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Someone pointed out the similarity between STSD and Enchante’s failure, and I think it makes a lot of sense. Both series lacked side stories for their supporting characters. They focused too much on the main characters without developing the surrounding cast, which made the storylines feel flat and rushed. There wasn’t much depth or room to explore other perspectives, so the plot ended up feeling stuck and unengaging

Personally, I think Enchante was a lovely and cute story, but its execution was all over the place. As for STSD, it was a bold move for MO. Putting the nonsense writing and execution aside, I feel like GMM rushed into building a ship without giving the actors time to develop real chemistry. As soon as MO got a bit of attention after Last Twilight, they immediately pushed out a script for them—probably just to capitalize on the hype and make money. Maybe that’s why they’re taking more time now before officially announcing any new ship. Looks like they’ve learned their lesson

Lastly, yes—Mark Pakin was right. This industry is a game where you need both talent and luck. MGB didn’t have the best script—honestly, the editing was rough at the start too. But the team behind it truly gave their all when it came to promoting the series. They tapped into every platform available, doing everything they could to reach audiences. And to their credit, things improved—the editing got better after viewers spoke up, and the layered storytelling started to offer more depth and discussion points. All of that combined made a huge difference in how the series was ultimately received.

I don’t really see MO as a long-term ship. To me, Mark feels more like someone in the same lane as Neo—versatile, but probably not meant to be tied to just one on-screen partner. I still wish them all the best, though. Maybe things will click better in their next series.

hi anon!

(a few rants under the cut lol)

I haven't seen Enchanté so I can't say much about it but I can see how the situation might be similar to STGD. Setting up MO as a ship so shortly after Last Twilight might've felt a bit hasty but I think if the chemistry is right and they click - which they do - then it's not a bad thing at all. The real issue is the script. JittiRain stories are mostly simple but even if the plot isn't super elaborate, it takes effort to turn it into something good because crafting a good narrative out of the mere basics is just as difficult as putting a complex story to the screen. I'm guessing they went over their heads and underestimated the work it would take to perfect it, so the problem does not lie with markohm or their underdeveloped chemistry but with the screenplay and production.

And yes, Mark is 100% right about what he said about the industry and if there's one thing that's unfair about all of this it's the reception and success of series, especially when all they take into account is engagement on SM. People usually only care about the actors so if a show has a bad script but actors with pre-established fanbases, the show goes through the roof and no one give a shit about the script. if a show has an equally bad script and actors who are only medium-famous, it gets torn to piece. That being said there are TONS of gmmtv shows that are of the same or a similar quality as STGD but got good reviews merely because of the cast which is a double standard that's very frustrating.

On another note and while I'm going off lol, I find the culture of productions altering their shows while they're on air according to the viewer's feedback kinda problematic tbh and idk how often that actually happens, also for MGB, but I don't like it. I know the intentions are good but the fact that they need the audience's feedback to realize that their work is not sufficient is... weird? Maybe I'm the only one who feels that way. But it's time the people in charge sit down on their asses and treat every show like a serious project, craft a good script and hire qualified postproduction staff, however long that may take. it can't be that hard. And money can't be the problem here either. But that's a whole other can of worms.

About MarkOhm's future as a pair - I have great faith in them, stepping back from stgd, I see an excellent chemistry which, if utilized correctly, can undoubtedly keep up with the other pairs, if not even surpass them. They got a rough deal with their debut but I can see them in a lot more projects with different settings and different characters etc. so I really hope they get to shine next year, or maybe even make appearances in some upcoming shows this year. they deserve it.

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Hey y'all I impulsively made this late last night while suffering from a headache lol

Just put down the first 256 bls I could remember/find in other lists. so it's got some deep pulls along with potentially missing some more popular shows

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Well I like it but it’s not very well written. Also it’s a visual mess. The plot doesnt make any sense and the creators suck and its politics oscillate from mildly problematic to frankly baffling. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone. However. the character

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Jo having such profound admiration and respect for first & khao is so 🥺🧡🫶🏻

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yall gotta learn to separate "this character deserved better" (as in "this character has an intentionally tragic story that is supposed to feel bad") and "this character deserved better" (as in "this character had so much potential and was failed by the writer")

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❝Are you looking for a room to live with your friend?❞

EARTH PIRAPAT as HENG HARAN, MIX SAHAPHAT as MOMO HATAINUTT, FIRST KANAPHAN as ALONE and KHAOTUNG THANAWAT as KAITONG episode 2 of OSSAN'S LOVE

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first kanaphan knocked the fuck out in a hospital bed cinematic universe

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A First Kanaphan Gifset | First + All the Boys I've Kissed (2024-)

I know it's established news that First has been collecting GMMTV boys like trophies, but it's sort of hilarious to recap. I haven't included Fluke (from The Shipper) because this is just on-screen kissing and I saw no actual lip-to-lip contact.

(Also, I made this pre-THK airing. Not gonna lie, I want First to add Joongdunk to his collection. I would dig it if Kant kissed Fadel just to wind him up, and/or Style just to make their respective boyfriends jealous).

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15 day BL Challenge part 2 - day 24

Back to @slonekaru ‘s part 2 of the 15-day BL challenge (a sequel to an earlier one started by @negrowhat ) !

Well anyone who saw my previous post, railing about being robbed by The Rebound, won’t be too shocked by my answer to this question:

Day 24: What Storyline/trope do you enjoy and wish to see more of?

I love lots of tropes and plot lines but one that’s barely ever covered is polyamory (especially polyfidelity, though I’d love more of any configuration!).

As someone who’s been poly my whole adult life, fell in love twice and am lucky enough to have been married to both my loves for a ridiculously long time, I believe in HEA poly and would love to see more of it!

Also it’s so sexy and emotionally exciting when done right. Like in my two favorite cinematic depictions, both in Thai QLs: 3 Will Be Free (not strictly BL cuz it’s a MMF throuple) and Deep Night. Both handled the subject tremendously well, capturing not only the innate sexiness of threeways but the trust, communication, vulnerability and unselfishness needed to make them a lasting success.

(above gifs from @sollucets & @manjusaka )

(above gifs from @pharawee )

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if looks could kill you'd be Jeff

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Sand household (he adopts plants and cats and boys)

Inspired by the touch-starved gang AU by @hushedstars on ao3 💚

Highly rec for anyone interested in an AU where Boston Nick Sand and Ray decide to spend their lives in each other’s company 🫶

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Ok to be clear: I'm not asking which one was your favorite or who had the best chemistry.

I'm asking which one mindfucked you so hard that it was all you could think about for WEEKS during and after it aired, making you wish you could go back in time and watch it with fresh eyes.

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When you fully accept your name......😂

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this exactly why I ADORE the beluca boys 🥰

in the bangkok to macau flight, there were only 3 seats per row so offgun didn't sit together but off sat next to taynew. he also felt up tay's chest (as one does 🤭):

but THEN in the return flight from macau to bangkok, they SWITCHED and new sat next to offgun so that offgun wouldn't be separated twice 🥰 AND new took from off's action of touching tay's chest and touched gun's chest in the same way LMAO:

I LOVE THEM SM IDHWJEHDOWHEOE

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tay & the gay otters (requested by @wjmild)

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i’m all sex positive and shit but i’m begging you. do not make your characters over 30 fuck on the floor. please. think of their lower backs. their knees. have some empathy 🙏