This was FANTASTIC! We need more of this!
This was absolutely brilliant! I’m surprised it was never on my radar. And the message behind it is so good too. What a find this was….Loved every single minute. And the cast did a fantastic job! The actor who played Black & White did a terrific job. I definitely need to check out his other stuff.I’m contemplating watching the other drama he did with the actor who played Sean, but the reviews are putting me off, cause I can’t stand storyline with toxic beginnings. But they had such a fantastic chemistry that I’m willing to watch it just for them. Hope they get to do more projects.
Also the soundtrack to this was so good. Hats off to whoever was in charge of that, cause I was Shazamming pretty much every new song that came on.
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Music saved this series
I was hesitant to watch this because I am not a Gun fan. I know he is popular but, for me, he only has one face and that is a blank stare. He did not win me over.On the other hand, the rest of the cast was great. I was pleasantly surprised at how good Off is in this series. Plus, First kept me hanging in there every episode. His emotional acting in the hospital was unbelievable. I love him.
The story was very confusing at times and I didn’t know what they were doing and why. But it was still exciting to watch.
The music was outstanding. GMMtv production is always great with the best quality video, locations, and music.
I won’t rewatch this but it still gets a 7.
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Story
This series was indeed a great show, but with standing, there were hiccups.I want to start with the fact that after white had an argument with his dad, he just left.
We didn’t see the father trying to look for him, trying to know what caused the sudden change in white’s attitude or trying to reach, or I will just say white father completely disappeared from the show.
Another issues; after the gang was saved from the kidnapping, it was like the show automatically ended. No justice was passed on to tawi, they became free just like that, I mean this people are vigilantes. There were no more news about the protest, about Tawi and about the repercussions the gang should face having being vigilantes. We were left hanging. I am really hoping for a second part that will bring justice too all this hangs.
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Near Perfect
Its hard to describe how I feel about this show. It is easily one of my favorite shows ever! This is such a high quality show. It stands out above the rest. This is one of the strongest and most compelling stories I've seen. This story has such substance. This is the definition of a social commentary and is very thought provoking. It is much more than just a love story. Its meaningful. They discuss things like social class, which is so refreshing in a BL. There was a wide range of representation present in the characters and conversations.The acting from Off and Gun is fantastic. Gun in both of his roles really impressed me. My brain can not compute him. His nonverbal communication is off the charts. These characters are more complex than you seen in most shows. I think this is one of the better twin representations I have seen. Its not depicted as a superpower but rather, love even when the brothers don't know each other. This soundtrack is also so well done and overall is my favorite. The female characters are actually written well and have standards. I love the discussions of class, morality and justice. These topics are not discussed enough in media. The level of dialogue in this show is fantastic! I wish I could watch it again for the first time. This is the kind of media that I want to support in the world. Just stunning!!
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Brillant
I've just rewatched this series after several months, many new series have been coming out but this is still one of the best bl ever: the story, the soundtrack, the acting and, overall, OffGun chemistry that never disappoint. We all know Gun's talent, he's an amazing actor since his childhood but what surprised me the most was Off Jumpol acting. He has improved a lot, we can clearly see how much effort he's putting on his growth as an actor. And First! He gave us the best Yok ever. This series is an absolute masterpiece.Was this review helpful to you?
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One of the only series that I genuinely loved from OffGun
Not Me is honestly one of the best Thai BL series I’ve seen, and I couldn’t wait to talk about it. This show does so much more than just tell a love story — it’s about identity, activism, and how love can be messy and complicated. And the acting? Absolutely AMAZING. If you love shows with emotional depth, real character growth, and a bit of social commentary, Not Me is definitely for you.
The Acting: SO Good
First of all, the acting in this show is next level. *Off Jumpol* (who plays Me) and *Gun Atthaphan* (who plays Black) are honestly perfect in their roles. The way they bring these characters to life makes the whole show feel so real, and you can feel every emotion they’re going through.
**Off Jumpol**, as Me, really nails the character’s confusion and vulnerability. Me starts out not fully understanding his privilege and the world around him, but as the series goes on, you can see him slowly begin to change. Off does such a great job of showing how hard it is for Me to reconcile his feelings for Black with the realities of their very different lives. Every time Me is caught between what he wants and what he knows he should do, you feel that inner struggle.
And then there’s **Gun Atthaphan** as Black. Black’s character is so passionate, especially when it comes to activism, but his love for Me complicates things. Gun plays that inner conflict so well — it’s like you can see Black trying to balance his dedication to the cause with his personal desires. His performance is so emotional, especially when Black has to make tough decisions that hurt him and Me. Gun really brings the character’s depth to the surface.
The Story: More Than Just a Love Story
What I love about *Not Me* is that it’s not just a typical BL about two guys falling in love. The show brings in really important themes like social justice, privilege, and finding your identity. It’s about Me and Black’s relationship, yes, but it’s also about how they navigate the world and the struggles that come with their different backgrounds.
The tension between them is so real. Me, at first, is kind of naive about how different his life is from Black’s, but as he gets more involved in Black’s activism, he starts to see the world in a new way. This brings so much complexity to their relationship, and it’s so refreshing to watch. It’s not just about their feelings for each other; it’s about how love and activism mix — and sometimes, how they clash.
Throughout the series, you really see Me grow as a person. He has to face the reality of his privilege and learn how to stand with Black in the fight for justice. Watching him evolve is such a rewarding experience, and you get to see how much their bond grows as they each come to terms with their roles in the world.
Final Thoughts
*Not Me* is a beautifully made series that combines deep, emotional storytelling with real-world issues. The acting is phenomenal, and the way the show deals with identity, privilege, and love is so well done. If you’re looking for a BL series that goes beyond just romance and brings in a lot of heart and meaning, *Not Me* is definitely one to watch. It’s a show that stays with you, makes you think, and leaves you feeling all kinds of emotions. Definitely worth checking out if you’re into something more meaningful and impactful.
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Very interesting story and great acting
A favorite Thai series that I rewatched twice. Action drama with some romantic elements. Very good story and fantastic actors all of them. Especially Off & Gun, they fit so much better in these serious roles instead of the banal comedies they usually appear in. Not as shallow as many other BL series, this one covers many interesting topics such as class differences, poverty, social activism , identity, friendship and of course love. Hard not to binge watch, every episode was very exciting. Don't miss this one!Was this review helpful to you?
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My Aesthetic Dream
Rated ~ 47.5/50 - Actual 9.5My new No.1 BL.
Grunge fashion, art, vigilantes, motorbikes, tattoos, truth to power, twins, parkour ~ this was my aesthetic dream and even if I didn't enjoy the plot, this a visually euphoric for me.
Thankfully, I enjoyed the hell out of the plot. I was addicted from the first episode, I couldn't stop. And I love when that happens.
White and Black are identical twins who can feel the other's pain. When their parent's divorce, they are separated and White is moved to Russia, with his diplomat father where he loses his connection to Black.
As a young adult, he moves back to Thailand to start a political career. One evening during a dinner with his father and his friends, he experiences what Black is feeling for the first time since childhood, and we see that Black is running for his life and being beaten up by a group of men in suits. When White is in the hospital after collapsing, he gets a call from his childhood friend to tell him that Black is in a coma and near death.
To find the truth for this brother, he disguises himself as Black and takes his identity in order to join the motorcycle vigilante gang that Black was a part of, to discover who it was that attacked him whilst developing feelings for one member of the group, Sean.
Thus begins the identity swap to unravel the secrets of Black's gang and his attackers. A plot that will get me every time. I can't help it.
Some criticisms though ~
First - The twins have really crappy parents. Who separates siblings to begin with. I mean, parents separate but for them to decide, hey, I'll take this kid, and you take that one, and we'll never see each other again, boggles my mind. Then when White walks out on his father, we never see him again. At least Black fell out with his mother. White's dad was just like, sigh. And that's it LOL OK?
2 ~ After the attack on the garage, did White and Sean just live in a tent? lol We never see them in a building or what they're doing with their lives afterwards. How are they surviving? We are told via news outlet that boys are out on probation, which will give them a record. We see one boy continues his art project so, he was able to go back to Uni. But I feel like the relationships took a little more precedence over how the boys are living. I mean, just a scene of them being back in their room at the garage, or living in Black's old place would have been fine for me. Just a small missing detail that had me questioning.
3 ~ Black was absolutely my favourite character and I would have loved to have gotten more info on him. I understand that he goes off to do his own thing but I would like to have known what that thing was. Like White, he deserved to be happy esp since he had the harder road to walk. I assume he didn't go back to Uni or White would have known where he was. He kind of becomes a symbol at the end of White's alter ego rather than being a separate character that just hides in the background. I feel like he deserved more understanding than he got.
Todd also gave off a slight homo erotic vibe towards Black as well but we never see Black's perspective. He clearly loved Eugene so obviously Todd wasnt going to be at the forefront but I would have liked to have seen a little more inside his head.
4 ~ The relationship between Eugene and Gram was kind of awkward and I actually found it a little sad for Black. Cant lie. His childhood friend uses him and then tries to kill him. And his other bestie is lusting over his girlfriend, whom he breaks up with to protect, and he moves in like a vulture. eww.
The music in this was awesome. I dont think I've ever given a show's bgm a 10. It fit with the story and my own tastes, without being intrusive or wrongly placed, which I find can happen in Thai bls.
Overall, I'm a little addicted to this one, and I know it will be on repeat. No questions.
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Not Me, one of the Best bls till now
I've watched this series when it dropped and rewatched it since then often.I have to say some jumping effects were a little wel ridiculous but that's such a minor thing to criticis beside anything else.
sometimes I forgot that I was watching a bl, the story was that well made.
it wasn't just a bl for the bl industry sake of it, It was even more a really good and really needed story with great plot line, wonderful acting, gorgeous BGM and more.
the topic that we're talked about within the story we're so important for the LGBTQ+ Community in Thailand and tbh even for other countries, they weren't shy about to say what needed to be said. I am truly impressed with that masterpiece and I think even now that long after I think more people should watch it bl watcher and non bl watcher.
on the bl side of things OffGun did a really amazing job here.
I truly believed both of them in there Charakters they got the characters really well.
and a big standing ovation for Gun in his role, to play 2 characters which were such opposites was really well played.
I just freaking love this series from the bottom of my heart until now.
Please go watch this Masterpiece! ♡
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Masterpiece !!!!
I mean this was the first BL where they showed something more than campus love and from her the BL ideas started changing.I don't want to be rude but GMMTV simply wasted their money on remake drama like F4 Thailand where as this drama had more way potential.
But apart this drama was simply good, with perfect storyline, great actors and beautiful romantic sequences 😊
A good thai drama with different story and different concepts.
If haven't watched yet please do watch you will simply mesmerized.
All the Best 😉
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Me crying? Not Me
Where to even begin? This series is such a masterpiece!!!!!
When I first started episode 1, I knew that this is going to be one of those shows that's going to take me on an emotional roll coaster. It captures you from the very first episode and you can't help but fall in love at the beginning. As the story progressed each episode the plot was more and more interesting and not what you would expect from a BL. I’ve watched so many BLs and this series hit different, it did not only show us the romantic side but issues that are still happening around the world and that is powerful for a series to show that and yet still be light-hearted.
I was shipping White and Sean so hard OMG!! my favourite couple they are just so sweet with each other. Yes, they did have a rocky start, but I think it was needed to build the connection they have right now. It's amazing to see how far they have come and the connection they have. OffGun really have a good connection when they are acting because they make you believe and fall in love. It's so amazing how their acting as improved over the years, and you can clearly see this in this BL. they're Overall I'm happy with their acting 10/10 OffGun.
It was so sad when Yok was betrayed truly felt that. To think that you trusted someone, and they turn around and disappoint you was so sad but, in the end, they got their happy ending.
The friendship in this BL is amazing Yok, Gumpa, Gram and even Todd. They have all had they fair share of ups and downs, but you can clearly see that they care for each other.
The OST is amazing that I even downloaded it, that's how good everything in their series come together. I'm crying but I'm happy.
Overall, I've never felt this way about a BL it was truly spectacular and I'm going to miss this show so much it has brought me tears, joy and the feeling of love. This show has the best cast and crew, and everyone did an amazing job 10/10. Deep hoping for a season 2 or a special episode 😃
Thank you ,Not me the series.
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Impactful , Awesome Chemistry, Great Acting by Gun (Black/White)
Completed - 3/28/2022 - 8.75 rounding up to 9.0"Not Me" introduced many international viewers to Thailand's social injustices and inequality via the popularity of BL dramas. I probably would not have watched this drama if it's not a BL drama, and I am the targeted audience for such a genre - straight woman. But I am so glad that I get to watch such great drama. There hasn't been any other BL dramas that my novice brain can recall that includes serious topics as social injustices and inequality, mixed with romance. We have seen many too many high school and college dramas, good and mature ones are hard to come by.
What I Enjoy:
1. Tackling Social Issues - As mentioned, "Not Me" has a strong focus on regular citizens speaking up and fighting social and economic injustices. It discusses issues such as upper-middle class/elite privileges, evil corporation monopoly and dirty /illegal business tactics/practices, police corruption, disability rights, marriage equality, etc. Even though it doesn't go into details about all of these topics, it brought light to viewers that Thailand also struggles with these issues. I am not sure if Thailand has censorships like China, but I guess because "Not Me" does not target the government, it's free to discuss other issues. I also enjoy the discussion of 'Rule of Law' vs "Rule by Law'. There are some very intelligent discussions about this, and I appreciate that.
2. Gun's Acting - When White was first introduced and moved back to Thailand, my first impression of him was a dorky but smart college grad who looks like a high school kid. But throughout the drama, I have witnessed his transformation from dorky White to an inexperienced Black and to become very comfortable in his new identity. Gun portrays all these identities so well. You can see from his eyes how they change from persona to persona. The aura he gives out is very different as well. This is my first drama of Gun, and I was concerned initially when I see dorky White that he might not live up to the expectations. What an impressive acting range Gun showcases by playing both White and Black.
3. Off's Acting - Off might have been a little overshadowed by Gun's impressive acting, but he did a fantastic job as well. His character also provides him with many opportunities to showcase his acting ability. He switches from an impulsive & aggressive Sean, to a very smitten and totally-in-love Sean effortlessly. He also has great emotional scenes.
4. Second Half Drama + Romance - It took me a couple episodes to feel really invested in the story and the characters, as the first half covers some very serious topic. But from the middle to the second half of the drama, there is a very good mix of drama/action and romance. The pacing is great and I am totally invested in their cause, and also in their love lives. The chemistry between Black and Sean is incredible, though I have minor issue about how it all started (discussed more below). But the scenes when they are together, you can feel the sizzling chemistry and you just want them to hug and kiss (great kisses, by the way). The same goes to how Yok looks at Dan/UNAR. I can feel how he was initially attracted to the mysterious UNAR and the scenes of them together are just as awesome (though I don't like Dan's acting as much). It broke my heart towards the end of the drama with scenes between Yok and Dan at the hospital.
5. White as Black- I like how White, as an outsider, joins the group and tries to support them using more appropriate measures. Instead of just following what is instructed of him, he comes up with alternate solutions that yield much better results. I also enjoy how he matures and realizes that he's part of the problem, as someone coming from an upper-middle class family with connections to help pave his road for success.
What I don't quite Enjoy (nitpicking a little):
1. They don't look their character age - A few characters, especially Todd, looks like a high school kid dresses in his dad's clothes. He has such a young face, yet he's already a business tycoon. I find that a little hard to believe. White also looks like a high school kid instead of a college graduate when he was initially introduced. Eugene looks like a high school cheerleader, though she is really pretty and I enjoy all her dances.
2. Black/Sean falling in love - I feel that they fall in love too quickly. They were just arguing and beating each other up in one scene, and then in another they are giving each other love glances at the protest. The transition from enemies-to-lovers needs a little more development. Don't get me wrong, I love their chemistry, it just happens a little bit out of the blue.
3. Other's Acting - Because Gun and Off's acting is so great, comparatively, the other team members don't measure up to their level. I feel that Dan is the weakest link out of all the guys. When he's not crying, he seems to only have one facial expression when he's with Yok. Gram and Tod's acting is also just so-so.
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