Reviews

i feel most of the youth will relate very closely with M

a lot of people will praise the acting, the production, the story, etc and i praise that too but the thing that really made it so special for me is the simplicity and innocence of a grandson portrayed in the story. the background and setting hit me hard so much even though i'm not thai. my own grandma too lives 10mins away from my house but it's been a year since i visited that house bcuz of my fear of being judged by them for my poor academics. but this movie reminded me of the long summers i spent at her house and how she used to tell me stories while sleeping inside a mosquito net hung from the wooden frames of her bed. so relatable that my grandma too gave up on meat too for prayer.

overall this movie is just a reminder that don't overlook your elders cause they will never overlook you.

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They are wasting the Sky-Nani chemistry with cute but tame scripts

It started off well...but became tamer with every episode....I was waiting with a lot of anticipation for this one, after the rollercoaster that High School Frenemy was, and though this was cute, I am disappointed with how surface it is. This was not even remotely close to the electrifying experience that High School Frenemy was

BL-Needle Score: 7. Reasonable BL-ness

Sky-Nani pairing up to fight Yao energy together while (B)Romancing with their angst-love energy......was supposed to be plain delish...but well, just that it was not...it was cute and had some arresting moments....I know this was supposed to be a bromance, but why waste Sky-Nani's chemistry and acting abilities for just decidedly tame, feel good stories? I am even ready to overlook/accept the Bromance fence-sitting that they have been asked to do...at least that somewhat added to the charm of High School Frenemy...but Wu was too surface and they are capable of so much more. I hope GMMTV Team finds them a more 'intense' script next time.

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RANYA: The Prettiest Cry-Baby in Thai GL

SHADOW OF LOVE Ep 19 - This show has the most evil, most reprehensible villain-mother in all of GL.... Zero redeeming qualities, but her being so vile and detestable is what makes the show so interesting! Exhausting and exasperating to watch, but riveting, nonetheless.

And Bebell Patthanarat Ketkaew - sweet, vulnerable Ranya - Bebell is so pretty, even when she's crying! In fact, "Ran" is the prettiest cry-baby in 🇹🇭 GL.

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SHADOW OF LOVE Finale Ep - The "kids" (Plaifah/Chat & Bebell/Ranya are both 22y.o.) just schooled the entire 🇹🇭 GL industry on how to have a long love scene that's simply magical (ep 24.1 1:50-9:25)! Ep 24.2 ties up all the loose ends ever so sweetly. For all its faults, SHADOW OF LOVE emerges as THE breakout GL series of the 2nd quarter of 2026! Good job.

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Good story

Loved the first series but loved this one even more.. The 2MLs Woo Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi didn't disappoint. Binge the whole series.. kept me on the edge of my seat throughout.
First watched Woo Do hwan in My country..
Fantastic series and as a bodyguard in
My King.. Eternal. The fight scenes were brutal and bloody and I did fast forward a couple of times 😱 it felt that real. I hope there's a third series in the making. I didn't like the dubbing.. I prefered listening in Korean with English subtitles. Thanks to all the people who made this gem of series. Wait for the 3rd..
Love from the UK..

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Waiting for All of us are daed season 2

I am from Bangladesh, and I am eagerly waiting for All of Us Are Dead Season 2. This is not just another Korean drama for me — it is my most favorite K-drama of all time. From the very first episode, the story completely caught my attention with its thrilling zombie action, emotional moments, friendship, survival struggles, and unexpected twists. Every episode made me more excited and emotional at the same time.

What makes this drama so special to me is the amazing cast and their powerful acting. I especially love On-jo and Yoon Chan-young. On-jo’s character is strong, emotional, caring, and brave. She showed so much courage during the hardest situations, and that made her one of the most memorable characters in the series for me.

And of course, Yoon Chan-young was absolutely incredible as Cheong-san. His acting was so natural and emotional that it made the character unforgettable. The final scenes of Season 1 were heartbreaking, and since then I have been waiting to know what really happened to him. Now that Season 2 is officially coming and there are strong signs that Cheong-san may return, my excitement is on another level.

I have watched many Korean dramas, but All of Us Are Dead is different. It has everything — suspense, friendship, sacrifice, emotion, action, and unforgettable characters. That is why it became my favorite.

As a fan from Bangladesh, I am counting the days and waiting patiently for Season 2. I really hope it will be even more exciting, emotional, and unforgettable than Season 1.

Let’s wait together for All of Us Are Dead Season 2. The excitement is real ❤️

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A fairy tale for romantic women - or the Korean version of Disney

Good and entertaining, funny, light and cliché. After a long wait, we can watch a modern fairy tale.

If you like the two main characters, there is no need to write a recommendation, because you will watch it.
Those who prefer only one camp (IU or Byeon Woo Seok) will immediately argue about the lack of chemistry.
And if you don't like either, why should you watch it?

If you like fairy tales, you want a light and funny watch, then this is an opportunity to experience an adventure in which:

Cinderella: combative, rich, great at manipulating the media, loves red, unique, and extravagant. Since she grew up without love, she measures happiness in money and victories. (She gets quite a lot of both). She hates and annoys her family, she has a friend who is the prime minister and an adorable secretary.

The Prince: a regent with a traumatic past, nightmares, and little political power, but many enemies, rules, and restrictions. He has a large (and gossipy) court, a few cats, insomnia, and a heart rhythm disorder. He needs a good night's sleep, a sex life that suits his age, and a few victories - because he hasn't had many of those yet.

Our little Cinderella (IU) sets out to get the one thing that money can't buy (no, not love) - the title of nobility and the privileges that come with it!
She asks the Prince for his hand in marriage....
...and so begins an adventure filled with intrigue, investigation, trials, and intrigue, the stakes and goal of which are to get the CROWN or NOT?

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Life on the surface may not be all what it appears.

"Sameday with Someone" was a good sleeper find, much like the Hindi movie "Dhoom Dhaam" was . "Sameday" works, mostly due to the performance of Toey Jarinporn Joonkiat. Even though her acting career has spanned over a decade, this was my first look at her work. That's not a knock against her. The majority of my watch listed here has been Korean Based.

Getting to the point spoiler free- "Sameday with Someone" was a fun watch. Maybe a litte jagged as to where it was heading at the beggining, but when it became clear, it all made sense. I laughed out loud many times as the main character navigated her way through a time loop. The story wasn't intense but it was enough to entertain for 2 hours. Joonkiat really is the glue that binds it all together.
If your open to a fantasy type element, with 2 hours open for a little comedic change from other genres, I recommend "Sameday with Someone"

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Be Careful What You Wish For

If Wishes Could Kill takes a simple but chilling idea-what if every wish you made came true, but it cost your life within 24 hours-and turns it into a tense, emotional ride set inside a high school. What starts as curiosity quickly spirals into fear, guilt and desperation.

The show's biggest strength is its concept. The "wish app" feels like something that could exist in real life, which makes the horror hit closer to home. It's not just about dying-it's about how far someone is willing to go for their deepest desire, even when they know the consequences. That moral dilemma keeps the story engaging throughout.

The pacing is a slow burn. The first few episodes focus on building characters and relationships, which might feel a bit stretched, but it pays off later when the stakes rise. As more wishes are made, the tension becomes heavier, and the
emotional impact deepens. Performance-wise, the young cast does a solid job portraying fear, regret, and inner conflict. The friendships feel real, and the breakdown of trust as secrets unfold is one of the most gripping aspects of the series.

Visually, the show leans more toward a dark, atmospheric tone rather than jump-scare horror. It creates uneasiness through silence, shadows, and the ticking clock of inevitable death. The gore scenes were very effective and authentic.

However, the series isn't perfect. At times, it relies on familiar K-drama tropes, and a few plot points feel predictable. Also the music sometimes feel way too comedic and doesn't sync with the nature of the drama. The ending might feel a little mixed feeling and abrupt for some viewers.

My Rating : 7.5/10

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KHEMJIRA S2??

After I finished Khemjira, I genuinely thought... there's no way another drama is going to hit like that again.
But then I started Wu.
I wasn’t even planning to watch Wu on the day it dropped… but after I watched the first 5 minutes, I was completely hooked. I’m not even joking — I don’t know how the whole 50 minutes just disappeared. It felt so short because I literally couldn’t get enough.

And the craziest part!!? I'm already getting that Khemjira vibe. The dark atmosphere, the tension, the supernatural mystery,it feels so similar in the best way!!!
i had that same feeling I had while watching Khemjira... I'm already feeling it again, and I love that!!

Just a heads up though: this isn’t for everyone. If you’re scared of supernatural/horror, you might struggle a bit. And if you’re expecting a BL… yeah, same, I thought that too before watching the trailer 😭 but it’s not. I was lowkey hoping for that vibe, especially with SkyNani but honestly? I don’t hate it... the story still pulls you in.

At the start, I wasn’t fully convinced, it didn’t feel like the strongest opening ever. But as it went on, it just kept getting better. The cinematography, lighting, and overall atmosphere? So good. Like the dark, eerie vibe actually hits. I’d honestly rate the first episode around an 7.5–8/10.

The characters are already interesting too. Niran had me confused at first, I really thought he was some rich guy when he showed up 😭 but clearly not, so now I’m curious about his actual story. And Pete… I feel like there’s so much we don’t know yet, which makes it even more intriguing.

Overall, I genuinely think this has the potential to become one of the best dramas if it keeps going like this. It’s intense, mysterious, and already addictive after just one episode.

Definitely give it a try, even if you’re unsure, just watch the first few minutes and you’ll see what I mean.

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Classic Melodrama That’s Emotional but Often Frustrating/Exhausting

Uncontrollably Fond starts off with an intriguing premise and strong performances but quickly settles into the familiar patterns of old-school predictable melodrama. The drama leans heavily on slow-motion scenes, repeated emotional beats, and an overuse of OST (ost was good tho).
While the story explores themes of loss, regret, and complicated family dynamics, the character writing often makes it hard to stay invested. The male lead’s tendency to hide his feelings behind cold, sometimes cruel behavior becomes frustrating over time, rather than compelling. On the other hand, the female lead’s constant screaming and increasingly screechy tone can feel grating, making it difficult to fully empathize with her despite her hardships.
Jun Young's mother throwing tantrum, ignoring him just cuz he chose different career etc.. so many things were problematic. The pacing is another major drawback, with many scenes feeling dragged out or repetitive. Familiar tropes like miscommunication, emotional withholding, and forced separation add to the frustration instead of building meaningful character growth. Even so, the central plot has enough pull to keep you watching, if only to see how it ends.
The finale offers some emotional moments and a sense of closure, though the journey to get there feels uneven and often exhausting.

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