My BL shows
Absolute Favorites:
- The Untamed
- Stay with Me
- Utsukushii Kare series, including Utsukushii Kare Season 2 and My Beautiful Man: Eternal
- I Told Sunset about You series, including Last Twilight in Phuket and I Promised You the Moon
- Our Dating Sim
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1. 2 Moons
Thai Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
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2. 2 Moons 2
Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes
Cliffhanger ending was unexpected.
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3. 21 Days Theory
Thai Drama - 2022, 4 episodes
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4. 25 Ji, Akasaka de
Japanese Drama - 2024, 10 episodes
IMO, it took too long get revealed but watch ep 7 before you decide you're done with the show. It's a key episode.
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5. 2gether: The Series
Thai Drama - 2020, 13 episodes
The show is super popular and funny. The MLs are our high-five bros.
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6. 4Minutes (Sultrier Version)
Thai Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
Satisfying ending. I was glued to the screen and paying attention to everything, all the dialog and details very carefully. It's just that kind of show, because if you blink, you might miss a crucial clue.
IMO, the NC scenes were gratuitous and didn't add to the plot. They could have shown less skin and it wouldn't have changed the plot. -
7. A Boss and a Babe
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
HR nightmare of CEO dating his intern? As much as Cher and Gun tried to keep their romance secret, everyone seemed to know anyway.
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8. A Shoulder to Cry On
Korean Drama - 2023, 7 episodes
Another bully to friends to something more, and it was well done. The leads are idols in the same band IRL, so they already have chemistry from that. As acting newbies, I thought they did really well. Ignore the low rating - people were disappointed that they didn't see a "real" kiss.
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9. A Tale of a Thousand Stars
Thai Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
Slow burn romance set in a tiny mountain village. Undeniable chemistry between the leads.
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10. A Tractor Loaded with Love
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
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11. Addicted Heroin
Chinese Drama - 2016, 15 episodes
Cut short due to censorship
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12. Addicted Heroin (Uncut Ver.)
Thai Drama - 2024, 10 episodes
I watched this reframing it in my mind, meaning not really considering it an adaptation of Are You Addicted? by CJD. Taking it at face value, it was entertaining enough.
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13. Advance Bravely
Chinese Drama - 2017, 30 episodes
Censored Adaptation Of Same-sex Original Work
Cut short due to censorship. BTS found on YouTube are plentiful and entertaining, showing this was far from bromance.
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14. Ai Long Nai
Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
Cute and fluffy with married couple Porsch Apiwat Apiwatsayree and Arm Sappanyoo Panatkool playing Ai's parents.
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15. Ai Nhai
Thai Special - 2023, 1 episode
Sequel to Ai Long Nhai
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16. Ameiro Paradox
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
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17. Bad Buddy
Thai Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
MLs families have been enemies even before they were born, and they are next-door neighbors. Rivals to lovers trope that's well done. Episode 5 rooftop scene was epic.
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18. Bad Guy My Boss
Thai Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
Pat and Elyes have chemistry but Elyes is a player, and Pat know that's not who he wants. Whenever, Pat says to Elyes (and to himself) that he has dignity and walks away, Elyes just reels him back in by giving him all his attention and reminds Pat how sex between them is hot. Even Pat's friends sell him out to Elyes. Ugh! But there's a HEA. So, if you're OK with the mess in between, go for it.
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19. Bake Me Please
Thai Drama - 2023, 6 episodes
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20. Bake Me Please Special Episode
Thai Special - 2024, 1 episode
I didn't feel like this added anything to the original series.
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21. Be Loved in House
Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
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22. Be Mine SuperStar
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Far from perfect but I really enjoyed this one with First playing the more serious/reserved character. Ja was the fun, immature college student which he played perfectly.
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23. Because of You
Taiwanese Drama - 2020, 10 episodes
Interesting premise. I wish it were longer to develop each of the 3 couples' relationships more. Supposedly, there might be a sequel, Because of You Season 2.
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24. Bed Friend: Uncut
Thai Drama - 2023, 10 episodes
Leads had excellent chemistry. One of the few BL series that mentions counseling and medication for treating depression. I was pretty impressed.
TW: Childhood abuse, sexual harassment -
25. Behind the Love
Korean Movie - 2023
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26. Big Dragon
Thai Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Despite the poor reviews, this was watchable once I realize that I should ignore the mafia-esque show poster because the mafia doesn't show up. Instead, it's a college RomCom with rich, bisexual playboys who fall for each other after a drugged night of passion - the result of one scheming against the other but his bumbling assistants screwed up. Sedative, is that the same as aphrodisiac?
Pros: discussion of same-sex marriage, GL representation, supportive mothers, Lead actors had chemistry and can act.
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27. Blueming
Korean Drama - 2022, 11 episodes
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28. Boku mo Aitsu mo Shinrodesu
Japanese Special - 2022, 1 episode
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29. Bokura no Micro na Shuumatsu
Japanese Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
College relationship ended badly and the two MLs unexpectedly meet at their college library just days before a world-ending meteor will hit the earth. NC scenes are hot!
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30. Bon Appetit
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
Fluffy story
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31. Bump Up Business
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
Cute story, absolute fan service for OnlyOneOf fans.
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32. Century of Love
Thai Drama - 2024, 10 episodes
Starts historical then switches to modern as the 100-year mark draws to a close. It becomes more urgent for San to find the reincarnation of Wat. Sensei Tao has made various calculations that lead to Vee, but San is far from accepting that outcome.
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33. Check Out
Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
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34. Check Out Exclusive Episode
Thai Special - 2022, 1 episode
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35. Check Out: Special Episode
Thai Special - 2021, 1 episode
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36. Cherry Blossoms After Winter
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
MLs live in the same home but rarely hang out. High school to college romance.
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37. Cherry Magic Thailand
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
A wonderful adaptation of the Japanese 30-sai made Dotei Da to Mahotsukai ni Nareru rashii but they made it truly Thai. The leads, who always have amazing chemistry, did not disappoint. I have a very slight preference for the Thai version.
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38. Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!
Japanese Drama - 2020, 12 episodes
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39. Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!: The Movie
Japanese Movie - 2022
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40. Cosmetic Playlover
Japanese Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
From comments I've read, this has been toned down from the manga which had SA. Since I didn't read the manga, I got a fluffy version instead, which I enjoyed.
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41. Cupid's Last Wish
Thai Drama - 2022, 10 episodes
Rural Thailand setting where siblings Win and Lin swap bodies after a car accident. A monk tells Win that he needs to collect holy water from 4 temples in order to switch bodies back with his sister who remains unconscious. And he needs to be accompanied by his former childhood friend Korn, with whom he had a falling out over an inheritance.
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42. Cutie Pie
Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
Arranged marriage trope where the MLs have been engaged since childhood. One of them went abroad for school and when he returned, their relationship was more distant. As the younger one is completing his university degree, they get to know each other again but it seems awkward, esp. since the younger one is hiding many facets of himself. The leads have amazing chemistry.
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43. Cutie Pie: Special Episode
Thai Special - 2023, 4 episodes
Prequel: Cutie Pie
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44. Dangerous Romance
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
High school setting, bullying, social class differences. Not much "danger" in their romance. As much as their interactions seem natural, their kissing scenes were awkward.
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45. Dark Blue Kiss
Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes
Prequel: Kiss Me Again: Pete-Kao
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46. Deep Night
Thai Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
NC scenes were nicely done
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47. Desiderio di te: La tua melodia... dal mio cuore
Korean Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
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48. Destiny Seeker
Thai Drama - 2023, 10 episodes
What happens when the heads of rivals dorms fall for each other? How long can they keep it a secret from their friends? Great chemistry between the leads and episode 10's NC scene was hot. (Note that this didn't have an international release so the MDL rating is unusually low for such a good show, probably because it was impossible to find good subtitles).
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49. Dinosaur Love
Thai Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
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50. Eien no Kino
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Mystery, Romance, Drama, Supernatural. Emotional.
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51. En of Love: Love Mechanics
Thai Drama - 2020, 4 episodes
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52. First Note of Love
Taiwanese Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
A story of fulfilling your dreams, losing them then having a second chance. This was a delightfully endearing show, where a fan meets his hero and is disappointed. They slowly learn to lean on each other to achieve their goals.
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53. Fish Upon the Sky
Thai Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
Phuwin was so young in this one. I love the "magic" of the Kitty Gang in their makeover transformation of Pi.
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54. Florida Banjeom
Korean Drama - 2021, 8 episodes
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55. Follow The Wind
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
A hidden gem. I loved this show,
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56. For Him
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
This could have been better. It had an interesting premise, but went downhill once we found out what happened to Blue.
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57. Fourever You (Uncut Ver.)
Thai Drama - 2024, 16 episodes
Currently watching
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58. Fueangnakorn
Thai Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
A cute series where an actor has a crush on his neighbor before even meeting him. It's quite endearing and I found it an easy and enjoyable watch. Nice NC scenes.
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59. Fukou-kun wa Kiss Suru Shikanai!
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Fluffy and so very cute
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60. Ghost Host, Ghost House
Thai Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Interesting premise with good NC scenes.
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61. Given
Japanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
TW: High school trauma.
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62. Gray Currents
Korean Drama - 2024, 5 episodes
The MLs were stepbrothers for a very brief time. As adults, they are still hounded by their past which continue to encroach into their present.
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63. Great Men Academy
Thai Drama - 2019, 8 episodes
Body transformation, supernatural.
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64. Half
Thai Special - 2021, 1 episode
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65. Happy Merry Ending
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
TW: One ML has prior trauma from his idol trainee days
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66. Hemp Rope
Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
This was a spin-off of Until We Meet Again and is Win and Team's story. There's undeniable attraction between them but they are in this uncertain stage in their relationship for a long time because of how it all started.
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67. Hidamari ga Kikoeru
Japanese Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
I've heard that this adaptation follows the manga very closely, and I respect that. Personally, a show of a little initiative from Taichi towards Kohei would have cemented this as a 10/10 rating for me. Still, I really enjoyed the series.
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68. Hidden Agenda
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Nothing new with the plot, but I'm a fan of the leads who always have great chemistry.
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69. His
Japanese Movie - 2020
A dramatic show with a child custody battle. Engaging and heartwarming. A hidden gem.
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70. His - Koi Suru Tsumori Nante Nakatta
Japanese Drama - 2019, 5 episodes
A summer romance that's incredibly sweet. Prequel to the movie His.
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71. HIStory2: Boundary Crossing
Taiwanese Special - 2018, 8 episodes
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72. HIStory3: Trapped
Taiwanese Special - 2019, 20 episodes
I fall for Mafia stories. I thoroughly enjoyed my binge-watch. We deserve a Season 2
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73. I Feel You Linger in the Air: Uncut Version
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Probably one of the biggest surprises of the year for me. Great production and the leads' chemistry, from lingering touches and looks, are on point. You'll want to watch it just for the olive oil.
Looking forward to Season 2.
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74. I Saw You in My Dream
Thai Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
P'Yu realizes that Ai had harbored feelings for him even before his 20th birthday and was quite pleased, while Ai felt shy and embarrassed about it. Of course, Ing probably realized it first because he's very perceptive when it comes to Ai and what Ai is not saying. Overall, a fun watch of the childhood friends to lovers trope with a fantastical touch. Wonderful, supportive parents.
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75. I Saw You in My Dream: You & I in Our Dream
Thai Special - 2024, 1 episode
Special Episode
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76. I Secretly Fell in Love with the Student Council President
Taiwanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Sweet, youth romance, where we have two main couples. They find a sense of belonging in one another. One ML is in a band and the OST is fantastic.
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77. I Told Sunset About You
Thai Drama - 2020, 5 episodes
This is one of the best coming of age LGBTQ+ stories I have seen. Set in Phuket, the scenery is breath-taking. It's well-acted, well-directed, and I loved it. In Teh, we have a character confused about his sexuality as he finds himself attracted to his long-term crush Tan and to Oh-aew, his former best friend with whom he has recently reunited. TW: This emotional drama is not your typical BL.
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78. I Told Sunset About You Part 2
Thai Drama - 2021, 5 episodes
This is the sequel to ITSAY. It's a roller coaster ride for your emotions, but if you recall your college years and all the bad decisions you made, maybe you'll sympathize with the characters a little better. They're in their late teens to early 20s, and they don't communicate well. As a budding actor, Teh is being ruled by his emotions and passion. Oh-aew has a group of loyal friends who made me laugh and made me cry. TW: infidelity
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79. I Will Hit You
Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
High school gang leader falls for his tutor. Great redemption arc.
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80. Irresistible Love: Secret of the Valet
Chinese Movie - 2016
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81. Jack & Joker: U Steal My Heart! (Uncut Ver.)
Thai Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
Joker doesn't ever take anything seriously and ends up hurting Jack's chances at opening the school that would help his community. Even though Joker pays for his crime, Jack is beholden is a crime lord who keeps Jack's community down instead of lifting it up. And Jack will not forgive Joker for his part in Jack's broken dreams.
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82. Jack Frost
Japanese Drama - 2023, 6 episodes
A long-term couple have a fight leading to a break-up, causing one of them to run out. That night, he gets into an accident and, upon waking, has amnesia, but only forgetting his partner. His partner takes him back to their home and only tells him they were roommates.
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83. Jazz for Two
Korean Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
I don't know why I assumed this was just another fluffy BL. It turned to be more than that.
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84. Jun and Jun
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
Workplace setting; HR nightmare, but funny and they're cute together.
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85. Kabe Sa Doujin Sakka no Neko Yashiki-kun wa Shouninyokkyou wo Kojiraseteiru
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
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86. Khun Chaai
Thai Drama - 2022, 17 episodes
Set in 1930s and 1940s, Romance, Fantasy, Drama (I would say melodramatic, esp. for Song’s first and second wives). Thian has been groomed to take over the family business, but he has a secret that is costing lives. I love the relationship between brothers Yang and Thian.
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87. Kidnap
Thai Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
Currently watching
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88. Kieta Hatsukoi
Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
aka My Love Mix-Up!
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89. Kimi ni wa Todokanai
Japanese Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
Childhood best friends navigate their new feelings for each other.
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90. Kimi no Koto Dake Mite Itai
Japanese Drama - 2022, 4 episodes
aka I Only Want to Keep Looking at You. A sweet, youth romance.
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91. Kimi to Nara Koi wo Shite Mite mo
Japanese Drama - 2023, 5 episodes
It felt a little bit like the restaurant owner wasn't gay but "gay for you." It's hard to explain.
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92. KinnPorsche
Thai Drama - 2022, 14 episodes
Mafia setting. Steamy NC scenes.
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93. Kiss Me Again: Pete-Kao
Thai Special - 2018, 3 episodes
Prequel to Dark Blue Kiss
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94. Koi wo Suru nara Nidome ga Joto
Japanese Drama - 2024, 6 episodes
Miyata-kun and Takashi were close in high school. More than 10 years later, they meet again professionally, and Takashi is keen in rekindling what they had in high school. Each episode reveals a little more of the incident that tore them apart, and I found the storytelling compelling.
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95. La Pluie
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Interesting fated mate concept that went downhill near the end, IMO.
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96. Last Twilight
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
The last two episodes caused quite a commotion when they aired. I was happy with the ending, but I can see why some people may have felt Mhok got the short end of the stick. With regards to the other controversy, I was happy with the screenwriter's/director's choice. I thought it was realistic.
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97. Last Twilight in Phuket
Thai Special - 2021, 1 episode
Short episode between I Told Sunset about You and I Promised You the Moon.
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98. Laws of Attraction
Thai Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
I love Film and Jam. Film as the attorney Charn was epic.
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99. Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo
Korean Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
An unexpectedly dark show with adult physical abuse of teens as a means of punishment. But we also have two teens who find comfort, safety and eventually healing in each other.
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100. Life Senjou no Bokura: Director's Cut
Japanese Movie - 2020