My Stand-In

WHATS WRONG WITH YOU?!!

it started out pure. BUT ming is unforgivable in any universe. he was a violent, abusive, and obsessive-compulsive jerk. joe must have had stockholm syndrome, too, and he accepted this sick bastard every time. i can't believe you call this series great and the characters so sweet. they were toxic from start to finish; i never felt comfortable watching it. i don't care how much guilt ming feels or how much pain he's in, because he ruined the life of someone trying to survive on their own. this is completely unacceptable.

despite how shitty the story was, the production was excellent. it was impressive that they showed joe's new body every time and didn't make any mistakes in that regard.

this series is a show that fans hype, but terrible in terms of story and characters. i didn't even understand the chemistry between them because i was so focused on how dishonorable ming is. i was triggered every time they had sex, and most scenes felt like rape, even if joe consented.

the most heartbreaking scene of the entire series for me, and even a little bit, was when joe received a compliment from director pao. he really needed that.

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It’s compelling but

It is a compelling watch, mostly because of Joe’s actor - he does a good job of emoting and making you feel along with him. The plot is fine, too, I can give credit where credit is due for the attempts to branch out from university student story lines and storylines that are built entirely on miscommunication but…

I hate Ming.

No shade to his actor, because he does a good job at playing him, but there’s really only one villain in the series and it is definitely Ming.

What keeps me coming back is the fact that it’s interesting to watch the dynamic between the two, but it is most certainly an imbalanced power dynamic that Ming regularly and remorselessly exploits. He treats people like they are objects to be bought and sold, and then he absolutely refuses to take accountability for any of his behavior. I’ve heard a lot that in the novel he has a redemption arc, but we’re nearly through the series now and I have not seen much remorse or accountability from him. To be fair, the plot hasn’t really exposed what his motives are, but there isn’t a whole lot the story line could do at this point to make me feel like he’s really “earned” that happy ending. And maybe it won’t end happily, I dunno, I just know that this I wouldn’t call this story romantic.

It’s interesting, sure, and I’ll probably finish it, but Ming makes it hard to have sympathy for the devil.

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A very toxic but beautiful story.

Let me start by saying I really enjoyed this series It hit on a lot of moron ethic moments. However this series is extremely toxic at every form. From horrible fake relationship to practically selling himself for money. There was nothing clean about this series. The actors were amazing The chemistry was perfect The scenery was beautiful and the co-cast was great. I don't agree with the ending I feel like no one should have been together and that Joe should have moved on his own. There was nothing clean about any of the relationships on the show. The start of the series was touching but definitely not the ending I wanted or hope for I really wish that they stood away from each other because in the end the series kind of just repeated itself from the beginning to end between the relationship nothing really changed there was very minor league good parts at the end for the relationship overall they should have just never been together.

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Looking for posse

If you’re looking for a possessive, lovable red flag then you’re at the right place

Pros
- Chemistry between them was insanely great
- In reality this is definitely this is not a healthy relationship but as tv show I was obsessed with them
- Has my favorite possessive, red flag man
- the plot was great

Con
- what prevented me from giving it 10 stars was the end. I hate the ending they gave Tong. Given Ming’s personality it made no sense that his way of avenging Joe was just asking Tong to apologize. Like are we serious? Ming is practically a demon hence it make s no sense that he would let Tong go that easily

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Warning, long review ahead.

Some of what I liked:
Wut/Sol – They realized that new Joe and Ming would be together again and seemingly stepped back. Or, we just didn’t see them anymore. I choose to believe they decided to leave JoeMing alone to flourish or flounder because they’d done all the advising and helping they could, and you can’t make someone leave a relationship if they don’t want to…you can only support them from a distance and hope for the best. Liked that Sol realized he’s just like Joe, hopelessly in love and can’t get over someone. Good on Sol for going back to Korea to get away from the drama and hurt. Too hard to get over someone you see all the time.

Joe – It took his death for him to start feeling a little more confident in himself and seeing his worth. He didn’t exactly reach the pinnacle on that, but he’s making progress and that’s all any of us can really hope for. I can’t be upset because he fell in love, stayed in love, and forgave his ex. Who among us?! If no one was ever forgiven or got a second chance, where would the world be? I’d love to see him continue standing up for himself and voicing his needs…he never did get to “be the one behind” Ming.

Ming – He did fall in love with Joe, but he was also still obsessed with Tong. Yes, I liked that. Feelings don’t just vanish. Doesn’t matter what drew him to Tong initially, he developed genuine feelings for Tong over time due to the proximity of him dating Ming’s sister. He could never be mad at Tong because there was no reason to…Tong never sent out mixed signals or cheated with Ming, or even hinted that he liked men. Ming was the owner of a one-sided love, so he took out his frustration on Joe, and thus, himself. Did he have a reason to be mad at Joe, you ask. Yes. Joe wasn’t Tong, that was the reason. Ming finally got over that, but it was too late and too much damage had been done. Later, Ming was apologetic, he kept waiting for Joe, he didn’t date (or obsess over) anyone else (until he was drawn to old Joe in his fresh-from-a-coma body), he became famous (I love how easy it is to do that in this series! LOLOL!) so Joe would see him, and he started showing his love and making amends (once he knew old Joe was back).

The Story – There was a lot going on, in a good way! So much content packed into each episode that I felt like each one was a movie. The flashbacks lasted too long for my taste, though. And thank you for not giving me yet another school drama! I’m so over that.

The acting – All the primary players did a phenomenal job! Up has got some range and I’m happy to see him playing a different kind of character (than I’ve seen him play).

Some of what I didn’t like:
Ming – You hit that man over the head (Joe could’ve been concussed or sustained brain damage, but whatever) and kidnapped him. Those are crimes, for shit’s sake!! Joe is dead, so turning yourself into the police is pointless, but Ming could have done some community service on his own or something. I just didn’t see him taking responsibility for that.

Joe – I’m sooooo glad that they didn’t do some Walking Dead nonsense and have Joe survive that fall. I’m curious about the new Joe’s soul, though. Did new Joe choose to walk out the hospital door to escape his loop (he did commit suicide after the stuff with his mom and boyfriend) and that’s why there was a body available for old Joe? I kept dreading the moment when old Joe would be zapped outta that body and new Joe's soul would “wake up”. Did anyone else wonder about that? How could old Joe NOT worry about that?! Seems like, since we’re accepting the supernatural here, original recipe Joe would be trying to find that master guy and ask what happened to new Joe's soul and how much time he has. I also secretly wish new Joe became the one who didn’t want to have sex face-to-face. Hear me out. Old Joe knew the reason Ming always wanted Joe to turn around was because Ming was thinking about/visualizing Tong. So now that we’re done with Tong, new Joe should have had a moment of doubt because he doesn’t have the same face anymore. So, is Ming still thinking of someone else, even though that someone is technically him? This was kinda hinted at in a different way, but I think they should’ve explored it. How we look, and how we think we look, are parts of our identity. Does Joe think he looks better or worse than he did before? Does Ming think he looks better or worse? No good answer, right?! We’re all a little shallow. Season 2 issues, maybe?

Tong – He and his wife should be separated because he absolutely used her for her family’s money and connections. Not saying there wasn’t love there, but his actions warranted a separation and some form of estrangement from the family. At least for a while! You can’t just do all that and say all that and cost us this much money and then pop ‘round for Sunday dinner! Who does that?! More season 2 stuff?

Some stupid shit:
Joe – Dude got shot like 17 times in the back and strolled outta that hospital like it was nothing. Ok, he was shot 3 or 4 times, but that’s a huge deal!! Spine, lungs, ribs, he would not be ok for a minute! Shows/movies never do a good enough job (to me) of showing the passage of time unless they write it out on the screen. I don’t know how long new Joe was in the hospital, but when he got out, he should still be showing signs of pain/discomfort while walking, getting in and out of cars, having sex, etc. I’ve winced more from a paper cut than Joe did after being shot in the back 3 or 4 times...not to mention the guy had been in a 2-year coma just months before all this. And while we're on that, no way this guy can wake up from a coma that long and be strong/healthy enough to be a stuntman so soon. Unused muscles atrophy. Directors, pay attention to detail!!

Joe again - Of course Ming was setting you up after the funeral. You know good and goddamn well that boy ain’t finna burn all your stuff. That’s not even how obsession works. He will NEVER give away or destroy your things. Please send Ming to therapy in the next season! Couples counseling could be funny, and helpful of course.

Still Joe – So, we’ve established that it’s super easy to get famous, and you need money. The guy whose body you’re squatting in, yeah, he used to be a model. Why wouldn’t you pursue that instead of going back to your old job with no explanation for your martial arts and stuntman skills?!

Should I just rename this section “Joe”? – Joe had sex with Ming in Joe’s home (their home) before Ming was told that Joe had been found. Later when they went back, Joe was acting like he hadn’t been there in years. He also acted like they hadn’t just had sex days ago. Just stop. Say you regret it, but don’t act like it didn’t happen.

The brother we didn’t know about (finally something that’s not about Joe!) – Why was he always there when Ming went to see the master? I thought he lived there, before I knew who he was. Made no sense. He was just there so we would be surprised to learn that he was a sibling.

The master – Why?


I thoroughly enjoyed this show, and even the music. I laughed, cried, yelled, clapped. Second chances, undying (literally) love, and the lesson that love does not protect you from anything or anyone. Ppl who love you the most will hurt you the most. But, that’s where those handy-dandy second chances come into play. And second seasons. =P

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Didn't expect to love it this much

As many other reviewers said, characters are very flawed, this is not your fluffy BL, its toxic. But i really loved it. Plot is quite unique, at least i havent seen this plot point before. Actors are really good. Spoiler is that this show will make you cry because towards the end it get super sad. Although Ming wasn't a great guy i did feel sorry for him in the end and i cried a lot for him/ with him.
Joe took way too long to admit he's back (to ming, sol and wun) which was a bit frustrating because pretty much everyone realised it on their own and he still wouldnt admit it.

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need a good screenwrite

Looking forward to poom“s next BL work， next project, but I hope there will be more emphasis on the quality of the script when adapting the original work for the screen.A good woman screenwriter to adapt the original work next time Please，this is a BL drama！




I really feel that Poom's performance is both detailed and genuine, and his action scenes are also very impressive. His muscles look great too. I'm really looking forward to Poom's next BL drama. As for Up, I don't know if the rumors online about him having a secret long-term girlfriend are true or not. If is ture and he's still promoting the UpPoom pairing, I find that quite ridiculous. I've heard that Poom's former company has many talented actors who would match well with him. I'm excited for Poom's next Boys' Love series.

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Love Beyond Lives

“My Stand-In” is an emotional rollercoaster that blends romance, fantasy, and the theme of second chances. Joe and Ming’s bond is heart-wrenching from the start, built on love, misunderstandings, and fate’s cruel twist. When Joe dies and awakens in another man’s body, the story takes on a touching fantasy element that gives their relationship a new path to rediscovery.

The series shines in how it explores grief, longing, and identity. Ming’s struggle to accept Joe’s new form and Joe’s determination to reconnect create an atmosphere filled with tension, nostalgia, and deep emotional resonance. The chemistry between the leads makes every reunion scene unforgettable.

While the pacing sometimes feels slow, the heartfelt performances and moving storyline more than make up for it. If you love reincarnation or body-swap tropes with a strong romantic core, this drama will definitely stay with you long after it ends.

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A MASTERPIECE ✨✨✨

This series is really goood.
I rewatched it a couple of times now because I'm running out of stuff to watch this one is just reallly really gooood.

Like the Plot is just chef kiss 💋 I really like how the actors portrayed the emotions and each lines.

It's really coool I've never seen a series that I can rewatch so many times and not get bored. 🥰😍

Much loveeee hope to see more series like this. 😍😍

I like how talented thai actors are. Like how can you become a completely different person from a different series. I first saw P'Poom in lovely writer he was great in portraying Gene and now in this series he portrayed Ming I got back all the excitement I had before it was really awesome 🥰

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