The Secret of Us

One of the BEST Thai GL Series

I was left in awe after finishing this series.
Definitely not a slow-burn series, considering it's only 8 episodes.
It's pretty fast-paced, the FIRST episode is the most important in a series and they did make the most out of it.

Both of the female lead's acting feels so relatable and natural, especially their crying scenes.
When they are at their most devastated, it was so heart wrenching...

Both Lada and Earn's actions in the series was understandable, not once did I feel that their actions were out of place. The way Lada treated Earn after Earn came back to find her, and Earn trying ways and means to see Lada, it was understandable. Audience would probably know what I meant after they watch this series. :')

Their attires in this series was stunning too, every time they change their attires, it was refreshing.

Finally, Ling and Orm's visuals are simply *chef's kiss* . Outstanding. Extremely pleasing to the eyes. Can't get enough of them.

I hope they would star in another GL series, with more episodes. 8 episodes are simply too short...

Lastly: You probably won't regret watching this. :)

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My fab series

This is the best gl I mean this is the best series I've ever watched. I really really appreciate the writer. Since the first ep I'm in love with this series . Doc.Falada is the romantic man who really takes a good care of her naughty girl.
It was funny when Lada was trying to knock out Earn from her life. Whatever Lada does only her love meets Earn. But I'm a little sad for Engfa she really did a lot for Earn. But It's good that she understood that Earn only belongs to Lada.
Their love, the chemistry, the care was very adorable. There was butterfly on my stomach whenever i saw those two loving each other.
I really love the story. Their acting deserve Oscar 😅 cuz they made the Series very much realistic. I really love the OST the background music. Tbh now I'm literally crying for the end. Hope we'll get more series of my fab couple,
LingOrm.❤️❤️

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Loved the first ep but just kept going downhill after that

Loved the first ep but the second half just ruined
it for me. The homophobic parent that disappeared for half the series then shows up to be the bad guy but changes in the end has been done to death. The sexual chemistry wasn’t there at all. The putting a side bl when there’s only 8 eps was dumb. I’m definitely not reading the novel again because the series did not live up to the novel at all. I will say the cinematography, costume design, hair and make up, osts were nice and the premise was intriguing it just didn’t stick the landing. The chemistry was good not great .

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chemistry so good i forgive their red flags

this show would be over a lot faster if they cleared the air with one (1) conversation, but i forgive it because it's such a banger. they're both kind of insane for a good chunk of this but it's sufficiently justified that it didn't lose me and oh my god the CHEMISTRY.

i see now that this was what love beyond dreams was trying to emulate. lingorm and mieaya have a similar dynamic: ling and mie's gazes alone are lethal (in both love and hate); earn (orm) and aran (aya) are both trying to win over an ex who's very actively pushing them away; lada (ling) and lené (mie) are both extremely harsh in their rejections. I'm pretty sure they even use the exact same set/location for the executive office.

the differences are significant though. where mie's performance is completely unhinged and way over the top, with insufficient narrative justification, ling's fury is mature and nuanced, with good reason from lada's perspective. it's a rage and hurt that bubbles beneath the surface. she's visibly fighting to keep her emotions from overwhelming her. when we see flashbacks to the abject state she was in during and after the break up (masterfully acted btw), it's apparent just how much she's holding back.

none of it would work if they weren't so cute (and hot) together ofc, but thankfully they really, really are. i'd say LenéAran are 70% heat, 30% sweet. that's flipped for LadaEarn, which is the right balance for this show. the love has got to be so strong even lada's manipulative, homophobic mother can't deny it (it is, she can't, i cried).

overall, the production values are pretty strong too, except for the lackluster OST and opening/closing credits (so far it seems only gmmtv can do this well) and the bizarre decision to use an aspect ratio change to bracket flashbacks. maybe it could have worked if they kept the widescreen aspect ratio throughout the entire flashback, but they clearly didn't want to do that because they shot all the scenes for 16:9. they also do a slow transition between the aspect ratios every time, which is distractingly languid and really misses the *flash* in flashback. weird, weird choices.

but before i end this review, i have to shout out the supporting characters: lada's friend group at the hospital are true ride or dies and i love their dynamics; earn's agent/hypewoman is an absolute delight and her beef with bow's agent is great; and lada's mother is a heinous nightmare (complimentary).

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I don't know - APink

Dare I say, A GOOD GL! This series is so good in sooo many ways. The plot of it is truly amazing, it didn't felt as rushed in anyway, firmly believed it is top 10 best gl's cuz wth. I LOVE LOVE LOVEEEE P'Susie, absolute legend; she's so hilarious and truly cares for Orm as one of her own. Both are green flags, idc, fight me. It isn't a gl without the evil (grand)parent(s), so it added more to the story towards the end, and of course I loved it all, it wasn't THAT cringe, but still watchable. Live Love Laugh LingOrm, this is such a good series and I could rewatch it forever. If I lose my memories, someone play this for me like it's THAT good. Also play NewJeans for me but don't tell me the drama cuz imma cry #newjeansneverdie #bunny

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Sweet Love, Evil Moms, and Heartbreak

I liked this one. The plot actually works and kept me invested throughout. It starts off on a sweet note with the leads falling in love quickly and naturally. Their chemistry is believable and engaging, and watching them come together felt sincere.

What helped a lot is that we got to see the relationship bloom before the drama hit. That order really made the heavier elements more tolerable later on.

Chemistry Rating: Steamy (bordering on Cute)
The chemistry was sweet and charming, with just enough heat to keep things interesting. It does feel like they’re holding back a bit, but not enough to hurt the emotional impact or cost points. What stood out most was Lada’s emotional vulnerability—you could really feel her hurt and her love. The way she looked at Earn said everything: like she still wanted her, but knew better. Subtle, but very effective.

Now, yes—this show brings in the classic evil mama character, and it's literally the same villainous actress from Affair. She’s kind of the best and the worst. You hate her, but she plays the part so well, it’s hard not to enjoy it. Her interference didn’t feel overly frustrating, likely because the show let the romance breathe first before bringing in the chaos.

Another common GL trope shows up here too—the evil adversary who suddenly changes her mind at the end and tries to mend what she helped destroy. It was a little on the nose, and while not the worst execution, it still felt too easy.

Also frustrating? The father just sitting back and letting it all happen. His complete passivity made him feel like a non-character. The story would’ve been more dynamic if he’d at least challenged the mother or stepped in at some point. His silence wasn’t neutral—it felt like cowardice.

It definitely leans melodramatic—there’s floor-screaming, big emotional swings, and all the expected tension. But it’s not overdone to the point of losing impact.

Also, shoutout to the side characters, especially Susi (Earn’s manager). I actually laughed out loud at her scenes. Usually the “funny friend group” dynamic feels forced or annoying (GAP, I’m looking at you), but here it worked and added charm without becoming a distraction.

I'd rewatch and likely will

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Is “The Secret of Us” the New Thai GL Classic?

As Thailand’s first-ever GL series produced by a national TV network, The Secret of Us is more than just a drama—it’s a quiet milestone.

Despite its compact 8-episode format, the story hits surprisingly deep emotional notes. Based on the novel “Jai Sorn Ruk / Heart-Hidden Love” by Meenarm, the series streamlines the original plot while retaining its romantic core. Some fans might feel it skipped a few novel details, but the powerful acting more than makes up for it.

What truly stands out is the chemistry between the two leads. From the heartbreaking hospital breakup to the fairytale wedding ending, their dynamic feels raw, real, and deeply moving. Episode 4’s drunken confession scene is a fan favorite for a reason—it’s intimate, vulnerable, and beautifully scored.

The finale delivers what many GL dramas shy away from: a joyful, unapologetic celebration of queer love. The kiss, the gowns, the vows—it all feels earned.

And the best part? The lead couple is returning in a new series, Only You, premiering in mid-2025. I wrote a full review with more scene breakdowns and adaptation notes here:
👉 https://lesbiansonscreen.com/gl-series/the-secret-of-us

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Chemistry is over the top!

This is really a good serie, I read some of you value the story weak, there's something off about it, but I wouldn't say weak, maybe like it lacks of something, like it could be more articulate, not more dramatic, but like more accurate in detail maybe.. but that said it's not like it's bad, it's a really good story and a really good serie, so god job!
The chemistry of the actresses is another story, it's almost unbearable! Really they are so good together that sometimes you close your eyes for cuteness!!! The chemistry between Orm and Lingling is really really something out understanding..
They are really good acting on their own, their crying moment are really touching, and the fighting was really good, I think my fav scene is when Lada gets mad and took it on the puzzle! Lingling was amazing! But I have to say that all the cast was good.
It's not easy for someone outside Asia to get used to their acting, I watch lots of kdrama, but at the beginning it was hard to get used to them, to their acting, to their comicity, it takes some time until you get used to their style, the same with Thai style.
I could say I would prefer more realistic scene about kissing, but I was lots of serie and lots of gl and I can see that it's kinda normal, so it's not like they kiss bad, on the contrary, they are so good together that their kissing scene are really good even if really "innocent" (sometimes exagetating with kissing it's not going to turn positive anyway). I can say that their "sexual" scene are really innocent but they serve anyway, because they really transmit everything. I think that the most amazing part of this serie is that LingOrm was really capable of let you feel everything, tha's why The Secret Of Us is my fav GL,and one of my fav serie in general.

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