Category 1: Top 5 Thai BLs released in 2025 (pt. 1)
firefly's top 5 (actually 10)
ok i said i would do a top 5 BL round up from all my watches this year, but i kinda wanna do top 10 ahaha.
pretty self explanatory, these are the shows which aired this year. obviously there's been loads of great releases, but I am only 1 me, so I did not get around to watching everything. I decided to divide it up by Thai and non-Thai.
Looking at some stats, I watched 35 Thai dramas which either aired completely this year or started in 2024 or ending in 2026, but majority of the show aired in 2025. Any show which aired more than 50% in 2025 has been considered for my top listing.
16 of the 35 were from GMMTV, but are we surprised? I took out 3 shows from my 2025 Thai BL count, these are Fourever You (18% of Fourever You 1 released in 2025) MuTeLuv (it's anthology so didn't think it fits), and Dare You To Death (as it just started airing, and will finish up in 2026). That being said, without further ado, I share with you my first round of Top 5 (actually 10).
This was a highly anticipated show for me, and DaouOffroad absolutely ate up these roles. and every supporting characters, from the siblings to their bodyguards to papa thanet, were all a delight to watch. i do think they copped out with the ending, maybe that's why it's not higher in the list, or maybe i am still bitter about Jason's screen time being cut short. I am a JasonPheem TRUTHER. But so far 100% hit record from DaouOffroad, exactly how I want it to be.
The reason this show made it to my top 10 is definitely the concept. I loved the idea of the multiverse, even though I don't think it was explored to its full potential. Boss's acting has improved significantly, and Boss Noeul as a paring never disappoints. I do look forward to more of their work. But honestly the OST, the story, AND Mick Monthon's brief appearance, we love it all.
I expected this show to be in my top 5, but I did not expect this year to have so many strong contenders, so will have to settle for 8. I am also very biased towards GreatInn, they were my introduction to BLs, so they will forever hold a special place in my heart (yes i am still devastated by their news). but this show, the themes explored, the execution, their longing, the dialogues, everything was just wonderful. once again, I do feel ending was a cop out, BUT knowing that we won't get these 2 together again, I am ok with a cop out ending, in fact I welcome it. in my mind, they live happily ever after, with Jaem and Kui's baby to keep em company, and bring them up as their own.
ok now hear me out, i know this is a bit of an early call with only 6 eps out so far (7th releasing tomorrow) but this show is so far is really really good. this one is a comedy and we are going to treat it as such, but Pond is doing a fantastic job bringing in the seriousness when required. PonndPhuwin both have improved significantly, and both are such delight to look at, AND we have WilliamEst?? like what?? and when a show has memeability to get kpop idols quoting it, i think it deserves a seat with the greats. of course anything can happen and the ending can send it plunging, but it will sit at steady 7 for now.
6. Goddess Bless Your From Death
another early call, but we are 8 eps in with 9th airing in less than 24 hrs. this one is good for the plot. i was anticipating Pit Babe 2 from CHANGE2561, so was disappointed when it didn't live upto expectation, but then they come out with this masterpiece? thank you very much. i am also very mesmerised by Thup. PoohPavel's chemistry is absolutely insane. i really hope the show can end on a high, otherwise i will have to re do my bloody list.
ok that's it for part 1, I realised it's getting really long, so i will post my top 5 in the next post. would love to hear your thoughts on any of these shows or your top 5.