Phopai

Duang is a decorative arts student who is loud, clumsy, and unapologetically honest about his feelings. He falls for Qin, a jazz student who is famously 'icy' and rejects everyone. Instead of backing down when he's not immediately accepted, Duang tells Qin he isn't asking for permission; he's just letting him know he's going to win him over.

TeeTee playing a character as high-energy as Duang can easily become annoying, but TeeTee gives him a vulnerability that makes you root for him. His 'adorkable' energy is balanced by a deep empathy. Por plays Qin with incredible subtlety. He doesn't stay cold for the sake of the trope; you slowly realize his walls are a 'survival language' from his past. Seeing him 'glow' once he lets Duang in is one of the most satisfying character arcs of the year.

Furthermore, while the show uses playful sound effects and physical comedy, it doesn't shy away from themes of PTSD and the courage it takes to be sincere in a world that often rewards being guarded. For a rom-com, the cinematography is gorgeous, with soft palettes, and a soundtrack that features the leads (from their group DEXX) makes it feel very polished.

In conclusion, Duang with You is a 'sugar rush to the heart.' If you want a drama that is silly enough to make you laugh out loud but sincere enough to make you tear up, this is it.