🌈 🌈 Top Recommendations: BL & GL Series to Watch in the Last 3 Years


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Romance, Representation & Raw Emotion — The BL and GL Shows That Defined a Generation

If 2023 was the rise of genre-bending and international Boys' Love (BL) content, then 2024 and early 2025 have been the proof that BL is here to stay—and it's only getting better.

Whether you’re into soft slice-of-life romances, dark psychological twists, or bold, sexy storytelling, this list has something for everyone. Let’s get into the most beloved, most-watched, and most talked-about BL & GL Series to Watch of 2024 and early 2025.


🥇 1. Love Senior (พี่ว้ากคะ รักหนูได้มั้ย!?) – Thailand

It stars four female leads (Lookkaew, Anda, Praewa, Noon), and it explores romantic relationships between university girls, along with friendship and school life themes. It’s produced by Star Hunter Studio and streams on WeTV and GMM25.

Highlights:

  • 🎓 University romance with strong female leads

  • 💥 Bold, funny, and emotional

  • 💬 Viral moments that fans still quote today

Best scene? All emotional rawness scenes.


2. Our Dining Table (Bokura no Shokutaku) – Japan

This might’ve premiered at the tail end of 2023, but it owned 2024. Our Dining Table is a tender, slow-burn drama centered around food, loneliness, and the simple joy of being seen by someone else.

Highlights:

  • Gentle storytelling

  • Food that heals

  • LGBTQ+ family themes

Watch it if you love: quiet stories that wrap around your heart like a warm blanket.


🔥 3. My Universe – Thailand

A daring experiment in BL anthology. With 12 mini-dramas in one universe, My Universe offered a little something for everyone—office romance, fantasy, enemies-to-lovers, even sports drama.

Highlights:

  • Variety of stories & styles

  • Strong directing and pacing

  • Opened doors for many new actors

Fan favorite episode: “Marry Go Around” and “Oxygen” were praised for their depth and cinematography.


👻 4. Stay By My Side – Taiwan

What happens when your new roommate is haunted—literally? In Stay By My Side, ghostly disturbances bring two unlikely boys together. It’s a mix of romantic comedy, horror-lite, and emotional bonding.

Highlights:

  • Supernatural twist

  • Funny, fresh, and emotional

  • LGBTQ+ friendship representation

Underrated gem that deserves more global recognition.


🧩 5. The Sign – Thailand

This thriller BL follows a psychic who sees the past and a detective haunted by a mysterious murder. As they work together, they’re pulled deeper into both the case—and each other.

Highlights:

  • Noir-inspired aesthetic

  • Gripping mystery

  • Sensual tension between leads

Warning: It’s dark, a little messy, and impossible to look away from.


💼 6. Love Mate – South Korea

Office romance done right. Love Mate explores what happens when two colleagues with opposite views on love slowly realize they might be exactly what the other needs.

Highlights:

  • Realistic workplace dynamics

  • Mature characters

  • Subtle, emotional intimacy

Quote that stayed with fans: “I want to love you without performing.”


🎤 7. Only Boo! – Thailand

This high-school musical-style BL is packed with color, chaos, and cuteness. It follows two students competing in a singing contest while catching feelings.

Highlights:

  • Original songs

  • Modern Gen Z energy

  • Loveable, chaotic characters

Big hit on TikTok for its music and dance sequences.


🌊 8. The Eighth Sense – South Korea

This series shook the fandom. It’s not your usual feel-good BL—it’s psychological, complex, and painfully real. Two university students with emotional wounds slowly find solace in each other, but their journey is anything but simple.

Highlights:

  • Cinematic visual style

  • Mental health representation

  • Deep character work

A must-watch if you like emotional slow burns and layered storytelling.


🌍 9. Till The World Ends (Uncut Version) – Thailand

Imagine falling in love during the end of the world. This apocalyptic BL pairs two boys trying to survive while developing a deeply human, raw connection. The uncut version reveals more intensity, intimacy, and truth than its censored broadcast.

Highlights:

  • LGBTQ+ social critique

  • Incredible lead performances

  • Unapologetically emotional

Fan reaction: “I cried for hours. It changed how I look at love and life.”


🎶 10. Wish You Luck – Thailand (Early 2025 Release)

A brand-new drama about fame, healing, and second chances. When a once-famous singer returns to the public eye, he meets a fan-turned-producer with secrets of his own. Romantic, angsty, and visually stunning.

Highlights:

  • Comeback romance story

  • Powerful OST

  • Anticipated fan-favorite pairing reunited

Already being hailed as one of the best new BLs of 2025.


🛎️ Bonus: Other Must-Watch or Upcoming BLs

  • and us! COMMETIVE By Aam, founded by Aam Anusorn in Bangkok, has produced a range of impactful films and television series known for their emotionally resonant storytelling and visual appeal. Its notable films include "Present Perfect" (2017), "Bangkok Dark Tales" (2019), "Present Still Perfect" (2020), and "It’s Complicated" (2024). The company's acclaimed TV series portfolio features "2moons2" (2019), "Call It What You Want" (2021) with its sequel "Call It What You Want 2" (2021), and "Till The World Ends" (2023). .

From soft-spoken office lovers to end-of-the-world soulmates, the BL genre continues to expand in quality, diversity, and emotional depth. The best series are no longer just about the kiss—they’re about connection, healing, and truth.

Aam Anusorn Soisa-ngim

Aam Anusorn is an independent filmmaker and storyteller with a decade of experience in the industry. As the founder and CEO of Commetive By Aam, he has directed and produced several acclaimed films and series, including the popular "Till The World Ends" and "#2moons2." Known for his creative vision and determination, Aam prefers crafting original stories that push the boundaries of traditional genres, particularly in the BL and LGBTQ+ spaces. Despite the challenges and pressures of working in a competitive field, Aam’s passion for storytelling drives him to explore new ideas and bring unique narratives to life. His work has garnered recognition and support from prestigious platforms, including the Tokyo Gap Financial Market. Aam continues to inspire audiences with his innovative approach to filmmaking, always staying true to his belief in the power of original, heartfelt stories.

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