This isn’t just a BL, it’s an emotional experience. A soft, healing, and deeply relatable story that stays…
I honestly have so much to say about this series, and yet I somehow find myself out of words to describe just how beautiful it is 😭❤️🩹
Yes, everyone talks about how cute Duang is, how he’s the ultimate green forest and I completely agree. But this series is so much more than just that.
💔 The Emotional Depth: Episode 11… it hit way too close to home. And I realized it wasn’t just me, so many people felt that scene deeply. That’s how real and raw the emotions were portrayed.
When Duang says, “a hug is all it takes,” it genuinely broke something inside. Because sometimes, being held matters more than any words ever could.
And Qin saying, “I can’t take it anymore” that moment carried so much weight. It quietly reminds you that unless you speak up, even the people who love you won’t know when you’re breaking. Duang was always there, watching, caring… but the moment Qin said those words, he didn’t hesitate, he ran and held him.
Sometimes, asking for help is all it takes for someone to come running for you 💚
Then that scene where Qin has to let go of his child self… it shattered me.
So many of us carry childhood wounds, and letting go of that version of ourselves is never easy. The way they showed it - everything pausing, his younger self holding his hand, crying… and then slowly letting go to hold Duang’s hand, it was heartbreakingly beautiful 🤌😭💔
I cried so much watching that scene. It felt too real.
Another thing I absolutely adored was Duang and Jamie’s friendship. That kind of constant support; no matter the time, no matter the problem is rare and precious. Jamie being there for Duang through everything was such a pure depiction of true friendship ❤️
And what this series shows so well is that one person doesn’t have to be your entire world.
For Qin, Duang was everything - his comfort, his safe space, his protector. But for Duang, his world was beautifully balanced: he had his Family who support and encourage him for anything and everything he wanted to do, his greatest friends to cheer so loud for him that Duang didn't hear any of his haters and of course, the love of his life Qin, to take care of him, to tell him "he's great in his own unique ways".
I believe everyone deserves a “Duang” in their life, not necessarily as their fean, but as someone. A sibling, a friend, a parent, anyone… someone who holds you when you can’t take it anymore, someone who reminds you that you matter.
And maybe, this series gently teaches us to also be that person for someone else.
⭐ Final Verdict: This isn’t just a BL, it’s an emotional experience. A soft, healing, and deeply relatable story that stays with you.
I would genuinely recommend everyone to watch it at least once. This masterpiece truly deserves it ❤️❤️
Wait... Hold on, WHEN did NorthOtto become a thing???? I mean, I've been waiting for NorthWave only to realise it was never NorthWave to begin with😭😭😭😭 Bro I didn't know about it😭😭😭💔 (No hate to NorthOtto, I'm just a little disheartened as I was hoping to see NorthWave😭💔)
why does it say that it's a Korean Drama??? Is it really going to air this time? If yes, will it air all over the globe or just Korea? I'VE SO MANY QUESTIONS🤯😭
You lost me at the fetishized response about NC scenes.
I get what you mean. I’m actually not usually into NC scenes either—what I meant was more about their chemistry and acting making those moments feel natural rather than something I’d skip.
I wouldn’t say I liked it, but I didn’t hate it either - it comfortably sits in that one-time watch zone.
FirstKhaotung are, without a doubt, the strongest part of the series. Their chemistry is effortless, their expressions feel natural, and their dialogue delivery is always on point. You can see why they’re such a loved pair.
But here’s where it didn’t fully work for me - they shine so much more in intense, morally grey, bad-boy roles than in soft, fluffy ones. After watching them in Only Friends (and those NC scenes 🤤❤️), this softer dynamic just feels a little underwhelming in comparison. It’s not bad, it just doesn’t hit the same.
The storyline itself isn’t bad at all. It’s simple, sweet, and easy to follow. There’s no heavy angst, no big emotional rollercoaster, and no major twists - which can be comforting if you’re in the mood for something light. But at the same time, that lack of depth makes it feel a bit flat and forgettable.
Honestly, I feel like this was more of a casting mismatch than a story issue. The plot needed a pair that naturally fits the soft, cute vibe, while FirstKhaotung feel made for something darker, sharper, and more layered. With different casting or a more intense script, this could’ve been much more impactful.
If you’re a FirstKhaotung fan, you can give it a try for their chemistry alone. But if you’re expecting something gripping or emotionally strong, this might not fully satisfy.
I'm giving it 6/10 and yes, most of that is for FirstKhaotung’s chemistry 😻❣️
Please stop coming on my ig feed😭😭 I can't wait for every episode every week, I swear I'll binge watch you but until then please STOPPP😭😭😭My entire feed has DWY edits😭😭😭
Yes, everyone talks about how cute Duang is, how he’s the ultimate green forest and I completely agree. But this series is so much more than just that.
💔 The Emotional Depth:
Episode 11… it hit way too close to home. And I realized it wasn’t just me, so many people felt that scene deeply. That’s how real and raw the emotions were portrayed.
When Duang says, “a hug is all it takes,” it genuinely broke something inside. Because sometimes, being held matters more than any words ever could.
And Qin saying, “I can’t take it anymore” that moment carried so much weight. It quietly reminds you that unless you speak up, even the people who love you won’t know when you’re breaking. Duang was always there, watching, caring… but the moment Qin said those words, he didn’t hesitate, he ran and held him.
Sometimes, asking for help is all it takes for someone to come running for you 💚
Then that scene where Qin has to let go of his child self… it shattered me.
So many of us carry childhood wounds, and letting go of that version of ourselves is never easy. The way they showed it - everything pausing, his younger self holding his hand, crying… and then slowly letting go to hold Duang’s hand, it was heartbreakingly beautiful 🤌😭💔
I cried so much watching that scene. It felt too real.
Another thing I absolutely adored was Duang and Jamie’s friendship. That kind of constant support; no matter the time, no matter the problem is rare and precious. Jamie being there for Duang through everything was such a pure depiction of true friendship ❤️
And what this series shows so well is that one person doesn’t have to be your entire world.
For Qin, Duang was everything - his comfort, his safe space, his protector.
But for Duang, his world was beautifully balanced: he had his Family who support and encourage him for anything and everything he wanted to do, his greatest friends to cheer so loud for him that Duang didn't hear any of his haters and of course, the love of his life Qin, to take care of him, to tell him "he's great in his own unique ways".
I believe everyone deserves a “Duang” in their life, not necessarily as their fean, but as someone. A sibling, a friend, a parent, anyone… someone who holds you when you can’t take it anymore, someone who reminds you that you matter.
And maybe, this series gently teaches us to also be that person for someone else.
⭐ Final Verdict:
This isn’t just a BL, it’s an emotional experience. A soft, healing, and deeply relatable story that stays with you.
I would genuinely recommend everyone to watch it at least once.
This masterpiece truly deserves it ❤️❤️
I would genuinely recommend everyone to watch it at least once.
This masterpiece truly deserves it ❤️❤️
https://kisskh.fr/series/first-page-2025/
Is it really going to air this time? If yes, will it air all over the globe or just Korea? I'VE SO MANY QUESTIONS🤯😭
FirstKhaotung are, without a doubt, the strongest part of the series. Their chemistry is effortless, their expressions feel natural, and their dialogue delivery is always on point. You can see why they’re such a loved pair.
But here’s where it didn’t fully work for me - they shine so much more in intense, morally grey, bad-boy roles than in soft, fluffy ones. After watching them in Only Friends (and those NC scenes 🤤❤️), this softer dynamic just feels a little underwhelming in comparison. It’s not bad, it just doesn’t hit the same.
The storyline itself isn’t bad at all. It’s simple, sweet, and easy to follow. There’s no heavy angst, no big emotional rollercoaster, and no major twists - which can be comforting if you’re in the mood for something light. But at the same time, that lack of depth makes it feel a bit flat and forgettable.
Honestly, I feel like this was more of a casting mismatch than a story issue. The plot needed a pair that naturally fits the soft, cute vibe, while FirstKhaotung feel made for something darker, sharper, and more layered. With different casting or a more intense script, this could’ve been much more impactful.
If you’re a FirstKhaotung fan, you can give it a try for their chemistry alone. But if you’re expecting something gripping or emotionally strong, this might not fully satisfy.
I'm giving it 6/10 and yes, most of that is for FirstKhaotung’s chemistry 😻❣️