Very overrated drama for what it delivered.
I have no idea where their chemistry went from the moment they became official. They look more awkward as the show progresses and felt like they are uncomfortable being around each other. They gave the impression that they are happier with their friends, but weird and awkward at the same time when they are alone. TF?? For a new couple there was no intimacy, no tension, no love. There is also NO communication nor trust. This was a big let down since the first episodes were good, but as the show progressed Tine seemed to be more dumb, Sarawat was changing his character a lot and we are going in circles.Nothing against the actors, I mean, they are amazing but they seemed like they were forced to be together. It was just off.
I've read other reviews about this and I can agree with them all. Sometimes they were lacking warmth, love ,TRUST and much more between Tine and Sarawat, and sometimes they both felt distant. Weird
Giving us the same "I'm not gay, But I only love you" was kind of a turn off.
Very overrated drama for what it delivered. The music was alright, the other characters were fine.
Nothing special and no re-watch value.
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!!SPOILER ALERT!!Well, I gotta admit that I had HUGE expectations for this series, I mean... since I'm used to BL Thai series (and I love them so much) I was already aware of the possibility of "trash" or even "cringe" content, but honestly I don't really mind that: it became part of the entertainment for me!
So, let's get into what actually made me consider this series a disappointment and why I did like it at first.
PLOT
The plot is nothing too complicated and contains the classic cliché of the "fake dating", but you know what? I'm a sucker for clichés and I LOVE this concept! That's why I was looking forward to watching 2gether.
Over the episodes, the initial plot develops and you find out things that had happened in the past, to help you understand better the different characters' perspectives; well it mostly happens with Sarawat and I appreciated that we got to see his point of view.
The story itself actually made sense, if only the main couple would have behaved in a realistic way...
COUPLES
o Sarawat x Tine
Their story started off SO WELL, everyone immediately fell in love with this couple, me too tbh!!
Since the very first episodes, there were plenty of moments where the two characters showed a great chemistry through shy glances or by teasing each other. There were also many scenes with high sexual tension (for example the pocky game) which COMPLETELY disappeared in the last episodes.
See, this doesn't make sense to me at all: why did the characters seem more whipped for each other before getting together for real?
After finally becoming a thing, they didn't even kiss once. I'm not saying that you need kiss scenes to make a relationship look credible, but... why did they kiss before and not after? Not even in the last episode! Why only the high five, WHY? (omg I sound so dramatic)
I mean, if they would have compensated the missing kiss scenes with other intimate moments I wouldn't be complaining, because at least they would have given us something to add credibility to the couple. What I'm saying is that these two seemed like they had totally lost the chemistry they used to have and that's really a shame, since this ship had gained a lot of popularity from the beginning of the show. I think that's also the main reason why everyone kept supporting the series... we were all already attached to Tine and Sarawat (and to Win and Bright too), so we "pretended not to see" when everything fell apart...
o Man x Type
What can I say? I freaking love Man, he was truly adorable and I found it so cute that he kept trying to get close to Type since the very first moment, it truly was love at first sight !! Type was kind of an asshole sometimes (I didn't like the scene where he took that girl's hand to see what was written on it at all), but I'm happy their story had a happy ending.
o Mil x Phukong
WELL, if I gotta be honest, I had higher expectations for this couple. Their chemistry was good, but why did it seem like Phukong was Mil's second choice till the very last moment? I guess they could have got together a little sooner, or at least not make it look like Mil got with Phukong because he couldn't have Tine. This is just my opinion and maybe it's something that I won't notice again rewatching the show, but this was my first impression after watching it.
Also, Phukong is adorable ㅠㅠ
o Dim x Green
Honestly, this relationship looked so toxic. They didn't tell us much about it, so I don't really know what to think about it neither. I like Green btw!
CONCLUSION
So, final thoughts... did I like 2gether? Yes I did, but I didn't like how they lost the opportunity to make a really good series out of it. They had a good plot, cute couples, charming actors, and plenty of fans since the very beginning... however, the last episodes were kinda boring and it's a shame considering the great possibilities this series seemed to have.
HONORABLE MENTION
Let's talk about Fong! He is my favorite character, he's always been the dearest friend for Tine: he was teasing him when he started to get along with Sarawat, but actually supported him when he understood that Tine's infatuation was genuine. Fong has always given away the best advice and helped Tine recognizing his own feelings.
He spoke nothing but facts! A true icon.
I also loved the music!! I will certainly miss this OST, I keep whistling it all day long.
Ok, that's it, thanks for reading my review and remember it's only my opinion, I hope no one got offended by it!
(Sorry if there are any spelling/grammar mistakes, English it's not my first language)
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If you're bored, go ahead and watch this series.
Let me say this. If you have nothing else to watch and feel bored, then I would recommend this. I wouldn't note that this series is a MUST watch but hey! If you have nothing to watch, go ahead and give it a try. The main problem with this series is that AFTER they get into a relationship, they cut down the chemistry between the characters. There is a lack of intimacy between the characters. I don't mean sex or kissing scenes (note: you don't need these aspects to showcase intimate moments between characters), but they act more like brothers than lovers.Moreover, the side stories are okay but I did end up skipping a lot of the side stories since I was simply uninterested. Since this series is top-rated, I would like to tell the watchers to lower their expectations. Don't expect too much! Honestly, this series is just a chill watch. Nothing too extraordinary and nothing too blunt can be expected. It's ok, not bad.
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This started out a little silly (Episode 1), went uphill quickly and then came crashing down with a thud.It looked like we were going to have some chemistry between Sarawat (sexy as hell) and Tine (very cute), but nope, there was nothing there. The story was all over the place and, in the end, I couldn't have cared less whether or not Sarawat and Tine got together. The scene where Tine breaks down sobbing was, to me, ridiculous and stupid. I mean, seriously, the situation never warranted that kind of a reaction. I felt like Win was just being given a chance to show he could cry onscreen so, kudos I guess. Pretty much a big yawn.
I was more intrigued by Man/Type, until the second to last episode where Man was subjected to such bullying and humiliation from Type and his boss/colleagues. Then, in the last episode, it's all kind glossed over and they're a couple. Yeah, right. Next.
Mil/Phukong: I love Drake/Frank in everything else they've done, but there was nothing here. Mil made it clear that he had no interest in Phukong through the entire series... until five minutes before the end of the finale, they're suddenly a couple.
At this point, I'd have to say my favorite character was Green.
The whole thing was a major disappointment. I give it a 5.5, and the only reason I'm giving it that high of a rating is because there were some entertaining moments in the early part of the series.
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Disappointing
(I'm not a native speaker, I apologise for any mistakes).Soooo, when I write this review, 2gether has just ended and the only word that come to my mouth to describe this drama is "disappointing". I didn't dislike the show and I don't want to be rude but it doesn't deserve this current mydramalist rating (9), at least for me.
I really liked the beginning of 2gether. There were new and good looking actors, fresh storyline, nice music. Even if the story was basic it was still okay because thanks to the characters and the chemistry between the two leads. It was okay until episode 7 I think. Then, when the story of the second couples begin to be more interesting, the one of Sarawat and Tine became boring. The story became so cliché, the last episode was so useless. Nothing happened! About the story with Pam,I had the feeling it was only here to add more episodes but that's all. It was so annoying to see the leads fighting whereas a little discussion could have solved any problem. Tine didn't want to listen to Sarawat, Sarawat was doing nothing etc. The only thing that was fine, at the end, was the second couples, and especially the one with Type and Man. I really loved them! It's a shame that they didn't have that much of screen time and that their story only really began and the last quarter of the series. These characters were underdeveloped.
I just want to talk about the romance and the chemistry, and for that I will make some comparisons with SOTUS. Why this drama? Because it's my favourite BL and because I think that it's similar. By that I mean that in both 2gether and SOTUS the romance is shy : there are no much kiss scenes or intimate scenes. First about the chemistry. If there was A LOT of chemistry at the beginning, this same chemistry decreased and at the end I was just feeling....nothing. When Kongpob and Arthit are together, just when they look at each other we can feel that there is SOMETHING between then. During the 2nd part I didn't feel that between Tine and Sarawat. Maybe it's just me. Then, about the kiss scenes. I think it wasn't natural at all. Some kisses were also "fake" (like "movie-kiss") and there wasn't any real romantic kiss. There was the drunken-kiss, the kiss to say "I love you got it?" and the angry-kiss. But no actual and genuine romantic kiss scenes sadly. In SOTUS, there are a lot of suggestions about their sexual life. Here there were non. I agree they just began to date. But why are they moving together when they just began to date then? If the "can I touch your boobs" was funny at the beginning, it wasn't very subtile and at the end, I was just annoyed by that. The character development and the evolution of the romance weren't well-written unfortunately.
The end was soooo disappointing. Not even a kiss. Just the guitar, a high five and Sarawat who touch Tine's head (after one year of relationship??)... The acting wasn't bad, but sometimes Bright really lacked of natural in his expressions...
2gether is a refreshing BL. Indeed, the songs are nice and it makes the viewer discovers more about Scrubb songs, which is nice. The leads are good looking and I think that for those who are not used to BL dramas it was cool and it's one of the reason why so much people appreciated this show. But for me it's just an average drama and I feel very sad about this because I actually loved the first episodes very much.
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the storyline was okay for me, not really great but it's enjoyable to watch. it's getting bored when 3 last episode.. the ending also just so so for me.. if you are beginners in BL, you must enjoy this series so much.. no intense scene like another bl. but sorry to said, 2gether can't be compare with another bl series that actually having a strong plot and great storyline..
for the acting, i actually don't see the romance chemistry between them, there are more into bromance.. both lead doing a good job especially win metawin. he is pretty good as a rookie actor and 2gether is his first project.. and bright vachirawit remain superior, i watch many his series before this.. and others actor too..
the ost was pretty good tho especially the intro from max jenamma and the closer was from bright vachirawit.. both song is so catchy.. there are still a lot ost in this series but i don't heard it yet.
rewatch value? i think just episode 1-10
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Underwhelming.
I gave this series the benefit of the doubt but the story fell flat. It started out good but as it progressed it just became monotonous and uninteresting. The conflicts were trivial and unjustified and I just cringed through most of the scenes. I was hoping that it would make me relate or even feel for the characters but sadly, it did not. I couldn't see the intimacy between the two but merely two close friends being cute to each other. What's with Tine almost always fainting or having a medical emergency every time something happens? Didn't even explain these random medical situations.Surprisingly, the climax was anti-climactic. I skipped through side couples’ scenes as this has become a trend to most BL series and I rarely find these side characters alluring. A lot of their soccer practices were unrealistic, their clothes were always clean or they tend to look fresh even after practice.
As for the acting, it was not bad but also not good. I wasn’t invested with the acting but I still finished it. Like most of my friends say, they like this because it’s a light story, nothing too serious or dramatic. I agree that it is light but the writing could have been done better and the acting could have been improved. The series had potential but it altogether is disappointing.
The ending was underwhelming.
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The idea behind the story was actually pretty good and entertaining. However, after watching it, it felt like something was missing. Call it intensity, chemistry (oddly the couple had an on and off chemistry), I can't really put my finger on it, but, the story was just mild. And then, there were the final episodes, were a total snooze fest, even though they tried to add the side couples to spice things up. Still, those side characters were underdeveloped and odd together. At least the performances were great and the main couple had the visuals.
So, overall, five out of ten, because the first part was nice, but the second was boring.
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Before startig, I want to say that this is MY OPINION. This will contain spoilers of the NOVEL not just the serie.How did the serie went downhill?
A: To begin with, the serie was okay at the beginning, the characters' chemistry was okay, however, as the drama proceeded, they started to change more and more the true plot of the novel. What I mean with this? I'm talking about the unnecessary drama that they added with the female roles. If you read the novel, you will know that the issue between Sarawat and Tine because of Pam and Earn was nothing like in the novel. They added too much unnecessary drama. They didn't just added unnecessary drama, but also began to change and delete many scenes, such as the concert one and the kiss in the car, that were extremely important to the plot. The lack of communication was another issue. It was upsetting to see how Sarawat and Tine didn't communicated with each other at all when they had problems. As a couple, they should have known that their relationship would be tested and therefore they should have spoken to each other whether one had an issue with someone or something. Sarawat should have comforted Tine when he was crying on the bed, and he should've also go after him when Tine saw him hugging Pam. Tine should have listened to Sarawat's explanation, even if he wasn't going to believe him, he should have listened. Communication is the most important thing in a relationship besides love, if they don't communicate at all, then their relationship won't last.
Chemistry between the actors:
I won't say that Bright and Win are bad actors, they are good actors. However, I just felt the actors' chemistry at the beginning but then throughout the entire serie it was awkward. I don't care about kissing, hugs, or sex scenes, but the characters acted more as if they were in serie with a censored romance. I could feel the awkwardness between the actors, and that's something that needs to improve.
Script:
The serie in general had a lazy script, it was the same thing over and over again: Sarawat with Earn>>> Tine sad>>>Mil chasing Tine>>> Phukong chasing Mil and sad>>>Sarawat explaining everything to Tine and getting back>>>Sarawat with Pam>>>Tine sad>>>Mil chasin Tine>>>Phukong chasing Mil and sad>>>Everything gets clear again between Sarawat and Tine>>>Sarawat and Tine get together again.
You see what I'm talking about?
To end this, I had high expectations for the serie so it was upsetting seeing how it was getting worse and worse as it proceeded. I understand that they had to rush things because of the COVID-19, so I will pretend as if they ruined things because of the rush.
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At the beginning I gave this drama 8 points. I had really high expectations and I don't know if it was because it was all over social media and everyone was so excited by this, but I hoped we'll get something unique. As everyone says, the first five(?) episodes were really good - not amazing but I was thinking "wow, this is getting better with every ep". But then something just went wrong... I was waiting really patiently for some romance but it barely even happened.
Maybe I will start with what I LIKE about 2gether because I don't think it's a horrible drama.
1) It is just pretty - I love the colors, their outfits, how their rooms looked. Everything was bright (;-)) and happy.
2) The acting was okay. Not all the time and sometimes it was just really messy but knowing that these boys are just starting - It's okay.
3) Man and Type. I. Love. Them. Sorry, maybe I'm overreacting but their chemistry is so subtle but yet so good. I fell for them right when I saw them. I love Men's personality, he's so funny, caring, he lift my mood. On the other hand, I feel like Type always says what everyone is thinking. So honest. Like when he said to Sarawat: "why are you asking me where Tine is since you're the one in the relationship with him" (or something like that). Well said lol. Also, sorry to say this, but in the last episode Man and Type had more chemistry than Sarawat and Tine in the whole show.
4) Boss. That's it.
5) Music! It was really good! Not only the opening (i always skip them in dramas 'cause i usually don't like the song) but also all these guitar sounds (i don't know how to descirbe it lol sorry for my English). The music fits the story which i appreciate.
6) It was funny. Sometimes I laughed, sometimes I cringed but overall I liked the humour.
What I DON't like.
1) Lack of chemistry. Honestly it's the main reason why I got bored with the main couple and just watched to see if something will change. I always say this: the couple doesn't need to constatly kiss or touch to show their chemistry. At the beginning I liked how Sarawat looked at Tine - but then I realized he was looking like this at everyone. He always had the same face. He was always talking that he was so in love with Tine... then he finally started dating him and... he became more distant. I get that he's more restrained but at times he was just acting cold. Only when he was singing to Tine I was reminded that "oh, right, they like each other". Some people already said it but it's so funny to see the condom jokes when they barely even kissed or huged. Okay. On top of that, I would really rather see them be more affectionate than to look at them constantly taking their shirt off. Naked torso is no biggie but one good kiss is not?
2) Sarawat being the "alpha". Being so possesive and acting like Tine was his property. This whole fight between Wat and Mil was so annoying. I get that Sarawat was frustrated 'cause who wouldn't? Mil was just so importunate. But can't their talk normally? And stop fighting like kids and coming up with some silly challenges? Aren't they in college? And why Tine never talks for himself? This boy is so lost. And Win portraits it really well, i'll give him that.
3) The girl drama. SO OUT OF NOWHERE. Pam seemed like a nice girl and i'm happy that in the end she explained her feelings to Tine. But why some girl suddenly shows up and basically ruins their relationship? We already saw this kind of scenario. But it isn't her fault. It's because Sarawat and Tine never really talked. It was always just "i like you/ always liked you". They ignored their feelings. Sarawat lied. Tine was insecure and overreacted. I was hoping for something fresh and drama free but I got misunderstanding. One after another.
4) Basically no character development. They were just getting more confused with every episode.
5) Queer-baiting. Change the "BL" tag to "bromance" and there won't be a problem. Because i feel kind of tricked.
I think that's pretty much it. Sorry if this review is all over the place - my English isn't perfect. Again, i think this drama is okay. I had fun watching it. I'm annoyed with some things and it could be so much better but well, what can we do. Their chemistry is better off screen than on screen so maybe we will see them again together in another drama and it would be better. I'm rooting for them.
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