My Stubborn Thai BL drama episode 1 reactions: Jun and Sorb's romance is messy from get-go; fans call it 'wildest' premiere ever
My Stubborn Thai BL drama episode 1: The Boys' Love (BL) drama scene is no stranger to heartfelt moments, slow-burn romances, and plenty of lingering glances, but My Stubborn is kicking things up a notch. This freshly released Thai BL series isn't the typical schoolyard crush story; instead, it arrives with a bold 18+ rating.
Starring Boat Yongyut Termtuo and Oat Pasakorn Sanrattana, My Stubborn premiered on April 20 and already has the BL drama community gasping for breath with the 'wildest' ever premiere episode.
My Stubborn Synopsis
Adapted from the novel Nai Hia Bok Mai Chop Dek by Nang Sao Phop,My Stubborn is the story of Jun and Sorn and their unlikely romance. Jun, a cheeky high schooler with way too much energy and a talent for getting on people's nerves, especially Sorn's.
Sorn's the type who maintains a serious demeanour and wants to stay away from messy or unpredictable situations. Naturally, Jun takes that as a personal challenge. Whether it's slipping salt into Sorn's toothpaste or 'accidentally' hiding his stuff, Jun lives to push his buttons—and Sorn absolutely cannot deal. However, they soon lose touch.
But fate had different plans for them. After a two-year period of no contact, the duo cross paths again, this time at a professional setup. Jun has now come to terms with his sexuality and has a boyfriend. Sorn, meanwhile, is dating a female colleague, but behind the scenes, he still harbors feelings for Jun. As they navigate professional boundaries, their past connections come in their way as they steal moments of steamy romance.
My Stubborn BL drama episode 1 fan reactions
The r/BoysLove subreddit didn't hold back—fans were floored by the debut of this steamy new romance. Some couldn't get over the sizzling tension between Jun and Sorn, while others were just wrapping their heads around the 'wild' opening scene.
One user wrote, "I love, love, love the messssss. Everybody's just macking on everyone else any time, any place—perfection. The push/pull with the two leads is great so far. They're doing their best making some outrageous dialogue/situations work because what do you mean you're interrogating your company's intern about his sexual preferences, getting him to feel your abs, and forcefully kissing him in the bathroom in the middle of the dang workday????"
Another said, "Oh dear, that was something... I expected cringe, bad acting, a nonsensical story, and a budget Payou. And' I'm pleasantly surprised. Crazy and messy, but not nonsense (yet, famous last words...). Actual chemistry and a handsome red flag, not a budget version. Let's see where this goes."
"I really didn't have any expectations starting this drama, and I am agreeably surprised by this first episode! As all of you said, the first 8 minutes were wild XD, and I think the way the characters' past interactions are shown via flashbacks is well done. With this nice start, I'll expect more, but it is going to be extra messy, and Stubborn is really a good name since clearly those main leads are so stubborn and tears will flow, leaving us viewers flustered, frustrated, and wanting more. XD I can't wait!" a third user wrote.
"Woahhh, I knew this was going to be a wild ride, but I wasn't quite anticipating this wild. I'm ready for the next episode though, ngl, let's go," added another Redditor.
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