Upcoming Asian BL Dramas

When it comes to the world of television dramas, the excitement never ceases. As viewers eagerly await their next binge-worthy obsessions, a new wave of upcoming TV dramas promises to captivate audiences with compelling stories, stellar performances, and intriguing twists. From gripping mysteries to heartwarming tales of human connection, the small screen is about to offer a diverse array of narratives that are bound to leave an indelible mark on the landscape of entertainment.

Marry Go Round

The second instalment of ‘My Universe’ starring Earth Chitsanupong and Bank Nuttawatt will air on Sunday 3rd September 2023 on IQIYI. The story portrays Tob and Boss who are on the brink of matrimony but find themselves embroiled in a whirlwind of events. With the discreet assistance of their wedding planner/confidante Mei, the couple orchestrates a clandestine wedding arrangement. Yet, their plans take an unexpected turn as Tob’s parents make an unanticipated appearance, throwing a wrench into the proceedings. The situation escalates when Mei assumes the role of the bride in a ruse to deceive Tobs’ parents, culminating in a series of comedic misadventures that threaten to unravel the carefully woven web of secrecy.

You Are Mine

Vidol is ready to release their second project after ‘Stay by Side’. An office romance starring Mao Qi Sheng and Xiao Hong. The story portrays the staff in Xia’s company who are well known for their good looks and bodies, but there is a new employee, Yao Shun-Yu, who is an exception of the rule. Yao is like a rabbit in the jungle who has signed his life away. His boss, Xia Shang-Zhou, is always teasing kind hearted Yao. And Yao believes that if he works hard, he can have a better life. Even if his job is stressful and his boss is cranky, he can bear with it. But having a blind date with the boss and sleeping with him, that’s truly a tough job! ‘You Are Mine’ premieres September 15th 2023 on GagaOOLala.

Dizzying Blind Date Z

A new gay dating reality show from South Koreas MNET TV. The show promises to feature popular names including: singer/actor Holland, internet personality Chris Koo, actor Hong Seok Cheon, social media influencers Jeongro, Jaemin and lots more. The producers of the show have kept the specific details of the show hidden as well as a lot of the participating members. The only way to know is to watch. ‘Dizzying Blind Date Z’ premieres Wednesday 6th September 2023.

Naughty Babe

An upcoming TV series based on BamBam’s novel of the same name starring Max Kornthas and Nat Natasitt. Naughty Babe is the follow-up series to ‘Cutie Pie’ starring Zee Pruk and Nunew Chawarin. The series is slated to be released on September 2nd on IQIYI. Khondiao is engaged to Hia Yi because of a mutually beneficial business agreement. Their love is like the ending of a romance novel… As if. Khondiao is left alone on the engagement day. He’s left alone when he moves into Hia Yi’s place. As the wedding ceremony is around the corner, he has to deal with everything alone… His name is Khondiao, but it doesn’t mean he wants to be alone! The distress is no longer bearable, so he decides to flee to Switzerland, not suspecting Hia Yi will try to catch up with him and get into a car accident. What’s more, Hia Yi loses his memory when he wakes up and accuses Khondiao of being the one despising the idea of getting married!

I Can’t Reach You

Japanese BL drama ‘I Can’t Reach You’ starring Kentaro Maeda and Kashiwagi Haru will premiere on 26th September 2023. The story depicts the frustrations and conflicts of two childhood friends who are attracted to each other but cannot convey it. One is cool, intelligent and good at almost everything. The other is dorky and struggles to do anything right. They are always at each other’s side, but not in the way they truly want to be. No matter how hard they try, their hearts cannot reach each other.

Absolute Zero

Studio Wabi Sabi, the production house behind ‘Until We Meet Again’ and ‘Between Us’ are back with a new series that promises to be heart wrenching. The story depicts boyfriends Suansoon and Ongsa. Ongsa got into a serious accident because he was rushing back to celebrate Suansoon’s birthday with him. Suansoon blamed himself and prayed that if he could get back to the past, he would not get together with Ongsa. Suansoon found himself in the past and warned Ongsa (high school age) about the future but Ongsa didn’t believe him and became boyfriends with Suansoon anyway. Ten years later, one day before the accident, Ongsa from the future came back to tell his younger self to not avoid the accident, because Suansoon will die if he does. Ongsa let the accident happen. He woke up again in the past where he met Suansoon for the first time. This time Ongsa decided to change the future and didn’t approach Suansoon. ‘Absolute Zero’ premieres September 27th on IQIYI.

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Venus In the Sky

9NAA Production, the house behind ‘Checkout Series’ will be releasing a new drama this September starring Tod Panapong and Cheque Wacharawee. The story portrays two guys Venus and Sky, best friends and practically inseparable during their college days. One day Venus confesses his feelings to Sky, but Sky reveals he doesn’t feel the same way. Their friend ship ends then and there. Three years later they meet again, this time the tables have turned, Sky is the one who can’t stay away from Vee. But Vee couldn’t care less. Will these two ever find common ground? The drama premieres September 2nd on IQIYI.

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Our Story

Season 3 of Pinoy BL series ‘My Story’ will premiere on September 9th 2023. The story will star Jericho Del Rosario and Hiro Shimoji as Zeke and Fifth respectively. The story is a continuation of their relationship from season two and will centre on the arrival of Kevin, the enigmatic newcomer whose arrival adds a twist to Zeke and Fifths strong bond. With a mysterious past and hidden motives, he poses a threat. As secrets unravel and loyalties are questioned, the dynamic between these three will be pushed to its limit. This will be the third and final season.

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Cassandro

Cassandro is a 2023 American biographical film directed by Roger Ross Williams from a screenplay written by himself and David Teague. It stars Gael García Bernal, Roberta Colindrez, Perla De La Rosa, Joaquín Cosío, Raúl Castillo, El Hijo del Santo and Bad Bunny. It had its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2023, and is scheduled to be released by Amazon Studios in a limited release on September 15th, 2023, prior to streaming via Prime Video on September 22nd, 2023.

Synopsis:

In the early 1980s, gay wrestler Saúl Armendáriz lives in El Paso, Texas, and regularly crosses the border to Ciudad Juárez in Mexico to participate in lucha libre wrestling matches. He wrestles as El Topo until he meets a new trainer, Sabrina, who suggests he should compete as an exótico, leading to his new identity and increasing success as Cassandro.

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Papa What Is Love Season 2

Following its exclusive release in July, ‘Papa What Is Love’ season 2 will now be available to the masses on GagaOOLala. The story picks up where season one left off with Greg and Tupe in a relationship and Rich trying to figure out his next step. The once steady life that Greg and Tupe shared takes an unexpected twist when Greg’s ex-girlfriend, Alex, re-enters the picture. At the same time, Richard, in the process of healing from an affair, sets out on a journey to find a lasting and meaningful romantic bond. Will this new chapter finally lead him to the love he yearns for? Premieres September 3rd on GagaOOLala.

Stay tuned, for further updates!

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