Reviews

Only Love Hurts Like This!

Goodness gracious, Netflix, you're on a Thai 🏳️‍🌈 roll on a Friday! IN LOVE FOREVER. CHASING LOVE. I WANNA BE SUP'TAR.Let's begin with episode 2 of ILF. In stark contrast to the river of tears in episode 1 — where I was already stocking up on tissues, sobbing over Lingling’s gorgeous face in golden-hour lighting and that momster’s slime-clad entrance — episode 2 grabbed me by the cheeks and made me grin like an absolute fool. I was smiling and laughing from start to end, celebrating the fact that Runch and Neen are both realizing they’re still so madly, stupidly, glowingly in love with each other!Runch’s face lit up like a festival lantern every time Neen so much as breathed in her direction. All that filial-piety tension took a backseat because this woman was too busy heart-eyeing her wife to care about generational guilt trips. Neen, bless her, was about as subtle as a glitter cannon — flirting with the energy of a wife who hasn't gotten it on in months — and I was game for every sweet, funny, affectionate second. Even the Momster couldn’t ruin the vibe; she oozed in briefly, probably to croak a guilt-laced one-liner, but Runch was so besotted she just nodded along and immediately returned to staring at Neen like the sun itself had made a guest appearance. Growth!It was the perfect fizzy antidote to the emotional barbed wire of episode 1. I laughed, I kicked my feet, I may have whispered “just kiss already” to my screen despite the fact that they are already married. This episode felt like a warm hug from the sapphic gods, and I’m ready to bottle that joy in prep for the inevitable angst ahead.After floating on that cloud, I quickly moved to episode 5 of CL — and the universe said, “How dare you be happy?” The stark contrast between the FWB good feels of episode 4 and the pain-angst-longing hurricane of episode 5 frankly became too dang hurtful. Episode 5 sat me down, handed me a cup of bitter tea, and said, “We’re going to feel things today.” My heart broke into a gazillion bleeding pieces, and my brain was screaming, “C’mon Song, just tell Piang’s grandma that your grandma is related to the royal family and you’ve got more pedigree than Piang!”I mean, drop the lineage bomb! Your bloodline has probably had tea with the monarchy, Song. Piang’s grandma would faint dramatically onto a chaise longue, and we could fast-forward to the reconciliation hugs. But no, we’re in the thick of noble suffering, stolen glances loaded with a thousand unspoken words, and Song standing there with her heart in her hands, patient as the sunrise while Piang and Mudmee are tangled in a velvet noose of family duty. I was clutching a cushion like it could absorb the sorrow, and every scene was a reminder that love, in drama land, is purchased in installments of exquisite pain. I’m not okay — but I’m also obsessed, naturally.And then Netflix, in its algorithm-driven wisdom, loaded all 8 episodes of I WANNA BE SUP’TAR for binge-watching. An awesome, ridiculous, tropey rom-com that feels like it was prescribed specifically to heal whatever CHASING LOVE shattered tonight. I’m about to mainline fluff like emotional first aid: fake relationships, accidental bed sharing, probably a rain scene with a confession — give it all to me. I’ll let the superstar shenanigans stitch my heart back together so I can do this whole beautiful, devastating dance again next week.In conclusion: my emotions are a three-ring circus right now, and I’m holding popcorn, tissues, and a little rainbow flag. Let’s go, you magnificent Thai GL Fridays.

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So Sweet, Like a Bomb Waiting to Explode

Goodness gracious, Netflix, you're on a Thai 🏳️‍🌈 roll on a Friday! IN LOVE FOREVER. CHASING LOVE. I WANNA BE SUP'TAR.Let's begin with episode 2 of ILF. In stark contrast to the river of tears in episode 1 — where I was already stocking up on tissues, sobbing over Lingling’s gorgeous face in golden-hour lighting and that momster’s slime-clad entrance — episode 2 grabbed me by the cheeks and made me grin like an absolute fool. I was smiling and laughing from start to end, celebrating the fact that Runch and Neen are both realizing they’re still so madly, stupidly, glowingly in love with each other!Runch’s face lit up like a festival lantern every time Neen so much as breathed in her direction. All that filial-piety tension took a backseat because this woman was too busy heart-eyeing her wife to care about generational guilt trips. Neen, bless her, was about as subtle as a glitter cannon — flirting with the energy of a wife who hasn't gotten it on in months — and I was game for every sweet, funny, affectionate second. Even the Momster couldn’t ruin the vibe; she oozed in briefly, probably to croak a guilt-laced one-liner, but Runch was so besotted she just nodded along and immediately returned to staring at Neen like the sun itself had made a guest appearance. Growth!It was the perfect fizzy antidote to the emotional barbed wire of episode 1. I laughed, I kicked my feet, I may have whispered “just kiss already” to my screen despite the fact that they are already married. This episode felt like a warm hug from the sapphic gods, and I’m ready to bottle that joy in prep for the inevitable angst ahead.After floating on that cloud, I quickly moved to episode 5 of CL — and the universe said, “How dare you be happy?” The stark contrast between the FWB good feels of episode 4 and the pain-angst-longing hurricane of episode 5 frankly became too dang hurtful. Episode 5 sat me down, handed me a cup of bitter tea, and said, “We’re going to feel things today.” My heart broke into a gazillion bleeding pieces, and my brain was screaming, “C’mon Song, just tell Piang’s grandma that your grandma is related to the royal family and you’ve got more pedigree than Piang!”I mean, drop the lineage bomb! Your bloodline has probably had tea with the monarchy, Song. Piang’s grandma would faint dramatically onto a chaise longue, and we could fast-forward to the reconciliation hugs. But no, we’re in the thick of noble suffering, stolen glances loaded with a thousand unspoken words, and Song standing there with her heart in her hands, patient as the sunrise while Piang and Mudmee are tangled in a velvet noose of family duty. I was clutching a cushion like it could absorb the sorrow, and every scene was a reminder that love, in drama land, is purchased in installments of exquisite pain. I’m not okay — but I’m also obsessed, naturally.And then Netflix, in its algorithm-driven wisdom, loaded all 8 episodes of I WANNA BE SUP’TAR for binge-watching. An awesome, ridiculous, tropey rom-com that feels like it was prescribed specifically to heal whatever CHASING LOVE shattered tonight. I’m about to mainline fluff like emotional first aid: fake relationships, accidental bed sharing, probably a rain scene with a confession — give it all to me. I’ll let the superstar shenanigans stitch my heart back together so I can do this whole beautiful, devastating dance again next week.In conclusion: my emotions are a three-ring circus right now, and I’m holding popcorn, tissues, and a little rainbow flag. Let’s go, you magnificent Thai GL Fridays.

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A charming, character-driven episode.

Episode 2 slows the pace compared to the explosive premiere, but that's exactly what makes it work. Instead of piling on more drama, it starts peeling back the layers of each character, giving us a better understanding of why they act the way they do.Neen continues to be the scene-stealer. She's mischievous, outspoken, and effortlessly funny, bringing plenty of laugh-out-loud moments while still feeling genuine. Her playful personality balances the heavier emotional scenes perfectly.The office setting also adds a refreshing dynamic. The interactions between the coworkers make the world feel more lived-in, and the comedy flows naturally without taking away from the emotional core of the story.What stands out most is the growing chemistry between Runch and Neen. Rather than rushing into romance, the episode lets their relationship develop through small moments, teasing the emotional journey ahead. You can already sense that beneath the bickering and awkward encounters, they're slowly beginning to understand each other.Visually, the series remains polished, with warm cinematography and expressive performances from Ling and Orm. Their acting continues to sell both the comedic timing and the quieter emotional beats.Overall, Episode 2 is a strong follow-up. It trades the shock value of Episode 1 for meaningful character development, heartfelt moments, and plenty of humor. It's the kind of episode that quietly builds a solid foundation for the romance to come.

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Four Stars

I'm confused by something and they may explain it later but after Dan Sim betrays the Grand Prince she was elevated by the Crown Prince?? She like a lowly court lady but her garments when she is forced to kill herself are garments of stature. I just don't know why the Crown Prince would even bother. Seo Ri is always so solemn, I actually do wish she would confide in Se Gye more but these fantasy dramas really lack substantaive writing sometimes. I still love the show though. My favorite quote/scene of the episode:SG: That script saw new edits thanks to me right?SR: A few?SG: From what i heard the male lead has a terrible reputation. He ruins kiss scens on purpose and bugs his costars privately to run lines off set. He is the biggest creep ever. I was just protecting my actor... Wait, why am I making excuses right now? If anything, you should be tanking me right now. SR: Yes, thank you very much. Thanks to you, I totally stole that scene.

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