It was nice to see new here, I liked him as Kao so it was a nice surprise . I liked some of the side characters but not enough top watch the show till the end.
I like characters in established relationships so I'm going to skip to Sotus S and hope it's better than this one and the actors are more comfortable in their roles and ship.
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Unromantic BL Classic
I feel that this show was more focused on this SOTUS system than it was on the couple. I didn't like that they wrote in their friends' drama, including the side couple. It felt unnecessarily distracting and it added no spice.There weren't many intimate scenes between the leads. People say this is enemies to lovers (which I love), but this felt more like Kongpob was pretend flirting and he accidentally fell in love. There wasn't enough romantic development for me to feel like I was on the journey of a romance.
I didn't understand why people loved this show so much until I read the novel. It included insight into Arthit's character that was necessary to appreciate the character and their romance. The cast did a pretty good job of bringing the novel to screen. I'm not sure if this means that the plot itself was lacking or that they added too much and dragged the show on for too long.
Overall, this is a classic BL drama that people recommend and I can see why. It was satisfying when they got together and it was pretty sweet, if you can take into account how Arthit's feelings develop. The music made the drama feel hyped up enough that I had to finish the whole thing in two days.
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STORY: In reality, i actually still do not agree about hazzle thingy, so at first the summary did not really impress me. But i still should watch it, because of Singto's adorable smile in U-Prince. I admit, the story is well written. But (again) unfortunately, i watched this series after i watched LoveSick, so i do not have another choice but to compare them. LoveSick were focused on the main couple's feeling, so it was full of sweetness (i almost got diabetes). And Sotus Season 1 were not as sweet as LoveSick, since its the beginning of their relationship, so it kinda lacks of sweetness (i need more, ya know). But i'm still hoping that in the Sotus S they would show me bunch of sweetness.
ACTING/ CAST: Before i know that Singto is actually Krist's senior in reality, i actually scared of Krist, but now i kinda scared of Singto haha. Krist's acting skill of being scary, being annoyed by Kongpob, being cute and awkward, also being nice is perfect for Arthit. Singto was also good as Kongpob, he totally looks like a student with so many question in his life, so i think he looks perfect as Kongpob. Another supporting actors, like P'Off and Newie is also good as a supporting characters, they got into my eyes, and linked me into another series. GODDAMN IT!
MUSIC: I do not really observed the musics. But, i have no negative comment about the music, it's just compatible for the story, so i guess i like it.
REWATCH VALUE: For me, this drama still lacks of sweetness, and i'm not the type of person who re-watch a drama again and again, so, maybe if i should re-watch it again, i would probably re-watch the sweet moment only. But LoveSick broke me into pieces, i re-watched it 5 times, i guess.
SPECIAL NOTE: I'm a k-drama lovers, and i'm a newbie in Thai-series. But i already found many handsome, cute, tall, and hot actors in Thai-series. I actually tired to know more new handsome yet cute actors in dramaland. If anyone have some tips for me to rescue my life from those actors, please tell me the secret haha. Sotus S! I'm waiting for you! I miss P'Off and P'Gun already.. haha
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This show is one of the only show with school theme in them that seems really beside “2 Moons” and “The Crossing Line” I didn’t think I will like this show, but the plot is really great. The side characters are very interesting people, and not fell like a time be using to fill in the gaps. I like to competition aspect of the show where they are fighting to get their gears. But around episodes 11 to 14 the show lost my interest in it. But I did like how they ended the show. I will mostly not watch the second season though. Was this review helpful to you?
Watching SOTUS Felt Like Falling In Love
Watching this show, I had a similar experience with Carol, where I felt like I was experiencing a deep, profound love. Watching SOTUS felt like falling in love, being loved, realizing that you are worthy of love, that love is worth fighting for, the pain of having your heart broken and sharing your life with someone. The writing is oh so good. The performances are wonderful. I love how grounded and real this show is (like when compared to 2gether). The chemistry between Krist and Singto is electric (as can be seen in their live appearances). I was introduced to SOTUS after doing some research about more popular BL series after binging 2gether. I simply adored this season though I felt that there wasn't enough scenes between Arthit and Kongpob. There was too much filler with the secondary characters in my opinion. I still absolutely loved this season though.Was this review helpful to you?
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As others have mentioned, the first episode really threw me off. I started this series a couple of times but could not get past the first episode, but it was so worth it. This has become one of my favorites. The story starts off with what we would call straight up bullying and I just couldn't imagine as the one doing the bullying as the love interest. Once I figured out it was more of a cultural difference thing and when you learn their reasons for doing what they are doing it eases it a bit.
I love the main character, love how he doesn't really care what people think just what Arthit thinks. It helps that they are both easy on the eyes, especially when they smile. The story is a bit slow going and there isn't any hot and heavy scenes, but if you like the warm feel good, love the mc kind of story this is for you.
Story: The story is pretty good, it dragged in some parts and others I was a little put off by but again I think it was a cultural difference type of thing. I would love to read the story which it was adapted from as I feel I messed a lot of the details that would have made this story great.
Acting/Cast: I don't think anyone could have filled the roles as well as these 2 did. They had such chemistry and Kongpob fit his role as a cheeky jr. Arthit was so serious that when he gave his smiles it felt like winning...something. Their acting was believable (and from what I can tell many fan girls want it to be true in rl) and it never felt forced, something that is usually wrong in BL dramas
Music: Got to be honest, I don't remember the music much but from what I can remember it fit the mood great.
Rewatch value: I am not one of those people to rewatch something again and again. I'm usually a once and done kind of person or once and then maybe a few years down the road kind of person. This series though, I'm already wanting to rewatch it, just to see what I missed and to see the 2 leads chemistry.
Overall, give a go if you like slow romances and just power through the first few episodes. Also follow up with Sotus S the sequel is so worth it!
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LOOKS: Kong(Singto) and Arthit(Krist) they are both handsome and very pleasing to your eyes.
CHEMISTRY: Their chemistry is not so perfect but still they give justice to their specific roles.
ACTING: I feel awkward the way Arthit acts here since he is really a bad ass but his looks is different. I can say that he is trying his best to be mean but in the end he did good. For Kong, I can say that he stand out. He portrayed his role well and he really kick off the role well.
STORYLINE: This is the first BL Series that I watched so far and the gear thing in the Engineering course is their signature. The story proves that when it comes to love you are willing to change. If you are a bad ass you are willing to change just to fit with the person that you love.
# PrinceEldie's Review 2021
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Story
The usual haze of freshman was picked up and packed into an interesting groovy story, embellished with sweet love stories from Krist Sangpotirat and Sinto Ruangroj. Very interesting I think the theme of hazing is taken and described with a straightforward and clear.
Act / Cast
For casts, first saw I was not interested. But Sinto Ruangroj and Krist Sangpotirat developed these two characters to be more alive. They build a sweet and funny chemistry. Every episode I wish them to date soon. However, seeing the aggressiveness of Sinto to get Krist's love is really sweet plus the hesitation experienced by Krist is very funny. For the acting the main roles are good enough although still require more development so that the story can be conveyed with their expression and gesture.
Music
I love the opening music. Really nice to hear. Great song !!
Rewatch
Highly recommended to watch over and over again !!
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