BL Week in Review

My favorite Thai company, GMMTV, announced two highly anticipated series that are going to premiere soon. “Burnout Syndrome” and “Melody of Secrets” have been on my must-watch list since I saw their mock trailers at previous lineup events, and I’m so curious to see how they play out. “Burnout Syndrome” starts on Wednesday, and “Melody of Secrets” begins on December 5. I have a good feeling about these two.

November 25 through December 2 is an exciting time. The biggest event for me is the GMMTV 2026 lineup from Thailand. I love seeing all the series they’ve come up with for the year. That will be happening on November 25 at 4:30 PM Bangkok time. By the time this article comes out, you will be able to see all of the previews on YouTube. This will be our main discussion for Tuesday’s livestream.

With so many series airing, it’s hard to keep up. Hopefully, this helps.

Sunday, November 16

School Trip: Joined a Group I’m Not Close to Episode 5 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Cuteness overload

1. Hioki has every right to be confused. Watarai’s version of friendship is ambiguous.

2. The F4 group continues to be wonderful. It was funny when they pushed Hioki into Watarai’s lap. 🤣

Chosen Home Episode 5 (Japanese Queer drama on Netflix)

Diverse Social Problems

1. The first thing I noticed about this episode was the parallel between the women’s conversation in the coffee shop and the men’s while putting furniture together.

2. I feel bad for Hotaru. I don’t think her mom is coming back.

Head 2 Head Episode 4 (Thai BL on YouTube)

“Before you ask for good love, try being good love for someone first.” – J

1. Theory: What if J is from the future? 👀

2. Me to Farm and Van: Now Kiss!

3. Me to J and Jinn: OMG, did you actually just kiss? 😘🙈

Not watching:

Pluto Charon Episode 5 (Mandarin BL on YouTube)

The Two of Them Part 2 Episode 2 (Myanmar BL on YouTube)

Destino Episode 1 ✴️PREMIERE (Brazilian BL on YouTube)

Monday, November 17

Not Watching:

A Man Who Defies the World of BL Final Season Episode 2 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Haunted Desires Episode 6- Delayed due to Typhoon (Pinoy BL on YouTube)

Please, Yes Episode 7 (Korean BL on SukFilm YouTube Channel)

My Secret of Seer Episode 5 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Tuesday, November 18

The Love Never Sets Episode 6 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Toxicity overload

1. Saint is toxic.

2. Ex-boyfriend is toxic.

3. Lanee is toxic.

4. The two friends trying to make each other jealous are toxic.

5. It’s time for Ice to block them all and give himself time to heal.

Not Watching:

Hot Brother Next Door Episode 10✴️FINALE (Vietnam BL on YouTube)

Gu Jin Nan Qiu Episode 2 (Chinese BL on YouTube and Bilibili)

Kiss Kiss S Episode 4 part 1 (Korean BL on YouTube)

Wednesday, November 19

At 25:00 in Akasaka S2 Episode 8 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Jealousy

1. I can’t quite believe that Hayama never experienced jealousy before.

2. Shirasaki’s bromance with his co-star would make me jealous, too, especially if I didn’t have that same rapport.

3. The UK news is going to be some serious drama.

On Hold:

The Cursed Love Episode 7 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Not Watching:

Mystique in the Mirror Episode 5 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Tide of Love Episode 2 (Korean BL on Gagaoolala, YouTube, IQIYI)

Thursday, November 20

Therapy Game Episode 4 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Words are hard to take back 😭

1. Revenge isn’t all it’s made out to be.

2. Shizuma’s honest feelings are refreshing.

3. I wonder why the confession words are terrifying for Minato. 👀🥺

Punk’s Triangle Episode 7 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Define Fashion

1. I would have never thought to rip clothes and use safety pins to make them bigger!🔥

2. AE’s walk is signature. I’m impressed. 👏

3. Chiaki is going to be pissed.

Not Watching:

Please, Yes Episode 6 (Korean BL on SukFilm YouTube Channel)

Peach Trap Episodes 5 and 6 (Korean BL on IQIYI and Gagaoolala)

Until We Drown Episode 3 (Mandarin BL on Secrets of Us YouTube channel)

Love Begins in the World of If Episode 1 ✴️PREMIERE (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Kiss Kiss S Episode 4 part 2 (Korean BL on YouTube)

Friday, November 21

That Summer Episode (Thai BL on YouTube)✴️FINALE

There’s that one summer we’ll always remember.

1. They did a great job with the pacing.

2. Satang and Winny made Lava and Wave so believable.

3. The beach vibe and the lighting enhanced the romance.

4. Watch if you need a little romance in your life.

Me and Who Episode 7 and Episode 8 Fast Track (Thai BL on Tencent/WeTV)

I only watched episode 7

1. The way Thorn got an electric shock when Suriya called him by his name was the highlight of the show.

2. I can see Thorn’s frustration at only being seen as Apo.

3. The way they kiss is so powerful.

On Hold:

Interminable Thailand Episode 3 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Goddess Bless you from Death Episode 4 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Not Watching:

My Little Ghost Episode 8 (Vietnam BL on YouTube)

Please, Yes Episode 8 ✴️FINALE (Korean BL on SukFilm YouTube Channel)

Tide of Love Episode 3 (Korean BL on Gagaoolala, YouTube, IQIYI)

Saturday, November 22

The Wicked Game Episode 9 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Pheem’s Family

1. Pheem’s family destroyed his childhood and skewed his concept of love.

2. I can’t believe that Than forgave him and gave him a new family. I wouldn’t have been able to.

3. I think he married Pheem to secure his future.

Me and Thee Episode 2 (Thai BL on YouTube and IQIYI)

Thai Lakorn

1. I wish I knew more of the Lakorn references. They were funny, but they were probably even funnier to those who had references.

2. Peach is great at setting boundaries.

3. Thee’s expression when Peach removed his jacket and tie was priceless.

Not Watching:

Lover Merman Episode 8 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on Gagaoolala and Viki)

Awaiting Dawn Episode 11 (Vietnamese BL on YouTube)

The Two of Them Part 2 Episode 3 (Myanmar BL on YouTube)

Tide of Love Episode 3 (Korean BL on Gagaoolala, YouTube, IQIYI)

To My Shore Episode 3 (Chinese BL on Gagaoolala and Viki)

Gu Jin Nan Qiu Episode 3 (Chinese BL on YouTube and Bilibili)

Next, also from GMMTV, “Burnout Syndrome” will start airing on Wednesday, November 26. It promises to be a toxic ride with the veteran Thai BL actors Off Jumpol and Gun Atthaphan. Nuchy Anucha is the director. Their last collaboration was “Not Me”, which I absolutely loved. Honestly, I have high expectations for this one.

On Thursday, November 27, the Korean BL “First Page” will begin on True Film’s YouTube channel. The preview suggests that the series will be a straightforward tale about a passcode that unlocks two doors in the same building.

Also, on Thursday, “Thundercloud Rainstorm” will begin on Gagaoolala in select countries. It is a BL from Korea. We shall see what it ends up being like. I hope they also release it on IQIYI.

On Friday, November 28, “Heated Rivalry” begins with its first two episodes on Crave in Canada and HBO Max in the United States, as well as several other countries. It will begin on Sky New Zealand and Movistar Plus in Spain. It is a gay series with the setting being the hockey industry, and is based on the novel of the same title. I am excited to see it brought to life.

Saturday, November 29, One31 Thailand will be airing the premiere of “Reloved: Start Anew with the Same Heart”. Right now, I haven’t seen a notification for an international release.

Have a fabulous week of watching, everyone.

4 thoughts on “BL Week in Review”

  1. That’s a lot of films you are reviewing and viewing. I’m still deciding where I should put my money to have one of online services. It’s will be IQIYI or Gagaoolala.

    I’ve grown a little tired of watching three episodes on YouTube and then I have to pay. I wonder why the online services are not picking them up for extra content.

    Thank you for your work helping me to catch some BL content.

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  2. Thank you for your long list of BL dramas most of which I have heard from you.

    I’m down to subscribing to IQIYI or Gagaoolala. I’m getting tired of watching three episodes on YouTube and then being told I need to pay.

    I will share your reviews with like minded friends

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    1. Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! I’m glad you’re enjoying my writing.
      I so often forget to check this site, so I apologize for the delay in response!

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