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Su Yu, a high school student leading a modest life with his father, encounters a significant upheaval when his mother remarries a prosperous man, bringing him face-to-face with his newfound step-brother, Wu Bi. Initially, the two could not be more different; Su Yu, a cold and conceited top student, contrasts sharply with Wu Bi, an unreasonable underachiever. However, their relationship takes an unforeseen twist following an unexpected accident. As they gradually thaw towards one another, their connection deepens. Yet, when a heated confrontation ensues, the true facets of their identities come to light. (MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Are You Addicted?" (你丫上瘾了) by Chai Ji Dan (柴鸡蛋). Edit Translation

  • English
  • suomi
  • Français
  • Español
  • Country: China
  • Type: Drama
  • Episodes: 24
  • Aired: Jul 7, 2023 - Aug 12, 2023
  • Aired On: Friday, Saturday
  • Original Network: Youku
  • Duration: 35 min.
  • Score: 8.5 (scored by 7,061 users)
  • Ranked: #560
  • Popularity: #901
  • Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

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Completed
Soren Diagle
141 people found this review helpful
Jul 9, 2023
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 2
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

A STEP UP TO LOVE

Probably the best Chinese BL Drama adaptation of the year 2023 so far. Addicted Heroine had issues back in 2015 after the NRTA stripped it down from airing before it was even concluded for having way too many bed scenes which was very tragic and since the beginning of the year didn't go well for shows like A League of Nobleman and Justice in the Dark which suddenly stopped airing without any news, Stay With Me has not only taken me by surprise but I'll highlight everything that makes the show splendid.

This time round, Stay With Me has a much darker tone attached to it than the original series and not to mention the longer run time gives us a more deeper understanding of the series since a lot of more scenes have been included to make it more interesting.

Secondly, the chemistry of the main leads is second to none and they have a more realistic evolution from enemies to lovers the fact being that each of them is a lonely and broken individual that eventually ends up finding refuge in the other, as the show progresses we can feel there compatibility becoming more and more intense.

Thirdly, boyslove is boyslove and we'll keep it at that, very much like the untamed, despite the fact that the series was deficient in kissing scenes one could literally read the sincere affection of both characters, Su Yu and Wu Bi have delivered it best yet again as I last felt the intensity of such a lovestory back in 2021 with the dramas KILLER AND HEALER and WORD OF HONOUR which I find to be the most appealing construct taking boyslove to a whole new and more humane and meaningful level as something more than casual sex between boys to a development of sincere and intimate feelings.

The wuxia fighting scenes were pretty much unexpected for a modern drama but as it wasn't overdone, I found them slightly more interesting to take in. While the Characters played by Su Yu and Wu Bi are more captivating since aside from being scripted, there is that understanding that can be seen on the screen instantly and felt that the actors opened up more sincerely to themselves and embraced their characters to give them the best reality. This for me is the most intense forbidden true love weathering the storms of life and standing the true test of time.

Finally, besides not being an overdone romantic show, Stay With Me is mature with very many heartwarming scenes, clear character development and growth, unrestrained compassions and bitter moments, feelings of regret and reserve which narrate the common, unseen hardships of life which make it a more realistic coming of age drama as we have gone through most of this in real life and watching the show is like a therapy that enables us best understand the characters played on top of just enjoying them.

Ultimately, Stay with Me has that urge that keeps you wanting more and more of the show, not boring at all but every scene only suspensive will have you on edge worried about what will happen next to keep you fully indulged which makes it so far my favourite Cdrama of the year 2023 having set a milestone in this industry and even perhaps my drama of the year but most importantly because it impressed me in more ways than I could have imagined.

At this rate, nothing can stop me from longing for a second season.

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Completed
thecarterfilez
67 people found this review helpful
Jul 8, 2023
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed 1
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Addicted Remake Done Right

Acting is really good from these two young actors 10/10. plot is pretty much the same as addicted but feels a bit more stretched out and we see the backstories of the characters a lot more. The pacing tbh seems much better this time around. it's getting better with every episode... wow the nostalgia.. Addicted was my first BL ever and I feel like I'm finally getting an updated complete story with lots more clean camera work and dialogue. whether this is BL or bromance I love the story and I'll keep watching.
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  • Drama: Stay with Me
  • Country: China
  • Episodes: 24
  • Aired: Jul 7, 2023 - Aug 12, 2023
  • Aired On: Friday, Saturday
  • Original Network: Youku
  • Duration: 35 min.
  • Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

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  • Score: 8.5 (scored by 7,061 users)
  • Ranked: #560
  • Popularity: #901
  • Watchers: 17,009

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