Seriously underrated
Honestly one of the best mafia / underworld BL drama I've watched so far. The storyline isn't perfect but still holds better than most shows that aren't essentially focused on romance (e.i. goddess bless you from death - which I really liked - but the plot construction and investigation make no sense at all).It is more brutal and action based than most dramas as well - I liked it for this, and it also, for once, was quite well done. for those who worry about how violent it can be, there are some tough moments but I still remains quite watchable of you compare it to US series.
The romance is well acted and the chemistry is there. As opposed to many other shows the pacing is that strange - but it's true that there aren't that many intimate moments. Of course I wished we had a little more happy moments to witness between them !
Overall, would really recommend watching!
SPOILER PARTS
Now what I thought about the story and characters.
About the general plot - it holds quote well together but there are some inconsistencies, and moments where things make no sense. One of the first moment like that for me was when he was in prison, and when they saved Mei. For the latter, when the cops came, they could have 100% tried to take her back but just stood there shouting at each other whereas they totally had the manpower.
Another thing I didn't really understand is how the elder brother completely disappears out of the story once he's hospitalize.
Finally, Mei is quite annoying - she doesn't hold a grudge to Peace at all in the last episode, but is mad at her brother and quite unbearable throughout the whole thing. It could be explained by trauma but she's quite normal with everyone else, so it just doesn't hold up and overall renders her quite frustrating.
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Trauma/Misery P0rn & 75% fight scenes
Positive:I love that they did something completely new. The concept of having a Thai & Korean gang clash was really interesting.
I thought the acting was mostly solid.
There was something really raw about some of the characters and their decisions
Negative:
So, so, so much misery. I'm no stranger to tragic series and do quite enjoy them. But this was depressing to watch and it almost felt like negative things kept happening just for the sake of it.
I got really, really sick of the fighting scenes by episode 4. It feels like every 5 minutes there's some extended fight scene and it got annoying.
Peace & Sun were kind of cute together but at the end of the day, they couldn't get me to care about their relationship that much. And that's how I usually know a series has lost me.
I pushed through till the end simply because this was something I hadn't seen before and the acting, production, and the story were very thought out.
In conclusion, there was a lot of potential here, but the series really needed to be reeled in, in some regards.
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Brilliant do not skip this bl
Lets start by saying i nearly skipped this due to seeing scores on reviews, so glad i ignored, this is not your typical BL all lovely dovey so maybe thats why , this one has some substance to it , story was amazing aswell as all the actors no silly little noise bing bongs like normal thai series do, this was gripping from start to finish and wow what a finish cant wait for season 2, there is a BL theme running through with 2 ML and wow the painting scene was top draw...all in all i loved it well done guysWas this review helpful to you?
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Genuinely really loved this series, I loved the mixture of the Thai and Korean culture threw out the entire series, the ending felt like it was solved but at the same felt it like there was a hole left in your heart and it had so many other things that we needed clarity with. Especially with that cliffhanger man, I can’t believe Kong is alive?!? That ending was definitely a sign of a possible season 2, I have so many questions?!?! Who was Kong working with? How did he survive? and, where has he been the entire series??!! But anyway , I ABSOLUTELY loved peace and sun’s relationship. The troubles they went through to end up together and just their slow burn love to getting together and even after all they went through and the troubles they faced, they still loved each other and faced it together. I need a season 2 ASAP, I wanna see how they deal with Jihoon and Aim and I wanna see how Peace and Sun’s relationship grows and strengthens with the troubles they might face in the future!! Was this review helpful to you?
Every scene feels smooth and authentic, never forced or awkward. And the entire cast crushed it, especially in the emotional scenes. Their performances were so real, bringing these complex characters and layered characters to life so beautifully. I really hope to see them in future projects.
Special shoutout to Aon and Phee. They stole the show every single time they were on screen.
The two main actors are absolutely gorgeous. Their chemistry, intensity, and the way they communicate without saying a word are totally off the charts.
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Ready for a season 2
This show was amazing—full of twists, emotional punches, and unexpected turns that kept me glued to the screen from start to finish. “Bangkok Boys” blends drama, friendship, and a touch of chaos in the best way possible, delivering a fresh take on found-family narratives with the perfect dose of mystery and heart.From the very first episode, the chemistry between the main cast draws you in. Whether it’s the hilarious banter, the heartfelt late-night confessions, or the moments of raw vulnerability, every scene feels intentional. Each character is uniquely flawed but deeply lovable, and you can’t help but root for them—even when they make questionable choices. As their individual stories unfold, so do the hidden connections and secrets that tie them all together in ways you won’t see coming.
The pacing is tight, with each episode revealing just enough to keep you guessing while still building an emotional connection to the boys and the world they live in. Without spoiling too much, that finale? Wild. It left my jaw on the floor, and just when I thought I had it all figured out, the show completely flipped the script.
“Bangkok Boys” is clearly geared up for a second season, and I am more than ready. There’s so much left to explore—especially after that final reveal—and I can’t wait to see where the story goes next. If you’re into layered characters, dramatic tension, and plots that make you yell at the screen (in the best way), this one’s for you.
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Wolves in Sheep's' Clothing
This was indeed a very involved story of crime, corruption, and mayhem. I am assuming it was trying to mirror or channel, at least a little bit of “KinnPorsche.” A very mafia-type flair was established early on with the projection that some protagonists may not quite as bad as others. Of course, it is simply based on what you are more willing to turn a blind eye to compared to other options. I could not relate to any of it in the sense of being able to find anything ‘good’ with any of its characters. The protagonists were ALL bad. I am fascinated with how one can take immoral and nefarious characters and marry them with illegal actions/activities and somehow try and make the story feel like they are do-gooders. Or somehow worthy of some respect. They are not. They are criminals and are doing criminal activities even though at times it might seem for the right reasons. If I am going to be truthful here, I honestly paid little attention to the story. It was just too abusive and criminal for me to even remotely value. You can read my full review of this series (I did like the bad guys) at BLBliss.com.Was this review helpful to you?
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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Not bad- just not my style
i watched just to cross it off my list- i had head good comments about it so i was excited. Most episodes were skipped, personally id like it to be less fight oriented and more between the two males, and yes i love similar storylines but this was just not it. The actors were good, as seen in thai and chinese bl's some side characters may be missing the 100/100 acting skills but it was good nonetheless.Was this review helpful to you?
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Action-filled BL, lame ending
If I were to write the series, I would definitely want to see them turn against each other. The ending is such a cliff-hanger, yes, however, it is unnecessary. Peace and Sun should not end up together, especially that Sun still has a fixation with Kong. I know, that in the ending, Sun did go to Kong's, saying that he already let go of the guilt and such, but it wasn't really portrayed in the story. It still seems that he saw Peace as a replacement for Kong's absence. LOL. Then the twist at the last part that Kong is still alive, Sun was stunned, Peace is nowehere in that scene, WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN. I say, RUN PEACE.Nevertheless, the series is great. Has a lot of potential, and actually is really admirable. Acting was so good as well as the cinematography.
If you are looking for action-packed BL series, this might be for you.
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Am I the only one
I hated this series. I forced myself to watch up to ep. 8, but saw no value (to me) in this series. Every episode seemed to be mostly filled with gang fights and that was about it. I don’t appreciate the drug lord storyline, I don’t enjoy all the fighting, and there was no BL in the episodes I watched (that I can recall).On the other hand, I really LOVED Weak Hero Class 1, which had bullying, fighting, and NO BL elements. There is a big difference in the well-written, tight story, the comraderie, the acting, and the emotions, tied together, in WHC1 as opposed to whatever was happening in Bangkok Boy.
It doesn’t mean much that there’s going to be a Bangkok Boy 2, because they also made a Tide of Love 2!
I was NOT impressed.
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Raw, Rushed and Rare BL
This is not a typical BL. The focus is not on the romance, but on the drama. The romance seems to have been written in after the fact. Not that it was bad, the chemistry between Sun and Peace is definitely there, but it could have been better. There was very little communication about stuff that really needed addressing (like when one beat the other to as pulp). We all understand why things happened how they did, but it needs to be said out loud sometimes. As BL watchers we are used to seeing tropes. I think we got the worst one in this drama, the accidental fall-and-kiss, and that was it. no other typical BL tropes. That's refreshing, of course, but also left me wanting. There is one NC scene, which is really more NC-scenes rolled into one. I would have preferred all that being evenly distributed instead of in one episode.The crime story takes the lead in this drama. And it's a good one. many plot twists that we never see coming. The villains are well written, with just enough added depth. I'm still confused on what a lobbyist is, however. And what the hell was that last scene? This absolute baffling cliffhanger begs for a S2. Let's see if we get it so we can get a well rounded story.
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