Vice Versa: Love and Identity in a Parallel Universe

The Thai production Vice Versa (2022) is one of the most beloved Thai BL series and productions made on the subject of parallel universes. It is a fantastic series. For those who love fantastic series, it truly has a very sincere story. It is both emotional and intriguing. The series makes you question love and identity. Perhaps the reason the series is loved so much is that it questions human identity beyond just the body swap. The series handles the fact that the essential things are emotions and conscious human choices very sincerely. I can say this is another factor in the series being loved. Anyway, no need to exaggerate too much.

The series is one of the most beloved ones with the energy and harmony of the “JimmySea” duo. Again, it is among the best productions to be watched first among BL series. Don’t mind that it is a bit old; Vice Versa is a production on its way to becoming a “cult” classic. Other series where you can watch the chemistry and harmony of the duo are: My Magic Prophecy (2025) and Last Twilight (2023).

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Vice Versa (2022) Plot and Detailed Review

Talay, a young and idealistic man, opens his eyes one day to find himself in an unfamiliar body, in a different universe. Before him are two strangers who introduce him as their son. While Talay was an actor taking on small roles in his own world, he is now in the body of Tess, the child of a family of major film producers. His mind is still Talay, but his body is someone else. In this new universe, he will face different relationships, challenges, and secrets.

Over time, Talay realizes he is not alone. Others, just like him, are living in this universe in different bodies. There is a special community where those who experience body swaps come together. Here, everyone needs to find a “portkey,” meaning their soulmate, to be able to exit this universe.

Talay soon meets a mysterious and attractive writer named Tun. Tun is actually another body-swapper who came from his own universe. The bond between Talay and Tun gradually strengthens. The relationship between them deepens not only through their encounters in this universe but also through the process of learning who they are in the original universe.

Although the series contains the classic themes of the BL genre, such as luxurious lives, flawless houses, and aesthetic venues, it builds a more philosophical and emotional narrative with its story that supports this visuality. While love becomes a means of transitioning between universes, it also makes the audience ponder the questions, “What is true identity, and who do you experience love with?”

Vice Versa will offer you an above-standard “finding your soulmate” theme; this theme was very strong. Also, it is not just a romantic BL story, but I also loved the journey of self-discovery, and you will love it too. The BL series perfectly reflects fantasy, love, existence, and identities with its parallel universe fiction. The character chemistry is also very good. Of course, when you watch the production, your expectations will be high too. It makes you wonder about the ending.

Talay and Puen fall in love with each other during their time in the parallel universe; okay up to here, but will they be able to discover each other upon returning to their own worlds? They will have different identities, appearances, and lives in their own worlds. It is at this point that you will understand that love and devotion exist in a place beyond identities and people.

Do not look at the series like a university youth drama played by handsome male actors. Look for deeper meanings. Finally, the theme of waking up in a different universe after a traffic accident is a trope that has been beaten to death in the BL world by now. Vice Versa stands in a different place with its high-quality plot and character dynamics.

Vice Versa Series Details

Vice Versa (รักสลับโลก) is a 2022 Thai 🇹🇭 BL (Boys’ Love) series. After a fatal accident, Talay and Puen find their consciousnesses in different bodies and try to find each other to return to their old worlds. This theme forms the foundation of the whole story. The Number of Episodes is 12; the episodes of the series are a bit long, 55 minutes. Where to Watch: You can watch it on GMM25 and Viki It is a novel adaptation (same name), the author of the series is JittiRain. I wanted to give this information too. If you want to read more trashy details and fan fights, you can check out the MyDramaList page.

Cast and Characters

Characters, each lost in their own universes but finding their way in each other, invite you to reflect on identity, belonging, and love.

• Sea Tawinan Anukoolprasert (Talay / Tess): A university graduate who is a colorist; he wakes up in Tess’s body after the accident and experiences an identity swap in the parallel universe.
• Jimmy Jitaraphol Potiwihok (Puen / Tun): A famous actor; he passes into Tun’s body after the accident and tries to return to their old world together with Talay.