So much wasted potential
Kind of a late review, but here's what i thinkThis drama started off so strong, the characters actually had chemistry, the storyline seemed pretty well planned out, what could go wrong? Well as this series proved, everything could turn to shit in less than a single episode.
This had so much potential that just went down the drain, and i truly believe the only reason it got so popular is because the actors are appealing to the eye, and I can't confidently say that I don't believe they were cast simply for that reason.
Win's role as Tine deserves some recognition seeing as it was one of his first ever roles. Bright on the other hand; i can't tell if his acting seemed so standoff-ish because the director instructed him to act that way or because he simply didn't have the ability to act like he wasn't put off by the mere idea of kissing someone of the same sex.
They started off strong in the first couple episodes, and i can't exactly pinpoint where but at some point all the chemistry between them just evaporated into thin air, never to be seen again.
The kissing scenes were absolute abominations as well. It felt like the directors out a gun to their head and said "kiss or die". I recently rewatched it hoping that i just overreacted the first time i saw it and there was some chemistry left but it was even worse because all i could think about when they had to kiss was that it looked like those videos where someone brings a pocky to a party and gets people of the same sex to bite it until they "kiss". It just looked forced.
I will give some credit to the actors however, because they seemed much more comfortable when they were acting in F4 and that just reinforced my belief that they used BL as a way to get popularity and then when they got enough money from it they would just act in a straight drama. As a queer person, i'm tired of seeing these actors use, what is for most of us the only representation we get, as a stepping stone for them to gain more popularity. I wouldn't be surprised if the only reason they haven't done the same dumb shit Krist did on instagram is because they have so many social media managers that wouldn't let them post it.
In conclusion the show was ass and the only reason i'm not giving it a 0 is because of Green.
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Now I get why this got tons of people through the pandemic
I have to admit I've avoided this show for the longest time because reviews aren't the kindest, but I roughly heard about it because it was very famous where I'm from and even my friends who don't watch or even know BL have watched this. That being said, I had the lowest expectations for this show and only got to it when I had nothing else to watch.And I actually really enjoyed it! While this is not as groundbreaking as one would expect from all the hype (tbh I don't think it's meant to be one anyway), it's not that bad. Granted the acting was pretty weak especially for Bright (not for Win though, he was really good), but everything else works. The plot is simple, the actors are a feast to the eyes, the comedy is golden, the music is PERFECTION, and the skinship is not over the top. It's definitely a pick-me-up whenever you're in a bad mood and has indeed become something I was looking forward to after a stressful day. Now I get why people latched to this during a difficult and unfamiliar time such as the pandemic.
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Will suggest skipping the ending
Not to expect anything big from the plot itself. The characters lacked intimacy.Introduction of unnecessary characters to stir up jealousy.
The side couples had little to no role in the story and again lacked intimacy.
I personally skipped through most of the scenes during the final few episodes.
It started out really strong and I was hopeful I might get to see some really good chemistry but this drama failed me. I don't know how to explain but this drama kind of left an empty void in my heart....
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Homophobic stereotypes but in a BL?
Definitely not a bad series, but fairly mediocre. The two leads kinda seem like best bros instead of a couple, which defeats the whole purpose of the plot.Normally, I like a good fake dating plot. But the reason behind the fake dating scheme they come up with seems oddly homophobic? The stereotype of "predatory gay guy" coming on to a guy that has already rejected him in hopes of him becoming gay is just gross and unnecessary.
Then, once we start the fake dating plot, they are supposed to develop real feelings for each other (duh, that's the whole point) but it feels like that never really happens and they just keep pretending. Overall, fairly enjoyable but not one of my favorites.
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it's bad but very entertaining
2gether was my very first BL series so it has a place in my heart. Is it good? not really lol. The main couple is very cute and I love them together. There are some annoying sounds, lines, characters and secondary couples that I find difficult to deal with but sometimes you can laught about it. I sometimes feel like even though they date, they keep acting like they can't touch each other and I hate how they behave like children in this aspect. Overall the actors are mostly very handsome and that makes it much easier to watch (thank you BrightWin).Was this review helpful to you?
They won't let me give it. 5 of a star!
I heard so much about this show being amazing and I just don't get it. The two leads have no chemistry and I had a hard time believing the even like each other let alone love each other. It comes off as more of an awkward bromance and even the one kiss which I guess was supposed to convince me they love each other was totally cringe. Bad script, bad chemistry & bad acting. Some of the side characters where some what interesting but I was honestly shocked when I found out there was a season 2. Unless your just looking for back ground noise or a show you don't really have to pay attention to you can just skip it all together. Like honestly would chose to watch grass grow before watching this again or would be a better use of my time.Was this review helpful to you?
special place in my heart
this was my first ever bl, so it'd always have a very special place in my heart. however, the storyline was mid, the acting was mid, the kiss..dare I say it wasn't even mid ?? whats below mid? its that. It seemed like they really didn't wanna kiss each other.Honestly, I would have preferred no kiss rather than it be so uncomfortable for them, me, us, everyone lol.
its, not that bad, it's just very basic. its nostalgic...not bad
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Predictable Drama
Personally, this drama was a pretty basic one. When I watched this I didn't have high expectations from it. I think there was a lot of potential for it to become an average classic drama, but it didn't happen. The plot was super predictable, but at the moment I wanted to watch something light. If I were to watch it now I would've dropped it. It had the usual trivial arguments just to keep the story going. The drama would've been better if they made it much shorter, like a quick sweet romance. It's a pretty good drama if you are looking for something cliché. The cast was well chosen I couldn't think of any better than Sarawat and Tine. They portrayed the emotions of the characters well and I enjoyed watching it. I don't think I would really watch it again unless I was bored and missing them. I would recommend it if you want something simple and funny to watch though.Was this review helpful to you?
it missed flavour
a friend told me to watch this and i had planned on doing so because i knew it was one of those staple BL's.It's not bad but it's also not great and there are tons of BL's with much better storylines and acting.
The 'fake dating' trope is a trope that's used so often in dramaseries and in BL and it can be repetitive but it can also be executed well! However, that is not the case for 2gether, but I think this is partially because of the lack of chemistry between the two leads? I felt nothingggg. I think they could've utilised the fake dating a little bit more by exaggerating it and showing us overly affectionate people as is normally the case for people who don't know how real couples act...alas! in the end it became a boring series which tried to be appealing but just did not satisfy especially the whole 'ex-girlfriend/crush' trope.
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We are never getting back 2gether
I’ve seen mixed thoughts on this series but due to its high rating and it being considered one of the more popular Thai BLs, I figure why not check it out? Big mistake. It took me roughly three months to complete this series. Episodes 1-6 were tolerable at best but afterwards, I had to finish the series on 2x and even then I was still fast-forwarding through them. This series was passable in 2020 but not so much in 2023.I share a lot of other reviewers’ sentiments so I won’t go into detail but whether it was the acting or storyline, I cannot feel the romance let alone bromance between the leads, Tine and Sarawat. They’re both attractive but their characters are not. Other than looks, I can’t confidently say they like anything else about each other. Tine and Green had more chemistry than Tine and Sarawat, then again everyone seemed to have chemistry until you throw Sarawat into the mix. For a very popular guy, the show really gave him nothing. No charisma, no personality. Except for throwing cheesy lines around, he doesn’t change at all for someone who’s finally got with the guy he’s been crushing on for a while.
The leads’ brothers are a good twist and addition but rather than having them engage naturally with the leads, they’re mostly used for shock value and then pushed aside to live their very limited lives. Mil and Phukong’s relationship was a waste of screen time as their relationship basically went from 0 for the longest time to suddenly 100 in the finale.
The only cute relationship was between Man and Type. Despite getting little screen time to develop their romance, I thought they really stole the show as the best couple. However, like all the other couples, the biggest issue with this series is the lack of communication and poor character development. Initially, Type was introduced as this calm and composed guy that Man ran into and has a crush on. But once he was revealed to be Tine’s ruthless brother, you really see a cold and mean side to him. So for someone who seems peaceful yet tough, I wished he had stood up for Man or had an explanation why he chose to go with Beam over Man given that Man was clearly teased and insulted at the celebratory party he was invited to as a guest. When Man confronted Type about it, he basically dismissed it and said he never wanted the luxurious life Beam was trying to sell him…okay, then why leave with him? Why save the jerk’s face? Perhaps you wanted to talk to him in the car and scold him for his behavior towards Man? But nope…nothing. Kind of disappointed but they are still the best couple either way.
The music was unmemorable so that’s usually either good enough or not bad enough, even the ones sung by the characters. I’m aware of a season 2 or sequel but I’m saving it for last resort. The bottom line is 2gether started out fun but by the end of it, there’s really no direction for it. It was just checking all the tropes and creating conflict for the heck of wanting to make more money and hitting 13 episodes.
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WOW
So many people have talked about this BL and I never understood the hype. But once I watched it, I know why it's famous. The pairing is so good, the dynamic throught the show was very nice. I just disliked the lack of romance, and intimacy. Overall, the show is lovely, I recommend it to everyone who doesn't like action and 18+ bls.Was this review helpful to you?
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Don’t Waste Your Time
"2gether" is a series that had its moments of fame during the Covid lockdown, but it's safe to say that Bright and Win, the lead actors, can't act to save their lives. It's no surprise that they haven't made anything that can be named before and since, other that a remake of F4. They aren’t going to ventured outside their comfort zone of straight series. "Still 2gether," in particular, is a piece of crappy work that only diehard BrightWin fans would enjoy. The series only became somewhat successful due to its release during a time when we were all stuck at home, desperate for entertainment. And we were so done with Netflix.Unfortunately, I speak from experience of wasting my time on this series solely because I had nothing else to watch during the four months of lockdown when this horrid show was released. But don't make the same mistake; I'm here to save you from the annoyance and disappointment of "2gether."
Diehard fans of BrightWin, mostly newcomers to the BL genre, will cling to this sinking ship till the very end. However, "2gether" falls into the stereotypical school BL category, packed with nauseating tropes that cater to those who crave magical fluff filled with rainbows and unicorns in the worst way possible. It's easy to understand why "2gether" gained popularity; it hit the market when everyone was stuck at home and in need of escapism. The fluffy and magical atmosphere, along with two attractive guys, was enough to captivate viewers.
The acting in the series is far from commendable, which is no surprise given the talentless lead actor and a newbie who couldn't even deliver a decent kiss. Who taught these actors how to kiss their costars as if they were in a dare to kiss a dead cold fish. I’m sure they don’t kiss their female costars like this. It was as if the actors were forced to go through the motions without any genuine emotion. I mean how can 180 Degrees Passes Through Us had more sensuality without a single kiss than this which had multiple kisses.
The infamous high five scene garnered a lot of attention and criticism, but the truth is, it's a minor annoyance compared to the torturous kisses that felt lifeless and awkward. The potential of the story was there, but lacked coherence due to the poor execution. This series failed miserably when you compared to other older and newer GMMTV BLs.
If you're a devoted BrightWin fan, that's perfectly fine, but it's time to face reality. The chances of them making another series are slim to none. These two are simply milking their BL fandom, and it's unlikely they'll venture into another BL project. So don't hold your breath for another magical romance like "2gether” from them.
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