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CALLING IT A MASTERPIECE WOULD BE AN UNDERSTATEMENT!!
how do i even start because this is truly a MASTERPIECE in every matter, the acting, the production, the direction, the writing, the screenplay, the music everything is so perfect. how can a show be this good?? DMD outdoes itself everytime, i have so much to express but i just don't know how to put it in words because it was that PERFECT..honestly if you are having second thoughts whether to start it or not or if you stopped watching after 2 episodes thinking it's slow or something, PLEASE DO CONTINUE IT BECAUSE IT IS THE BL OF 2026!! every episode is another level of perfection and they just raise the bar higher and higher every episode and the finale was so beautiful, it was everything i could ever ask for and also the way they explained everything was so good!!!
i always used to think nothing can top Khemjira for me because it was another level of masterpiece but now i am having second thoughts because i can't decide which is actually number 1 for me, episode 11 especially, left me speechless that what did i just witness?? the way it was shot and the way it was paced was another level of perfection.
ABOUT NETJJ, NEED I SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THEM?? they are so perfect for each other and their chemistry bleeds through the screen, not even a single dull moment, oh my goodness, the way i love them is unreal and the way i love this series is unreal, the way net acted as p'phop is perfection, the way net shows his yearning from his eyes is just too good and JJ was born to play klao/nakhun because nakhun is JJ in many waysss, i love how their story was paced and honestly i would expect nothing less from P'DEN, he is hands down THE BEST DIRECTOR for me, netjj has come to my top 3 bl pairs after this and as they should havee!!!
i love how they didn't ignore their second leads and gave them an actual good pacing and story throughout the series and i agree in some episodes their screentime was less but honestly it was for the good because they weren't that much related to the mystery and it was nicely paced till the endd!!
ALSO IF YOU ARE NOT WATCHING THIS BECAUSE YOU AREN'T A FAN OF PERIOD DRAMAS, TRUST ME IT'S DIFFERENT, it doesn't just focus on one thing, it's actually really well done and has majority of the scenes related to their story, NOT A SINGLE DULL MOMENT every scene has a purpose.
AND THE WEDDING IN THE LAST EPISODE WAS EVERYTHINGGGG, I WAS CRYINGGGG
coming to nc scenes, we know how beautifully dmd does nc scenes and they are so wholesome, all the nc in this series is so beautiful and doesn't look like that it's done just for the sake of doing it, like how do i put it, it feels so ethereal, their chemistry bleeds through the screen!!
i have yapped stuff randomly, but to conclude,
CALLING IT A MASTERPIECE IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT BECAUSE IT IS MORE THAN THAT!!
DMD HAS DONE IT AGAIN, THEY HAVE MADE ONE OF THE BEST BLS EVER... AND IT WILL BE DIFFICULT TO TOP THIS!!
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THE BEST SHOW IVE WATCHED IN A WHILE
Now hold my hand while you read this, I think the plot overall worked so well with Netjj as a couple. Especially since the original pilot was with James but I think Jj suited the role overall better.Although they adapted it from the novel and changed parts especially with holding Khlaos stuff when he died, I think they way they changed it made it prettier. The fact they still were intertwined and that they showed the confused effect on JJ’s character both times he changes time zones just helps illustrate the plot altogether!
ALSO IN THE LAST EPISODE I DONT KNOW WHAT KIM ATE BUT HE LOOKED STUNNING!!
The showcase of the Marriage Equity Law of 2025 was also illustrated amazingly and you can’t help but feel so happy and the representation of it was amazing!
100% would rewatch!!
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BEST ONE I'VE FINISHED THIS MONTH
THIS SERIES IS SAURRR GOODD like oh my I love the plot the characters and everything about it 😍🥰NetJJ are perfect for each other I hope to see more projects of them like this in the future. I want them to do more unique plots like these very good ☺️👍
We need more interesting series like this I did not regret watching this 😍🥰 I also like the second couple 🥳🎊
I have nothing more to say this series had been really good I will miss waiting everything dlsaturday of the week no more love upon a time 🥺😔😢💔
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A beautiful picture on time travel
I've really enjoyed this.It started not so heavy; it was balanced, aesthetically pleasing, and more active.
JJ's effortless acting made me want to binge-watch more episodes. I believe this time-travel Thai BL has satisfied me enough; throughout the finale, it has resolved and closed every loop and unveiled many mysteries. I don't see any plot holes, nor find the plot boring even in the slightest.
It took Nakun two full episodes to settle into the Ayutthaya Kingdom, and that was the most realistic. While some may find it over the top, I daresay it accurately depicts a 21-year-old travelling back in time from 2023(?) to 400 years ago.
Phop was the loveliest character whom I sheerly enjoyed from the very start to the end. Net has done a fantastic job capturing Phop's kindness, warmth, and nurturing nature, embodying such gentleness in the accent and action.
This lovely series has been made lively and enjoyable by the supporting characters Chuai, Sai, and Khong. I haven't seen a film with such a compelling storyline and outstanding actors in a very long time.
I was taken aback by Kim and Latte. They surprised me with their divine acting. It was my first time watching them on screen, and the way they depicted their strong, quivering roles enthralled me.
Kim's so pretty; I had thought I'd miss his beauty by the periodical manly attire; however, his role did stand out and speak.
(Is it just me who finds both Chan and Hyunjin in Latte? ><)
Even though I enjoy the show, I think JJ could do a better job acting in some of the more poignant (sad) and romantic scenes. Although I find some of his frames unsettling, he did a good job in his roles. I am looking forward to his upcoming projects. He made this series so much fun.
The marriage felt a little lacklustre, but it ended well, and I'm thrilled that my Phop has his beloved at last, hehe.
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Love Upon a Time should be the standard for the BL industry.
Net Siraphop, JJ Radchapon, Latte Thanutchon, Kim Pongsaton and all the other incredible actors and actresses that made Love Upon a Time come true, I wish I could give you the biggest hug and "thank you" ever. I don't exactly know what happened to DMD''s ever since they produced Your Sky but they've been hitting the jackpot over and over again.Love Upon a Time starts as a really light and even funny (for the first three episodes) series and then it starts with the "real" lore and Nakhun's realization that he is in Klao's body and has a duty to complete. I don't have enough words to describe how incredible JJ is for this role; his acting is phenomenal and we can notice the difference between Klao from the past and Nakhun pretending to be Klao, just because JJ is THAT good. Net is always delivering with his acting and I'll never get tired of appreciating him and all his effort to make LUAT come true. Jom/Thee and Kaew/Pun are also portrayed extremely well and I truly love their stories — but I still wish the series had focused a little bit more on them and their stories, like with CharnJet in Khemjira. All the other actors that gave life to amazing characters to the series, like Chuay, Sai, Kong, Pim, Cherd, Harn, Warna, Chai, Meng, Klao's dad and Phop's parents, you all deserve so much acknowledgment.
LUAT is everyting we needed and I hope it is remembered for being a true masterpiece for the bl industry. I can't wait to see NETTJJ and LATTEKIM in new projects and showing the potential they truly have.
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A Time‑Travel Romance That Completely Swept Me Away
As someone who doesn't like period BLs, I LOVED Love Upon a Time from start to finish. It has the perfect balance of comedy, angst, romance, and mystery that hit all my sweet spots. It also had the perfect amount of modernity/modern behaviors to keep me entertained. I genuinely had such a good time watching it.CHARACTERS:
Nakun, our MC, was my fav part of the show. His Gen‑Z-coded humor and chaotic energy was hilarious in the Ayutthaya era. What I loved the most about him was his character growth. You can see the shift in personality/behavior. It felt really satisfying.
Phop is the definition of a green flag ML. He’s so down bad and gentle, but his character does not solely exist for romance. He has his own identity, values, and emotional depth.
Jom is the reserved doctor who tends to feel a lot of things, but struggles to express it. His internal conflict adds weight that contrasts the main couple in the story.
Kaew is the sweetheart who wears his heart on his sleeve. He is soft and sweet, but he is no pushover. He will fight back and doesn’t let himself be used.
PLOT/WRITING
For me, one of LUAT’s biggest strengths is how well-rounded every character is. This isn’t one of those dramas where only the main couple gets depth. Every character has different motivations and flaws. You can understand why they behave the way they do, and that makes the story feel realistic even when the genre is fantasy.
The blend of different genres was handled pretty well. The emotional moments broke my heart, the comedy made me cackle, and the mystery made me intrigued. However, the only critique I would give here is that sometimes the unnecessary scenes (to the plot) got a bit too long and happened a bit often, which messed with the pacing of the story.
CHEMISTRY
NetJJ’s chemistry was fantastic. There was something so compelling about them that I couldn’t take my eyes off every single interaction of theirs. I can confidently say I’ve become a fan (fan as in I will be looking forward to all their future dramas and works) of them as a pairing. LatteKim also delivered so much chemistry, despite not having too much screentime.
ACTING/PERFORMANCE
Net’s acting, especially eye acting, was fabulous. The way he portrayed the yearning of his character was simply so beautiful to see. His acting was consistently good throughout the drama, but his emotional performances are my favorite.
JJ had a lot of standout moments as well. Comedy is clearly one of his biggest strengths. His portrayal of Nakhun’s chaotic nature was quite charming and funny. His anger-driven scenes and his performance as Klao were also excellent. I was genuinely able to believe that Klao and Nakhun were two different personalities. The only area he struggled at was scenes that required grief-driven sadness. Some scenes were decent, but the scenes that required crying felt inconsistent, and there were scenes where he seemed either emotionally drained or unsure of how to portray that level of grief. I do wish the director would have guided him more carefully, especially considering this is JJ’s first main lead/big role. Either way, I think he has a lot of potential to improve and grow as he gains more experience.
Latte and Kim delivered solid performances as well. Their performances complemented the main couple well. I would definitely say that the MVP of acting in this drama would be Net or the actor performing as Cherd. Cherd’s performance was just..🤌. Amazing, nothing short of amazing.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall, this was a very enjoyable drama. It knows exactly what it wants to be and embraces that. It has well-rounded characters, great chemistry, beautiful OSTs, and good performances. LUAT definitely one of the more enjoyable shows I’ve watched this year. I would definitely recommend giving it a try. However, this drama does have a lot of Thai-style humor and is very slow-burn. If you don’t enjoy either of those things, then this one might not be for you.
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Love Upon a Time stood out so much compared to the standard BL formula
Wow, where do I even start? For me, this was easily one of the best Thai BLs I’ve watched so far.It’s so refreshing to watch a historical series where the plot actually drives the show, rather than just using a thin storyline as an excuse to jump from one intimate scene to the next.
I honestly can't believe I watched an entire series without skipping a single scene, and that it had an actual plot! The producers clearly started with a solid storyline and built a genuine show around it, rather than just using the project as an excuse to have the actors engage in overly sexualized scenes.
The time-travel aspect felt grounded and well-paced instead of being all over the place, and the characters had real depth.
I have to say, Klao is officially one of the best "bottom" characters in Thai BL history.
Having a character who isn't just a passive, trope-heavy submissive, but rather a witty, capable person who stands up for himself, is a huge breath of fresh air
He threw punches when he needed to, never solely relied on the "top" to save the day, and had a vibrant personality that didn't just revolve around tired tropes. He was smart and grounded in his interactions, and I absolutely loved his dynamic with Prim and the other women around him.
Meanwhile, Phop easily joins the list of best Thai BL tops. He is the ultimate green flag (and the fact that Net is absolutely delightful to look at certainly didn't hurt). I got so emotional watching him fight for his love in an era where it wasn't accepted.
Even the second leads had a really wonderful plotline in their previous lives and weren't annoying in the slightest. As for the finale, it genuinely satisfied me. It was truly the best happy ending we could have gotten from a time-travel plot.
Overall, I am incredibly happy with this drama. While the acting could have been significantly better in certain scenes, especially from JJ, it was still highly enjoyable. The main leads had insane chemistry without it feeling overly explicit or borderline pornographic. Even the intimate scenes felt deeply tender rather than exploitative. I will definitely be keeping an eye on Net and JJ for future projects.
"To a love unbound by gender, standing resolute against the tides of time."
That was the perfect line to end the show. It left me so emotional, especially knowing how many real people throughout history never got to have their happy ending
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Great story
I liked the story a lot, it had a few good surprises. I also liked how they deducted the trap they had set, in so many dramas something happens and it never gets explained.I didn't like the comedy part of it, it was too overdone. That could have been the script, but it also just could have been JJ. In my opinion he is not fit for comedy, he is too exaggerated in acting when he does comedy.
The visuals and cinematography were great! And the music was beautiful.
The overall acting of the whole cast was great!
Net is one of Thailands best actors, his acting is so natural and he is so good in subtle facial expressions. And with his beautiful appearance he is a total package.
I was very impressed by Kim, his acting was amazing, and he is soo feminine and beautiful.
The only comments i have according the acting was the acting of JJ and Latte. When JJ does serious parts he is a great actor, but when he tries to be funny it's way too much and fake. Latte is good at acting, but his acting is sometimes a bit flat, he needs a bit more practice with subtle facial expressions.
Both couples had great chemistry, with amazing kisses and NC scenes.
I recommend watching this drama.
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You really have to stick through it !!
I admit, the first episode does feel like a bad trip, and it kinda continues at the beginning of the second one. You don't understand what's going on at first, but once you pass the first two episodes, the series really is a gem.The storyline is not so innovative, but it is well executed, making you hang on to find out what's going on. I have a bit of a complaint about the acting, but I'd say at some point you get used to it, because the actors work great together. I like the fact that those characters are not dumb, like it happens a lot in BLs.
I wish we'd seen more about Pun/Thee, like a bit of their life aftermath, but I understand it's adapted from a book that might not have any further info about them.
Anyway, the first episode can make you reluctant, but as someone who watched hundreds of boys love, it is really worth the watch !
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A BL that feels new and has a good ending!
The story line thankfully is different from every other BL i have watched. Each episode makes sense, it is not too fast or too slow, and always interesting. The actors are great, and the romance is slow in the first episodes but never boring. I do not usually watch bl's for the second time but if you do, this one would be a good choiceWas this review helpful to you?
Exactly why i love time travel stories
As someone who has always loved time-travel stories, this drama felt like it was made for me. I was completely invested in both timelines, not just the historical storyline but also everything happening in the present, which made the whole experience even more engaging. The way the two narratives connected kept me curious from start to finish, while the romance was full of longing, trust, and genuinely emotional moments. The chemistry between the leads was fantastic and made it impossible not to root for them, adding so much emotional weight to both the romantic and more dramatic scenes. What really sealed the deal for me, though, was the finale. After everything these characters went through, the ending felt satisfying, rewarding, and exactly what I wanted from this kind of story. Romantic, immersive, emotional, and incredibly entertaining from beginning to end.Was this review helpful to you?
Love Transcends Time
For a pairing that literally had barely anything to do in ' The Next Prince', I was blown away for how good they were in this! Genuinely I got emotional during parts of this because the acting was so solid, especially JJ's!I still really don't understand why so many disliked TNP and gave it such low ratings (probably way too high of expectations), but this show I loved just about on par! Maybe a little bit more, since the pacing didn't feel as slow as part of TNP did. Great acting, great sets and costumes, solid plot. Literally combine TNP with 'Reset' and its essentially this show in regards to the plot. I look forward to seeing Net & JJ in more shows to come! As well as Kim & Latte!
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