Reviews

PieGolf deserves the world.

I loved them sooo much, like Tiger is really such a loverboy. It's so funny and cute that a mafia is so silly and in love.

I didn't think that I would love them so much... but Oh My God. Pie (Tiger) and Golf (Nao) are such a delightful surprise! They're such good actors, the mannerisms, the quirks. Perfectly developed characters, I'm so eager to see them together on-screen again!

And it's sooooo cute. Probably the cutest lovey-dovey of the whole Fourever You project?

I loved them, I loved Nao's family, they're so warm and cute. Like Nao grew up with so much love... that's why he has so much to share with Tiger, giving him a warm home. It's adorable.

I do wish that it was more... developed, I guess? I felt like the narrative got stuck for such a long time on some problems that, towards the end, it felt a little bit rushed. It wasn't unpleasant, but it's what made the series a 7.5 and not a 9, to me.

Leia Mais

The FL is derpy, annoying, and ruins the show

My ratings are primarily based on the weakest link which also happens to be the most integral role in the show- the female lead. I can’t say enough how poor the casting here was. Ok I get that the female lead character Nastumi is supposed to be “quirky” or whatever, but there’s a difference between adorably quirky and downright weird. If I could describe her acting in one word, it would be: Ridiculous and idiotic. I guess the actress is trying too hard to be relatable or whatever in the old period drama, but her expressions and acting are totally unnatural. She ends up looking like a total weirdo in most of her scenes, and it’s so offputting. It’s the actress that’s the problem- in her other show Takane No Hana, where she plays the insecure younger sister, she was a little more in the background since she was not the focus, but still looked like an insecure mess in her role. But in this series with her playing the lead role, she’s a downright disaster. My low rating is primarily because of her horrible acting job, that makes the rest of the cast look out of place next to her as well. I get that her character Natsumi is inexperienced in romance etc. but her expressions are so exaggerated and overacted, like she’s having a heart attack multiple times a day, that she leaves nothing, no subtlety in her performance whatsoever. Even in the romantic scenes where you’re supposed to feel the magic of their connection, she ruins the moment with her awful derpy expressions. She acts like Mr. Bean- even his facial expressions and body language are more graceful than hers. When she’s trying to be cute, she wrinkles up her nose and squints her eyes and juts her teeth out, and sometimes does this weird wide eyed blinking thing with sound effects- it’s not cute or natural- it looks forced and scary. From episode 7-8 onwards I stopped looking at her face and focused only on the subtitles. Unfortunately in episode 9 there’s a scene where one lady says how she couldn’t have children and married her husband without the plan to breed. Then Natsumi starts blubbering and crying like an idiot- that was an extremely annoying moment. Somehow this character gets more annoying as the episodes go on.

There are scenes around episode 5-6 where Natsumi sticks her head into this other single lady’s business just so she can witness a love matchmaking situation because she’s bored and needs excitement in her own life. Just like many typical housewives tales where they spend so much thought and energy to set up other people so they can land in the same marital bondage as the rest. Even the husband says “You seem to be really enjoying this…” yes because she has nothing else to do in life. And this is how a nosy, toxic housewife is born. It’s really not cute.

Episode 6: there’s a scene when Natsumi and her husband meet a childhood friend, and the friend talks about a man in the past that Natsumi was searching for to thank him, and Natsumi looks flustered trying to stop the friend from talking so that it wouldn’t upset her husband, but she follows her friend around with an expression and body language as if she desperately needs to use the bathroom. Very poorly done. Another star off for poor acting of the female lead.

Actually the male actor is much better- though his character Takimasa is also inexperienced in romance, his expressions and mannerisms are much more natural looking and he is far more likable. But the two together are an odd pairing and come across more like neurotic brother and sister, rather than husband and wife.

The whole focus is on husband and wife’s nightly activities- sexual activity, breeding, having children, etc etc. All the usual boring nonsense that every other drama focuses on too, except this one in a period drama- same old story dressed up in different clothes. There was also a childbirth storyline with Natsumi’s sister (?) which was so boring- how many times have I seen this drama in every other newly wed show? Yawn. There’s a scene where Natsumi starts drinking and again she starts acting like a twitching, glitchy bot with the most idiotic facial expressions and body language. How can a grown woman act like a perpetual 2 year old? It’s not sexy in the least, but taking advantage of a drunk person is the next logical step in this J drama I suppose. She says a classic line: “Blame it on the alcohol!” Lol. What a derp.

They should have gotten a different lead actress. Believability is a big part of acting to create the world of the drama for the viewer, and if the actor does a bad job, it just ends up looking cheap and bad.

What I did enjoy: The second couple. The interactions and romance that develops between Fukami (the good looking Navy playboy) and Fumiko San (the independent single working woman) are a lot more natural, understated, quick witted, and subtle compared to the main couple. I enjoyed watching their scenes, as they slowly learn about each other while holding back their true emotions. For example the scene where they are sent by the derpy Natsumi to buy some forgotten ingredient, and they encounter a poor boy stealing, and how they both handle the situation teaches them about each other. Their stolen glances, the quiet question of sending another letter- while the exterior of the woman seems cold, there’s actually real chemistry that can be felt there. It’s not in your face and loud like Mr. Bean Natsumi. It was quite subtle and beautiful. I also really enjoyed their matchmaking scene- how they were communicating through their eyes and the “air” but giving diplomatic responses to appease the crowd. It was almost like a chess mind game. Fukami has this cheeky Shia LaBeouf vibe, and Fumiko is a headstrong witty lady who still has that romantic side of her. Their chemistry and desire underneath all their nonchalant performance is strong that I could see him sweeping her off her feet in a heartbeat. I wouldn’t necessarily call this love either- more like the dynamic of a playboy and a woman playing hard to get in a larger game of Russian roulette (marrying someone in the Navy who can die any moment). Nevertheless it was interesting to watch. Koseki Yuta was my favorite actor in this series- his expressions were multilayered and he exuded a charisma with ease, while harboring conflicting emotions of yearning towards his fiancée.

In episode 10, Fumiko visits Natsumi as they’re all afraid for their husband/fiancée’s lives. Her fear and regret at parting ways with Fukami with a cold remark can be felt, even though she doesn’t say much. But Natsumi starts squealing/crying and ruining the scene, and it doesn’t make me feel sorry for her at all- it’s just irritating. Less is more- this actress Kyoko doesn’t understand subtlety.

The difference between the reunion between Takimasa and Natsumi and Fumiko and Fukami is like night and day. Natsumi starts wailing and screaming that I had to mute my device and turn away, while the reaction of unexpressed feelings and relief at Fukami’s return between the second couple was truly something I could feel. That was beautiful. Those moments between the second couple made the drama tolerable. I found myself skipping to their scenes.

I had to skip the last half of episode 10 because it was all about exchanging rings between the main couple and I just couldn’t tolerate the bad acting any longer. I get the point. Y’all exchanged rings! Yawn, next.

Why couldn’t they have done a more interesting kind of treatment with the main couple? It could have been something so subtly beautiful and sweet, instead of watching a weird glitching anxiety attack in the form of Natsumi. She has an anxiety attack/heart attack every 5 minutes and can’t act natural even for one scene. She just gives me the ick. Her friend Fumiko is so much more refined and beautiful.

Leia Mais

Eye Contact — An Ending So Abrupt It Almost Erases Everything Before It

I don't often finish a drama and immediately ask myself, "Wait... that's it?" Unfortunately, that's exactly what happened with Eye Contact. When the final scene ended, I genuinely thought another episode was coming. Instead, the credits rolled, and I was left wondering whether the production had forgotten to upload the real ending. I've seen open endings before, but this wasn't thought-provoking—it was simply frustrating.

That's particularly disappointing because the drama actually starts with an interesting premise. The relationship between the two leads develops quietly, relying more on lingering glances and emotional tension than on dramatic declarations. For a while, I thought the series was building toward a mature and rewarding conclusion. Instead, it keeps delaying emotional payoffs until there's no time left to deliver them.

The biggest problem isn't that the ending is open.

It's that the story feels incomplete.

There is a huge difference between allowing the audience to interpret an ending and simply stopping the narrative before it reaches a satisfying conclusion. Eye Contact unfortunately falls into the second category. The final episode answers very little, resolves almost nothing, and leaves character arcs feeling unfinished. Rather than making me think about the story, it made me wonder whether part of the script had gone missing.

Ironically, the acting deserved a much stronger series. Both leads give sincere performances and manage to create believable chemistry despite the limited material they're given. Their quiet interactions often communicate more emotion than the dialogue itself, and there were several moments where I genuinely believed the drama was about to become something special. That's what makes the weak conclusion even more disappointing. The actors do their job; the script simply doesn't reward them.

The production itself is perfectly respectable. The cinematography has a gentle atmosphere that suits the tone of the story, and the soundtrack quietly supports the emotional moments without becoming intrusive. Nothing about the technical side of the drama feels cheap or poorly made. In fact, almost every department performs competently. The problem is entirely narrative.

A good ending doesn't necessarily have to be happy. It can be tragic, bittersweet, or even ambiguous. But it still needs to feel earned. Here, the story spends most of its runtime asking the audience to invest emotionally in the characters, only to end before delivering the emotional resolution that investment deserved. That left me feeling more disappointed than moved.

Final Thought

Eye Contact is one of the most frustrating BLs I've watched, not because the idea was bad, but because it never gives itself the chance to finish telling its own story. The performances are solid, the atmosphere is pleasant, and the relationship had genuine potential. Unfortunately, an ending that feels more like an interruption than a conclusion overshadows everything that came before. When the credits rolled, my first reaction wasn't emotion—it was simply, "Really... that's the end?"

Leia Mais

I USED TO PRAY FOR KBLS LIKE THIS.....

tbh PEAK KBL!! ohh it was so good, it had me obsessed the whole time, i started it with not so many expectations because as we all know majority of kbls don't fulfill them but IT WAS SO GOOD, the story, the acting, the music, the cinematography, the direction everything was SO GOOD!
they did the thriller and mystery so good, i was gagged, i love good thriller bls smm with nice plot twists and it had thatt!!
the third act of the show was so perfect and i am so satisfied by everything, they really said let's make a kbl with actual mystery and good direction and screenplay and the most important thing WITHOUT FISH KISSES.
the plot and the plot twist was so good, episode 7 was so goated it left my jaw on the floor, this ate even with 8 episodes of 20 minutes, it really made me believe more that the duration or number of episodes doesn't matter if the plot and screenplay is strong...
but i have one question, WHO LET CHU TAE JEONG BE A COP? 😭 i mean let's be real bro doesn't even know how to fight and he's a cop, well that's not a really big issue and i am biased towards this show so I'll let it slide..
I WOULD REALLY RECOMMEND WATCHING THIS BECAUSE IT'S HONESTLY PEAK KOREAN BL AND A WELL DONE THRILLER, I HOPE KOREA KEEPS MAKING.MORE BLS LIKE THAT... A MUST WATCH I'D SAY...

Leia Mais

The Next Prince: Uncut — The Version That Should Have Been Released First

After watching both versions, I honestly don't think The Next Prince: Uncut is a different drama. It's simply the complete version of the story we should have received from the beginning.

The additional scenes don't radically change the plot, but they significantly improve the rhythm of the series. Relationships feel more natural, emotional transitions make better sense, and several conversations finally have the time they needed to breathe. Instead of jumping from one important moment to another, the story allows its characters to develop at a more believable pace.

The romance also benefits from the extended cut. While my criticism of the casting remains exactly the same—I'm still not convinced NuNew was the right choice for this particular character—the extra scenes give both leads more opportunities to build their relationship. Their emotional progression feels less rushed, making some later decisions easier to accept.

The political side of the story also becomes clearer. The royal families, succession issues, and alliances receive additional context, making the world easier to understand. It's still not the strongest aspect of the series, but at least the narrative feels more coherent than in the broadcast version.

That said, the Uncut version doesn't fix my biggest criticism. The problem was never missing scenes—it was the casting. My opinion hasn't changed regarding NuNew's portrayal of Khanin or Zee's suitability as a bodyguard. More screen time cannot fundamentally change performances that I already felt were miscast. Likewise, the actors who impressed me the first time—Net, JJ, Jimmy, Ohm, and especially Kris Charintip—remain the ones who naturally command the screen whenever they appear.

Final Thought

The Next Prince: Uncut is unquestionably the superior version of the series. The additional footage strengthens the storytelling, improves the pacing, and gives the relationships more room to grow. If you've never watched The Next Prince, this is the version I would recommend. It doesn't completely change my opinion of the drama, but it does make a good series noticeably better.

Leia Mais

Pit Babe Season 2 — Bigger Doesn't Always Mean Better

One of the biggest challenges any successful series faces is knowing when to stop. Pit Babe ended its first season with enough momentum to make a sequel exciting, but after finishing Season 2, I couldn't shake the feeling that the story had already reached its emotional peak the year before. The second season isn't bad by any means. It simply feels less focused, less surprising, and ultimately less memorable than what came before.

The biggest difference is that the sense of discovery has disappeared. In Season 1, everything felt new. The racing world, the supernatural abilities, the relationships, and the rules of this universe were all being introduced for the first time. Season 2 no longer has that advantage. Instead of building on those foundations with greater emotional depth, it mostly expands the mythology by adding more conflicts, more conspiracies, and more characters. Unfortunately, bigger doesn't automatically mean more engaging.

The story remains entertaining, but it often feels as though it's trying too hard to raise the stakes. New twists arrive one after another, yet very few of them carry the same emotional weight as the central conflicts of the first season. Rather than allowing existing relationships to evolve naturally, the script frequently creates fresh obstacles simply to keep the plot moving. At times, it feels more like the writers are extending the universe than telling a story that genuinely needed another chapter.

Thankfully, the cast once again carries much of the drama.

Pavel Naret remains the undeniable centre of the series. His confidence, charisma, and emotional control make Babe one of the strongest protagonists in recent Thai BL, and he once again demonstrates why he's become one of the industry's most reliable leading actors. Pooh Krittin has also grown noticeably since the first season. Having already proven himself opposite Pavel, he now performs with far greater confidence, and their chemistry feels even more natural than before. They're no longer actors trying to convince the audience they're a couple—they simply behave like one.

The supporting cast continues to be one of the franchise's greatest strengths. Characters introduced in the first season are given more opportunities to shine, and the world feels richer because of it. At the same time, the larger cast also creates one of the season's biggest weaknesses. With so many storylines competing for attention, several emotional moments don't receive enough time to fully develop before the narrative moves on to the next conflict.

Visually, very little has changed—and that's a compliment. The racing scenes remain dynamic, the cinematography is polished, and the production still looks more expensive than many BL dramas. Change2561 clearly understands the identity of the franchise, and the technical quality remains consistently high throughout the season.

One criticism from my first review still applies here. Despite now having two full seasons to explore the concept, the series continues to keep its Omegaverse elements surprisingly restrained. The Alpha hierarchy and special abilities remain important, but the biological and social dynamics that define the genre are still largely absent. After twenty-plus episodes across both seasons, I was hoping the writers would dive much deeper into that aspect of the universe. Instead, Omegaverse remains more of a flavour than the foundation of the story.

Final Thought

Pit Babe Season 2 is still an enjoyable BL with excellent production values, a strong cast, and one of Thailand's best-established pairings in Pavel and Pooh. However, it never recaptures the freshness and excitement of the original season. The larger world, bigger stakes, and more complicated storylines can't quite replace the emotional impact of discovering these characters for the first time. It's a worthy continuation, but for me, the first season remains the stronger chapter of the story.

Leia Mais

Pit Babe — A Great BL That Never Fully Embraced Its Omegaverse Identity

I genuinely enjoyed Pit Babe. It's exciting, stylish, surprisingly emotional, and supported by one of the strongest casts Change2561 has assembled for a BL. But after finishing the series, I kept coming back to one thought: if you're going to advertise the first live-action Thai Omegaverse BL, then commit to being an Omegaverse. Pit Babe introduces the concept, then spends most of its time acting as if it doesn't exist.

That's my biggest frustration because the story itself is actually very good.

The racing world immediately gives the series an identity of its own. Instead of another university romance, we're thrown into a competitive environment where ambition, rivalry, greed, and family manipulation constantly drive the plot forward. The supernatural abilities also add an interesting layer, allowing the drama to feel different from most BLs without becoming overwhelming. Even viewers unfamiliar with Omegaverse can easily follow the story because the script explains just enough without becoming overly complicated.

The problem is that this isn't really Omegaverse.

Or at least, not the Omegaverse readers have come to know.

Traditionally, Omegaverse isn't simply about Alphas, Betas and Omegas. It's about instinct, biological attraction, pheromones, heats, ruts, hierarchy, compatibility, and the conflict between natural impulses and personal choice. Those elements are what make the genre unique. Pit Babe keeps the labels but removes most of the biological and social dynamics that define them. The result feels more like a supernatural action drama borrowing Omegaverse terminology than a genuine adaptation of the genre.

I understand why.

Thailand was entering completely new territory with this series, and introducing a fully faithful Omegaverse to mainstream television would probably have been a risky decision. In that sense, Pit Babe feels like a cautious first step rather than a complete leap. I respect that choice, but I also can't help wishing the production had been bolder. If you're opening the door to an entirely new subgenre, why not fully embrace what makes it different?

The casting is where the drama truly shines.

Pavel Naret completely dominates the screen. I've always thought he has one of the strongest screen presences in Thai BL, and Pit Babe confirms it. What I particularly enjoy is that he completely challenges the visual stereotypes often associated with BL dynamics. Babe is technically the more emotionally vulnerable partner in several aspects of the relationship, yet Pavel never loses the confidence, charisma, or masculine energy that define the character. He proves that vulnerability and strength are not opposites.

Then there's Pooh Krittin.

Visually, he almost reverses the expectations audiences often have. He has the softer appearance usually associated with the more "protected" character, yet Charlie is confident, determined, and constantly takes control of situations when necessary. I actually enjoyed that reversal because it avoids reducing either character to traditional BL stereotypes. Their dynamic feels much more balanced than many viewers initially expected.

More importantly, their chemistry simply works.

This was Pooh's first major acting role, yet he never looks intimidated acting opposite Pavel. As the series progresses, you can actually see his confidence growing episode after episode. By the finale, the partnership feels completely natural. It's no surprise they quickly became one of Thailand's most successful new BL pairings.

The supporting cast also deserves recognition. Nut Supanut, Sailub Hemmawich, Pon Thanapon, Benz Atthanin and Garfield Pantach all contribute memorable performances, creating a world that feels much larger than the main romance alone. Unlike many BLs where supporting characters exist merely to fill space, Pit Babe gives several of them meaningful storylines that remain engaging throughout the season.

Visually, the production is also far more ambitious than the average BL. The racing sequences are energetic, the cinematography captures speed surprisingly well despite television budgets, and the overall production quality often feels closer to an action drama than a romantic series. Director Peter Nopachai deserves credit for successfully blending multiple genres without letting the romance disappear beneath the spectacle.

Final Thought

Pit Babe succeeds because it knows how to tell an entertaining story with memorable characters and excellent chemistry. Pavel and Pooh prove to be an inspired pairing, and the supporting cast helps create one of the strongest ensemble productions in recent Thai BL. My only real disappointment is that the series never fully embraces the Omegaverse identity it proudly advertises. As a BL, it's excellent. As an Omegaverse adaptation, it feels like it only scratches the surface of what the genre has to offer.

Leia Mais

The most engaging historical romances of the year.

Watching The First Jasmine has been a wonderful experience, and a huge part of that is the outstanding performances by Bai Lu and Cheng Lei.

Bai Lu delivers one of her strongest performances as Ye Li. She portrays intelligence, vulnerability, determination, and quiet strength with remarkable depth. Every glance and subtle expression adds another layer to her character.

Cheng Lei is equally captivating. His portrayal of Mo Xiuyao is restrained yet deeply emotional, showing pain, dignity, and unwavering devotion without relying on exaggerated expressions. His eyes convey so much that words often aren’t needed.

Together, Bai Lu and Cheng Lei have exceptional chemistry. Their relationship develops naturally through mutual trust, respect, and emotional understanding, making every shared scene compelling and memorable. Their performances elevate the drama and make The First Jasmine one of the most engaging historical romances of the year

Leia Mais

Better than I thought it would be~

I was a bit unsure exactly what this series would be like. WeTV is very hit or miss with their series, but I saw a fan edit of it that convinced me to give it a shot and I'm glad I did. This series does a great job balancing humor, drama, romance, and action. Unlike a lot of other Thai BLs out there that really struggle to evenly showcase each genre Love of Silom hit every note just right. Nothing felt out of place, the pacing was excellent, the actors did a great job bringing the characters and story to life. There also wasn't a side couple to divert away from the main romance plot instead there are only side characters and they're all phenomenal. Even the characters I didn't like were still fun to watch on screen. I 100% recommend giving this series a shot.
The few critiques I have for the show: I wish the brief period that Wayu worked as a police informant had been part of the plot more. He helps out for a couple episodes and then stops and everyone just pretends like it never happened. Admittedly I just really like action series so of course anything that plays more into that genre I'd prefer lol. The second critique is for the dances at the club, honestly they were kinda repetitive. I wish the choreographers had done a bit more and made the dances different from each other. Other than that I really liked this series, I thought it was great.

General info for anyone wanting to know:
• Is it spicy? Weirdly enough no. Despite being about bar hosts/club dancers the sex scenes were all pretty mild. There are a few scenes that show bondage and sex toys, but it never shows them being used (besides as impromptu weapons lmao). The most spice the series has are the dances at the club which are essentially strip teases.
• Is there violence? Yes. There are multiple fight scenes that are actually decently done and sometimes result in bloodshed, a few noncon moments, there are scenes depicting human trafficking, and honestly Krit's dad was a dick the whole series and the main instigator of the emotional damage inflicted on the main characters.
• Is there a love triangle? Yes, but also no. Lets just say that the main characters had multiple love interests but they only ever had eyes for each other. They were practically beating the love rivals away with a stick lol.

Also, if you like the bar host/club dancer aspect of the series I'd recommend checking out Toy Boy. It's a Spanish drama on Netflix. The main characters are also dancers and the series does a great job depicting the work that goes into being a club dancer ie learning choreography, working with different concepts, and being hired for events. Toy Boy is a lot darker and dramatic as the story centers around an sa and murder mystery plot and the BL plot line is for the side characters not the mc, but it's still a pretty good watch. The BL was super cute, the only reason I wanted to watch the series in the first place lol, so even though it's not the main focus it was still worth sitting through everything else to watch that relationship unfold.

Leia Mais

The Bangkok Boy — Ambition Alone Doesn't Create Future Stars

When I finished The Bangkok Boy, my first thought wasn't whether I had enjoyed the story. It was that I couldn't imagine this drama changing anyone's career. That's probably its biggest problem. BL has launched dozens of actors into major stars over the last decade because audiences fell in love with their characters and wanted to follow them into future projects. Unfortunately, I don't think The Bangkok Boy will have that effect.

The series certainly deserves credit for trying something different. Instead of another school or office romance, it dives into Bangkok's criminal underworld, mixing gang conflicts, revenge, violence, and romance. On paper, that's exactly the kind of direction I'd like to see BL explore more often. The genre shouldn't be limited to campus love stories, and I appreciate productions willing to take creative risks. The problem is that The Bangkok Boy never fully develops any of its strongest ideas. It introduces an interesting world but rarely gives its characters enough depth to make that world emotionally engaging.

The story often feels as though it's trying to do too much at once. Between the criminal organisations, personal vendettas, family issues, romance, and action sequences, the script constantly jumps from one storyline to another without allowing any of them to breathe. Instead of building tension, it gradually becomes fragmented. I understood what the writers wanted to achieve, but I rarely felt emotionally invested because the narrative never settled long enough to let the characters grow.

The acting is actually better than my overall score might suggest. The cast handles the action scenes convincingly, and nobody gives what I would call a bad performance. The problem is that very few performances become memorable. Good acting isn't only about delivering dialogue correctly—it's about creating characters people remember long after the drama ends. Here, I finished the series feeling that everyone had done a respectable job, yet none of the actors truly distinguished themselves as future stars.

The chemistry between the leads suffers from the same issue. I never doubted that the characters cared about each other, but I also never reached the point where I became emotionally attached to their relationship. Their romance often feels overshadowed by everything else happening around them. Ironically, a drama that wanted to be bigger than a traditional BL sometimes forgets that its emotional core should still be the relationship between its protagonists.

Visually, however, the production deserves praise. The action choreography is ambitious for a BL, Bangkok is used effectively as more than just a backdrop, and the darker cinematography gives the series a distinct identity compared to the colourful romantic comedies dominating the genre. Director Ping Adisorn Trisirikasem clearly wanted to push BL into more mature territory, and I respect that ambition even if the execution doesn't always match it.

Ultimately, I think The Bangkok Boy is remembered more for what it attempted than for what it accomplished. It had all the ingredients to become something unique—a fresh setting, a darker atmosphere, and a willingness to move away from familiar BL formulas. Unfortunately, it never fully capitalises on those strengths, leaving behind a drama that's perfectly watchable but surprisingly forgettable.

Final Thought

I genuinely appreciate that The Bangkok Boy tried to take BL somewhere different. The ambition is there, and I'd much rather watch a series that takes risks than one that simply repeats old formulas. Unfortunately, ambition alone isn't enough. Without stronger character development and more memorable performances, this never becomes the breakout project its cast probably needed. I don't think this is the drama people will remember when they look back at these actors' careers—and that's perhaps its greatest disappointment.

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Boys in Love — More of a Casting Showcase Than a Memorable BL

Watching Boys in Love, I never had the feeling that GMMTV's main objective was to tell a great story. Instead, it felt like the company was introducing its next generation of actors and testing which pairings audiences would connect with. There's nothing inherently wrong with that—every studio needs new talent—but when launching new ships becomes more important than the story itself, the final product inevitably feels more like an audition than a fully realized drama.

The story is pleasant enough but also incredibly familiar. School romance, first love, misunderstandings, supportive friends... we've seen every one of these elements countless times before. The series doesn't really try to add anything new to the genre, and because of that, it quickly becomes predictable. It's cute, easy to watch, and harmless, but I rarely felt emotionally invested because the script never pushed its characters beyond the usual coming-of-age clichés.

The biggest limitation is naturally the cast's lack of experience.

This isn't a criticism of the actors themselves because everyone has to start somewhere. The problem is that their inexperience is visible throughout the series. There are moments where you can catch an actor looking slightly off-camera before delivering a line, waiting for a cue, or reacting a fraction too late during emotional scenes. Facial expressions sometimes arrive before the dialogue instead of naturally following it, and several emotional moments feel rehearsed rather than instinctive. These aren't major mistakes, but they're the kind of details you immediately notice once you've watched hundreds of dramas.

That being said, I don't think the newcomers lack potential.

In fact, quite the opposite.

Several of them already have the charisma needed to become popular if GMMTV continues developing them with stronger scripts and more experienced co-stars. Acting is something that improves with experience, and I can easily imagine some of these actors looking completely different three or four years from now. What we're seeing here isn't a lack of talent—it's simply a lack of experience.

The chemistry between the new pairings is also a work in progress. There are flashes of genuine connection, but it's clear they're still learning how to build intimacy naturally on screen. Instead of making me completely believe in the relationships, there were moments where I felt like I was watching actors trying to understand how romantic scenes should be played. That's perfectly normal for newcomers, but it also explains why the emotional impact remains fairly limited.

From a production standpoint, the series looks exactly like what you'd expect from GMMTV. The cinematography is clean, the pacing remains light, and the direction never becomes overly ambitious because it wisely focuses on making the young cast feel comfortable. The soundtrack is pleasant but ultimately forgettable, doing little to elevate scenes beyond what is already happening on screen.

I also think this is one of those dramas whose reception depends heavily on its audience. If you're new to BL, or if you're a younger viewer discovering the genre for the first time, I completely understand why Boys in Love could become a favourite. It's sweet, easy to follow, and introduces likeable characters. But after watching BL for many years, I've simply seen this same story—and many of its individual scenes—done with stronger writing, better performances, and much greater emotional depth.

Final Thought

Boys in Love succeeds as a showcase for GMMTV's next generation of actors more than it succeeds as a memorable BL. The cast clearly has potential, and I'm sure several of these new pairings will continue growing into excellent performers. Unfortunately, potential isn't the same as experience, and that difference is visible throughout the series. It's a pleasant introduction to new talent, but as a drama, it never rises much above average.

Leia Mais

Watched first 2 episodes. I really loved the casting. I mean was actually waiting to watch a drama of Park Ji Hyun, I really loved her acting from "Flex X Cop". She just has a strong aura. Even in this office rom-com series, her acting is really good. I also like Seo In Guk. And they are the main reason I started watching this drama.
The plot seems good till now. There were slice of life, romance, comedy but it is to see which one they keep their main focus.
The direction felt somewhat off to me. I felt that the direction could be better. If it wasn't for the casting I may not even finish watching the first episode and think that it's not worth watching. But while watching the first 2 episodes, I am hoping that the plot might be good for an office rom-com drama.

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Something's Not Right — A Good Drama That Made the Mistake of Sharing a Name with the Webtoon

I think Something's Not Right received more criticism than it actually deserved. After finishing it, I understood why so many readers of the original webtoon were disappointed. If you're expecting a faithful adaptation, you'll probably spend every episode comparing what was changed, removed, or simplified. But once I accepted that the drama wasn't trying to recreate the webtoon scene for scene, I found myself enjoying it for what it actually is: a gentle, well-acted Korean BL that keeps the heart of the original story while taking a very different path to reach it.

That distinction is important.

This isn't the webtoon brought to life.

It's a reinterpretation.

Many of the character dynamics are softened, several situations are rewritten, and the emotional progression feels noticeably different from the source material. I completely understand why long-time readers struggled with those decisions because some of the emotional intensity that made the webtoon memorable is inevitably lost. At the same time, I don't think changing an adaptation automatically makes it bad. The central emotional line remains intact, and despite all the differences, I still recognised the story I had originally enjoyed.

The acting helped me accept those changes far more easily. The two leads have a comfortable, natural chemistry that never feels forced, and their performances fit the quieter tone the drama is aiming for. Rather than relying on dramatic confrontations, they communicate through small gestures, awkward silences, and gradual emotional growth. It's a very Korean approach to romance, and in this case, I think it works. Neither actor tries to overplay the emotions, making the relationship feel believable even when the script occasionally moves too quickly through important developments.

One aspect I particularly appreciated is that the drama never becomes unnecessarily melodramatic. Instead of constantly searching for bigger conflicts, it stays focused on the characters' feelings and allows the relationship to evolve at its own pace. That slower rhythm won't appeal to everyone, but I found it refreshing compared to series that rely on endless misunderstandings simply to create drama.

Visually, the production is exactly what I've come to expect from Korean BL. The cinematography is clean, the soundtrack quietly supports the atmosphere without dominating it, and the direction knows when to let silence carry a scene. Nothing feels flashy, yet everything feels carefully considered. It's a simple production that understands simplicity can be one of its greatest strengths.

I honestly believe many viewers judged the series less as a drama and more as an adaptation. Those are two different conversations. As an adaptation, I understand many of the criticisms because it takes significant liberties with the source material. As a standalone drama, however, I think it's considerably better than its reputation suggests. Once I stopped expecting the webtoon and started judging what was actually on screen, I found a series that was consistently enjoyable from beginning to end.

Final Thought

Something's Not Right may disappoint readers looking for a faithful adaptation, but I don't think that automatically makes it a bad drama. It keeps the emotional foundation of the original while choosing its own direction, and thanks to solid performances and a sincere romance, it succeeds more often than it fails. Sometimes the best way to enjoy an adaptation is to stop comparing it to its source—and that's exactly what happened here.

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A Fun Time-Travel Romance Carried by Fantastic Chemistry

This was such a fun surprise. On the surface, it's about a struggling actress who becomes possessed by the spirit of a woman from the Joseon era, but underneath the fantasy and comedy lies a story about fate, second chances, love, and choosing the life you want to live. The time-travel concept isn't particularly groundbreaking, but it is executed in a way that keeps the story entertaining without becoming overly complicated.

The biggest reason this drama works is the chemistry between the leads. From their very first encounter, they bounce off each other effortlessly. Their enemies-to-lovers dynamic is filled with hilarious arguments, playful banter, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. Once they fall in love, the relationship only gets better. I loved that they actually spent time together like a real couple by going on dates, watching TV together, walking hand in hand, and simply enjoying each other's company. Their romance felt warm, natural, and refreshingly free from unnecessary misunderstandings.

One thing I appreciated was that the writers never relied on forced breakups or poor communication just to create drama. Whenever problems appeared, the characters actually talked to each other instead of jumping to conclusions. It made their relationship feel much healthier than what we usually see in romantic comedies.

Heo Nam Jun was easily one of my favorite parts of the drama. I've seen him in previous projects before, but this role completely changed my opinion of him. First of all, his voice deserves its own fan club. I genuinely spent half the drama wondering how I never noticed it before. Beyond that, he gave his character so much charm and emotional depth. He starts off looking like the typical cold chaebol, but slowly reveals a surprisingly soft, awkward, and hopelessly romantic side. Watching that transformation was incredibly satisfying.

Im Ji Yeon was equally fantastic. She balanced comedy and emotional scenes effortlessly. Her chaotic energy, expressive reactions, and absolutely unhinged laugh made her character so much fun to watch. She could go from looking completely ordinary to looking stunning in the blink of an eye, and she fully embraced every ridiculous situation the drama threw at her.

Their fights honestly became one of my favorite parts of the show. Every argument, every slap, every dramatic crash-out somehow became hilarious instead of frustrating. The comedy landed consistently because both actors committed completely to their roles.

The supporting cast also deserves credit. The loyal assistant, the grandparents, the eccentric aunts, and even the adorable dog all added warmth to the story. I also thought the villain was surprisingly effective. He wasn't overly theatrical, but there was always something unsettling about him that made every appearance feel tense.

The production is solid throughout. The contrast between the historical flashbacks and the modern-day setting works beautifully, and the pacing rarely drags despite juggling romance, comedy, fantasy, action, and mystery. Could the drama have benefited from a couple more episodes? Probably. Some side stories could have been explored further. But I never felt like the shorter runtime hurt the overall experience.

Overall, this isn't a drama that reinvents the time-slip romance genre. Instead, it succeeds by executing familiar tropes exceptionally well. The writing keeps things simple, the romance is genuinely adorable, and the chemistry between the leads carries the entire show. Most importantly, it's simply fun. I had a smile on my face through most of it, and sometimes that's exactly what I want from a romantic comedy.

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