Saikai

Why did they only filmed the budding part?

*happy ending*


Okay, I have read the manhwa and I love how they almost followed it to a T, but korean bls only last 8 episodes or so. It is a bit sad that they only filmed the part where their love is still budding.

The acotrs really played their characters well, but I see no chemistry to the two of them. I love Yechan's actor so much but I dont see the love in Yul's character's eyes. They felt like a older brother and a cute lil brother type of story that it felt a bit disappointing.

Ye chan's actor is the best in the series. So few can pull off that cute facade with a huge build like that and I have seen the BTS of these series and he really is cute in reality. I also really love his mom and village head Ma. They are the best actors in the series. Hoping to see more of them in other series as well. They acted soo naturally that I felt that they were almost true to life characters, which I really love in this series.

I guess we wont have a season 2 of this because the storyline botched Insuh's portrayal in the series. Made him be like someone bitchy, even though he is one of the integral parts of the next arcs.


This no doubt is one of the best korean BLs so far and also one of the best live actions I have watched.

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It's better because it is only 7 episodes

*happy ending for both couples*

Firstly, i liked the flow of the story. Mame does not disappoint in this regard. The NC scenes and plotline flowed naturally for a 7-episode series. However, I think the NC scenes are too thirsty? They are sooo rushed that I felt they are more lusty than in love.
The actors' acting also needs improvement. I felt throughout the series that they only have one to two expressions. A weird smile and a talkative persona as if the script is memorized.

Liked how the plan went smoothly as it does not sit well with me if they continued with the marry plot thing. I just think that it was necessary as there really are some parents who needs those heavy measures to help finally understand their children.

This is a cute series, but definitely not one of Mame's best. Still, better than tharntype though. Hoping to hear more on the main couple and see more improvement from them.

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The great casting was ruined by a confusing writing

For those wondering, this serie has a *happy ending* for all three couples.

First of all, don't get me wrong, I like this series. Maybe because the last episode really redeemed the whole story, but also the casting carried the entire series.

Overall impression I had while watching is that this serie is so damn funny without needing to. The cliches they did as something serious just made me laugh out loud. I feel somewhat embarrassed for them. Hahaha

However, most parts of the story is very very confusing. For instance, if you watch, Ai's attitude in ep 7 was soo weird for me. He just got mad without reason. And while watching, I kept shouting "explain, explain the damn reason" but he didn't. All throughout the series, I exclaimed "why". Why did that happen? Why what's wrong with him? Etc. The writing of the story didnt made sense which is kind of sad as there are points in the whole series that they could've focused on and made the series a bit more unique than the rest.

For instance, I liked the startup plot. Though a bit technical, I felt that it was a good kind of plot. I am still laughing at those face mask design and the "stark enterprise" 😂🤣😂🤣

I also liked the dorm division plot. Though the way they did the examination was a bit weird for me.

Now, the casting.
Okay, I know I said that the casting carried the plot, but take this with a grain of salt. They did not act as if they had 10 years experience off their back, but they did acted in love. Though it was ruined horribly by the writing. Urgh. One example is that, they had this fabulous BrightMeen couple with a lot of hidden angst all over the years, and they just shortened their story with an abrupt kissing. Like wth.

The actors are very very handsome. There was one episode, I think it was ep 6, where Songkhram looked a lot like Cha Eun Woo. My gosh. Ai also looked like a love child of My tooth your love. And Meen, my meen is soo damn cute. He looks like Saint's little brother.

Lastly, what I mean when the last episode redeemed the whole series is because this series has one of the best realistic portrayals of love making and it is at episode 10 folks. My gosh they had a full blown 10 minutes. I think. I was lost in awe. This NC scenes is now written to my top 10, together with Love in the Air, Ghost house Ghost host, The warp effect and others.


In conclusion, there is something to love in this series but it was ruined by the horrible writing. Though don't let it stop you from watching this. It may not be a masterpiece, but it will be a tad bit memorable. I hope hope hope that the give the SongkhranAi and BrightMeen casts a better story to act in. Such a waste of explosive compatibility.

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I like it even though there are a lot of things I didn't like about it.

For those wondering, this series has a *happy ending*

I think that this may be one of the best korean BLs of the year BUT,
compared to other BLs, this is a bit confusing for me. I felt like there are episodes that are cut in a weird way that made the story not flow so well. It sometimes made me feel like I was watching a compilation of clips rather than a series. For instance, there is a moment where they don't talk and then they just met on subway like that without any clear explanation (did he follow him?).

Another thing is that, I also felt a bit confused about Jae Won's character acting. There is a moment where he kisses so deep and there are times when he kisses like a plucking chicken. He also became a bit awkward after they got together. He says he doesn't mind what others say but he is also not as clingy as before. I felt like he got so much relaxed about getting together with Ji Hyun, in a romantic sense.

Lastly, I also didn't like how they just brushed of Eun Ji's and Tae Hyung's very very horrible attitude with a sorry. Heck, Eun Ji didn't even said sorry. Ji Hyun did, and that was very aggravating. I hope they recieved some kind of moment for character development where they really repented from what they've done 'cause everybody else had some kind of adulting change, and they didn' t. It was so frustrating. I also didn't understand that stepping back-stepping up game at the end. Hahaha.

HOWEVER, what made me like this series a lot is the cinematography. I felt like I was watching Blueming with a hint of that american BL feel. The colors and the first NC scene is so well directed.

Also even though the opening is a bit weird for me, as it felt like I was watching an opening of Baywatch, and there is even that weird guy holding a surf board, it grew on me. At the end of the series, I felt that it was not that bad.

I also like Mira and Ae ri very very much. They are on my top tier list of best female characters for BL series. They are just so true, sweet, and caring throughout the series that I would love to hug them and hang out with them very much. Don't forget about Jun Pyo as well. Though I felt like his role as a very great bestfriend was a bit brushed of by the story. I hoped they have shown that as well.

I really like these characters so much that it made the tenth episode great when Mira finally got what she wanted. It had me in tears. Because she really really deserved it.

Lastly, even though there is no closure about Jae Won's trauma, family and mental sickness, I liked it more with that. Because I think that there is no need to hurry to 'heal' and just slowly getting better is enough, which the end of the series really showed that. I also loved how they showcased mental illness in this story and how there is nothing wrong with seeking help. Though I also felt that the therapist became a bit unprofessional with her tone at the end.


Overall, I think this is a series that could've been better with a more smooth transition of events like those of Semantic Error or Dating Sim. Sadly, it isn't. So it may be a very good watch, and I like it, but this is not one of those that I might rewatch again. It is a feel good BL though so I recommend others to watch it.

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Is it too short or just enough?

*happy ending*

Just like other reviews, I might say that this is one of the best BLs out there. I really love the focus on just one couple. And the angst of unrequited love felt like I was watching Sekaiichi Hatsukoi but with a more proactive protagonist. Ki Tae really went all out for Wan and I'm loving it so much.

The drama at ep 7 was chef's kiss. Though I wanted this to be longer, I also felt that the pacing and the length was just enough to keep my toes curled for excitement and not get bored of the series.

Is it just me, but game program k-bls really hit hard for me. Just like with Semantic error.

This series is just so nostalgic, feel-good, sweet and heartwarming without the excessive nc scenes. Definitely a must watch!

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Their own take of the manga

*happy ending*

This manga is one of my most favorites to reread of all time, that is why it took me a long time to finish it. There were some points in the series that did not match the manga, so I suggest manga readers to not re-read or read the manga before watching this.

Differences:
- first of all, kaburagi here is a bit different from the manga. There, I saw kaburagi as a sleepy, perverted man who only sees onoe in his eyes. In the series, I did not see much of the similarity with his live action counterpart. (he is very handsome though)
- the bits and pieces of the manga are rearranged to fit it in 8 episodes. So, as a manga reader, it became a bit weird for me, but still flowed naturally to the end.

What I loved:
- Onoe. He is soooo similar to the manga character he is portraying that I loved the great casting so much. He is very adorable just like his character. I really love the way he melts in Kaburagi's embrace everytime.
- other casted characters. Everyone is perfectly casted. Down to their lines, actions, mannerisms, even their looks perfectly fit their manga counterparts.
- this is one of the best Y manga adaptation I have ever seen. and I am very thankful that they didn't use the white background japanese bls always use when having NC scenes.


To everyone, this is highly recommended to watch. Also, to read. Just keep in mind that this is based on an old manga that is still being serialized right now, so to people of today, they might see some topics as a big nono. But this is very cute, I promise. Well directed as well.

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One of the best intimate BLs

*happy ending for both couples*

The story for me is kinda mediocre. However, it is carried by great expressive actors which I like. Mame, the writer/author, really has that theme of over-violence in her story which sometimes is too forced? I think the adding of kidnapping in PayuRain's case is just to add a kind of conflict to the already happy couple, but it made it quite awkward for me.

Prapai/Sky's story on the other hand (Sky's traumatic past), made the story flow with more sense. However, I felt that the quality of the production in their part of the season became more subpar than RainPayu one. Which I kinda felt sad about because the second story makes more sense to me.

I like the NC scenes though in the first one. They really feel so in love and there is no awkwardness, which for me is still quite rare in the industry. That kind of sexual compatibility.

Overall, I think the series is okay. Much kinda like Cutie Pie the series for me. Something I will rewatch in passing, but not because I love it overall. I still recommend readers to watch it though.

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Had a good start and somehow went downhill?

For those who are wondering, this short serie has a *happy ending*

Okay, I love the premise. I love how it is about cooking and rivalry and they are both handsome actors. However, they are only great at acting angry. At the start, it was great. It was as if I was watching a vlog of a budding couple, but I think the actors are too subpar when it comes to romance acting. They don't look in love enough especially at the kiss scene. That was one of the most dead fish kiss I have ever seen. They are better off fighting and bickering more.

Next, I hoped they left Laura and her restaurant. She is just too selfish and ungrateful. I hoped Jung Woo also left her. There are some choices of Jung woo that made me question if he really liked Do Gun.

Do gun on the other hand, fell hard for Jung woo. I hoped he had kept that tsundere feel more. But I am glad that he became independent. He is too good for that restaurant.

All in all, this show had a sweet premise but ended up acting like just friends. Which killed my enthusiasm to watch. They dont look in love enough and I think that is important when acting on a romance series like this one. Still, if you want to watch a relaxing show without heavy conflict, this is for you.

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I love every second of it.

For those who are wondering, this story is a *happy ending*

It's like the ITSAY of Japan, but this time, there are no deep conflicts. There are no conflicts about being both men, or that it is embarrassing, etc. Just plain love, and making sure of cherishing each other everyday.

I love that there is no major conflict to the story. Just two people discovering how to take care and express their love for each other. It is sweet in a sense that there is clear communication with each other and expression of their feelings.

One thing that I mind though is that it is short. It is just 4 episodes. However, the story concluded it well. I just hoped that their future lives are discussed more and their relationship defined more. Also a conclusion of the school festival. I would love them to have more time with each other.

I think the overall theme of this series is just plain love. Just love. Whether its the side couples and the main, they just showcase plain and simple love, and I love every second of it.

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I got ants all over me because of the sweetness

For those who are wondering, this serie is a *happy ending*

Things I like about this serie:
- Handsome actors especially Naoya. Such an ikemen.
- A very sweet and attentive seme. No red flags whatsoever.
- Tsundere bottom x pursuing top
- Top notch comedy.
- Followed the original to almost a T.

Things that I somehow didn't like about this serie:
- the randomness of scenes, especially in episode 7 and 8.
- The lack of skinship? Which opens new plot points if there will be a season 2. It's just, for readers who plan to watch this, just keep in mind that that this is a budding love. So there's progress, but do not expect too much.

Cinematography.
- Angles are very nice.
- There is a cloudy and dreamy visage all throughout the series, which makes it a bit hard to view some of the details in the series such as the surroundings. But I guess they did that to limit the part where there is not much of a population, I guess?
- I really love the voice overs and the soliloquy of the characters. It also presented both sides of the main roles which gives a better understanding of the story.

All in all, this is a sweet and good watch. I kept laughing out loud and giggling. I need a Naoya in my life too hahaha. If you liked Takara and Amagi and Cherry Magic, you will definitely love this too. So give it a shot!

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Two words to describe the whole series: Very Cool

For those who are wondering, this series is a *happy ending* for 2 out of 3 couples.
TAGS: Violence, BDSM

One thing that I really love about this series is the fight scenes. The camera tricks and the martial arts of the actors are very notable and clean. Though the explosions are a bit childish for the lack of a better word.

The love scenes are almost soft porn as most love scenes shows they are somehow naked which gives the feeling of lust and love at the same time. There is a ton of sexual tension in the lovescenes, but still makes it to a point that the love story does not hinder the flow of the story much.

Now the flow of the story is very smooth...up until the last episode which really confused me alot. There they presented new plot points that made the story confusing. Even right now, I still dont understand who isnt lying: Korn or Vegas's father.

I guess there are a lot of points in the story left unanswered to make sure to pave the way for season 2.

Overall, I just want to say that I did not regret watching this series. I am a bit adamant to watch it because I dont watch shows where they physically hurt their partners, but this show is bearable in that area. Add to that that the plot is very immersive and makes you want to watch more.

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A very good recreation of the short series

For those who are wondering, this series is a *happy ending*
TAGS: Supportive parents, Cheating, College life, Poor x rich

First off, in this recreation, Vee is still a bastard. This time he is shameless as well hahahaha. But Yin's acting improved a lot. In the 3.5-episode series, Yin is overpowered by War's excellent acting but in this one, his facial expressions are more expressive as well as his diction.

For me, Nuea is still the best for Mark hahaha. Nuea is such a sweet guy and Yihwa is still so savage.

I didnt like that they removed James role as a supportive bestfriend, but I liked that the seniors took good care of Mark. Ploy is a great actress as well. This time, the first episodes didnt made it seem that she was already cheating. She looks so innocent.

I am very glad about the cinematography of this series. It is almost like ITSAY when it comes to lighting and camera angles. Everything is screenshot worthy. Add to that the length of each episode which really explained the missing parts of the short series.

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Better than what I thought.

For those who are wondering, this is a *happy ending, *

Let's start first with things that I didnt like about the series, because it is soo few:
- When I first watched this series back in 2020, I stopped at Tossara because I didnt like the premise of Love Mechanics much, but when I am glad I watched it now. Though I dont think I like their ost compared to how much I liked Tossara's.
- Vee is an a*hole. I do not condone cheating, even if your other partner is cheating too. End things properly first. Mark needs a ton of hugs in this series.

Now to things I really love about this series:
+ Supportive friends. Get a friend like James.
+ Expressive acting. Maaaan, War can act with just his eyes. I really felt bad for him and at the same time find him sooo adorable. We must protect him at all cost.
+ Chemistry between leads.


Storywise, it all revolves the dorm, the bar and their love story. Not much regarding them being both engineers, which is good. It gives a different kind of feeling. I think overall, this part is better than Tossara.

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A hit of Nostalgia

*happy ending for all three couples*


Lovesick is one of my first BLs that I watched and has been my most favorite thai BL so seeing PhunNoh together again, together with the ost, I started feeling happy and nostalgic. Coupled to that that here, PerthSaint is together, which makes it a great watch as they are not together in LBC2.

Another thing that made it great is the acting. Perth is number one in this series for that. You can really feel the distrust and love he felt for Saint here. I also love that it seems nothing changed to the PhunNoh couple. They still hug the same and Phun still talks like the student secretary that he is. It's like Lovesick just ended yesterday.

2Wish on the other hand, showcased a different set of acting in which they seemed to have reversed roles and attitude compared to TinCan which made it a breath of fresh air.

All in all, it is a good watch if you love each of their own parent series and missed them so much.

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Shi de is stupid---stupidly in love

*happy ending for both couples*

Again, Yu's acting here is superb. It is the very reason I will rewatch this series. The anger, his love and his longing are deeply felt in his acting. However, the misunderstandings that led to the conflict are very...uhm stupid. Especially Shi de. I cant understand how he could do such a thing to Shu yi for 5 frickin years and act as if he cant tell the reason, only to break his promise. What were all those years are for?

Also, one of the reasons I rated this lower than season 1 is because of the second couple. I really dont understand it. The series made it seem like people with affective disorders are heartless, but it isnt so. They could also switch to happiness too. And not just mirror someone's feelings. The second couple's conclusion are also quite confusing.

I would rewatch this only for the first couple and Shu yi's dad which is really hilarious hahahah. Love him.

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