The Field Marshal

I have always been a fan of Japanese drama and TV series. It has something to do with Oshin, the drama of a little girl who overcame everything to become a successful businesswoman with heart. Since then I enjoyed other drama series like Under One Roof , Hero, Long Vacation, and many others. What's kicked off this Japanese drama fanatism was no less driven by my support for Matsu Takako. Having said so much about what I liked, now I will talk about what I really like now.

大长今 (Jewel in the Palace or Da Chang Jin) is the latest Korean drama hitting our shores. I am not sure when cable started screening the series, but I was sure it was already running when the MRT trains were plastered with the advertisements. At that time, I just thought that it must be another one of those fads which will pass. Never did I know that I would become an avid follower of the series myself.

Actually, I have Mydaemon to thank for introducing me to this series. Prior to that my impression of all Korean series is that they are pretty crappy. Yes, it kind of a strong sentiment, but that's what I felt all along. I happen to be at Mydaemon's place , when Mydaemon tested the 大长今 dvds which she bought for her mum. I have to admit that I was hooked after watching the first few episodes. Since that fateful day, I have been watching 大长今 every Sunday. Now I am at the part where 长今 lost her ability to taste. Not sure what's going to happen next, but I am already looking forward to the next few episodes.

Going to sign off and pop the disc into the player now. Sundays have never been so good on the goggle box.