Struggles The Alchemy of Souls Cast Had To Deal With ON SET

[@rodrigjx]

Jung So Min is great. Excellent, the character Mu Deok was perfect. She has an ability to make humor effortless. I loved this character.

[@deliastefanescu1908]

Same here !💖🦄👍

[@mimibrock4331]

Same here❤

[@lenignacio6938]

True

[@christalagyekum6634]

Same

[@topsyturvy06]

Jung so min will always be my favorite nasku, because she embodied everything in the character. She was a killer with vulnerability. Go Younjung showed what nasku would have been like if jin mu had never turn her into a killer. She had no hard side to her. She had no trust issues. She wanted to let jang UK in. I like them both for different reasons!

[@piatricia5623]

Yes ,she's the best

[@Armyrachaelbear]

Jung so min is still the best naksu

[@siriusk9769]

They are both best and captured the three different sides of Naksu perfectly

[@edmenchan7161]

Agreed

[@Snow4LifeNEver]

The Opening Naksu scene was epic. I really wished we would have seen a little bit more of GYJ with Naksu's killer instincts.

[@coneimira778]

Just felt sad that some sites only credited the girl from season 2 for the success of AOS when the fact of the matter was people are interested in the first place because of "THAT GIRL" from Season 1.

[@baiqlukita7774]

So how come s2 has higher rating than s1 meanwhile fans of the girl from s1 keep saying people only tuning in for her and I also saw lots of her fans said "I won't watch s2", where does the higher rating come from then???😀

[@nirmalapalli5515]

@@baiqlukita7774 u just shut up ok

[@racosta562]

AOS part 2 had a built in audience due to the popularity of part 1. And I’d guess those who said they wouldn’t watch part 2 in fact did watch. Probably many were hoping to see if Jung So-Min would make an appearance. I know I was.

[@preshy1146]

@@baiqlukita7774 the same thing am saying Some of ratings came from her jsm fans too They can't deny she is so good in it

[@preshy1146]

@@racosta562 the fact is this if GYJ acted as jsm in season 1 u pple will still love her Those jsm fan focused on the actress not the story I don't think A0s 2 got more ratings because of season 1 I think is because the two main lead killed it if they didn't do well they will be no ratings so u pple should stop saying it all becos of jsm it is an insult to all the actors/actress

[@k_____007]

I still dont get it why Jung so min didn't get any awards for her role as mudeok yet !?

[@callietowers7515]

Jung Somin was barely mentioned and the other girl playing Naksu was mentioned a lot more when it was Somin who played a big part in it’s success…

[@candyneo7253]

Yes!!! I also find it unacceptable that they mention GYJ so much, but her acting is quite borderline, as compared to JSM who brings out the character more n made us love this drama deeply, unfair siah

[@fleurelise997]

Yes, another reason why the AOS fans were upset. JSM practically carried Season One and they treated her like she didn't matter.

[@proudream]

@@candyneo7253 GYJ is good as well.

[@tarajohn1188]

Wait.... So they weren't the same actresses in both seasons? Ive watched this drama since it came out and thought it was just a "make-up" change😮 BEAUTIFULLY EXECUTED IN ALL WAYS! RESPECT FOR EVERYONE INVOLVED IN ONE OF MY FAVORITE K.DRAMAS!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@melfestejo]

I just finished the 2 part series. I love love S1 and JSM as Naksu/Mudeok was very compelling and keeps you drawn to the series. She had better chemistry with the men pining for her. Her romantic scenes with Jang Uk had more substance. The ending was just gut wrenching. I understand the Naksu switch had to be the S2 story but it didn't give the same punch as S1 even with the awesome fighting and saving the world scenes. Naksu had more kissing scenes but I was missing JSM so much. GYJ played her character well but I wished Jang Uk somehow ended up with Mudeok instead. S2 felt flat for me. I couldn't even cry when Naksu's soul died so Mudeok/Jin Buyeon would come back. So it's good that S2 was short.

[@carmencahilig2885]

Can't agree more with you, same here.

[@bundlewade]

I am so happy to read this comment. In my opinion, more kissing scenes does not necessarily mean more chemistry. Like you said, Mudeok and Jang Uk scenes had a lot of depth and I FELT how their love grew. I did not have that same heart feeling in Season 2. I also wished Jang Uk ended up with Mudeok. And I wanted Seo Yul to end up with Buyeon.

[@melfestejo]

@@bundlewade , the two pairings would've been the best scenario but Naksu's body was burned. If somehow there's a S3, I hope that could be done because Seo Yul deserves someone and same with the prince turned new emperor.

[@tarajohn1188]

Buy they where still together when it al boiled down & still got married ❤❤❤

[@tarajohn1188]

Well "if" there was a season 3 then that would mean that they would have their daughter BABY GIRL JIN❤ AND ALSO Would have like 15 more realistic to catch 😮😮😮😮 IM IN!!!!!! I'm throwing 15 out there because of the "time frame" ❤❤❤❤❤

[@maydonbeshywap3702]

Jung So Min will always be the best Naksu in my Heart.. I thought she would come back on the 2nd season but... 😭

[@goldakuchimark9466]

Me too,, i really miss her😭😭

[@proudream]

Meh the other actress did great too

[@yanmar1270]

✨I loved pretty Josomin Mudeok❤...i watched 2x p1 because of her....and I will watch it again 😊

[@moonstone8730]

I still missed Jung So Min. Really loved her as Mu-deok/Naksu and the chemistry she share with all the other actors, especially with Uk. However Go Yoon as Naksu/Bu-yoon was lovable as well. But for me there was a Hugh void with Jung So Min/Mu-doek/Naksu absence. However I love how they wrapped everything up but left it where another season could be possible.

[@barbaraherald5203]

When Jung somin left. I never watched the show again.

[@mesolehelen6088]

Do y'all even realize Mudeoki (JSm) carried this drama on her back? Watch Season 1 again and compare, she was the brain behind everything that happened. Asking why season 2 has higher ratings?Cox everyone was curious as to what the end will be. S2 actress was great but y'all should just be straight n say the truth, Jung so min made this drama what it was and that period!!!!

[@emmahumaira]

Some people just indenial said s2 script not good as s1...but for me s2 lack something also becoz the actress itself bland and flat sometimes...so the story became boring....

[@mesolehelen6088]

@@emmahumaira look even if she forgot who she was, she should stillwater be chaotic kind of, I really kind pin point what it is, but it's not just the Same. She suddenly became a princess, she never had a princess attitude😅, she was energetic and just chaotic.

[@emmahumaira]

@@mesolehelen6088 thats y i say,go youn jung sometimes flat and bland for that character😂😂.just her fan and shipper praised her....i didnt says she bad actress....just she not even as good as so i and arin interm of their character in s2....so disappointed...in future she has more chance and can improve...but when come out news she get offer to star a drama along seo in guk and park so dam as second lead,some of her fan already make annoying comment and belittle park so dam...omg...why she got second lead offer???her fan should watch back how she carry s2😂😂....her acting need to improve honestly....she suit cool calm and serious character...but energetic,and all mudok character in s1 she failed to follow

[@mesolehelen6088]

@@emmahumaira I heard the news too. Park so Dam is so beautiful and she deserves to be a FL, Jung still has alot of practice to do to be on their level. Her fans are just praising her Cox she's pretty 😅.

[@mesolehelen6088]

@@emmahumaira I heard the news too. Park so Dam is so beautiful and she deserves to be a FL, Jung still has alot of practice to do to be on their level. Her fans are just praising her Cox she's pretty 😅.

[@francoisesinot]

I watched the S2 especially to know the continuation of this fantastic epic. But during the 1O episodes I regretted Jung So Min and I got a little bored. Even if GYJ plays well, she does not have the playing power of Jin So Min who pops the screen in a more difficult and intense role than that of "princess" in Naksu S2. Lee Jae Wook’s talent is breathtaking in the S1. UK and Mudeok it is a dream, pure emotion. Faced with the immense talent of Jung So Min the emulation is obvious. All the actors are better in the S1. I don’t think the S2 would have achieved this success without her performance in the S1. We talk a lot about the beauty of GYJ but it is not enough to build a good story. JSM is also very beautiful and also charismatic.

[@larcycaguin4850]

It would be nice if JSM returns if there’s a season 3.

[@nellen6791]

Jung So Min excellent in her character in AOSs1 she is a good actor can express very well her character ❤❤❤

[@kathrynnicolau8513]

Jung So Min absolutely was the character as Mudeok that I really had thought in the end , she’d come back in her Mudeok body and be with UK forever more! I had always believed UK fell in love with the combination of both in the first and second season! I liked the new Naksu, and I loved how she too had chemistry with Uk. But in my heart, even though the story line was amazing, I still expected our Mudeok would be back in the end! The scene that stole the show was the very thought that Uk , later Sol and lastly Park seemingly dying , it was very traumatic, and I totally cried each time! Making me the most distraught I have been in a while! Despite knowing it was just a movie! I never believed Mid-servant Kim was going to die, she after all was probably with better odds ! Those two lady’s were the back bone through out the two seasons!

[@mikaelabarrett9802]

I completely agree. But I still can't get over how the director ripped my heart out and then put it back jokingly when maidservant Kim 'died' 😭😭

[@lentlesharonkebuang5872]

S2 was full of kissing and stuff....and the lead actress was pretty but Jung So Min left a huge void....i was hoping to see JSM....i missed her a lot.

[@nirmalapalli5515]

Yeah like part 2 is only about kisses or physical touch rather than other extra activities

[@utheri2501]

Yes..i agree..S1 is better

[@Mimido_]

They literally onky kissed twice bffr💀

[@annewheadon7396]

of the ladies this girl had to be , Mudeok was the best , loved her so much

[@dajaliina]

she was never forgotten did u not get the show.. she was always temporary

[@KTAKI-k]

I just finished the series Hands down for both the actors,writers and directors The face us a masterpiece

[@clamontinarose2619]

Tell me about it. I still ask myself if they are humans because their imagination for this series was mind-blowing

[@jema1350]

For me season 1 with Jung so min was the best.I loved the chemistry between jang uk and mudeok that was so good and funny i would love a season 3 with Jung so min back in it as mudeok.

[@dajaliina]

she was never forgotten did u not get the show.. she was always temporary

[@ghising7607]

Season 1 was the best , season 2 was so empty without Jung so min

[@kathleengiacalone6053]

Loved it! Perfect amount of action, romance and humor! All the actors were so good!

[@StephanieIniidara]

I watched season 2 cos I wanted to see how it will end. Jung so min slayed her role effortlessly

[@ihaveadreamformykids4400]

I missed Mu Deok on season 2 but the actress in season 2 did Justice on the character. She actually was able to get Mu Deok’s mannerisms and how she spoke like Mu Deok. But throughout the season 2, I was calling Mu Deok’s name when they kiss lol. I miss Mu Deok.

[@frostsmaker8966]

I didn't disappoint with GYJ but I prefer Jung So Min if I can choose.

[@randomants5843]

both female leads portrayed their roles well 😊 I got the closure I wanted in season 2 😆

[@LauraSanchez-cj1cg]

I totally agree. I love the twists & turns and how it had a happy ending, yay!

[@Metsa25]

In terms of the the conflict between JSM fans and GYJ fans, I've never understood why we couldn't love both. I was (very) sad to see JSM leave, but having seen the quality of the show during season 1 I was confident that her replacement would live up to the same level of quality. I was not disappointed .

[@lyndiasen4312]

JSM are best fit for the season 1 and GYJ is really meant to be for season 2.

[@marym8799]

I have nothing against either one of them. Love them both in fact. However, the script of part two and the way the story went didn't do GYJ justice at all. In part one, we saw JSM's character as a very smart, quick to response, very determined and has no hesitation to do whatever including poisoning Jang Uk and make use of people. When coupling with Jang Uk who was still an innocent young man at a time, it created this awesome dynamic duo that was so fun to watch. In part two, unfortunately, Uk turned into the greatest warrior so that took all the suspense out since nothing could possibly harm them. GYJ's character also turned into this uncertain person who the ultimate goal in life was to escape from her own house. The intensity, intelligent, the rush and whatever else that created magic in part one were all gone. GYJ had to play this I don't know nothing, I'm just looking for a husband kind of roll and that wasn't at all interesting. But like I said, this is not the actor's fault, it just the way the story went and I wish they could have done better.

[@thepinoychoppingboard1012]

@@marym8799 same sentiments, I mean GYJ did great no question about it. But I don't like when a show change the main lead coz I already invested different emotions to that actor and the role he/she portrayed. It is also unfair to the new actor since I'll be biased on the first one coz my brain is already used to that actor.

[@RD0502]

@@marym8799 Rightly said. And JSM's chemistry with all the male leads was so beautiful. In season 2, well GYJ tried is all I can say.

[@niquecampello]

GYJ is cool, along The history she picked up a cute personality and she was amazing, it was a different personality i was expecting when comparing with the first season but by the way it was amazing too. but after to know the existence of the actress before JSM...I only thinking this diretor is a very hard person.

[@at6587]

It wasn't the same in season 2 😭 I wanted to see jung So- min

[@M.Scofield.]

I love Go Yoon Jung, she's really good but Jung So Min rules this series she's the best for me BTW LOVE THIS DRAMA AND ALL CASTS💕

[@Vikyou]

Dear, no one could be better than Jung Somin, she made that drama rise, and when she was removed, the rest of the series wasn't good enough. I really say this trying to be neutral but I could never feel the same when the real Naksu came back...Maybe she's ok, but definitely not as good to capture your attention as Somin was. A very bad decision imo, to swap actresses like that, it didn't allow me to feel like I was rooting for the same soul at all.

[@julitatangel5162]

True!

[@LuvUrLife6789]

Very true - so I’ll not watch part 2

[@shawnthorington7723]

I get what are saying but part two was still good.

[@baiqlukita7774]

So how come s2 has higher rating than s1 meanwhile fans of the girl from s1 keep saying people only tuning in for her and I also saw lots of her fans said "I won't watch s2", where does the higher rating come from then???😀

[@nataliesummers6365]

I thought the same until I watched season 2...totally worth it.

[@moushs2014]

I like both the actresses but the Naksu I saw in episode 1 of season 1 was not there is season 2. I desperately wanted to see some action performance from Naksu in season 2 but it was not there. They completely changed the characteristics and personality of Naksu. NAKSU was turned to a princess from a warrior.

[@proudream]

Well yeah - character development. She became a priestess with divine powers given to her by Jin Seol-ran.

[@ohanaohana9583]

Let’s all accept the fact that Jung Somin’s acting paved the way for AOS S2 - S1 started with a low rating until it trended in Netflix because of her great portrayal of the characters she played although sadly, she was replaced after making it a hit hence S2 received a higher rating thanks to her great acting that enticed the global audience to follow the story which could be even higher if she remained in S2 But, atleast she had a global hit movie: The Wolf which was recognised internationally 🎉 Way bigger than what AOS S2 achieved so yeah, she was a big 😊art of AOS success overall and that’s a fact🎉

[@Holymolly-b9u]

Thank you! We all stayed entertained throughout S1 especially after the finale, I became impatient because I wanted to know how the mystery would unfold, so I anticipated S2 even after I heard JSM won’t be coming back. It pains me to see people only crediting season 2 cast for the success of the show. Part 1 did all the work and especially after the 3 months break in between seasons, (I watched part 1 after it was done airing) AOS gained more viewers, I literally put my friends on to watch this show because of how awesome Part 1 was.

[@taytanostris]

That is what I ve been saying. The rating talk about how quickly people engage a season. When I start s1, s2 was just released. And because it was so good(I watch 20ep in a week) I was dying to watch s2. I did not count in s1 rating but s2 , still I love s1 better cause it paved the way

[@onogbeprecious9669]

Jung So Min remains my favorite nd her chemistry with d other actors especially d prince nd Jank Uk is soooooo unmatchable for me

[@johnmurray6501]

Jong so min is absolutely gorgeous. Excellent actor, 😊

[@carenama6346]

I miss Jung so min, they could’ve used her for some of the bu yeon scenes but they used the child bu yeon instead

[@ohanaohana9583]

Jung Somin saved AOS 1 and 2

[@Pchauhan1151]

I was also expecting that jung so min will also appear when Naksu disappeared at ep 8 or 9 of season 2 but it was still same and that was too disappointing i still Ibelieve that in season three jung so min will appear as Mu doek we can't forget efforts made by her that this series has achieved this level of success because of Jung so min she will always be original Mu doek in our heart and that can't be removed never

[@neenabeena101]

I feel like the script went downhill. We really can’t compare the actresses since they played 2 different versions of naksu. Personally I don’t think they should’ve switched mudeok back to naksu.

[@JYPEfan2212]

Script definitely didn't help

[@kohlinoor]

@@JYPEfan2212 For sure, it got pretty atrocious at times.

[@lexl3398]

Correct🎉 it could’ve ended at s1 if s2 was going to be mediocre like it was.

[@pennyspooner173]

I loved this kdrama, it was phenomenal! Beautiful story, great ending!

[@donnagay9288]

JSM is my all time favorite. Not only she’s pretty beautiful and she is a very good actress. She can not be compared to GYJ she has a lot to learn tho she is pretty but JSM is way more prettier than her and cutest!!

[@nikkiaguirre9956]

I don't think they should be compared that way. That's toxic

[@yubyb8046]

Físicamente somin bonita y gyj hermosa y rostro de diosa en experiencia ovbio gana somin pero seria reprochable que con tantos años actuando no lo fuera

[@nathsonata]

I have nothing against GYJ, however the plot in ss2 damage Naksu character that JSM created regardless of whether she lost memories or not. I suspected Naksu without memories to be blank and voided similar to Jang-uk as well

[@proudream]

Disagree. I think the way GYJ played and the way the script portrayed Naksu in S2 made perfect sense, she couldn't remember the dark side of her. Naksu in S2 became a priestess with divine powers granted by Jin Seol-ran - she is no longer the assassin - this is character development, people change.

[@jxmeeds2018]

Jung so min for me she’s the best AOS 1 is my favorite ❤❤❤

[@wandawolfe8665]

I like his openness and honesty about his difficulties and challenges in acting, but then overcoming them. I like how positively he speaks about what he wants out of a relationship and that he would give his all in a marriage. He has a wonderful attitude to life. Great to hear.

[@irmaromero4001]

Jung So Min/Mu Deok was perfect attitude and all. Loved her with Uk.

[@MRSECEA]

I just finished the series. I was so hooked that I watched it non-stop. When I finished the part 1 which is 20 episodes I thought part 2 would be the same, I didn't even check it, I just continued watching, and I just realized it when I was on the last episode of the part 2. I was a little disappointed when Somin got replaced. I really enjoyed how she portrayed the character and they did have a good chemistry with the male character., but oh well,, what can we do?😅

[@evangelineortiz3438]

I did not watch Season 2. I tried but I could not. The drama lost its appeal for me after JSM was replaced.

[@jackikatsi]

Exactly

[@bluwulf]

You are missing out

[@matrixgaming8637]

You are missing out, just because of simping on one actor, just watch season 2.

[@sweet-teia167]

Season 2 is just as good. It will give you closure from season 1

[@JYPEfan2212]

Same

[@joyceburgos7474]

No offense meant but I like first girl from Season 1 JSM

[@lexl3398]

It should be offensive. Doing a poor transition with another actress was criminal + poor script

[@Ani-sd9zt]

Unlike popular opinion, I actually quite liked both actresses SPOILER ALERT and I think the change and lack of chemistry in the beginning of the 2nd season helped express the emotions Uk felt after losing Mudeok. As the season goes on you feel his confusion as their chemistry grows despite her being a different person, and by the end of the show, it felt natural seeing Naksu and Uk together.

[@samanthathom1575]

True

[@joeok7400]

Jung So Min fav and best actress of all time ❤

[@steveo8571]

I would have been much happier if Mudeok would have re-appeared at the end. Go Yoon Jung is a good actress and very beautiful but I really really really missed Jung So Min. I'm sure the Hong sisters could have brought her back and have UK date both "versions" of Naksu until the women got tired of him and married each other with Jin Mu officiating. What a happy ending that would have been.

[@taytanostris]

😭😂😂😂

[@mariaclaireyu245]

I’m disappointed when Mudeok (Jung So Min) change to different actress. I’m still hoping that Jung So Min will re appear as Mudeok for the next season. ❤

[@greylizard1040]

Considering how much time they must have spent filming to produce such a long and high quality show, the final product is really impressive and everyone must have grown really close from spending so many long days and nights together. They're all very skilled. All the cast gave incredible performances. There's a lot of times when watching I can definitely imagine how hard it must have been to keep a straight face.

[@maryrosebenesisto1301]

You can’t fault JSM and she has set the bar high for AOS. I had a roller coaster of emotions in S1 and was so invested with the characters. S2 felt flat although GYJ portrayed her role in a great way, still incomparable to JSM. Even the fierce Naksu I was expecting for an assassin wasn’t there. I would watch S2 and fall asleep momentarily, that’s what I felt that it has never peaked my interest due to my bias for the first female lead. I am rewatching Season 1, but not too eager to do the same for S2. JSM all the way. 🥰

[@baiqlukita7774]

Just say yall don't like s2 because the s1 are pure romcom with the sassy female lead chara meanwhile in s2 we got a more angsty-romance with feminine female lead chara No need to project to another argument like "Go Younjung doesn't do naksu character justice" or blah

[@nirmalapalli5515]

@@baiqlukita7774 ooo god are u a fan boy of that girl why u are putting ur nose in others people bias

[@nirmalapalli5515]

@@baiqlukita7774 u just go and take care ur GYj

[@Concepcion30]

My only problem with the second season is they seemed to have went much lower on the budget. The fight scenes what few there were, were mostly blah. Mostly because Jang Uk was so overpowered he didn't have to do much to defeat his enemies. It seems when they may have spent most of their CG budget for the awakening of that firebird which didn't look bad. Overall, I expected a bit more from season 2 or part 2.

[@suju94]

JSM was best naksu and GYJ was best Cho yeong / Buyeon. Because Naksu was ruthless but without the past Naksu was Cho yeong, innocent and loveable kid which was well portrayed with GJY innocent look and acting. People should just enjoy drama and esp when it was really good and happy ending

[@RMA-23-00]

I like the first king so min was the best , as soon as the change the Alchemy that girls I avoided watching part 2 or season 2 sucks , if you’re planning to have 3 put Jung so min

[@judithferrer8770]

S1 with Jung Somin showed a very nice and excellent tandem to the ML and FL. Jang Uk and Mudheok shared best moments. I was sad Mudheok was not already in S2. The twist of the story is quite disappointing. Mudheok was forgotten. And Jang Uk easily got attracted to Buyheon. How could he kissed other girl easily, even he didnt know the soul was Naksu. He easily forgot Mudheok. Confused and disappointed.The character of Mudheok was easily vanished.

[@ihaveadreamformykids4400]

It supposedly have been 3 years later when they met.

[@livesmilefangirl5803]

Agreed !!!!

[@callmeqi]

Exactly! I almost felt betrayed when he kissed BuYeon the same night after he bid goodbye to Naksu/MuDeok at the lake in episode 5. How could he kiss someone else after a heavy emotion night? Even BuYeon thought he was thinking of Naksu/MiDeok when he kissed her. It seems like he’s so easily get distracted by a pretty girl who’s chasing after him. So disappointing. I thought they should only get closer when he found out more similarity (of Naksu) in her.

[@marleneserrano6106]

Still season 1 for me.

[@veronicaburg2483yeudislncyiwph]

Ngjfekn

[@allison2lu]

One thing I still don't understand is how come Mudeok didn't have the ability to sense energy when she was in Buyeon's body, but Naksu had that ability in second season?

[@Leilei487]

i think because at that time jin buyeon was still recovering, meaning she probably has lost her power from drowning, so she recovered using naksu’s soul. since naksu’s soul was powerful from the alchemy of soul. But in part 2 i guess both are dying and master lee can only save one soul using buyeon’s body as he thought buyeon’s soul is dead, but we later found out she wasn’t so she came back and did what she needs to do and leave the body again in the end..

[@zeynepuslu277]

She sensed once. She sensed the yin yang is broken

[@amadajuanita]

I stopped watching it. I hate when they change the story because they had a lot of viewers. Love it until the last chapter of season 1, then I stopped.

[@Chinenye_3]

I love the two actress but Jungsomin acting is unmatched

[@Serraphina]

The storyline of the second season didn't make any sense. They tried so hard to justify how Mudeok turned into Naksu, but it was so rubbish.

[@rjayOso]

Both JSM and GYJ had good chemistry with Wook, however it kinda feels weird for me to connect emotionally by seeing a different face for season 2. I ended up just focusing on the story (which is great) but not the actors.

[@nirmalapalli5515]

Right

[@KimAndKimmy1225]

My thoughts exactly.

[@callmeqi]

GYJ was the original Naksu face in Part 1. That’s why they picked her again as the main when JSM couldn’t play in Part 2. The writer had to change the story.

[@kavitharagipani4798]

Absence of Somin in season 2 made a lot of difference.,i didn't have interest in watching it at all, but went on watching season 1 again....they made huge mistake taking two different heroines for same role though both could have been easily played by So Min...anyways, season 1 was worth watching forever

[@S_ophia45]

Jung so min is the who brought us back in season 2. She portraited her character so well and her chaotic duo and chemistry with lee jae wook was on another level. 2nd season destroyed all the plot and made the story mere boring love story. People prefer second season because of bold scenes and plastic surgery beauty of 2nd girl

[@music.jar.0118]

This is so true :) I expected a great P2 which would made this drama epic but the whole plot and magic from P1 was obliterated !!! to the point that P2 feels like a poor fanfiction. The only thing P2 has is a strong promotion campaign with the key word "chemistry" and "lead actors as lovers in real life" premise. It has no story itself and the whole hype are cliffhangers revolving around the story will she remember/will he recognize her. They tried to compensate all that with bold kissing scenes ?! and a classic trope in kdramas.... P2 is just a huge failure.

[@fleurelise997]

​@@music.jar.0118 Agreed 💯 well said! S2 was all hype and hope for JSM's return, not much else.

[@livesmilefangirl5803]

@@music.jar.0118FACTS

[@mamarupok]

The change in the Naksu actress for season 2 was a shock but I like how they justified it. The actress was really good too. It just felt like a full circle for her character arc, reverting to her original form.

[@Jaykrystopher]

If Naksu took over Jin Buyeon'a body because her energy is making the body alive, then, Jung Somin's face is the face of Jin Seolran since the soul of Jin Seolran is inside the body of (real) Jin Buyeon. Or was the body has the face of the real Jin Buyeon just that it was made alive because Jin Seolran was born from since inside mother Jin's womb.

[@KimAndKimmy1225]

Watching S2 is like me when i was little being forced to go to school 😂. I finished watching S2 coz i needed answers. Im trying to like the new lead GYJ but it seems like her acting were a bit flat and bland. I can’t help but compare. JSM is really exceptional in S1.

[@fleurelise997]

Best analogy 🤣🤣🤣🤣 like studying for an exam

[@mikemorgan5394]

They swapped out a leading lady, that always works out bad. It doesn't matter at all what the story line is. Further it was easy to tell from the second season's writing and convoluted plot they were trying to fix a dumb mistake. Also there appears to be a large social media campaign designed to try and make the producers, directors and writers from not looking foolish and IMHO it's doing just the opposite. They have foolishly painted themselves into a corner where there is no possibility that the original actress can come back for a season three in a staring roll. So, it's unlikely there will even be a season three. But the first season was great!

[@nirmalapalli5515]

Right

[@barbragrantham6072]

Season 1 cannot be beat.

[@thisisseriousbs]

I noticed that also. A lot of sudden scrambling and forced media appearances emphasizing an overly happy and compatible S2 cast. I am a big fan of the Hong sisters (Hotel del Luna) but I feel like they went off the rails in writing S2 of AOS ( the recasting of the FL being their worst decision). They probably envisioned that the recasting would generate a small amount of media buzz and result in increased viewership for S2, but they underestimated JSM and didn't expect her portrayal of Mudeok to resonate with so many people.

[@Jenegg1234]

I couldn't finish seasons 2... It's not the same without JSM. 😢 I wish they would just ended at season 1 with a happy ending.

[@KOBUDERA1606]

Jung So-Min Rules!

[@marurararu]

im not a kdrama fan AT ALL but i happened to watch this series and got sooo invested. im honestly glad there wouldn't be a 3rd season anymore because the 2nd season was a hard pill to swallow already.

[@iywoayiesoue]

Whyy

[@suhayes7628]

Miss . Jung So Min

[@Lakshmi63849]

I think both the actors who did Naksu did well! If you keep your biases aside, they both did amazing job! They both have their own charm.

[@veronicaallen1189]

I love it. I love it from Australia. My congratulations

[@joyful1553]

I liked how it turned out! I it's just perfect! Really hoping for season 3

[@dianesimoes8943]

So loved this series!

[@giovannamariotto5246]

Im watching S2 now, I like it but I feel like Naksu isn't the same character (maybe because she lost her memory?) I hope when she gets her memories back her personality will come back too

[@music.jar.0118]

Don't worry, it doesn't...

[@Allelujah19]

@@music.jar.0118 Episode 8,9 and 10 it showed perfectly, I don't know what your talking about. The TRUE problem is that it took 8 episodes to get past the "lost memories Naksu."

[@Uibin-czely]

Jung so Min Is my favorit actress since I saw this serie. She Is the soul of all this magic. 🇦🇷❤️🇰🇷

[@wantedmasters2k]

Donfang quinchang character already got my heart

[@iMetalGearSolid]

This was one of the best K Drama I've ve ever seen.. Jung So Min basically introduced me to it b.c I was looking for more movies and shows she took part in. Season 2 didn't feed my soul the way season 1 did but I'm happy I stuck around. I was rooting for all the couples in the shower. I never thought the King would grow on me the way ge did!

[@bananafischl]

i loved both JSM and GYJ as naksu they portrayed their characters well !!

[@doloresbarros8229]

I was so sad washing the second season . to me young so the actress on the first season was needed to be on the second season. Sorry but the first season was the best . No me gusto la segunda temporada porque al final tenia que estar yong so me.

[@chid4610]

Jung so min is the best! I did not watch this after not including her.

[@meraki4269]

Loved loved this kdrama. Will they do S3 😊

[@thanaaabdullah3452]

I’m a fan of both actresses. The first season I fell in love and was immediately disappointed when we wouldn’t see more of the actress who played Naksu. But I loved Mudeok. Both actresses did very well showing their range in versatility playing multiple characters

[@glennsutton8269]

I'm was enthralled with both the ladies acting skills and what a choice to get the original naksu for season 2. My only problem is that Alchemy of souls is finished and I won't be able to look forward to season 3

[@Naijagyal01]

This right here! Same.

[@elizabethbroncati6590]

Loved both female leads and clearly the direction and the rest of the cast were excellent

[@violamarshall1024]

SEASON 1 WAS THE BEST. I HAVE WATCH SEASON 2 ONCE. I LOVE SEASON 1, I WATCH IT OVER AND OVER. I CANNOT WATCH SEASON 2 AGAIN.

[@MS-ov9sv]

Lee Jae Wook has performed unparalleled...... I am at loss of words to appreciate his acting ❤❤❤❤❤

[@evegyabaah551]

So min is the best❤

[@larungbatojutsu2427]

I was invested with AoS because of Mu Deok, that scene when she hanging on the bridge then fell was all it took for me to know this drama will be great. Sad to see, she's not playing on season 2

[@MaricelConsolacion1623]

The 9th episode was truly heartbreaking. The senior stars really put in quality acting as it made the episode emotional. The writer did a good job in putting a twist on the later episode that put justice tthe story. I thought it will either have an open ending or a sad one but they were able to pull a happy ending. It seena i wouldn't be able to move on yet with the Alchemy Of Souls so I will be watching it again. I am looking forward to this kind of kdramas and will be following Jae Wook and the other casts on their future projects. Kudos to all the casts and staff! 💞

[@spidermeow]

wow maidservant kim soooooooooo pretty !!

[@starwarborbala2421]

I haven't seen no 2 yet but will. The truth is knowing AOS is not playing is making me a little of... watching it. After getting do much advertising after season 1 it's quite logical that season 2 has higher numbers. Has nothing to do with the new girl💪

[@darlenedevegan7401]

Loved the series!

[@NWO]

somin please come for jang uk and Nak su Daughter Please i miss somin

[@dianebritten3155]

I loved the series, but was so disappointed after JSM left. GYJ is pretty but her acting is not up to par with JSM!!!

[@sarithapothuluri2052]

Me too! I LOVE JSM so much! Her acting is incredible!!!❤

[@ximenaflores1788]

GYJ has incredible acting skills tho? it’s not fair to compare them like pls dpmo lol

[@Tex-f8i]

Second season was not as good to me as the First

[@wst1ismasih128]

Awesome thanks for your response accurately and totally 👍🏼

[@Ladytears]

I love Yoo Joon Sang and actress Oh Na Ra one of my favorites from the passed I think they did a great job too. The drama was hot!! sad that the end had to be rush but it was rush with love.

[@hlemms2478]

I thoroughly enjoyed both season of Alchemy of souls!! Also thought both the main actress were very good in their own part and the main actor gel very well with both actresses!!

[@armyforlife3191]

I need season 3

[@wilhelminadrake]

This series excels at creating fantastic side characters and there's so many!