K-Drama 
A breathe of fresh air.
As someone who went on hiatus and strayed away from watching BL series because of the disappointing and repetitive plots, this series was a game changer.I literally sat down, started watching this, and finished it in one go.
I love the harsh reality that the series portrayed, especially the call of action for "fans" to simply love their idols and their performance, but stay away from their personal lives.
I also love the maturity of the characters and not the typical dumb and dumber relationships. The way they communicated with each other was hands-down one of the best from the years that I've spent watching numerous series.
Really, no words can possibly describe the sheer beauty this series have.
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Thamepo, my new comfort drama (williamest, my new comfort ship)
I don't know if this is considered as a review, but i'm still sharing this here for everyone to read.Thamepo is the kind of series that lingers in your heart long after the credits roll, and my journey with it was unforgettable...from watching the mock trailer to looking out for every update on their Qs, waiting for the official trailer and its release date, watching the first episode and crying over it, all the way until the last episode. It’s a series that everyone should watch because it’s not just a story...it’s an experience. The emotions, the chemistry, the way every scene pulls you in, making you feel like you're right there with Thame and Po. From the subtle glances to the grand moments, every detail is crafted so well that it stays with you long after the episode ends.
A huge part of what makes Thamepo so special is William and Est’s phenomenal performances. These two didn’t just play their roles—they became their characters, making every emotion feel genuine and deeply affecting.
William’s portrayal of Thame is incredibly nuanced. He doesn’t just rely on dialogue but expresses so much through his eyes, his body language, and the smallest shifts in his tone. Every glance, every hesitation, and every unspoken emotion adds depth to his character, making you feel his struggles without the need for words. Whether it’s the way he subtly tenses when conflicted or the way his entire demeanor softens in certain moments, William makes Thame’s emotions palpable, drawing you in and making you believe in every part of his journey.
Est, on the other hand, delivers a quiet yet immensely powerful performance. He doesn’t need grand gestures to make an impact—his emotions seep through in the most delicate ways, making even the simplest moments feel heavy with meaning. His portrayal is so raw that you can’t help but feel every ounce of his character’s emotions right alongside him.
What makes their performances even more remarkable is their chemistry. It’s not just about looking good together on screen; it’s about how they communicate emotions without words, how their presence alone can change the entire atmosphere of a scene. William and Est don’t just act—they make you feel. And that’s what sets them apart.
Watching Thamepo unfold week by week was a journey filled with anticipation, heartbreak, joy, and everything in between. I held my breath during their secret meetings, smiled at their stolen moments, and cried when the weight of reality threatened to tear them apart. But through it all, their love remained undeniable.
This series is proof that some stories aren't just meant to be watched...they're meant to be felt. And Thamepo? It’s one that will stay with me for a long, long time.
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surprisingly good
I’ve been a big fan of LYKN, especially William, ever since they debuted as a boy group. They are so talented, and I was really curious to see how their acting performance would turn out.I went into this series a bit anxious because I was scared GMMTV would mess up the pacing towards the end like they usually do, but WilliamEst's chemistry completely saved me. Honestly, even though this is LYKN's first actual acting project, they all did so well. William’s talent combined with their lack of awkward, stiff movements made them so easy to root for, and their connection felt simple yet interesting.
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Too tame
I want to start this review by saying that I don't mean that 'there weren't enough NC scenes'. That's not what I mean with too tame before y'all come for me!!!Let me first start with the good things.
I loved the cast! I especially thought that Nut shined in this - I can't believe it's his first acting series! He really knew how to show all the nuance and roughness that was Jun.
In one episode you think he's just a heartless d*ck but then in the next you realise it was all a façade to hide how he really felt. And moreso than what was in the script, but the incredible editing (props to the editors!!!) and the acting choices made by Nut when he didn't have lines gave even more insight to Jun's character which I absolutely loved. I can't wait to see him act as Jimmy's little brother in 'my magic prophecy' EEEEEEEE!!!!
And the rest of LYNKN was there too I guess.
But imo they also underutilised sammy and drake LIKE CMONNN THOSE ARE SEASONED ACTORS!!!! I wish they'd gotten a bigger support role
I also adored the villains in this: well played miss Pemika, well played. I don't agree at all with the character but damn if she isn't that girlboss office siren? Hats off to you miss, she devoured that villain role.
The costume department was really good most of the times and really builds that idol image for all of MARS, although for Nano they leaned a bit too hard into the 'quirky main dancer maknae' aesthetic for me and less into who the character really was? For all the other characters it was great;
Thame - cool, popular boy clothes per his leader status but also his more down-to-earth nature
Dylan - streetstyle per his rap background
Jun - not that distinct but i remember him wearing a lot of beige pants and timeless clothes like soft sweaters and cardigans, which reflects his personality of prickly and thorny on the outside but soft within and also just fits with who he's trying to become (movie star and all).
Pepper - cleancut, well dressed - at times basic, but it fits his all rounder status; he's very palatable and easily fits in everywhere
Now let's get to the part where I thought it was too tame. The story.
It was alright, I mean Po is literally living that y/n life and I love that for him! That being said, there's a reason why wattpad self inserts are just that...they're not that good.
The story and pacing started out great for the first half:
We are told all the members have things they want to achieve (producing own songs, acting in a movie as the lead, pursuing a relationship, being more than just the dancer) but then as Thame and Po get together that all just doesn't get handled anymore and every conflict that made the characters and the world they live in interesting, just falls away.
Moreover, the conflict that is present just doesn't translate as well - the stakes the audience is given just do not feel relatable to me at all, and given the company that produces it, it just feels hypocritical and tonedeaf? @GMMTV you are aware that you are one of the main sources keeping this kind of culture alive in Thailand right? And I'm not saying that i don't participate in it or that it's immediately bad, but the point that they are then trying to make just doesn't land because we are still in this situation in real life without a real structural change!
And there's also no change in the thamepo world! Sure, MARS leaves their company and gets to perform together using their old name and everybody's back together living happily after...but for the other artists at the company nothing changes!
This story is trying to present itself as 'punk' exposing and dismantling the system, and portrays the protagonists as going against the system and changing it, but they don't! In the end, they get dumped, a new boygroup fills the void and will probably at some point have the same issues about creative control, romantic relationships, career paths etc. and nothing changes.
Now I get that this is just a romcom and not every series has to have a serious message and be life changing or pioneer lgbt activism, but with the tone they set in the first episodes and the seeds they sowed I expected them to really lean into it and have a fierce message to change things, but in the end they decided to play it safe which is so disappointing.
I am also aware about the double standard for queer media and that it is often held to a higher standard, but you know what's the worse thing about this whole thing?
It's the fact that the episodes after ep 7/8 completely bored me. I literally skipped through some of the domestic fluff and the crying scenes because it was boring. And normally I love domestic fluff, but for thamepo the fluffy scenes did not feel like a reward after the hardships of pining, it just felt like fanservice.
The crying did not feel like a release of emotions between the characters but it felt fake and I could feel very little sympathy for the characters.
I saw many people praising thamepo for having a mature storyline because of the lack of drama and so on but like...it is a drama series. And what's a drama series without the drama? I want to be entertained!
Besides, a storyline doesn't just become mature because of a lack of drama, it should also discuss mature topics and the series also fell flat on that - but I'm going to blame this part on the lack of time.
I would've liked it if they dedicated a few scenes to show how Earn's treatment of Po would affect Po's relationship with Thame. We know that Earn wasn't physically abusive but it is presented that he was emotionally neglecting Po for a while, manipulating him into doing free work, and in general being toxic. That had to have an effect on Po's worldview! I mean we begin the series with the fact that Po is clearly still not healed from his break up with Earn (he has all the couple stuff, pictures and even EARN'S CLOTHES IN HIS DAMN CLOSET).
Maybe he would feel like he had to be perfect because otherwise thame would leave him just like Earn or that his view on love has become warped and that he sees it as a transactional thing. That people do nice things because they want something from you (this could also be an arc for thame). Or maybe how Earn's abandonment would affect Po's self-esteem and how he gets that back because of Thame - but we don't see that kind of growth.
No, they kiss and are basically married now.
That being said I do hope they get married, i wish thamepo all the best <3 they are a very cute couple
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WilliamEst electric Chemistry
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8y6HN79/I put this series on hold earlier this year, because despite it having some of the best yearning it is very slow paced and to long.
William and Est have magnetic chemistry and are both fantastic at heavy and emotional scenes. I wish that Est had more of a chance to be playful, because at times he did seem cold.
I enjoyed the front half storyline way more the second half. The members of Mars all did a fantastic job and would have loved more perspectives from them.
The overall story is very unrealistic and did take me out of the fantasy multiple times.
For a GMMTV show the production did feel good and like they put money into. I'm glad I finished it and look forward to WilliamEst future performances.
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If you haven't watched this series yet, you're missing one of the best BL series of 2025.
I didn't expect this series to be that good. The storyline is different from other Thai BL series and the casts are really good at acting. The cinematography of the series also plays a vital role and sometimes I feel like watching a k-drama. The chemistry between two main leads is just undeniable. Plus, the OSTs are so good.So, if you haven't watched this series yet, just give it a try. I'm sure you won't be regret.
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GENUINELY ONE OF GMMTV'S BEST
Ok the only reason I didn't give this as 10 is because I wasn't obsessed with WilliamEst the way that I went feral over JimmySea or GeminiFourth. Like. They're a really good pairing, but I think there's room for growth and I highly anticipate another one of their shows that could be coming out in the future. It's good, but I only give 10's to shows that really change my brain chemistry.The main selling point of this show, I would say, is the friendship between the MARS members-- the initial 1-7 episodes have a really good momentum that really make you invested in making sure that this group of individuals stay together and have a very fulfilling career! Thame and Po are really really cute, and they have the textbook greenflag romance. I really didn' t expect Thame to have such a sweet and mellow speaking voice, and it made all the romantic scenes with him and Po so much more exciting. Basta they're very sweet! But I really think they should have had a OT3 with Jun! Like goddamn, Po and Jun had a lot of good chaotic chemistry together, and Jun and Thame had this really nice unspoken care for one another-- too bad Thame is too much of a jealous bitch to have my vision be realized LMAO. I just think it would have been way more interesting as OT3, I have no idea where fans are pulling the Jun/Dylan pairing from at all!
Ok so maybe that is why I only gave it a nine. Sigh. If only they were OT3. Overall, this was a drama that tackled the issues it presented seriously, and with a lot of heart. The characters are the soul of the show, and I fell in love with every single one. DEFINITELY A CLASSIC.
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Thame, Po And Jun
I feel like this series revolves around only three people—Thame, Po, and Jun. Po is a heartbroken person, while Thame is the new lover who falls for Po while working together. Jun also gets attracted to Po. The story just focuses on their anger and love for each other, while the rest of the plot isn't that good. To make matters worse, it strays off track at times, which ruins the mood and makes it not worth watching.Was this review helpful to you?
Cutiee love story and reality check
Hehe, it was quite the typical love story but it was kind aunique for me. Maybe because the set-up is like a Korean vibe? I also love my WilliamEst, tbh, it is the very first WilliamEst series I've ever watched.It also show how idols experienced outside of their work and there are a lot of moral lessons here.
1. Always seoarate your work from your personal life.
2. Fans will be fans, they must not go beyond it becaus eit can hurt anyone.
3. Words are hurtful.
4. Anyone can threathen you especially when you are involved in a relationship.
5. There will always be one person who will support you no matter what.
There is a lot to write but I'm kinda tired :((
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A beautiful Slow Burn
I went into this with zero expectations. Honestly, I don't even know how I ended up seeing this show. I didn't know who William or Est were; I just decided to give the show a chance because of a TikTok recommendation, and I am happy that I did. I have seen many people saying they dropped the show because it was "too slow" for them, but being a KDrama girlie, that was not a problem for me at all. I actually loved the pace, seeing Po helping Thame get the group back and falling in love, despite what he went through with his ex. Watching Thame fall in love and allowing himself to want something just for him. Seeing the character development. I also loved how there was no miscommunication; everything was resolved within the same episode.. I also loved the topics the series covered: the conversation of fans' expectations from Idols and how much pressure the Idols are put under to maintain a perfect persona, as well as the business side of being an Idol and the treatment of Idol groups by their management companies. This series was very well-written; at no point did I feel like the series was dragging or that there were unnecessary filler scenes. The plot, storyline, dialogue, and cinematography were just perfect. And I have to say, the acting was very good, given that this was William's first acting role and Est's first Lead role. I truly enjoyed this series.Was this review helpful to you?
WilliamEst carry it — and I'd watch them in anything
I'll start where my attention kept going: WilliamEst. Not just in the series, but in everything around it — live shows, behind the scenes moments, the way they exist together on and off camera. There's a young-love energy between them that I don't think you can manufacture, and whether that's fanservice or something more genuine doesn't really change how it reads. It's there, and it's sweet.The backstory also adds something for me personally. Est is a professional swimmer, William is an idol in Thai pop group Lyken — and somehow they end up as the leads in a BL series together. I find that kind of accidental pairing genuinely charming.
I believe them as a couple and I'd go back for them without hesitation. Where the series itself loses me a little is in how it handles the dynamic between the characters. Po has relationship experience — with a man — while Thame has none, yet Thame is consistently the one driving things forward. That imbalance felt slightly off to me, not wrong exactly, but like the series didn't fully explore what that gap between them could have offered. The overall tone also skews younger and more naive than I personally needed it to.
Still, WilliamEst make it worth it. And I'm genuinely excited to see what they do next together.
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Honestly all the OSTs are so good ofc it would be cuz it's comeing from LYKN
Their 1st time acting specially William and Nut did an amazing.
And when it comes to the story it's more of a comfort BL and it also shows that not having to much of NC scenes can also make the BL series great 🩷
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