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Expected too much.
This show desperately wants to be cute, quirky, heartwarming and at times, it almost pulls it off. But overall? It’s a cringefest with flashes of potential buried under layers of overused tropes, weak character writing, and emotional immaturity dressed up as romance.Let’s start with the tone. The show is clearly trying to be a fast-paced BL romcom with a zany vibe. But instead of being funny, many scenes land squarely in “secondhand embarrassment” territory. The jokes are often dated, and the characters' behavior (particularly the main lead's) feels more like fanfiction wish fulfillment than believable development.
The biggest red flag? The main character's idea of romance seems to involve ignoring every boundary imaginable. He simply doesn't take no for an answer, and while the show frames this as endearing persistence, it comes across more like harassment. That’s not chemistry. That’s emotional pressure. And it's played for laughs way too often.
Acting-wise, it’s hit-or-miss. Some moments work. Especially in the later episodes when emotions finally settle, but there are too many scenes where the line delivery feels stiff, forced, or straight-up overacted. Supporting characters are mostly one-note, existing more as comedic relief than actual people.
Then there’s the writing. Dialogue is painfully cliché, and the romantic beats follow the most predictable pattern imaginable: boy meets boy, boy invades personal space, boy falls in love because... reasons? There’s little effort to build any real emotional connection between the characters. Things just happen because the script says they should.
To be fair, the production isn’t terrible, it’s colorful, nicely shot, and clearly not the lowest budget in the K-BL world. And yes, there are a few scenes that land, mostly in spite of the writing, not because of it.
But overall, it feels like a half-baked comedy that prioritizes tropes over storytelling and pushes a romantic dynamic that’s more uncomfortable than cute. If you’re really starved for new BL content, it might be worth hate-watching. Just don’t go in expecting depth, subtlety, or respect for boundaries.
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Cute and short!
The positive feedback on this show was overwhelming and if it wasn't for it, I probably would have never watched it. The episodes are the ideal lenght with 8 episodes. For me, I think the story could've been more complex and therefore explained better if the show was longer but nonetheless, it was good!Biggest disappointment was the order of the scenes. I've found myself double checking if I was watching the right episodes as sometimes it didn't make sense.
I LOVED the chemistry between the main characters and the subtle way of hinting at a possible second couple (which I was rooting for since the first ''signs')..
In conclusion, if you're looking for something to relax to, this show is perfect.
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Not an ABO fan but this has me in chokehold.
As the headline suggests, I don't usually consume any ABO content hence why I was hesitant to watch this. The hype around it made me believe that even if this isn't usually something i'd watch, i'll give it a shot and oh boy, am I glad I did! I've been hooked on it unable to move. Even though there are some aspects that I personally don't like or cringe a bit at, the series is truly great! All four main leads are great actors and I feel like they all have a chemistry. As someone who hasn't read the novel, I'm really excited about it! So even if you're not a fan of ABO, this series can be totally for you too because you will love the main couples!Was this review helpful to you?
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Speedrun lover.
When I first saw the trailer and everything surrounding the release, I was super hyped. I genuinely thought, “This is the series for me, I’m going to love it with my whole heart.” The premise is exactly the kind of story I enjoy: childhood friends slowly falling in love. Sounds great, right? Well... it only sounds great.The biggest issue that threw me off and made me lose interest was the pacing.
If I didn’t know the show was still ongoing, I would have honestly thought I accidentally skipped a few episodes, like I was watching episode 7 instead of episode 2. I understand that Tuo has been in love for a long time, but that still doesn’t justify everything happening so quickly, crammed into just the first five episodes.
That brings me to another issue: Tuo himself.
I find him overly jealous. To the point where it actually made me uncomfortable. Some scenes were genuinely hard to watch because of how intense and possessive his behavior was.
As for their chemistry, it’s really inconsistent. Sometimes it works well and feels natural, but other times it’s completely off or unconvincing.
Of course, the series isn’t fully out yet, which is the only reason I’m still a little intrigued and hopeful that it might improve over time.
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Totally immersed.
This is one of those rare KBL dramas that doesn't just tell a story, it makes you feel it. The plot is beautifully grounded in reality, following characters who feel like real people rather than scripted roles. It's not over-dramatized or sugarcoated. Instead, it offers an incredibly raw, almost voyeuristic glimpse into someone’s personal journey. Like you’re watching a real life unfold from a distance, not just consuming a show.The performances are deeply impressive. Both leads deliver subtle, emotionally layered portrayals that make their connection feel intimate and genuine. There’s a quiet intensity in their acting that pulls you in and refuses to let go. Their chemistry is powerful, and never forced.
Visually and emotionally, The Eighth Sense has a quiet, melancholic beauty that lingers long after the final scene. It's not just a love story. It's a story about identity, trauma, and the silent battles people fight beneath the surface.
Truly, a standout in the KBL genre. I have yet to find something this beautiful in the BL genre.
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They stole my heart, but
The series was really good and i'll defiinitely rewatch it soon! However i'm a bit disappointed with the short ending and the last 3 episodes. They felt a little rushed and it didn't make the impact on me it should have.But i'm willing to overlook it since the main couple has dug it's way deep into my heart. That brings me to another thing, as much as I love other main/supporting characters, the second couple just didn't get to me at all and i've found myself skipping their parts sometimes and it made me a bit sad. But that's an issue on my part definitely. Overall the series is a great and i'd definitely recommend it and rewatch it!
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