Now that we are done with the “GMMTV Lineup”, it’s time to get back to the grassroots and check the latest updates in the Asian BL world/Western Queer Content. Join us, as we share exclusives from upcoming BL/LGBTQ dramas!

My Dear Gangster Oppa

The “Ai Long Nhai” couple Meen Nichakoon and Ping Krittanun are back with their second project. Adapted from the webtoon “The Ideal Relationship” (호형호제) written by Ken (켄), Ping and Meen will be playing the lead roles of Sanghwa and “thegreatmirae”. Meen-Ping became popular after portraying the lead couple in “Ai Long Nhai” and avid fans have been awaiting news about their second show together. The show premieres October 26th 2023 at 20:00 (GMT+7) only on IQIYI.

Synopsis-

Sanghwa is a shy introvert with a longtime crush on his handsome friend Ryeohan, but then again, EVERYONE likes him. Feeling like he can’t compete for Ryeohan’s affections, Sanghwa dives into The Legend of Saga, an online game where he plays as “idealize.” He befriends “thegreatmirae,” a cute healer who clearly has a soft spot for Sangwha…and who just so happens to be a real-life gangster. Could this tough guy be the ideal lover Sanghwa’s been looking for after striking out in the real world?

(Source: Tapas)

Official Trailer-

A Secretly Love

Maximon Entertainment recently held the merit ceremony for their upcoming BL drama, “A Secretly Love”. Adapted from the novel “Pluem Khon Prot” (ปลื้มคนโปรด) by Avery Pie, the show stars Kimmon Warodom (2moons, Gen Y S1 & S2, Close Friends S1 & S2, That’s My Candy) and Kut Tanawat (Chains of Heart) in lead roles. The show is now on its Q13 for filming. As such, Maximon has released behind-the-scenes as well as the official poster of the show. Kimmon and Kut have wrapped up filming and the show is set to premiere in 2024.

Synopsis-

Khonprot, a third-year head hazer of the engineering faculty, has a secret crush on Pluem, a tsundere fourth-year head hazer. Over the years, he’s seen Pluem cycle through many girlfriends. Recently, after a public breakup, however, Khonprot thinks things may be different. How can he succeed if he doesn’t dare tell Pluem he’d like to be his “khon prot (favourite person)?”

(Source: MyDramaList)

Beyond The Star

The official poster for the upcoming Thai BL “Beyond The Star” was recently released. Promotions are in full swing. The drama is an upcoming collaboration project between MFlow Entertainment, Kantana, 9NAA Production, and Jinloe. It stars Tae Natthapat (Hit Bite Love), Chanakan Daungjan, Pan Jirachot, Llouis Kitawat, Bank Chanwut, Plai Chattrin, Beam Atichart (Hit Bite Love, Check Out, and Coffee Melody), and Bigboss Woraphon (from Hit Bite Love). The show is set to premiere on November 11th Uncut on IQIYI.

Synopsis-

The story of KJ Agency, a well-known agency plans to create and produce a series. Including the artists development therefore gathering young people who have dreams Join the “Beyond The Star” project to develop capabilities in all aspects of the entertainment industry, but on the process to become a superstar. There will always be obstacles. Love, commitment, or dreams, which ones are more important?

(Source: 9naaproduction Instagram)

Interview With The Vampire Season 2

AMC has released the first look pictures and a teaser video of the upcoming “Interview with the Vampire” Season 2. Jacob Anderson and Assad Zaman will be reprising their roles, Louis & Armand. Unfortunately, actress Bailey Bass will not be returning for season two, and so Delainey Hayles has stepped in to play the role of Claudia. The first season ended on a cliffhanger, with Louis and Claudia escaping after attempting to murder Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid). Louis seems to be doing well after the separation, which is quite obvious from the subtle way he flirts with Armand. The second season of Interview With the Vampire is set to premiere in 2024.

Official Teaser-

“Cherry Magic! 30 Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!” Anime Teaser Unveiled

The official posters, characters and teaser for the anime adaptation of the popular Japanese BL “Cherry Magic! 30 Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard” has been released on the official accounts. Voice actors Chiaki Kobayashi and Ryota Suzuki will be voicing the main meads Adachi and Kurosawa, respectively. Tsuge Masato will be voiced by Makoto Furukawa and Wataya Minato will be voiced by Gen Sato. The anime is set to premiere in 2024.

Synopsis-

Having never had sex in his life, after Kiyoshi Adachi reaches his 30th birthday he becomes a “wizard”: he develops an ability to hear the thoughts of other people by touching them. One day, he discovers that his popular co-worker, Yuichi Kurosawa, is in love with him. While dealing with the awkwardness of being able to hear Kurosawa’s rather forthright feelings towards him, Adachi comes to terms with how much Kurosawa values him and starts to develop reciprocal feelings of his own.

Official Teaser-

Netflix Serves Visuals from Young Royals Season Three and Elite 7

Netflix dropped a bombshell with a minute long video featuring queer characters from their popular shows like Heartstopper, XO, Kitty, Never Have I Ever, Élite, Young Royals, Sex Education, Stranger Things, Everything Now, That 90’s Show, and Heartbreak High. What captivated the audiences were first look visuals from the upcoming new seasons of Spanish suspense thriller Elite and Swedisn teenage romance, Young Royals. The ten second interaction between Wilhelm (Edvin Ryding) and Simon (Omar Rudberg) drove the fans into frenzy who are now eagerly awaiting the last season of this regal romance. Banking on this excitement, Netflix dropped the clipping for the entire scene and we admit, Wilmon look so good together!

Bake Me Please The Series

Ch8 revealed that they are producing new mini-series starring Ohm Thitiwat (UWMA, Close Friends S1 & S2, Oh! My Sunshine Night and 609 Bedtime Story) alongside Guide Kantapon (I Feel You Linger in the Air), Poom Phuripan, Prem Napanat, and Atom Nathaphop (7 Days Before Valentine). The drama portrays the complicated lives of 5 young men who are passionate about baking and is is set to premiere on November 19, 2023. The drama will have six episodes and will be airing on Ch8 and GagaOOLala.

Official Teaser-

The Sign

Idol Factory has released the official poster and teaser for their upcoming thriller romance, “The Sign”. Adapted from the novel “Premonition” (ลางสังหรณ์) by I-Rain-Yia (ไอเรนเยีย), the show is based on a reincarnation theme. Starring Billy Patchanon and Babe Tanatat in lead roles, the show premieres on 25th November and the Uncut version will be available on Idol Factory’s YouTube Channel.

Synopsis-

For as long as Tharn can remember, he’s had premonitions about those around him, sensing both the good and the bad. Partners on a team of special investigators, when kind and cheerful Tharn met clever and charming Phaya, it felt as though they’d known each other for a long time.

(Source: MyDramaList)

Official Teaser-

Bump Up Business

Adapted from the webtoon “Bump Up Business” (범프 업 비즈니스) by RK Studio and starring Only One Of’s Mill and Nine’s, Bump Up Business will be streaming on GagaOOLala. The first three episodes will be available starting October 27th. The entire series is available for streaming on IQIYI.

Synopsis-

The story revolves around fifth-year trainee and soon-to-debut idol Eden and JiHoon, a celebrity from the same agency, and the love story between these two who are not good at expressing what they truly feel.

(Source: kpopmap.com)

Fellow Travelers

The official trailer for the anticipated gay romance “Time Traveler” is out. Starring Jonathan Bailey and Matt Bomer in the lead roles, the show is based on the 2007 novel of the same name by Thomas Mallon. The storyline focuses on Hawkins Fuller (Bomer), who, for the longest time, has avoided romance until he meets Tim Laughlin (Bailey). They fall in love and begin an affair just as Joseph McCarthy and Roy Cohn declare war on “subversives and sexual deviants.” Their story will span decades, from the Vietnam War protests to the hedonistic culture of the 1970s and the AIDS crisis of the 1980s.

Both lead actors identify as gay; their chemistry is literally electrifying and sublime. The show is a rather intimate projection of gay love in tumultuous times, where homosexuality was considered as taboo, where avoidance was practiced as protective measure. Premieres on Oct 27 with the Paramount Plus with SHOWTIME plan.

Official Trailer-

A Short Clipping Teaser-

Stay tuned, for further updates!