WELL, THEY WERE DEFINITELY IN LOVE!!
Boys in love, what was it about? Well, boys in love!! Boys in love is a nostalgic reminder of how it feels to fall in love for the first time, and how messy, awkward, and wonderful that can be.
Set against the backdrop of a new school term, this series delivers exactly what it promises: innocent romance, genuine chemistry, and relatable coming-of-age struggles.
It's not the most groundbreaking story you’ll find in the BL genre, but what makes it work is the sincerity and simplicity of its execution.
The main couples, Shane & Kit and Kim & Mon, are two sides of the same coin. Shane is the perfectionist tutor reluctantly drawn to Kit’s chaotic charm, while Kim is the shy, daydreamy boy crushing hard on the new student Mon. These characters don’t rely on tropes as much as they reflect real personalities: insecure, hopeful, and sometimes scared to admit their feelings.
Special credit goes to Chokun and Aston (Kim and Mon) whose natural chemistry makes even their quietest scenes feel loud. Their glances feel loaded. Their awkward silences? Completely endearing.
Underneath the romance, Boys In Love also explores themes of self-acceptance, friendship, and breaking expectations, especially the unspoken ones that society, school, and even family place on young people. There’s a softness to how the show handles identity, it doesn't rush to label everything. It just lets these characters feel what they feel.
FLAWS:
The slow pacing might not be for everyone. Some episodes feel more like emotional snapshots than major plot moves. And while the chemistry between leads is strong, I feel like we could've gotten more from the other couple(s). The dialogue, at times, dips into cliché, but never enough to distract from the overall charm.
MY FINAL THOUGHTS:
Boys In Love isn’t trying to be the next genre-defining BL but it’s trying to make you remember your first love. And in that mission, it succeeds beautifully. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, sincere, and just a little bit awkward (in the best way), this one deserves a spot on your watchlist!! (also I'd say the cat is a HUGE bonus)
Set against the backdrop of a new school term, this series delivers exactly what it promises: innocent romance, genuine chemistry, and relatable coming-of-age struggles.
It's not the most groundbreaking story you’ll find in the BL genre, but what makes it work is the sincerity and simplicity of its execution.
The main couples, Shane & Kit and Kim & Mon, are two sides of the same coin. Shane is the perfectionist tutor reluctantly drawn to Kit’s chaotic charm, while Kim is the shy, daydreamy boy crushing hard on the new student Mon. These characters don’t rely on tropes as much as they reflect real personalities: insecure, hopeful, and sometimes scared to admit their feelings.
Special credit goes to Chokun and Aston (Kim and Mon) whose natural chemistry makes even their quietest scenes feel loud. Their glances feel loaded. Their awkward silences? Completely endearing.
Underneath the romance, Boys In Love also explores themes of self-acceptance, friendship, and breaking expectations, especially the unspoken ones that society, school, and even family place on young people. There’s a softness to how the show handles identity, it doesn't rush to label everything. It just lets these characters feel what they feel.
FLAWS:
The slow pacing might not be for everyone. Some episodes feel more like emotional snapshots than major plot moves. And while the chemistry between leads is strong, I feel like we could've gotten more from the other couple(s). The dialogue, at times, dips into cliché, but never enough to distract from the overall charm.
MY FINAL THOUGHTS:
Boys In Love isn’t trying to be the next genre-defining BL but it’s trying to make you remember your first love. And in that mission, it succeeds beautifully. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, sincere, and just a little bit awkward (in the best way), this one deserves a spot on your watchlist!! (also I'd say the cat is a HUGE bonus)
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