The Presence of Arts in The Double
An exploration of the artistic concepts in Chinese drama The Double.
2024 Chinese Short-Length Series Worth Watching (Part 1)
With hundreds of Chinese short-length series released this year, which one should you pick? Here are some recommendations!
The World of Joy of Life
A guide to the world-building of Joy of Life for new viewers, a quick recap of Season 1 and Season 2, and what to expect for Season 3.
Revisiting My Co-Writers: Our First Dramas
We walked down the memory lane of our drama journeys, reminiscing about our first dramas.
The Spirealm: Behind the Mysterious Doors
Three different watchers explore the bromance in The Spirealm, compare the drama with its novel, and research its inspirations.
Chinese Screenwriters Wang Xiong Cheng and Shui Qian Mo
Screenwriter couple Wang Xiong Cheng and Shui Qian Mo have written the scripts of some of our most beloved modern romance C-dramas.
Wrap-Up: Top 2023 Dramas on MDL (by Country and Genre)
2023 has ended. How was your journey in dramaland? Here is a list of the top 2023 dramas on MDL based on country and genre.
End of the Year Drama Challenge – 2022 Edition (Part 2)
Here's Part 2 of the wrap-up of the good and not so good of 2022 dramaland based on MDL poll results.
End of the Year Drama Challenge – 2022 Edition (Part 1)
Here's part 1 of a wrap-up of the good and not so good of 2022 dramaland based on MDL poll results.
2022 Thai Romance Dramas Available on YouTube (Part 2)
This sequel includes Thai romance dramas aired from July to December 2022. See inside what you have watched or missed!
The Forbidden Marriage: Joseon Cinderella Tale (But Better!)
For 7 years, marriage was banned in a fictitious Joseon. Enter a marriage fraud specialist to save the day.
Heal Your Heart: Therapy in K-Dramas
These days, more and more K-Dramas focus on mental health and the treatment of mental illnesses.
2022 Thai Romance Dramas Available on YouTube (Part 1)
We introduce you, lakorn veterans and newbies, to Thai romance dramas to watch on YouTube that aired from January to June 2022.
Upcoming GMMTV Thai Shows
On November 22, 2022, Thai production company GMMTV announced their line-up of upcoming projects slated for release in 2023.
Wrap-Up: Top 2022 Dramas on MDL (by Country and Genre)
2022 has ended. How is your journey in dramaland so far? Here is a list of the top 2022 dramas on MDL based on country and genre.
Weak Hero Class 1: An Elegy on Youth Fragility
Weak Hero Class 1 presents the fragility of youth, painfully but beautifully, in only an eight-episode-drama.
Why You Should Watch: My Calorie Boy
This under-the-radar hidden gem will make you laugh and cry with its heartwarming coming-of-age story.
Rainie Yang: Nostalgia of My Drama Journey
Welcome to a look at the Taiwanese actress and singer Rainie Yang, whose dramas accompanied my start in the Asian drama world.
Best of the Best: Drama Edition
From the MDL voting results, here are the hits and misses of the inaugural Best of the Best: Drama Edition.
Withdrawal from Alchemy of Souls? Try The Untamed!
Introducing avid Korean drama viewers to ancient costume Chinese dramas, and viewers of Alchemy of Souls to The Untamed.
How to Make a Romantic Xianxia: Love Between Fairy and Devil
We believe that Love Between Fairy and Devil has the elements to make a great romantic Xianxia drama, so come check out what we have found!
Currently Watching: Blind
A Kdrama that challenges the perception of what is good and bad, and how to define the perpetrators and victims.
Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat: Former Child Actor Thrives for the Best
Many actors started acting in childhood, but few succeeded. Here is a former Thai child actor who is still active and thrives!
A Brief History of Japanese Dramas
Have you ever wondered what Japanese dramas were like in the past? Learn about the dramas and the trends from the 1940s to today!
K-Pop Idols and Their Dramas
Here are some of your favorite K-pop idols who also acted in dramas and movies!
Old But Gold: Asian Dramas through the Decades
The evolution of Asian dramas' prominence by region over the decades from the 1980s, with some recommendations worth checking out.
Currently Watching: The Truth
Want to solve crime cases the fun way? Let me introduce you to a new Chinese murder mystery RPG show to intrigue and entertain you!
Currently Watching: Alchemy of Souls
An ambitious project of Studio Dragon and the popular Hong sisters with worldwide Netflix distribution, is this drama a phenomenon?
A Brief History of Chinese Dramas
Have you ever wondered what Chinese dramas were like in the past? Learn about the dramas and the trends from the 1950s to today!
Currently Watching: Heroes
A Chinese wuxia drama that is choreographed aesthetically... with caveats.