First, I found that “Love at First Spike”, a Filipino queer series, is currently available on YouTube. Be sure to check it out. I was curious enough that I watched episode 1 on the iWantTFC app while it was airing, and it had a great start.

Also, thanks to Ocil from my Discord server for pointing out a new short story from Myanmar titled “The Daisy You Give to Me”. All five episodes are now available to watch.

This next week is a big deal, and I am personally hoping that these two series will pave the way and create the link between the rage that is “Heated Rivalry” and all the wonderful MM Romance live action series we get to watch from the east every week.

Two BLs are premiering on December 18 on International Netflix. The first is a movie from Japan titled “10 Dance”. It is a movie where the central focus is Ballroom Dance, and the preview makes it look amazing.

The second live-action series is “Dare You To Death” (The newest BL from GMMTV). It’s an action/thriller/romance that promises to be a good time.

This week, BL Week in Review will be Live on YouTube on Tuesday at 6 PM. Join me for a lively discussion on episode 2 of “Melody of Secrets”, as well as the official Finale of “Me and Who” in the spoiler section of the show.

Now, on to the week in review.

Sunday, December 7

School Trip: Joined a Group I’m Not Close to Episode 8 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Confession

1. It was interesting how insecure Watarai became!

2. Then, when Hioki stupidly gave Watarai a card from another girl, the meltdown was legit.

3. I think the confession wouldn’t have happened without their friends’ help.

Head 2 Head Episode 7 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Obsession isn’t good

1. They both ended up with bandages on their foreheads. 🤦‍♀️

2. Anyway, I truly hope J doesn’t get too obsessive. I have a bad feeling he’ll drive Jinn away.

3. Van is dumb. Did he really ask Farm to be his BF only to get caught with a girl?

Patreon Discord Exclusive:

Chosen Home Episode 8 (Japanese Queer drama on Netflix)

Not watching:

Pluto Charon Episode 8 ✴️FINALE (Mandarin BL on YouTube)

Destino Episode 4 (Brazilian BL on YouTube)

To My Shore Episode 8 (Chinese BL on Gagaoolala and Viki)

Monday, December 8

Not Watching:

Checkered Shirt S2 Episode 1 ✴️Premiere (Korean BL on YouTube)

A Man Who Defies the World of BL Final Season Episode 5 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Haunted Desires Episode 6 ✴️FINALE (Pinoy BL on YouTube)

My Secret of Seer Episode 8 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on YouTube)

Tuesday, December 9

On Hold:

The Love Never Sets Episode 9 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Not Watching:

Gu Jin Nan Qiu Episode 8 (Chinese BL on YouTube)

Kiss Kiss S Episode 7 part 1 (Korean BL on YouTube)

Wednesday, December 10

Burnout Syndrome Episode 3 (Thai BL on IQIYI and YouTube)

Seduction🔥

1. That painting is so hot. I love how everyone was caressing it.

2. Jira couldn’t stay away from Koh.

3. Pheem is so sexy.

4. Another brilliant episode. 👏

Patreon Discord Exclusive:

Let Me Into Your Heart Episode 2 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Not Watching:

Mystique in the Mirror Episode 8 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Tide of Love Episode 8 (Korean BL on Gagaoolala, YouTube, IQIYI)

Thursday, December 11

Therapy Game Episode 7 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala)

Closed Off

1. No matter what Minato does, he can’t seem to find a way to open up to Shizuma.

2. It’s amazing how much patience Shizuma has.

3. It’s hard to let go of deep-seated trauma.

Not Watching:

Until We Drown Episode 6 ✴️FINALE (Mandarin BL on Secrets of Us YouTube channel)

Love Begins in the World of If Episode 4 (Japanese BL on Gagaoolala and Viki)

Kiss Kiss S Episode 7 part 2 (Korean BL on YouTube)

First Page Episode 3 (Korean BL on TruFilm YouTube Channel)

Thundercloud Rainstorm Episode 5 and 6 (Korean BL on Gagaoolala and IQIYI)

Match Play Reedited Episodes 5 and 6 ✴️FINALE (Korean BL on Gagaoolala)

Got My Eyes on You Episode 3 (Filipino BL on YouTube)

Friday, December 12

Me and Who Episode Episode 10 ✴️FINALE (Thai BL on Tencent/WeTV)

Me and Who is ready to binge

1. It went on my top 31 BL series for the year before it even finished airing.

2. It’s sweet, fun, and would pair well with a mocktail and a box of candy.

3. I loved the storytelling, and BigPark’s chemistry is hot.

Patreon Discord Exclusive:

Goddess Bless you from Death Episode 7 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Melody of Secrets Episode 2 (Thai BL on YouTube)

Heated Rivalry Episode 4 (Canadian BL on Crave, Sky New, MovieStarPlus, and HBO)

On Hold:

Interminable Thailand Episode 6 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Saturday, December 13

Me and Thee Episode 5 (Thai BL on YouTube and IQIYI)

Consent is sexy

1. Thee: “You taught me thank you, I’m sorry, and can I take liberties.”

Me: 😂🥹😍🫠💯- I love how he asked if he could kiss Peach.

2. Thee was so surprised when Thee touched him for the first time. You could tell he wasn’t used to it.

3. The small, nuanced details bring this series to life.

Not Watching:

Awaiting Dawn Episode 14 ✴️FINALE (Vietnamese BL on YouTube)

Tide of Love Episode 9 (Korean BL on Gagaoolala, YouTube, IQIYI)

To My Shore Episode 9 (Chinese BL on Gagaoolala and Viki)

Gu Jin Nan Qiu Episode 9- Members only (Chinese BL on YouTube)

Reloved: Start Anew with the Same Heart Episode 3 (Thai BL on IQIYI)

Sereno Episode 2 (Filipino BL on YouTube)

On top of “10 Dance” and “Dare You to Death”, the other major project coming out next week is on Saturday, December 20, “Fourever You Part 2” will begin with their first story titled “Beside the Sky”. It looks like a college drama centered around healing from trauma. It promises to pull at the heartstrings.

Happy watching, everyone.