Stormy Honeymoon – Drama Review & Summary

Dang and Son are newlyweds. They met in their rural hometown, where Son volunteered as a schoolteacher. He helped Dang, a struggling student, with his university entrance exams. As they spent time together, they fell in love during their one-to-one tutoring sessions. Having passed his exams, Dang is now studying at university as a second-year architecture student. Son supports his spouse's academic pursuits.

Years later, Dang and Son returned to the city together. They now have a successful marriage and a happy home. Although the couple sometimes disagrees, they quickly reconcile and move on. Son is eager to be physically intimate, often initiating sexual encounters. However, his clumsiness leads to comical mishaps and accidental injuries. One time, Son sprained his foot while hopping onto the bed.

Dang recently reconnected with his friend Tam, who lives nearby their house. Tam is also enrolled in the architecture faculty. The two get along well and share much in common. Their close bond bothers Son, who dislikes seeing his spouse so chummy with another man. However, Dang seems oblivious to his husband's jealousy and meets Tam frequently.

Son vents his frustrations to his friend, Khoa, who runs a pottery shop. Son worries that their attraction faded after marriage. They don't seem as physically or emotionally intimate anymore. Due to Son's age difference with Dang, he is concerned about their age difference. Dang and Tam are around the same age, making them more relatable. Khoa comforts his friend and reassures him. Nonetheless, Son worries that the honeymoon phase of his marriage will be stormy.

Stormy Honeymoon is a half-hour epilogue continuing the story in The Star Always Follows You. The original series was set in the countryside, depicting a gentle romance between a student and his tutor. The sequel is an energetic comedy about a newlywed couple and their goofy antics in the city. Unlike its predecessor, Stormy Honeymoon takes the story in a radically different direction. If it weren't for the same characters, I'd never recognize the connection between the two narratives.

I ventured into Stormy Honeymoon with low expectations. Although The Star Always Follows You was an okay BL drama, it didn't leave a lasting impression on me. Surprisingly, the special episode was more enjoyable than the entire series combined. I love the cheerful comedy, upbeat tone, and lighthearted silliness of the sequel. The original felt dry and lacked playfulness. In contrast, the delightful epilogue contains humour and romance in spades. The story also eliminates unnecessary subplots and irrelevant supporting characters, creating a tighter narrative.

Stormy Honeymoon takes Dang and Son's love story to the next level. The dating couple is suddenly married in this sequel. Their relationship dynamic evolves, presenting unique storytelling possibilities inconceivable during the original drama. I enjoy seeing these newlyweds live together in a loving home and do everyday routines. Their domesticity seems intimate, making this romance more persuasive. Stormy Honeymoon also showcases the actors' natural chemistry with each other. They have ample opportunities to kiss, banter, and initiate physical affection.

The plot is unoriginal. Stormy Honeymoon takes a simple approach and doesn't revolutionize love stories in its short half-hour episode. Son's jealousy spirals comically when his husband gets chummy with another man. The linear narrative offers no surprises, so you can predict what will happen next. Even so, the scenes are written delightfully enough that you'll still laugh at Son's amusing reactions. I sympathize with Son, even if he seems neurotic and oversensitive to certain situations. The actor (Hao Dan) endearingly conveys his character's sincerity and pitifulness.

Son displays more personality in the sequel. From his clumsiness to his horniness, the character reveals new facets of himself. He can be childish, petty, and insecure. Yet, these flaws create a well-rounded protagonist, making him relatable to viewers. In contrast, Dang behaves maturely and responsibly, highlighting his growth. Dang was like a kid in The Star Always Follows You, but now he is a confident young adult. Likewise, Tam and Khoa are fun additions to the supporting cast. I'm particularly fond of Khoa's actor and want to see him kiss a guy in another BL drama. 😚

Stormy Honeymoon has a happy ending, resolving the couple's communication troubles without unneeded drama. I adore Dang and Son's final chat, where they open up about their vulnerabilities. Despite numerous jabs about their age difference, the story addresses the topic thoughtfully at the end. There's substance beneath its innocuous humour. The satisfying conclusion reiterates feel-good messages about healthy relationships. Overall, the sequel was a pleasant surprise. Stormy Honeymoon has improved my opinion of this BL romance, which I'll remember fondly.