JaFirst is one of my favorite BL Ships. I enjoyed their characters of Leo and Fiat in TharnType: 7 Years in Love – and I loved them even more in their spin-off series Don’t Say No and though they were part of an ensemble cast, Remember Me was a masterpiece.
Continue reading “Be Mine, Superstar” First Impressions (Ep.1 to 3)
THE END OF THE WORLD, WITH YOU – Futatabi – HIROBA (w/ai otsuka)
The End of the World, With You was such a beautiful surprise. I absolutely loved this series. Everything from the story to the acting to, of course, the music was just top-notch and amazing
There’s power in having a voice and being heard, but when a voice is silenced or ignored, it strips a person of the ability to advocate for the people they love, especially those unable to speak for themselves.
Continue reading “Laws of Attraction” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
Step by Step, a captivating Boys’ Love series from Thailand, has taken the BL fandom by storm since its premiere on April 18. In a genre known for its recurring themes, Step by Step manages to stand out with its unique plot, engaging characters, and a refreshing approach to storytelling. This article explores the key elements that make this series a must-watch for BL enthusiasts.
Due to the ongoing actors and writers strikes in the west, a lot of shows in Hollywood have been postponed indefinitely or even worse, cancelled. This is the chance for Asian content to shine, to show the world what they can really do. Boys Love is just one of the genres that the masses can flock to. So cross your fingers and pray that the upcoming projects really represent. This week was a bit quiet but no doubt things will pick up soon:
2023 has been a banner year of for BL Dramas. With so many great dramas to choose from (and there are a LOT) I figured I would make a short list of my favorites so far.
Hidden Agenda is a typical varsity based love story between Joke (Joong Archen) and Zoo (Dunk Natachai). Zo has a crush on Nita, a fellow student who is Joke’s ex-girlfriend. To woo Nita, Zo’s friends advise Zo to ask Joke for help in winning his ex-girlfriend’s heart. After watching the first two episodes, I found the plot to be a bit similar to another on-air GMMTV series, Be My Favorite. The main lead has a crush on a fellow student and seeks the help of a handsome guy who is either the ex of the girl they have a crush on or the person the girl has a crush on.
Continue reading “Hidden Agenda” First Impressions (Ep.1 & 2)
A multimillion baht house with beautiful actors working for the same company, thriving on the drama they can create in each other’s lives, is the setting for “House of Stars”. The show is a twelve episode drama surrounding the residents of the house, all of whom follow the strict house rules only when it suits them. The series moves like a spider interconnecting the characters like flies to the web of need that the house owner Miss Susie (Rudklao Amratisha) weaves. Offering rewards like fame, money, opportunities and access to the other actors for sex of romance (passively, as she has hidden cameras everywhere in the house and uses them to manipulate the actors).
Continue reading “House of Stars” Series Review (Ep.3 to 12)
The lineup of original series on streaming services is only getting hotter as the summer goes on. This week there are announcements from America to Asia, new and old, sad and happy. Keep reading to get the latest updates-
July has come with a few changes, mainly in terms of delivery of news. We just wanted to take this time to remind you that whether you are on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or Threads, you can count on ‘The BL Xpress’ to be there. Without further ado here’s what’s been happening in the BL universe this week.
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