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EP 7 review - overall actually GOOD

Sort of disclaimer (?): I’ve seen all the hate being thrown to this series and, honestly, I don’t really get it. I kind of consider myself a BL veteran as I’ve been watching bls for basically a decade now (my roots lie in anime and evolved through different kinds and countries, eventually discovering Thailand with Sotus).
What I think is really important to consider when you’re watching a bl is the company behind it. When you say that real good/masterpiece series are Kinnporsche or ITTSAY you’re right BUT, you’re talking about companies that care about “quality”. Most of the companies in the bl industry work for quality, not quantity.
GMMTV is not one of these. GMM works for quantity, not quality. They own their own TV channel, so they constantly need new content. That means they usually work on a project for about three months, then move on to the next one. They make big money, sure, but that money gets split into much smaller budgets across many series.Having knowledge of each company’s kind of “philosophy” and rulebook you know what you’re gonna get yourself into with a serie. You can’t compare Revamp with Khemjira (just an example as it’s my current obsession and has officially become my fav serie) as they come from different companies that have different ways of working. You can compare Revamp to My Golden Blood.

Revamp is a serie that has been on the works for a long time and is one of the very few first attempts at supernatural. Considering GMM’s usual budgeting and their ever-present dramatic elements, Revamp is actually a good series. It started off a bit cringey but evolved and developed, and I feel like saying it’s actually good. There surely is an evolution in the way vampire mythology is treated and the supernatural elements are portrayed compared to My Golden Blood.
All of my considerations are framed within the GMMTV universe and way of working.

That being said, THIS EPISODE LEFT ME SPEECHLESS…. NATACHAI MY BRO WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE????

Things I appreciated of this episode (and generally speaking of the series):
- There is barely any unnecessary drama between the main couple. I appreciate this more mature take on relationship-development. It’s pretty embryonal as in different moments it can appear as more chaotic and fast-evolving but I see the evolution gmmtv is going through. Bonus points for the detail of white hair on the keychain plushie that matches Ramil’s (surely the series merch).
- The whole ‘secret estranged half-brother’ storyline really surprised me. I was expecting there to be something like that ever since the first episode, as one of the details I first noticed was the erased name in the family book. I didn’t expect for it to come out now, I even sort of put it to the side thinking that it wouldn’t happen. Since it hadn’t been hinted at after that first book frame, I got to think it was Methas who caused the tragedy at the orphanage. I thought he might have had a rough time whilst his beloved vampiric Master was in the painting and ended up losing control. That, to me, justified his rigid, rule-obsessed nature.
So about Dracul, at first I thought his appearance was too sudden and thrown out too late but after thinking about it, it actually makes sense. Dracul represents videogame’s final boss. He’s the last level to play, the final battle. It’s the missing piece that connects all the dots and will be the key piece to ending most of the storylines/plot-lines open. This is what you call a well-made plot twist.
I was surprised it’s actually Dunk, as I never heard anything regarding him being casted but I might have been living under a shell during the time Revamp was in the works.

Taking into consideration everything I said at the start of this very long review, one thing I didn’t appreciate today and haven’t really understood throughout the serie is the lack of consistency in the whole vampiric mythology/rules. Today I asked myself how is it possible for Ramil to be born a vampire if they -by nature- are basically dead? Their biology shouldn’t make them able to reproduce. The rules of this specific vampiric universe have not been stated clearly. I understand the whole supernatural universes are a new central-theme for gmmtv as they have used the elements before but not as main plot-lines, but still these are details that the viewer should be provided with first thing. There’s always room for improvement though, so thumbs up!

Finally, here’s what I’m “calling” (as me and my bestie say, meaning what I think will happen):
- Dracul either kills or hurts Jett in the final battle. I think Jett will turn against him once realized the truth and they will mostly all fight against Dracul. Why is he (my) first designated to die? He doesn’t have room for a redemption arc. It wouldn’t really makes sense for him to fight the final boss, say sorry and go home promising to be good and forget the past. Death fits his character more.
- For as much as I wish Ciar ends up with Mekhin, he dies in the final battle. Mostly for the same reason as Jett. He doesn’t have any room for ‘redemption’. After a whole century living the way he did, he has his family back and he cares about them but he is alone. He doesn’t have any special bond and is actually a minor!enemy like character. He might be redemption himself upon death by saving Mekhin (I’m still sailing yes.), Ramil or even Punn, or completely oppositely he might die while trying to kill Pokpong (don’t ask me why but I had a feel about this).
- I’m 99% sure we’re gonna get a happy ending for the main couple but I always leave the benefit of doubt. That 1% is mostly related to the fact that I don’t have any clues on how the whole ‘immortality VS mortality’ thing will be handled.

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Here's what I think (i loved it)

I really liked the movie.
What I appreciated the most is that they treated it as an adaptation rather than a remake, perfectly preserving the original storyline.

I especially enjoyed how it was adapted to Thai culture, particularly through the use of comedy, which is a distinctive element of Thai entertainment. It felt stronger here than in the original Taiwanese version, but it still remained coherent within the story. It lightened the overall tone (don’t be mistaken, it is not mainly a comedy movie) while reflecting Thai culture beautifully. Menn is a bit goofy, and the film as a whole balances humor and cultural depth really well.

The choice to replace the original Taiwanese KTV Club with a Boxing Club is another cultural statement. It shows how deeply this version is rooted in local culture. This movie was clearly made first and foremost for the Thai audience, and only secondarily for international viewers, something also reflected in the guerrilla marketing campaign held in Bangkok.

The way the film tackles issues of identity, sexuality, and the concept of ladyboys (themes deeply felt and lived in Thailand) was, in my opinion, magnificent. From Titi’s character, with his construction and PP’s performance, to his ex-boyfriend, his father, certain moments of Menn’s journey, and several side characters, these topics were explored from multiple perspectives. The result is a portrayal that gives the audience a more complete and less stereotypical understanding of how these issues are perceived in Thailand. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows, alongside acceptance, diversity, and freedom there’s also hate, intolerance, and prejudice. Facing those things isn’t easy. Sometimes you just put on a mask of indifference and keep going, but that doesn’t mean it’s okay.



I’m used to seeing BK and PP in other kinds of works or in concerts, but I truly appreciated the director’s vision here. I could sense the male gaze (the director is a man), and there were only two specific frames I didn’t fully enjoy because, to me, they disrupted that sense of “realism”, the immersion that the storytelling builds. Still, I understand how they tie back to Thai culture.


The color palette is stunning, meticulously planned and, together with the styling, it creates a whole universe of its own. I laughed a lot at the shirt-changing scenes, especially at the beginning when one of the shirts had “Brescia” written on it, cause as an Italian that was unexpected and very amusing. I watched the movie together with my best friend and I sort of glitched for a moment as I said “wait a minute… Amo, does that shirt say Brescia or am I seeing things?” and we had a good laugh.
The locations are also remarkable, combining the essence of Thai culture with subtle Chinese influences in a seamless way.


The only moments that felt noticeably different to me, probably due to my emotional attachment to the original scene, were some small details in the final hospital scene, where Menn talks with his father, and of course, the change from the KTV Club to the Boxing Club we mentioned earlier.


I really appreciated the post-credit wedding scene as it gives you hope for another life. A little bit of sugar for the viewer, although I can’t say if it was related to the whole fancon/marketing or to the movie itself. The bittersweet feeling at the end still lingers, but if you already knew the story, you probably expected it. Before the film’s release, there were talks about the possibility of a different ending, which brings me back to my earlier point about adaptation VS remake. I truly appreciate the fact we weren’t given a happy ending just because.



I also love how Chinese culture keeps showing up in their works, it being related to the fact that both of them are of Chinese descent and part of the Chinese-thai community in Thailand. I appreciate its constant presence, kind of like an Easter egg for fans. For those who follow the actors, like I do, it creates a deeper bond not just with the characters, but with the actors themselves.

I've seen people debating about the whole 'unrealistic' aspect of ghost-weddings, but it might just be because it's not a storytelling too common outside of asian culture. You should always try to watch something whit a perspective related to the culture it comes from.

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Ep 8 review - I HAVE a lot to say ?️

I don’t usually write reviews, but I think I’ll start now- please be kind, it’s my first one. This episode left me absolutely speechless. First off, even with its nearly two-hour runtime, the pacing never dragged. The story flowed beautifully, and the way it was delivered kept me hooked the entire time.

- KengNamping NC Scene
This has officially become my favorite DMD nc scene ever (and perhaps even one of my all-time favorites). I felt every single emotion. Seeing P’Peem completely naked felt like the ultimate act of vulnerability: as though he were saying, “I am giving myself to you without any mask or veil, both physically and emotionally.” What we witnessed was a man who had been holding himself back for years finally allowing release (again: both literal and symbolic).
The acting was extraordinary. The performances were so convincing that I almost felt like an intruder, a third wheel in their intimacy, yet I couldn’t look away. The framing and composition of each shot mesmerized me; every detail carried weight, every angle intentional.
From Khemjira’s perspective, there was a palpable mix of excitement and apprehension, as this was his first real experience with physical intimacy. His character has longed to be “normal,” but has carried the weight of the curse his entire life, leaving little to no room for romance, even if he longed for it. What this scene captured was two people experiencing different kinds of “firsts,” both stripping themselves bare of everything that shielded them in their own ways.
And the sound design? Brilliant. I deeply appreciated that the sequence was underscored by a delicate, almost ethereal score that set the emotional, reflective tone. At selected moments, the faint, distant sounds of breath (mostly from Peem) were woven in just enough to remind us of the raw, human carnal passion beneath it all. Yet these physical expressions were deliberately subdued, reinforcing that the scene’s true core was emotional intimacy. It was the peak of closeness: two individuals merging into one presence, even without going all the way.

- Direction
I have to praise the director. Every detail, every frame, feels so intentional. The way the story is visually told with the gazes, the pauses, the framing, never fails to amaze me. Every little detail is thought before hand, everything has a reason to be somewhere specific.

- Storylines
I really appreciated finally getting some backstory on Rampueng’s vengeful feelings. I suspect she’s behind Yai Si’s illness, though I’m not entirely sure yet. I love how this central plot remains consistently present, while still balanced against the romantic arcs and nuanced character development.

- Charn and Jet
Their relationship unfolds in such a different way than Peem and Khem’s. They first surrender to passion, acknowledge their feelings but then take a step back, deciding to build something carefully, with all the uncertainty that entails. I love the contrast with PK's relationship building as it makes each story feel unique.

- Phor Kru / Peem’s Arc
I don’t think Peem’s confession and openness came too quickly at all. If anything, it felt like the natural breaking point after years of holding everything in. When he asks Khem to call him just P/Peem it’s clear he’s tired of the constant restraint that comes with being Phor Kru. He just wants to exist as himself for Khem, yes, but also for his own peace. That hit me hard, his yearning to shed the constant control demanded by his role. For once, he can exist freel, not as a 'spiritual-teacher' (wouldn't really know how else to describe it lol) bound by duty, but as himself. This moment of liberation felt essential both for his relationship and his own self-acceptance. (And side note: the haircut this episode? Perfection. I couldn't stop screaming everytime he was on screen- And major points to DMD for finally giving us realistic tattoos!)

- Acting
Namping absolutely floored me. The way he cries is just beautiful, it feels so genuine. And I especially admired how well he played a character who’s bad at lying. That’s harder than it looks, because you have to “act badly” on purpose, while still keeping it believable. He delivered it flawlessly.

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