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Not Exactly An Entertaining Watch
I’ll be honest from the beginning. This is not going to be a very positive review. If you’re an OffGun fan who loved the show and don’t want to read anything negative about it, I would suggest to stop reading this review right now. If you’re an OffGun fan who was massively disappointed by the show like I was, go ahead.As a long-time fan of OffGun, I had literally teared up out of excitement when “Not Me” was first announced, and to this day it remains one of my favourite BL’s. I am a big fan of the magic that they have created before, not just in “Not Me” but in “Theory of Love” as well. After doing great shows together, as I said in the first impressions, I was simply confused as to why they would choose a project that seemed to pale a little in comparison.
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Pointless Drama and Over Melodramatic Storytelling
This series is marred by something, and I wrestled with trying to find the most appropriate word to describe that. A word that is strong enough and powerful enough to impart disconnect to what is happening in this series. Finally, I found the precise word: Eschew, which literally means ‘to keep away from or shun, avoid, circumvent, boycott, or dodge’. Quite literally everyone in this series does what he can to avoid telling the truth, or face reality, or abstain from communicating effectively, openly, or honestly. It seems to be the driving force of Thai BLs to be as evasive and elusive as you can to create artificial dramas. This is another sad example of that artifice.Read the complete article here-
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A Short Slice of Life But Could Be Better
Strongberry, a name Boys’ Love fans know internationally as one of the most honest and profilic gay production companies in Korea comes back with a short series titled “Happy Ending”. After the success of “Choco Milk Shake” I was pleasantly pleased to see actor Kim Seong Hyuk who plays the silly Kang Dong Ho, in this new series. In the three episodic series, he is paired with Park Jun Mook who plays his good friend Hyun. The pair exist in a pre-established story already in progress which is how Strongberry normally does it.Read the complete article here-
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Most Disappointing Watch of 2023
There is no myths here; that went extent along with the dinosaurs. Instead, it is a jumbled incoherent mess of disorganized shifts of scenes packed with individuals for the most part that are astonishingly unlikable, dumb as a box of rocks, naïve, and caricatures. Some are decidedly despicable creatures as well.The whole universe of this story centers around one of the densest characters I have ever seen. Not only is he naïve and remains so throughout, but he is also the biggest milqutoast and nebbish individual ever in any BL. It was exacerbating to watch him not be able to fend for himself in any meaningful way, with conviction and simply ‘forgive’ people for astonishing bad transgressions against him without making it very clear how he really felt or where he stood. He gives a new definition to the term wimp. I am talking about, of course, the apple of so many guys’ eye for whom I simply could not figure out why. Rak (Kong Montree) who consistently walks around looking lost and functioning in a dream world of his own making. To say he is naïve is to be kind to him. It goes deeper than that. It is as if he wears a sign on himself that says, “Yes, I am really this clueless and as dumb as I look. So go ahead and use me. I really won’t figure it out but oh when I do, I will simply forgive you and move on. Thanks.” For example, his boyfriend had been cheating on him for a while with his own best friend. His passive acceptance of this along with his wounded look made it appear as if it was his cross to bear, and he wore it almost like a badge of honor. When he finally breaks up with him, he allows and tacitly accepts his former boyfriend to visit and harass him without making it abundantly clear that it is finally over, period. At one point, his former boyfriend attempts to rape Rak, and still, Rak forgives him.
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A Ludicrous Remake- Was it Worth the Wait??
The saying that ‘imitation is the sincerest form of flattery’ is not always true. This series proved that. I shall come right out and say it. This is one of the worst BLs I have ever seen and one of the worst supposed remakes I have ever seen as well. To put it bluntly, this version was fatuous. Everything about it is. The production. The acting. The story. The plot. Hardly any of it even resembles the originality of the Japanese version. That had humanity. It had heart. Most importantly, it had authenticity sprinkled with humor, grace, and tons of human emotions. I can categorically tell you that the original Japanese version of Ossan’s Love was a masterpiece. This is simply a farce. Before you start clutching your pearls and calling me names, let me explain my reasons.The original story of “Ossan’s Love” is when an older guy, namely a boss, falls in love with a younger employee of his. He goes through a mid-life crisis, which is very intense. But Haruta does not know how to say no to him until he must, and he does. Meanwhile, even though Haruta never thought of himself as gay, when he meets his new coworker, Maki, the two of them fall in love. THAT is the story. It is funny, warm, sincere, poignant, and quite moving. Their characterizations were real. The setups were relatable. While the surrounding people were quirky, they were all believable and relatable. And the outcomes were genuine, honest, and logical, even if they were comically gotten to. In that version, we could see and connect to those characters.
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An Endearing Watch Indeed!
In a world where AI is seamlessly integrating into daily life, Eternal Butler presents a familiar yet heartwarming take on the concept of artificial intelligence and human connection. While it doesn’t redefine the genre, it delivers a touching, quietly compelling love story centered on the idea of dependability—a theme that resonates deeply throughout its conclusion.Starring Kevin Chang as Ever 4 and Eden Chen as Luo Bu Shi, the series follows the reluctant pairing of an AI butler and a spoiled yet deeply lonely heir. What begins as a tale of forced cohabitation gradually unfolds into something richer: a story of trust, growth, and the unexpected ways love can take root. Ever 4, once a passionate advocate for robot rights, finds himself navigating emotions beyond his programming, while Luo Bu Shi matures through their bond, learning to love and be loved in return.
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A Realistic Depiction of Teenage Romance & Relationships
The human heart is a stormy place, and when paired with thought, it becomes even more tumultuous. Love isn’t logical—it’s a force that heals, torments, and binds, sometimes all at once.When mixed with thought, love can often feel like madness.
Adapted from the novel Mou Mou by Mu Su Li, the Taiwanese BL The On1y One defies expectations while exploring love amidst emotional turmoil. Starring Liu Dong Qin as the studious and friendly Sheng Wang and Benjamin Tsang as the reserved loner Jiang Tian, the series follows two boys with their own personal traumas who are brought together as unexpected brothers.
I’ve started this review a thousand times—not because I’m sad, though I am, but because The On1y One gave us so much to think about and feel.
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An Entertaining Bromance That is Worth Exploring!!
There are catcalls and comments on the relationship status between these two; but this show is more romance than bromance!For those who have been eagerly and anxiously awaiting the release of this show, we have good news to share. Does it have ample amount of bromance? Does it meet the same standard as “Word of Honor” since they share the same Director (Jones Ma)? The answer to both questions is a resounding “Yes”. Although the script does go through various loopholes and jargons to meet the tyrannical Chinese censorship. We have a female protagonist to toe the line who sadly gets sacrificed in the end. Starring Dong Zi Fan & Li Kai Wen, “Returned Master” is a typical wuxia romance. We could very well daringly call it a love story between the male protagonists (unless you can’t handle the fact that they are first cousins). It seems the show is getting a lot of hate comments from international audiences that can’t stand the fact that the main leads are actually cousins. For those who are unaware, in most Asian countries, relationships between cousins isn’t considered as incest. Some marriages are even arranged by families themselves. Also, the show is a historical, so obviously the scriptwriters didn’t spare much thought towards it. So, let’s get down to the juicy details as we share the most solemn moments in this sordid love story!
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One of the Most Phenomenal KBLs This Year!!
Love isn’t always a grand thing. For most of us, it’s simply about being able to accept ourselves with the person we care about most.That’s the quiet truth at the heart of Ball Boy Tactics, a Korean BL adapted from the web novel by Ji Seung Hyeon. Across its eight episodes, the series explores the gentle gravity of connection between two athletes caught in the long shadow of public scrutiny, private trauma, and growing attraction.
Retired Olympic gymnast Han Ji Won (Yeom Min Hyuk) isn’t looking for love or attention when he enters university, but the spotlight is hard to escape when you’re a medalist. Even harder when someone like Kwon Jeong U (Choi Jae Hyeok), a talented but emotionally reserved basketball star, seems unable to look away. What starts as accidental run-ins between two very different people slowly becomes something that feels inevitable.
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Something is Not Right – The Fragile Line Between Friendship and Love
Adapted from the webtoon Who Can Define Popularity? by Tak Bon, the Korean BL drama Something is Not Right brings together Choi Min Ho as Do Ba U, Jung Je Hyeon as Ji Hun, and Ji Min Seo as Jung Ha Min in a story that is as much about unspoken truths as it is about learning to listen. At its core, it’s a tale of missed chances, fragile longing, and the delicate thread that binds two friends who don’t quite know how to cross that final line.The story opens with a slow burn that’s both familiar and arresting. Ji Hun and Do Ba U have been friends for years, tethered by a bond that neither has been brave enough to define. When Ba U’s quiet, unspoken love for Ji Hun becomes too much to bear, he tries to sever their connection, forcing Ji Hun into a corner he wasn’t ready to face. It’s tender. It’s awkward. And it’s the perfect kind of messy.
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A Worthy Successor to the Most Successful Adaptation in 2023!! in
When we last left Weak Hero, love had lost the battle but not the war.Su Ho lay broken in a hospital bed, Si Eun shattered beyond recognition.
Weak Hero Class 2 picks up the pieces Weak Hero Class 1 left us with, but in a world that feeds on weakness, the fight for survival has only just begun.
Park Ji Hoon brilliantly returns as the stoic, quiet Yeon Si Eun, a sullen boy with wild eyes and a big heart he hides behind hurt, guilt, and fear—a heart he’s kept locked away beneath the trauma he’s experienced. His self-imposed isolation becomes both his shield and his prison, a running theme throughout both seasons. It’s a choice that’s especially poignant considering the Catcher in the Rye reference at the beginning of Season 2.
Si Eun’s withdrawal from the world is as much a source of his suffering as it is his strength. Yet, buried beneath the silence is an undeniable yearning for connection, a yearning that draws people toward him. Whether it’s the pretentiousness of the adult world or the cruelty of bullies who prey on the weak, those facing their own disillusionment seem instinctively pulled into his orbit.
While season 1 centered on Si Eun’s tragic, loving bond with An Su Ho (Choi Hyun Wook) and O Beom Seok (Hong Kyung)—a bond that dissolved into a monologue of guilt and regret—season 2 offers a mirror image: a new trio of friends, haunted by the same longing for loyalty and love. Park Hu Min (Ryeo Un) feels like a living echo of both Su Ho and Si Eun, protecting the weak while carrying the heavy burden of guilt over what he believes he’s done to a friend.
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Two couples. Two different journeys of love, self-discovery, and the pursuit of passion.At first glance, Impression of Youth seems like a familiar story—an aspiring artist struggling with a creative block is sent to a quiet town, where new experiences and unexpected connections reshape his perspective. But as the drama unfolds, it proves to be much more than a simple romance. It’s a thoughtful exploration of personal growth, love’s transformative power, and the ways we find inspiration in the people who enter our lives.
Yu Xing (Muji Hsu), a graduate student grappling with artistic stagnation, arrives in a rural town as a substitute teacher. There, he meets Xu Lu Hui (Andrew Chien), a high schooler whose passion for painting burns bright despite his limited resources. What begins as an unlikely connection slowly becomes something more, as both navigate emotions they’ve never experienced before. Beyond their growing relationship, Yu Xing’s journey is also about rediscovering his own voice as an artist, learning to observe and feel in ways that shape both his work and his heart.
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Turning Back Might Not Be A Good Decision
Admittedly, this is one of the most disconcerting BLs I have ever watched. While apocalyptic in nature, it does not quite end that way, although, given that it is from China, can be a matter of interpretation. I honestly do not know what to make of its ending. If you are an optimist, then the cracking of the ensorcelled pendent means the curse has been broken. If you are a pessimist, then you view the cracking of the charmed pendant as a fait accompli. You must decide which on your own.The story is so simple really but has such hidden and complex meanings behind it. It is a story of two young men who are ostensibly not destined to be together. Shen Nan (Koi Wei Long) is a handsome and soft-spoken young man but very intense. Shen Nan is gifted somehow with a magical and mystical pendent that has enchanting powers. Perhaps he knows nothing of its powers until it is destined to be used and can only be activated to wish back time. He meets Gu Shi Wen (Li Yi Mu), a hypnotically enchantingly attractive young man about the same age as Shen Nan, perhaps slightly younger. Shen Nan’s father is about to marry Shi Wen’s mother. Almost immediately, they develop a connection, and a spark of love is lit between them. Yet Shen Nan keeps having reoccurring specific nightmares that Shi Wen will die.
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Overall, A Nice Adaptation with Great Characters!
"Pluto” is a Thai GL series based on the name of the same novel, where two women find love, and companionship in this warm and cozy love story. Ob-oom and Ai-oon (Namtan Tipnaree) are two twin sisters but while Ob-oom is successful and perfect, Ai-oon considers herself to be the black sheep of the family. When Ob-oom gets married, she confides in Ai-oon that she has a lover with whom she hasn’t cleared things up and asks her to do it in her place. Ai-oon finds out later that the said ex-lover is surprisingly a woman and on the top of that, she is blind. To fulfill her sister’s wish, she gets involved with May (Film Rachanun).Read the complete article here-
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A Cute & Entertaining Watch Indeed!
Refreshingly cute and fluffy. Words I never thought I would use in a written review of a BL/GL, yet here they are. Additionally, everything is fake- the whole set up, fake. And that is what made it so enjoyable. It is a story of two close male friends and two close female friends who by happenstance were forced to confront a whole new reality for themselves as ‘couples’.Min-hwan (Hwang Min-Hwan) and Joo-ha (Lee Joo-Ha) are ‘boyfriend and girlfriend’. Having been coerced to be so by cultural influences from a social event they were attending with both participating in a ritualic game. Feeling the pressure to remain a couple since that is what the expectation is, they continue to do so after the game. Yet, something sort of feels off about their obvious superficial relationship.
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