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Fun Concept, Executed Almost Perfectly
Look at that. Finally, a PondPhuwin series I actually enjoyed, specifically because of them and not any outside factors. More specifically, this is the best performance I've seen out of Pond in quite literally anything. Insane!Let's Dive In.
With a genuinely unique concept and a strong ensemble cast balancing humor, heartbreak, and chaos, I ended up really enjoying this dramatized tale of a love-struck billionaire falling for his company’s mundane photographer. As most GMMTV formulas go, the first half is the strongest. The final 3-4 episodes are draggy, with Pond’s character, the theatrical and wildly dramatic Thee, doing most of the heavy lifting when it comes to comedy. Outside of that, it settles into something fairly routine.
This role feels tailor-made for Pond. Historically, I haven’t been a fan of his acting or line delivery, but this is the series where it finally clicks. That’s both a good and bad thing. Unless they continue casting him in over-the-top, dramatic roles, this may very well be the peak of his acting career. It’s still not perfect, but it’s a massive improvement over We Are, and especially Fish Upon the Sky.
Phuwin, on the other hand, was surprisingly underwhelming for me. I don’t think this is Pond’s overacting overshadowing him so much as Phuwin struggling to fully deliver. There's scenes where he's suppose to be crying, but not even a tear slips. Unless he's rolling his eyes at Thee's antics, or teasing his sister, his acting in this doesn't really work for me (Phuwin took his shirt off and I almost had a seizure, when did he become so perfectly fit, the literal definition of sleeper build).
The series itself is fun, fast, and sharp, with an excellent script and a budget that’s used wisely. It perfectly delivers Thee’s exaggerated quirks and warped perception of love, shaped by the soap operas he grew up watching. I'm still not completely sold on their romance (I know, sue me), one side obviously feels a lot more intensified than the other, but it's not distracting or irritable enough to bother me. I also don't think this show is primarily about the romance between Thee and Peach, which might sound insane (once again). Without Pond’s performance and Thee’s possessive, overprotective version of love, the series simply wouldn’t work.
William and Est absolutely stole the show for me. Even with limited screen time, their dynamic as Mok and Rome was the most compelling romance in the series, even when it wasn’t explicitly romantic. I love yearning. I love forbidden feelings. And I loved them. Rome being a less magnified, emotionally transparent version of Thee was a great parallel, while Mok’s stubbornness paired with subtle care made their interactions incredibly satisfying. Est’s ability to look shy and conflicted at exactly the right moments deserves special praise. I'm not even a giant Williamest fan, but their characters as Mok and Rome worked exceedingly well, where I wanted to see more of them than the leads at one point. A spin-off would be so fun, though I’m not holding my breath.
Aran and Tawan were probably the biggest tank in this. Their conflict is introduced early but barely explored until the very end, at which point I no longer cared. Because this is GMMTV, they’re handed a tidy, happy ending to what should’ve been the most raw and realistic storyline in the show. Aran should have moved on. Tawan’s jealousy disguised as love doesn’t justify the chaos he caused. And yet, suddenly, all is forgiven. Sigh. Perth, when will they hand you a role where you're not playing the stoic snippy partner? That said, I’m still very excited for Love You Teacher, where we may get to experience his range in a a way we haven't seen yet.
Can someone point me to the contract in which it's written that AJ and JJ are only allow to play the comedic best friend, usual in part with being chronically alone? Who do I have to beg to to let the chains off of them? Seriously, both these dudes are stellar performers, but GMMTV typecast them so commonly that I almost feel disrespected. Unless the twins like these quaint little roles, then proceed, I guess...
I did have a lot of fun during the final episode, though not because of the wedding where Peach apparently thought a sweater was appropriate attire. I loved how the series leaned into its reception outside the narrative, with cameos from other actors and even the CEO, which added a fun meta layer. I will be nitpicky and say it’s odd that Emi didn’t make a cameo at the end.
Ratings:
Story: 8.5/10: The strongest aspect of the series. It’s fun, ridiculous, and fully aware of what it is.
Acting: 8/10 - Pond is the standout, with Est close behind. Bonnie and Santa were also delightful. Even the smaller roles worked. Phuwin didn’t quite resonate for me here.
Music: 6/10 - Didn’t register much. I skipped Thee’s singing at the end, but I did enjoy the random musical number mid-series.
Recommendation Value: 9/10 - Go for it. This is a fun series, you'll laugh a lot, and you get to see Phuwin shirtless (although not enough). This is an easy recommendation, especially for anyone getting into BL.
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A romcom that knows its limitations as well as its strengths
Exaggerated and loudly romantic, Me and Thee is a series that is fully aware of its own theatrical nature. At a time when Thai BL often swings between realism and heavy drama, this production chooses a different path by embracing laughter and emotional fantasy. The result is a romantic comedy that is unafraid of being sentimental, finding its identity in its own high-energy approach.The premise follows a classic dynamic where a wealthy heir with the flair of a soap opera lead falls for a down-to-earth photographer. Khun Thee lives as if he is constantly in a grand declaration of love, while Peach approaches life with logic and caution. When these two universes collide, the story gains its own shape, supported less by narrative originality and more by the specific, heightened way the story chooses to tell itself.
The series relies heavily on Pond Naravit, who delivers a confident performance by finding the balance between the ridiculous and the endearing. Thee is impulsive and often immature, yet he is written with a sincerity that makes his over-the-top personality work. Peach serves as the essential axis that keeps the narrative grounded, with Phuwin building a restrained and observant character. While the script doesn't always give Peach the same depth it offers Thee, their chemistry remains the driving force of the show.
From a narrative standpoint, the series moves between moments of sharp focus and mild dispersion. While the secondary characters are charismatic, not all are given enough room to fully develop, leaving some subplots feeling more like sketches than complete stories. The "mafia" element also works mostly as visual flavor rather than a true source of conflict, as the real obstacles are emotional rather than external. This keeps the tone light, though it does make some of the world-building feel a bit ornamental.
Technically, the show is polished, with cinematography that stands above the usual standard. However, the frequent reliance on exaggerated sound effects to guide the humor can occasionally feel unnecessary, as the performances are often strong enough to carry the scenes on their own. The final chapters also feel somewhat rushed, trying to resolve several threads in a limited amount of time.
Ultimately, Me and Thee does not aim to be deep or revolutionary; it wants to be a comforting escape. It is an uneven but sincere romantic comedy that knows its own limitations. While it may be excessive at times, it succeeds in being an easy, lighthearted watch that prioritizes affection and laughter over complex drama.
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Excellent comedic timing, cohesive storytelling, and clever cultural callbacks.
Me and Thee is dialogue-driven comedy, where the humor stems purely from what the characters say. And I LOVE character-driven comedy, where characters are unintentionally funny due to their personalities, not because of manufactured "gags."The first episode functions as an anti-romance, a parody of power, and a psychological character study, all wrapped in the aesthetic packaging of a prestige BL drama and a mafia-lakorn satire. It simultaneously lampoons traditional lakorn tropes (like melodrama, the possessive mafia lover, exaggerated speech, and opulent gestures) while building a genuinely vulnerable emotional core beneath all the spectacle.
The use of two distinct POVs—Peach’s quiet, grounded introspection versus Thee’s dramatic internal world (borrowed straight from the conventions of lakorns)—allows the episode to achieve a unique fusion of tones: comedy, dramatic tension, and genuine emotion.
Pond Naravit is so skilled at delivering those over-the-top, cringey lines. His performance as Khun Thee gives me the same feeling as Jun Matsumoto’s Domyouji Tsukasa. Both characters genuinely think their own exaggerated behavior and manner of speaking are normal. As a viewer, it’s like I’m watching them live their ordinary lives as their character. That's how you bring an iconic character to life.
It takes real skill to deliver highly dramatic lines that rely on formal language an actor wouldn't use in real life. The performer must make those lines sound effortless, as if they are simply speaking naturally, without any hint of overacting or falseness. And the real standout is how clearly articulated his Thai is, hitting every syllable perfectly.
Since Khun Thee learned Thai primarily by mimicking the language used in lakorns, his speech is naturally as flawless and eloquent as the TV actors—a detail Pond masterfully captures. While others often mumble or rush their words in modern Thai, Khun Thee speaks clearly and slowly, yet his face doesn’t look like he’s putting on a performance. I get chills every time he pronounces Peach's full name.
The way he delivers “Peachayarat” outside Peach's house is loaded with subtext. His exact tone, specific expression, and the ensuing silence communicate his internal struggle: “Why did being reprimanded sting? Why am I upset that he’s mad? Why do I care about his opinion? This is a completely new reaction for me.”
When it comes to Phuwin, the Moo Krata scene where Peach is eating the meat is likely the most striking example of his performance. With his eyes closed, it shows how deeply conflicted he is, a state beautifully conveyed by Phuwin’s subtle micro-expressions, even though the big dramatic scene that follows steals the focus. He enjoys the good food, but Thee’s show of opulence rubs him the wrong way because it goes against his values.
And P'X is a walking encyclopedia of references—he absolutely knows his stuff.
In creating Me and Thee, he pulled directly from the pop culture of his youth: everything from songs and movies to books and old lakorns. These influences were strategically woven into the series' structure. This, along with his strong directorial hand, clear vision, and the highly effective screenplay adaptation (credit VANGVELA), made Me and Thee an instant viral success based on its merit: it featured excellent comedic timing, cohesive storytelling, and clever cultural callbacks.
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A no-stakes comedy show doing its job
A very well produced series (especially for GMMTV standards), Me and Thee presents itself as an over the top, occasionally absurdist comedy without any meaningful plot points to explore, and overall it kinda gets the job done.The main premise of the whole show, being the mafia boss falling in love with the "normal" guy, is just occasionally tackled, and during the end of the show, blatantly forgotten in favour of a more classic "rich guy VS poor guy" dynamic: while during the first couple of episodes Peach is legitimately scared of Thee, after a while the fact that he is, indeed, part of a criminal family is completely dismissed, creating a very odd elephant-in-the-room situation that finds no resolution. The Arseni brothers being prohibited from having a partner is another plot point which gets shrugged off in the end, making you wonder why Rome and Mok never got together if the scary mafia dad was indeed so forgiving. The Tawan-Aran part is also very problematic as a whole, sending a honestly dangerous message ("everyone needs another chance, even if you are violent and dangerous", apparently).
In the end, the show had no meaningful conflicts at all, a lacking which, in my opinion, made the whole thing kinda boring after a while (also, the episodes are way too long for them having nothing meaningful happening).
Plot holes aside, this series asks you to constantly suspend your disbelief, which pairs well with the over the top comedy. The whole thing is brought to life by the acting, especially Pond's: even though I didn't particularly like Thee as a character (most of his "romantic" behaviours regarding Peach are honestly nightmarish for me, but that's a personal opinion), it's undeniable that Pond had on his shoulders this entire production; Phuwin was also good, but Peach is such a plain and occasionally boring character that he didn't really have any chance to shine.
Overall, Me and Thee is a good enough show: didn't love it, didn't hate it, and sometimes that's all you gonna get from a show.
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RomCom done right!
I rate this series a 10 simply because I super enjoyed it, and ultimately, that is what matters most when we watch a drama. However, beyond just my personal enjoyment, there are very real reasons why this show deserves its success. Many people dismiss romantic comedies as light or superficial, but this series is a masterclass in the genre.I know they changed some things from the novel, but these changes are exactly what allowed the show to feel so grounded and current. Sometimes, what works on the page needs to be adjusted to capture the right chemistry on screen. By focusing more on the simple, pure connection between Thee and Peach rather than sticking strictly to every detail of the book, the creators were able to highlight the emotional honesty of their relationship. These adjustments didn't take away from the story but they made the love feel more direct and the comedy feel more alive.
There is a common misconception that a plot must be complex or heavy to be "good." Personally, I do not mind a plot that some might call shallow if it is built on comedy and joy. Not every story needs to be a dark drama to have value. The energetic humor and lighthearted antics in the show provide a sense of levity that is often missing from more serious series. This style of storytelling allows the audience to relax and enjoy the journey without being weighed down by unnecessary gloom. It stays grounded by focusing on the fun, chaotic reality of two different worlds colliding.
Most importantly, the world needs more stories that celebrate simple love. We are often overwhelmed by dramas filled with heavy obstacles, traumatic backstories, and a thousand complex reasons why two people cannot be together. This show stands out because it focuses on a pure connection that does not need a complicated justification. It is a story about two people who simply find happiness in each other. This kind of effortless affection is beautiful, proving that LOVE DOES NOT ALWAYS HAVE TO BE A STRUGGLE TO BE MEANINGFUL.
Thank you Peach and Thee for your story!
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Perfect The(e) End!
I began watching PondPhuwin dramas last year, and every time I’ve watched one of their dramas, I ended up in tears. They have insane chemistry. This drama was no different. Pond really pulled off the simp role perfectly. I never thought I’d be writing a review for this, but the last episode was something I wish to never forget.THE SONG, THE PROPOSAL, THE WEDDING I was screaming through all of it! Marn and Mok being adopted by Kian was such a beautiful addition to the story. Mok being fired by Kian so he could finally live a normal life really brought tears to my eyes. He was my favorite character in this drama. He never abandoned Kian and always supported him no matter what.
I still can’t believe I just watched the last episode. My Saturdays might not be as fun anymore, but I’ll definitely be watching their edits nonstop after this.
To me, it really was the perfect The(e) End!
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Me and Thee EP1
It was so good....I've been waiting for the series since the pilot dropped last year and I'm so into it.. I love PondPhuwin but it's not just because of them that I am gonna watch this series. I love the story line, the plot, the music and above all the actor's role amd how they portray it so so well. I've read the novel before so I was not quite sure if the series will bring out the scene as good as the novel before but in reality the series is way better. It brings out the character's charm and more lively than the novel. I literally cried qhen I saw Phuwin in the first scene of the epi. For me it is and will be the best series...I enjoyed it so good. Hope everyone will enjoy the series too. 🫶🏻💞 and thank you and conngrats to the actors who played and nailed each roles and scenes 💝✨️Was this review helpful to you?
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A very messy storyline with major problems
First of all, this was my first show watching the leads (PondPhuwin) acting so I have no comparison to their previous work. I'm not familiar with them outside of acting either. I think many people liked this show because they liked the actors and well, you do you. Whatever makes you happy, I don't judge.But outside of that.... What was this show even about? How the hell did their relationship even start? Besides, pretty much all the relationships in this series are random Aran and Tawan were majorly underexposed so what they had going on was literally unexplained and redundant. Mok and Rome were also definitely there for the WilliamEst enjoyers. If Mok was raised by Thee and prepared to be his bodyguard while Rome was in a different country entirely..???? I guess Rome, okay, the whole family is a little messed up so maybe he had a crush on him from a distance (giving me slight Hua Yong vibes but much less psycho) but Mok? How did he get feelings for Rome? It seems illogical.
Peach and Plub had some potential but their chemistry was weird. They were too polite to each other for siblings lol.
THe whole "not allowed to love" theme was underwhelming too. Like what was that even about? Not only was it unrealistic but the resolving of it came down to Thee's father suddenly developing a second personality and going "sike! i was kidding!".
What about the mafia subplot? It was mentioned and used to justify Thee carrying a gun and having a bodyguard *everywhere* with him (unrealistic as hell, why was Mok following him everywhere even in his own house???) but then it was abandoned as a whole. We never see any danger around Thee at all and he's not seen involved in pretty much anything even close to criminal activity.
Peach annoyed me as well. Supposedly the best photographer in Thailand (who doesn't even own a proper studio for some reason) and he's living in a *very* modest house and doesn't seem to have any luxury around him at all. also, nobody that comes from the background he does refuses every single piece of luxury thrown at him. Be for real. Why was he acting like a saint all the time?
Their acting was... well. Let's say I've seen better. Phuwin seemed to be faking most of the time, maybe because of theweird saint persona. The character just felt empty. Pond got to play a really goofy role and I think he did it well. Not my cup of tea, but it didn't feel fake at least. Mok was a somewhat random character but Est did a good job especially with facial expressions.
The wedding was... weird. WHy did they have 5 guests who all stood a mile apart? Were they social distancing?
Don't get me started on the adoption. "Hey honey I have a surprise! I adopted two kids without telling you!" -Thee, probably.
Thee could've just sponsored the orphanage. That would have done it, and maybe they could talk about it like adults later lol.
All in all, this series was a mess. The production was okay, but they clearly tried to bite off more than they could chew. THree couples and lots of random plotlines were way too much for the airing time.
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So bad that it feels disrespectful
Spoiler free review:If you're thinking of watching it, don't. Or do. It really depends on how much time you have to waste and how much tolerance you have for foolishness. Cinematography & setting was good and everybody's makeup was TEA (the MUAs need a raise, IMMEDIATELY!). That's it for the pros. Everything else was absolute ass.
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I've watched almost all of ppw's works together. FUTS was funny but flawed, NLMG sucked severely and We Are will always be one of my favourites. Now, being a fan of We Are, I'd expected that things could only get better from there. Boy, was I wrong. Me & Thee was a huge, steaming pile of disappointment. I don't know how they've managed to make almost every facet of a show grating. The characters were annoying and unlikeable at worst, irrelevant at best. Peach has got to be the most boring, "not like other guys" mfer on the face of planet earth. I hated having to endure him as the main lead. Bro is so righteous it just comes off as being really fcking annoying. Why are you, as a grown man, teaching another grown man social cues and respect? Don't piss me off. And Thee. Dear god what a disaster of a man. His character sounded fun in theory but was incredibly under-baked. Pond's acting was stiff and over done so Thee became cringe, awkward and too much. And I know Thee is supposed to be all of those things but it felt incredibly forced. I've seen cringe characters done well in other shows, this was not one of those. Thee was cute and funny a few times but I mostly found myself cringing/getting irritated when he was on screen. And he constantly makes this stupid, "shy" smile that makes my skin itch every time. Add to that that he's supposed to be a domineering mafia boss when he's already giving a weak performance, and you get a very painful watching experience.
Santa didn't do too bad but Perth's performance was mid as usual. Their arc was actually kind of interesting until the writers decided to completely flip Tawan's personality when he lost all his money. If he was an asshole rich he's still gonna be an asshole poor. But I guess Aran's into poverty because he suddenly takes Tawan's weirdo ass back once he's destitute and pitiful. Yuck. Wouldn't it have been more interesting to see Tawan get a job and start to learn some hard lessons while Aran minds his business and finds happiness elsewhere? But I guess that would require too much depth to be poured into the plot.
Mok was meh. The judgemental body guard thing was a little amusing at first but got tired fast. Rome was irritating. Seeing him smirk made me want to pluck all the hair out of his damn head. Which sucks for my blood pressure because all he does is smirk. As a Westie. I hated what they did to William in this show. They slicked his hair back, put him in the most ill fitting dad suits I've ever seen and even worse- they confiscated his platforms. So now I have to watch this midget try and fail at being charming and all I can think about is how silly he looks. Sigh.
My next gripe- Absolutely no one had chemistry. Thee and Peach were so bad together I was recoiling in pain at their "romantic" scenes. I had to skip past their kiss scenes for fear of injuring myself because my brain was begging me to sink my fingers into my eyeballs so I wouldn't have to see this bs ever again. Not even my fave cp could save this foolishness. Somehow they managed to suck the chemistry out of WilliamEst and their scenes ended up just being cringe. And the lack of chemistry doesn't just go for the romantic couples. Plub and Peach were the least sibling-like siblings ever. They would've been more believable as distant cousins who only see each other for 30 mins every 5 years. They kept giving me scenes that were meant to show how close they are but all it did was make my skin crawl at the awkwardness.
My next issue: The lines. My god, the lines. Everyone's lines were so disjointed, unnatural and painfully cringe. These people will have your brain melting through your ears almost every time they speak.
So basically, Me and Thee is painfully cringe, awkward and worst of all- boring. It claims to be a comedy but I wasn't laughing. I could tell it was trying to be funny and that made it even worse. It takes itself far too seriously and clumsily attempts to dive into serious issues with laughable results. It's also a mafia show so you have to endure Pond, Est and William fail spectacularly at looking cool. Fortunately it only had 10 episodes because by the end I was genuinely angry. How dare gmmtv even think to put this hot, steaming pile of shit in front of viewer's faces? Bl fans will watch anything right? Why bother putting effort into creating something beautiful when you can drop a couple pretty boys in there, make them kiss and say some sappy words to each other and advertise your fcking dry ass looking cake snack thing. Everyone's performances sucked so bad that I'm starting to question why we need to keep seeing ppw together when it's disappointment after disappointment with them. Sure, I like looking at them but pretty faces can only go so far. I need substance. I got a peek of what they could be in We Are but my hopes were chewed up, swallowed, digested and shat out along with this waste of air time. Ppw needs to take a break from acting, sign up for acting classes and try to get more comfortable with each other. If they're just gonna keep churning out trash I'd rather they just keep it at this point.
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1You will wuv it!
A real treat! That's what Me and Thee was. They didn't reinvent the wheel, but they knew what they were making and stayed true to their special style of humor.It goes to show you don't need to do a lot to do well. If your material is good and the actors are passionate about it and commit to each and every bit, it will show in the end result.
It was odd but loveable and more thoughtful than you'd think, just like the iconic Thee himself.
I was charmed, thrilled, and amused to no end. Every character shone, and you could practically see the steam coming out of people's ears and silly, heart-eyes popping out.
Don't underestimate or brush aside this one, just enjoy yourself already and watch it! Give joy and love a chance! Tis fun!
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Funniest drama i have seen
I am not a fan of the usual comedy's, but this is the kind of comedy i really like. I had so much fun watching this drama, it was hilarious! The moodswings of Thee, the over the top things he did, the funny sounds weren't too much and placed just to perfection. The cheesy drama lines were just soo funny!And how Peach stayed true to himself and wasn't intimidated by all this was just the best!
I liked the story, the son of a mafiaboss that doesn't want anything to do with mafia, and the restrictions to love, just to keep him safe. But as most of the time, love wins in the long run. He is the cutest mafia boss heir ever!
The visuals are stunning, the music very good.
The acting was also great, i love all three couples, they all have great chemistry.
The kisses of PondPuwin aren't the best, but i am not mad at it because their dynamics and chemistry are great.
Definatly a must watch! I am sure i will watch this one again in the future.
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Theerakit Kian Lee being the moment, the legend, and the icon.
This show is the definition of the CEO x Y/N trope. It was one of the first things I noticed in episode one, and once I saw it, I couldn’t unsee it. And really, it just made the whole thing more enjoyable. Add that with a bit of soap opera, and you've got an amazing show you can't look away from.The series was exactly what the trailers promised, which is usually GMMTV’s biggest weakness. They show a certain vibe in the trailer, only for the actual product to be something completely different. But this series knew it wanted to be a romcom, and it was a romcom. It never took itself too seriously, and in the moments it did, it never overstayed its welcome or became unintentionally melodramatic. It knew exactly what it wanted to do, and it set out to do just that. The jokes all land, the character actions are consistent, comedy bits never go on for too long, and every single character has personality. Even the freaking bodyguards!
So, when the emotional scenes hit, they hit. And even then, the show made sure you never forgot it was still a comedy. The soundtrack and sound effects were perfectly placed, enhancing scenes instead of feeling awkward like in most GMMTV comedies. This was an actual comedy that had romance in it, not a romance that tried to shove comedy down the viewers' throats like most Thai BLs.
This is easily the best series PondPhuwin have done. I’ve watched all of their shows, and while they aren’t my favourite CP, I always tune in because there’s something about them. I enjoyed their past projects, but this one was it. It was iconic. THIS SHOW WILL GO DOWN IN BL HISTORY AS THE MOST ICONIC SERIES EVER!!!
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Let's talk about our CEO and Y/N first. Thee has to be the funniest person alive. It's the fact that he's not even doing any of this on purpose that makes this even better. Hell, boy brought a whole glass of water to give Peach so he could throw it at him cuz he thought Peach was mad. He's so over dramatic and cringe in the best way possible that you can't help but laugh and want more.
How often does he burst out into songs? Because there is no way ep 4 was a one off. I swear, the amount of times I had to pause the show just so I could catch a breath or scream because of how embarrassing it was, only for then to want more of his stupid ass.
And he fits the Rich CEO Alpha Daddy trope so fucking well. He has endless amounts of money. Gets humbled at every second when he's with Y/N. Is magically always there where Y/N is. Downbadism is a syndrome he doesn't want to be cured from. Is only nice to his fam, Y/N and Y/ N’s fam. Threatens to kill everyone that hurt Y/N. The list goes on. Every time I see even a hint of something from my wattpad days, it just made me laugh even more.
Pond Naravit has always been one of the most attractive men I've seen, but seeing him in these suits, acting like a Rich CEO, made him so much more attractive. This was exactly the kind of role Pond was born and raised for. There is absolutely no one, NO ONE, that could have replaced him for this role. The mannerisms, the facial expressions, the body language. They were so well done that you’d think that was Pond himself and not a character. They just gave bro the script and said have fun. And fun he did.
And him being so goofy made his character so much better than the classic CEO trope. Because while his personality will make you laugh until your ribs hurt, it's also one of the saddest aspects of him. He was a lonely child who used soap operas that his mum starred in so he could feel closer to her. And being a child who was sad and alone and scared, he internalised everything he watched and thought, “yeah, that's how normal people act.” He probably wanted to be so close to his mum that he ended up acting just like her, and honestly, that breaks my heart. He says and does the most absurd shit, and yet, I can't help but pity the guy. And watching him learn what a normal life looks like, a life he always wanted, was so heartwarming to see.
Yes, Thee found someone who could handle all his dramatic outbursts and dramatic lines, but he also found someone worth changing for. The Thee from the start of the series to the Thee now, there is so much of a difference. Yeah, it might not be the soap operas he watches, but hey, Khun Thee is enough of a drama queen to fill up that role. After all, his mum's soap operas have come to an end.
He's such a fascinating character and is by far one of my absolute favourites across all BLs. This show highlighted Pond's acting range, and I'm so glad cuz he improved so much since Fish Upon The Sky, and he just needed the right script to shine a light on this. From all the dramatic flair, to the more serious ones, to the light-hearted and sad ones, Pond absolutely nailed it.
And now everyone's favourite Y/N. At first, I was joking, but then they hit us with the tragic backstory, and I just couldn't unsee it anymore. And I’m so glad everyone else sees it too. And just like our Rich CEO Alpha Daddy, where Peach's character did so well in the Y/N trope, was making him level-headed. I swear, the level of patience this man exercises is astronomical.
Peach, for lack of a better word, is a simple man. Or, in the words of his exes, he's boring. He lives a simple life doing what he loves. And that was exactly what someone like Khun Thee needed. Peach might have thought his ordinary life was nothing to write home about, but for someone like Thee, it's the best gift he could ever receive. And for Peach, while he may grumble, and roll his eyes, and glare, Thee coming into his life and turning his ordinary into an extraordinary one was exactly what he needed.
Peach says he likes being alone. And at the start, you think, girl same. It's relatable. But then you realise, no, he doesn't, he's just lonely and got used to being alone. Peach is someone who had to grow up fast, had to make money as soon as possible so he could take care of his sister. He never had time to process his emotions or deal with his feelings because he constantly had to be on the go for his sister. Because crying would be a sign of weakness, and he can't do that as the older brother. But then, enter Khun Thee, and he was everything Peach needed and more.
Thee thought him the joys of having someone by his side. Thought him it's okay to be upset and sad because he's just human. Thought him to open up that part of his heart that he didn't think he ever would. And it just works. He offered patience and kindness, and in return, he found someone who loves him for all his being that he never got growing up, making his simple and ordinary life even brighter and unpredictable. These two are just two lonely souls who found comfort and a home in each other, and it makes me cry every time Peach cries or they're having a heart-to-heart.
And while Peach isn't as downbad as Thee is (cuz no one can be as downbad as Thee is), his love for Thee is so pure regardless. He humbles Thee, but never makes him change who he is. He'll glare at Thee for spending money like it's water, but always ends up indulging the man when it's within reasonable bounds. Is terrified of the violence that surrounds Thee, is afraid of him, but he'll compromise and come to an understanding that the violence is just part of falling in love with Thee. He understands that and trusts him wholeheartedly that he'll protect him. Is scared of Thee being hurt. Watching Peace come to terms with his feelings, and watching him learn that love should come from feelings and not logic, was so beautiful to see. His love wasn't anything dramatic or loud or fancy, but quiet and level-headed and patient, and it was love nonetheless.
These two together are lightning in a bottle. THE FUCKING CHEMISTRY!! THE PERIODIC TABLE WISHES IT COULD HAVE THIS MUCH CHEMISTRY, MY GOD!! Theerakit Kian Lee is the fucking standard. If your mans isn’t trying to move your WHOLE HOUSE, then does he even love you? He wrote a whole ass song for Peach, proposed to him privately without a crowd because Peach hates crowds, but broadcast it to the whole world because that’s just who he is, and the fact that Peach just accepts that and is so in love with him is just UGH, I LOVE THEM SO MUCH!!
Also, the adoption. I knew he was going to adopt them. And yet, I screamed when the two kids appeared at their weddings and started calling Thee dad. HELL YEAH, HE’S DAD. Or, in Thee’s words, call him Daddy. I just know they added this line for the edits. I know what yall are doing, you ain’t slick.
And don’t even get me started on Thee buying GMMTV. We were making jokes about it, AND IT ACTUALLY BECAME REAL. It’s GMM(THEE)V now. Love this. And the fact that Peach is just going along with his shenanigans while also losing his sanity is just the best portrayal of their married life.
RomeMok:
Yeah, yeah, everyone and their mums knew Rome was gonna be William, cuz who else was it going to be? But did I still scream when I saw him? Absolutely yes!
Mok is the fucking MVP of this entire series. Yes, Thee is the iconic, the moment and the myth himself, but Mok carried this show. Thee should be thanking Mok and giving him so many land deeds and buildings, or else getting with Peach would have happened so much later. Est’s facial expressions fucking killed me. That wasn’t even Mok, that was fully Est. He was so done with Thee and his stupid ass, but for the sake of his job and friendship, he kept his mouth shut lmao.
And whoever decided to put Est in glasses and in a suit needs a fucking raise. This man is so handsome, I was starstruck. And apparently, so was Rome. And bro, I totally get you. This man is defo Thee’s brother. No DNA tests needed. He’s such a menacing little shit, I love him. He doesn’t even try to hide how downbad he is for Mok its hilarious. And the fact that Mok is always spoiling him just makes me giggle. You know Rome plays that sad puppy act every time to get something out of him. And it fucking works, cuz Mok folded faster than boiled spaghetti lmao.
I was so upset we didn’t get more of them. I WANT THEIR LOVE STORY!!! It’s so sad that they basically grew up together, but hardly see each other. But you can TELL how much they love each other. The way Mok started to tear up when telling Peach that Rome will soon be living by himself in some faraway country nearly brought me to tears. Est the actor that you are!!! Mok is sabotaging himself, and it’s so on-brand for his character that it just hurts to watch.
He could have taken every opportunity to leave Thee’s side to join Rome and be happy with him. But he had been raised from a young age to be a bodyguard, to follow rules, so it only makes sense that he’d be the biggest stickler for them till the end. The fact that it took him getting FIRED to perhaps maybe enjoy his own life is just upsetting.
I have never celebrated so loudly at someone getting fired before. Because hell yes! Go be happy with Rome and have a wedding of your own!
I really hope we get more of them in Me and Peach. They deserve their own happy ending after everything.
TawanAran:
These two… What's with Perth acting as the toxic love interest in every BL of his? Last time I saw this man be a green flag was during Love by Chance. And in Never Let Me Go, but that was as a side character, so it doesn't count. Like bloody hell, I get it, Perth is an amazing red flag (though I will stand ten toes deep defending Yotha like my life is on the line), but can we get one show where his characters aren't emotionally exhausting his partners? And Tawan was defo the worst of them all. And if he was already this aggravating in the show, I don't even wanna know what bullshit he got up to in the book.
Aran deserved so much better. When he kneeled to the floor in front of Khun Thee, my blood fucking boiled. I swear to god that made me so mad. I was screaming at my screen cuz Tawan is the last person who deserves someone as precious as him! And that one scene of him informing Mok and Thee of Shohei doesn't count as a redemption. At least he apologised to Peach, or I swear there would be blood.
However, PerthSanta have done it again with a stellar performance. Did their story really need to be in this? Pft, no. This storyline was so rushed it's not even funny. But they had five minutes of screen time, and they ate up every single second of it. You could literally feel the exhaustion and pain and sadness in Santa's voice during that argument. And Perth's glare. Fucking hell, it terrified me. Why has no one given this man a villain role yet? Put these two in a room with the most awful script, and they'll still produce something spectacular.
That being said, I love a happy ending as much as the next bitch, but come on, there are just some couples that don’t deserve happy endings. Aran does not need this toxicity in his life, and Tawan should be so glad he’s handsome, or else I would have finished what Thee couldn’t do. Buried him six feet under. They shouldn’t have gotten together, instead worked on themselves individually and maybe meet somewhere in the distant future and maybe rekindle something.
I want my favourite pairing to be happy like everyone else, but there was nothing redeeming about Tawan for me to root for this relationship. But because it's PerthSanta… sighs in dramatic… I was also lowkey smiling when they reconciled. Though no one but me needs to know that. They just have that effect on me. Even though they stress me out every time they’re on my screen. First Perfect 10 Liners, and now here. They can’t give me a break, I swear.
Other stuff:
- Peach and Plub’s sibling relationship is the most wholesome thing I have ever had the pleasure of witnessing.
- Rome and Thee were the funniest sibling pair. Wanted more of them.
- Thee and Plub best in-laws, and we needed to see more of their shenanigans together, while Peach regretted his life decisions in letting the two meet.
- Mok and Thee dynamic was by far my favourite out of the whole show. Mok was so done with his boss's bullshit, but his salary was on the line, so he couldn’t even say anything. And Thee always reminding him they’re best friends is so precious to me.
- Wanted more for the wedding and adoption scene, it felt rushed.
- Should have fleshed out Tawan and Shohei a bit more, that dynamic was lowkey interesting.
- The bodyguards! I need a whole sitcom with just them and Thee.
This show deserves all the praise, all the hype, and all the love it’s getting. The memes from this show have made me laugh even more than the actual show, and Khun Thee is the most iconic piece of media I have had the pleasure of experiencing. We seriously need more Khun Theels in our lives. He has gone beyond Thai media and has entred K-pop stratosphere, that’s how iconic he truly is.
I’m so sad that we won't get more of his and Mok's shenanigans. I really hope GMM(THEE)V doesn't put PondPhuwin back in high school or college again. These two were meant to do romcoms, so give them more romcoms!!! But after the immense success and attention this series has garnered, they’ll probably be on more alert, so I can’t wait to see what they’re going to do next. Though I doubt anything will ever come close to this iconic piece of media, sadly. They are basically the face of GMM(THEE)V, and this series has definitely shown why that is.
Goodbye, my favourite CEO x Y/N!! Until Peach and Me!! You shall be missed, but definitely not forgotten. Best believe I’m coming back to rewatch this every time I need a good laugh.
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