When it comes to bad boys in romance films, the infamous Nicholas Leister from My Fault has quickly become a fan favorite. Played by Matthew Broome, who already brings that yearning energy we saw in The Buccaneers, he fully embodies the brooding, rebellious love interest we all crave. But what makes Nicholas stand out from the rest?
The Classic “Bad Boy Who Dislikes Everyone but You”
Nicholas is the perfect “bad boy with a soft side only for her”, and let’s be real—that’s what audiences live for. I’m just glad I didn’t have to wait for a third Culpa Mía movie to fully indulge in this trope.
At first, he seems untouchable—cold, arrogant, and distant. But as the story unfolds, his vulnerabilities start to show, and, of course, he only reveals them to one person: Noah. This makes their relationship even more intense and keeps fans hooked.
And let’s not forget—Nicholas isn’t just some spoiled rich kid with an attitude. His background is far more complicated, drawing fans in even more. Once he lets his guard down with Noah, we finally see his protective and affectionate side, making him impossible to resist.
Nobody loves a redemption arc more than me—just look at Nathan Scott (One Tree Hill). These types of characters have layers, and those layers are what make them so intriguing.
Forbidden Love Always Hits Different
There’s something about falling for someone you’re not supposed to that makes everything feel ten times more intense.
The stepsibling romance trope isn’t new, but My Fault plays into it perfectly. Right from the start, we get that love-hate chemistry that makes us want to scream at the screen.
“I think it’s best we stay out of each other’s way.”
Okay, Nicholas, sure. We totally believe you.
Undeniable attraction? Check.
Constant tension? Check.
That oh no, we actually love each other moment? Check.
Mercedes Ron knew exactly what she was doing with this one.
Nicholas Shows His Love Through Actions, Not Words
Can we normalize men showing their love instead of just saying it?
Because Nicholas Leister had me swooning the moment he burned those pretentious movie tees for Noah. That one action said everything.
- He’s fiercely protective of her.
- He has possessive moments (but in a way fans eat up).
- He pretends he doesn’t care, but his actions prove otherwise.
Nicholas is the definition of a bad case of caring more than he lets on.
Love That’s Consuming, Messy, and Real
His love for Noah is all-consuming—for both of them. It pulls on the heartstrings, feels raw, and comes with baggage that makes it even more real.
The push and pull between them makes their relationship feel intense but undeniable. And let’s be honest—people love messy.
The Look, The Attitude, The Energy
The bad boy clichés? Yeah, they got me.
- Leather jackets.
- Street racing.
- Boxing.
Sign. Me. Up.
His confidence is magnetic and bleeds through the screen. I had to rewind multiple scenes because the energy was just that good.
Where Does Nicholas Rank Among the Best Bad Boys?
I’ve seen my fair share of bad boy romances—from Hardin Scott (After) to Ares Hidalgo (Through My Window). But where does Nicholas Leister rank in your mind?
Is he the ultimate bad boy, or does someone else take the crown?
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