It is based on a story that's titled Counterattack. It's not meant to be fair nor pretty. Suo Wei started this…
I get the idea that it's a "revenge" plot and it wasn't going to be pretty. I just didn't think they'd double down and in some cases "triple down" on all the BL tropes, stereotypes, and threats of rape. Wow! For a Chinese BL, they're going ALL OUT!
I was really liking this series up into the last few eps. All the manipulation, threats of rape, toxicity, tropes and stereotypes at every turn. If I didn't know any better, I'd swear this series was a "parody" of the BL genre. At this point, I'm now dropping it, even though I've really liked it for awhile.
Obviously, the novel The Next Prince is a BL knock-off of The Game of Thrones. I just wish it had been just as interesting. From what I've read from those who have read the novel, had this series followed the novel more closely, it may had been just as interesting. Too bad!
It's not the first time that a person uses an "imaginary" friend to get through some difficult times. However, it's usually younger persons and kids. And they generally grow out of it as they become older. But again, some retain that even into adulthood. Yeah, it's kind of cringy and weird, but some folks "just are" and it's okay. Gamers are a "different" breed of individual. They have their own subculture within alot of bigger cultures. I agree with @oddsare. This is a unique idea and if done in a way that help Hill grow then, it could be a very interesting series.
China has restricted Boys' Love (BL) content due to concerns over capitalist exploitation of youth-driven trends,…
Great answer. Many BL viewers don't realize that much of the Chinese government's response is greatly due to Addicted, which aired in 2016. Prior to Addicted, the Chinese government kind of/sort turned a "blind eye" to BL content, and did very little in response to the production of BL content. However, after Addicted aired, China's reaction to any kind of BL content, lgbtq+ content, etc. was "persona non-grata." The government even punished and placed serious restrictions on the leads in that BL. Which begs the reason, why are the Chinese BLs (not bromances) now being produced?
Khanin just found out about the mining problems a few episodes ago. At the protest he said he was going to make…
Wow! That was a great summation. You have the gift of writing. I wished they followed the book a little closer. 😕 l had already guessed that Wasin was deeply involved, since he had no heir. It wasn't hard to guess that the king was corrupt.
So, am I to understand that Wasin killed Khanin's mother and tried to kill Khanin (as a infant) out of revenge?
Im surprised that this show has such a high rating of 8.2 when its so bland. The show deserves points for expensive…
I, too, am surprised at the high rating. I agree with many of your observations, especially the one about it being "a vanity project for the two leads." I haven't read the novel. But this series had great potential, especially if it had focused on the intrigue of the story. Yes, Ramil/Paytai and Calvin/Jay had stories to tell, but we only got glimpses. And because of this, the series missed the mark.
I really love this series but it has so many sub plots and planting, while the episodes are only 14They should…
There are/were a lot of loopholes in this series. IMO, like you said, if they had focused on one part of the plot, it would be a lot better. Otherwise, they couldv'e made it between 18-24 episodes and told more the background to fill in the holes.
Khanin just found out about the mining problems a few episodes ago. At the protest he said he was going to make…
I'd also like to know who killed Khanin's mother? Was it the King, or someone else? Finally, does Khanin win the competition? I have a feeling that he doesn't.
I'm liking this series. Unlike some of the other period-based plots, this series isn't trying to infuse some form of magic, time travel, or supernatural element. What's interesting is how the series is sticking to the customs, mannerisms, and mindsets of the Siamese people of that period.
It's becoming evident that Thee is somewhat "different" from the other noblemen and that he fancies Kuhn Rati. We don't know much about Rati. However, France during that period had complex views regarding same-sex relationships, but had decriminalized same-sex relationships, which was ahead of many other European nations. It will be interesting to see how the series progresses with the two relationships, given the attitudes of the Siam culture during that period.
What the hell is going on with this season 2? Everyone (and I mean everyone) is either keeping serious secrets from each other or double-crossing each other or both! Then each of them dares to say, "Trust me." WTF! Oh yeah. This series is a freaking mess! It's no wonder that a resurrected, disabled Tony can take them all down. LMFAO!
I partly agree with the sentiments of @Risha_star about the writers. They're doing way too much in this season 2, and it's become convoluted. I also agree that it'll be interesting to see how the series ties up all of this mess in 2 eps. But I guess we'll have to wait and see. LOL!
So, am I to understand that Wasin killed Khanin's mother and tried to kill Khanin (as a infant) out of revenge?
It's becoming evident that Thee is somewhat "different" from the other noblemen and that he fancies Kuhn Rati. We don't know much about Rati. However, France during that period had complex views regarding same-sex relationships, but had decriminalized same-sex relationships, which was ahead of many other European nations. It will be interesting to see how the series progresses with the two relationships, given the attitudes of the Siam culture during that period.
I partly agree with the sentiments of @Risha_star about the writers. They're doing way too much in this season 2, and it's become convoluted. I also agree that it'll be interesting to see how the series ties up all of this mess in 2 eps. But I guess we'll have to wait and see. LOL!