So far, *Knockout* has been one of the most quietly compelling BL dramas I’ve watched this year. With just 8 episodes in, it’s already managed to stand out—not by being flashy or dramatic, but by taking a slower, more mature approach to storytelling and character development.
At its heart, *Knockout* is a story about second chances, healing, and unexpected connection. The leads are complete opposites—one tough and guarded, the other gentle and sincere—but that contrast is what makes their interactions feel so genuine. There’s a softness to how their relationship is unfolding, and it’s nice to see a BL drama take its time rather than rushing to romantic milestones.
The acting has been a pleasant surprise. Both main actors bring a quiet intensity to their roles, and their chemistry feels natural and unforced. You can tell there’s a lot going on beneath the surface, and the show gives you space to sit with those emotions. Even the silences feel meaningful.
Visually, the series is well done—moody lighting, calm pacing, and a soundtrack that matches the emotional beats without overdoing it. The boxing theme isn’t overwhelming, either. It’s there, but it’s more of a backdrop for the characters' personal growth than a constant action focus.
If you’re looking for something more reflective, with a bit of slow-burn emotional payoff, *Knockout* is worth checking out. It’s the kind of show that builds quietly but leaves a strong impression.
Looking forward to how the rest of the season develops—if it keeps this tone and depth, it might just become a standout in the BL
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THIS AIN’T A SERIES, THIS IS A FULL COURSE MEAL ?
YALLLLLL 😭 FUHHHHHHHH OKAYYYYYYY GAH DAMNNNNNNNN!!! I tried to act calm when I started this but SIKE— I KNOW EXACTLY HOW TO REACT. THIS SERIES IS GOOOOOOOOODDDDD. And not just good-good. I’m talking BUSINESS. GOOD. Like everything??? Plot? GOOD. Characters? GOOD. Climax? GOOD. STEAM??? OH BABY. DELICIOUS. SLURPY. Michelin star behavior 🫦 We are reviewing Knock Out today and let me just say… I went in with LOW expectations. Because I saw the poster and I was like “Hmm… this giving WeTV… and WeTV sometimes be playing in my face…” So I said okay, let me not expect anything. But do I love being proven wrong??? ABSO-FUCKING-LUTELY. Because WHY was I seated for episodes 1–9 without touching the 2× speed button??? Y’all know that’s serious. Now episodes 10–13… we will discuss. 😌_________________________________
a) Plot
Okay first things first— Yes, there are some filler scenes. BUT they are tolerable. Not cringe. Not useless. Just there. Like do we need them? No. Do they ruin the show? Also no. So I’ll allow it. Now the plot itself??? Actually well executed. The pacing is a bit inconsistent though. Starts fast → slows down in the middle → drags a little near climax. But nothing that made me go “oh my god skip this.”
Now quick messy synopsis because I’m not writing Wikipedia today:
Keen loses his dad (RIP king) after a dog attack— BUT HOLD ON. Is it really just a dog attack??? OR IS THERE SOMETHING SHADY GOING ON??? 👀 Before he can even process his grief, debt collectors show up like “Hey bestie your dad owes us money 😍 pay up” And Keen is like “HELL NO???” Then BOOM. He gets beaten up, almost dies, and gets saved by Thun— a fine ass Muay Thai fighter who clearly knows how to throw hands 😮💨 From there, Keen stays at the Muay Thai academy and y’all already know… training, tension, trauma, and ✨romance✨
But what REALLY got me hooked??? The mystery behind the dad’s death. Because the moment they hinted it might not be an accident I was like "OH??? NOW WE’RE TALKING." Now let’s talk about what REALLY deserves recognition:
THE ACTION SCENES.
GOOD LORDTTTT 😮💨 Why am I sweating??? These fight scenes were BEAUTIFUL. Like choreographed with INTENTION. If KinnPorsche is a 10, this is a solid 8/10 and that is a COMPLIMENT. The fight between Thun and Yut??? When Yut flipped while his legs were locked??? BABYYYYYYY FLIP ME TOO WHILE YOU’RE AT IT. I volunteer. 🙋♀️ Honestly this show feels like a darker, sharper, better version of Wandee Goodday. Yes I said it. Don’t fight me.
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b) Characters
>Thun played by Gunner Natsakan
He’s giving Korean oppa energy and I’m not mad about it 😌 Is he handsome? Yes. Am I obsessed? Not really. Acting wise— Body language? Good. Eyes? Baby… sometimes it’s giving loading screen. Like emotion.exe did not fully load 😭
Character-wise, Thun starts off cold, distant, don’t-care energy. But by episode 3??? This man turned into a warm boyfriend package. Too fast. I wanted more jealousy. More darkness. More toxicity. Especially with the Keen × Yut tension??? GIVE ME CHAOS. But okay… I’ll take what I can get.
> Keen played by Nice Boripat
WHY DOES THIS MAN LOOK LIKE Poon Mitpakdee LONG LOST TWIN??? Even the voice sometimes had me like UM HELLO ARE YOU SURE YOU’RE NOT RELATED??? Acting wise??? HE ATE. The funeral crying scene??? OOF. I FELT THAT.
Now Keen as a character… Let me describe him in one word: FAKE. And I mean that in the BEST way. Because he starts off as this innocent good boy… then slowly reveals himself to be a cunty, serving, power bottom ICON. YASSSSSSSSS 🫦 We LOVE a layered queen. Also he doesn’t just stand there and cry cuz he actually fights for people he loves. Respect.
> It played by Guide Kantapon
OH I BEEN KNEW THIS MAN since I Feel You Linger in the Air 😮💨 Acting skills? He doesn’t need discussion. He KNOWS what he’s doing. But his character??? Hmm… Lacking depth. He’s stuck between loyalty to the academy and protecting his sister, but we don’t really see his inner conflict.
He just… exists and handles things. Sir where is the emotional breakdown??? Where is the turmoil??? Also his confidence??? BABY WHY ARE YOU FIGHTING LIKE YOU DON’T BELIEVE IN YOURSELF 😭 I needed growth here.
> Marwin played by Dech Narongdet
Something about him screams Kimmon Warodom ENERGY. I don’t know what it is. The eyes? The vibe? The aura? But yeah. Acting wise he’s fine. The problem is his CHARACTER.
Because oh my god he pissed me off. Which means… he did a good job 😭 He starts off cold, distant, always on his phone. Then suddenly becomes social??? HELLO??? CONSISTENCY WHERE??? Also he causes more problems than the outsider (Keen) and I’m just like "CAN SOMEONE PARENT THIS CHILD???" And when betrayal happens??? I expected screaming. Crying. Throwing hands. But no. This man said “I trust him <3”
SIR STAND UP???
> Yut played by Gap Jakarin
…
This man.
THIS. MAN.
WHY AM I PURRING??? 😮💨 He lowkey looks like New Thitipoom sometimes and I cannot unsee it. But let’s talk about what matters:
HE IS FINE.
HE IS INSANE.
HE IS HOT.
Dangerous combo. The way he fights??? The way he moves??? GOOD LORD. And when he licked the blood??? I need to reevaluate my morals. Because why did I feel things??? Yut is a whole psycho and yet I’m like "hmm… would."
I need help.
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c) Steam scene / Chemistry
> Thun × Keen
OH. MY. GOD. Am I watching a series or… something else??? Because the kissing scenes??? FILTHY. DELICIOUS. PASSIONATE. 🫦 This is NOT soft boy kissing. This is grown energy. This is what im asking for from GMMTV. Maybe this wont happened if it is GMMTHEE V. :(
Anyway, the chemistry is insane. The connection is strong. And finding out they’re no longer paired together??? CRIMINAL. A waste of chemistry.
> Marwin × It or It x Marwin idk
Okay listen… Don’t ask me who’s top or bottom because I DO NOT KNOW.
And honestly??? I LOVE THAT. 😏 The chemistry is THERE. The tension is THERE. The massage scene??? BABY I ALMOST HAD A NOSEBLEED. We need MORE of them. MORE SCREEN TIME. MORE CHAOS.
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d) Overall
At this point do I even need to explain??? This series is complete. It has everything an action BL should have:
Action ✔️
Romance ✔️
Tension ✔️
STEAM ✔️✔️✔️
And y’all already know my rule... I don’t rewatch series unless it’s REALLY good.
But this one??? BABYYYYY I AM REWATCHING. MULTIPLE TIMES.
Final rating: 10/10. ABSOLUTELY. DELICIOUS. 🫦
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love2 ?❤️ so good..
first of all, I love the chemistry between the leads...so good. the Bottom is not so soft and can defend himself in most of the scenes...I love this type of character ....and the top, he is such a heartthrob 😭❤️, his facecard is magical, everytime I see his smile, i nearly fainted...so2 handsome...again, the storyline is so good and catchy, I watch the whole series without skipping any of the scenes, cuz all are so interesting and have tensions which I love the most...Idk for others but for me the show is soooo good, I fell in love 💕😘 already add in my top fav list.Was this review helpful to you?
What A Knockout!
Ep 4 - Ughhh how can this keep getting better! Thun with his soft plushie side, I can’t stand it, yes I can, no I can’t, yes I can…’blow on it for me’ STOPIT, NODONT 🤣😳😂.Likes: all of it
Not so much: I like it alll.
Funny/special moment: The Heartless Left Hook - sounds like a s€x position lmao 😳🤩🤣.
Ep 3 - the story is developing intriguingly.
Episode 2 - oh my heartbeat. My blood pressure can’t cope with the drama or the hard hitting action 😰♥️🤣.
Likes: all. Not so much: Nothing.
Funny/weird moment: Ms Muay - on Keen’s mobile as ‘Loan Shark Bitc$’ is perfect haha lol. I’m glad she’s not over acting her role as the script alone is tight and just needs enough nuance from her to really make her evil #loveher #hateher.
Episodes 1 - what a start!
With the title of ‘Knockout’, you better have some good action and amazingly it does.
When Gun, playing ML Thun turns to Keen, played by Nice Boripat Jamsat in the first scene I got chills, he reminds me of a famous Southeast action star, I just can’t remember who. I’m in love lol 🥷🥊♥️.
Likes: so many, a first for me.
* OMG Samart Payakaroon Muay Thai boxing legend playing Uncle Petch is da bomb 💥.
* It has a gorgeous music score moving from classical guitar, to modern pop, to ambient and atmospheric.
* All new leads are very strong, the older Thai actors are da bomb diggety, so good.
* So much subtext is happening between the support cast of characters Pakorn, Ait, Boong, Marwin and Klao directed so sharply by not so suprisingly Tee Bundit Sintanaparadee.
* Ms Muay - what a bitc$ bahahaha she’s so good, I hate her lmao but really.
Not so much: ummm…nothing. It’s fiercely antonist driven and I have a feeling my hearts going to be wrenched from one corner of the boxing ring to another!
Funny/weird moment: sah cute seeing some of the ‘Joker’ series set.
I have high hopes for this now, may the power of ‘word of mouth’ be strong form this BL and if not thank you to the writer, production team and cast for an outstanding piece of script, direction and acting, brava.
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first impression
okay so after 2 episodes I want more I’ve been so excited for this drama and I’m so happy that this is finally coming out. The chemistry is definitely with us 😭 and honestly I’m so curious who will fall in love first 👀The acting is good I like Nice acting and I was thinking that it might be worse but I’m impressed
The story is also good idk if yall know wandee goodday but since this drama ended I was craving a drama with boxing plot
my opinion about this series for now is good IM WAITING FIR MOREEEE
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A Knockout Series Indeed!!
Life is often a lot like being inside a boxing ring, waiting to see if you can withstand the fight ahead or end up knocked out while trying to live.In the Thai BL series Knockout, adapted from the novel of the same name by Dawin, that analogy isn’t just a metaphor, it’s the foundation. Starring Nice Boripat Jamsat as Keen and Gun Natsakan Chairote as Thun, the story begins with Keen’s life unraveling in real-time. In the middle of a job interview, he receives word of his father’s sudden death, a loss that not only strips him of family but also drags him into a financial nightmare. Saddled with unexpected debt from an informal loan his father left behind, Keen finds himself cornered by debt collectors with nowhere to hide. His refuge? Petchsak camp, a Muay Thai gym, where he crosses paths with Thun, a boxer known as “The Cannon Who Conquers Tigers.”
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“Knock Out” starts with an absurdly chaotic setup — debt collectors, underground fights, and a desperate college student trying to survive after losing everything.
The story doesn’t always make logical sense, but strangely, that becomes part of its charm.
Between the intense Muay Thai atmosphere and the almost comedic amount of questionable decisions, Episode 1 is surprisingly entertaining.
I already found myself laughing at how many things made me go “Wait… what?” 😂
If the drama keeps balancing action, chaos, and chemistry well, this could become a very fun ride.
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Knock Out entregou tudo que eu queria (e mais um pouco)
Eu já fui ver essa série pensando “lá vem mais um BL de ação que vai pecar feio em alguma coisa”, porque, vamos combinar, normalmente ou exageram no romance, ou enchem de drama inútil, ou o roteiro vira uma colcha de retalhos. Mas esse aqui? Me calou a boca bonito.A história começa com o Keen, todo certinho, recém-formado, fazendo entrevista de emprego. A vida tá indo, até que vem o tapa: ele recebe a notícia que o pai morreu. Pior? Ele gasta tudo que tem com o funeral e descobre que o pai deixou uma dívida gigante com agiotas. E aí, sem saída, vai parar num ginásio de Muay Thai, o Petchsak, tentando se esconder e achar um jeito de pagar o que não é culpa dele.
E é nesse ginásio que ele conhece o Than, um lutador famoso que largou as lutas e se trancou num mundinho gelado. Só que aí entra o Keen com aquela paciência e jeito de ir quebrando o gelo, devagar, até que… pronto, começa a nascer aquele negócio que a gente adora: olhares demorados, tensão no ar, toques que não são só por acaso. E o romance aqui é bem construído, nada de pular do nada pro “eu te amo”. Ele vai crescendo junto com a história, misturado com o drama, com o peso do que eles vivem e com as cenas de luta que têm um impacto emocional de verdade.
O mais louco é que a série consegue equilibrar tudo de um jeito que surpreende. Tem ação na medida certa, drama que realmente faz sentido, romance que cresce de forma natural e, pra completar, até o casal secundário tem peso na história, não estão ali só pra preencher cena ou servir de enfeite. Tudo é bem amarrado, sem aquelas pontas soltas que só irritam e fazem a gente perder o interesse. Claro, não é perfeita: algumas cenas de luta acabam ficando previsíveis, e em certos momentos eu queria ver mais desenvolvimento fora do romance, mais camadas na trama. Mas, sinceramente? Nada disso foi suficiente pra apagar o brilho que Knock Out tem, ele tem uma energia própria que faz você ficar grudada do começo ao fim.
Os protagonistas carregam a série com uma força que impressiona, é como se tudo girasse em torno deles, e, honestamente, sem a química absurda que rola entre os dois, simplesmente não funcionaria tão bem. A produção é super caprichada, a estética é visualmente linda, e o Muay Thai não está ali só como um cenário qualquer; ele é parte fundamental da alma da história, uma extensão das emoções e dos conflitos dos personagens. Cada soco, cada treino intenso, carrega um peso emocional que conecta diretamente com o que eles estão enfrentando na vida, fazendo a gente sentir, de verdade, o drama e a luta pessoal de cada um.
Resumo do meu surto: Knock Out foi uma das melhores surpresas de 2025 no BL. Se você gosta de química real, ação bem feita e uma trama que prende de verdade, vai fundo. Só vai preparada, porque a cada episódio você vai se pegar torcendo, suspirando e, de vez em quando, se perguntando como demorou tanto pra achar essa série.
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!!!!
Realmente no esperaba mucho de esta serie, pero me sorprendió totalmente, de principio a fin, todas las relaciones, incluso la secundaria tuvieron su momento de brillar. Cada personaje totalmente bien construido.El amor de Thun y Keen realmente es tan bello y puro, que nace desde un momento vulnerable para ambos dónde aprenden a crecer y al estar uno al lado del otro, una mirada tan natural a pesar de todo el entorno, la muerte del padre de Keen, la pelea de Thun con Thyphon, cada paso hacia que ambos se entendieran y siguieran.
Todo el lore de Phawin como el villano, que era realmente un hijo de p* y ese final tan satisfactorio, el debía de pagar por sus actos pero si seguía con vida podía usar sus contactos para salir de ahí.
Al final Pakorn ayudó remediando el error que cometió al abandonarlos.
Tan bellos ★v★ sin dudas es una excelente série.
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muita química dentro e fora dos ringues
me surpreendeu ser uma história com reviravoltas sabenão esperava mesmo por isso
mesmo que alguns aspectos pudessem ser melhorados pra ficar completamente perfeito (pq certas coisas não levei a sério tipo o pastor alemão assassinando pessoas ou aquela cena da klao entrando na cena do crime e encontrando o botão) ainda acho que ficou ótimo o desenrolar da trama
tanto o casal prota e o casal secundário tiveram muiitaaa química (as cenas de sexo entregaram muito) e eu achei muito fofo o relacionamento deles baseado totalmente na confiança e companheirismo
só foi uma pena o casal das mulheres não ter tido o mesmo destaque e desenvolvimento :/
achei bem legal também a found family que se formou ali e os atores entregaram bastante na atuação também
enfim gostei bastante recomendo !
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Química de milhões ?????
QUE QUÍMICA MARAVILHOSA DOS ATORES PRINCIPAIS, MINHA RESENHA E ESPECIFICAMENTE PARA ENALTECER ESSA QUÍMICA DE MILHÕES. A história é muito bacana sim, gostei do casal secundário também pois já conhecia um dos atores do bl playboy, história mostra superação e crescimento principalmente de que como é bom ter alguém do seu lado para tudo. Amei esse bl e espero que tenha muitos outros com esse casal principal de milhões 🥰😍😍😊🥰😊👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Was this review helpful to you?
