This week, so many series began and ended that it almost gave me whiplash. Still, there were some highlights.

“Chosen Home” is a queer drama from Japan that made me smile through the entire episode. I wouldn’t call it BL. Still, it had a strong found-family element that I adored.

“Khemjira” ended and is a highlight of the year for me. I plan on writing an extended review and putting it on my Patreon. The storyline was superb. The acting was outstanding for such a rookie cast. I loved the cinematography and the OST. The journey was incredible to watch. If you haven’t seen it yet, be prepared to spend a full weekend binging. Several episodes are full-length two-hour movies. It is going on #BLWatchlist, and I highly recommend it.

Also, this weekend was the ZeeNunew fan concert. If you like that kind of thing, there are plenty of clips on YouTube. It looks spicy to say the least.

Things are settling, and I have to decide what I will keep watching and what I will let go. So, we will see where the cards fall next week.

On to the week in review.

Sunday, October 19

School Trip Joined a Group I’m Not Close to (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

✴️PREMIERE

1. The title says it all.

2. The most popular boy of that group seems to have a crush on the main character.

3. It was cute and had the classic JBL vibe.

4. I’ll try another episode.

Chosen Home Episode 1 (Japanese Queer drama on Netflix)

✴️PREMIERE

Captivating

1. OMG, I love it!

2. Hatano is so lovely and quirky.

3. I love how he decides one day that he’s no longer going to feel ashamed of himself. All he wants is to find someone to eat ice cream with.

4. Can it be next week yet?

Pluto Charon Episode 1 (Mandarin BL on YouTube)

✴️PREMIERE

1. We have a time hop, or an alternate dimension, something like that.

2. I’m curious where they’ll take this series. Enough so to continue watching for the time being.

Not watching:

Takumi-Kun Series Episode 5 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Air Moment Episode 4 (Thai BL- no international release)

My Boyfriend is a Sculpture Episode 2 (Korean BL on Likey app)

Note: No international release

Monday, October 20

Patreon Exclusive:

My Secret of Seer Episode 1 ✴️PREMIERE (Thai BL on YouTube)

Not Watching:

A Man Who Defies the World of BL 2024 Episode 4 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Haunted Desires Episode 2 (Pinoy BL on YouTube)

Tuesday, October 21

The Love Never Sets EP 2 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Ice is so strong

1. Ice is such a beautiful, powerful character. I now see him as bent, but not broken.

2. I think Ice knows Saint is a wet rag. He wants him to stand up and fight.

3. This is one time where I’m okay with a diary being read.

On Hold:

Love in the Moonlight Episode 11 (Thai BL on Gagaoolala and YouTube)

Not Watching:

Hot Brother Next Door Episode 6 (Vietnam BL on YouTube)

My the Series S2 Episode 7 (Myanmar BL on YouTube)

Bound Contract Episode 2 (Korean BL on Queerdeep YouTube Channel)

Wednesday, October 22

At 25:00 in Akasaka S2 Episode 4 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Interpretation

1. It’s interesting how Yuki and Asami have completely different takes on the role they’re auditioning for. I love watching auditions for that very reason. How is the person interpreting the role? Which one would I choose? It’s so fun.

The Cursed Love Episode 3 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Control

1. Khun seems to be able to control his air power. Wouldn’t that mean that Siwat had the same ability?

2. Obviously, the son of the homestay owner is the Water Bender.

3. Now, who is the Earth Bender? I’m leaning towards the bodyguard guy.

On Hold this week:

Love in the Moonlight Episode 12 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on Gagaoolala and YouTube)

Not Watching:

The Luminous Begins Episode 10 (Thai BL on YouTube behind a membership wall)

Thursday, October 23

The Story of Bihyung: Enchanted Master of the Goblin EP 7 and 8 (Korean BL on IQIYI and Gagaoolala)

Not Watching:

4 Destiny Project: Un in Heart Episode 2 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL cut on YouTube, Uncut on VIU Thailand (With VPN))

Love Reset Episode 4 ✴️FINALE (Korean BL on YouTube)

Never Date a Capricorn Episode 4 ✴️FINALE (Chinese BL on YouTube)

Friday, October 24

I’m the Most Beautiful Count Episode 13 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

✴️FINALE

1. Would you have chosen the way Worradej did?

2. There were moments of laughter and anger.

3. Overall, it was an entertaining journey. Watch if you like some slapstick comedy and a loud, vibrant queen.

That Summer Episode 6 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Revealed

1. Wave’s mystery is solved, and Lava is already acting differently.

2. It was a clever twist to make Gawin a good guy. I was anxious the whole episode until the reveal.

3. I hope Pheng can handle their secret being revealed. He seems so stressed.

Punk’s Triangle Episode 3 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

New Experiences

1. Chiaki’s innocence, along with his look, is a fun juxtaposition. It makes watching him experience all these new things highly entertaining.

2. I like how it focuses on one love story.

3. I wonder how Ayumu will combine his 2 personas. 🤔

Me and Who Episodes 3 (Thai BL on Tencent/WeTV)

Gently built chemistry

1. Apo can’t help but be kind and generous. I love the characterization.

2. Suriya is also surprising with his depth. He’s so emotional.

3. This episode didn’t make me laugh, but it did make me melt as they gently got closer.

Not Watching:

My Little Ghost Episode 4 (Vietnam BL on YouTube)

Mandate Episode 8 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on Monomax)

Never Ending Story Episode 6 ✴️FINALE (Korean BL on Lovememory YouTube Channel)

The Journey to Killing You Episode 6 ✴️FINALE (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

My the Series S2 Episode 8 (Myanmar BL on YouTube)

Saturday, October 25

Revamp the Undead Story Episode 10 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Happy Ever After

1. Yes to unique endings. I love that the main lead wasn’t turned. 🔥

2. It was awesome that Junior got a last-minute cameo. I think he was a werewolf, judging by the moon exhibit and his eyes. Spin-off anyone?

3. It was a fun ride.

Khemjira Episode 12 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on IQIYI)

The End

1. I loved it when Khem and Pheem got married and adopted the reincarnated Tong and Ake.

2. Several fun twists kept me riveted.

3. Thank you, Charn, for pointing out all the plot holes so the monk could explain. 🤣

Lover Merman Episode 5 (Thai BL on Gagaoolala and Viki)

Postponed one week

The Wicked Game Episode 5 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Zero Trust

1. I can’t believe Pheem pulled the ring card to help with his manipulation. 😭

2. Also, Pheem clearly started the Fentanyl case again because it was a scheme, not because he wanted to help Than.

3. I hope for a found family, redemption arc.

On Hold:

Awaiting Dawn Episode 8 (Vietnamese BL on YouTube)

The Two of Them Episode 1 ✴️PREMIERE (Myanmar BL on YouTube)

As this article comes out, this short mini-series will be mostly available, with the final episode airing on Wednesday, October 29. You can enjoy the release of the capstone project from course 851432 from Chiang Mai University titled Under the “Moonlight”. It can be found on YouTube.

The next series beginning this week is “Head 2 Head”, which is the new one from GMMTV. The first episode was released today (Sunday, October 26), so by the time you read this, it will already be available on YouTube. It is a college series about two next-door neighbors who cannot stand to be in each other’s presence. Sparks are bound to fly.

On Thursday, October 30, “Therapy Game” will begin on Gagaoolala. According to the synopsis on MyDramaList, it is a series about two men who have a one-night stand and the shenanigans that follow.

“Goddess Bless You From Death” begins on Friday, October 31, on IQIYI. It is a story about a detective and a man, accused of murder, who can see ghosts. It is classified as mystery, horror, and thriller on IQIYI’s website, so be prepared if you are planning on watching that one.

That’s all this week that I’m aware of. If you know of more, feel free to leave a comment. What are you most excited about?

Until next time. Happy watching, everyone.