Never let me go? wish I did
GMMTV did it again. They produced another mid BL. I am still surprised this was the same company that created Not me,Bad duddy and MSP. I guess it has more misses than hits. Anyways, I never have been more bored, have rolled my eyes so much that they went to the back of my head or dreaded to watch a series so much. I literally watched the last few episodes at 2x speed and that was still slow. At first, I liked it but then it keep going off track that the train now is in the bottom of the ocean. The plot holes in this series puts swiss cheese to shame. At first I could turn a blind eye in the first few episodes but then it keep getting worse and worse and especially when it came to the serious parts, it was not even taking itself seriously anymore. They couldn't work out the timing when to have a romantic, serious and sad moments. During a very serious moment they would have a romantic moment and what not, it completely ruined the vibe. Also the problems in this series were often solve so easily, or the problem wasn't needed or it was completely forgotten. Like for example and spoiler when Palm's dad gets captured and Nueng main reasons to go back was to free his dad but he completely forgets about him. Until Palm get driven to an edge and then he frees him which was very easy to do. or the fact that they didn't to run away for so long in the first place because Nueng could easily come back and be a boss and hire bodyguards which he did. The plot was basically not there. It was like the directors were writing a script out of their asses as the series was filming lmao. Now the acting, is pretty mid. Pond was kinda okay but Phuwin acting or how he deliver his dialog always make it seem like he was angry or trying to pick or fight. Both of them lack emotion I think what is I am trying to say. Need a lot of work. Now the music choice was just laughable. They played a country song and christmas songs during serious or romantic moments. I was just laughing my ass off. I couldn't take it seriously at all. This was really a disappointment. I was really looking forward to it but in the end I was just dying for it to finish.Was this review helpful to you?
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This is one of the best bl I have ever seen!
First of all, I really love how every character is flawed, no is really "perfect" here. Staring with nuengdiao, in my personal opinion at very first episodes he acted rude because , he was thinking that everyone thinks that he is a scaredy cat and a rich brat who can't do anything. But, in reality he wanted to blend in with the kids and with palm. Palm's character is a prime example of "can do anything for his lover" which is kinda cliche I gotta admit but, did palm's dad ever show any affection towards him? No, he didn't. He just wanted to make his dad proud. Uncle non is ever grateful towards the family of nuengdiao, that he even forgot about his son by bodyguarding nuengdiao. But, deep down he really cares about him as well.Palm's mom is also a flawed character. She didn't go all gaga over palm when he arrived. Which is the reality. Personally for me chopper is the best character. He is always misunderstood,his dad is an a**** ,chopper is also afraid of rejection just like nuengdiao and is always hurt. Nuengdiao acted selfish when he blamed chopper for his mom's attack and his dad's death, but for nuengdiao's perspective, he is all broken.I would also blame someone who knew about the killings of my parents, suppose. Ben on the other hand, needed time to accept himself. Another thing that is shown here that young teenage people as well as adults can also make mistakes. When we are young we make some bad decisions,Which is completely normal. Nuengdiao rushed for love because he thought no really loves him but he just doesn't know.
Acting:
Pond's acting was just solid 10/10. Phuwin's anger scenes could have been better but he also did an amazing job, so all the other cast members
Conclusion: you can watch this drama if you want some spice in your life. It is not a "typical rom-com" but a different topic which is very good cause inter-caste relationship is shown here which I thing is a great topic to make a show on and thanks GMMTV for those scenes😏
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#JusticeForChopper
What attracted me to the show was Pond because lets be honest he is hot. Unfortunately that is the only good thing about this series. The story is not realistic. Two 18 year olds running a big Mafia type of business? I think not?!Both leads need acting classes, they don't have the emotional range to do justice to this. Both characters have experienced devastating losses e.g loss of parents but they don't seem too bothered , in fact they jet off to an island for a week of romance while Nueng's mother in on death's door in hospital.
The side couple were not even given the opportunity to build anything. 11 episodes with one more to go and they are still nowhere to be seen? How did Ben go from crushing on Neung to being into Chopper? No development just vibes.
At this point l need them to free Chopper (Perth) or give him more money because he outacted every single one of these people. He is the only one who did his part in the group assignment.
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One of the best Thai BLs
I loved this drama so much, I finished it in two days. Despite what everyone says, i really liked the plot line, there was a clear story and development and it was never boring. I like how we get both sweet episodes when they are in highschool, and then more adult and deep episodes when they are on the island. What i loveeeed about this drama was the cinematography, it’s so calm and pretty especially during the island/beach episodes. These episodes on the island were amazing in general it really felt like an escape from reality, which is exactly what it was for PalmNeung.PondPhuwin did an amzing job in this drama, their acting was really good. Palm was so adorably sweet and protective with Neung. And they weren't afraid to kiss with some passion, in my opinion this drama actually has the best PondPhuwin kissing scenes. They also acted out the sad scenes so well (especially those, after what happens to Palms mom), i liked how this drama had alot of moments that impact you, Where you’re shocked, or have to cry.
Unlike many other Thai BLs, this one is not cringe or tries to be funny, but has a real story and makes you feel something. It is unlike PondPhwuins other dramas, in a good way, and they really showed a different side of them in this one.
Whoever says this drama is bad, maybe just doesn’t like BLs made with a lot of care, but rather fluffy rom coms.
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KP’s adorable son
I thought this series was very enjoyable. I had no major issues, except for the scenes between Ben and Nuengdiao – not because of shipping reasons, their entire (brief) romance just felt shady and forced, which was painful to watch.Pond and Phuwin have great chemistry together, and I appreciated how they portrayed the relationship between Palm and Nuengdiao as genuine, exploratory, and adorable. However, I was not a fan of their on-and-off break-ups; I felt they had one too many, which ultimately put me off by the end of the drama.
Perth and Chimon also did a fantastic job. I loved Chopper and was pleasantly surprised that he wasn't just another Vegas 2.0 (lol). I enjoyed how the relationship between Chopper and Ben developed, despite its issues and I wish we had seen more of them.
Overall, this series is definitely worth watching!
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Fast-paced story; good indie soundtrack
The action, developing romance, and some frustration with the boys’ decisions kept me engaged enough to binge this show in a weekend. What started out as a cute high school romance shifted quickly into a crime drama, and the two main characters had to grow up quickly to meet the challenges that they faced.the pros:
-The indie soundtrack really complimented the show—many of the songs’ lyrics perfectly matched whatever emotion or action was playing out onscreen.
-I also appreciated that there were *some* moments that blurred the lines of the traditional “top” and “bottom” tropes in Palm and Nuengdiao’s relationship. Of course Palm was Nueng’s protector, but director made sure that their characters weren’t *always* designated to stereotypes of “strong” and “weak.” There were also dancing scenes in which both Palm and Nueng took turns as being the lead. I’m not sure why that struck me so much…
-There were cute flashback scenes of PalmNueng’s love story throughout the show; flashbacks that filled in the gaps of what we hadn’t seen the first time around. I thought this was a great way to add lightness to the intense, heavy episodes toward the end of the series, while also reminding the viewer of the passage of time.
The con:
both Nueng and Palm were far too young and immature for the intense kind of love that they fell into. Both boys couldn’t see past themselves and their own weaknesses to work as a couple. For a show called Never Let Me Go, they left each other a lot…and always for selfish reasons. The constant seesawing between promises to stay together forever and then running away from one another when times got tough gave me whiplash.
overall this BL was definitely worth the watch, but I’ll also look forward to a PondPhuwin series with older and more emotionally mature characters
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not the best, not the worst
p’jojo does moody color lighting so well, i loved the red, blue, and purplethe plot moved along quickly enough and the pondphuwin chemistry was good enough that i could overlook the plot holes. it’s interesting enough to be worth the cognitive dissonance. i think the last episode was the best one, it brought the emotional impact (the scene with neung and chopper made me cry). i liked that we didn't get a happy fairytale ending so easily but we still go there!
sometimes the acting from pondphuwin was a bit weak, you can hardly compare the veteran actors and even perth with them
honestly not the worst BL but still worth a watch! it’s fun watching pondphuwin’s acting journey, having just finished We Are and currently watching Me and Thee as it airs
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I loved it
Forget all the negative comments, if ur planning to watch it, go for it… this series is truly good. I’m not sure what makes the other reviewers put this drama so down when it’s actually good but to each their own I guess …Pondphuwin were amazing, there were so many beautiful and cute scenes that I was not expecting but it was a happy surprise.. they’re gorgeous, beautiful ppl who are in love with each other, what can be more beautiful than that?? Also, I felt ppw connect in the most raw and loving way in this series… I loved them so much
Ofc there are plot holes and shortcomings in the show, like my biggest question was why are the richest ppl not hiring proper bodyguards for themselves when they knew they are in life threatening danger?
My Perth baby was beautiful, he was such a great character, I loved him but chimon, I’m sorry but his character was not it.. I wished he brought something to the table but he kind of didn’t.. he was just there
Anyways, a great watch, I enjoyed watching it
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The series is visually stunning, melancholic, and charged with a tension that permeates every frame. Pond and Phuwin’s chemistry has evolved to stratospheric levels; here, they don’t just act, they feel. Watching Palm become Nueng’s pillar of strength while his entire world crumbles is nothing short of wonderful. It is an ambitious project that successfully balances family drama with a high-stakes "bodyguard" romance.
The highlights: Phuwin’s performance as the lonely heir and Pond’s commanding physical presence as Palm. This is a tale of privilege, loneliness, and blind devotion. It’s not perfect, but it is deeply captivating.
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Never Let Me Go is not just a BL I watched, it is a BL that changed me
This series left a deep emotional imprint on me. It made me feel love, fear, longing, and vulnerability all at once, in a way that was impossible to ignore. The emotions didn’t stay on the screen; they followed me, settled in my chest, and stayed long after each episode ended.What makes this story so powerful is how intensely it captures the fear of losing someone you love. The tenderness feels fragile, almost painful, because it is never guaranteed. Watching it was overwhelming at times, but also unforgettable.
For me, this is a BL that shaped me, transformed me, and left feelings behind that I will never forget — and never want to forget.
It is not a light or easy watch, but it is deeply moving and honest in its emotional impact.
Never Let Me Go doesn’t simply tell a love story.
It leaves a mark, and once it does, it stays with you.
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RICH BOY MEETS BODYGUARD
Never Let Me Go, starring PondPhuwin, is an enemies-to-lovers series and I’m a sucker for that kind of story. I especially enjoyed the rich-meets-poor dynamic, which always adds an extra layer of tension and sweetness.It’s got a nice mix of action, drama, and romance basically all my favorite elements in one. And as expected, Pond and Phuwin’s chemistry is on point. Their relationship grows at a pretty natural pace, which I appreciated.
The only thing I didn’t love was the ending. It felt a bit unrealistic that they’d only get to see each other once a year. That part left me wanting more closure.
Overall though, I really enjoyed Never Let Me Go. It’s an emotional rollercoaster, but in the best way.
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I'm Ride or Die for PalmNueng
The pre-existing bad reviews delayed my watching of this series, and given my rating, I'm so sad I didn't watch NLMG earlier. Anyway, I digress. I hope my review can convince someone to watch this gem of a series.Right in the first episode, it sets the tone for the latter half of the show, and I don't understand those who feel that the gradual shift into more serious, deadly situations was sudden and random and didn't match the first half of the series. That sentiment is absolutely bonkers to me. The vibe and atmosphere from the start hinted at the future to come. The first few episodes show the calm before the storm, so to say, before the plot throws more drastic obstacles in the way of Nueng and Palm.
Saying NLMG is a "gangster" show is mischaracterizing and grossly misunderstanding the subgenre. Are there guns, shootings, and corrupt people playing dangerous games with the lives of the characters we care about? Yes.
Is NLMG in any way comparable to KinnPorsche except for the presence of those elements? NO.
Let's talk about Nueng and Palm. This series was my first encounter with both Pond and Phuwin, and they quickly took a spot high on my list of favorite BL actors. Their chemistry is amazing, and their romance is not just cute, but it has its hot moments as well. The build-up of their relationship over time is believable, and interesting, with both characters flawed and with their own prejudices, yet it becomes very clear how much they adore each other in the end.
I will acknowledge that some plot things that I clearly didn't mind might still bother some. There's some suspension of disbelief needed regarding the justice system and some things the characters don't do which you might have in their shoes. I was a little frustrated when a specific way of miscommunication between Nueng and Palm was used twice but with a different coat of paint, and yet, I still understood why it happened again. These things are worth the -0.5 off my rating.
I also want to quickly mention Ben and Chopper (Chimon and Perth) -- also my first encounter with these actors. While they are side characters, they are integral to both the plot and the main leads, and I absolutely adored their roles in the story. They are also flawed and make mistakes, just like Nueng and Palm, but they're understandable in every way and just made me love them more.
Side note; Another semi-important side character is Maggie. I heavily dislike her because I am an introvert, and she's undoubtedly very extroverted. She as a character with the personality she has might not bother you as much as she bothered me. I do think she handled dealing with Palm and Nueng pretty well, and she's a nice person too. Just not for me, hahaha.
Regardless, this show is very rewatchable to me and earned a spot among my favorite BLs without a doubt. Hope you'll give it a chance <3
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