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"Top Form" is a Thai Boys' Love (BL) drama series that premiered on March 20, 2025, on WeTV. The series is an adaptation of the Japanese manga "Dakaichi: I'm Being Harassed by the Sexiest Man of the Year" by Hashigo Sakurabi.The narrative centers around Akin, portrayed by Raweewit Jiraphongkanon, a seasoned actor who has held the title of "Sexiest Man of the Year" for five consecutive years. His reign is challenged by Jin, played by Chisanupong Paungmanee, a rising star whose burgeoning popularity threatens Akin's top position. Initially, Akin perceives Jin as a rival, while Jin harbors admiration and deeper feelings for Akin.
The series delves into their evolving relationship, exploring themes of rivalry, admiration, and the complexities of love within the entertainment industry. As Jin's popularity soars, a playful rivalry ensues, blending teasing with genuine interest. This dynamic gradually transforms into a complex and passionate relationship, highlighting the personal and professional challenges they face.
"Top Form" consists of 11 episodes, with new episodes airing every Thursday from March 20 to May 22, 2025. The series is available for streaming on platforms like WeTV and iFlix.
The show's blend of romance and drama, set against the backdrop of the entertainment industry, offers viewers an engaging narrative that examines the intersection of personal ambitions and intimate relationships.
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One of the best acting I have seen in Thai BL
Every time an emotional scene came I couldn't breath. It was as of they were taking me in into their world. The emotions were that intense. Possibly one of the best Thai BL in terms of acting, cinematography and direction. The meta acting and character changes were amazing.The series was very much character oriented with not much going with the plot. However the chemistry and acting truly shined the most. It showed the life of an actor, the industry and what he faced. The direction was mesmerizing. It was slow paced but every moment made me stop my breathing. The cinematography was very unique, something I have never seen in Thai drama before.
Boom is a phenomenal actor. I cannot praise him enough. His acting, every emotion, every face expression, I could feel through the screen. He conveyed everything so well I felt Akin wasn't a character but a real person. Smart is so talented. I wondered what took them so long to let him shine. He truly adapted himself to Jin.
I wish there were a little more thrill apart from the thrilling NC scenes. However the show goes deeper than it seems. As an actor myself I can say this series showcased the art of acting so well.
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Not a big Thai BL fan, this was a surprise !
Years, I have been struggling with Thai BL, their production seemed always very amateurish and rushed.However thats not the case for Top Form AT ALL.
Top Form feels like a carefully crafted passion project; from the direction to the cinematography and the music it was very artistically filmed. To my understanding this was adapted from a Japanese source material and I have to admit even while watching it I thought that it gave the subtle sensitivities of Japanese filmmaking. But it never felt like a copy, it was more like a beautiful pair of the best aspects of both cultures. The main actors were good but Boom stands out by far for his impeccable acting. His ability to convey emotions was mesmerising. To my disbelief he hasn't been a protagonist in as many titles as he should. A true tragedy.
Top Form was a triumph and the industry should learn some lessons and try to prioritise quality over quantity.
Easier said than done when, BL dramas are produced as easily consumable fast food that fans would eat up if the main guys are attractive.
p.s I still rated it 8.5/10 because it had some potential for further improvement in the scenario
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a disappointing ending
I liked it so much during ep 1 to 9. I was totally excited from the very beginning, the actors are the best. I was waiting for every new episode like it was a very important event of the day.But the end of the story... it was so lame!
Ep 10 and 11 may have a nice script, but filmed so boring and disappointing. Like ep 10 and 11 had another editor/director, really.
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Boom & Smart
Hooked from the very first minute of the show, what an amazing portrayal of the Dakaichi story, I can just imagine these two leads every time I even think of it.Boom is outstanding, his expressions, how can a man be this beautiful! From his crying to his laughter I did not want to miss a single moment of watching him online. The direction, cinematography, every thing is so point on.
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Join me in the Akin protection squad
This is only my second live-action Bl drama, but I have been reading BL/queer stories for like a decade and I read Dakaichi when it came out so I’m familiar with the genre and story.
Acting:
Ho-ho-ho-ho-holy shit.. Boom. BOOM. BOOOOOOOOOM. My god, man. I was blown away. I did not expect to be so moved by this man; no one spoke to me of his power. Good god, episodes 6-7?? His reaction the morning after the assault. That car scene was so insane. His reaction in the elevator. Like every other damn scene. I just… wow.
Smart left a lot to be desired. He was so expressionless, and I felt little to nothing from him aside from the anger/frustration/hurt he expressed in the elevator. I needed him to have more depth, move his face, and fit his expressions and body language to the scene better. Boom might as well have been acting out most of these scenes with a mannequin.
Characters:
Akin deserves all the happiness and success in the world. Jin was kind and loving, but a bit too boring and forgettable, like there was no depth to his character. The design choice to lighten Smart's hair and give him those colored contacts was quite unfortunate.
Writing/Inconsistencies:
Love the direction they went in as an adaptation with this for the most part. Wish there was a bit more of a rivalry vibe to it in the beginning, but overall I’m just glad they strayed pretty far from the original story and made this a far more wholesome story. There weren’t too many inconsistencies that stood out to me. The first 7 or so episodes were very well done. Loved the story, besides the very odd decision to have Jin drive an unconscious Akin on his MOTORCYCLE instead of doing like anything else.
However, things get a little wonky when they started making this the “let’s make Akin’s life a living hell” story, where bad things happen to him and we don’t communicate properly with him just so the audience can see him suffer for a little longer. There were also a couple of plot points that felt off or didn’t make as much sense as the rest of the story.
Chemistry/Romance/Kissing:
Chemistry was alright, not bad overall. However, Boom’s acting skills brought Akin’s emotions to life. I believed that Akin was frustrated, angry, apathetic, sad, confused, happy, in love, ect. But I don’t think Smart’s portrayal of Jin brought the same to the story. There were a handful of scenes throughout that I felt a spark from him in a scene with Boom, but for the most part, he just didn’t express much of anything. The story as a romance was good.
Nothing big stood out as odd about the kissing, though whenever there is a lack of any tongue in certain kisses it does seem a bit off, but maybe that was a boundary thing between actors, idk.
NC scenes:
RIP that rug frfr. Honey scene truly iconic. Loved the black honey cut or whatever it was called, it was very pretty. Besides the obvious insanity that is not only inserting honey into the booty and dealing with the consequences of that action alone, but also following that up with intercourse using said honey as lube… like, besides all that… The thing that gets me is that these two love birds doused themselves in honey and got freaky with it, then proceeded to take a shower in what I am assuming is the ensuite to the main bedroom. And instead of going to bed in the bedroom they are presumably already in, they grab a comforter and return to the scene of the crime, which, mind you, must be absolutely covered in honey. I mean, the rug is obviously a goner, but there is just no way the couch came out unscathed. And then there is the shower scene. There was just no reason for Jin to pull them into the bathroom, turn on the shower, and direct the showerhead at their faces. Wild. And I think they also ended up sleeping on the couch a couple of other times and not in very comfortable positions either. My man is over 30 and let me tell you, we gotta start protecting our backs. Can't be sleeping on the couch all the damn time.
Music/SFX:
One very positive thing I would like to note was the decision to not have any background music when Akin got home the morning after his assault. That was haunting. Just raw emotion depicted so well by Boom. Nothing about the music stood out to me as horrendous or anything. I don’t recall any issues with SFX either.
I am so shocked that I saw absolutely no one talking about Boom’s acting in this or the portrayal of what happened in episodes 6-7. I saw plenty of posts about the honey scene and whatnot, so I was entirely unprepared.
This storyline hit home because I went through a similar situation.
Akin had no memory. He didn’t know whether he was assaulted or if he had consented to sleeping with Johnny. (WE saw that he was too intoxicated, but he didn’t know if he could have seemed coherent enough to consent) Because it’s harder to accept that you were assaulted, he decided he must have slept with Johnny, and Jin’s reaction solidified that further in Akin’s mind. Not that it mattered, he was just so messed up by the whole situation that thinking clearly was obviously difficult.
There were definitely issues with the writing decisions after the devastating car scene. I think that if they wanted to go the no-punishment route, they should have made it more realistic with having Akin say he just wants it to go away and he doesn’t want to deal with it or something like that. I also think they should not have portrayed the aftermath between the characters and Johnny as cordial at all. He should not have been involved in the story past the play he was in if they wanted to move past the incident.
Idk man, Boom just really blew me away with being able to portray the complex emotions that come with such a complex scenario without any words.
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Intense Passion Meets Tender Storytelling.
TRUELY A MASTERPIECE. I loved every part of this drama. The way it handled the issues that really happens in the industry ( sadly with them as well😭). I loved how it did not show the usual happy ending but a realistic ending, the way we don't always win the game but we understand the value. The Plot was everything, it balances moments of intense passion with quiet, heartfelt scenes that deepen character development. It keeps viewers hooked with a blend of drama, humor, and steamy romance.Boom Raveewit (Akin) and Smart Chisanupong (Jin) bring authentic performances full of subtlety and depth. Their onscreen chemistry is electric from simmering tension to intimate vulnerability making their relationship believable and compelling.
Their expressions and body language convey a lot without overacting, which I loved a lot.
Also would love to mention the intimate scenes, they were well-shot, tasteful, and emotionally charged. They felt organic to the story showing genuine connection between the characters.
Easily giving it my highest praises and Ratings
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The best BL
A PERFECTLY LIVE-ACTION STORY, FULL OF ROMANCE AND DRAMA THAT MAKES YOU STAY AND FALL IN LOVE.SEE THE EVOLUTION OF AKIN'S CHARACTER FROM SOMEONE WHO ONLY LIVES FOR WORK AND FINDS LOVE, GOING THROUGH ACCEPTING IT AND LETTING HIMSELF GO.
JIN'S CHARACTER WHO JUST LIVES WITHOUT ANY AMBITION OR DREAM, SEEING HIM GROW FROM THE LOVE HE FINDS IN AKIN IS INCREDIBLY LOVELY.
SEEING THIS STORY IS THE BEST DECISION I HAVE MADE IN MY LIFE, IT CHANGED MY PERSPECTIVE OF WHAT I SHOULD ACCEPT FROM THE PERSON I LOVE.
IF YOU LET TOP FORM INTO YOUR LIFE YOU WILL NEVER LEAVE IT, IT WILL ALWAYS LIVE IN YOUR HEART AND MEMORY.
GIVE THEM THE OPPORTUNITY, YOU WON'T REGRET IT.
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WATCH THIS SERIES
I was so so unpatient waiting for this series to come out, It’s not my favorite drama but they made me love them more. I know Smart from Don’t say no like most people watching this drama, he was kinda getting on my nerves in dsn but he made me a big fan of him and his acting because of role in Top Form, I will definitely never forget this series and tell people to watch this masterpieceI’M WAITING FOR MORE SERIES WITH SMARTBOOM CUZ THEIR CHEMISTRY, ACTING AND EVERYTHING ABOUT THEM IS SO BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING
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ATTRACTIVE PAIR
Forget the review. I'm just gonna say SmartBoom is a visual POWERHOUSE of a pairing. Oh my gosh. I found myself replaying every close-up scene just to watch their eyes. Literally.Aside from the visual suckerpunch, Top Form is a really great watch—especially if you're a fan of Lovely Writer and 25:00 in Akasaka. It's an industry look at the world of acting, for both budding and experienced actors. It's a versatile show that touches on mental health, SA, stalking, love/learning to love, miscommunication, discovering self worth, grief, homophobia and more. I will definitely say, if you're looking for a lighthearted drama, this ain't for you. It's heavy and really tugs at your heartstrings although there are a few goofy moments. But it's so worth a watch.
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The Most Scintillating Remake in Recent Times!
When you sacrifice your ambitions and goals to pin your hopes on the love of your life!When I sat down to write this review, words failed me. I couldn’t comprehend how I should describe this life changing experience; because IT IS!!
There have been clandestine remakes and adaptations in the recent times; some praiseworthy, others not so much. Because crafting a remake of something that is remarkably well-made and popular isn’t easy. That’s where creativity comes into existence and “Top Form The Series” is a fine example of one such carefully constructed masterpiece. The allure that binds to the Japanese anime adaptation is unexplainable; to remake something that is comparable to its beauty is commendable. But what truly sets this remake apart is the casting. Adapted from the Japanese manga “Dakaichi: I’m Being Harassed by the Sexiest Man of the Year” by Hashigo Sakurabi, “Top Form The Series” is a low-key, high profile adaptation of the most popular manga work in existence. When the adaptation was announced, I was skeptical. GMMTV has been purchasing Japanese originals and remaking them with a consistency that borders on mediocrity. I was afraid “Top Form The Series” would meet the same end. Fortunately, teamed with an ensemble casting that deliver and a director who knows what he is doing with the main couple, we ended with topnotch storytelling and exemplary performances that are unparalleled.
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https://the-bl-xpress.com/2025/05/22/top-form-the-series-series-review-ep-3-to-11/
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A special series, presenting a relationship in an honest and beautiful way
English is not my first language, sorry for any mistakes.I wasn't expecting this series at all, I was looking for something cute, it's a deep, special series, with a lot of complexity that the main characters work together in an amazing way. I really liked the main couple. I really liked that despite all the complex things around them, they find a way to solve them together.
Jin presents a complex character, who is looking for a way to get closer to her ideal on the one hand. But very mature on the other hand who understands the complexity of relationships.
Akin presents a more calm, self-confident character who goes through all kinds of events and actually learns to deal with unexpected things.
The chemistry between them was amazing in my opinion, I really liked the series.
I hardly felt the supporting couples, I really like supporting couples and usually their story is incomplete or unsatisfactory.
Here they were almost not there and I really liked it more, if there is no place to tell their story properly, it's better to give up.
In the end, this series got to my heart. I'm sure I'll come back to see her again.
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