The BL series Destiny Seeker takes viewers on a journey through the lives of Songkhram and Ai, two engineering students who, by chance, end up running Dormitory 2 and Dormitory 3, respectively. The backdrop for a story with charming sequences, shocking turns, and a quest for destiny is the long-standing rivalry between these two dorms. The rivalry-turned-love romance between Songkhram, played by the charismatic Earth Chitsanupong, and Ai, portrayed by the endearing Bank Nuttawat, is the core of the series. Songkhram has always been Dormitory 2’s bulwark of strength due to his extraordinary athletic prowess. His encounter with Ai, a rival who matches him in both charm and competitiveness, however, upends his entire universe. As the series investigates the strange transformation of passionate adversaries into lovers, viewers become engrossed and eager to learn the cause for this unexpected change of events.

Meen and Bright, played by Pre-Saint Nattapat and Boss Natthaphon, as well as Plustor and Nano, played by Pote Chawanakorn and Rin Sarin, are the two additional pairings in Destiny Seeker. Although Meen and Bright’s connection initially seems to be a strong friendship, as their secret history comes to light, viewers can see how their closeness deepens. Their path of self-discovery, struggles, and finally realizing their love for one another are expertly portrayed. Similar to how Ai and Songkhram’s relationship changes, Plustor and Nano’s story progresses from hostility to a passionate bond. While Destiny Seeker features amusing moments and interesting chemistry between the characters, some viewers might pick up on frequent and abrupt scene changes. Ai’s confession to Songkhram, though seemingly quick (where the change from bitter enemies to lovers feels a little hurried), is still noteworthy. This narrative flow could have been improved to offer a smoother and more enjoyable viewing experience.

The show also stumbles at first with repetition in critical parts, but episode 8 marks a turning point and adds the much-needed energy to the plot. A series of love-hate scenes and self-discovery moments may have preoccupied viewers’ attention before this episode, leaving them wishing for a more engrossing and compelling plot. The show finally fulfills its promise to explore the concept of destiny seeking, despite those technical issues. Destiny Seeker, a 10-episode series, teaches important life lessons over its course. While the plot may follow typical locations and character tropes, the show is excellent in conveying the value of cherishing relationships, whether they are with a significant other or a family member. Ai’s profound awareness and the way he values relationships is demonstrated in one of the best scenes, which highlights his compassionate nature as a devoted son and a caring partner.

The actors’ acting abilities are impressive, demonstrating their expertise and talent. His acting prowess was already evident in Bank Nuttawat’s earlier works, and his portrayal of Ai in this series further serves to accentuate his abilities. In the same way, Earth Chitsanupong, best known for his part in BounPrem’s BL Series, Even Sun, wows the audiences as Songkhram. Their on-screen connection is evident, engrossing viewers in the developing romance between their characters. Bright and Meen’s visual attractiveness and their effortless interaction create an additional degree of intrigue, making the audience eager for further patterns that reveal their love story. The final episodes of Destiny Seeker contain hot moments, thus it’s crucial to emphasize that viewers may need to use discretion. The three love pairs expertly convey these private moments with their amazing emotional range. Their performances give the series more nuance and sincerity, which improves the experience of watching it as a whole.

Destiny Seeker weaves the connections between the characters via the perspective of destiny, which sets it unique from other Thai BL series. The series excels in terms of presentation and reduces cringe-inducing situations, skillfully capturing the complexity and nuanced aspects of college Thai BL romance. The audience is enthralled by the compelling storyline, which entices them to learn more about the characters’ lives and identify with their experiences. Destiny Seeker delivers an educational component in addition to its love narrative by adding intriguing scientific discoveries. The show delves into fascinating ideas that provide viewers an engaging and stunning perspective on research. The seamless fusion of romantic and instructional themes gives the entire story depth and variety, increasing the series’ appeal to a larger range of viewers.

In the context of the show, destiny goes beyond emotional issues. It also includes opportunities. The team led by Ai and Songkhram may not have succeeded in achieving their primary goal, but their presentation of an excellent idea opens up new possibilities for the future. The characters in the series display a level of receptivity that goes beyond the conventional “I’m confused” stage seen in many works of fiction with a similar theme. Instead, they take incredible opportunities and embrace possibilities, demonstrating the fortitude and perseverance of destiny seekers like Ai.

Rating- 4 out of 5

Streaming on- WeTV Thailand