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Love By Chance
Love By Chance is a film about two aspiring actors from South Africa (Altovise Lawrence and Atandwa Kani) who are independently in America, trying to crack into an extremely difficult and over saturated Hollywood industry. They meet by chance, but between the everyday struggle of auditioning, dealing with daily rejection, self-doubt, financial hardship, crazy friends and a mad dating scene, who has time for love?
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Plot Summary
Pete, a naive engineering student, finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Ae, a handsome and popular engineering freshman. Despite their different social circles and Pete's initial reluctance due to his shyness, their attraction grows. The series follows their journey as they navigate the complexities of their budding romance, dealing with misunderstandings, friendships, and the pressures of college life.
Critical Reception
Love By Chance garnered significant popularity, particularly within the BL (Boys' Love) fandom, due to its compelling storyline and the chemistry between its leads. While critical reviews are less formal for this genre, audience reception was overwhelmingly positive, leading to multiple seasons and spin-offs. It's praised for its sensitive portrayal of a developing relationship and relatable characters.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sweet and often humorous portrayal of a developing same-sex relationship.
The chemistry between the main actors is frequently highlighted as a major strength.
Appreciated for its focus on emotional connection and character development over overly dramatic plot points.
Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly loved the show, often citing the romantic development between the main characters as the highlight. Many enjoyed the blend of sweet, funny, and emotional moments. The actors' performances and on-screen chemistry were consistently praised.
Fun Fact
The series is based on a popular Thai novel of the same name, which also gained a substantial following before the show's adaptation.
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