Kolorful Palette: Red wedding [Shine or Go Crazy]

85 February 21, 2015April 8, 2017

by Fanderay

It’s amazing what a difference a title can make. If I hadn’t specifically been looking at historical dramas for the sake of drawing I don’t think I ever would have given this drama a second glance or even realized who was starring in it. Based on the title alone I think I would have assumed it was an extra low-budget weekend drama or a rom-com with a terrible premise. I can’t say it’s got the making of a favorite drama for me, but Shine or Go Crazy is actually pretty decent, although I still have no idea what the title has to do with the show itself. Perhaps something is lost in translation?

In a nutshell, this drama follows the story of a supposedly cursed Prince Wang So (played by Jang Hyuk) who can change his unlucky fate through a relationship with one of two women. I’ve only watched the first two episodes, but the first time he meets Shin Yool (played by Oh Yeon-Seo) she coerces him into a fake marriage to avoid marrying someone else (I’m hoping it becomes a permanent marriage eventually!). This drawing comes from shortly after that wedding.

Although their “wedding night” has lots of nice moments I primarily drew this because it’s not every day that I get to draw wedding clothes silhouetted in pretty light. Plus it’s always nice to see a pleasant red wedding (any Game of Thrones fans out there?). I also think this night was the most important part of the episode in terms of character development. After being told his whole life that he is bad luck, Wang So realizes for the first time that he can actually do some good in another person’s life (that seems like a pretty key revelation when it comes to making life choices). This specific shot is right before he leaves, when he kisses Shin Yool on the forehead. It’s not really a romantic kiss, but more of a thank you to Shin Yool for showing him his own value and changing his perspective. Of course he doesn’t even know what she looks like so it will be difficult for them to reunite, but she seems rather precocious and bold so I’m sure she’ll make it happen.

It’s sort of funny that they both went through with this fake marriage not knowing that the other was actually royalty. It hasn’t been revealed in the show yet, but according to descriptions Shin Yool is actually the last Princess of Balhae. Balhae is apparently a mixed Korean-Manchurian empire, but I know very little about it so I’m not sure what the implications are politically. This is a historical drama though, so I’m sure it’ll be dramatic!

In all honesty though, the tone so far hasn’t been all that typical. I find that historical dramas are primarily melo and action (even with humor mixed in) or fall firmly into the fusion category, but Shine or Go Crazy seems to fall in the middle. It’s quite light-feeling despite some pretty serious subject matter, but isn’t quite a rom-com either. That’s just fine with me since I tend to get tired of the endless wailing and crying that some sageuks feature, and tend to enjoy the fusion-y variety more if they feature a young cast (think Sungkyunkwan Scandal). I do think the danger of a middle ground is that it has the potential to be less memorable, but so far I’m digging the vibe and find it an easy drama to watch (sometimes when I start a sageuk I feel like I have to detangle all the knots in my brain to sort out all the history and characters). I wasn’t bored though.

It’s still too early to say how enticing I’ll end up finding the overall story, but so far there have certainly been some fantastic looking scenes and great instrumentals (both of which are large contributors to my enjoyment). Another thing I like in particular is that Wang So’s fate can be viewed as a curse or a self-fulfilling prophecy (and I like to think the writers did it on purpose). It was foretold that he would cause bloodshed, and as a result his own mother tried to poison him, but her plan went awry and instead Wang So’s brother was killed along with numerous staff. Is that really a curse, or would it all have been avoided if his mom didn’t believe in the curse and thus didn’t try to murder him? Does he actually need a woman to change his fate, or will his fate only change because he believes it?

Since last week’s attempt at digital watercolor didn’t go so smoothly, that’s what I decided to use again, and I think I almost have my settings back where I want them, at least for this one medium. Unfortunately I reset everything last week in a futile troubleshooting attempt, so every week should be an adventure for a while! I’m sort of liking it though, since fiddling around is helping me to discover some new things. I guess change is ultimately a good thing, whether it’s the result of software failure or forced fake marriage. I think the whole fake marriage thing looks like a little more fun though.

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1 haedorable

February 21, 2015 at 8:10 PM

Nice work there! I really love this scene as well. And the chemistry is working for me. I still have to catch up with the drama but I really like it so far. :)

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2 glitzmadrb

February 21, 2015 at 8:12 PM

They did explain in the latest episode why the title is "Shine or Go Crazy". It has something to do with Wang So's fate, either he'll shine or go crazy. Wang So's story line is a bit crazy (lots of going ons in his life, ha) so I can't really guess how this story is going to end. Nevertheless, the story is interesting enough for me to get hooked.

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Kathia

February 22, 2015 at 9:33 AM

Well, in my point of view, Wang So will Shine and Go Crazy. The King of Goryeo who Wang So is based of, was a King of revolution in the laws involving his kingdom, that's his Shine. But I don't remenber that he goes nuts like other member said here, he dies because of sudden ilness. The Go Crazy reference (I'm only comparing to the real story), is because to the point of view of the nobles, he was indeed crazy because of his reform on the government. I think he also killed some nobles if I recall the true facts. So he indeed went Crazy in that aspect. "Bloodshed" is a word Wang So says that's necessary to rule a kindgom, so it is a connection to what he will do in the future as King.

I don't know how close they will follow the real story. I would love to believe that those 3 kids at the begining were Wang So and Shin Yool children, and that Shin Yool became a Queen because she was actually the "first" wife. BUT...the real story tells us that Queen Daemok (Wang So's wife) had five children with him and the drama's synopsis says its Lee Honey character who is Queen Daemok. Sadly though, I love Shin Yool and hate the other wife princess. But historical dramaland doesn't always gives us a great ending on the romantic pair (unless is The Moon That Embraces The Sun). And this one he based on real facts, which is more disappointing. Those 3 kids at the begining might be Lee Honey's ones. And Shin Yool might've died because she is always sick. It's just my opinion, and I HOPE I'm wrong.

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nomad

February 22, 2015 at 9:45 AM

*some spoiler mentioned*

Well, I think the drama really emphasizes that it's only based on true history, but it won't follow the true events. I'm hoping it's more like empress ki kind, where it just loosely basing the characters from history, but tells its own story however the writer likes it. Cause I really really like Shin Yool, and wouldn't mind a completely unbelievable event happening to her where she's completely cured...and would hate this drama to have a sad ending. That being said, yeah...sageuk tends to not give us happy ending for romantic pairing...I'm still left bitter from Jang Hyuk's sageuk drama where he ended up killed AND not be with his girl (too lazy to google and can't remember the title).

Anywhooo...awesome drawing, Fanderay...and I hope you keep watching. I've enjoyed this drama so far.

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Kathia

February 22, 2015 at 10:47 AM

Chuno right? I remenber he died on that one. Great Drama but bad ending.

Let's hope they change a bit from the real facts like you said. Shin Yook deserves a great ending with Wang So. The other princess (I always forget Lee Honey's character because I dislike her) is kinda mean, manipulating and boring. Shin Yool is more bright girl, funny and kind-hearted. BUT also very inteligent as well.

I wished this drama would be more popular, it's been a while since I enjoy such a show, I even can't wait for new episodes and I thing I'm becoming obsessed with it. The last episode had bigger ratings, I hope it will cling more, this drama deserves more attention.

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Maartje

March 24, 2015 at 10:21 AM

aigoo. Princess Yeowon is so so so well acted. First you hate her, then you love her and then you're not sure to feel. Honey Lee did such a good job in being a villain without being a villain.

Nina

February 22, 2015 at 10:59 AM

Jang Hyuk’s character died in two sageuk epics – Chuno and Tree with Deep Roots. But in the first one, he didn’t even get the girl when he looked for her in the entire gooddamn drama. I’m still bitter about that ending too.

I think this drama will be different though. Because its categorized as rom com and is very light compared to the usual sageuk melo-tragedies. The first scene had the two butterflies hung on a wedding gown that looks like the one they wore in the first episodes. I’ll take that as a hint that Wang So and Shin Yool are now the King and Queen alive and happy together. There’s a disclaimer before every episode that they are not going by accurate history so I think that's a possibility. Plus the novel where the drama is based off had a happy ending too.

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Kathia

February 22, 2015 at 1:17 PM

What novel? I want to know about that.

Shin Yool is based on his second wife right? Gwangjong of Goryeo second wife Lady Gyeonghwagung, although Princess of Balhae is just for the drama story, because she was a nice of Wang So.
But I'm happy they are not going accurate with the real history, so that gives me hope to dream for a happy ending for Wang So and Shin Yool.
If they are willing to take this further, it would be awesome for her, as the "real first" wife to become queen. But then again, wiki d addicts says Lee Honey will be Queen Daemok. Ahhhhh so irrating!

Nina

February 22, 2015 at 1:52 PM

The drama is based off a Korean novel of the same name. I don't quite know enough about it but from whatever I've read, the drama is closely following most of the major plot lines but improving on the weaknesses. I think the writer is doing a fantastic job in that dept.

Shin Yool is not based off a real life figure. She's a completely fictional character because Lady Gyeonghwagung is the daughter of the second King (and Wang So's niece) who gets married to him after he becomes king. I doubt they'd introduce her in the drama at all because this is a fictionalized tale. Honey Lee plays Queen Daemok who was Wang So's half sister in real life and introduced early on as that even in the drama. So she's definitely going to be Queen at some point although I suspect Shin Yool would be the 'real' Queen in the end after their first marriage is revealed to Goryeo.

I suppose this can be wishful thinking, but the writer knows how popular the OTP is, so I'm very hopeful they'll give us the ending we want!

Rachela

February 22, 2015 at 6:39 PM

GUYS SPOILERS!!!!!! please, I am right in the middle of Tree With Deep Roots, please delete that so you don't ruin it for anyone else.

Kimchi

February 24, 2015 at 5:41 AM

omg dat "Tree with Deep Roots" spoiler. I was gonna embark on it someday. Oh noooo :'(

Fanderay

February 24, 2015 at 8:09 AM

Sorry bout that spoiler guys but don't be dissuaded from watching Tree With Deep Roots! It's so worth it and much more enjoyable than Chuno imo.

doctordrama

February 24, 2015 at 4:37 PM

Tree with Deep Roots is a very smart drama. One of the smartest shows I've watched. The writing is definitely better than Chuno. But Jang Hyuk had a lot to work with in terms of his character in Chuno so he really shined in that role, his performance was amazing.

If you enjoyed watching Punch then Tree With Deep Roots is another brilliantly written drama that you would enjoy.

Daisy

April 7, 2015 at 7:34 PM

I really am curious (now that I've seen the last episode of Shine or Go Crazy) how the novel ended. Would it be possible to give a quick summary of how the novel ended? I've found the Korean version but I don't read Korean, haha.

3 Mandy

February 21, 2015 at 8:33 PM

I'm not sure how far ahead you are in the show - I'm guessing you didn't reach episode 4? - because most of the questions asked are already answered =) Shin Yool was revealed to be the Princess of Balhae in the backstory with her mother throwing her in a river. The drama is called Shine or Go Crazy because it's related to Wang-so's fate when he becomes the King.

Also, I highly doubt the Queen tried to poison Wang So. It was most likely the uncle but the drama is yet to reveal the true culprit. I saw it more as a plan to get the cursed prince banished from the capital in an attempt to take him out of crown contention or possibly mess with the King. This was hinted when the King said he knew it wasn't Wang So's fault but he had no choice but to send him away.

Anyway, I haven't been following this drama on a weekly basis because I've been extremely busy. But now that I'm caught up, I think it's most definitely amongst the best currently airing shows. The chemistry between the leads is really great and there's a fairytale feel with all the prince, princess, curses, stars and fate references. It's nothing new but very exciting and well-acted none the less. I watched 4 episodes in a row last week and time really flew.

Hopefully the pace is kept at the same level with some real romance to follow. I loved the scene you drew and would call it the most romantic and dreamy yet. The leads are extremely likable and layered and I'm actually quite invested in their lives.

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Nina

February 21, 2015 at 9:54 PM

I also think its the evil uncle who poisoned Wang So's older brother. But Wang So thought the food was sent by his mother because thats what he told his brother and the palace servants before they ate the food. The Queen is shown as naive and somewhat less intelligent with the way she believes in everything evil uncle says. She even believed Wang So was the reason her oldest son died when it was very obviously poison.

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Mandy

February 21, 2015 at 11:56 PM

The Queen is extremely unintelligent and unfit to be a mother. What kind of parent abandons her nine year old son, then meets him years later only to tell her husband she'd kill herself if he was let in the Palace again?

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KDaddict?JCW

February 22, 2015 at 1:18 AM

I FF a lot, so I thought she was his evil step-mother. No birth mother could be that cruel, right?

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Mandy

February 22, 2015 at 1:45 AM

Wouldn't that be better? But that's his real mother alright. She's the curse in his life rather than his birth stars. She even told Wang So she regrets the day he was born. It must be heartbreaking for an abandoned child to hear that.

Nina

February 22, 2015 at 11:02 AM

She's a horrible mother. Thankfully she isn't given enough screen space to aggravate me unlike in Moon Embraces Sun where the Dowager Queen was batshit insane. Unfortunately, Wang Wook makes up in the low on IQ department.

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4 stringofpurls

February 21, 2015 at 8:39 PM

That is a happier Red Wedding. Good thing they didn't play The Rains of Castamere!

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August

February 21, 2015 at 10:27 PM

Big Game of Thrones fan :)

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4D

February 22, 2015 at 6:47 AM

Heh, love it.

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azfih

February 22, 2015 at 3:07 PM

LOL When I first saw the heading I thought it was about Game of Thrones -____-
ditto the nice wedding though

#whenyougonnastartGameofThrones

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tweetpandora

February 23, 2015 at 6:46 AM

I had the same thought when I saw this post, nice to have a red wedding without massacre and carnage #winteriscoming

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5 KDaddict?JCW

February 21, 2015 at 8:46 PM

The title is indeed off-putting, but I read somewhere that the reign of this king was Shining in the beginning, w lots of good laws, and went down in shame at the end, as he went nuts. There seems to be a lot of Korean kings who went that way, judging from the way they are portrayed in many sageuks.

I'm loving the actress, Oh Yeon Seo. I like Jang Hyuk too, so I like the OTP. I rarely watch a drama for an actress, but this is one of those times.

Honey Lee was very likeable in Modern Farmers, but her char in this drama is so different, quite boring. Evil 2nd leads are rarely likeable. I FF thru all scenes w no OTP.

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6 Marchair

February 21, 2015 at 8:47 PM

Really pretty artwork. Thanks. I have enjoyed all your different scenes and commentaries. Both are much enjoyed!

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7 Cocoboo

February 21, 2015 at 9:17 PM

Ok, I haven't watched this drama, but your artwork is simply stunning!!!! You captured Jang Hyuk so well.

I've been turned off by historical dramas lately, but I was gonna check this one out some time...

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8 sancheezy

February 21, 2015 at 9:50 PM

this drama in enjoyable in the point that I love them
even some scene have more question and typical love story confusing love between the price,
I just loved when Jang hyuk be serious Jang Hyuk (just adore a hero like that ), that's the things I anticipated most and the one that take my attention away

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9 MeraNaamJoker

February 21, 2015 at 9:56 PM

This is beautifully done--you captured the look on Wang So's face perfectly. Jang Hyuk can make me buy the most ridiculous narratives as long as he pines properly.

The title was weird to me too, until they finally explained in the most recent episode.

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10 AmerHousewife!

February 21, 2015 at 10:01 PM

This drama actually has me on the edge of my seat. The acting is excellent. There is a great mix of romance, palace intrigue and fighting. I enjoy watching Jang Hyuk in fight scenes. His experience makes them more realistic.

I will say I wish they had given the Prince Wang Wook(?) character some flattering hair. It is homely to the point of distraction because it looks thin, unmanly and fake.

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Wag_a_Muffin

February 22, 2015 at 1:33 AM

Me Too! I agree with you, AmerHousewife! I really like this show. And wait (im)patiently for each week's 2 episodes.
However, one reason I love K-Dramas so much is that I get lost in them. But every stinkin' time Wang Wook comes into shot I think, "what a crappy wig" and that thought yanks me back into the reality that I am watching a show--and not in it.
(Did I explain what I meant? I hope so.)

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Mandy

February 22, 2015 at 1:52 AM

You explained it real well since I LOL. Im Joo-hwan really got the short end both with the character he's playing and his costume and styling. He looks like he's the one cross dressing and the little gold hairpin blings in the end of his curls just make it worse. Wang Wook looked decent in the Princes Competition. Not sure why his stylists insist on the ugly wig.

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questions987

February 22, 2015 at 8:54 AM

I think it's Wang Uk.

His hair drives me nuts. I marathoned it yesterday because soomp recommended it to me and parts of it drives me nuts. I can't fully figure out Honey Lee's character. I'm pretty sure her lover/bodyguard is main female leads brother.

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11 Nina

February 21, 2015 at 10:08 PM

Jang Hyuk is doing an excellent job of jumping between So So and Wang So. He’s half intense, half hilarious and extremely engaging in both. I’d usually buy into anything he does no matter how horrifying the plot is (hello IRIS II anyone?) but SOGC is a winner. It feels rom-com like Moon Embraces Sun but with a lot more interesting plot and characters. The comedy feels natural and the chemistry between the OTP is a killer.

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August

February 21, 2015 at 10:38 PM

Yeah the plot of IRIS II leaves a lot to be desired. But, at least we got to see some cool action scenes & stunts from Jang Hyuk.

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12 anotheraddict

February 21, 2015 at 10:09 PM

Based on a couple of comments I'd read, I wasn't expecting to like Shine or Go Crazy, but I needed something to at least partially fill the void left by Healer, so I decided to give it a go. I guess it worked, 'cause I ended up marathoning 8 episodes. I wouldn't say it's great, but I do find it to be a very enjoyable, easy watch.

Wang-so reminds me (to some extent) of FTLY's Gun-- a character I enjoyed a lot-- which I think helped to prime the pump for my liking SoGC.

I'm very partial to Im Joo Hwan, but I don't think his role in this is a great fit for him. (Nor is the hairstyle.) Honey Lee is freaking gorgeous in this.

Thanks, Fanderay!

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purplefall

February 28, 2015 at 4:42 PM

me too, I watched SOGC because I need something refreshing after the third time rewatching Healer (still tempting for the fourth time *0*). SOGC is a fun and interesting drama to watch, I feel like the plot is thickening in the last 3 eps when all the misunderstandings are resolved and our characters start to know what they want to do next. I adore the main leads (not sure when is the last time I laughed this crazy). The role of Honey Lee is very intriguing, I would love to see how she manipulates people around her to achieve her goal (which becomes more ambiguous now).

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13 Lilly

February 21, 2015 at 10:12 PM

Always love Jang Hyuk and the picture is so pretty it makes you wish more wedding dresses were not white.

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14 Chubby

February 21, 2015 at 11:47 PM

This is such a great srama. My current fave.. Decent acting and chemistry!!
Th etitle depicts the male lead , either he will shine or go crazy....
And the light that will make him shine is the girl

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15 Happyapple

February 21, 2015 at 11:51 PM

An excellent drama. Oh yeon seo is very delightful and janghyuk actions are cool

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16 Cherrysa

February 21, 2015 at 11:55 PM

I find this to be one of the best drama, there's no single dull moment, and it's very romantic with intriguing storyline.
The couple is very cute and their chemistry is oozing

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17 shai_vely

February 21, 2015 at 11:58 PM

I can say that OH Yeon Seo caught my attention the most. Never pay attention to her before but she is absolutely stunning in this drama. She brings her character like a light and those dimples of her are so adorable.

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18 sweethoney

February 22, 2015 at 12:07 AM

The otp chemistry is absolutely a killer.... I become a fan of janghyuk and oh yeon seo after this. They are the best point of this drama. Oh Yeon Seo is a stunner

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Yuki

February 25, 2015 at 1:32 PM

Another new fan of the OTP here. :D
SoGC is like a fresh breeze, light, funny, with some action...it might not be the best drama, but it is so enjoyable. And I find myself rewinding and rewatching the OTP scenes, countless times, cause Jang Hyuk acting is superb and I love to see how he plays with Gaebong...I think I'm infatuated :-D
Oh Yeon Seo is very cute too, haha!!

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19 popcornhoney

February 22, 2015 at 12:23 AM

I'm hooked. The storyline and the epic romance. Totally love the casts especially the jaw dropping beauties of the female leads.
One complain is Honey lee acting. She is a bit underwhelming with her constantly smirking everytime she speaks.
Im joohwan hair is such a mockery . He looks girlier than the two woman.
Janghyuk and oh yeon seo are just perfect. I never expect such an awesome chemistry btw them. They can do the comedy, serious, and emotional scenes flawlessly.
Even when oh yeon seo was dressing up as a man, her chemistry with Wangso is still there. They are so adorable

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20 Bloom

February 22, 2015 at 1:26 AM

Love the picture! I agree it's one of the most romantic moment in Shine or Go Crazy. The title actually fits the drama perfectly as some of the characters have the potential to be crazy, e.g the paranoid king and prince wang wook who is so obsess with the female lead.

this is th first time i feel that the female lead is really smart, calm, and wise. It's such a breath of fresh air wathing her character. Not overly spunky or loud but just calm, beauitful, and warm.

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21 Chandler

February 22, 2015 at 1:53 AM

Oh god. Not another one. You can't pull me in, people! You can't! (who am I kidding, I'll probably be watching it within the next five minutes...)

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nomad

February 22, 2015 at 10:03 AM

LOL!!! The power of DB comments...

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Beanfan

February 22, 2015 at 3:18 PM

I had the same sentiment as you, Chandler!

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22 Khule WY

February 22, 2015 at 3:33 AM

I really love this show,I was going to only watch one episode because I couldn't get any sleep,but I was still up at 10 am watching, I didn't even realise the sun was out. Lol.
I usually don't like sageuks except faith and Empress ki , but this is a winner in my books, I didn't touch the fast forward button the whole time .Jang hyuk is so funny,definitely Lee gun's ancestor with that laugh plus the chemistry is sizzling hot between the leads.

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23 gustave154

February 22, 2015 at 3:36 AM

The otp is amazing in this drama. Jang hyuk is seriously one of the best korean actors ever

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24 glitzmadrb

February 22, 2015 at 5:00 AM

Contrary to what others think, I appreciate Honey Lee's acting here. It's just my first time seeing a drama she's in, and I thought before she was just a pretty face. Her deep voice and simple (yet striking) facial expressions are top notch. I gotta say she's got some acting chops. (Unlike other antagonists, I don't find her irritating because she's just too pretty and acts well!)

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25 lenap

February 22, 2015 at 5:37 AM

So.... I never thought in a million years that I would like Shine or go crazy. The posters and description were just not my cup of tea. And then I clicked on your post a few hours ago, got curious enough about how everyone were talking about the chemistry of the two leads and started at ep 3 (or was it 4?) to check it out. I have to admit, I can't resist the lure of good chemistry, so I just wanted to be able to see it, just, you know, for a sample.

And I ended up MARATHONING THE WHOLE FREAKING THING UNTIL EP 10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What the HECK. I'm so shocked at how much I actually like this drama, I'm still not recovered. The main couple is seriously making this drama. I'm not a huge fan of Jang Hyuk, but I actually love him in Shine. And I have a weakness for this whole disguisement trope where the male lead pretends to be useless but isn't, and the girl lead is also fooling the guy. I'm thinking that's why I kept watching regardless of life, and obligations, just to be able to watch all the misunderstandings, and their faces when they finally discover the truth. I think that might be the explanation of why I suddenly went crazy, and watched all of those episodes in one go. I don't know. I'm still incoherent and reeling from the shock.

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26 4D

February 22, 2015 at 6:50 AM

Great choice for this show - and so pretty! Thanks as always for your art work.

I'm so glad more people are giving this show a chance. I've been keeping up with it even though it seemed like only two other people were watching it at the beginning.

I think the show is so hard to describe. It doesn't quite fall into most categories, and the plot isn't that original but somehow everything feels different. It's really it's own unique tone and flavor. I'm desperately hoping it doesn't have a tragic ending.

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27 Shiningarmour

February 22, 2015 at 7:07 AM

This drama is my current jam.... both janghyuk and oh yeon seo surprised me with how good they look together. The romance is really good and i feel like i'm watching a beautiful fantasy romance with the prince, princess, curse and light thingy.

This drama is also doing good in korea. I love iiit
Oh yeon seo is my new girl crush.. Her crying scene and acting are done beautifully

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28 rosepetal

February 22, 2015 at 7:11 AM

This is one of the best saeguk for me, the underdog drama with decent ratings. I'm in love with this drama and all the casts. The lead couple is amazing. I just hate the eveil siblings who will try to hurt the otp.
This drama has so much feeels!!!

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29 Crystalblue

February 22, 2015 at 7:22 AM

What can i say.... This drama only gets better and better. I'm in love with the female lead character ShinYool/gaebong and her fated prince WangSo.
They are one of the best drama couple i've ever watched.
SOGC has all the elements of intensity , epic romance, royal disputes, comedy, bromance, fantasy which make it a really good drama.

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30 Sugarlolly

February 22, 2015 at 7:59 AM

As OYS fan, i'm glad that she took this drama. Saeguk really suits her. I'm loving every second of the otp moments. This is such a cute and beautiful drama

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31 Angélina Eang

February 22, 2015 at 12:52 PM

It's hilarious the difference of the Red Wedding in Shine or Go Crazy and Game of Thrones. Maybe it's just me lol.

Anyway, I am freakin' addicted to that drama. Of course, it has political conflicts, love triangle/square and blablabla but y'know, the romantic scenes with the OTP are just so damn cute, the side characters like her adoptive family are hilarious and there are a lot of hot princes/ninja assassins/guards so yeap', it's the perfect KDrama for Mon/Tues timeslot for me.

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32 shallwe

February 22, 2015 at 4:06 PM

What a beautiful artwork! I'm so addicted to this drama right now. Loving the otp so much, JH and OYS have superb chemistry.. Cuty gaebong gaebong

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33 kirin

February 22, 2015 at 4:47 PM

Your art is always so stunning...

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34 shadowinlight

February 22, 2015 at 4:51 PM

Love this drama! It deserves so much more love.... Oh Yeon Seo is super gorgeous here. I love her expressive eyes. Jang hyuk is always awesome , love him here like i love him in FTTLY

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35 hotsaranghae

February 22, 2015 at 6:46 PM

Contrary to all other commenters, I don't really like this drama; and I definitely like Lee Honey better here.
LOL~ Although I have to agree that Oh Yeon Seo looks gorgeous here.

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36 Morningglory

February 22, 2015 at 8:19 PM

This drama is awesome. I love the otp so much. Shine or Go Crazy!!!
Janghyuk n Oh Yeon Seo!!

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37 Nekoi

February 22, 2015 at 8:25 PM

Just to add, his official king's name is 광종 (Gwang Jong). The "Gwang" in Hanja can be written as 光(guang1 "light" also means "shine") or 狂 (kuang2 "mad"), hence the title.

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38 Kaorikaori

February 22, 2015 at 8:26 PM

My mon-tue is now complete with this drama and wed-thurs with KMHM.
Honey lee is stunning but she never shines in any drama for me. Im joo hwan role is too pathetic and his hair is too curly for me to take him seriously.
The otp romance is cute and adorable. Can't wait to see their story develops more.

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39 CLEO

February 22, 2015 at 9:02 PM

After reading all your comments, i will start watching this drama... It seems this will have a good ending! Just hoping though : )

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40 PINKCHOCO

February 22, 2015 at 9:37 PM

Decent acting, comedy, solid storyline, fantasy elements, Jang Hyuk's action stunts,smart female lead, firework chemistry of the otp. I couldn't ask more. I'm not into makjang drama like Jang bori but i'm now a fan of Oh yeon seo.

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41 miley

February 22, 2015 at 9:48 PM

i'm so hooked with this drama.Jang Hyuk and Oh Yeon Seo's chemistry is woderful to watch.

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42 MorningGlory

February 22, 2015 at 10:01 PM

Am i the only one who loves the tiltle? It rings well like 'Bitnageona, Mitchigeona'
Anyway i too love the couple chemistry,0. Janghyuk and oh yeon seo, fighting!

I totally love the artwork as that scene was really beautifully done lie WangSo was directly saying to Shinyool " you are the whole world to me"

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43 Nao

February 22, 2015 at 10:50 PM

I was really glad to see Shine or Go Crazy get some attention on Dramabeans, since there hasn't been much mention at all. I started watching for Jang Hyuk (whom I love) and have ended up being pleasantly surprised. The first 4 episodes were really slow...I kept wanting the plot to move along more quickly, but starting episode 5 and the last few weeks, it's been so much better and more addictive. I look forward to Monday/Tuesday every week now!

It seems like it took Jang Hyuk awhile to settle into the role of Wang So. In the beginning he felt a bit stilted to me, and his laugh kept reminding me of Lee Gun. But the past few weeks, with the sword fighting, horseback riding, stunts, etc, have been awesome. I've loved Oh Yeon So's character from the get go -- she's such an intelligent, cultured, and savvy lady. I love how she has the business smarts, knows all the languages, and is even knowledgeable about medicine too. She's one of the more appealing female leads in k-drama that I've come across in awhile.

The side characters are okay -- Im Ju Hwan needs a new hair stylist for sure, and Honey Lee is okay. She's gotten more interesting in the past few weeks as she's show jealousy and even possessiveness towards Wang So.

All in all, a great drama! It's only my second sageuk (my first was Chuno). :)

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44 Byul

February 22, 2015 at 11:00 PM

The two leads really shines in their roles. I always love fusion saeguk and this totally cured my heartbreak due to the cancellation of TTM.
I cas say that i love this drama so much! Even the OST is perfect. Just adore Oh Yeon Seo's character here, she is so witty, brave , beautiful, and calm but a total cuty when she is dressing up as GaeBong. Her scenes with Wang So always make me squeal.
I know i'm gonna go crazy when Honey lee and im joo hwan characters start doing petty things. They annoyed me so muuuuch

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45 cupidinlove

February 23, 2015 at 12:46 AM

Nice work! and SOGC is indeed a wonderful drama with beautiful couple

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46 chubby_cream

February 23, 2015 at 2:49 AM

My current addiction. I hope every day is monday and tuesday....

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47 GLITERZ

February 23, 2015 at 4:10 AM

Marathon this drama for 2 days and i like it so far. The chemistry is amazing and the two leads are very likable. The prince competition was perfectly shot, i was in awe by JangHyuk actions on the horse. Of course Oh yeon seo is a very delightful actress to watch as well

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48 wenlin tan

February 23, 2015 at 6:04 AM

It's shine or go crazy because it's related to the fate of the male lead. The word that describes his fate is 光 which can be read as fire over man, meaning he could shine- have a bright future, or go crazy (being unable to control the excessive fire)

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49 kiwichan

February 23, 2015 at 7:37 AM

I'm happy to see lotsa loves from beanies here! definitely SOGC is so fun to watch! they had awesome chemistry, fun plot & nice OST. also Jang Hyuk in sageuk + action is to die for!

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50 Cloudly

February 23, 2015 at 5:48 PM

This drama deserves more love. I'm squealing over the bath tub kiss scene. The otp is just too good

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