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MuTeLuv: Love Me if You Swear
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by Phinda
14 days ago
4 of 4 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Short & Sweet!!!!

This one’s officially for the books! 📚 I’d rewatch this any day, any time. I originally gave it a shot because it was a mini BL, and after seeing Surf and Java as VanFarm, I was ready to be mad! Their 'shitty' relationship turned out surprisingly good, though. I can’t believe this was their first project together—their chemistry is undeniable both on and off-screen. I had a massive smile the whole time watching them bicker, swear, and just mess around with each other. A total 10/10 for me on everything: the music, direction, writing, and production! ⭐
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Ongoing 9/11
Countdown to Yes
3 people found this review helpful
by Phinda
Jan 16, 2026
9 of 11 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 8.0
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Glances into the Heart

This series had a great start and met all my BL expectations. Japan is known for capturing the hearts of viewers with unique storytelling techniques and atmospheric settings within the BL genre.

After watching the first episode, I must say Minato and Wataru’s friendship won me over. They are open and comfortable with each other, which is rare to find; often, people engage in friendships only to benefit or obtain something for themselves.
In a key scene, we see Wataru adoring a picture on the wall and reading the caption, "Minato," before the man himself appears. Minato is known to be an introvert who barely talks. Even when Wataru requested to see his other work, Minato remained silent and turned away quickly, which was quite shocking. However, he eventually did as requested—without ever saying he agreed—by showing up later with his portfolio, which served as his silent confirmation.

When Minato was leaving for Hokkaido for work, Wataru felt sad and lonely, as they had been best friends since high school. Even though Minato couldn't find the words, he hugged Wataru and looked him in the eyes; it felt as if they were about to kiss. Their expressions in that scene were incredibly loving. It was there that their love story silently began—not with an echo, but through simple, expressive glances.

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Love after Addiction
1 people found this review helpful
by Phinda
9 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 7.5

The Real Stars: Yo Ki & Yang Meng

If we are being real, Yo Ki and Yang Meng are the only reason to watch this show. While the main story was sometimes too heavy or confusing, these two kept things fun and sweet.
Lin Feng Song (Yo Ki) played the persistent pursuer perfectly, and Chen Wen (Yang Meng) was adorable as the guy who acted annoyed but clearly loved the attention. Their scenes felt like a breath of fresh air. I found myself fast-forwarding through everything else just to see them together.
Even if the editing wasn’t perfect and the other couples were boring, the "ChengWen" duo made it all worth it. They took a side story and turned it into the best part of the entire series. They are the definition of "carrying the show on their backs."

My Ratings:
Story Plot: 5/10 (A bit boring)
Visuals/Editing: 6/10 (Could be better)
Yo Ki & Yang Meng Chemistry: 10/10 (Amazing!)

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Our Youth: After Story
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by Phinda
Jan 19, 2026
2 of 2 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
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Announcing their Love and Marriage Talks!

A slice to the main story, highlighting marriage importance of signifying your love with your partner. It's still not possible for men to marry each other in the modern time for many nations, and this series portrays that we have a long way to go as humans. Again, opening up about your love to the public especially with the person of the same sex can be hard, the judgments and harsh comments from people can be unbearable. Even if Hirukawa and Minase didn't marry each other here, they are still hopeful that their love will last until the end of time and the laws might change.

What a great story, 10/10 for me. This doesn't need a perfect ending with a matrimony among two people of the same sex, it leaves room for questioning reality. Gay love also matters. We do want to share thoughts and ideas like heterosexual couples too. Love is love.

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Our Youth
1 people found this review helpful
by Phinda
Jan 19, 2026
10 of 10 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
I'm quite sad that I dropped this series on episode 8 when it was airing in 2024, coming back now in 2026, and realizing I missed out on a lot. I think I was exhausted of their suffering back then, their thorny adolescence love story and almost similar family backgrounds they are coming from. But I'm happy that 'Our Youth' was successful above all, and I remember when we celebrated 8.9/10 rating which was rare for a Japanese BL.

This series is a harsh reality to most teenagers out there; parents divorce, physical abuse and drugs intake are some of the major issues raised here. Basically, how all this can ruin or affect your promising youth. Hirukawa Haruki and Minase Jin falling in love was only hope for survival, also being with each other made them view their future as possible and bright.

10/10 for me because it was well written from start to finish. Well acted and directed.

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Kidnap
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by Phinda
9 days ago
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.5

Thank You, OhmLeng: Cherishing the Memories of Kidnap

After finishing the series, I realized all Ohm and Leng needed was our full support, and we failed them. They have such undeniable talent and natural chemistry; they deserved so much more recognition while this was airing.
From the first episode to the last, I was completely hooked. The production was incredibly well done, and the entire cast gave it their all—especially Khun Yada! She was absolutely gorgeous and nailed her character to perfection. 👏✨

It’s a perfect 9/10 for me. 🌟 I’m genuinely heartbroken that they are no longer a partnership, but I hope they know how much this work truly matters.

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Ongoing 7/10
Cat for Cash
6 people found this review helpful
by Phinda
Jan 21, 2026
7 of 10 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.0

Fluffy and Cute Cats: Big Tiger & Lynx

I love this fluff and cute side of First and Khaotung, they have been great since The Eclipse, their debut series as a couple. They have a remarkable chemistry.

Now moving on to 'Cat For Cash' series, Lynx never liked cats—or his mother. But when he’s stuck running her cat café, he has no choice but to team up with Tiger, a charming debt collector who can actually understand cats, to pay off her debts.

After watching the first episode of 'Cat For Cash,' I'm so glad and convinced that they are growing together in their craft as actors, and can take given script now.

We are used to seeing them turning from enemies to lovers and in action or thriller storylines, this series 'Cat For Cash's reveals their versatile side of them. It's cute to see them in such a setup.

FirstKhao, I've been a huge fan since day one.❤️

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Laundry Romance
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by Phinda
Feb 12, 2026
4 of 4 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 7.5
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Laundry and Life

Mr. Laundry and Jaemin!

Focusing on the first two episodes. To me, they just highlight the contrast between the two main characters: Jaemin, who is anxious, talkative, and eager to find employment, and Jiseok, a calm and emotionally stable man who left his job after a decade of struggle to prioritize his mental health, choosing peace and stability over the pressures of work and societal expectations.

Their initial meeting in a laundromat sets up a dynamic where Jaemin, struggling with low self-esteem, sees Jiseok as a mentor figure and calls him "Mr. Laundry" — a nickname rooted in their shared experience at the laundromat. This short series explores themes of mental health, self-worth, and personal growth through their evolving relationship.

The short drama explores how people can grow, feel better about themselves, and find peace — even when life is hard. After Jaemin fails his job interview because the questions were too hard, Mr. Laundry is there to comfort him. This moment brings them closer. He listens, cares, and helps Jaemin feel better. That’s when their bond grows — and they begin to feel something more than friendship.

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Love in Protocol
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by Phinda
Jan 28, 2026
4 of 4 episodes seen
Completed 2
Overall 8.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 8.0
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The Experiment That Revealed Yeon's True Feelings

I randomly discovered this on YouTube and instantly clicked the moment I saw Lee Sang Min on the thumbnail who also starred in Why R U: South Korean version. I must commend him that he really did well as Jeong Yeon in this series. Upon watching the first episode, I wondered why Yu Geon was so cold towards Jeong Yeon when they met for the first time after high school, even though he was his private tutor. Yeon joins him as an intern in the research lab.

Yes, Yeon might have been detached or uncaring to Yu Geon before, but it seems history is repeating itself now. Moving on to the second episode, it was a genius idea of Geon to use the Delphi Questionnaire to measure emotional responses. He discovered Jeong Yeon's true feelings that he still likes him through the responses made, without this he would have kept guessing.

Jeong Yeon sounds like someone who regrets his past-self because he rejected Yu Geon, now he's matured and so sure about his future. He even initiated in kissing him first, and Yu Geon went with the flow.

This is good in terms of acting and directing, 8 /10! You should definitely watch it.

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Goddess Bless You from Death
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by Phinda
Jan 16, 2026
13 of 13 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 8.5

Blessed by Death and Crowned by Love

Having sat through Pit Babe 2, I felt let down by how rushed it was. The finale’s racing competition lacked weight, leaving glaring script loopholes unresolved and the story unfinished. But then came the announcement of Goddess Bless You From Death, set to premiere at the end of 2025, and my expectations shifted. Knowing Pooh and Pavel’s on‑and‑off screen chemistry, I trusted they would deliver—and they did.

This project is a complete genre departure, and it’s their most daring yet. Pavel’s haunting portrayal of Singha and Pooh’s deeply human take on Thup made the supernatural believable, even as the narrative plunged into ghosts and rituals. The centerpiece, The Sacrifice of Seven Bodies Ritual, was chilling—an exploration of how far people will go for wealth, power, and recognition.

It is, without question, their finest collaboration since debuting as a couple. The research behind the story shows in every detail, and the execution is flawless. I rated it 10/10 because they earned it—this time, they gave us something complete, resonant, and unforgettable.

If you shy away from horror, ghosts, or ritualistic mystery, this series may not be for you. But for those willing to step into the shadows, Goddess Bless You From Death is absolutely worth the watch.

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Ongoing 6/10
Yesterday
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by Phinda
14 days ago
6 of 10 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
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The Tragedy of Kelvin's "Love"

Kelvin is the perfect example of how untreated trauma turns a person into a monster. He claims to have a deep bond with Vier, but his attachment is actually a dangerous obsession. The irony is clear: Kelvin is the one who desperately needs a psychiatrist, yet he’s the one holding the person he loves captive.

He’s so terrified of being abandoned again that he’s turned his love into a cage. If Vier ever truly walks out that door and never looks back, Kelvin won't just lose his mind—he'll be forced to face the hollow, broken person he’s become. It’s a chilling look at what happens when possessiveness replaces genuine.

Character Warning: Extreme "Black Flag" behavior. Kelvin is 100% the one who needs the therapy couch.
⭐ Rating: 9/10 for the psychological tension (and 0/10 for Kelvin's "boyfriend" skills)

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Ongoing 6/12
My Romance Scammer
1 people found this review helpful
by Phinda
Feb 2, 2026
6 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 8.5
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 8.5
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.0

Hooked on The Scammers

The moment I saw Junior and Mark as leads, I knew this was gonna be good in all aspects because they CARRIED in Perfect 10 Liners. They are such natural and talented actors. I also love that we now have the new ship OhmPoon, a random and unexpected pair that formed after Poon Mitpakdee replaced Fluke Jeeratch. As much as they are visually appealing, let's just protect them at all costs.

Moving on to My Romance Scammer, a series about two con artists, U and Tim, falling in love with cousins North and Pai from a billionaire family. The first episode was great; I hope it sets the epitome for the remaining episodes to follow.

However, as much as I enjoyed this premiere, I'm worried about the director, New Siwaj Sawatmaneekul. He's known for works like Perfect 10 Liners and Head 2 Head, and usually, when a series reaches the halfway mark, his direction tends to lose steam. Whether it's pacing issues or repetitive tropes, many fans feel his shows often start strong but struggle to maintain that same energy. I truly hope he improves on this one and has learned from past mistakes so that the chemistry of JuniorMark and OhmPoon isn't wasted on a dragging plot.

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Ongoing 6/12
Duang with You
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by Phinda
4 days ago
6 of 12 episodes seen
Ongoing 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 9.5

AMAZINGLY GOOD!!

By Episode 6, Qin finally starts to be kind, follows his heart and shows that he cares about Duang too. Their chemistry is very pure and feels real.

The side characters, Jamie and Pae, are the perfect "wingmen." They add so much humor and remind us that having supportive friends makes a love story even better.

What makes this show special is how it looks. Every scene has a soft, golden glow that makes the romance feel like a dream. It’s a slow story, but it’s never boring because the emotions feel very real. It’s a high-quality series that teaches us that patience and a kind heart can win anyone over. 🌟

Thank you.

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