Imagine being a high school student by day and a rockstar with a guitar by night. Add to that a trip back in time that takes you straight to the ’90s, where you find yourself playing with your teenage father in a band called “Watermelon Sugar.” “Twinkling Watermelon” is the epic full of nostalgia and feelings that you cannot miss.
Eun Gyeol, the main character, handles the role of the model student perfectly in the morning, and in the evening, he lets loose on his guitar. Eun Gyeol’s parents are deaf. They may not be able to hear his music, but they fully feel his energy. One day, Eun Gyeol walks into a curious little music store and is propelled into the 1990s. He meets his father, Ha Yi-Chan, who is only 18 years old and completely unaware of what awaits him. They team up with memorable characters like Choi Se-Kyung, the “Cello Goddess,” and Yoon Chung-A, who, although outwardly tough, is a true softie deep down.
This K-drama dives straight into the depths of family bonds and the magic of music. It explores how connections are made where you least expect them, and the ups and downs of being a child of deaf parents (CODA) in a world full of sounds. Music is not just background noise; she is the common thread of the entire story, making each moment grandiose.
Time travel isn’t there for fun, but to make all the elements of the series work. They allow you to grow, learn and find your rhythm in unexpected ways. Add to that a touch of fantasy, a pinch of romance, and a soundtrack that hits the mark every time, and you have a K-drama that goes beyond television: it’s a real atmosphere. Eun Gyeol’s life is like a wild emotional amusement park. One moment you’re laughing at his high school stunts, and the next moment you’re reaching for tissues as he tries to get closer to his dad in the ’90s.