Great Murder Mystery But Dumb Love Story
Visually, this series certainly has its selling points. And it sure starts out with a fascinating and dynamic introduction. Certainly, one cannot argue with the dynamics of the storyline; they are intriguing and entertaining. Oh, by the way, there is also a love story, actually two, thrown in as a ruse to throw you off guard from the gruesomeness. I simply do not consider the focus primarily a BL, however. This is a very involved murder-mystery involving occult, supernatural spiritualism, ancient sorcery and utterly inept police work in order to stretch the story out to 13 episodes. So much of this story was so contrived that after a while, I was getting rather bored with the incompetence of the police and the dumbness of the leadership from the police echelon. In today’s world, it would be understandably hard to accept the abilities and trust the reliance of spiritualists who claim to see ‘ghosts’ as the basis for solving crimes. While I am not questioning such practices or beliefs, this story frankly carried it to an extreme, bordering on all kinds of creatures, both human and spirits, acting completely irrational. That I had a hard time wrapping my head around as a person who tries to see the world through some sort of logical lens in a world right now that is not showing much signs of being very logical. I wish these series would start to grow-up and present straightforward relationship developments without all the fluff and side-shows for a change. I do not want to have to dig to find the BL.Was this review helpful to you?
Had high hopes but...
Goddess Bless You from Death should have been my favourite show this year. It had everything that I love. An MC that can see ghosts and is tortured by it, a murder mystery, police getting involved, a love interest that doesn't believe in ghosts but is still overprotective of our MC. I adore these things and I was ecstatic that we got a BL with an interesting plot. But I was disappointed by the end.Why? I had two major issues. One, was that the plot went downhill fast. At first, it was very intriguing but by episode 6 it started getting boring and honestly didn’t make sense.
The other thing was the acting. Pooh’s performance was such a disappointment. I honestly hoped he had improved since pit babe but nope, still the same. Thup’s character was so interesting, but Pooh didn’t manage to do him justice. You could really see that when Thup was getting attacked. You just couldn’t really see him being genuinely scared. On the other hand, Pavel and Topten were phenomenal.
On that note, I actually found the second couple more interesting that our main couple. I wish we could have seen more of them.
Overall, I was disappointed by the show but it was still somewhat enjoyable.
PS. The special effects and make up were some of the best I have seen in a series of this genre.
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Uninteresting police work that got dumber in the final arc
This mystery BL drama is centred around a duo of investigators : Thup (played by Pooh), a citizen who shares deep knowledge on paranormal local folklore and detective Singha, a non believer in the occult powers.The duo is working well and the actors have stepped up a bit their acting games since their last series. However, if their overall acting felt better, their chemistry in this drama felt less good to me. I honestly felt the romance was not organic enough, often awkwardly set up in the midst of dark crimes...Instead of bringing light and happy parenthesis, it made them often looks like not focus enough on the criminal case.
I had real trouble to feel invested in the story as it features a lot of quite mid and uninteresting police work which got dumber as the story progressed, cumulating into pure idiocy by the end. The investigation felt very draggy : it was impossible for me to get invested into the resolution of the mystery. Even worse, I never could get onboard with the secondary romance. Their minimal backstory made it impossible to root for them. I also think actors playing those roles have a much more limited / interesting range of acting.
The production value was super good with very well made horror and visual effects, making it even more annoying to witness the illogical reactions of the characters that makes no sense. In addition to the ghosts being quite frightening, the dark magic was gritty and believable, and there were a couple of very effective jump scares. The OST was alright overall as well (while maybe a tad overused with its violin theme)...It is therefore very frustrating to see how the writing brought the level of the series down.
I would not recommend this to people. Despite the core idea of the story and the reasoning behind the crime being gruesome and interesting, the writing was quite weak with some very frustrating and poor police work, showcasing characters repetitively making very dumb choices ad nauseam. The romances were also a mixed bag with average chemistry and a useless secondary couple. Pacing was also a weak point : the series would likely have benefited from a tighter 8-10 episodes format.
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everything about Singsalatai has been great!
"Singsalatai” has completely exceeded my expectations!From the very first episode, it’s clear this isn’t just another series... it’s an experience! Every scene pulls you in... from the atmosphere to the emotions and you can feel how much heart went into it...
Pooh is incredible here. You can see his growth so vividly! the way he carries emotion through his eyes, his restraint, and how naturally he becomes the character. He’s no longer just acting! he’s embodying! It’s raw, believable, and deeply moving.
And then there’s PAVEL! Honestly, this role fits him like a second skin. He balances strength and vulnerability so beautifully. The emotional depth he brings out in his scenes, especially beside Pooh, makes their chemistry undeniable!
The push-and-pull between them feels real, intense and yet tender, and every shared look says more than words could....
Together, PoohPavel prove again why they’re such a powerful duo! their synergy isn’t just chemistry, it’s trust and understanding that elevate every moment they share onscreen.
The directing, cinematography, and sound all deserve praise too! everything feels so intentional, every detail crafted to draw you deeper into their world.
“Singsalatai” is haunting, emotional, and beautifully done. It’s a story that lingers... and both Pooh and Pavel delivered performances that I’ll be thinking about for a long time!
"It’s just the first episode and I am already like this but I trust they will pull it off till the end!"
for the first time in my life... i am rating a show
and that's just shows how intrigued and satisfied I am!
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Brave attempt to create a romantic horror BL drama that failed
I’m going to preface my review with the warning for people who are simply fans of PoohPavel because they look cute together on screen and off screen.I don’t watch dramas just to have something in the background while I’m doing something else. I watch fully engrossed in every detail because I also write and I’m always looking for fresh ideas or interesting delivery methods. And of course, I also watch to get away from real life. The drama has to be entertaining for me to like it. And I consider it entertaining if I have to go to sleep or do some adulting, and instead I keep on watching TV.
Sadly, Goddess Bless You From Death did not deliver. Perhaps I set my expectations way too high after seeing a trailer and then seeing the ratings.
I honestly only saw this duo in PitBabe when it came out, and I never watched the second season because I remember not being overly into it. I saw too many really good BL dramas to remember their acting in PB.
Let’s start from the beginning.
The drama had an interesting and promising premise and I was waiting for things to happen, but everything was just unveiling very slow and there wasn’t anything particular engaging happening on screen.
The bones were there, but the execution and the writing wasn’t very good. I think writing, specifically character interaction and dialogues were poor and sometimes cringey.
The supernatural concept was quite interesting but again all logic was just ignored in most on screen scenarios.
Let’s move on to the romance part.
Again, considering the premise given to us, so much could have been done with Thup and Singha’s a relationship development. Instead, we just have Thup insert himself into Singha’s house and do a couple of chores and that basically turns them into a couple. Angst and real conflict were lacking. Considering we had a policeman and a witness/a person of interest crossing the line, there was so much potential for more. It just felt like a very lazy writing. As if someone said ‘OK, we have a lot of supernatural and freaky stuff, so we don’t really need to make romance interesting.’
There were only two interesting moments between the lead couple, counting the first meeting and the first kiss.
As far as chemistry goes, Pooh and Pavel actually do pretty well. Despite some very abhorrent acting for the most portion of the drama, the intimate scenes seem very natural, which I appreciate. I’ve seen some dramas with amazing acting, but when it came to intimate scenes, acting was immediately downgraded. Also, if you’re going into this show because you have seen this duo in PitBabe, do not expect the same kind of steam. This show is rated 13+ which kind of baffled me a little bit when I started watching, but once we got to the intimate moments, I realized why it was rated like this. The chemistry is there, but this is not the show that concentrates too much on physical relationship between the characters. Which can be a breath of fresh air, if you are looking for less steam and more plot.
Unfortunately, while the plot was not bad, I still found myself constantly taking breaks. At some point watching the drama felt like a chore. I wanted it to be over with so I could watch the next one. Mostly I kept on watching because the rating is extremely high and I wanted to see why. I still haven’t found the answer to this question after watching all 13 episodes.
Now let’s talk a little bit about the acting. As I’ve mentioned earlier, it’s been a while since I’ve seen PitBabe. But I feel almost as if Pooh’s acting has gotten worse. I saw some comments online where fans were defending him because he’s too young. I’m sorry but too young is not an excuse. If you want to be a professional actor, you need to work on your craft. And if you have 3 major dramas under your belt, you need to be somewhat capable. No one‘s asking for Oscar worthy acting chops, but I expect decent skill from someone with such a huge fandom and a drama rated above 8.5.
I think Pavel’s acting was fine. I didn’t find anything distracting. However, Pooh really needs to work on his facial expressions and micro expressions. In half of the situations where he is supposed to convey a specific feeling, he just smiles. At some point, it becomes distracting because that’s his reaction to pretty much anything. And you start wondering if he’s playing a character on spectrum.
And I’m not sure why no one is directing him because he does certain scenes where he needs to express anger or sadness really well. His kissing scenes are also fine, but some of the other reactions he just cannot pull off. I’m honestly hoping this is just poor directing because if the show they have announced just recently where he’ll play Grim Reaper is going to have the same expression on his face, I’m not going to watch anymore dramas from this duo.
I also want to note that I am not bashing the actors in any way. I think it’s admirable that they are pursuing their dreams and that they are not afraid to place themselves in such a niche sector of TV dramas.
However, my expectation is that if you are picked up for a leading role again, I want acting thats’s believable or passable at the very least. Regardless of my thoughts, I still respect the actors and I hope they do well, even if what I saw did not appeal to me. I’m not a spiteful person. If something is not up to my liking doesn’t mean that people should not be acting.
Finally, I want to comment on the subtitle translation. I think confusing pronouns ‘he’ and ‘she’ is nearly impossible. I first noticed the incorrect translation when Sey referred to Darin as she/her. I had to pause and rewind to make sure I wasn’t wrong because the first two episodes the pronounced were ‘he’. Then they were switched to ‘she’ at some point. I couldn’t recollect if it had been mentioned anywhere in the first couple of episode about Darin being trans. But then I started noticing that this was pretty much a common mistake throughout the entire show. Some of the police officers were referred as ‘he’ for eight episodes and then they would become a ‘she.’
It’s not a big deal. I figured this was just a mistake, but it was confusing, especially in light of this being LGBTQ+ show. Getting everyone’s pronouns and gender identity is important to me. It helps to understand the character better. And it’s just general respect.
Overall, Goddess Bless You From Death was indeed a valiant attempt to create a different kind of BL, but unfortunately, it just wasn’t interesting enough for me. The characters were not compelling enough. The writing, specifically dialogues, were not very well done. The romance was kind of subpar. And Pooh needs to work on his acting more.
The rating for the show is kinda inflated in my opinion. Some people may like it. Because apparently a lot already do judging by the reviews, but I have seen much better dramas with lower rating. I think the quality is not quite there.
One thing I really loved about this drama though is the music. There are two gorgeous tracks performed by Pooh and Pavel. I added them to my playlist.
I’m crossing my fingers their next drama is an improvement.
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Storyline had potential, wasted on bad script and acting
This is my first review so please forgive any mistakes. I have been watching BL for about 8 years now and I was so sad to see this series wasted. It had so much potential.The Good:
The beginning was good for the most part. It opened on the seven bodies tree murder, which was done very well. The realism of the bodies and the scariness and the horror were all there. The ghost makeup and acting was so good too. I had to close my eyes a few times throughout this show because it was that good. I liked the lore behind the killings (for the beginning at least), but at some point, it felt like they kept dragging it out.
The actor of Bom, the crazy killer son, did a wonderful job. His psychoticness, craziness, and his urge to kill were all acted out with great skill. HIs plot twist was one of the good surprises in this show. I never saw this twist coming and I was very surprised by how well he acted.
Now onto the Bad:
I’m sorry (not really), but Pooh cannot act, and for the life of me I can’t see their chemistry they used to have in Pitbabe 1. Whenever I see him on the screen and tries to act, it just cringes me out. He always has like this submissive soft voice thing going on and it just doesn’t hit right. He always plays a timid character who tries to act strong but really isn’t. This role felt similar to Charlie from Pitbabe, the damsel in distress, who can’t do anything without a protector. His acting comes off emotionless and flat. I do wish that Pavel had a better partner who can act alongside him (please don’t hate me). Pavel did get better after Pitbabe, but Pooh for some reason just got worse. I hate his character and how he portrayed him, but I do understand that part of it was the script.
If you watched this show or want to watch this show because of the police aspect, DO NOT, the police work in this show is horrendous. First off, when cops find someone, actually the only person at the crimes scene covered in blood, you should arrest them, not fall in love with them. I don’t like how the two main leads started their relationship, it was so unprofessional that I struggled to watch their romance. I wish this show focused more on the horror, police work, and the murders, but whenever something important happens: they catch the killer, find important info, they always have to kiss, hug, or be intimate in the wrong times, which leads to more problems. Also where are the handcuffs in this show???? Dozens of cops, no handcuffs for criminals in sight??? They don’t ask the basic questions, nor do they clarify what the characters are actually doing. Like when they first discovered the bodies, it was obvious it was a ritualistic killing so why didn’t they ask: What is the ritual? Why are seven bodies needed? Why are the eyes and mouth sown shut? How are the victims related? In what order were they killed? Why did that matter? Where were the bodies kept if they were each killed one day apart for a week? Like all of these questions would have gotten them to the killer if they just actually did the work. Like I get that they wanted some of these to be surprise factors later in the story, but they were such obvious questions anyone would be asking at first, not just dismissing everything.
I do not like how they introduced Pooh and Pavel’s character’s. I wished they made Pooh’s character become some sort of ghost hunter or something, then you could have them meet at the scene, both strong independent characters who both want the same thing, to catch the killer and solve the case, but each does it differently. Pooh’s character through his knowledge of folklore and the supernatural and Pavel’s character through police work, but nope, they did this weird unprofessional cop/witness/suspect thing.
The whole rivalry between King and Sing was stupid. Horribled explained and showed how unprofessionally both characters were. Foced more on hating each other and taking the other one down instead of solving the case. Like the second they got this case, they fought each other and King and his father just focused on planting evidence to close the case, with like zero investigation or time put into the case. Like WTF??? seriously, like I get the corrupt police aspect they tried to do, but it was entirely missed. It would have made more sense if the killer was King’s father who was trying to save himself and King from the curse and that is the reason why King’s father needed to plant evidence and close the case fast, but nope, they dropped the ball on that one too.
This series had the potential to be one of the best, but sadly, Change failed. The weak non-existent police work, Pooh’s ‘acting’, the unnecessary rivalry, and the bad execution of the story and ending. All the horror and extremely good makeup lost.
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Impressed with the Chemistry between leads!
its just the first episode and it's off to being one of my favourite show🤭The acting feels so natural! Pooh and Pavel completely owned their roles, i could see the depth and emotion to every scene. The side characters too! seems like everyone came with A game on!😂🤭
The plot pulled me in right from the start, as someone who gets bored easily, it was above average and i am planning to rewatch it before the second episode drops.
Kudos to the script writers too, i will give them an 8.5/10. unlike pitbabe2 the story has depth and i hope it continues with this pace!
The cinematography was also stunning and honestly the visuals are everything and the poohpavel dynamic feels so fresh!
meanwhile, what excites me most is watching these two slowly fall in love on screen.😅🤭🤭
if the story keeps this same pace and chemistry, we’re in for something truly special!!!
🤞🤞
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GUYS THIS IS THE BEST BL TO ME
I didn't actually know poohpavel at all and I didn't know there's Thailand BL cause it's my first time, I went to watch it because I saw the cover look horror and I thought it is gonna be a survival series but turns out it's BL, AND THE ACTORS ARE POOHPAVEL/PAVELPOOH! I love them sm and I didn't know they both are kinda famous too! it's my first time watching bl so I am so excited for next episode each Saturday for me, I LOVE THIS SO MUCH, YOU ALL SHOULD WATCH IT DON'T HESITATE! THIS SHOW INSPIRE ME TO WATCH MORE THAI BL, SUPER RECOMMEND.Was this review helpful to you?
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Scary but too restrained
I'll be honest, knowing that this show would be directed and written by the same professionals from Pit Babe, I wasn't at all confident about the result.But thankfully I was surprised because the result here is nothing short of spectacular.
The series is incredible and really manages to create that atmosphere of terror and tension, and the entire police investigation only makes the plot even more interesting and dynamic.
The makeup and special effects deserve a highlight here. As does the art direction and sound design, which are fantastic and manage to create a truly frightening atmosphere.
The acting is good, nothing spectacular, but it works very well within the premise. The characters, however, are somewhat shallow.
Thup is very contradictory. At times he knows everything about rituals, at other times he knows nothing. The series removing him as a suspect in the murders too quickly causes the character to lose a lot of development. He's there, but honestly, his story doesn't say anything.
Singha is competent as a police officer but all the trauma from his sister's death is something that comes and goes as the script deems convenient. And this only has a real impact at the end.
Sey and Darin are there but at no point do they convince as forensic scientists.
But what really bothers me, and where the series starts to lose me, is the lack of courage to kill its characters. Only extras die, and this makes the weight of the ghost's attacks lose impact.
There's no real tension at the end because you know they'll all survive. Detective Khem should have died in the attack in the file room. Darin should have died in the final sacrifice. King's father would also have been a great option.
And the series desperately needed these deaths to make the threat even more real. The final revelation of the killer, I must say, is quite anticlimactic.
Especially when, at the end, Thup casts a spell that frees the souls and everything ends. Couldn't he have done that sooner? It's such a weak resolution that it ruins everything the series had been building up to that point.
It's rushed, it's predictable, it's incoherent.
But that doesn't make the series bad, honestly. Coming from the director and writers it came from, the series was almost too successful. And it is, without a doubt, one of the best BL horror series.
Now, the romance... I felt more chemistry between Singha and King than between the main couple. Thup as a suspect and a shadowy character would have added the right spice to make the romance between them work within the series' premise.
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Like watching two separate shows
I actually really enjoyed this show overall, and I genuinely looked forward to it every Friday.But watching it felt like I was watching two completely different shows at the same time. One is a genuinely strong supernatural horror with ghosts, tension, blood, and a story that keeps you hooked. The other is a romance plotline that feels way weaker in comparison — and the gap between the two is hard to ignore.
The horror works - the pacing and the tension are there, and the story unfolds in a way that actually keeps you invested. The supporting characters were especially strong — well written, well acted, and they added a lot to the atmosphere.
The production value is also genuinely impressive. The staging, costuming, lighting, and post-production all look sharp and intentional. When the show leans into horror, it actually delivers.
The romance side? Not convincing.
Every time the show shifted into the romance, the writing felt less developed.
Singha is supposed to be in his mid-30s and gets teased about his age constantly, but then he’s played by a very young-looking 28 year old Pavel, and it just doesn’t land the way the script wants it to.
(On a personal note: there’s also a certain nasal, whiny, slightly juvenile character style that shows up in a lot of Thai romances, and I personally find it extremely grating. I won’t get into it too much, but it definitely affected how I experienced some scenes.)
Singha–Thupe's relationship made me uncomfortable in parts. Thupe isn’t just emotionally attached to Singha — he depends on him for shelter and protection (including protection from ghosts). That creates a really uneven dynamic that the show never properly acknowledges. So when it suddenly turns into love declarations, it didn’t feel romantic to me — it felt abrupt, and honestly unsettling.
Also, the sweetness of the romance moments felt really out of place inside a story built around death and fear. Instead of feeling like a contrast that adds warmth, it often felt like it belonged to a completely different show.
One a side note: this might be true sbout many thai productions, but in this case the product placement was particularly painful.
I understand that sponsorships are necessary, and I’m not against product placement in general.
But here it was so repetitive and so forced that it completely pulled me out of the story. Either pick products that can naturally fit into the plot, or write the plot in a way that makes the product feel believable in the scene.
Because I had to fast forward at one point — I was cringing by like the fifth time Thupe was putting a face mask on Singha while people were actively being slaughtered.
Some of the styling decisions were distracting because they were never explained.
Thupe having two-colored eyes was never addressed or served any purpose aside from looking cool, I guess? .
He’s supposed to be a homeless orphan, yet he shows up constantly with straightened highlighted hair and designer outfits. Sey’s red hair also felt really random: if he was supposed to be quirky or rebellious it never manifested in the acting or the writing.
And honestly, if they had gone for a grittier look overall, the gap between the horror plot and the romance plot wouldn’t have felt so massive. The styling made the two sides feel even more disconnected.
I still had a good time watching this. The horror storyline is strong, the supporting characters are great, and the show looks really good.
But the romance side felt rushed, tonally disconnected, and underwritten compared to everything else. If they’d written the romance with the same care they gave the horror plot, this could’ve been genuinely excellent instead of feeling so uneven.
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Worth watching for PoohPavel alone?
First of all, I’m a fan of PoohPavel ever since I saw them in Pit Babe. As Thup and Singha, they definitely have chemistry. We get several cute moments and a sweet ending, and there is character development—especially Singha, who starts out very rational and gradually becomes more open-minded toward spiritual matters because of Thup. Over the course of the drama, their relationship develops into a mature and trusting one.However, I wasn’t always satisfied with the plot. Especially in the middle part of the series, the crime aspect became so dominant that the romance felt almost negligible. I understand that this is a mystery series, but firstly, the balance between romance and investigation shifts unevenly throughout the show, and secondly, some of the police work felt unrealistic. For example, characters often go alone or only in pairs to investigate dangerous or suspicious places, which was sometimes frustrating to watch. I also agree with others that the ending felt rushed and not as captivating as I had hoped—for instance the final fight.
I don’t have much to say about the side couple. They did add something new to the series, and I wasn’t dissatisfied whenever they appeared, but I also didn’t actively look forward to their scenes. Overall, they felt like a pairing with cute and teasing moments, but nothing particularly memorable to me.
The character development of King—especially his relationship with his father—was mostly well done. However, towards the end it remains unclear how King and his father actually resolved their conflict, since their conversation happens off-screen and we only get a brief approving nod from his father. This was a bit frustrating, as it was one of the major subplots.
Regarding the ghosts, chanting, rituals, and overall atmosphere: this is definitely a well done horror series, but I agree with the 13+ age rating on MDL. It’s not overly scary, but rather tense. Additionally, I really liked the gripping OST.
Overall, the drama was enjoyable despite its flaws, but it wasn’t consistently captivating. Whether I would rewatch it, I’m not quite sure—maybe if I ever run out of unwatched mystery series that interest me. During its airing, I also started and finished another ghost-related story called "Khemjira", so I naturally had something similar to compare it to. In summary, my feelings about this series are mixed, making it hard to clearly recommend or not recommend it.
Nevertheless, I’m definitely looking forward to "The Grim Lover", the next series starring PoohPavel.
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Great mix of Horror, Crime, Mystery and Slow-burn Romance. Pavel is FABULOUS (and hot ?)
“Goddess Bless You from Death” really IS a horror drama. Don’t be fooled to think that this is a regular BL with Pavel and Pooh. If you get scared easily, it’s probably best to not watch it. I was hesitant, not mainly because I get scared, I just don’t want to get stressed. But, you know, Pavel is the main lead and he is FABULOUS here, in looks and in acting. He helps relieve some stress. LOLIf I ignore the fact that I have a minor obsession with Pavel, “Goddess Bless You from Death” is still a pretty good drama. Note: I am not a veteran of horror or crime, so if you are a hardcore fan, you might think differently.
I’ve seen enough Thai BLs to know that production quality varies. However, I have to say I was very impressed with the production quality, especially the horror element. The hair/makeup and the freakiness of the ghosts are done very well. Even the police officers and medical examiners appear professional and smart. This is not always true as I’ve nitpicked on useless police officers myself many times, and I am not even a hardcore fan. On the other hand, I am also pleasantly surprised to find everyone’s makeup is minimal, and thank goodness for the absence of fluorescent pink lipstick. Pavel looks gorgeous with a more natural skin tone. He’s a cop after all and shouldn’t be pale as a ghost. But the product placement does take me out of the show a few times. I really don’t need to see weird-looking face masks and beauty products in a serious horror mystery drama.
Balancing horror, crime, mystery and romance is not an easy feat. I do believe GBYFD did a pretty good job in that. The drama takes time to build up the backstory, show scenes of investigation, and a slow burn romance. I appreciate the drama SHOWS and not just tells me what happened.
Speaking of romance, don’t get your hopes high with Pitbabe-level of skinship and NC scenes. Do I miss them? Actually, not as much as I thought. The drama did a good job in developing this romance from the initial attraction, to getting to know each other and falling in love. The timing feels natural and the kisses feel romantic, sensual and a little shy. Let’s say I am quite in love with Pavel’s character. Singha is a cop and he’s not the fluffy, sweet talker. I enjoyed Singha’s shy personality in love, yet also being a good manly cop. This contrasts well with Pooh’s character, Thup. Thup is younger, but not naive and innocent. He is the one who pursues (once he realizes he can get jealous) and initiates skinship. The chemistry between Pavel and Pooh is evident.
Pavel is the shining star in this drama. Not only does he look tall, dark and handsome, his acting is fabulous. Pooh, on the other hand, is better than when I last saw him in PitBabe. However, there are a few times when Pooh’s eyes look a little blah when he’s looking into Pavel’s eyes. It’s missing some emotions, especially when I am comparing him to Pavel. The acting of the rest of the group is decent. Otto looks like a runaway model when he’s strutting/walking and standing. But his acting is not the best (not horrible but could be better). I found TopTen’s acting better than Michael. But the acting I like the least is probably the veteran who plays Inspector Sing’s dad.
If you are a fan of Pavel and Pooh and don’t mind horror, this is a great drama to watch. I am sure if you look closely, there are enough faults to pick on with the myth and crime aspects. But as a casual watcher, I had a pretty good job watching the drama. The pacing is not bad, the lead’s acting is good, and only with a few WTF plotholes moments that I question. If you are obsessed with Pavel like I am, definitely check this out! Giving this an extra 0.25 to a solid 8.5 because of my Pavel obsession. 🤣
Completed: 2/9/2026 Review #666 (wow...666 for a horror drama review!) 😈
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