Love by Chance

The story is a 7 because it's not something that we haven't seen - panicked gay, benevolent straight guy that turns gay, a rich brat, a troublesome monkey, a vicious snake and some experienced seniors. That brings us to the cast - I can't say that I am fully satisfied with it. The main actor playing Ae in the series was not even an adult at the time of the making of the series and they made him do intimate scenes with the actor playing Pete. Other than this, I am fine with the rest of the cast. The acting of the casts was in line with the story so I enjoyed that. It's good to see when efforts are made to play the characters right. However, certain scenes did feel awkward probably due to editing and I hope this doesn't follow suit in the sequel.

Although Pete x Ae was the main couple, I still wanted to see more of Tin x Can and Techno x Kengkla. My immediate thought on them having less air time is that the other two couples will have their own series is that this series is mere introduction to their stories. Tin x Can have a little more air time than Techno x Kengkla and now we are having Love By Chance 2 that will feature their story.

I couldn't digest the fact that Trump's character was dissolved so soon in the series despite the drastic impact it had on Pete's character. I would have liked him being around a little longer. Considering how twisted and vicious Trump is, he was put off rather easily and early in the series. But then I haven't read the novel so I can't be demanding. Perhaps, the story isn't the kind where you want the bad guy to linger for long. Tin's prejudice was held long enough to irritate Pete and Ae.

Techno seemed an interesting character to me and I hoped to see more of him but guess, he and his buddies Type and Champ are for limited comic relief. Kengkla's obsession towards Techno is portrayed to be subtle however, I hope they could bring it out to light and strong if they both get to have their own series someday.

I did watch the series twice for fun and because I was bored so the rewatch value is 8 if you can overlook Can's annoying character. He gave Tin a hard time but then I think he deserved it considering the prejudice he held for so many reasons to so many people. Their bickering was refreshing though, I won't lie. They kept things from getting monotonous.

In the end, I will say this that Love By Chance is worth a watch. Its a mellow story for fun time.

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Ae and Pete Should Be The Gold Standard Of BL

So if you haven't seen "Love By Chance" and you enjoy BL romance shows WATCH THIS ONE pleaseee. Now even though TharnType is still one of my top shows because of the plot and love for the two main characters, this show succeeded past TharnType in a very prevalent way. Open discussion of consent and protection. These are 2 very verryyyyy important topics that TharnType either glossed over or didn't properly convey at all. I can say without a doubt Ae and Pete's relationship specifically is the healthiest, sweetest, most well-developed couple in any BL series I've watched so far. There's no hatred towards each other from the start, which is such a trope that needs to be dropped unless it's for a valid reason (like in TharnType) just kindness. The actors have very sweet chemistry, seriously there's a lot of emotion there clearly and it made me really happy. Each scene was done well and again CONSENT was blatantly established which is fantastic, as well as protection being openly discussed.

Ae and Pete should set the standard for BL couples for real. I don't understand people's arguments of their arch "getting old" because I didn't feel that at all. It felt genuine, well-deserved/built up well and I wanted to see more from them as a couple that didn't need to go through a ton of BS to be great. Pete also has become one of my favorite BL drama (or just television) characters ever. Every time his character was on the screen I melted and smiled like an idiot. He is best boy, so freaking wholesome and needs to be protected at all costs! Literally I would protect Pete with my LIFE. Seriously great job on Saint's part because this is his best role in my eyes.

The series also has a solid straight couple arch in it, including a character (Pond) whom I didn't like at all at the beginning but who grew on me a lot throughout the story. However, Chompoo man...she was so irritating! I liked Tin and Can as well, they grew on me more as time passed. Mostly because Tin's character was interesting and I really like that actor. But the other "couple" was a huge nope for me, you know what I'm talking about (explained more at the end of review). However, Ae and Pete make up for it so much! Discard any TharnType references in this show, they don't pan out in the TharnType show since the entire cast got replaced (thank god, though I am sad for my sweet boy Earth who plays Tar in this).

I also wanted to say a negative about this show is Techno's storyline with Kengkla. Not good, for a show that's very consensual that certainly wasn't and I want a positively thought out discussion about it in the second season. Especially when you have a character like Tar in this who's gone through assault and suffered from it. It doesn't taint this season, but it is a concern for season 2. Finally, please bring back Ae and Pete for another season with the same actors I'm begging you!

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The second BL drama I've ever watched and I'm glad I did. Ae and Pete are so sweet, I completely fell in love with them!

I took two points off the story as it unfortunately not only revolves around AePete. It would have been so much better if we had stayed with them for the whole 14 episodes! I wouldn't have minded TinCan or PondCha because these couples were cute and funny as well. But the other two pairings? The brothers and the stalkerish thing? God, please, no.

Ae and Pete had a great chemistry and their acting was always on point. The actors worked great together and all the actors in this story showed a great talent!

The music was alright, nothing to say to this.

I probably will rewatch at some point. Already rewatched my fav scenes (which are aepete's kisses, what a surprise ;)), but maybe I'll rewatch the whole thing at one point.

Overall, a very satisfying and sweet drama! I want more of this, please!!!

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Good but once again romanticizes r@pe

Story
The story is great I think that there are a couple of faults but every story has at least a tiny one. This case my question is how would that Trump kid just disappear like that I think there should have been more to make the story make sense. Otherwise I think the story does super well with both a coming out story and a finding feelings. However I would prefer no "I don't like men I only like him" statement sometime.

Acting/ Cast
I think the casting is great how ever I do have one tiny thing about the cast. I love love love love and did I say love Earth but I do like Gulf as Type better. That is literally the only reason I don't like the casting. Now the acting as per normal for both Perth and Saint (don't forget about Sammy and Yacht lmao) are amazing. I especially loved when Ae was having some character development.

Music
I think the OST is good. Nothing really to say about it. Of course I do think that it doesn't stand out to me as much as others do but it is a bop.

I HATE THE PART WITH THE R@PE
Towards the end Techno gets r@pe and Technic literally helps!!!! I don't care if the become a relationship later that is fucked up. They were even playing like fun music during that.

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This was my first ever fully watched Thai bl series and I have to say: it was the cutest.

The main storyline is cliche but super fluffy and lovely, the actors have incredible chemistry and look good together. However I fell in love with the other story. Tin and Can... oh our beloved Can... I hope the second season brings their story up to the stars. I almost cried when finishing the last episode.

Then... There is a "couple" of two brothers. I hated that relationship so much. I suppose there has to be something unpleasant in every series.

Overall it is one of the most beautiful series. The production quality is not good, but you can still enjoy it.

I do recommend it. :)

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This is a sweet drama with cute couples and really hot scenes at times, yet the story was not that appealing to me. It was pretty straight-forward which is a good thing for many people, but I felt as though the build up wasn't enough, and the love between the main couple wasn't tested enough, and at one point the series seemed to be all about the hot make out scenes.
It's one of those bl you watch only for the kissing and the bedroom scenes although they do emphasize on sending a message across saying "it's okay no matter what your sexuality is".
The acting was alright considering the cast is full of young boys who've probably acted for the first time. Really a one time watch for me.

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I think that it was great i can't say much because i don't really remember much of it but i have to say that it was good but this raping thing bothered me something like that can't be and shouldn't be romanticed but it was great though im happy that this Bl even got me into Bl













































































im looking foward to season two

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Bittersweetly surprised

For a show with lots of cussing, violence, and sex, it managed to be so wholesome and sweet! I have so many different opinions about "Love By Chance", though, in general, I liked it a lot.

What I loved about it:
Pete and Ae have such a healthy, innocent relationship! Sometimes they have problems, sometimes jealousies get a little too intense, and sometimes insecurities get in the way of common sense, but they always talk things through. They respect each other, love each other, and effectively become each other's equal partners. I loved watching them go visit each other's families-- it was so adorable! I also loved how Pete learned to communicate directly, and eventually became a stronger, more independent person.
I also liked Can. He was so adorable, feisty, and energetic! He, his sister, and his mother were such hilarious spitfires! And his friend Good was the exact opposite, which only made things funnier!
Also, while many people hated how Can and Tin did not get together in the end, I liked it. Neither of them was emotionally mature enough for a relationship, and it's rare for dramas to depict that sort of reality.
Also, Pond and CheAim had such a healthy, endearing, funny relationship. I loved the scene where Pond told CheAim that she didn't need to feel insecure about being sexually reserved, because he liked her for her and not for being sexy.

What made me uncomfortable:
The actor playing Ae was only 16 during the drama's filming, which made a lot of the scenes where Pete and Ae got intimate a little squicky. There was no nudity, though, and it was easy to fast-forward through the very few sex scenes that were shown.
Tin was a little too pushy around Can, and went straight into creeper territory at times. I guess it's supposed to show how problematic he is as a person, but some of the ways he treated Can came across a little prostitute-y.
Also, when you first meet Pond, he's jerking off. He also is a porn addict. Like, what?

What I hated:
The finale. That whole crappy debacle.
First of all, that rape scene where a high schooler completely takes advantage of his friend's intoxicated older brother, then manipulates him into thinking it was the other was around! What the f*ck were the screenwriters thinking?!
I also hated the whole step-brothers' story line. It could have been done better, but was done so horribly.

In many ways, "Love By Chance" was very progressive and uplifting. At the same time, some problematic, and some downright horrible, things got slipped in. Watching it was a very bittersweet experience, and re-watching it will be better since I'll know which parts to skip.

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Despite what LBC does wrong, it does so much more right.

Since the opening scene of the first episode, I was hooked! The series introduces the main characters in a simple and efficient way and from then on, the storyline flows smoothly without being confusing. The side characters are introduced gradually and are distinctive enough to be easily recognizable. Overall, the series's plot is very easy to follow and understand.

The story of the two main leads is truly beautiful and heart-warming throughout the series and it manages all that without being boring. The conflicts arising between them along the way don't feel unreasonable, contrariwise, they fall in line with the characters' normal behaviour and therefore the plot points don't feel forced. Their interactions are cute and refreshing because they don't fall into the stereotypes and therefore can pleasantly surprise.

The side characters are genuinely funny and only add to the story. I was especially enjoying Pond's character that didn't only serve as a comedic segment, but that held great importance in the early stages of Pete's and Ae's relationship through his support and kinda playing the matchmaker. He wasn't the only one, though. Especially the characters revolving around the two main leads were very well developed and relatable. I personally enjoyed Tin's development the most. His storyline revolving around overcoming his trust issues felt really authentic and even though I'm not rich myself, I could understand and sympathize with his character.

However, there were two other "couples" that I just couldn't relate to. The two brother's relationship was confusing. They didn't give them enough screen time and therefore failed to convey necessary information to the audience in order to make an opinion. It is stated in the series that they are "stepbrothers", but what does that really mean? Are they blood-related at all? Have they grown up together? Those are necessary information for the audience to know to somehow "excuse" their relationship. Otherwise, it just feels gross and wrong.

Then there is the relationship between No and the other guy whose name I didn't even bother to remember. That's how much I just don't care about them. Again, they didn't get enough screen time and the times they actually were on screen didn't give the audience any reason whatsoever to cheer for them. The extent of what is one of them willing to do in order to get the other guy is not a good message that you what your audience to take with them. Especially if he'll actually succeed in his efforts, but that is something to wait for in the second season.

However, what I think this drama really deserves praise for is it's pacing. The fact that Pete and Ae don't get together too fast or too slow, but at a precise time when it just feels right, is what makes this show so great. We can clearly see the progress of Ae's feelings towards Pete and how he's gradually falling in love with him. It doesn't feel rushed and it doesn't feel unjustified because we can see Ae's reasons throughout the episodes.

As a bonus to the series, the songs in it were nice to listen to and they fit the mood perfectly.

My last complaint about this series is the fact that nothing really happened regarding the "main villain" of the series since I expected him to reappear and cause some trouble. That was, in my opinion, some wasted potential and opportunity to thicken the plot. Especially at the end of the series where the attention was shifting from the main couple to one of the side couples since there wasn't much to do with the main one anymore.

However, despite what the series does wrong, I must say that there is a clear majority of what it does right. Therefore, I must still give this drama 9/10. The development of the main leads' relationship was handled the best way I've ever seen and it just filled me with so much happiness and warmth watching it. The same counts for Tin and Can, who I'm really looking forward to in the next season. Therefore I can give it a pass for some parts that could've been handled better and that could have been given more time and attention.

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•what kept me watching:
○perth's organic acting. those eyes held so much emotion within them!

○the nature of aepete's relationship. it was so healthy and sweet.

○tincan. i'm a sucker for this type of plot line ;-;

○the music. wow i love "Wish this Love". as soon as they played the instrumental i swooned everytime. i think this is the best ost song i have heard in a lakorn.

•what had me wishing it wasn't included:
○an aspect in the realationship of tincan. the forceful advances were slightly unsettling, it could have been better written. they could have made it an element of surprise instead of a forceful one. and not to mention tincan's ending . wow really. out of all the "relationships" they had to kill the second best (even best for some) one. at least they could have ended it openly. so just like so many other, i'll be hoping a second season or just a spin off for tincan is made.

○tumtar. that was attempted rape at best. really unnecessary. okay so i can understand (for a lack of a better word) if they had made my poor baby get raped earlier on for a healing plot. a healthy healing plot that deals with the problem maturely. not have tum do what he did, being the only person tar felt comfortable around. ugh -_-

○and obviously, kla and techno . in all raw honesty this couple was completely unecessary. it wasn't even a couple. it was a case of under the influence advantage. i mean, others may view it differently but techno was piss drunk. his sober reaction is enough to show that he did not want that. -____-

•all in all, love by chance really had so much potential. aepete and tincan (at some length) pulled it up but then these other added plots brought it down a notch. i really hope a second season or at least a spin off is made to address these issues maturely because it's 2019 folks. we don't do potential filled dramas dirty like this anymore. we learn form the past and improve the ones we can in the future.

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Overall, this show was pretty fun to watch. Enjoyed all episodes. Production value, music and acting were alright. I really liked this cast. However, there was still some room for improvement in terms of the plot. There were 4 main couples in this show and each of them had their flaws.

Ae & Pete were fine at first but their story took off too early and it stayed constant. It got really boring and repetitive towards the end, especially since they're the literal 'main couple' so they got more screen time. Very cute nonetheless.

Tin & Can were doing fine until the ending. I only continued watching the second half for them. I don't know who decided it was a good idea to ruin their relationship at the end, leaving us with a very heartbroken Tin. Still praying that we get to see more of them in the future.

Kengkla & Techno as well as Tum & Tar were complete side stories, with almost no relevance. The show would've been the same or even better without them. Both couples were a distraction and their story lines were boring and underdeveloped. Kengkla and Techno story line was actually completely unnecessary.

Basically, one couple was getting too much time and two couples barely had any time or details to their story.

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