Hey, everyone! How’s it going? Today I’m here to review the drama My Bubble Tea, which brought one of 2020’s most whimsical and entertaining Thai romantic comedies to Viu with all the magical mishaps, love triangles, and comedic chaos that makes supernatural romance so delightfully addictive.
My Bubble Tea premiered on Viu on May 22, 2020, delivering 13 episodes with an average runtime of 45 minutes each as a Viu Original production. Created as a collaboration between Viu and AIS PLAY, this supernatural romantic comedy stars Manasaporn Chanchalerm as Modem, Nichkhun Horvejkul from 2PM as her handsome boss, and Mean Phiravich Attachitsataporn as Light, the man she despises. Based on a popular online fiction from Fictionlog, the series explores what happens when a magical love potion goes hilariously wrong.
Set in contemporary Thailand with a touch of supernatural comedy, My Bubble Tea uses its magical premise to explore themes of unrequited love, destiny versus choice, and the complications that arise when you try to force romantic feelings through artificial means. The series doesn’t take itself too seriously, instead embracing the absurdity of its premise while delivering genuine laughs and romantic tension.
Modem’s Magical Mishap: The Woman with a Love Potion Recipe
Manasaporn Chanchalerm delivers a charming performance as Modem, a young woman who participates in her family’s secret tradition of brewing magical bubble tea to win the heart of the man she loves. Modem’s character represents the hopeless romantic who is willing to try anything to make her crush notice her, even supernatural intervention. Her plan backfires spectacularly when the wrong person drinks her love potion, creating the series’ central comedic premise.
Throughout the thirteen episodes, Modem’s journey involves learning that genuine love cannot be forced or manufactured, even with magic. Her character development focuses on discovering her own worth while navigating the chaos that ensues when her magical bubble tea creates unexpected romantic complications.
Light’s Unwanted Obsession: The Enemy Who Falls Too Hard
Mean Phiravich shines as Light, the man Modem despises who accidentally drinks her magical bubble tea and falls head-over-heels in love with her. Light’s transformation from antagonist to devoted admirer creates much of the series’ comedy, as his over-the-top romantic gestures and persistent pursuit drive Modem to distraction. His character explores themes of how artificial feelings can evolve into something more genuine over time.
Light’s storyline becomes increasingly complex as the series progresses, raising questions about whether his feelings are entirely due to the magic or if the potion simply revealed emotions that were already there. Mean Phiravich brings both comedic timing and unexpected depth to a character who could have been simply a one-note joke.
The Boss’s Perfect Charm: Nichkhun’s Romantic Appeal
Nichkhun from 2PM brings his natural charisma to the role of Modem’s handsome boss, the man she originally intended to enchant with her magical bubble tea. His character represents the perfect man who seems unattainable, making Modem’s feelings for him both understandable and frustrating. The boss remains unaware of the supernatural chaos happening around him, creating dramatic irony that fuels the series’ romantic tension.
His presence in the love triangle creates the series’ central conflict as Modem must choose between the artificial love that Light offers and the genuine but uncertain possibility of romance with her boss.
The Love Triangle Reaches Boiling Point: When Magic Meets Reality
The series builds to its comedic and emotional climax as the effects of the magical bubble tea create increasingly complicated situations for all three main characters. This storyline explores what happens when artificial romantic feelings clash with genuine emotions, forcing everyone to confront what they really want in love and relationships.
The magical elements serve as a catalyst for examining deeper questions about consent, authenticity, and whether love that begins artificially can transform into something real and meaningful.
Success on Viu and International Appeal
My Bubble Tea found success as a Viu Original production, appealing to audiences who enjoyed its blend of Thai romantic comedy traditions with K-pop star appeal through Nichkhun’s casting. The series aired simultaneously on Viu platforms across Asia with English subtitles, making it accessible to international audiences who appreciated its lighthearted approach to supernatural romance. The show’s combination of familiar rom-com tropes with magical elements created an entertaining viewing experience that stood out among other 2020 Thai dramas.
Perfect Comfort Viewing for Romantic Comedy Fans
If you love supernatural romantic comedies, magical mishap storylines, love triangle dynamics, and Thai dramas that don’t take themselves too seriously, My Bubble Tea is the perfect series to binge on Viu or Rakuten Viki. The show proves that sometimes the best romantic comedies are the ones that embrace their own absurdity while still delivering genuine laughs and romantic satisfaction.
Why My Bubble Tea Offers Sweet Entertainment
My Bubble Tea stands as an enjoyable example of contemporary Thai romantic comedy that successfully blends supernatural elements with traditional rom-com storytelling. With engaging performances from its international cast and a premise that’s both ridiculous and charming, the series offers light-hearted entertainment that doesn’t require deep emotional investment but still provides satisfying romantic resolution.
Series Details
Number of Episodes: 13 (completed series)
Platform: Viu, Rakuten Viki, Apple TV
Release/End Year: 2020
Genre: Supernatural Romance, Comedy
Status: Completed Viu Original series
Protagonists: Manasaporn Chanchalerm (Modem), Nichkhun Horvejkul (Boss), Mean Phiravich Attachitsataporn (Light)
Key Supporting Cast: Carissa Springett