TheGayestGay
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A great series, regardless of the hate. Worth a watch.
So I’m just gonna say it and address some common misconceptions. Yes, there is a 16 year age gap. Yes, this show is the sequel to Gap. Yes, the unbearable grandmas are back.First, the age gap. 16 years IS a huge age gap but the series does time jump about 5+ years into the future. The younger character Anueng acts very childish at first which doesn’t help. However, after about halfway into Ep.2 you realize that she acts like this because she’s hiding behind this childish persona and is actually going through a lot of abuse and trauma in her daily life. We don’t get into more detail until about Ep.3. Khun Nueng also experiences her own family trauma and has no romantic feelings or even interest upon meeting Anueng. So at the end of Episode 3 is when I think people should make and informed decision about whether they accept it morally or not. There is no grooming or “creepy” behavior. Is it abnormal for a “regular” relationship? Sure. The point of this dynamic is to show that, regardless of age, status, personality (or lack of) falling in love is the same. But as a watcher you should decide what you think is appropriate yourself and not jump to any conclusions before you even watch the series. It’s okay to feel uncomfortable but it’s not okay to be hateful unfairly.
Secondly, it’s related to GAP but it plays a small role throughout the series so you don’t need to watch GAP to understand. I watched GAP as well and to me they are nothing alike. Maybe the concept of the age difference. But they have a completely different setting, storyline, and overall message. You can see the relation between the sister characters because of the personality they have being raised so strictly by their overbearing grandmother. It’s very true to how siblings are. Some side characters are the same but the ones from GAP (other than the younger sister) rarely make appearances. Also, for clarification all three sisters in the family all have GL relationships but it’s not clear what Khun Nueng’s sexuality is since in the very beginning she almost marries a man and he is still actively chasing her in the series.
Lastly, there’s no doubt that this series has a heavy focus on trauma and/or trauma bonding. So I wouldn't watch it if that’s triggering for you. Some people may find that problematic and some might find it healing. Relationships like this exist for multiple different reasons in multiple different ways across the world. I personally think that how people view this series is completely up to personal preference and tolerance to these types of relationships. This series is very thought provoking both in the fictional story and in reality which is why I enjoy watching it so much. All in all so far it’s an amazingly beautiful produced series with a lot of potential a needed breath of fresh air. I highly recommend giving it a watch.
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This show is so inspiring!!!
THIS SHOW IS SO GOOD. Love Monika in anything as always but especially when it has a clear message. I literally used Google translate in picture mode just to follow along when I didn’t really need to. The idols are vocal legends so they have amazing voices and they’re super funny!!! It’s a very inspiring and an interesting concept for a girl group/show that I think should be explored more. I don’t know if anyone will ever sub this but if you ever get a chance to watch it DO!In terms of story it hits the nail on what it’s like to be an idol in old age having to adapt to new trends and a new lifestyle. What it’s like to be back on stage with people you may not know etc.
The cast was top tier with already established singers, choreographers (Monika Shin/ Prowdmon) and ofc Mr.JYP himself in every episode
. The Music was AMAZING you could tell they have been singers for YEARS. Though the songs felt too outdated at times.
Overall a great watch! :)
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