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Failed to end the story
In the first few episodes, I was so impressed with the story, cinematography, and acting. But on the last two episodes, I feel bored at all.The letter which was the start of everything just vanished in the end. I don't really like the attitude of Nam Do San and one of his friend (the vlogger). Tbh, I really wanted to skip all of their scenes because it makes me cringe so hard. But I can't because I am looking forward for the next scenes coming.
The story was a fresh breath of air for a K-Drama fan like me who watched too many genres.
The writer did dirty to Hang Just Pyeong, who beat the main couple and steal the hearts of the viewers. Why did they start from creating a Han Ji Pyeong who always been good to Dal Mi. Unlike Do San, who's a cry baby, Ji Pyeong should be the one that Dal Mi chose.
That's it, I was just frustrated in the end and by Nam Do San's character but overall, I enjoy watching this drama.
OST's are sooooooo good!! I love it
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There’s no room left to cry
I knew this drama was going to wreck me, and honestly, this is exactly my cup of tea. I love emotional, tragic dramas filled with warmth, comfort, and quiet romance. Why did I only decide to watch this in 2026? I seriously missed out on one of the most beautiful masterpieces of 2023.One Room Angel is filled with powerful metaphors and tells a deeply moving story about love, healing, and finding someone who gives you the strength to live life to the fullest again.
I actually rediscovered this gem because of its ending theme song by Sano Ibuki. The song is overflowing with emotion, just like the drama itself. Every episode perfectly balances calmness, humor, and melancholy, creating an atmosphere that feels both comforting and heartbreaking. I loved every single moment of it. And yes, the cast is incredibly handsome. I honestly spent the whole series wishing they would kiss.
Kouki is such a heartbreaking protagonist. His entire journey is painfully tragic. After nearly dying from a stabbing, he’s given a second chance at life. When he returns home, he meets an Angel who slowly becomes his source of comfort and the place he can truly call home. Ironically, this Angel is rude, sarcastic, funny, and constantly complaining, making it impossible for the kind-hearted Kouki not to grow attached to him.
There are many interpretations regarding the Angel’s true identity. At first, it almost feels as though he could simply be Kouki’s imaginary friend, a delusion born from his overwhelming loneliness. But as the story unfolds, we learn that the Angel was actually a student who took his own life on the very night Kouki was stabbed. Crushed by guilt, bullying, and the complicated feelings surrounding a classmate who both tormented and secretly loved him, his story becomes just as devastating as Kouki’s.
While watching this series, I suddenly realized something. I think I’d be okay if I had an imaginary friend or an Angel, that only I could see, someone I could tell everything to. Loneliness can slowly consume a person, and carrying every emotion by yourself is truly exhausting. That’s why Kouki’s loneliness felt so painfully real throughout the entire story.
One line completely shattered me:
“Since this guy came, I no longer think I want to die. On the contrary, it’s the opposite.”
Hearing Kouki say those words while hugging the Angel was absolutely heartbreaking. The Angel became the person who finally said everything Kouki had longed to hear his entire life.
As expected, the ending left me in tears. It was unbelievably beautiful. The Angel was finally able to fly, leaving Kouki behind. But the love, comfort, and memories they shared remained with him forever. The scene where Kouki’s mother finds a single feather and Kouki suddenly breaks down crying completely destroyed me. He later turns that feather into a beautiful necklace before saying goodbye to the tiny apartment where he met the love of his life.
Kouki, who had once lost all hope in living, finally learns to embrace life again with gratitude and hope because of the brief but life-changing encounter he shared with the Angel. It reminded him that life isn’t so bad after all.
I’m still tearing up while writing this review. One Room Angel is truly a beautiful masterpiece.
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I swear to all the Thai temples out there… I am in love
Short, but seriously impactful. I didn’t expect to fall this hard for SurfJava, but here I am, completely head over heels. Their portrayal of Tum and Oh fits them perfectly. I’m such a sucker for the enemies-to-lovers trope, especially when it comes with this level of tension and chemistry. Their performances? Electric. It was fun, romantic, and ridiculously addictive.I love how the story creatively weaves through the adventures across nine temples, the legendary pants, and even the recurring motif of face scars from beginning to end. It all sounds quirky on paper, but it works, and it makes every TumOh moment feel big and incredibly meaningful.
And can we talk about Surf’s speaking voice? So soft, it’s honestly mesmerizing. Then there’s Java, whose tiny, adorable tattoos add so much personality to Oh. And that couple tattoo at the end? I lost it. The dynamic between Tum’s soft-hearted gang leader persona and Oh’s charismatic, slightly chaotic charm is just a chef’s kiss. Their constant bickering never misses; it’s playful, sharp, and full of chemistry.
Watching Tum stare at Oh had me melting like ice cream under the sun. Their dynamic, like a dog and a cat during the day, then suddenly intimate at night, felt like an emotional rollercoaster in the best way. And those scenes where Surf grabs Java’s waist were so great. But then Java hit me with those teary eyes after the betrayal, and suddenly, I am drowning in emotion. They can act with an insane range. And yes, Christopher Boonying is an icon because of that.
The temple fair scene was another highlight. It was fun, chaotic, and even funnier in hindsight when we realized Messi felt completely invisible in the couple’s clingy little world. I’m obsessed with the ending, probably just as obsessed as Tum is stealing kisses from Oh.
This drama feels like an indie film with a surprisingly high-quality finish. It made me fall so hard for SurfJava that now I desperately need them to headline another series together, the sooner the better.
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School Trip: Joined a Group I’m Not Close To
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Hioki and Watarai, joining the list of most notable J-BL characters
I love everything about this show! This is super duper cute, and the whole ten episodes consistently feel so great. Even before airing, based on the promotion and teasers, I knew that this would be another J-BL masterpiece. They didn’t disappoint. I’ve already fallen in love since the beginning. The chemistry is top-notch!Taking inspiration from a popular “F4 concept,” focusing on BL without the touch of any form of bullying. It leads to my whole watching experience to be calm and touching. Watarai’s romantic scenes were so smooth, and I love a green flag man. Hioki, on the other hand, is the epitome of cuteness. Everything he does spells C.U.T.E. My baby is surrounded by love, and I am so proud of him.
One of the most beautiful plots from this drama is how Hioki found his people from his new class. He started being an introvert with no classmates as friends to hang out with, but thanks to the school trip, he met the four heavenly kings, who then became his squad afterwards. I remembered how exciting the scene of Hioki and Watarai sharing a bed in the hotel was.
Hioki’s inner dialogue is always so entertaining. His small panics when Watarai are directing to show him his love were so funny. The confession scene at the beach was also one of my favourites. Isn’t it just so romantic to open up your feelings with the soothing breeze of sea air?
Then, Watarai hugging Hioki behind the gymnasium curtains was also a highlight. They have so many scenes that are unforgettable and have created an impact on the viewers. And that kiss at the finale? Oh well, they served pretty well. Love it so much!
The overall feelings are so positive, and it is obvious that I enjoyed the series so much. There’s not too much drama involved here, just two young men who are slowly falling in love with one another. A school series done right, and they made it even more special for BL-fans.
Hioki and Watarai, you’ll always be special characters in my heart. I love you both!
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Happy for the sequel, but there’s nothing really special about it
I miss them. The prequel was lighter and tender compared to this sequel. It is more focused on the deeper connection between the couple’s individuality and their love for their craft. They went outside the box of delivering a trope of two celebrities getting caught dating by the public. This is commendable; however, the scenarios were too slow, which created a gap between the couple.What happened to my dear Shirasaki? I have adored him from the first season, but he suddenly felt too focused on himself. I understand that it is one of his flaws when he is being driven by his role. I feel pity for Hayama too. Living under one roof but being separated by their own rules was painful. The couple just needs to communicate and comprehend each other more often. The most disappointing part is that we have fewer romantic scenes in their dating era compared to their flirting era.
The additional character in the story was unexpectedly weak. I love his backstory of losing his roles to Shirasaki, but I know they can create a way better spice-up challenge for the couple. Despite the disappointments, I still enjoyed this show on an average level. The confirmation of the side couple having their own sequel was the cherry on top. The OSTs and the arrangement of the opening were the best too.
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Odajima’s unexpected journey of finding a new reason to live on
Such a classy and perfectly crafted show. And hey, it’s a Yakuza-themed BL! This show explores the uncanny life of a boy born into a family where incest is forced. This eventually became his sole reason for not valuing his own life. A few years later, he found another family through the presence of his best friend, Asahi. Who then died by protecting the young Yakuza leader and his role model. The emotional buildup for Odajima was impressive.I was expecting it to be more chaotic, but it turned out to be gentle yet endearing. Kataoka brings color to Odajima’s grey and sullen life. I just love it every time Kataoka calls him his ‘beloved wife.’ Their chemistry is top-notch! And their intimate scenes were so sizzling hot that the car scene at the finale was magnificent. Also important to mention that all the casts are so handsome! Eye-candy visuals.
This might be short with just a few EPs, but ultimately enough to satisfy my BL-heart. Them wearing a Hawaiian shirt on an island during the ending was so beautiful. The color yellow shirt signifies joy and happiness, which the two were finally able to reach together, ending the show with such a lovely kiss!
The opening OST was so appealing in both visual and audio elements. It also has the right balance of comedy, romance, and drama, which makes the series more entertaining. Absolutely love it, and I want to see more from the main couple starring in a new drama or a possible sequel.
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Divided by kingdoms, united by hearts.
A historical love story of two princes-turned-kings and how they continue to love each other despite their complicated title as rulers. Both of their background stories were saddening; Shu He lost his mother, and Zi Ang lost his entire clan except for his brother. A few years later, they meet each other, and the beginning of lies and deceptions. I love the chemistry and build-up of their characters in every single EPs.I just wish to see more martial arts scenes without the basic sword fights. Yet, I fully understand that they are more focused on the story rather than the fight scenes. The crown prince's role is too hateful, especially when he is the reason why the sixth prince's fingers were badly injured and stopped him from playing the arts anymore. Politics can corrupt one’s mind and turn their roots to evil.
The way I was flabbergasted by their first kiss in the middle of arguing was too memorable. No more China’s bromance and BL-censorship, we win. EP08 was probably one of my favorite endings from the show. The time when they realized that their royal status was a hindrance to their relationship and decided to let go.
Eventually, both of them became ruler of their respective nations. This is the most exciting yet traumatizing part. The show’s title, “Kill to Love,” is extremely presented when Zi Ang annihilated Shu He’s kingdom, then holding him like a caged bird. His obsession with being reunited with Shu He is the only thing that matters to him the most. Building a replica of the sixth prince’s residences was actually so romantic.
At the end, Xiao Shu He chose to die, with Duan Zi Ang embracing him and then following him to the afterlife eventually. A tragic ending, yet a very reasonable one for such a complex love story. Both of them died at the end, but at least they were finally able to rest peacefully from the chaotic world of power and desires.
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Lovely, but not as deep as what is implied in the title
I love Japanese BLs and their addiction to soft, tender, and somehow heartbreaking love stories. At first, I understood that the title is connected to one of the camera’s elements for capturing a nice photo, which is the passion of one of the MCs. Yet, as the story progresses, it slowly loses impact as it inconsistently maintains a well-balanced pacing.I know that both characters are gentle in their own ways, but I also want them to be more aggressive or express more emotions, especially when they are reunited after the three years' time skipped. The lack of romantic scenes, with the ending of the story right after they finally became a couple, was a wasted opportunity.
I want them to kiss so passionately, and we almost got it from the finale, yet they decided to cut it to the exciting part. The chemistry was underutilized. Nevertheless, both actors performed well. They are both so handsome and pleasing. The rooftop scenes were always so beautiful with the touch of sea and clouds as the background view.
The rooftop was their sanctuary.
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High contender for BL of the year but unexpectedly tripped midway
Its enemy-to-lovers trope, idol setup, and overall appearance evoke K-Drama vibes. GMMTV made the best decision to bring their boy group into acting, as all five of them performed well in their respective roles. The concept was already unique for a Thai-BL, which made them different from the rest.I want to re-experience those butterflies in my stomach moments when I watched the first few episodes when Thame and Po are just starting to flirt and get to know each other. Its sequence of having two parts of the story per episode was clever. Every EP begins with Thame trying to win back the hearts of his members and the last part focuses on Thame and Po’s romance. It covers my favorite moments from the show. One is when Thame memorized Po’s number. Second was the very long phone call with Thame learning Po’s favorite song overnight to play it to him. And of course, the jealousy scenes.
Throughout these EPs, I am patiently waiting for Friday to come faster. Not until they ruined Jun’s character and used him to align the romance between the main couple. I hate that they made it so evident that Jun admires Po to some extent. But select the latter to conceal his feelings and reason out of helping his dear friend Thame to realize things. I know that ThamePo will be the end game but they can make a better conclusion to Jun’s story.
Right after this EP, we’re back again with the same issue of who stay and who should leave Mars. It was too dull and repeated, together with the break-up scenes. The downfall from having a perfect ten to nearly reaching an 8-9 score was dissatisfying. At least the concert at the end was good enough for me to realize that this show still deserves a 9/10 for the overall impact.
A few more notable elements were the set of beautiful OSTs and Est and his greatness in delivering his role as a soft and gentle lover. He is so pretty even when he cries that I want to see more of his dramatic scenes in the future.
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The SkyNani Effect
Let’s begin by saying that I’ve never watched the original Korean series and solely started binge-watching this after falling in love with several SkyNani edits on social media. And now I understand the hype and became obsessed with their whatevership. This is a bromance with a silent ‘b’.When we get into the drama’s plot, we have several: tension, character development, bonding, lessons, and, most importantly, love confessions. This show gives me butterflies more than other BLs that aired last year. Saint and Shin are like a broken couple that reconciled and defines that love is sweeter the second time around. Sky showcases how years of experience hone him as an actor. There’s no doubt that he is the main character here, alongside Nani, who also carries out an outstanding performance. Their chemistry is top-notch!
Of course, the success of the series will never be complete without the excellent roles of each of the cast. Everyone nailed their characters. Mark Pakin is also the MVP as he portrayed Chadjen in the most realistic way possible. As a fan of South Korea’s school series (from 2015-latest), the primary goal of their shows is to convey to its audience the heartwarming youthful life of the students. Which, this remake version delivered it with a gratifying overall quality.
Most of us, the viewers, are students once in our life. I know that at some point, we can relate to the story. Personally, during my high school years, school is my home of peace. I will never make it without the friends that I shared joy and laughter with. Teenagers are too young to know everything and the best way to survive is by surrounding yourself with the right people. High School Fremeny is that school-based GMMTV drama that allows me to indulge in the nostalgic feeling of being a student once again.
To Saint and Shin, thank you for the beautiful story of your “friendship.”
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Great concept, weak plots
It's an interesting supernatural idea that limits the power to see the future in the span of 4 minutes only. But with a plot that should make the audience in awe but diverted to having a messy ending. This is another typical Be On Cloud’s project that only showcases a high-quality start with an extremely disappointing finale. I understand that the script is trying to give us shocking revelations but the execution was poorly done. If they had enhanced most of their scenes during the last two episodes, everything about this drama would have been a chef’s kiss.I highly appreciate and am well-devoured by Bas’ extremely outstanding performance as Korn in this series. He stole the show and uplifted the drama’s charisma. The presentation of his role was flawless. The love triangle of Korn, Tonkla, and Inspector Win is way more entertaining than the main couple. They nailed their characters and stole the spotlight even playing as supporting casts. But I must say that Bas and Bible’s chemistry as siblings is so cute that I want to see more of them as sworn brothers in the future.
The intimate scenes are also the best! It was tremendously romantic and amorous. Fuaiz and Bas made the finest sequence of passionate acts in the show. JJ became the third wheel here and I liked it better since the two mentioned paired above were explicit and intense.
In general, 4Minutes is a pretty average BL drama with a fascinating start that loses its spark from the dissatisfying scenarios established in the end. Nevertheless, the acting from everyone was great and set up a unique storyline that distinguished them from other BLs from this year. Nice work!
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In Kim Yoo Jung, I trust!
Another win for Kim Yoo Yung’s filmography! Ain’t the best but still performs pretty well. Her influence and her previous projects captured my interest in adding the show to my list. She always delivers her characters with her utmost acting performances. Indeed, one of the most versatile actresses in the entertainment field.Story-wise, it has uniqueness but can’t help but get bored from time to time. Yet, one thing is for sure, I enjoyed the touch of comedy, especially from the supporting cast. If I have to pick the most intense and memorable scene, it has to be the ending of the third episode. I was screaming and clapping my hands from the tension when Do Do Hee realized that the death of Madam Ju was not caused by a health incident but more a case of murder in which one of the family members was the suspect. The execution was that good to keep me energetic the whole scene.
Then, many things happened, some are good yet some are just average. Jumping to the finale episode, I liked how they concluded the story of each character. A happy ending for the couple and the people around them. But I get too emotional from two characters. First is the oblivious mother who lost her son at the hands of the true evil personality of the story, her husband. She misses him so much but it is too late for her to save her son. Regret and moving forward are her only options. The second and the most wholesome finale was when Jin Ga Young saved a little girl from her abusive father. This particular scene burst me into tears knowing how she has the same past as the girl she accidentally met in the present. I love this scene.
I rarely watch Korean dramas nowadays since I felt like I would never experience the same wave of feelings from the K-dramas in the past, especially from the 2016 era of K-dramas. Yet, My Demon is one of the few dramas that I gave a shot and never regretted it. It is fun, cute, chaotic, and has a lot of emotion to offer. Song Kang’s acting also improved a lot too. I am not satisfied with the fantasy element but at least I enjoy the comedy and a little bit of romance from the show.
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Casually good for a historical BL but felt bored from the lengthy episode
Not a big fan of time travel as the root cause of everything in a drama but seeing a historical Thai BL for the first time ticked my interest. Especially when a beautiful couple of handsome guys play the main characters. They have the right amount of chemistry and they did a pretty job of portraying their roles.The overall distribution of the whole drama package was just a neutral rating for me. Yet, they created a memorable scene wherein they drive their uniqueness in flourishing the olive oil massage scene with matching orchestra music in the background. It gives a sensational and erotic feeling towards the time traveler guy.
With all these, I am happy to see them end up together in the present time. But with the special clip shown during the credit roll, maybe a second season is possible which will be going to focus on the more distant past and letting the audience witness once again, another historical love story from the two. Yet, I am not sure if I will watch it or not because honestly, I hate feeling so bored watching a specific show, which I felt during the airing period of this drama.
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Toxicity never ends
Stunned. GMMTV did a great job of pulling another project with wild and extremely intimate scenes with numerous actors. There were too many problematic characters and I am well-entertained by the messy turn of events now and then. Yet, the plot twists weren’t as impactful as I expected them to be but at least they show how to properly deliver a complicated Western-like way of living. Almost all of them taste each other lips, not by a simple smack but literally in an assertive way of kissing.This show also served as Force and Book Redemption acting compared to their previous projects with bland and non-sense storylines. I guess that they perfectly fit bad boy characters and they survived with the help of the other actors who did a great job playing their respective roles. Mark Pakin once again, ate this show. He was too fragile, bold, and crazy in love with someone who didn’t even consider him a romantic partner. Boston is all about lust and I am happy that in the end, Nick realized how important self-love is, and chose to cut ties with Boston.
All of them have their red flags but if I were picking my favorite character, it would be either Sand or Plug. Although Sand is another man who is admittedly weak for Ray, compared to the rest of the gang, he is probably the least person who will cheat when he's in a relationship. Plug, on the other hand, left me an impression despite his short screen time. The boy was too sincere to be in a serious relationship with Yo, the bar owner. Maybe, he stole my attention because of his handsomeness and being someone new in the industry.
The OST is a banger too. It has an energetic vibe and upbeat music that fits the tension between the casts. The angst was somehow dynamic and cool but I still believe that they can do better. Subjectively speaking, I was hoping that either of the three couples would end up together in the finale since it was more mature and acceptable. But in reality, you can’t hide the fact that such people exist, those who re-entered a toxic relationship and tried to fight the pain of the painful past within themselves.
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Not in the king level of a show but enough to land you a smile
I must say that Lee Junho and Im Yoona’s pair are top-notch. They have already shown their romantic tension ever since their Senorita exceptional performance on a music show. That’s why when the drama was announced with them as the main lead, I immediately added this to my watchlist without even knowing what the story was. Lee Junho always made his series worthy of binge-watching effortlessly seducing the viewers to fall with his character’s charisma and vibes.They never failed, although I must say that the overall impact of the show is literally not that great. It was good enough for a fun time show with its light and romance elements but they failed to be consistent. I found myself fast-forwarding some episodes and I felt only one thing that time -boring. However, the finale episode uplifts and justifies the flop of previous episodes.
I came across a comment that the show lacks plot twists yet I feel like the show doesn’t need a more dramatic kind of appeal but needs more scenes to give to other side characters. I was hoping that the flight attendant lady would be promoted already in the last episode but it didn’t happen. In general, if you’re watching a soft and fun series, this is enough for you. But if you want more dramatic actions, you will entirely feel less about it. Nevertheless, King the Land gives me a Hermes smile with their quality of producing the whole show.
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