Kill Me, Heal Me is a love story starring Ji Sung and Hwang Jung-eum. The drama explores themes of multiple personality disorder and child abuse. Cha Do-Hyun, played by Ji Sung, comes from a wealthy family but suffers from dissociative identity disorder, manifesting as seven distinct personalities. These personalities, created as a result of childhood trauma, emerge unpredictably.
Oh Ri-Jin, played by Hwang Jung-eum, is a first-year medical resident hired by Do-Hyun to be his personal doctor. Throughout the drama, we meet these seven unique personalities—some dark and edgy, others quirky and lovable. As the story unfolds, the two fall in love and embark on a journey of healing together.
What I liked
First of all, what I liked most about this drama is the amazing performance by Ji Sung. He has been a popular actor since the drama Protect the Boss, but I feel like Kill Me, Heal Me is the best performance of his career. He effortlessly switches between all these personalities, each of which is so distinct and layered. Pulling this off is no easy feat.
I really appreciated how this drama raises awareness about dissociative identity disorder, which is often misunderstood or misrepresented in the media. The struggles Cha Do-Hyun faces each morning, waking up to the consequences of actions taken by his other personalities, are heartbreaking to watch. The series effectively portrays how challenging it is to live with this condition. I feel that watching this drama helps to reduce the stigma surrounding individuals with this type of disorder.
What I didn’t like
There isn’t much I didn’t like about Kill Me, Heal Me. However, if I had to point out one thing, it would be the awkward “American scene.” If you’re a fan of Korean dramas, you probably know what I mean. These scenes can feel uncomfortable when the actors aren’t fluent in English, making the dialogue seem stilted or unnatural. Fortunately, this moment is brief and doesn’t linger long enough to detract from the overall experience.
In the Nutshell
I highly recommend Kill Me, Heal Me. It is arguably one of the best Korean dramas of 2015. The production quality is excellent, and the performances are outstanding—not just from Ji Sung but from the entire cast. The storyline never drags; it’s a fast-paced drama that captures your attention in every episode. In fact, I didn’t find a single bad episode throughout the series.
Thanks for the review! I haven’t watched this drama yet, but I will add it to my watchlist. I appreciate your reviews and I value your opinion! It’s great to have a forum for people like me who are new to watching dramas!
I can’t figure out how to rate this, but I give it 5 stars!
Nice review. I’ve heard about this drama before but I’ve been pushing it down on my list for some time coz I’m not rally familiar with the leads. But after reading this, you convinced me to hit play on Heal Me Kill Me.