The first full-length BL-Drama from Korea brings a fresh breeze in this genre, even with old tropes like the love triangle and a high school setting. The main reason for this novelty is the multiple characters, which are all taken seriously by the creators. All of them have their flaws, but also their good sides, and are not a bunch full of cliches.

But also the story is a welcoming change to the typical BL, cause you never know what happens next and the tension is always high.
Light on me hasn’t the emotional impact like other BLs, but instead, all the feelings are shown in a calm, unobtrusive way. It also didn’t avoid uncomfortable themes like bullying or homophobia, which I really appreciate.

But the story wouldn’t be that good if the cast weren’t that great. Especially Kang yoo who plays Shin-Woo is an outstanding talent, who can literally speak with his eyes and gave me goosebumps just with expressions.

So Light on me is a highlight of the BL-Year 2021 and paves maybe the way for other outstanding BLs from Korea