My top 3 of 2024!
I have to admit, this is easily one of the best Korean BLs I’ve ever watched. And that’s saying a lot, because most KBLs lean into the same cheesy, lovey-dovey tropes. This series? Totally different. It didn’t feel like a fantasy or a sugar-coated romance, it felt raw, real, and honestly a little painful at times. I even had to double-check that it was really Korean because I’ve never seen this kind of vibe from the genre before.
What stood out most was how unapologetically honest it was about identity, family, and love. Ko Yeong’s struggles hit me hard, the push-and-pull between wanting acceptance and dealing with rejection, the complicated love he had for his mom, and the heartbreak of chasing connections that weren’t always right for him. His love stories weren’t just about who gets the happy ending, but about timing, growth, and the scars we carry. Nam Gyu was the “what if,” Youngso was the betrayal that cuts deep, and Gyu Ho… he was the one that felt like home. Watching those relationships unfold felt messy but so beautifully human.
I also loved how Mi Ae (his roommate) became such an important part of the story. She shows what chosen family really means, sometimes the people who stand by you aren’t blood relatives, but the ones who choose to be there when you need them most.
And seriously, the acting? Next level. Every emotion came through so raw that I forgot I was watching fiction. The cinematography and narration gave it this moody, introspective vibe that made me feel like I was living the story with him.
This isn’t your typical BL, it’s not about fluff, it’s about feeling everything. Messy, heartbreaking, hopeful. Easily one of the most powerful shows I’ve seen in the genre.
What stood out most was how unapologetically honest it was about identity, family, and love. Ko Yeong’s struggles hit me hard, the push-and-pull between wanting acceptance and dealing with rejection, the complicated love he had for his mom, and the heartbreak of chasing connections that weren’t always right for him. His love stories weren’t just about who gets the happy ending, but about timing, growth, and the scars we carry. Nam Gyu was the “what if,” Youngso was the betrayal that cuts deep, and Gyu Ho… he was the one that felt like home. Watching those relationships unfold felt messy but so beautifully human.
I also loved how Mi Ae (his roommate) became such an important part of the story. She shows what chosen family really means, sometimes the people who stand by you aren’t blood relatives, but the ones who choose to be there when you need them most.
And seriously, the acting? Next level. Every emotion came through so raw that I forgot I was watching fiction. The cinematography and narration gave it this moody, introspective vibe that made me feel like I was living the story with him.
This isn’t your typical BL, it’s not about fluff, it’s about feeling everything. Messy, heartbreaking, hopeful. Easily one of the most powerful shows I’ve seen in the genre.
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