A Real Pain to Watch
Watching this series was honestly such a pain for me, I’m sorry to say. At first, the “enemies to lovers” aspect was quite nice, but after that… oh my God. He’s one of the worst characters I’ve ever seen in a BL. Honestly, I couldn’t even finish the series because he annoyed me so much. And knowing he ends up with Mark makes me feel sick.Also, I really didn’t appreciate the sexual assault scene. That completely ruined it for me and made me even more uncomfortable with the story.
That being said, I really enjoyed the acting and the characters of Mark and Nuea. But the rest was just really hard to watch. I feel bad that this series managed to make me so angry. Mark, in particular, is just so unbearable.
I don’t recommend it.
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Procedural KBL i liked it..
I really enjoyed the mix between the romance and the procedural aspect of the story. I also liked that the show didn't rely on excessive comedy. The characters were genuinely interesting, with strong personalities and memorable actions.That being said, their relationship is definitely built on harassment... but somehow it's handled in a way that works. It's hard for me to explain. Maybe it's because Chae Ha is so passive while Tae Son constantly talks down to him and doesn't treat him very well.
My biggest issue with the series is the character development. We only learn the basics about them, and I wish we had gotten more details about their backgrounds, motivations, and personalities.
The last two episodes were disappointing. Everything felt so rushed, both the investigation and the romance. I honestly think the series would have benefited from having 12 episodes instead of rushing the ending.
Despite those flaws, I still had a great time watching it. The series is entertaining, and Tae Son was definitely my favorite character. He was a big reason why I enjoyed the show so much.
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A cliche story
A storyline like this is starting to become pretty common in GLs now, and honestly, I'm happy to be able to say that.I really enjoyed the series. Yes, it's cliché, as usual, but I had a lot of fun watching it, and that's what matters the most.
I found Piang and Song's romance very believable. The actresses did a great job. I'm sorry, but I absolutely love the way Song loves Piang. It's almost obsessive, but somehow it works because there's no abuse or toxic behavior involved, so it doesn't feel uncomfortable. That said, Piang staying cold and distant for seven episodes... please, never again.
The grandmother was hilarious, even though she was completely crazy.
I found Matmi, Piang's older sister, way too passive. I understand why she acted that way, but I wish she had been more proactive. Her romance with Rin was barely developed. We only got a few scenes, they got together, and then they broke up almost immediately. The same goes for Ploy and Ple. Their relationship wasn't developed at all.
Episode 8 is probably one of the weirdest GL episodes I've ever watched... but at least we got a wedding!
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Where are the enemies ? but the benefits is there
I really enjoyed this series. I think it's a great adaptation of the novel. One thing I especially liked was that they gave both Lal and Wine assistants. In the novel, they're not surrounded by as many people, so I thought that was a nice addition. I just wish we had seen more of Lal's best friend because I really liked that character.I also loved Lal and Wine's personalities. They're completely different, yet they're still naturally drawn to each other, and I think that contrast works really well.
That said, I wish there had been more romantic and sexual tension between them. Everything moved way too fast for my taste. From episode one, it already felt like they were a couple, even though they're supposed to be friends with benefits. I really missed the slow build-up that would have made their relationship even more satisfying. Still, their chemistry is cute, and the series fully embraces the classic romantic comedy clichés.
I also appreciated that the show addressed topics like workplace sexual harassment, consent during sexual relationships, and the professional attitude expected in a corporate environment. Those themes added more depth than I expected.
My favorite part was definitely Lal and Wine's relationship. They communicate well, respect each other, and have a genuinely healthy dynamic.
On the other hand, the second couple was completely sidelined. Their development came far too late, even though I think they had the potential to be just as interesting.
Overall, it's a fun series that keeps you entertained while also making you think about some important topics. For that reason, I'd definitely recommend it.
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What a good way to do a slow burn
So The Water is the second series in the Mega Project, and it’s already so much better than The Earth. The tension, the chemistry between the actresses, and the slow burn were all really well done.The actresses’ performances were really good, and I enjoyed them a lot. I especially loved Apo and Lada’s relationship it felt so soft, sincere, and natural. It was really fun watching them on screen, and I also really appreciated the development of their personalities and characters throughout the series.
Even the side characters left an impression on me, and so did the villains, which shows they did a really good job with the writing.
Yes, the series can be cliché at times, but honestly, I had a really great time watching it, and in the end, that’s what matters it was genuinely very entertaining.
The only bad thing to me was the episode was too long.
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Sorry i was bored
To be honest, I didn’t find that little something, that spark, in this series. I actually found myself getting bored. I had high expectations after reading the reviews and watching the edits I’d seen, but in the end, I was disappointed.As for the acting, I have nothing to criticize the actors did a great job. I understand the idea that saying nothing can sometimes say a lot, but in a series with 20-minute episodes, I think it would have worked better if the characters interacted more with each other.
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I guess…
I’d like to say that this is a series I decided to give a second chance to.That said, it won’t be for everyone, especially because some characters don’t appear very often.
The only real positive point I have to mention is the way trans women are portrayed it was refreshing to see.
However, the story goes in all directions. Dai’s group of friends made me laugh, but that’s about it. Luckily, the series is only eight episodes long.
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A Classic Story with a Fresh Twist
If you’re already a big fan of series and telenovelas, the plot might feel predictable — a bit of “been there, done that.” The difference here is that the story features two male leads, which adds slightly different dynamics, even if it doesn’t completely reinvent the genre.I especially enjoyed the cinematography, which brought a refreshing visual style to the drama. Thada and Armin were adorable and touching characters, and the actors portrayed them with great authenticity — though, for me, Thada still comes across as a bit of a stalker and somewhat creepy.
The villains were wonderfully infuriating — the kind you love to hate and enjoy seeing cause trouble throughout the series.
Overall, it’s an entertaining drama that I truly enjoyed, and I hope to see more shows like this in the future.
Highly recommended!
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Different
I really enjoyed watching this series, mostly because of Kim Su Hyeon's anger, which I found entertaining, I'm not going to lie to you. The plot has a lot of gaps and leaves a lot of questions unanswered, but they did the best they could with the resources they had. BL dramas really need to avoid time jumps, we've had enough of them.Was this review helpful to you?
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I'm really puzzled by the reviews of this series, because my experience was completely different. The script made me want to pull my hair out, and the characters were simply unbearable. What's more, communication between them was almost non-existent, even though they are young adults. The only bright spot in the series is really the characters of Syn and Nuer, but that's not enough to carry the whole thing. The premise of the series was promising, but the execution is disappointing. I sincerely hope that “Next Prince” will not be in the same vein, I still have hope.Was this review helpful to you?
A missed
Honestly, it's well-acted, the plot is simple, and the chemistry between Thame and Po is definitely there. They're cute together.However, the show didn’t really manage to develop the themes it wanted to explore. Everything felt a bit superficial to me in the way those topics were approached.
I also found Est's acting a bit stiff — I hope he’ll feel more comfortable in future roles.
As for GMMTV, they didn’t even try to hide the fact that the show was also a way to promote the boy group — and I actually liked that. I love that they didn’t go for the whole “ship the members together” marketing strategy. That never ends well, so honestly, smart move.
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