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2 Moons 2: The Series (Thai)

This reboot/sequel is interesting. I had reviewed 2 moons earlier on my blog, but the season 2 is a combination of being a reboot and a sequel in true sense. Whatever the legal reasons were for the old cast to not continue with this show are none of my concern. Like most people. I was also apprehensive of watching new actors take over characters that I had already associated faces with, but it didn't take much time to like these actors as well. The first 4 episodes does a recap of what we saw in prequel, right till the moment of Ming winning the Moon title. The following 8 episodes takes the story further.

Recap of 2 Moons. Wayo and Ming are best friends. The moon competition has just ended, which Ming has won.Wayo is now in love with medical student Pha and they are officially a couple now. Ming continues to flirt with Pha's best friend Kit, who still can't decide whether he likes Ming or not. Beam is the other friend, with whole we have not seen much yet and finally we have Forth, who had crush for Wayo but understands now that he is with Pha. Continuing further, Wayo and Pha are in a happy space although occasional jealousies keep coming in. Wayo still thinks that Pha may go back to his ex girlfriend and Pha is annoyed with a new guy Park giving constant attention to Wayo. Ming meanwhile is continuing to pursue Kit. A chance trip to Kit's home finally seals the deal for him. Shy Kit can no longer deny his true feelings for Ming, despite knowing that Ming has been a player in the past but he is looking to change. Most unexpected love story comes for Forth and Beam. After an evening of drinking, Beam and Forth end up having sex. Fort doesn't believe in one night stand and likes Beam but Beam has never thought of it like that for a man. Eventually with constant love and admiration from Forth, Beam falls for the guy and we see three beautiful and romantic passionate love stories in front of us.

What i most liked about this series is that finally all couples got their due. The prequel was solely focussed on Pha and Wayo and no other character got to shine. A good and substantial time in spent in building the love story of both Ming & Kit and Beam 7 Forth, to be able to connect with them. And this is a huge plus. I was quite excited that first 4 episodes very smartly summarized the story of prequel, and was hoping that same pace will continue but my happiness was short lived. Rest 8 episodes followed the similar pattern that most series in Thailand follow where there is constant love, fight, food, annoyance, and random side kick characters that would expect in a web series of this sort. If you want, you can easily fast forward many of the scenes and still appreciate the growing love and respect between these couples. Acting wise, I think Ming and Forth were the best and most natural. I did not like Wayo or Pha. Wayo for forever just looking down and moving his eyes left to right. There wasn't much arc given to him. And similarly Pha was alway there with a stern look always there for Wayo, just like a bellboy. he lacks conviction of a man who is supposed to be so hot that he is desired by everyone. In contrast, the chemistry that ming shares with Kit is more natural. And I was so happy that they finally gave Ming the depth he needed. This was my big grudge from the prequel. Beam and Forth comes as a complete surprise to me but that was also well handled. Both strong individuals and how they eventually get close. One thing these Thai shows need to do is stop calling partners as 'wifey'. It is so damn annoying. Why do we have to always label this?

This reboot/sequel is definitely worthy, as much has the previous one. It is no better or weaker than the previous one. Personally i would have preferred the older cast but to give the credit, this cast does a good job of making you forget the older actors as best as they can. (6.5/10)

Comments

edward said…
I actually enjoyed this series over the original, I thought the cast in 2 Moons 2 were better. Especially liked Ming-Kit and the slow evolution of their relationship felt natural. There is supposed to be another sequel with this cast.
Golu said…
Ming-Kit's relationship was definitely the best. I was glad so much more time was foussed on that. I will really look forward to the sequel.
I had to stop watching but that must be because I just watched Season 1. Based on your review, I will certainly try again later but right now, after spending hours with Pha and Yo, I just cannot get used to the new cast...
The first Pha was tall, handsome, manly, arrogant, over confident, and sticked to the novel. The new one is nowhere near that and this is very confusing. I'll probably come back here to say I enventually enjoyed Season 2, but not today !
Golu said…
I understand you completely. And hence you should take a break form this. watch other stuff and come back to this after a few weeks.
Just finished watching. Obviously, in time, we forget the previous actors, except for P'Pha. The lead couple is totally lame whereas the side ones arouse some interest. Ming is very cute and Forth is ten times more handsome than Pha.
Strictly average in my point of view. I'll be happy to have more Ming, kit, Forth and Beam in the future, if that ever comes.
Golu said…
I will take Ming in any future series anytime.
I must say, you watched that quick. With those lengthy episodes, it took me forever to finish the season.
Sailor Maan said…
I liked it so much! All 3 couples were realy nice. I haven't seen the first 2moons so I can't compare though. And maybe that's why I liked it so much: things happen quickly (...for a BL). Main couple got his kiss on episode 4, then 2nd couple on episode 5, then a sex scene on episode 6 or 7, then another one not much later. What's happening, that's the equivalent of sluts in the BL world, my pure heart can't take it! (*goes back to watch hunter season with front nudity and explicit sex scenes*). A lot of scenes were just adorable to watch.
Actually, contrary to other BL, it's the last 2 episodes that got less interest for me, like they dragged it out for no reason. Forth/Beam was like an exact copy of Kit/Ming, I felt they had so many other possibilities to make something different. And you're right, Wayo always looking down and on the sides (and saying P'Pha all the time) was annoying... Sorry Wayo, I've seen "until we meet again" before and Pharm does it way better lol.
Golu said…
Yes. Pharm does it way better.. lol

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