Best BL I've watched so far
It's my first time writing a review here, so, forgive me if it's not that good + english is not my first language.I wasn't expecting much, but i've got to a point where I would count the days until the next episode arrives, and even read the source material. I genuinely loved this drama so much, to the point I just couldn't stop talking about it for weeks.
The writing is really great, it gets to a point where you also lose yourself between what is only acting and what is reality alongside the main characters. The thing I loved about the writing, is that I could see where the story would go just by paying attention to the movie scenes. The characters also feel really human, not only they are really charismatic but they are also flawed, they commit mistakes, they made me be really mad at them sometimes, but they also aren't inherently bad or good.
The acting is also top tier, It's crazy to me to think that this is ollie's first major appearance because he captured zhen xin's personality so well!! Everyone's acting is so good to the point It genuinely felt real. Also, I'm not a person who enjoys spicy scenes that much(i'm asexual)but if you enjoy, you're going to love this one.
(Also, the only reason why I didn't give that much of a high rating to the OST is because the songs aren't really my cup of tea, but they are good!)
I wish I could give an 1000/10 to Deep In, it is genuinely a masterpiece that I would recommend to anyone(if they're willing to get a little mad regarding the characters, lol)
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This is truly a masterpiece
I don't even know where to start. This is so brilliantly done! I guess I'll begin with a slow hand clap for Chinese BL. 👏👏👏 You're killing it right now.The story is soooo good. Deep In describes the story, the storytelling, and, for me as a viewer, the way I experienced this drama. I can't remember the last time I was so absorbed in a show!
The acting and the actors contributed to that. I loved watching the mains. Their characters were complex and the chemistry was fire. The visuals were amazing as well, by which I mean they are both beautiful and the way they were captured on film was soft and inviting.
OST was perfect, especially the opening and closing themes. I often just pick a number for the music rating but this soundtrack was truly 10 of 10!
The writing was good. It was the perfect balance of easy to follow but also what the heck just happened moments. I was clinging to every word.
The production was fantastic. Camera work. Direction. Lighting. Set design. Wardrobe. Editing. So so good. I never felt like something was off or distracting.
Top notch job by everyone involved! And now I kinda want to read the novel!
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Beautiful
I am crying in PURE JOY with this show ending. The whole show was beautiful. I was beyond invested in the 2 stories/plot. It truly felt like I was watching 2 shows in 1 and it was AMAZING! I cannot believe how good this was, simply beautiful! Now to sink into a post-show depression because honestly the way I was looking forward to this each week, makes me feel empty now that it's overWas this review helpful to you?
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Blew my mind
I am still struggling to wrap my head around this show. The plottwist(s), were mind blowing/bending.I thought I knew the plottwist going into it, but I had 0 idea. I wish the ending was longer and exained more. This could have easily gone another 12 episodes. It didn't drag at all.
They chemistry between Ollie and Shu Yuan is outstanding. The director really knew what he wanted and how to make it happen. I'm still so flabbergasted by this series and like any good series, I wish there was more!
Congratulations to the cast and crew. You did a fantastic job 👏. It was amazing from the opening until the very end.
Definitely deserving of day -1 of missing them 🩺🎬
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Fiction vs. Reality
Wow. WOW! Deep In delivered an absolutely stunning, captivating show that made the viewer feel exactly what our main character felt: what happens when reality and fiction start becoming blurred? The way this story is told is probably the most unique storytelling I have ever seen in a BL, probably in any show ever. The back and forth between the show within the show and the lives of the actors was so well done, with the aspect ratio changing just to make sure the viewer knew, but having every storyline in the show within the show parallel something happening in the lives of the actors was GENIUS! Even when I thought there was no way they could make it work, they did. And I loved every MINUTE of it! In fact, I ended up so engrossed in the show they were filming that I would get mad to hear the director yell "cut!" and would sometimes forget which characters were the actors vs. the characters in the show. Absolutely brilliant writing and directing.Zhang Zhun (Shu Yuan) is a struggling actor trying to make enough money to propose to his long-term girlfriend. He finally manages to land a role alongside a big actor, Zhen Xin (Ollie), in a queer film. The two of them are tasked with building chemistry before their roles begin, and as they start filming, they begin to blur the line between the feelings of their characters and their own feelings.
The actors did a FANTASTIC job portraying these characters, with amazing chemistry and fantastic acting. It was so insane to watch them portray TWO different characters each in this show and be so good at it. I can't believe how much I enjoyed both the actor's storyline and the show they were filming. Both were so engaging, with great tension in the plot and between the characters. This one is 100% worth watching.
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Amazing acting chemistry and editing effects
First of all , be ready for just heat and emotionsLike the realistic acting is amazing , literally 0 awkward and the transition effect n editing is so nicely done.
Finished it all in literally few days
The only "down" side. 0 impact on how the show goes but just thought area of improvement
The ending could be longer and show more of their future. Somehow their seperation wad very long 8 months then 5 months like 0 contact and then they got tgt on stage? I guess distance make the desire and not letting go stronger
The posture or the outfit make zhang posture look bit awkward or tense but it does fit the character and the timidness.
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NOT A BL FAN BUT ITS SOW GUWD
Since this isn't really my genre and I only wanted to watch it for Ollie, I honestly didn't expect this series to actually make me CRY. I kept falling for their scenes, only to realize they were just acting within the show (you'll get what I mean if you watch it). Outside of their spicy scenes, I'm genuinely amazed by how ridiculously well-crafted this series is!OMGGG OLLIEEE!! 🔥😫🥵🔥🔥🔥🔥
I can't believe my little brother is now such an attractive man AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA.... I really hope he gets more main lead roles moving forward, especially in straight series too!
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DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS!!
This is truly GOATED. One of the most amazing and top-tier Chinese BLs. Man!! Chinese dont come to play, they come to conquer.The post credit scene ending of episode 12 made this so META that I can't wrap my head around anything.
It's a gorgeous show, EXTREMELY WELL PACED AND WELL SHOT, the lighting, the acting ... Especially by the Feng Chi (the character) and Wu... Won me over.
Everything was so picture perfect production wise! And so much drama, chemistry, comment on reality and toxicity, dealing with sensitive issues like rape..
It was just so well woven together and so well put, HATS OFF TO THE TEAM, TO THE CREW, TO Everyone WHO WAS A PART OF THIS!!
Especially to the writers who wrote this plot, this script, everything!
WOW!
THank you to everyone for bringing this to life! You did make our lives better! Thank you!
WOW!
(ALSO, here's to hoping that China brings BLs back and make LGBTQ legal. China, u r way off in modern culture, man, grow tf up. Restricting art and artists and chinese culture dictating whom to love .. Really should be gunned down)
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Thank you boy’s planet for yet another bl actor ?
Bl in bl is genius. And each one of them is written perfectly. The chemistry, acting, visuals all are there.And our baby Ollie wonka, never would have thought he could pull something like that. Honestly, I’m glad he did make it as an idol, he is great in acting, hope he is happy too. He really became a beautiful young man.
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DON'T MISS THIS!!
One of the most incredible, top-tier Chinese BL series. It felt like watching two series at once—and it was amazing. The production was gripping from start to finish. The plot, cast, music, and overall execution were fantastic. I really enjoyed it. The supporting characters were wonderful and conveyed a wide range of emotions, while the story was packed with incredible moments.Was this review helpful to you?
Two Stories. One Love. Deep in.
This year’s top BL — one that grabs you from the very first minutes and doesn’t let go until the very end. A brilliant premise, with two stories unfolding side by side, gradually merging as the series progresses because, at their core, they are so similar — the love between two men, even though each story approaches it in a different way.This series is truly captivating, bold, and emotional. For such young actors, it must have been a huge challenge, but they handled it brilliantly. I’m sure I’ll return to it again — it has real depth.
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Deep In: A Truly Unforgettable Story
Deep In had such a compelling plot and exceptional writing. I loved how it took such a unique approach to storytelling by following Zheng Xin and Zhang Zhun as actors filming a movie, while simultaneously unfolding the heartfelt story of Fang Chi and Gao Zhun. The way both narratives intertwined was so creative and emotionally engaging, making every episode feel meaningful.I first knew Ollie from Boys Planet, but I never imagined he would completely amaze me with his acting. His performance was so natural, emotional, and convincing that I forgot I was watching someone making their acting debut. It’s even more incredible knowing that both he and Shu Yuan were acting for the first time, and that this was also the director’s first BL production. You would never have guessed it. The chemistry, the emotional depth, and the overall execution felt so polished that it easily stands alongside much more experienced productions.
Deep In is truly one of those dramas that stays with you long after you’ve finished watching it. It’s a beautiful reminder that with a compelling story, thoughtful writing, and passionate performances, even first-time actors and a first-time BL director can create something truly unforgettable.
I hardly give series a 10/10 but…
Story: 10/10
Acting: 10/10
Cinematography: 10/10
Music: 10/10
Rewatch value: 10/10
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