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One of the best action K dramas I've watched this year. Agent Kim Reactivated delivers incredible fight scenes, nonstop suspense, heartfelt father and daughter moments, and the funniest trio of middle aged men who completely steal the show. I laughed, cried, and was on the edge of my seat the entire time. I binged all eight episodes in one sitting and couldn't recommend it more.

I loved all those flashbacks. My favourites were seeing how he raised his daughter as a single dad, hearing her first word when she called him “Daddy,” and watching her take her first steps.

Those moments showed why she means the world to him. When she was kidnapped, it made complete sense that he would do whatever it takes to find her.

The flashbacks were so meaningful. Without them, this show would not have had the same emotional impact or been nearly as great.

Let’s make it 9.0

Such a great actor. His fight scenes and stunts in Agent Kin Reactivated are incredible, especially for someone who is turning 50.

I get where you’re coming from, but I think this series approaches romance differently.

If you watch Western movies, the leads can fall in love in a few minutes and have a whole family by the end of a two hour film. Here we have eight episodes, and the main focus is revenge, not romance.

I did see the romance between Sun and Jay, but it was shown in a much more subtle way. Both of them are driven by revenge. Sun wants justice for his brother and mother, while Jay wants revenge for his own mother. They first met on the rooftop, and maybe that was love at first sight. Later, Jay discovers that Sun was actually the teddy bear he spent the night with years ago, so maybe those feelings started back then.

In episode 8, Jay was the one who told Sun to finally let go, to cry, and to stop carrying the weight of his mother and brother’s deaths all by himself. Jay was always there for Sun emotionally, and to me, that is also a form of love.

I understand why you feel the romance wasn’t obvious, and everyone will interpret it differently. For me, that’s what made this series stand out. If it had been a typical BL focused on romance from the beginning, it would have been far less interesting. Love doesn’t always have to be loud or expressed in the same way. It can develop through shared pain, trust, and being there for each other.

I also loved the flashbacks showing how Kim was raised in North Korea. Seeing the brutal training and unimaginable hardships he endured as a Code 66 agent was both fascinating and intense. Those scenes gave a glimpse into the ruthless environment that shaped him into such a skilled operative. They added so much depth to his character and made it easier to understand the sacrifices and trauma he carried throughout his life.

I’m getting bored of GMMTV lately. The fight scenes are weak and the plots are starting to feel too repetitive. I still watch their series, but none of them have that wow factor for me anymore.

These days I’m much more into Chinese BL. Only a few Thai BLs really manage to grab my attention, and this is one of them.

Agreed I watched 90% of the shows you listed, will add others to my watch list, thank you so much for your recommendation

100% agree. It’s even better if you watch it at 0.25x speed instead of normal 1.0 speed on your big TV. You’ll notice so many little details watching it in slow motion that you miss at normal speed. Trust me, you’ll thank me later.

I'm comparing this series to Love in the Moonlight since they're from the same production company. Princess Ruethaisiri is incredibly perceptive. She quickly realizes that Thin loves Phob, and instead of forcing him into a marriage, she chooses to step aside so they can be together.

In contrast, Pin in Love in the Moonlight knew about Prince Saenkaew and Sasin's feelings for each other, yet still pushed the marriage forward.

I really enjoy seeing these two different perspectives because neither character is written as completely right or wrong. It's one of the reasons these series are so engaging and addictive to watch.

Toptap, who played Jay, was only 21 when he filmed this series. He once said that if he didn't get the role in Payback, he would have worked an ordinary job instead, but if he did get the role, he would give it everything he had. He definitely lived up to that promise. For someone so young, he delivered an incredible performance and showed remarkable talent. This was his first leading role, and I truly hope he gets many more lead roles in future series because he absolutely deserves them.

Toptap, who played Jay, was only 21 when he filmed this series. He once said that if he didn't get the role in Payback, he would have worked an ordinary job instead, but if he did get the role, he would give it everything he had. He definitely lived up to that promise. For someone so young, he delivered an incredible performance and showed remarkable talent. This was his first leading role, and I truly hope he gets many more lead roles in future series because he absolutely deserves them.

Yes, it felt incredibly realistic. I'm saying this from a guy's perspective as well. The intimacy, chemistry, and physical details were portrayed so naturally that nothing felt forced or fake, which made those scenes even more impactful.

I am speechless. I have watched over 500+ BL series, and Episode 8 has the best love scene I have ever seen in any BL. The chemistry, emotions, and cinematography were absolutely incredible.

It's so hard to find a series that delivers both a strong, engaging plot and genuinely great NC scenes, but this series absolutely delivers on both, making it one of the most complete BLs I've ever watched.

The start of Episode 8 made my blood boil. When the new artist joined, I never expected things to take such a dark turn. Watching someone so young and full of hope be SA, manipulated and have their life destroyed by people in positions of power was heartbreaking. I really hope nothing like this happened in real life, but we've already seen so many scenes showing how newcomers can be groomed and taken advantage of, including what almost happened to Sun. It's terrifying because these kinds of abuses have been exposed in real life across different entertainment industries.

I need every one of those digusting men to face real consequences for what they've done. They deserve to be arrested, held accountable, and never be allowed to abuse their power again. People who exploit vulnerable young artists should never get away with it.

Just imagine being a young person with your whole life ahead of you. You're finally getting the chance to pursue your dream career, only to realize that the people you trusted are manipulating and controlling you. You're scared, trapped, and feel like speaking up could cost you everything. They put a gun to your head and forced you to do it. No one should ever have to experience that. It made me so angry watching it unfold, and I just want to see justice served.

35mins of we minus the ending credits

Same Deep In has me so hooked that I actually set an alarm to remind myself when a new episode is out. It’s rare for a show to pull me in this much. The moment my alarm goes off, I’m ready to watch.

Every episode has been so good, and I’m completely addicted. There are only three episodes left, and I honestly don’t want it to end.

I feel so lucky to be in Australia. Most BL shows air only a couple of hours after they premiere in China, Thailand, Korea, or Japan, so we usually get them around 9 PM to midnight. It is the perfect time to watch after finishing work.
I really feel sorry for everyone in the USA and Canada, where many shows air at 4 or 5 AM. Are you even awake at that time? I honestly don’t know how you survive watching all those intense and hot scenes so early in the morning. I would need a lot of coffee to handle that 😂

When Xiao Fan softly said, "Eat," Lu Qing looked him in the eyes and did not look away.
"Eat what?" he replied.

The question sounded simple, but the way he said it carried a quiet challenge. His gaze stayed fixed on Xiao Fan, as if the prey had suddenly turned around to face the predator, waiting to see who would give in first.

Later, at the kitchen sink, Xiao Fan was washing the dishes, lost in the small routine of the moment. The sound of running water filled the quiet kitchen until Lu Qing walked over.
This time, he truly went after his prey.

He closed the distance between them and lifted Xiao Fan onto the kitchen counter. Their eyes met again, holding all the things they had left unsaid. Then Lu Qing slowly kissed his lips, lingering with tenderness before moving down to his neck.

It was a simple scene, just a kitchen, a sink full of dishes, and two people drawn toward each other. Yet in that quiet moment, the playful chase between them became something deeper, something filled with affection, desire, and the kind of connection that made Episdoe 6 feel unforgettable.

Dr. Fang Chi crossed the line. If this were real life, he would likely lose his job. I think he should have brought Gao Zhun to the car park since that was something he feared, especially because Gao Zhun was the one who wanted to face it.

Sometimes, people need to confront their fears. As Gao Zhun said, he has nightmares about being sexually assaulted, and he believed that if Dr. Fang Chi did it, it would cure him. I don't agree with that technique, but if it truly worked to get rid of Gao Zhun's nightmares and trauma, and he was the one who initiated it and wanted it, I don't see anything wrong with his willingness to try it.

However, in a real therapeutic setting, this would still be considered unethical because a therapist cannot engage in sexual acts with a patient, regardless of the patient's consent.