Reviews

Great but never dares to go all the way

Okay so it leans into emotional realism more than flashy romance, centering on the quiet exhaustion that comes from work, expectations, and unresolved feelings.

The series does a solid job portraying burnout not as a dramatic breakdown, but as a slow, heavy fatigue that affects relationships and self-worth, which makes the characters feel painfully relatable. While the pacing can feel slow at times, it fits the story’s reflective tone and allows the emotional moments to breathe. The chemistry is subtle rather than explosive, relying more on shared silences and small gestures than grand romantic scenes.

One thing that I don't get it like it wants to be brave. The show hints at bold ideas about modern labor, automation, and emotional detachment through tech, but it never really digs deep into the ethical or social weight of AI... it mostly stays symbolic rather than critical.. The show plays it safe by softening the consequences and resolving conflicts too neatly, which undercuts the rawness it’s aiming for. So while it looks courageous on the surface for tackling burnout and vulnerability, it doesn’t quite push far enough to be truly uncomfortable or transformative. It ends up feeling cautious rather than bold—well-intentioned, sincere, but ultimately not as daring as it pretends to be.

Anyway it is a thoughtful, mature show that may not be for viewers looking for high drama, but it resonates deeply if you appreciate introspective storytelling and emotionally grounded narratives.

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Bad ML

I watched it cause Dew Jirawat was being casted. Is Jira blind or something because Koh is being such a red flag. The reason why Jira like Koh is because he is using him as his inspiration to his art and Koh is using him to have a better sleep. Especially the last part when Koh used Jira's art to program his AI even though Jira hates AI art the most. Then he forgave him one year later and banged on the table. Ing is being a good friend but her appearance in the show is very awkward timings, she just appears out of nowhere to give support. Marwin is there for comedy relief i dont understand. Pheem is clearly blind, he keeps pursuing Jira even tho Jira is toxically interested in Koh. To be honest i dont even know why Jira started to date Koh, there is no actual reason why they started dating they didnt even ask each other out. What kind of storyline is this. Pheem actually got to know Jira and there was character development, Jira even denied sleeping with Pheem because it was too early in their relationship. BOOM the next thing u know it Koh forced himself on Jira AND JIRA LET HIM. Pheem expressed his anger in the rage room and all Jira had to do was say he want to paint him and Pheem became interested in Jira again. SORRY BUT WHEN KOH CRIED WITH HIS SUNGLASSES ON, I FELT NOTHING. ITS SO BAD HE HAS NO REASON TO CRY. NO REASON AT ALL JUST BECAUSE HE HAS A SAD BACKSTORY DOESNT JUSTIFY HIM TO EXPLIOT PEOPLE. Ts is not cute at all.....KINDA WASTED MY TIME IF NOT FOR DEW JIRAWAT.

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Two Husbands, One Wife is a Japanese drama with a very unique plot and there’s something almost ironic about watching what initially feels like a fantasy slowly collide with reality. What begins as something shocking and unconventional gradually turns into a quiet, sometimes uncomfortable exploration of how complex emotions, expectations, and relationships truly are.

Plot*
The story follows Mia, who is in a loving relationship with Shinpei, a younger man with a carefree outlook on life. Mia is deeply in love and ready to settle down. She constantly drops hints about marriage, hoping Shinpei will eventually take that step. However, Shinpei views marriage very differently. Instead of a traditional proposal, he suggests something entirely unexpected, a three-person marriage. The revelation comes as a shock to Mia. She wants Shinpei for herself and struggles deeply with the idea, but her fear of losing him ultimately pushes her to agree. The third person turns out to be Takuzo, Mia’s ex-boyfriend, someone who is completely opposite of Shinpei in both personality and values. From that moment, the drama steps into unexplored territory, questioning what love, commitment, and partnership really mean when they exist outside social norms.


The concept is undeniably unconventional, and that boldness is what initially drew me in. This isn’t a familiar story, and the arrangement itself raises endless questions. The drama explores how society might view such a relationship, how intimacy and jealousy are managed, the rules that must be created, and how emotional boundaries are constantly tested. It also touches on the unexpected bond that grows between the two men, which gradually shifts the narrative into BL territory.

While I genuinely appreciated the uniqueness behind this approach, the narrative slowly began to lose its balance. As the story progressed, the focus shifted more and more toward the relationship between the two men, and Mia’s place within the relationship started to fade. At certain points, it felt less like a story about a woman navigating an unconventional marriage and more like two men in a relationship, with Mia existing on the sidelines.

That shift made me question whether such an arrangement could realistically be integrated into society at all especially when it felt like even the writers themselves struggled to fully balance and honor all three perspectives equally.


In my opinion, despite the originality of the concept, the drama ultimately felt incomplete. Many aspects deserved deeper exploration, particularly the long-term implications of such a relationship. Questions about children, emotional sustainability, and future stability were introduced but never truly examined. The drama mentioned many challenges, but it rarely pushed them far enough to truly challenge the viewer.
Shinpei’s backstory, in particular, felt underdeveloped. His motivations remained vague, which made it difficult for me to fully understand or emotionally connect with his choices.


This drama stands out for its willingness to challenge norms and present a relationship dynamic rarely shown on screen. However, its ambition feels bigger than what it ultimately delivers. It introduces powerful ideas but doesn’t fully commit to exploring them, leaving the impression that this story is only part of a much larger conversation.
I truly hope there’s a second season, not just to continue the story, but to give emotional depth, balance, and closure to characters who deserved more space to be fully understood.

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An Artistic Mess!

Burnout Syndrome tells the story of three characters: Jira, Koh and Pheem, who will eventually make you swoon, then ragebait you, and again will make you settle for less because of some "artistic" bullshit "heart wants what it wants."

Storyline wise, it was something that GMMTV had not made anything like this before. It's artistic, cinematographycally chatchy, and aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. But when it comes to the characters, the brain, who does all the judging, tells me it's a waste of time.

Out of all the characters who stood out for me were Ing, Mawin and our "second_lead_syndrome" guy Pheem. Especially, Emi, as Ing, was just outstanding and brilliant. She felt like HOME! Her every word was true to the core and had weight to it. Also, AJ, as Mawin, did a great job. He proved that he's more than just one comedy guy. He gave us something to look forward to his career in the future.
Now coming to the sad boi, Pheem; at first he was arrogant and thought he could win anything in life until he met Jira. He shattered him and left him like a broken tape recorder. He gave more than he received. Dew as Pheem was enchanting! The casting crew knew what they were doing. If it wasn't for the fixed ship, I would have been sold for DewGun.

As an actor, Off and Gun was as good as always. But Koh and Jira's character had no development whatsoever. Koh was as shitty as before without being sorry for whatever he did to him and Jira let him trample his art, soul and body. Jira let Koh EMOTIONALLY OWN HIM. AI part was left behind as it was nothing. Koh saw Jira with a capitalistic mindset and he continued to do so. Did he promise he'll not do it again? No. Then what made Jira trust him again with his art? Idk.
If you look at their characters, they were simply so chaotic and unruly that watching them makes this whole thing so overwhelming that you're left with a void inside. Why? Because they made every character so pathetic that it mentally caused me to think, "This is fictional, I shouldn't be THIS mad." But at the end of the day, because of fixed OffGun ship we, the audience had to sacrifice a good story to something like this. This storyline gives you problems, shows you the solutions but doesn't give you the liberty to enjoy it because, at the end, it doesn't make sense.

Cinematography, colouring, styling and colour combination of the series were beautiful. When there were were paired with soulful background music it became alluring. The art pieces were mesmerizing. Shoutout to the artist who's behind this. They created a very artistic vibe to the whole series regardless of how chaotic it was.

Overall, I had great expectations from P'Nuchy. I'm utterly disappointed with whatever it concluded to. It truly proved itself an artistic mess after all. I wouldn't mind if it wasn't a "happy ending". It felt forced.

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Great Chemistry, Questionable Writing

There is nothing wrong with clichés. I actually love them. When they are placed well and executed properly, they elevate a drama. The problem here is not that Dynamite Kiss uses tropes, but that in the second half it starts throwing everything in at once, hoping something will stick. Most of it does not.

Dynamite Kiss started phenomenally. It had the right amount of familiar rom-com setups mixed with small twists that made everything feel fresh. Ji Hyeok may look like the classic cold rich male lead, but he is actually goofy with a soft, puppy-like heart. Da Rim seems like the typical kind and pure heroine, but she is surprisingly assertive, witty, and fun to watch. Because of that, the clichés felt enjoyable instead of tiring.

The first half delivered lovable characters, great comedy, butterflies-inducing moments, proper pining, and well-structured internal and external conflicts. It made me excited to keep watching. Unfortunately, the second half replaced that charm with unnecessary stupidity. What bothered me most is that it mostly affected the female lead, and that is never a good writing choice.

Da Rim’s writing fell apart. She went from genuinely good and strong to unrealistically naive and careless. The writer turned her kindness into stupidity just to push a weak plot forward. That kind of downgrade is frustrating, because character growth should add depth, not erase intelligence. What could have been meaningful development became lazy writing.

Ji Hyeok was not as infuriating, but still disappointing. The drama introduced him with a solid internal conflict and emotional complexity, yet later he barely grows. He stays mostly the same: smart, loyal, kind, and capable. That sounds nice, but without challenge or transformation, it becomes boring. The story stopped asking anything interesting of him.

Ironically, the second leads were written with more nuance than the main couple. I liked how the drama explored different priorities, especially between people with and without children. The way responsibility shapes choices was one of the smarter parts of the script. Yoo Ha Yeong was especially memorable. She seems spoiled at first, but turns out hardworking, honest, and flawed in a human way. Her pushiness created both warmth and discomfort, which made her feel real.

One of the strongest parts of the drama was the mothers’ team. They were not instantly portrayed as perfect workers. They were entitled at times, tired, and unsure of themselves. With Da Rim’s leadership, they learned to see themselves beyond just the role of “mother.” That theme was heartfelt and genuinely well done. It reminded me that people are more than what society labels them.

Where the drama truly failed was with its villains and business conflicts. Ji Hyeok’s father, sister, and Tae Yeong were stock characters with little depth. Their arcs were poorly built and added almost nothing. Instead of forcing typical corporate drama, the story would have been much stronger focusing on family dynamics, emotional struggles, and how those affect love and work. Ji Hyeok’s mother, in particular, deserved much more screen presence because her story was one of the most emotionally compelling.

As for the romance, the initial misunderstanding between the leads was actually fun. Some characters knew the truth, others did not, and that created interesting tension. Ironically, the best part of the relationship was before they officially got together. Once they became a couple, the spark dimmed because the plot focused more on forced drama than emotional connection.

The final episode was especially messy. The memory loss trope felt unnecessary and rushed. Instead of deepening the story, it weakened the emotional payoff. Combined with overextended misunderstandings, lies, and “protect the family” clichés, the ending felt dragged rather than satisfying.

Overall, I truly loved the first half of Dynamite Kiss. The chemistry was strong, the characters had personality, and the tone balanced romance and comedy well. Once the leads got together, everything crumbled because the writer piled on clichés and made everyone suddenly incapable of smart decisions, pushing romance and humor into the background.

I am giving this drama an 8. The first half was easily a 9/10 for me. It was also my first time watching both leads, and despite knowing the issues from spoilers and reviews, I wanted to judge it myself because of the initial hype. I do not regret watching it. It is flawed, but its strong start, charm, and early chemistry still make it worth experiencing.

I might have been more disappointed if I had watched this for the leads, since that usually comes with higher expectations for the script. Thankfully, this was my first drama for both actors, so it didn’t hurt my rating as much as it could have.

Dynamite Kiss is a drama that shows how powerful a good beginning can be, and how fragile a story becomes when writing forgets to respect its own characters.

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Another doomed Yuri

Like all other dramas, the start is the best.

The screenwriters use an interesting choice of narrative to start each episode up until Episode 8, but after that, it starts to feel like a completely different genre.

I went into this wondering if it might be another Pyramid Game, but unfortunately, the world-building in Friendly Rivalry is not contained whatsoever and keeps expanding on subtle intuitive shots that lead you down dead ends.

That being said, I was hooked and continued to be hooked until around Episode 13/14 when I really felt that drop off in terms of there being so many questions but not enough time to develop meaningful answers. 16 Episodes is plenty of time, but they didn't quite use it wisely in my opinion.

For example, why build up so much between Yeri and Byeong-jin? If Byeong-jin wanted to take over J Medical Center what was the point of working in tandem with Tae-gun? Why did Jae-yi suddenly cherish Je-na only when she did something bad?

Acting:

Phenomenal acting from Hyeri aka the Nation's Little Sister, and from Oh Woori. Chung Soo-bin played well as Seulgi but I wish we saw more emotion from her. (Like what we saw at the end). Seulgi cares deeply for Jae-yi towards the end of the show, and I wish we got to see her unravel as her past and present come colliding. The chemistry between Seulgi and Jae-yi is beautifully done in the first four episodes, setting up their complicated relationship, PARTICULARLY, Episode 3 (if you know, you know).

Music:

Good music choices all around.

Rewatch value:

Best believe I will be rewatching. And visiting Ao3 for some Jaeyi/Seulgi content that will feed me better than this show. I'm just disappointed we got yuri-baited this hard. They built up so much, and seemed to switch it up towards the end.

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offgun myfavv.....

OMG feels like a quiet storm.
OffGun stepped away from familiar comfort and gave us something raw, mature, and emotionally heavy. The romance isn’t loud or dramatic—it simmers, lingers, and slowly settles into you. Every look, pause, and unspoken moment carries weight, making the connection feel painfully real.

What stood out the most was the intensity without excess—no unnecessary fluff, just honest emotions and vulnerability. It’s the kind of story that leaves you feeling full yet emotionally drained, in the best way possible. This wasn’t meant to give butterflies; it was meant to stay with you.

A refreshing, bold turn from OffGun that proves growth doesn’t always shout—sometimes it quietly breaks you.
love you offgun.

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The Kind of Story That Stays After Ending

Ahhh! One of the best dramas I have seen.

I mean, where to start. Easily one of the best dramas I have seen. At first, I was a bit reluctant because of the 133-episode length, but it is more than worth it. This is some drama that you feel bad when it ends. And it is like that even if it is 133 episodes long. This is some wholesome drama you can enjoy without any tension, fear, or anxiety of what bad can happen next. You somehow do not feel when the 133 episodes are gone.

Every character and their growth is very well shown. I mean, even the mean characters at first are advocating for the good cause at the end. This is easily the longest-running drama I have seen. I generally finish a 16-episode (1-hour) long drama in 2–3 days, but this drama took around 25 days to finish because I didn’t want to ruin it by rushing it. It is that much good.

Now let’s talk about the characters, which make the drama that much better.

At first, let’s talk about the main leads. Their chemistry is superb, and they also picked this attractive genre of a good, honest, warm, kind, poor male lead (ML) and a rich, cold female lead (FL), which really goes well with the story. I understand that this genre is somewhere attractive to a certain number of viewers, but not every drama can play it off this much well.
The balance of hardships is equal. Not only is the ML dealing with his past, but the FL is also doing the same for him, which is very well landed here and makes the story not just another K-drama where one side is just fighting. This gives a good vibe, and you can wholesomely watch the drama.
One of the best things about this drama is that from the first to the last, they never get separated or broken up. Some episodes have parts, but that’s just for a little bit of time and does not impact the overall story—especially not the overall mood of the viewer, which is one of the most unique parts of the show. Unlike other shows, even if they break up for one or two episodes, their interaction never stops, which especially makes the show more watchable. Another thing is the absence of any love triangle here—they are both committed till the last.

Now the sister of the FL and the brother of the ML storyline—again, at the end, you will have no complaints. Yes, their story could be a little bit better written at the very end. It is actually a slow-burning romance, which is good till some of the last episodes but at the end things pay off. The sisterly bond is very wholesome to watch.

Now his sister and his brother’s friend’s story—this is one story I particularly think is a little bit rushed toward their marriage. They could have given better screen time, and the chemistry could be a little bit more developed. But I felt that they were somewhere the supporting characters who were always there for them.

Now the youngest of all, the small sister, is also a good supporting character overall, whose bonding with the chairman is also very good to see and enjoyable as a whole. she somewhere the connecting link between all of them from the siblings to the
FL peoples.

Now one of the main characters, the antagonist Lawyer Lee—I must say his character is very impactful. During the first episodes, he appears for very little time, but you really hate that character for his actions, so his acting is very good to see.

The other characters like the teacher, the friend of the ML who really has a good impact on the life of the ML, the FL’s parents, the grandfather, the sister’s parents, the mother of the brother’s friend, and the team members—all have very good parts to play.

Now going to talk about the whole drama—the writing. The drama is 133 episodes long, so they have the leverage of explaining everything, and they rightly do this in a complete manner. The ML’s nature—why he is so kind—is well written. It is told that he is privileged to have someone call family as his own, that’s why he is ready to sacrifice anything for them till the end, and he has influence on everyone's life. From his sister’s marriage to the little sister’s acting career, every aspect has his impact, like the head of the family.
The FL’s growth is also significant—the stepmother she didn’t even let talk to her, to handing over the sewing machine her mother gave her, the big sister’s mother-in-law (the same mother who was totally opposite to their marriage) advocating the marriage of the small brother at the end, the friend of the ML finally getting to run the restaurant and not needing to wander off, The teacher as a good adviser which actually required in the show. In the end those scenes make the drama more special and pleasant to watch.

One thing is that they never show the reaction of the FL’s parents. I understand they may have left the show under some circumstances, but they could have shown a scene with the FL’s father because we only see him blaming her. Again, it’s not a bad thing—just something but acceptable.

Overall, it didn’t feel like this drama was 133 episodes long. A wonderful journey to watch with peace.

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Badly Burnt

Let's get into it.
The visuals beautiful. Dew's smile - dream worthy. Dew, Gun and Off's acting, in that order - believable for the most part. Gun crying - nice to see but became less effective with the copious amounts seen. Chemistry between DewGun - blazing. Chemistry between OffGun - pedestrian. The artwork, at first - esthetically pleasing. With every painting, the phallus being the focal point, begs the viewer to wonder, did Jira have penis envy? When did he see Pheem's? Overdone. Oversexual. Pain and freedom can be depicted differently and effectively. Thankfully, his last was different. Gun's wardrobe - great taste, impeccable. Pheem's pain and frustration - resonating, palpable, undeniable. Koh strutting around bare chested - underwhelming. This did nothing to create the illusion of his anxiety and oddity. It just screamed too much money to care about anyone but himself. Everyone was disposable. When he did wear clothes, I'm guessing the subliminal messages on his tees were to shape the scenes.

Now to the storyline. Script was on the original side. Dark. Emotional. Self realization. Fear of authenticity being replaced by a machine. What I didn't like about the script - when characters flip flop and then the last couple of episodes suddenly know what they want. From the jump, Jira reiterated repeatedly that he hated Koh. Now we all know the end game. It's expected. Nine out of ten episodes of hate, insert one vengeful kiss, one fantasy encouraged kiss and a crotch fondle, and there he was, back pressed to the bed with feet pointed to the ceiling. Lying to the other characters is one thing, lying to himself was tedious. From their first meeting Koh had Jira tethered and he yanked it at will. So who were they fooling? My only rewards for watching that nonsense were the rage room and PheemJira infront of the camera in Mawin's audition. Beautiful art.

Since money and their differing views on AI's effect on authentic art were the chasm between them, this could have easily captured at least three episodes of fiery entertainment. We got nine episodes of petulance from all the characters with a few pockets of sparkles. Collectively, the characters were not that likeable.

I started this expecting the emotional tug of war between them. Truthfully after episode two I was over it. In Thai series it is very rare that one of the ml are allowed to be seen kissing anyone but their partner. Pheem's attempts were painful. Artistically and realistically. If Jira said that he liked Pheem and they were in the room. Why was his response lackluster from the start? What was his goal? BOC delivers great content. Honest work. Gmmtv is sadly trailing behind. It's like a well decorated cake but flavorless.

My consensus: this could have been wrapped in eight episodes. Four for the PheemJira nonsense and four for KohJira nonsense. Side note: I especially didn't like the butler coercing Jira to wait for him to procure a taxi or he would be in trouble with Koh and Jira giving in. A grown arse man cowering and Jira's spineless petulance. Nope.

A lot was dealt with in the last episode and then nothing really. Jira got a spine - I can live without you. Pheem being the bigger man and bridging the space between them. Koh stopped yanking the chain and held boundaries. I did like the spots of humor between Pheem and Mawin , it gave a lightness to the absurdity and their friendship. AJ and Emi were perfect.

A story such as this would have been more effective with the audience viewing the dynamics rather than every moment being explained. Faults an all, it's still watchable and as I said there were moments that were good.

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i liked it (also YOUNGJAE mentioned!!!)

Was it messy? Sure, it was. But imo the acting and chemistry was what saved this kdrama for me. And not to mention the fact that even if the storyline was a bit questionable at some points the vibes were still there. The ending made me sad but at the same time hopeful? It was quite a lot, but it was meaningful to Seul-gi and Je-i, a new start even.
Also it was a big thing for Hye-ri and Soo-bin to share a kiss even if it might've not been real. For 2 girls to kiss on TV is a pretty huge step.
Anywayssss YOUNJAEEEEEE I quite literally was surprised when I saw him on this show, he did so good as well! This role might've not been easy to act out. Very proud of him:)

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Chemistry Over Gimmicks

I really enjoyed Pinocchio because of the strong chemistry between Lee Jong Suk and Park Shin Hye, which made their relationship engaging and believable. The storyline was well written and emotionally compelling, keeping me invested throughout the drama. The longing, the tension they built up, and that moment when they finally kissed...OMG! It was such a satisfying payoff.

However, one element I could not fully get past was the concept of the hiccup caused by lying, referred to as Pinocchio syndrome. While the idea was interesting, the execution felt distracting at times. It didn't need to be something extreme, but a subtler reaction such as Choi In Ha stuttering or hesitating whenever she lied might have conveyed her inability to lie in a more natural and believable way. This small adjustment could have made the concept feel more grounded without taking away from the emotional impact of the story. I do understanding her hiccupping was the overall concept of the story.

I especially enjoyed Choi In Ha’s relationships with the men in her life, namely her father, grandfather, and Choi Dal Po. Their interactions were genuinely hilarious and added much needed warmth and humor to the drama. The dynamic among them provided some of the most entertaining and lighthearted moments in the series, and I found myself wishing there were more scenes that focused on them together.

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Saved by Ga Eul & Yi Jeong

Compared to the Chinese and Taiwanese versions of Boys Over Flowers, the Korean adaptation stood out most to me in terms of the chemistry among the F4 members. Their interactions felt natural, and the sense of brotherhood between them was genuinely believable. Rather than feeling like four individual characters grouped together for convenience, they came across as a tightly bonded unit, which added emotional weight and credibility to many of their scenes.

That said, one major aspect of the Korean version that I struggled with was its portrayal of school violence. The bullying was depicted in an extremely intense and often disturbing manner, to the point where it felt excessive and difficult to watch. What happens to Geum Jan Di because of Koo Jun Pyo goes far beyond childish teasing or immature expressions of affection. This was not minor harassment; it involved real physical and emotional violence. The narrative’s tendency to later gloss over or excuse this behavior made it hard to accept the central romance. It is difficult to imagine realistically falling in love with someone who had tormented you so severely, and this significantly detracted from my overall enjoyment of the series.

The true highlight of the drama, however, was the relationship between Chu Ga Eul and So Yi Jeong. Their connection felt grounded and emotionally sincere, offering a refreshing contrast to the heightened melodrama of the main storyline. Their chemistry developed gradually through quiet moments, shared conversations, and mutual understanding rather than grand gestures or forced conflict. This slow-burn dynamic made their relationship feel more realistic and emotionally compelling.

So Yi Jeong’s character, initially portrayed as a charming yet emotionally detached womanizer, experienced meaningful growth through his relationship with Ga Eul. Rather than attempting to change him outright, Ga Eul challenged his worldview through patience, emotional honesty, and consistency. Her kindness and resilience allowed Yi Jeong to confront his fear of abandonment and unresolved family trauma, adding depth to his character beyond the stereotypical “playboy” archetype.

Chu Ga Eul, in turn, stood out as a strong yet understated female character. Her warmth, loyalty, and emotional intelligence made her more than just a supporting figure within the narrative. She was not defined by wealth or social status, but by her integrity and empathy, which ultimately became the foundation of their relationship. Their bond felt like a genuine partnership, where both characters grew emotionally rather than one simply “saving” the other.

In contrast, I found Gu Hye Seon’s portrayal of Geum Jan Di difficult to watch. Her acting often relied on exaggerated expressions and forced attempts at being cute or funny, which made it hard to take her character seriously. As a result, I skipped many of her scenes. Ironically, the only moments where her performance felt convincing were during the more emotionally intense scenes, where the overacting subsided and genuine emotion came through.

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NC as a crutch for bad acting & horrendous pacing

I started this largely because I have a niche interest in stories that revolve around sex work and sex workers. See, 99% of the population engages in sex in some way or another. However, sex work, actually, sex itself is still, oddly, very taboo.

Because of that, I like to see how those who engage in sex work, especially publicly, deal with the repercussions of it. I wanna delve into their minds and see how their lives are. Who they are and their motivations, past the naked self that the population sees on some 18+ website. One of the books I've read on this is Insatiable by Asa Akira.

Going into this, I thought that that'd be the kind of story we'd be getting. A man who got into sex work because he wanted to get close to his favourite p🌽rn actor, and his life (as well as their love story), once the videos go live. I blame myself for not reading the synopsis in full, as clearly, the videos shall never go live. What I thought this story was is, in fact, not what it is.

My misplaced expectations aside, as the title says, so far, the acting and pacing have been utter shit. This is unfortunate, as you can see that there's a story here.

🎥Sasom is a popular mainstream celebrity who also does p🌽rn videos as a means of escape from his life. Specifically from the pressure of the image his fans expect and his bottom of the barel parents. He feels constricted, and publishing those videos helps him feel free.

🎥Po, on the other hand, also got the short end of the stick with his parents (read, his dad). You can see that motivations exist that push these two people into a very unconventional career path.

🎥There's also the story with Sasom's ex. So far, the teaser dialogue we've heard from him is him blaming Sasom for ruining his life. How did he do it? Was it because in the videos, Sasom's face is covered, but the exs' face was not, and someone found out? I am curious.

Regretably, the pacing of this plot and the acting —by honestly all the characters— do not help sell this plot. I find myself watching episodes in 1.5x & 2x speed (Episodes 1 and 3 were watched in 1.5x and episode 2 was watched in 2x speed). I find myself struggling to pay attention to the plot or care about the characters, their struggles, and their blooming love story.

The NC scenes are also unnecessary. OK, most of them, not all. Look at me calling smut unnecessary. Who even am I right now?😭😭.

From my perspective, they are used as filler to help further derail the plot. Of all the scenes we've seen so far, I think the only ones that were pertinent to the plot were
1. The 1st time that they met, with Sasom saying that he needed to 'taste' Po *insert weirderd out shiver here* — basically test drive him. I guess you could say he wanted to see if they meshed s3xually for the videos

2. After Sasom came from meeting his dad. That scene said a lot, notably about Sasom's relationship with his dad

Apart from these two, everything else has been useless filler. It's like they saw the success of 'My Stubborn' with it's never ending NC scenes and chose to run with that

I feel like continuing to watch this would be me putting myself through so much nonsense, filler, bad acting, and boredom JUST to pick out a crumb of plot per episode. I refuse. Life's too short for that. I've always been pro-DNFing books, and that'll not change with a TV show. Until next time...✌🏾

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