KHEMJIRA SERVED what I wanted it to serve!
As someone who can usually finish a 40-episode C-drama in just two days, it took me just as long to finish Khemjira — and halfway through, I realized why. I was savoring it. Every scene, every emotion, every frame. It’s one of the rare shows I’d genuinely call a masterpiece, even beyond the realm of BL.Khemjira feels like a perfect blend of The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor. The early episodes gave me the kind of horror I crave — chilling, tense, full of well-timed jump scares — and as the story unfolded, it melted into something unexpectedly tender. It gave me all the feels and butterflies I didn’t expect. I found myself wanting more with every episode.
The production? Flawless. I can’t praise it enough. Every detail — the cinematography, color palette, and sound design — built the hauntingly beautiful world of Khemjira. And what’s even better is that everything inside that world — the acting, chemistry, plot, character design, and soundtrack — lived up to it. Nothing fell short.
Usually, even when I adore the side characters in a series, I don’t connect deeply with the second couple. But Khemjira was different. I loved everyone — every character, every relationship, every story it told. There wasn’t a single filler scene or unnecessary character, and I couldn't be more satisfied.
I honestly wish I could forget the entire show just to experience it from scratch again — because KHEMJIRA is a MASTERPIECE.
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Zhao Zhao & Mu Mu Lasts Forever
On the surface, this is very much a Wattpad-core drama. And as someone whose teen years were spent in Wattpad stories, I have zero complaints.This story healed me in so many ways. I didn’t mind the time skips or separations because even in the gaps, all I could feel was their love for each other — her patience and perseverance, and his care and tenderness. At the root of every decision they made, they always had each other at the centre.
It had its flaws, the biggest being the cuts. I don’t know why certain scenes were cut, and I honestly wish each episode was at least an hour long. That’s the only thing that really put me off.
But its perks outweigh everything for me. The story was about Jin Zhao and Mu Mu, but also about cars, racing, friendship, and family. They dealt with what they were given incredibly well. The characters felt alive and gave life to the story — gave it its soul. Usually, dramas that give me butterflies do it in soft pink hues, but this one hit differently. It gave me butterflies that made me yearn and tear up because of how tender Jin Zhao’s love for Mu Mu was. And she, come hell or high heaven, never faltered in her affection for him.
Also, big props to San Lai for being the friend he was to both of them. He deserves his own person, honestly.
I’ll remember this story forever, and I really wish it was longer.
I wouldn’t call it a masterpiece, but it left its mark on me the way a masterpiece does.
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A Rare Masterpiece Transcending The BL Niche
I rarely write reviews, but The Top Form needed to be reviewed.The series was incredibly artistic, with every scene tastefully and intricately designed and seamlessly sewn together. The quality of the series truly transcends the BL industry. I don't know about the budget, but I'm sure it was nowhere near that of Kinnporche or The Next Prince; yet it might as well have been. The cinematography was impeccable, and the execution of the characters was perfection.
The actors Boom as Akin and Smart as Jin were absolutely phenomenal, and somehow their characters felt parallel to their real lives. Boom is easily one of the best actors in Thailand and stands alongside War in terms of his micro-expressions and attention to detail. Smart, much like his character Jin, young as he might be, stepped up and did justice to the partnership, especially with all the improvisations he made. They were perfect together.
Loved:
- The screenwriting, cinematography, scene design, and overall production were top- notch.
- The main characters' mutual obsession felt so authentic, and any conflicts they faced were resolved swiftly- thank goodness!
- While I' m not usually a fan of Japanese works, I really appreciate a good story. This series captured the manga' s essence beautifully, blending Japanese vibes with a distinct Thai flair. The balance in the story' s identity was just right!
Could' ve been different:
- Episode 06 was quite triggering for me; I had to pause a few times to get through it. I really dislike Johnny and would have preferred a different approach to his character. However, I do recognise the series' response felt quite realistic, and that' s a bit disappointing too.
- I wish the venue for the award ceremony had a bit more flair, but that' s a minor issue in an otherwise fantastic series.
- It felt a bit short. Those 11 episodes flew by way too quickly!
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Love Sick 2024 was an unexpectedly good watch
I don't usually write many reviews, but this series inspired me to share my thoughts! I’ve recently been in a bit of a series slump where nothing really caught my attention. When I first began watching Love Sick, I approached it with some hesitation, but I’m truly glad I gave it a chance.While the production in the first episode wasn’t the best, I kept watching because of the main leads and their amazing chemistry. Thankfully, starting from episode 2, the production really improved, and I found myself enjoying it more and more. The story may not be entirely new, but it has its own charm that makes it a delightful watch.
What I loved most were the main leads and their fantastic acting and chemistry. I appreciated that whenever a misunderstanding popped up, the leads communicated openly instead of relying on unnecessary drama that often leads to silly break-ups. Even the other love interests were really likable! The entire show felt so genuine and relatable. I also have to commend the casting team for casting actual teens this time around, and they truly nailed their roles. All the supporting characters had a wonderful dynamic, making it easy to get lost in their world.
I can’t wait to see more from the leads, especially with a bigger budget!
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Unexpectedly Fell In Love With The Boy Next World Universe
Let me start off by saying that I feel extremely compelled to write this review. I started this series with so much hesitation because of all the negative reviews, but thank God I was desperately in need of a captivating story or gripping chemistry and held onto my expectation that MLs (Boss & Noeul) would deliver at least that, if nothing else. I have to say that going into this with so much trepidation, I was completely hooked from the first episode and binged the whole thing in a single day.Talking about the storyline, I honestly do not understand the people who said they couldn't comprehend it because to me it was a completely solid plotline. Whatever was relevant to the story of Cir & Phu, they showed it perfectly. Whether it was related to the parallel universe or the unrequited love, though I do get that maybe an additional three episodes would be better with more focus on the supernatural elements, as we don't really get an answer on why and how some characters have these extra abilities. It was a complete story for me otherwise. The production was really good too, and honestly, they can definitely do more and build this universe.
My favorite part of all of this was the chemistry between the leads; they were an absolute delight, and not to mention the side characters were amazing too. I truly did fall in love with this universe and honestly would love more stories within this universe.
It was a great watch for me, and I honestly don't get the dislike. All I would say is give it a try and see if it is up to you.
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Nothing but that beautiful ache & nostalgia
This is going to be one of those dramas that always leaves me feeling as though I need to forget everything and watch it again from the beginning. Everything about this series was beautiful. Not a single scene made me feel bored, and every character was full of life. While people dislike QiQi's character, I believe she represents aspects of our real lives.The main leads were amazing; they felt so natural. The delivery of the dialogue didn't seem like acting at all. I could especially feel XW's every emotion. The story and its characters had soul, and the main leads outdid themselves; I believe this is XW's best work yet. The emotions he portrayed were beautiful. The relationship between the leads is also so healthy and warm.
I really want to go back to the start of this beautiful drama. I have this ache in my heart that's just not going away. This entire series made me incredibly happy, especially during their school days, which I thought set the tone for the series. However, as life went on, their emotions at every stage came to life—grief, fear, passion, reminiscence—and in the end, it leaves you with this beautiful ache. The happy ending was realistic in a way that makes me want to start over and watch it again. This series makes me want to cherish the little life that I am living, too.
A beautiful masterpiece indeed.
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Johan and North Carried
I really disliked the first three episodes. They felt quite boring to me, but I kept coming across JohanNorth videos, which made me give the show another chance. I'm really glad I did because I now crave more Johan and North. Their chemistry was incredible, and I’m thrilled they had plenty of screen time. I rated the show as I did mainly for them, and the dynamics among all the characters were also great.Was this review helpful to you?
