Alongside the glitzy affair that was GMMTV 2025 Lineup, we had some pretty big announcements from the Japanese & Korean BL industry that will blow your mind. If you are a Cherry Magic fan, you would know what we are hinting at. With marriage equality becoming a dream come true in Thailand, major giants are stepping up their game, churning out quintessential BL/GL content!
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My Favorite Asian BLs So Far (2024)- Part III
My last tier of my favorite Asian BLs for this year is, of course equally eclectic as my first two lists were. Perhaps these, of all the series I have watched this year, are the ones that have left the greatest emotional impact on me. Equally important, they have also made me ruminative and reflective. Wondering and pondering most whether I would have taken the same actions or gone down the same path or felt the same way. Mostly, I saw something within me in each of the main protagonists. Some characteristic force, strength, flaw, weakness, emotion, or perhaps desire that helped me identify more with how they felt, who they were, and/or more importantly why they did what they did. I felt deeply engaged in what was happening and could feel their emotions with them:
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BL Mini-Bytes
We had a power packed week filled with surprising announcements. As we proceed into the next week, awaiting the “GMMTV 2025 Lineup” scheduled for 26th November, the anticipation is feverishly high. We are raking in the BL/GL moolah.
My Favorite Asian BLs/GL So Far (2024)- Part II
The theme for this feature is “Hardcore Realizations”
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“My Damn Business” Series Review (Ep.1 to 7)
This short but unsullied movie, broken into 7 episodes, is surprisingly effective and very entertaining. While a few cringe worthy scenarios brought it down a few notches, there is one big framework that catapults it back up into the stratosphere, making it exceptionally rare for a KBL. This is an obviously low-budget production that has essentially two main characters and only a smattering of other characters. Thus, it is character driven.
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My Favorite Asian BLs So Far (2024)- Part II
Admittedly, my second-tier favorite Asian BLs for this year (so far) is as equally eclectic as my first list was and is again not of a ‘mainstream’ conformity. It bears repeating that I am an individual who does not follow any set of established social norms in what I find to be favorites.
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My Favorite Asian BLs/GL So Far (2024)
The theme for this feature is “Emotional Trauma, Healing & Wellness”.
“Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo” Series Review (Ep.3 to 8)
In life, we’re all searching for a lifeline—a smile, a sunrise, a reason to keep going each day. For those who know only pain, that lifeline becomes even more vital.
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BL Mini-Bytes
While MewTul fans are rejoicing over their engagement, we were stuck with some pleasant surprises from all quarters. There were loads of updates from the Thai BL industry, as well as their Taiwanese & Japanese counterparts. Joining the excitement surrounding MewTul’s engagement, we are in the long haul for some intriguing exclusives lined up for the upcoming months!
Heart Fluttering Bromances That Aired in 2024
Bromances probably came into existence and became popular because of China’s rigid censorship on queer representation. Even though their popularity stems from heart fluttering moments that spur imaginary romance between the fictional characters, Bromances are fast becoming a stable part of the BL genre!
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