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Cho Na
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Korean Dramas, Japanese Dramas, Globalised - Who Does It Best?
Korean dramas going global through Netflix: Is there a cost? Japanese dramas have a much lower global profile: Is this good or bad?
Roads Less Traveled: Dramas with Less Than 1000 Viewers
In our busy lives, it's easy to watch nothing but "big" dramas with high viewership numbers. Here are some "under the radar" gems!
Upcoming Chinese Dramas with Trailers
Love Chinese dramas, but usually miss out on releases? Here are some upcoming shows and their trailers. Mark your calendars!
10 Most Popular Japanese Actors on MDL
Which Japanese actors are popular on MDL? Take a look at this list to admire their good looks and works. Spread the J-drama fun!
10 Most Popular Thai Actors on MDL
Which Thai actors are super popular on MDL? The competition is tight. Check if your favorite made the list!
Sapai Jao Sua: Daughter-in-War
More than one culture in a single Asian drama: In this Thai romcom, we get to enjoy the Chinese-Thai-Isan clash of cultures!
Lover or Stranger: Pure Love or Obsession?
A different kind of romance drama, under the radar and a hidden gem. Unexpected, full of secrets and grey characters. Makes you keep guessing and wondering episode by episode.
Back to School with MDL: Top 10 Youth Dramas
Need to study, not much time to watch anymore? At least check out these inspiring school dramas chosen by your fellow MDLers.
Doom At Your Service: Destruction and Creation
Did Doom bring Joy, or Pain? Let's delve into this fantasy romantic drama and unpack it a little, to understand what is it about.
Kikazaru Koi niha Riyuu ga Atte: A Reason for Love
A heartwarming slice-of-life romantic drama from Japan, perfect for busy modern-day viewers with their twenty-first-century struggles in life and careers.
Movies You May Want to Watch If... (First Half of 2021)
Looking for new movies to watch under certain circumstances? Here are some English subbed movies released in late 2020 and early 2021 I have watched to share with you.
To Me, It's Simply You: From the Heart of Isan
A rare Thai romantic comedy unlike typical Asian dramas. Light-hearted yet with a valuable message brought by the Isan people to take us back to what matters the most in life!
Liu Yu Ning: From Street Performer to Rising Star
Follow Liu Yu Ning's journey from humble beginnings as a street performer to an overnight Douyin star, and now a rising star in the Chinese entertainment industry!
Mysterious Love: For Mature Audiences Only
Tired of fluffy and predictable romance dramas that you only watch for the traffic stars? This drama is different, don't say you haven't been warned!
10 Most Popular Shows Round-up!
Exciting things have been happening in the Most Popular Shows list over the last month, so join me as I take a look at what has changed!
Aging Gracefully with Octogenarian and the 90s
A story about post-90s youths, a group of 80 year-olds in a retirement home, and the uncanny friendship they foster despite being half a century apart.
The Imperial Coroner: CSI of Tang Dynasty
Come join us as we perform a thorough forensic investigation on a C-Drama historical that explores ancient medical examination techniques to unravel mysteries and conspiracies!
How to Watch Lengthy Chinese Historical Drama: The Long Ballad
Two MDLers with different watching styles and experiences share tips on how to watch and enjoy lengthy Chinese historical drama using "The Long Ballad" as a case study.
The Uncanny Counter: Superheroes We Can Relate To
Many viewers love the Counter crew. They are superhumans with out-of-this-world powers, yet we can still relate to them. Find out why!
Learning from Writer Sunbaes: MDL Articles Revisited Part 6 (Final)
This is the final part of the series. It was a meaningful experience to learn about these writer sunbaes and their passion, writing styles, and hard work to create these uniquely reflective, informative, and entertaining articles!
Watching Ultimate Note as a Stand-Alone Drama
Check out how I was able to enjoy Ultimate Note without reading the books nor watching any other related drama from Grave Robbers’ Chronicles/Daomu Biji series.
MDL Articles Revisited: 10th Anniversary
To celebrate MDL's 10th anniversary, I compiled articles from 2012 to February 2021 with comprehensive tips to make our journey in Dramaland fun and how to journey together with MDL.
A Murderous Affair in Horizon Tower: Beyond the Crime
An underrated, hidden gem crime drama - Full of plot twists, mind blowing, and keeps you on the edge of your seat! Not only answers the who dunnit question, but also shows a complex entanglement of ethical, psychological, and social issues.
Learning From Writer Sunbaes: MDL Articles Revisited Part 5
Part 5 is the second last of this series. I am glad this series has motivated new writers to step out and pitch in their article topics to write about! As usual, I put up ten unique articles from ten different writers not covered in the previous parts.
Exploring Healthy Relationship in Forever Love
What does it take for a relationship to be considered healthy? This drama shows it, and this article is designed to be contemplative with reflective questions for you to think about.
MDL Articles Revisited: Valentine's Edition
A compilation of MDL articles year 2012-2020 to celebrate Valentine's Day! Available to everyone's taste: from light and fluffy to hot and spicy!
My Forever Sunshine: As Long as the Sky Has the Sun
A sweet and spicy romantic comedy with a heart-warming story, full of colorful characters and gorgeous scenery in beautiful Thailand.
The Journey Across the Night: Compassion in the Darkness
A journey of healing and hope awaits in the city of Hong Kong - a compelling drama about conquering inner darkness with compassion that will take you on a roller coaster of emotions. Read on to discover more!
Psych-Hunter: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Horror, and Romance in One Package
This under-the-radar gem is full of surprises! A deeply layered Republican Era action-packed adventure shrouded with mysteries, colourful characters, mystical culture, beautiful costumes, and fantastic cinematography!
My Favorite Drama Friendships of 2020 (Historical and Supernatural)
This is one of two parts of my favorite friendship groups in dramas released in 2020 that I watched, featuring historical and supernatural dramas.
