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Wholesome fluff, top-tier chemistry, and the destiny trope done right.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the destiny trope Apple My Love gave us. Another unique GL trope in the bag.From Kris's horrendous self expression skills, the show dives into sweet, simple moments that do exactly what they’re supposed to: make you smile and feel warm.
Kris’s friends? Absolute gems. They’re supportive, adorable, and might just be the best friend group in any GL ever. And let’s give props to OrmFolk because they are straight-up masters of fluff. The sweet and flirty scenes were so good they carried the show, making the simple plot feel exciting and fun. Kris and Karn’s chemistry was top-tier in every soft moment. Even the love scenes were a pleasant surprise.
Kris’s character development was a slow burn, but it worked. You could see her putting in real effort to grow, not just for herself but for Karn too. And the guys in this show? Surprisingly great. Except for that one jerk (looking at you, Toy), the men were actually helpful and even funny, making the show even more entertaining. They represented healthy, supportive relationships which is refreshing.
At its core, this show isn’t about big, dramatic conflicts (except for the last episode). Instead, it’s about Kris and Karn facing hurdles in their relationship and helping each other grow, both as people and in their careers. The communication and understanding between them are what really stand out.
So, if you’re looking for a show with minimal drama, tons of fluff, cares about its side characters, and a genuinely healthy relationship, this is your go-to. It’s a feel-good, stress-free, easy watch that will leave you smiling.
The downside? Six episodes weren’t enough. Budget restrictions led to rushed pacing of the most interesting and lovable details in this series in the last two episodes. With more time, this could’ve been even better.
Trigger warnings: Hetero sex scenes.
2024 GL Ranking: https://kisskh.at/list/Ln8MOBO4
My Top 10 GLs of All Time: https://kisskh.at/list/4vGQqnb1
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OrmFolk
When I first started it I was very nervous on how it was gonna turn out but OrmFolk did justice to it and I’m proud to say that they are very good at acting 🎭. The story going from them not really knowing each other then their friendship developed and then it goes to a relationship, it’s such a cool story for people to relate too. I will forever love this Thai GL. Thank you OrmFolk for bringing Kris and Karn to life. Wish there was more episodes though 😭😭😭. But it ended so well.From: Apple
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Were they trying to set a record, perhaps?
Let’s address the elephant in the room: the utterly mind-boggling 10-minute-plus makeout scene. It must be seen to be believed. What went on in the production meeting that allowed this to happen? Who in their right mind thought this was a good idea? You keep expecting it to, y’know, escalate, in some way, since all signs indicate that they are supposed to be having sex, except they are forbidden by the channel from from removing any clothing (or doing anything beyond kissing and breathing heavily), so it just keeps going, and going, while the same song loops approximately seventy-five times. It’s like being trapped in lesbian purgatory. Did they not want to waste any footage? Was the editor on holiday? The whole episode is only 39 minutes long—it is literally ONE THIRD of the episode!! I could not stop laughing. Truly one of the scenes of all time.Anyway, Apple My Love is a cute little series. It is a Chao Planoy adaptation, so the plot is not exactly Shakespeare, and it’s fairly short, but it uses its limited time wisely (apart from that, uh, anomaly) and finds a comfortable groove as a sweet fluffy romcom. It’s less good the more serious it gets—the conflict between Kris and Karn at the end kind of sucks, and is way more dramatic than it needs to be. But when it’s focused on speedrunning every GL trope, Apple is lots of fun. It even manages to have good side characters (Kris’s friends <3), which many longer series fail to do, and squeezes in a little classic side couple angst along the way. Bonus points for having a theme song that feels like a hit of pure dopamine and nicely designed opening credits, which many big-budget series can’t claim (I’m looking at you, Pluto).
Orm and Folk deserve special mention for their chemistry as Kris and Karn. A show with so little substance really depends on the main couple and whether we want to see them flirt with each other or not. Thankfully they have the secret ingredient and are a delight to watch. Knowing the long journey they took to star in this series (both were attached to a previous GL project which got canceled), it makes me happy that when they took a chance on this smaller project their dedication paid off, and that they’ll be starring in another series together in the future. I only hope they’re never forced to simulate bizarre fully-clothed sex for fifteen minutes ever again.
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Abt the story, It's a very cute series. I loved every episode. The Top is so cold and stupid to close with karn. I really laughed alot at her. I mean, her behaviour was really soo cute and warming. Bedsides, I love when they were together. They're kinda bold and it was
embarrassing me alot, lol..
And honestly, I loved the friendship goal. They're so supportive to each other, they're hard workers and very loving. I felt a quit sad for jealousy 😅.
The OST was damn great. I loved the music alot lately. Besides, Their acting was awesome. But honestly I love them in real for more.
I can't expose I much I loved this series. I still feel soo warm whenever i remember this series. I already said I've rewatch it for a billion but still not enough. I loved " The secret of us, Apple, Ayaka is in love with hiroko. " I have watched million series but only them has taken my heart. I really loved this series. No matter what people say, I love this series. But It's a matter of regret that "Apple" is underrated. But to me It's my favorite.
I love this series. ❤️❤️
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An Easy Feel Good Experience
There's really only one criticism I have of this series and it's that the plot felt a little contrived, some of the drama little forced, and just overall kind of low effort. There's one or two super goofy twists I appreciated but saw coming.But y'know? It honestly doesn't matter that much because as far as I'm concerned this show is all about the characters and with the exceptions of a couple of slimy antagonists you're supposed to hate, I found each and every character uniquely loveable and memorable. The chemistry with the two leads is excellent and the relationship dynamic had me frequently squealing with giddy joy. Even side characters I expected to dislike, that could easily have been aggrivating in another series as those same archetypes, were loveable. So even though it never felt like much was going on to draw me into the unfolding plot and drama, I was always keen to see how the characters would act and react and interact - especially the playful interactions between the leads. Those two truly hit it out of the park.
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Why ONLY 6?
This show is incredible. Orm and Folk are so good- their chemistry is effortless and amazing and they just flow together. It’s pure joy to watch. I also like how undramatic and natural it is compared to other GLs. Only 2 episode in- I’m loving it. I just wish there more than 6. Good series that have so much potential should be longer!Was this review helpful to you?
En general...
This is the first GL I've seen and honestly, I really liked it! A very entertaining and beautiful story, I also love the chemistry between both actresses ❤️✨ Also a very nice Soundtrack ahhh 😭❤️✨ I loved it and I give it 10/10 🫶 A short series but with a story that I feel is well developed, very tender and cute, and always loving Khan's outfits ❤️🫶✨Este es el primer GL que veo y, sinceramente, ¡me gustó mucho! Una historia muy entretenida y hermosa, además me encanta la química entre ambas actrices ❤️✨ También un Soundtrack muy lindo ahhh 😭❤️✨ Me encantó y le doy 10/10 🫶 Una serie corta pero con una historia que siento bien desarrollada, muy tierna y linda, y siempre amando los outfits de Khan ❤️🫶✨
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Sweet
I loved everything about this sweet drama. Watching Folk cry so desperately was truly heartbreaking and showcased incredible emotional depth. Both lead actresses were wonderful, with great chemistry that made their bond feel genuine. I hope to see them work together again in the future. The entire cast was talented and brought charm and authenticity to their roles. The last episode was especially heartwarming; I’ve rewatched it many times and still find it moving every single time. It left a lasting impression and wrapped up the story beautifully. Great job to everyone involved in this touching production!Was this review helpful to you?
Hands down the best series ever made
Alright where do I start with this?Let's begin with the chemistry of the leads Ormsin and Folk.
I cannot begin to explain how good their chemistry is. I've watched a fair amount of GLs, but no one has been able to conquer my heart the way OrmFolk did. OrmFolk delivered the roles of Kris and Karn flawlessly.
The storyline
I giggled and I squealed so much during this show, and even after rewatching it countless of times, I still blush and smile uncontrollably. If you're looking for a soft and fluffy drama, this is the perfect choice for you.
I just love everything about this series, I loved it so much that OrmFolk became my all time favourite pairing :)
So I definitely recommend Apple My Love :D
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Apple: The Series – ¿La vi o la soñé?
Honestamente, no sé ni por dónde empezar esta reseña… pero no porque tenga demasiado que decir, sino porque —sorpresa— ¡no me acuerdo de la trama! La vi hace unos meses, me olvidé de escribir sobre ella en su momento… y ahora estoy acá, dudando si una de las protagonistas era ciega o eso lo soñé después de una maratón de doramas.Y mirá, ese dato ya habla por sí solo.
La historia es bastante olvidable, no voy a mentir. Pero también hay que decir que me entretuvo lo suficiente como para verla en dos noches, así que tan grave no fue. Tiene ese factor de “no sé qué está pasando pero no puedo dejar de mirar”, como cuando uno se queda viendo dramas de TikTok sin contexto.
Lo más rescatable, sin duda, es la química entre las protagonistas. Ellas se merecen un guión que les haga justicia. O por lo menos uno que no se borre de la memoria como archivo temporal de WhatsApp.
Conclusión: Apple: The Series no va a cambiar tu vida, ni mucho menos, pero si tenés un rato libre y ganas de ver algo ligero, no duele. Solo no le pidas mucho… ni intentes recordarla después de una semana.
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Doux, émouvant et passionné
Et c'est avec un drama sans prise de tête que commence cette review. Là où l'histoire aurait pu être larmoyante à en crever, elle ne l'était et a préservé les spectateurs. L'intrigue est bien trouvée et met bien en lumière le fait que malgré les droits qui sont accordés, il reste encore un certain nombre de personnes qui seront des haters jusqu'au bout.Pour ce qui est du cast et de l'acting, j'ai été soufflée par la complicité entre Ormsin (Kris) et Folk (Karn), ainsi que celle de Gun (Phut). Pour ce qui est du reste, ça suivi sans encombre pour nous donner ce résultat final. Je n'ai pas été particulièrement marquée par l'OST, ce qui est dommage, ça aurait apporté un peu plus de cachet à ce drama.
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