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Lovely Writer

Lovely Writer  ·  2021, Thailand
7.7
3,699 ratings
12
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0
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● Completed 🕑 2021

Gene is a professional writer whose publisher suggests he try his hand at a new genre—Y. The resulting novel is a huge commercial success. So successful, in fact, that it's being adapted for TV. When the series begins…

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Gene is a successful novelist who dreams of escaping the world of BL fiction, but his publisher has other plans—forcing him to write yet another Y novel. When that novel gets a TV adaptation, Gene finds himself thrust into the chaotic world of BL production, complete with overzealous directors, demanding fans, and a mysterious actor named Nubsib who lands the lead role. But Nubsib isn’t just any actor; he’s a childhood friend Gene barely remembers, carrying a secret crush that has spanned over a decade. As the lines between fiction and reality blur, Lovely Writer delivers a sharp, self-aware critique of the BL industry—its toxic tropes, fan service, and the pressure to conform—while also crafting a tender, consent-driven romance. With stunning cinematography, layered performances, and a willingness to call out harmful stereotypes, this series is both a love letter and a wake-up call, exploring what it truly means to love and be loved without masks.

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Lovely Writer Episode 1
Season 1 · Feb 24, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 2
Season 1 · Mar 03, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 3
Season 1 · Mar 10, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 4
Season 1 · Mar 17, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 5
Season 1 · Mar 24, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 6
Season 1 · Mar 31, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 7
Season 1 · Apr 07, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 8
Season 1 · Apr 14, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 9
Season 1 · Apr 21, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 10
Season 1 · Apr 28, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 11
Season 1 · May 05, 2021
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Lovely Writer Episode 12
Season 1 · May 12, 2021
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highlightofourlives
February 2025
10/10
This was a journey, an experience that will forever stay with me. The chemistry between Up and Kao is phenomenal—every look, every touch feels so real. I also love how the series calls out toxic BL tropes while still giving us the sweet, domestic moments we crave. Episode 9 alone is a cinematic masterpiece.
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logic_over_fluff
March 2025
6/10
The concept is great, but the execution is messy. The childhood backstory feels creepy with the age gap, and the eleventh-hour drama is completely forced—they could have just told the truth instead of creating a fake break-up. The acting is solid though, especially Bruce as Aoey.
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cinematic_bl_fan
January 2025
9/10
The visual direction in Lovely Writer is absolutely stunning—long takes, beautiful lighting, and blocking that feels like theater. The way they frame conversations and use space to convey emotion is top-tier. Even if the plot drags in places, I’d watch it again just for the cinematography alone.
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social_consent_watcher
April 2025
8/10
I appreciate how openly this series addresses consent, boundaries, and the harmful fan culture in BL. Nubsib is a refreshing lead who never pressures Gene, and the show doesn’t romanticize manipulation. It loses some steam in the later episodes, but its social commentary is vital and well-handled.
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side_couple_lover
May 2025
7/10
I came for the main couple but stayed for Tiffy and Tum—their dynamic was messy and real, especially dealing with internalized homophobia. Unfortunately, their story felt rushed and unresolved. Still, the main romance is sweet and the industry critique is spot-on.