I've shamefully consumed a lot of media since quarantine during COVID-19 and many of the things I've seen seem disposable, formulaic, and redundant. This collection is an array of pieces I would actually consider rewatching and basically serves as a device to organize my faves. I doubt anyone will find this, but on the off chance you do, don't come for me and my personal taste. It's random and a teensy bit TV-MA, but I'm living my best life and no one can take that from me.

Would Actually Watch Again

When logical Chu Sang Woo (Jae Chan) is left to do all of the work for a group project on his own, he decides to get revenge by removing the names of the other members from the project. Having been dealt a heavy academic blow by Sang Woo, Jang Jae Young (Park Seo Ham) starts relentlessly tormenting Sang Woo. But when the two are forced to work together once again, their strong feelings of dislike begin to give way to a new kind of attraction. Based on the webtoon of the same name, written by J. Soori, this 2022 South Korean drama was directed by Kim Su Jeong.

Semantic Error

⚔️ Enemies  to Lovers 💕

Having long dreamt of the day she could move into a place of her own, Police Officer Yoon Sae Bom (Han Hyo Joo) is counting down the days until the construction of the city’s brand-new high-rise apartment building is complete. With her long-time friend and fellow officer, Detective Jung Yi Hyun (Park Hyung Sik) planning to move into the complex as well, Sae Bom is certain her new home is going to be nothing short of perfect. Unfortunately, she couldn’t be more wrong. Not long after moving in, a strange sickness begins to spread throughout the building, leaving the city with no choice but to quarantine the residents. Cut off from the outside world, will the uninfected residents find a way to save themselves from this living nightmare? This 2021 South Korean fantasy action thriller series was directed by Ahn Gil Ho.

Happiness

Despite having the power to see the future, field reporter Nam Hong Joo (Suzy) is often powerless to stop those events from happening. Having recently acquired the ability to foresee future events, prosecutor Jung Jae Chan (Lee Jong Suk) manages to save the life of police officer Han Woo Tak (Jung Hae In), whose death would have been used to frame Hong Joo. By surviving the attempt on his life, Woo Tak also gains the ability to see the future. Realizing their lives are somehow intertwined, Hong Joo, Jae Chan, and Woo Tak agree to work together to solve the mystery surrounding their unusual abilities and find ways to protect those they love most. This 2017 South Korean drama series was directed by Oh Choong Hwan.

While You Were Sleeping

The Dream Team ✨

Han Tae Joo (Han Gi Chan), heir to a powerful business family, can hardly catch a break from his oppressive parents – to the point that his close friend, Gang Gook (Jang Eui Soo), serves as his unofficial bodyguard. But as their high school days unfold, they begin questioning whether their bond goes beyond friendship. When a new student, Hye Mi (Choi Gyu Ri), shows interest in Gang Gook, tension mounts between the two boys. Will this spark Tae Joo and Gang Gook to confront their feelings, or will it push them apart for good? This 2020 South Korean BL series was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

Where Your Eyes Linger

Friendless loner Kazunari Hira (Riku Hagiwara) is having a miserable time at high school. Things get even worse for him as the new semester starts, and he finds himself in a deeply uncomfortable situation. He is unexpectedly rescued by the wildly popular Sou Kiyoi (Yusei Yagi). Hira can’t help falling for the dashing Kiyoi, but thinks he has no chance of winning his classmate’s heart. However, it turns out Kiyoi has a secret dream – one that could possibly bring them together. Will this connection drive them apart? Or could it lead them to an unlikely love? This 2021 Japanese BL series was was directed by Mai Sakai and based on a novel by Yuu Nagira.

My Beautiful Man

🥂The Ginger Ale 🥂 Team

TV Asahi

Mob's (Atsuhiro Inukai) average college life flips upside down when he realizes he's living in a "world of BL," surrounded by love-struck boys and their dramatic romances. As he struggles to stay in the background and avoid becoming the protagonist, he finds himself increasingly drawn to a special boy. Caught between his desire to escape the romantic chaos and his crumbling resolve, Mob must confront the possibility of surrendering to the inevitable. Will he manage to maintain his role as a background character, or will he embrace the love he’s been trying to avoid? This 2021 Japanese rom-com series was adapted from the manga of the same name by Konkichi and was directed by Koichiro Miki.

A Man Who Defies the World of BL

Epiphany of True Self

When college student "Mob" (Atsuhiro Inukai) discovers he's living in a manga-style "world of BL", he unexpectedly becomes the mob character of numerous love stories. After initially struggling with his new reality, Mob embraces his situation and confesses his feelings to his classmate Kikuchi (Asahi Ito), hoping to finally step into the spotlight as the main character. Just as he believes he has found his happily ever after, the arrival of the handsome Igarashi (Kenta Izuka) disrupts everything, challenging Mob's position as the protagonist and creating a love triangle that forces him to fight for Kikuchi's affection. As Mob navigates this complex romantic landscape, he must prove he is not only the best partner for Kikuchi but also the true main character of this unpredictable world. Adapted from the manga series by Konkichi, this is a 2022 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Koichiro Miki.

A Man Who Defies The World of BL 2

Trapped in the World of BL

Kang Yo Han (Ji Sung) is the "Devil Judge" who presides over a televised courtroom in a dystopian future South Korea, where justice is a public spectacle. His controversial methods expose corruption while blurring the lines between hero and villain. Jeong Seon Ah (Kim Min Jung), a powerful and ambitious foundation director, seeks to uncover Yo Han's secrets and challenge his authority. Childhood friends Kim Ga On (Jinyoung), a rookie judge, and Yun Su Hyeon (Park Gyu Young), a police officer, are drawn into this high-stakes battle for justice. As Yo Han's unconventional court captivates the nation, the complex dynamics between these characters threaten to unravel the very system of justice they seek to uphold. This is a 2021 South Korean drama series that was directed by Choi Jung Gyu.

The Devil Judge

School bullies have made life hell for Im Ju Gyeong (Mun Ka Young), who torment her relentlessly for being “ugly.” So when she transfers high schools, she decides to turn over a new leaf by using tips she learns from social media to transform her appearance! Donning a new look and carefully maintaining her "ugly secret," she slowly gains confidence in herself while making genuine friends including Lee Su Ho (Cha Eun Woo), the most popular boy at school, and his close-friend-turned-rival, Han Seo Jun (Hwang In Yeop), a troublemaker with a kind heart. Caught in a love triangle and constantly at risk for having her secret exposed, what will happen if Ju Gyeong's new friends learn about the "real" her? Will she find true love with either of her suitors? This series was adapted from the viral 2018 webtoon "True Beauty".

True Beauty

True Beauty Team

Nam Sae Hee (Lee Min Ki), a socially awkward IT employee in his early 30s, has exhausted his savings buying a house, leaving him financially strained. Yoon Ji Ho (Jung So Min), a struggling writer in her 30s, finds herself homeless and struggling to make ends meet. When Ji Ho becomes a tenant in Sae Hee's house, their unexpected living arrangement sets the stage for a unique relationship. As they navigate their personal, familial, and financial challenges together, they begin to discover unexpected connections and support in each other's lives. Their journey raises questions about love, survival, and personal growth in difficult economic circumstances. This is a 2017 South Korean drama series directed by Park Joon Hwa.

Because This Is My First Life

The Scrimp & Scrape Team

Five years after witnessing a doctor’s heroic act, rookie nurse Sakura Nanase (Mone Kamishiraishi) joins the same hospital, only to find out that her idol, Dr. Kairi Tendo (Takeru Satoh), is a cold perfectionist. Despite his harsh demeanor, Sakura’s relentless dedication and open affection begin to soften his heart. As she endeavors to prove her worth and win him over, the clash between her optimism and his cynicism becomes a test of love and perseverance. Will Sakura's unwavering commitment turn this cold-hearted doctor into a believer in love? This 2020 Japanese romantic comedy drama was adapted from the manga by Maki Enjoji, and was directed by Fuminori Kaneko, Ryosuke Fukuda, and Kenta Tanaka.

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