as Joo-Won. He delivers his lines flawlessly with the right amount of humor and seriousness, making his character likable.
Conclusion:
Secret Garden is a must-watch drama for anyone looking for romance, comedy, and a touch of fantasy. The plot is unique and intriguing, and the characters’ development will pull at your heartstrings. The leads’ chemistry is exceptional, and both actors have done an outstanding job with their performances. Overall, Secret Garden is a well-produced drama that is sure to leave you feeling satisfied.
