Well after seeing other adaptations, I prefer the dramas over the Manhwa. I prefer the improved plots with character-relationship…
Oh wow, that sounds unfortunate. I was kinda looking forward to watching it too! That is crazy to have the main couple sidelined and switch to a different couple not in the Manhwa, especially nowadays. Well, it’s good to know to watch out for the team behind that series if they ever work on another "BL" project. Hopefully, this one doesn't disappoint but from the trailer it looks pretty good!
The manhwa is full of nudity and s*x but i'm sure they will make it another cute innocent looking bl
It’s called an adaptation for a reason and tbh I find the R-rated Manhwas lack quality storytelling. I am glad to see any BL story get a drama series and actually have improved plots with some romance. It’s just funny to me to see so many wanting a “direct adaptation” which would just be porn half the season. I wouldn’t mind fade to black intimacy scenes but to say they shouldn’t adapt R-rated Manhwa if they don’t want to film sex scenes is very narrow-minded. A good adaptation should elevate the source material, not chain itself to every explicit panel. If anything, trimming the over-the-top smut gives more room for character development, emotional payoff, and actual romance. Things that make a series memorable long after it airs.
The manhwa is full of nudity and s*x but i'm sure they will make it another cute innocent looking bl
Taiwan maybe but please not Thai. It’s unfortunate how some newer Taiwanese BLs are following the Thai trend of speed running to the NC scenes over quality plot and romance.
Idk how they will do this drama cause the Manhwa was HOT 🥵 I hope they won’t destroy it like they did to…
Well after seeing other adaptations, I prefer the dramas over the Manhwa. I prefer the improved plots with character-relationship development over the how fast to get to porn scenes from the Manhwas. Semantic Error is a good example of streamlining the plot and avoiding the dubious consent situation from the Manwha. I haven’t seen Heesu in Class 2 yet but I heard about its issues mainly with sidelining the main BL romance. I hope this one turns out good but so far I have not been disappointed with KBLs.
BL audiences freak out more over age difference than they do non-consent. Add to that the "creepy" grandfather-in-grandson's-body…
Yeah I noticed that too and what’s funny is that there’s no concern for age gaps when the character is a gorgeous vampire or a 300+ year old with a young body. I liked how this drama didn’t go full tilt into creepy with the grandfather in the grandson’s body. The grandfather wants to preserve and improve the grandson’s life for his return and he doesn’t live vicariously through his grandson’s body.
I know it's not over yet but what's the endgame here? Is it grandpa and Hai Yuan or the grand son? Cause if we're…
I have a feeling they’ll use the grandson to address your ick with the soul swaps. In the beginning, it’s sorta implied that the grandson gives up on life and since the grandfather has unfinished business with Haiyuan, and with his life ending like that in general, he gets his grandson’s body and the grandson stays dead. However, showing the grandson lingering with envy, I think he’ll reclaim his body and it’ll be the catalyst for resolving a few issues. Hopefully.
I have to rewatch but I do believe that using his grandson’s body was a concern for the Grandfather and why he focuses on creating a better life for his grandson’s return in the beginning. At least until Haiyuan's flirtation wins him over and the connection between their souls.
I also agree with you on the ridiculous criticism of the “age gap” when many of them wouldn’t bat an eye if the Grandfather didn’t physically age and had a body like his grandson from the beginning. I’ve seen other BLs with 300+ year old characters and their age gap doesn’t get brought up at all.
My issue with the age gap trope is how they gloss over the differences between someone older and younger. This show does an amazing job of keeping the personality of the grandfather and showing the different mindsets between the generations. The “culture shock” of the leads returning to the college hits that concern head on and how their relationship develops further explores it. Overall I’m enjoying this drama way more than most because of the interesting plot and character dynamics.
Hopefully the grandfather stays with Haiyuan because honestly it’s seems the grandson wasn’t that good of a person like he believes.
They will probably leave the sex scenes out, as they have done in so many kbls.
Hopefully! Many of the Manhwa adaptations I’ve seen benefit greatly from omitting sex scenes for relationship development and plot. I enjoyed Semantic Error Drama way more than the Manhwa. Especially when those scenes are very dubious with consent. Might just be me preferring romance and development over pay gorn.
From just one short episode I can tell this is gonna be an amazing drama. The great cinematography and whimsy soundtrack gives off a sorta nostalgic feeling. The dynamic between the three friends is super fun and the acting is so good. Especially with the guy playing Ju Do Wan! You can feel the character’s longing from the little looks and touches. Can’t wait for more.
i also really loved that you noticed the subtle changes in the intros, i actually made an edit for that in case…
Yeah that little attention to detail sealed it as one of my all time favorites. Recognizing their development in the intro was a treat. I would love to see the edit!
Acting, cinematography, and plot were absolutely amazing! The emotional development of both lead characters had depth and the romantic payoff was well worth it. A slow burn love with great chemistry. I especially loved how the opening changes subtly with each episode. It’s kinda sad to see it’s going to be another underrated JBL but seeing as Thai BLs are popular on this site it’s easy to understand.
Well I’m glad I ignored the comments and took a chance on this series. Plot is very well done exploring unrequited love and how to move on. I really like the “Miricale” message too. The chemistry between the leads is cute and I really don’t understand why others dislike it other than the obvious and quite frankly tiring critique of NC scenes/kissing. It’s wild just how many people will write off good dramas for not sexualizing the romantic relationship between two males or not having a weird toxic relationship fetish. I still have three episodes left but I’m taking it slow and enjoying the story.
I looked at a sample of how the characters look in the manga and I really feel like the actors should have switched…
Well, I’m glad they’re taking creative liberties and giving plot for the story. Like I know the manga is a yaoi oneshot but man it wasn’t that compelling and neither were the pay gorn scenes.
I prefer the improved plots with character-relationship development over the how fast to get to porn scenes from the Manhwas. Semantic Error is a good example of streamlining the plot and avoiding the dubious consent situation from the Manwha. I haven’t seen Heesu in Class 2 yet but I heard about its issues mainly with sidelining the main BL romance. I hope this one turns out good but so far I have not been disappointed with KBLs.
I have to rewatch but I do believe that using his grandson’s body was a concern for the Grandfather and why he focuses on creating a better life for his grandson’s return in the beginning. At least until Haiyuan's flirtation wins him over and the connection between their souls.
I also agree with you on the ridiculous criticism of the “age gap” when many of them wouldn’t bat an eye if the Grandfather didn’t physically age and had a body like his grandson from the beginning. I’ve seen other BLs with 300+ year old characters and their age gap doesn’t get brought up at all.
My issue with the age gap trope is how they gloss over the differences between someone older and younger. This show does an amazing job of keeping the personality of the grandfather and showing the different mindsets between the generations. The “culture shock” of the leads returning to the college hits that concern head on and how their relationship develops further explores it. Overall I’m enjoying this drama way more than most because of the interesting plot and character dynamics.
Hopefully the grandfather stays with Haiyuan because honestly it’s seems the grandson wasn’t that good of a person like he believes.