Japanese BLs are swiftly becoming fan favorites because of their nuanced storytelling and phenomenal casting. Last year, we saw some excellent collaborative work which has raised the standards for BL content. In today’s feature, our authors will be sharing their favorite choices from 2022, meticulous adaptations that were successful globally!
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Favorite Japanese BL Dramas (2022)
With a sudden rise of thought-provoking dramas, 2022 was indeed a phenomenal year for the BL world. While we spend the last three weeks listing our favorite Thai BL dramas, this week onward we will be diving into the Japanese shores. Despite lingual limitations that often cause delays in international premiere, Japanese BLs are always at the top of the game. In today’s feature, our authors will be talking about the shows that stole their hearts!
Favorite Thai BL Dramas (2022)- Part III
2022 was a clandestine affair of well-written scripts being orchestrated by talented actors. Surprisingly, Thailand was at the forefront of fielding these meaningful dramas that have elevated the art of storytelling. In today’s feature, our authors will be sharing their personal favorites- memorable shows with a nuanced edge!
Favorite Thai BL Dramas (2022)- Part II
2022 was a phenomenal year in terms of production and even though the Thai shores were flooded with BL content, the memorable ones were few and far between. In today’s feature, our authors will be talking about the shows that made them laugh or cry, in short, the ones that left a deep impression on their psyche!
Favorite Thai BL Dramas (2022)
2022 was a succinct mix-up of phenomenal dramas strung together with some “Not So Good Ones”. We saw some excellent directives bought to life by nuanced actors who delivered praiseworthy performances. In today’s feature, we will be exploring such gems from the Thai BL industry!
Best Friendships in the BL World- Part III
Friendships in the BL/GL world are mostly described by the warm, fuzzy feelings that we relate to when the main leads have supportive friends. People who stand by them through thick and thin, to tide them over. Although this relationship is underrated, often it’s the “Friend’s Gang” that drive the narrative forward. They are straightforward, offer undulating advice and variable perspectives. In today’s feature, we will be exploring such intriguing friendships, the ones that spoke to us in their own unique ways!
Best Friendships in the BL World- Part II
The friendships in the BL world are as varied as the diverse stories. Some of them are memorable because they form the backbone of the support system needed by the main couple to come to terms with their feelings or simply seek comfort. More so, when they are struggling with their sexuality and may not have parental adherence. In today’s feature, our authors will be sharing their favorites- friends who carry you forward through time and tide!
Best Friendships in the BL World
Although most BL dramas focus on romance between the BL/GL couples, another element that plays an important role in the storyline is- Friendship. Confused teenagers often seek advice from their friends that encourage and support them. Being a member of the LGBTQ community is difficult, so friends become a big part of the support system that drives them forward. In today’s feature, we will be talking about such varied friendships that offer comfort and solace when the need arises.
Favorite Gay Couple in Non- BL Queer Media- Part III
While queer representation in western media is either grossly underrated or inadequately motivated, there are some shows which gave us valuable lessons and legendary couples. We fondly remember them, because they represented the LGBTQ community in an apt way; requisite to say that they embodied the struggles and stigmas faced by the LGBTQ diaspora in a conscious manner. It was because of their efforts that queer depictions are more reckoning today. In today’s feature, our authors will be talking about the queer couples who actually made a difference!
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Favorite Gay Couple in Non- BL Queer Media- Part II
Mainstream media in the western nations is notoriously evasive of queer content. And yet there are some who are braving the storm to portray LGBTQ inclusive characters while depicting their stories wholeheartedly. “MM Romance” books might be tremendously popular, but they are still far off from the kind of influence that Asian BLs enjoy. In today’s feature, our authors would be sharing their opinions about the few legendary couples who were gutsy in their portrayal of queer love!
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