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!
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“My Beautiful Man 2” Series Review (Ep.1 to 4)
In 2021, the Japanese live-action BL, My Beautiful Man, adapted from the novel Utsukushii Kare by Yu Nagira, dropped onto the scene, stirring hearts and igniting a bevy of discussions about insecurity and toxic relationships.
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“Jack O’ Frost” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
One of my favorite things about Japanese dramas is their hidden depth. While not all Jdramas are symbolic representations of life, most have a way of delving into two sides of the same story.
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“Candy Color Paradox” Series Review (Ep.3 to 8)
It’s exciting and captivating watching rivals inside the same industry with contrasting personalities suddenly being thrown together. It’s an electrifying dynamic that’s fun to watch either fall apart or somehow work.
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“The End of the World with You” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
What would you do if you discovered the world was ending? Where would you go? Who would you spend it with? What memories would you want to remember? What regrets would you want to face? If you had the option of ending your own life peacefully beforehand, would you?
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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!
Upcoming Asian BL Dramas- Part I
With the Boys Love universe growing every day it can be difficult to decide what to watch amongst the new and returning shows. To make it easier for you, we’ve put together an impressive list of some top-notch Boys Love television shows that are sure not to disappoint! There’s a little something here to suit everybody’s taste.
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.
BL Anime – List of 25 Best Yaoi anime series and movies | Recommendations
As far as I recall, BL anime has always existed since the early 90s. Before BL dramas and movies became mainstream, BL animated series were essentially frontier films portraying male romance even though they were taboo in society.
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“Candy Color Paradox” First Impressions (Ep. 1 & 2)
There’s something captivating about watching rivals inside the same industry with contrasting personalities suddenly being thrown together. It’s an electrifying dynamic that’s fun to watch either fall apart or somehow work.
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