An actor’s caliber rests on his ability to command the audience’s attention. 2025 saw a sudden rise in BL dramas and as such, the focus has shifted to intelligent storytelling and smart casting. Gone are the days, when popular actors could drive the ratings for a show. These days, audiences focus more on quality than quantity. If the show is mediocre, not even the most popular actor’s inclusion could save it!
Continue reading Top Ten BL Actors- My Personal Favorites (2025)
It has been excruciating year, in terms of BL production. The Asian subcontinent is churning shows & movies at a speed that is incomprehensible. It could be attributed to the fact that Thailand as the largest producer of queer content has found the liberty to legalize same-sex marriage. It was difficult to choose a select few for this list; I had to let go of quite a few shows to compile this feature. But here we are, so enjoy the feast!
Continue reading Top Ten BL Dramas- My Personal Favorites (2025)
Toxic BLs are on the rise and literally the Chinese industry is flaunting the genre, despite the existent censorship. We have shows buzzing with toxic characters who are obsessive and hot-tempered. They are mostly handsome, filthy rich and possessive as hell. At times, it makes for a fine watching experience; the rest of time, you spend your time cursing at their intrusiveness. We have lined up the best storylines with such obtuse characters!
Continue reading Toxic BLs That Will Leave You Shocked Beyond Your Imagination! (2025)
There’s something irresistible about the story of two people falling in love while navigating heartbreak, secrets, and sometimes, a dose of revenge. If there’s a genre that can combine all of these dramas with heart-pounding chemistry, Chinese BL is the answer. In recent years, the Chinese BL scene has been booming—not just in quantity but also in emotional quality. And 2025? It’s crazy, it’s getting bolder and full of surprises. If you’ve been following the “Revenged Love” trend, you’ll definitely feel it, the dramas are getting spicier! This year’s dramas aren’t just about shy glances or sweet romance. The stories are deeper—about love that grows from hurt, betrayal, and the bumpy healing process. Whether you’re already a die-hard fan or just starting to dive into the world of Chinese BL, these ten dramas are a must-watch before 2025 is over. Guaranteed to be full of thrilling stories, heartbreak, and yes—those poetic, melancholy glances that are hard to forget.
Brief Announcement: This Tuesday, August 19, my livestream will be at 5 PM PST instead of 6 PM. I hope to see you there.
All things ultimately come to an end but that doesn’t mean we can’t remember them fondly!
Continue reading “Revenged Love” Series Review (Ep. 5 to 24)
This year in BL just keeps getting better and better.
Dear fellow BL Fans,
Good news. I feel better this week, although I’m still recovering. I think the saddest thing for me was not having “The Ex-Morning” to watch on Thursday, though there have been hints that Krist and Singto will have a new series in 2026, so fingers crossed (and maybe toes, too).
This week, three new series dropped that are fabulous. I was thinking about which one I enjoyed the most, and I think they’re equal. All get first place in my book. You may be wondering what those series are. Well, look no further, look for the “Highlights” to find out. Let’s get on to the BL Week in Review.
– BL Songbird
Gone are the days when BL pairings were resilient and long-standing. In the current era, quite a few popular pairings have fallen apart because of mismanagement or turmoil created by toxic fanbase. In the midst of this chaos, we have some new pairings that are making waves and some old ones, that have stood the test of time!
Continue reading My Favorite BL Couples in the First Half Of 2025- Part I
The sudden outpour of Chinese dramas (both certified BL & Bromances) might come as a surprise to most. There are many who are still questioning the extent of censorship; even a slight change in schedule makes them panic. Chinese censorship is notoriously infamous for cutting down good dramas solely because homosexuality is criminalized offense in that country. But in recent days, producers and directors have found a new way to produce these dramas- shooting them abroad & streaming them on international platforms. Since it surpasses the regional boundaries, these dramas are safe!
Continue reading Chinese Dramas in 2025 That Escaped Censorship
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