I expect them to be similar, but when some parts are basically shot-for-shot the same, why even make a separate…
Okay. You're of course entitled to your opinion. I just don't agree. I think that it is doing a good job so far of being its own thing. I don't recall one scene that was shot for shot. Similar of course because they're telling the same story.
These japanese adaptations are made using the same source material. Of course they're going to be similar to the Thai adaptation. It would be weird if they weren't.
I liked the first episode. I'm looking forward to seeing where it goes story wise. And just because a drama has sexual content doesn't mean it doesn't have a plot. Just because some can't see past the sex doesn't mean there isn't a story to be told. And if you don't like this type of drama that's fine dont watch it. But to insinuate that the actors are being exploited is ridiculous they are grown and made their own decisions.
Are those oustache and beard fake? I mean, why? Just wait for a week or 2 and it'll grow naturally. Those fake…
Some Asian men have trouble growing any facial hair. And most productions don't film scenes in chronological order so fake facial hair is more logical.