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Yaya and Nadech? Yes, please!
Overview:I first watched this drama in 2011 and finally decided to write a review about it. This was my first lakorn I watched of Yaya and Nadech and became a huge fan of them. The first time watching this drama, I skipped around after the first 12 episodes when things went downhill, but after nine years, I finally rewatched the drama again. But if you are into the typical sweet, yet sour love stories, this might suit your taste.
Story (with a few minor spoilers):
Saichon is an orphan who was the eye candy of Min Island. Everything about him is perfect. He's hot, young, sweet, strong, etc.. Then comes in Nai Fah who was found washed ashore after a storm. Nai Fah lost all of her memories so the best choice for her was to stay on Min Island. Saichon eventually becomes the caregiver for Nai Fah and they slowly fall in love. Figures out, Nai Fah is a rich girl from the city and her older (adopted) sister, Fahlada, is trying to find her. The first twelve episodes focuses on how Nai Fah and Saichon falls in love and eventually gets married, while Fahlada is trying to find her sister. After that, when Nai Fah was forcefully taken away from Saichon and back to her sister, who happens to be evil, jealous, and selfish (typical villain traits), everything goes downhill. I skipped around because Saichon literally became a different man; plus he became rich after he saved a rich businessman (and that change of hairstyle really caught me off guard). When Nai Fah returned to the city, she went through surgery and regained her previous memories while she lost her memories from Min Island. Therefore, Saichon just thought that Nai Fah was faking everything and regretted her time with him on the island. He then proceeds to gets angry, possessive, jealous, and he literally sexually abused Nai Fah. Those were the main parts I skipped since I'm not a big fan of Thai dramas fantasizing rape. The ending was okay. The sister didn't really get what she deserved, she got more than what she deserved. I think it might just be me, but I was kind of sad that Nai Fah didn't regain any memories from Min Island. However, I did find it sweet how she chose to believe in Saichon's love for her. Overall, this was a pretty good storyline up until episode 12.
Acting/Cast:
To this day, Nadech and Yaya are still one of my favorite actor/actresses. Their acting has improved since 2011 so if you want to check them out more, definitely do! Their acting really shines in Leh Lub Salub Rarng. Their acting in this drama was pretty good, but you could tell they were still was developing. No major complaints though from this drama.
Music:
Two songs were repeated throughout the whole series. It really played with your emotions, like sometimes the song makes the scene really sweet, but sometimes it was just overplayed. It's really hard to not miss the background music but I think it could've been toned down at some point of the drama.
Rewatch Value:
Knowing that it took me 9 years to finally re-watch this drama, I would say rewatching it was not as thrilling as watching it the first time. I would definitely rewatch the first 12 episodes again, but not the last 9 just because it was not my cup of tea.
Overall:
Overall, this was a good drama, minus the last half of the show. The first half was a extremely good yes, but the second half was an eh. If the second half of the drama wasn't so extremely long and draggy, I think I would put this drama in my top 10 favorite Thai lakorns. But as of right now, it'll have to sit in my top 20's.
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Obsessed with their Chemistry, but...
without spoiling much:The beginning was so cute! all of the side characters were also so entertaining in the beginning, and the leads had such amazing chemistry + the angst! no wonder people love seeing them together on screen. it was so sweet to watch at first... but then came the middle-
the male lead was so toxic in the middle and the other plot twists had me STRESSED. I just don't understand why the writers thought to make the middle of the story so horrible- usually, characters develop as the show continues but here the characters get really weird and annoying in the middle just for the "suspense"... and cause some viewers (for whatever reason) enjoy that stuff. I wish they didn't build up the beginning so sweet if that's what they had planned for the rest of the show, it changed so much and it was just confusing.
I was so stressed and annoyed at the plot and characters in the middle of the show, I only watched for Yadech and so I don't miss out on details in case the show improved... ( i personally feel like it did but that's up to the viewer ig and maybe its cause I was so disappointed with the middle that I found the end satisfying? idk)
In short: obsessed with the cute beginning, very disturbed by the "middle", mixed thoughts on the end... but if you like yaya and nadech, you'll get plenty of eye candy bc they both looked amazing throughout the show!
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I love the main couple’s cute and sweet love story at the beginning. It is all about innocent first love that as a viewer, it just warms my heart. In some ways it reminds me of the 1980s movie Blue Lagoon: young love in paradise. In the second half, the lakorn then descends into complete madness: the evil, jealous adopted sister; the angry, possessive ML; the many times the FL experiences verbal and physical abuse. In a very small fraction of my heart, I kind of ship the FL with P’Mor, the good doctor. He’s older and seems more mature; a perfect guy to care for and love the FL. When I feel that the ML is too angry and does stupid sh*t to the the FL, I rewatch their earlier episodes when they were so sweet to each other on Min Island. I am pretty satisfied with the ending, but I am trying to understand the whole forgiveness and self-sacrificing nature of the drama. The sister committed so many hateful, evil acts, but in the end she was never punished for it. Our main couple reaffirm their love for each other, and I am sure, the FL’s memories will slowly return. Still, though, all the angst that I felt, which was created by the sister, did not get its justice. I guess I want the bad guy to pay somehow. Maybe I am a vengeful person. Was this review helpful to you?
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The rape scene was not neccessary but this is a LAKORN, we all know that they romanticize any violent action/rape. I want to think that the writer of this drama may be a masochist.?
The evil sister was not even punished for the evil things she did and changed for good at the last part all of Sudden?, she did not pay for what she did and she was also forgiven! What kind of nonsense is this?
The only good in this drama is the electrifying chemistry between the lead. I love how saichon/charles look at fah. You can sense the overflowing love he has for the love of his life.
The two leads was the only reason why i painstakingly finish this drama to end. I fastforwarded every episode.
Not rewatch it
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Love's Twists and Turns: The Complex Drama of 'Game Rai Game Rak
Game Rai Game Rak, a Thai drama featuring the popular real-life couple Nadech and Yaya, marks one of their earliest collaborations. The allure of witnessing the chemistry between the beloved duo drew me in. However, the experience turned out to be quite different from what I anticipated, given the heavy themes and elements explored in the narrative.Plot:
The storyline revolves around Saichon, an islander who rescues Fahlada, only to discover that she has lost her memories. Fahlada's childlike demeanor makes her vulnerable to exploitation, setting the stage for a series of events. The plot is undeniably intricate and rich, yet it becomes cumbersome, leading to moments of annoyance. The inclusion of elements like sexual assault, rape, and a toxic relationship dynamic further complicates the viewing experience.
Characters:
1. Fahlada, the true heir suffering from amnesia, presents as a typical damsel in distress. However, her character gains some sympathy due to her memory loss.
2. Saichon undergoes a significant transformation from a carefree islander to a vengeful individual, making him a complex and somewhat repulsive character.
3. Chompoo, Fahlada's adopted sister, adds an evil twist to the narrative, driven by financial motives.
4. Dr. Mor, a positive character, becomes entangled in the complexities of love and betrayal.
Acting and Casting:
Yaya, in her early acting days, exhibits a novice approach with a lack of expression and stiffness. However, her growth as an actress becomes apparent in her later works. Nadech, the more experienced actor, delivers a convincing performance, successfully invoking dislike for his character. The supporting cast, particularly the actress portraying Chompoo, contributes to the overall quality of the production.
Music:
The music in Game Rai Game Rak is unremarkable but adequately complements the series, fitting the mood and tone of the scenes.
Overall Impression:
While Game Rai Game Rak can be considered a decent drama with a compelling plot and strong acting, it falls short in its execution towards the end. The rushed resolution of conflicts, particularly Fahlada's forgiveness of Charles, feels unsatisfying.
The prolonged forgiveness phase or an alternative ending might have provided a more gratifying conclusion. Additionally, Fahlada's incomplete recovery of memories leaves a sense of disappointment. The drama tends to drag towards the conclusion, impacting the overall viewing experience.
In summary, Game Rai Game Rak is a mixed bag, offering moments of intrigue and frustration. It serves as a noteworthy starting point for Yaya's acting journey and showcases Nadech's skill but could have benefited from a more thoughtful conclusion.
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