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I saw several posts (tumblr and twitter) about the NC scene on Unknown and who is top and bottom nonsense and people conclusions.

Well....I think that not only there is a lack of knowledge about Gay sex obviously but definitely a lack of knowledge about sex in general.

Not knowing isn't shameful, the issue is making assumptions, comments, etc. based on that ignorance. Saying I don't know doesn't make you an idiot, in the time we live in, it makes you a wise person.

I mean....I'm just going to mind my business and side eye people. What the fudge?!!!

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Some Thoughts on Unknown.

Qian sending Yuan away to study abroad was a very sensible decision and actually the only rational one he could make at the time. The way he handled it wasn’t perfect, but he was backed into a corner. It’s not often a show manage to make you understand both position and not pick a villain in the situation.

One can understand Yuan pain and also understand why Qian pushed him away and was so cold. Qian is a strong person but Yuan is as well, they are both survivors who bonded over their pain, scars and fears. I felt for Yuan, to see him so sad and defeated, losing his home (Qian) and seeing him cry when he had been so strong for so long. I mean loving someone isn’t easy and he held on to a dream for so long so tightly just to see it shattered and he lost everything in a few seconds. Qian fought in illegal battles but it stopped eventually. Yuan was fighting a battle every single day, to contain his love, not to let it overwhelm him. And when you are a teenager you feel, more, so strongly. How could he not be depressed, and feel alone with his secret?

I loved how in the series Qian feel the weight of Yuan’s gaze on him and he often has to advert his eyes and he will frown. San Pang tells him his younger brother has feelings for him but he refuses to listen. There is no worse blind man than the one who doesn’t want to see. There is no worse deaf man than the one who doesn’t want to hear. He's familiar with pain survival and that situation is the unknown. He can’t see it, he can’t deal with it, acknowledging Yuan’s feelings will mean questioning his own emotions.

I feel like the time abroad was the catalyst for everything that happened between them and sealed their fate. If Yuan had remained Qian would have always considered him a child and would have kept running away. He wouldn’t have missed him as he did. Without his time away Yuan wouldn’t have been able snapped out of the fog he was in mentally, he wouldn’t have matured and come up with a plan.

But because Qian was raised in chaos, pain and loss, it’s the only language he could understand and bear to hear. He had to face losing Yuan, not once but twice, with Le ge and finding that letter to start acknowledging and questioning his emotions.

Qian wanted his little brother and sister to be happy because he’s their big brother. And yet he indirectly caused Yuan’s pain. By denying his own happiness, refusing it, Qian was denying his little brother his happiness as well. Why? Because Qian never believed for a second, he was worthy enough to be loved and Yuan showed him otherwise by fighting for him, for them and never giving up on him.  

#unknown the series #unknown bl #chris chiu #kurt huang

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Concert Poster done Right

This a great poster so much better than what they did with KinnPorsche concert to be completely honest. It's raw and beautiful, a man and his instrument, a man and his guitar, a man with his music. It's mile without artifice and the naked truth.

That's cute.

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"Acting is a dangerous profession."

credit.

Some people will watch this extract and just brush if off perhaps as fanservice and miss the point completely. What I like about Chris and Xuan it’s how candid and honest they are about the whole process.

The host says it all, “acting is a dangerous profession,” and both actors agreed. She’s right. So many fans don’t get it, and they focus on the superficial. It’s not just a dangerous profession in Asia. In my opinion it’s more challenging there because most of entertainment industries in Asia rely a lot on Method acting and immersion. You have notice how they call themselves by their character names, on and off set and it has several purposes. I won’t dwell on them here because this post would be too long.

And you have method acting which I have several issues with. It’s basically psychology. I’m not going to write an essay on it here, it basically means one can convince themselves of anything and you can become anyone you want. It’s becoming someone else entirely for a time, by changing your habits based on your environment. You study a character and become them, by assuming their point of view, mannerism, state of mind etc. If they drink you start drinking, if they love someone you love them too etc. Some actors are strongly against method acting for a reason and stick to use their imagination which is way safer. In a live Xuan talked about how physically and mentally it impacted him.

You are still yourself but you can’t escape your character, their emotions bleeds into you. And you use it to play the best version of them by using your body. Of course, Xuan fell in love with his co-star and had all those “evil” thoughts. He learned to fall in love with him and make him the centre of his universe. The preparation for the role, to build a bond took longer than the whole filming.

So, any actor in their shoes will feel the same, if they say no well, they are either lying or just bad method actors, that’s it, no in between.

The trick is to use those emotions while filming and then to be able to let them go. And that’s the issue, because for many it takes time to do so and get rid of them. Notice how Xuan doesn’t say while they were filming NC scenes he had evil thoughts but he was sitting there, so before or even after. The thing is if you hold on to those emotions it can hurt your mental health. They can be addictive. Under those circumstances sometimes there is a co-pendency which appear between actors. I remember an actor explaining how he basically went through a heartbreak because he got attached to his co-star who was engaged to someone else and he was full of emotions for his on-screen partner. And those emotions weren’t there before they started filming. And they knew each other, they were friends before and he never felt that way about them. And his mind knew they weren’t a good match but he kept longing for them.

I talked here about the bubble actors found themselves in. And the best remedy to get rid of those feelings, thoughts are a healthy distance, and being back to oneself. I hear often, “they’re just acting, it’s their job…” etc. Actors aren’t robot. There is a process to play a role and they all have a process to get out of a particular challenging role. Obviously, all roles aren’t the same.

Another thing: Chris and Xuan are friends and were friends but under the circumstances, they don’t have the same friendship they had before filming, the one from a year or two years ago. Friendship 101 had specific boundaries, and now there are new ones in friendship 201. It’s not possible to know the taste of your friend’s mouth, their skin, and be in the same exact friendship. Actors are not robots there isn’t a reset button. Now there is a new set of boundaries. Perhaps before there wasn’t any skinship now because there are use to each other touch, there is more skinship. Before they wouldn’t talk about certain subject, now they can. I believe they gain and also lost some things. The only possibility MAYBE to go back to friendship 101 would be a complete separation for weeks, reset. But it’s not happening because there are promotions and also, you get use to seeing each other all the time, I guess.

Now method acting and falling in love, it happens of course, but has to go through the test of time and distance.

One has a girlfriend/boyfriend and start method acting with a co-star LOL. 9 out 10 people will break up with their significant other, the GF or BF will leave, it happens all the time.

PS1: I also took the opportunity to answer a couple of asks.

PS2 :Translation by Wava please be kind to your translators and grateful for the work they do, I personally hate translating it can be so taxing.

#unknown the series #unknown bl #chris chiu #kurt huang

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cr.

This isn't FANSERVICE anymore, this as a fan called it SELFSERVICE, they're enjoying those promotions way too much. By the way the hosts are screaming Chris and Xuan went far and beyond what was asked, I'm sure. LOL.

No matter what you think of fanservice, it doesn't work for anybody. With these two you can clearly see how comfortable they are with each other and they have the same energy. There is a great deal of trust and communication for them to behave like that, what you see here is something which doesn't appear enough among BL couples, a clear and honest partnership. They know each other and spent/spend a great deal of time together.

I'm not shocked by the kissing, if you kiss someone for several weeks, sometimes for hours, it's nothing. They won't be embarrassed or shamed showing two men kiss. They are having fun and I love how proud they are of their roles, and how candid and honest they are about the process (post about that coming soon). They can talk about the lovey-dovey moments and the silly arguments. It's so refreshing.

I love the let's kiss, and then hug like bros lol. This a pair one doesn't even need to ship, they don't need fans intervention lol. they do that themselves very well. In most interactions, they tell you, My Ge is the greatest, my Di is amazing, we are so compatible, so good together, we act so well together, we look so hot together, you only wish to be us lol. This is the best f**** you to any hater. I love that level of confidence. And the we don't give a flying f****** what you or anyone think of our behaviour vibes makes them hotter. Just enjoy it because they're adorable and hilarious.

The production company is as we speak patting themselves on their back for choosing so well.

Those two are a menace for all the hosts out there.

PS: Chris chiu play the poor pretty creature at the mercy of a wolf very well...too well.

#unknown the series #unknown bl #chris chiu #kurt huang

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Well said.

"Unknown isn’t a story about brothers. It’s about two men who forged a brotherhood out of loneliness and pain.

It’s about a man (Qian) who hides behind being a brother to shield himself from a love he’s afraid to reach for—a love he’s scared of destroying.

It’s about two men who would do anything for each other—two men who’ve seen each other at their lowest and desired each other at their highest."

Quote from Bl express

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Well deserved.

Advice go to the rabbit hole of Xuan and Chris interactions at your own risk. These two are hilarious, unserious and unhinged.

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This is a huge accomplishment.

In the entertainment industry, it’s about Acting-Business and I don’t pay that much attention to the business side of it (brand deals, ads, etc.) even if I find it interesting. But this is a huge accomplishment. It was clearly coming when they flew him for Piaget 150th anniversary and all the posts they made about him.

European brands are usually more cautious than their American counterparts for instance when choosing global ambassadors so this is a bold choice, in my opinion. Bold because Apo has fans globally but isn’t globally known yet, do you get my meaning? And it also shows their trust in Apo. Ella Richards, Lee Junho are safe choices.

Apo is the choice coming from the heart, they saw his personality, his uniqueness, he looks like himself and nobody else, he follows the trends that suits him and this is basically what Piaget represents as well.

This kind of deal doesn’t happen without the brand studying and following closely the celebrity. They noticed how he conducted himself, the fact that he was scandals free, etc. And of course, because it’s about business, they paid attention to his fanbase and their support.

That’s why you shouldn’t pay attention to haters, they don’t matter, brands don’t care about them. They can say whatever they want, brands look at the reputation, the love, unconditional support a celebrity has. They know Apo’s fans would show up for him, will hype and trend everything he does. They also trust the fact that their association with him will make him bigger than he already is. The news will be in entertainment, and business platforms and people would wonder who the heck is this talented, charming, beautiful man from Thailand.

You bet I’m proud. Also. I don’t forget that this man with a darker skin from Thailand has just been named the global ambassador for one of the most luxurious and famous brands in the world. And I hope he is an inspiration for every single dark-skinned young girl and boy in Thailand not to change themselves to fit in the industry but to know they can thrive as well because they’re damn beautiful.

"“Its an honour to have Apo be a part of this new creative dynamism…,he has this trailblazing attitude that inspires everyone around him & creates new light. One that never fades” Piaget Global director of communications and image.

#apo nattawin wattanagitiphat #apo nattawin #apo&piaget

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You should watch love for love's sake. It's about a young man who meets his senior and they talk about the older man's book and the fate of one of the characters that Myungha finds awful. Soon enough he finds himself in a game where he has to make that character he talked about happy.

The man is back in his 19 year old body in high school, it's cute, it's funny and deeper than it looks. It shows how when we start caring about others we also find ourselves.

The actors are good and it's clear they enjoyed playing their parts and are fond of their characters.

We don't talk enough about the magic that happens when cast and crew are in harmony and work with love and respect for a project. It seems to be the case here, when actors say they would love to play, and film their series again, trust me, it was a great experience.

I believe it's easier to find that harmony when you have a small budget, small project without pressure or ego.

If you need a huge hug go watch it.

Status: completed.

#love for love's sake #love supremacy zone #myungha x yeowoon #ladypeoniesrecommendations

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I have a question, if you aren't watching Unknown, what the heck are you doing with your life?

It's one of the best series out there, so well written, poetic and beautiful, to the point that it doesn't matter if it ends with broken hearts, tears and suffering, as long as you get to see the story end.

It's about two brothers (not biologically related). They aren't the Lannisters. The younger adopted one has been in love with his older brother who rescued him from the streets for a long time. The older brother would do anything for him and their little sister. It's about family, love, sacrifice, etc.

It really shows that when you have great actors, a well written story, sky is the limit. It's written in a way where the audience can assume each point of view, see the struggles of each party and understand their pain and the mistakes they make.

I believe it's nearly impossible to hide love, hiding hate is so damn easy. But love is another thing. One of my favourite quotes is when one of the characters tell Yuan (the younger brother) exactly that. "Even if you close your mouth it comes out of your eyes." And vice-versa.

It's ongoing, 9 episodes/12 so far, it's highly addictive and great.

#unknown bl #unknown #zhiyuan x qian #ladypeoniesrecommendations #unknown the series

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Photo of the day

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Happy Mansuang day to those who celebrate!

Enjoy!

#Mileapo #apo nattawin #mile phakphum #mileapo's mansuang #mileapo's man suang #mansuang

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A romantic comedy, they kept insisting. Romcom aren't what they used to, so I hope they'll get it right. And 12 episodes if you want more Pond said transfer the money. Does he take coins?

Mile and Apo in KinnPorsche had like 1000/100 chemistry now wait for Mile and Apo chemistry, Millésime 2024. It will be.....Insanity.

Is Kitty coming back??

#mileapo #apo nattawin #mile phakphum

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Mansuang's review *No Spoilers.*

My opinion for now.

The photography, imagery is flawless and very beautiful, it’s a festival of colours and every shot looks almost like a painting. In that area they did amazing. You’re in Mansuang and its world is palpable. You feel the Thai culture, and you walk with the characters in the market. Khem and Wan’s Betel/areca nut? covered teeth feel almost normal.

The acting is very good, the quartet Apo, Bas, Tong and Mile deserved their flowers. The best ones are Apo and Bas equally. Apo’s acting is subtle all-in nuances and his eyes give so much. His character is a fighter and I enjoyed that. That scene at the end with the quartet is heartbreaking and you will feel what he feels. Bas plays so well the kind friend but who has trauma. I patted myself on the back when I saw I was right about his character when the trailer came out. I would have been disappointed otherwise. Tong’s character is so clever as for Mile’s Chat, he’s a gentleman who wants to do what is right.

The supporting roles are very good, I also wished they had more screen time. Gandhi​ Wasuvitchayagit who plays Lord Wichiendej is devilishly charming.

The flaws lay on the pace of the movie, sometimes it’s quick, rushed and other slow. For instance, the character’s relationship, how rapidly some trust, and we found ourselves wanting to know why. Like Khem and Chat fit together, but a common purpose doesn’t explain all. I wish they had gone deeper and gave them more scenes to build that trust.

It’s sometimes hard to follow the plot, who is who? Who is doing what? For what purpose? To be honest at the end I didn’t fully grasp why those damn documents mattered so much. Perhaps I was also distracted by the imagery and wanted to take in all at once, while reading the subtitles, no idea. There are still a couple of interesting plot twists, though.  

I wished there were also more dance scenes with Apo, they were so good but too short, in my opinion, but I get it would have taken longer to film.

All in all, it’s an interesting piece of art which deserved three hours, for the audience to have a full immersion in to Mansuang’s universe and intrigue. And I do believe that it needs to be watched more than once. First for the imagery and second for the plot or vice versa.

#mileapo #mileapo's mansuang #mileapo's man suang #apo nattawin #mile phakphum #mansuang

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What now?

Let me get it straight Birthday Events/Parties Hosted by the Fan Base Sites are cancelled. BOC has taken notice of multiple problems that they had often tried to rectify. They didn’t disclose what kind of problems there were. So, they had a discussion among their team (among themselves), and decided to cancel the events. They didn’t include the Fan Base Sites in those conversations, issue warnings or new guidelines, or try to find solutions with them, but just cancelled them. How wasn’t it possible to find solutions about events occurring not ten times a year but once a year?  

Now Apo saying ‘I don’t know when we will meet again like this,’ makes sense and the Google drive and him staying longer than what was expected. He knew then what was coming and the fact that he said it shows that perhaps he doesn’t fully agree with what has been decided, who knows?

My issue once again with BOC is the lack of transparency on the problems which arose. It’s like they know if they talked about the problems fans might find a solution.  Now they have open doors to wild rumours, jealousy among artists, too much money involve, punishing some fan bases, etc. Playing devil advocates is important and I can see few problems which can be challenging but cancelling those events are way too harsh, it’s not like BOC hosts many fan meetings for their artists. I’m not counting movies or series promotions. The amount of wasted opportunities is surprising. Think of how many times Mile and Apo went to France for Dior and no one was willing to organise a fan meeting there for Europeans fans? Other companies did.

I get that fan projects can be a headache but birthday events? Is BOC going perhaps to host a small gathering for fans for their artists’ birthday? Who knows?

And the timing of it all? Before fans worldwide celebrate Mansuang, that was low, it could have waited a couple of days or a week. But I guess dumping this before Mansuang is basically hoping people would rant and then console themselves with Mansuang. But isn’t positivity, good mood is important for the trending Pond encourage and likes?

Did I tell you before how I really don’t get BOC?

#mileapo #apo nattawin #mile phakphum

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"It is a sign of wisdom, kindness and humanity to praise someone without belittling someone else."

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I raise my glass!

I raise my glass to all MileApo fans, greeny colleagues, greeny veggies, greenie flowers etc., whatever you call yourself because, my GOODNESS, it's not easy everyday.

Between the nastiness, rudeness, the toxic solos, toxic shippers, the ones who want to control them, put words in their mouth, question their choices, etc, wow.

Well, if you're still here and standing, I raise my glass to you, long live your love for them.

#mileapo #apo nattawin #mile phakphum