Christmas Special!- Boxing Day Madness, Dec-26-2013

10:30pm

As you all may know, usually Christmas time is a time of holiday festivities and family gatherings filled with food joy and wonder etc.etc. That time usually comes to an immediate close once fucking Boxing Day arrives

I swear to god- this day is literally parallel to that of The Purge (for those of you who don't know the Purge, it's basically one day of the year where people are granted permission to kill each other. It's pretty gruesome. watch the movie) LOL honestly- malls are packed you literally cannot walk 2 feet without someone pushing you or someone walking fucking turtle pace in front of you.

I may sound over board with this but i this is just because i just finished a work shift at one of the stores and it was so bad LOL- thank goodness i didn't work a closing shift xDD 

I understand for some it's like a tradition for their family to go HAM, on gettin' those deals and whatnot- but comeon.. in this day of age, there's a thing called online shopping and they have sales there too ! LOL

Maybe it's different in other countries- i live in Toronto, so the sales here aren't that amazing. It's more of a boxing WEEK rather than day, so that discount is something thats going to remain even after Boxing day (another reason why i question their logic). I just want to make something clear here- i'm not trying to bash anyone LOL by all means, go shop. i'm just saying there are many alternatives where you can get the same exact time, not even wait in any line and still be satisfied with your purchase. 

Anyway- enough of my ranting lol. i'm done

 LOL 

Cheers everybody and happy holidays !

Kquimms

Unwrap Your Memories Campaign!

12:11am

Alright, now before i begin with this post, I'd like to say that I have officially completed Behavioural Research Methods and Statistical methods Part 1 ! :'D I'm so happy lol . and now!~..

Hello there my lovelies, I hope you all are having a wonderful Christmas holiday vacation~. I've recently received an email asking me 

"Dear Kristine, what is your most memorable memory of Christmas?" 

whether it be when you were a child or even when you are an adult. 

Okay, i have to be honest with you. Whenever someone asks me to think back to a certain time, or just thinking back in general, I either come up with some sort of negative response that just kills the conversation as a result, or a blank response... that's really just the first few things that come up in my mind until someone reminds me "didn't you do _____ over the winter break?" then, i'll be "Oh yeah! i did do that!"...

Its usually just the negative things that I remember. And on top of that i don't have a very great memory. I've had a lot of things happen to me, but that's for another time to share with you. For now, I'll try to remember the positive that happened to me during Christmas :)

A couple years back- this... hmm probably just when i turned 5 (2000). We usually spend our Christmas at my cousins. Being Filipino and all, all i could remember was the ample supply of food ! LOL it was everywhere-- wait. Lets not forget the karaoke machine- i had a microphone in one hand singing endlessly for 2 hrs (i think it was Britney Spears at the time), in the other hand was i think some Lechon (at this point, Google is your best friend). 

It was the best- everybody was singing and dancing to my sad singing on the karaoke machine. It was great, i always sang infront of my dads new video camera, i also got my brother and sister with me, my closest cousins and the rest of my family, and the food LOL the glorious food. Everyone would contribute- everyone, so it was a feast. 

**I do have to give you a little warning- my way of writing tends to be a little all over the place- i don't really like to edit and rearrange my blogs most of the time, so yeah lol. just bare with me here. (<--even saying this right now is alittle out of the blue lol.)

Tradition in my family went sorta like this- During Christmas/ Newyears eve, everyone would gather round by 11:50 of Christmas Eve or Newyears eve with the TV on blast on CityPulse (when it was still called that at the time), the kids (us) would be getting ready the pot and pans with the wooden spoons and the adults with change in their pockets. By the time the clock struck 12midnight- everybody would be celebrating with clanging pots and money thrown everywhere for us to try and catch LOL it was so terrible LOL. i was always the one to get the least amount- mainly cause i was the youngest and everybody else was big and pushed me away xD. BUT ! thats beside the point!! 

At this point it was a time of celebration of thanking the world for having what we have- a family. i would see family members kiss, and and cousins getting grabbed by my uncles and aunts and celebrating together. Of course i was with my parents as well. It was greatest time during the year.

I hate to say this but my dad was right- I would be able to understand everything until i was older. And now that i am, evening now as i'm typing up with post for you that it's a memory that i should really cherish and remember instead of all the bad things that have happened to me. 

These are the kinds of memories that will help keep me going and to move forward :)

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Alright ! lol now, with that being said, i did mention earlier that this post was because of an email that someone sent me- that someone was actually www.destinyusa.com. They had recently asked me to participate in this lovely campaign called "Unwrap Your Memories" (hence the Blogpost Title). :))

I think i'm going to end it here before i pass out lol, goodnight all!

Cheers,

Kquimms

Stocking Stuffers for Christmas

11:24am

i'm currently studying for my statistics exam for next week... *sigh* 

i thought i'd take my mind off of such an atrocity with a list of easy stocking stuffers that i think everyone would love- this is mainly for the ladies but also welcome for the men as well :D.

For me, i always have the problem of what to give to people because you know, even if you've known the person for a long time, you'd want to give them a decent gift right? Usually when i plan out my gifts for people i usually ask myself, 

"Self, what is something that they need, and is within my budget?" 

(which is very important as a university student xD) 

So for my case, i'm thinking of what to give to my sister, she's a nurse and i feel that shes always stressed and doesn't give the time to herself to you know.. relaxxx and just pamper herself, soo i thought it'd be great to give her small things that would help her relax after coming home from a long days of work. 

This is a list of what I've come up with:

1. Cotton Sheet Masks

I don't think she's ever tried these before- they're reall inexpensive and if you get a box set there would be about 10. Or if you want you can get an assortment of different facial masks so that the person you're giving it to will have a variety to try out :) 

2. Facial Creams/ Serums/ Moisturizers/ Eye creams etc.

Preferably, I'd like to get her something from Lancome- like a night cream or something.So when she puts on something before she goes to bed, when she wake up in the morning her face will have soaked up all the nutrients and goodies and just feel- refreshed!  You can purchase any other brand or beauty line, for some reason i'm just drawn towards Lancome xD. 

3. Cozy Socks/ Warm slippers

I believe that it should be in order that everyone own and really nice pair of warm fuzzy and cozy socks or slippers- like a MUST. You are not truly relaxed at home unless you have a good pair of cozy socks to wear or slippies to put on. My sisters place, is tiles and is pretty cold, the slippers that she does have is a little worn out so maybe getting a nice pair of bunny slippers would do the job. I'll have to figure out though how to stuff these in the stockings.

And if this is for a male friend- jsut switch it up and get slippers that look more like it should be for a dude- like Panda slippers, or bear slippers lol !

Be creative- have fun with shopping for your friends and family, it shouldn't be a months worth of stress and unnecessary fighting at malls (ladies). If you want to be practical then get shopping done early, and avoid the vicious crowds during december and november months.

Well then! I shall be wishing you all Happy Holidays ! :D

Cheers,

Kquimms 

Drama Review: 예쁜남자/ Pretty Boy/ Yeppeun Namja !!!

10:33 a.m 

ladies and gentlemen, it is h e r e.

How many episode approximately?   i believe there are approximately 16 

Any famous actors/actresses? LMFAO if you said no to this question

 then you are probably still new to 

watching kdramas.

Genre? Comedic with of course romance 

Should i prepare to cry a river?  lol hmmm, i wouldn't think so no 

Why is 장근석 so glamorous?  LOLOL you tell me !

Characters

Jang Geun Suk as Dok Go Ma Te  

• The oh so glamorous Jang Geun Suk, comes back with another wonderful drama, as the "Pretty Boy" Dok Go Ma Te. It's basically what the title says- he's seen as the ultimate ladies man lol 
• i guess his basic goal is to in a sense live the luxurious life with his mum (he would use his glamorous to seduce rich women )

UI as Kim Bo Tong 

• Bo Tong has a very quirky personality. not to mention she is in love with Ma Te 
• She lives at home along with her brother and mother 
• she first met Ma Te on a bus stop (you'll see this scene in the pilot ep.) lol i don't know what to say about their relationship lol.... shes border line obsessed with him i guess.

Han Chae Yeong as Hong Yu Ra 

• Such a mysterious lady in this drama- a mysterious glamorous lady xD 
• I feel like i shouldnt tell you much about her LOL this is something that you should just find out when watching lol 

Lee Jang U Choi David

• David Choi... isn't that a name on youtube? 
• i would say that this character is the exact same replica (except in a mans body) of Bo Tong
• we dont really know much about his other than the fact that hes the "MD" of a department? and that he's very caring and always looks out for Bo Tong

--> very contrasting to Ma Te's personality for sure

Synopsis

This drama focuses on the glamorous/ quirky relationship between Dok Go Ma Te and Kim Bo Tong- Bo Tong being the borderline obsessive usually goes out of her way to do outrageous things just to get Ma Te's approval or attention (which often times doesn't really work out too well)--> as aforementioned, Ma Te often uses his charms for money- he meets this millionaire who falls head over heels for him giving him anything he wanted. 

At this point the mysterious lady, Yu Ra is introduced into the drama. This is the lady that has been mysteriously appearing and disappearing from Ma Te and apparently knows everything about him. She also tells him things that are mind blowing .... (that is all lol.)

David Choi.... the main thing i remember about him is him buying a hat wig from Bo Tong, and maintaining "Vintage dust" on his car.. LOL Bo Tong meets this fine young fellow at one of her "yard" sales. he Eventually helps Bo Tong on her quest to also help Ma Te with his own dilemma (which ties in with Yu Ra)

* this synopsis may seem a bit confusing xD please bear with me*

Response

Can i just say ! LOL they make Geun Suk so unnecessarily Glamorous !! LMFAO, in the first bloody episode they shoot him with his lovely locks flowing in the wind.. of a bus -_- LOL and his LOOKS LOLOL his looks and his poses that she presents to the ladies XDD LOL ridiculous xD. 

and Bo Tong... man ... her outfits are another thing to complain about LOL- when you watch it you'll know what i mean lol. 

This drama is very lively and i feel that there is an equal balance of the two dramas that are going on- good job producers and directors ! 

This drama is a total thumbs up and a definite recommend even if you're new to dramas and are attempting to start out slow- this is a great drama for you (but then again who wants to start slow watching dramas! LMAO)

Heres the trailer for you guys !

That's it guys, cheers !

Kquimms

New Upcoming Drama: 예쁜남자 / Pretty Boy/ Beautiful Man~

12:33a.m
Hello my lovlies! 

I just wanted to share this with you a wonderful discovery :')- at one point i was questioning the absence of Jang Geun Suk after his awesome drama in Love Rain until in We Got Married: Global Edition, Hong Ki called him if he wanted to join the wedding ceremony--> at this point Geun Suk said that he was busy so I said to my self, "Self, maybe he's working on a new TV series" 

i. was. right.

LMAO- I believe that he's coming out with a new drama thats airing sometime in November, also starring in it, is UI (you might recognize her from Dream High) - i'm not quite sure what the synopsis is about but c'mon let's face it- if it has Geun Suk in it then it'll prolly be awesome LOL 

you can clink the link below and it'll direct you to a video that'll give you a little more insight on the new upcoming drama 예쁜남자  ~~
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlbliOLoGPg

enjoyyy~

11-02-13: Drama Review: The Heirs/ 상속자들 !!

1:21am

 Hello there! i've been pretty busy with school *i'm swimming in homework atm* but I suddenly felt the urge to write a new review on the new drama: 

When was this Drama Released?- October 9-2013

Is this a Korean Drama?- Yes

How many episodes are out right now?- there

 are currently 8episodes so far and 20 Eps in total

What genre is it?- theres obviously highschool romance 

and some comedic reliefs here and there 

Any well known actors?- oh yeah ! they're 

everywhere in this one!

Is this a drama that will make you cry a river?- nope, at 

least for me- there's nothing really intense (i.e and illness

 or something along those lines) that happens

Can I just mention how AWESOME this drama in?! LOL

Characters

Lee Min Ho as "Kim Tan" 

• The youngest son of a big company (Jin Hyuk)
• I guess you could consider his role as the typical highschool rich kid (dare i say "mentality"?) 
• rejected by his older step brother ( Kim Won), and just a cold hearted troll lol 
• first seen in the pilot episode, studying abroad in America (specifically Cali.)
• btw, Lee min ho, is in City Hunter, Boys Over Flowers, and a historical drama lol 

Park Shin Hye as "Cha Eun-Sang"

• The daughter of a housemaid who works in Kim Tan's household
• Eun Sang in a way represents the extreme side of Kim Tan's lifestyle as she isn;t able to spend so much on lavish luxuriouss thingss~
• Eun Sang works hard to help with their household expenses 
• also has an older sister that to their knowledge is studying abroad in Cali.
• you'd be crazy to not know Park Shin hye (if you don't, she's in You're Beautiful, Flower Boy Next Door)

Kim Woo Bin as "Choi Young Do"

• LOL can i just say? this guy came off as the biggest dick at first in the drama- and you'd think that "oh well i'm sure things will turn around for him as the drama progresses" ..... i don't know LOL 
• He and Kim Tan used to the be best of friends when they were younger but whenever they see each other it's all just filled with an intense atmosphere and rivalry 
• I feel as though on the inside he's just a lonely soul that just needs some consoling LOL  
• his eyebrows though.. in the drama.... >_>

Kim Min Hyuk as "Yoon Chan Young"

• I think you'd be able to recognize this baby face as the drummer of CN Blue, and also that hungry dude from Heartstrings (also with Park shin Hye)
• Min Hyuk Plays the role of the best friend of Eun Sang and the boyfriend of Lee Bo Na 
• Chan Young is often helping out Eun Sang whenever she's in trouble- a kind of person that Eun Sang is able to rely on when in a bind

SYNOPSIS

The pilot episode depicts the life of Cha Eun Sang- working multiple part time jobs preparing for highschool and as well earning the money she makes to help her mother. They later receive a phone call from Eun Sang's older sister to send her money in America for school- however when Eun Sang actually flies over to the US  to visit her sister she discovers her sister not even going to school or focusing on her studies and instead dating men and working park time jobs. The sister, being the backstabbing troll she is takes Cha Eun Sang's money and runs away.

At this point, this is where Eun Sang and Kim Tan meet where he offers Eun Sang a place to stay for the night. Here in Cali is where the majority of the cast members are introduced and sort of gives you some insight of their roles. Things already begin to happen at this point so i can't necessarily tell you everything LOL. it's all a matter of watching now >:3

RESPONSE

 well.. i have to say it's been a while since i've watch a drama where i've been waiting anxiously for the episode to come out LOL. this drama has very strong actors/actresses so you could sort of assume that y'know ;) this'll be a good one lol .

There is just one thing that i don't really like about this drama that may see like a turn off at the beginning- LOL the way they speak English LOL. What's most interesting are the native english speakers *sigh* if you are able to get past that then this drama is perfect

it does have that typical situation between the guy and girl where one of them would be on a different social status bar than the other, but somehow end up liking each other. 

^for me personally- i don't think i can get tired of these dramas LOL so i'm good

** ALL IN ALL - i think that this drama is a good starter drama if your just beginning to watch Kdrama- it's something that'll get you hooked right away  !!　

へるずわ面白いです！：D trolol

here's the trailer if you guys want to check it out 

that's it guys hope you guys enjoyyed ! :Ｄ　

Drama Review: Who Are You?/ 후 아 유

Alright, so for today's review we're going to be talking about the newly anticipated Kdrama "Who Are You?"/후 아 유

Is this a Korean Drama?: Yes

How many episodes have and will be released?: This is a new drama so there 

are only 2 episodes that are up so far but for how many episodes 

that will be released?.. not quite sure lol.

Any recognizable actors/actresses?: Yes, many- there isn't one character 

that you don't know in this drama

Genre?: I can't necessarily say for now only because 2 episodes 

have aired however based on what I have seen so far- most likely 

mystery a little suspense and perhaps some romance? ;)

Here are the Main Character's of the story:

So Yi Hyun as Yang Shi On

• So Yi Hyun plays a detective who was solving a case with her partner when she was badly injured leaving her in a coma only to wake up 6 years later 
• Flustered and confused she begins to see ghosts that others obviously can't see (most likely cause by the coma she was in? lol )
• a former detective in the Special Task Force however voluntarily moved to the department of the Lost and Found Centre

TaecYeon as Cha Gun Woo

• Cha Gun Woo plays the partner of Yang Shi On and also works in the same department with her
• because of Yan Shi On's determination in justifying the ghost's she sees- Gun Woo is forced to go on the same missions with her despite the fact that they aren't even authorized to begin with
• Taecyeon play's a very comedic character which relieves some of the suspense throughout the drama

Kim Chang Wan as Choi Moon Sik

• The lead detective in his department
• Choi Moon Sik is also someone whom Gun Woo highly respects 
• like Gun woo- Moon Sik, whenever on scene also displays comedic relief and at the same time portraying a figure of wisdom and always gives out good advice to both Shi On and Gun Woo whenever out on missions

Kim Jae Wook as Lee Hyung Joon

• ahh the oh so glamorous Kim Jae Wook <3 lol plays the lover of Shin On and also her former partner 
• they don't say much (in the first two eps) about him other than the fact that he was shot and killed

Summary
Alright, well assuming that you've already read about the major characters you probably would know that the main character is Yang Shin On. The story begins with Shin On and her partner, Lee Hyung Joon on a mission and were about to bust some gang smuggling? (lol ). Unfortunately during the mission, Lee Hyung Joon was shot and Yang Shin On had taken damage to the head being left in a coma for 6 yrs.

This somehow causes Shin On to loose her memory ONLY on the day of the accident and at the same time she is mysteriously is able to see and hear ghosts. Now from what I've watched, these ghosts come to her for help to justify what happened to them in the past and to basically put them to rest. And she does this with the help of her new partner Gun Woo. 

She helps the ghosts to be put to rest while simultaneously trying to remember what had happened on the day of the accident and who had shot Hyung Joon.

Response
Considering this be the first drama to actually write a review for right after I've just finished watching the latest episode.. this is a pretty good drama. AND ! on top of that. Taecyeon <3 LOL how can you NOT want to watch this?! LOL Taecyeon and Kim Jae Wook! lol 

some of this sort of doesn't make sense though lol, like how she was able to see ghosts? and how Shin On was able to being under a coma for 6yrs only because a man hit her with a gun on her head ... lol maybe i'm just being arrogant 

Other than that i've pleased to see a movie out that is filled with suspense, comedic relief and some romance here and there lol (of course! it's not a Korean drama without romance !! xDD )


That's it for today~ :)


Cheers~
KQuimms

Drama Review Coming Soon!: Who Are You?/ 후 아 유

12:31PM 

I am so eager to talk about this new drama my friend referred me to- unfortunately there are only 2 episodes that have been aired so once there's more then i'll start doing the review...actually to be honest i have already started working on it xDD LOL I've only realized it now that it wont be so valid of a review if i've only watched hte first 2 episodes lol so i'll give it more time. 

But yeah ! This drama I think you guys will really fancy ;)
Here's the trailer for y'all. enjoy :D

Cheers~
Kquimms

Fashion Trending!: HeadScarves!!

8:05am (I've become accustomed to wake up really early and end up sneaking in naps here and there throughout the whole day)

Hey guys ! I've got a fashion trend for you :D it's actually been around for a while but I was inspired to only talk about it now because .. well i'm wearing one myself ! aha! so here we go~ I'm going to be talking about the different kinds of head scarves and ways to wear 'em!

Okay lets be honest, head scarves can be grouped into that pile of intimidate accessory items especially if it's something new for you. Head scarves come typically in a silk square shaped looking handkerchief however i do have a couple of head scarves that are rectangular- lol so there's that. Head scarves are usually smaller and short than your regular neck scarf- so if you're worried that you might pick up a neck scarf instead of a headscarf when your at the store just keep that in mind!

Alright so depending on the size of head scarf you will get (or maybe yo uahve one already) will most likely determine the style that you will create (big scarf=more fabric to work with. vice versa)
Let me tell you- there are soooo many ways to wear head scarves that it's unbelievable! i bet you 100% ever person that you see with a head scarf will always have something different. 

I think this is the most common look that i have seen on other individuals- which is the basic knot at the front. I think that head scarves are a great way to boost up your outfit and at the same time to hide that trollish bed head you have that you can't tame lol 

As i said, this is a common look that i think any one can do it and is very easy. 

Instructions:

1) Tie your hair in a bun or pontytail- whichever you prefer

2) grab your scarf and place it on the floor or on a flat surface

3) take one end of the scarf and meet it with the end diagonal from it

4) start folding the scarf in sections (3-4) until it looks like a strip 

or band 

(depending on your preference the band can be thick 

or thin, it's up to you)

5. At this point, you can grab either ends of the scarf and place it on your head so that the ends of the scarf is at the front of you face 

6. is this pretty much the easiest part- just tie a simple know at the front of your head

7. the little bunny ears hanging out can be simply tucked away or pinned back and- BAM! your done :D

I found this video a while ago talking more about head scarves and ways to wear them:

I hope you guys found this a little helpful! 

Cheers

Kquimms

Just a little update :)!

2:17 p.m

Helloo~ I know i'm bad lol, i haven't been posting much in a while- just alot of things have been going on i feel like i'm living a blur lol. But if you were wondering i'm doing fine. :) I do good in distracting myself and ! on a side note, I FOUND A JOB ! :'D my prayers have been answered LOL ahh mann i never thought i would be saying this but i'm actually glad that i get to work again and even more i get to earn money ! :'D  LOL  i wont be jobless anymore. ahaha!  anyway- i have to get ready for a little get together with friends. I hope you (whoever you are) are having a wonderful day and i wish you all the best :) <3 

Kquimms

Drama Review: You're the Best Lee Soon Shin!

최고다 이순신!!

Here I am with yet again another review- You're the Best, Lee Soon Shin! Here we go! 

Is this drama Korean?: Yes

Is this a new drama?: Not necessarily no, seeing how many

 episodes they have released 

Any Recognizable actors/actresses?: For me all these characters 

are fairly new, except for UI

Genre?: Definately a Romantic Comedy

Will it make you cry?: LOL, i don't think so- there are challenges the 

characters face but it's more of a drama that will 

make you laugh than anything

How Many Episodes have been released?: Too many to count- alot.

Main Characters

UI as Lee Soon Shin

• Lee Soon Shin, the youngest of two other siblings was often belittled by family, close friends and just people in general. She would always think that people around her aren't able to recognize her potential and talent as an individual.
• She is very hard working and committed in her efforts to get the job done in whatever she does as seen throughout the drama.
• very gullible as a person, she ends up getting swindled by a man who called himself the CEO of a famous Talent Agency.

Jo Jung Suk As Shin Joon Ho

• The real CEO of the Famous Talent Agency is Shin Joon Ho- a very conceided typical character of most korean dramas lol
• cocky, and from first impression it's like he thinks that the world revolves around him lol 
• He first meets Lee Soon Shin at a celebratory event at a hotel where she accidentally ruins his outfit causing a fuss

Yoo In-na as Lee Yoo Shin

• Yoo In-na is seen here as one of the older sisters of UI (Leee Soon Shin) 
• In-na is usually the sibling that bully's Soon Shin throughout the film and CONSTANTLY belittles her- so unreasonable ! 
• she may have good intentions for her younger sister, wanting her to succeed and all but her methods in pushing her is so wrong! (you'll know what I mean when you start watching)

Go Joon Won as Park Chan Woo

• Park Chan Woo is a dermatologist that Lee Soon Shin has the biggest crush on 
• the drama suggests that Chan Woo likes Yoo Shin and only see's Soon Shin as a younger sister 
• I feel like he's the only calm, collected and rational character and always lending a helping hand for the Lee family

Summary

Lee Soon Shin was an Alumni at a decent university trying to find a job- unlike her two sisters, she was not as successful in finding a job. Along with the stress and pressure of trying to satisfy her parents, Lee Soon Shin's older sister Yoo Shin is also giving her a hard time. She has stress coming from every corner and at this point I would even feel desperate myself. 

She encounters a man who claims to be Shin Joon Ho- the CEO of a very famous Talent Agency and believes that Soon Shin has the potential to become a rising star in the acting industry. Almost instantly she gives in and signs a contract stating that she will be given ₩ 10,000,000. <--- Obviously this was a scam lol. This man eventually disappeared leaving Lee Soon Shin with an enormous amount of debt to pay of to the bank. As if things couldn't get any worse right? The real Shin Joon Ho finally meets Soon Shin and tries to convince her to sign a contract to become a real actress for the sake of some ridiculous bet that he makes with his ex lover.

Response

Hmm... I'm still only a couple of episodes in on this drama but it's actually good so far considering my doubts lol.. The only concern that i have is the amount of episodes this drama has- more than 35 FYI. yeah. and all of them are 1hr LOL, i'm just not sure whether or not I'll be finishing this drama. It's a good drama nonetheless and something to definately check out if you want to simply pass the time.

Here's the Trailer for the drama