In the dynamic world of boys love (BL) media, the past year has brought forth a flurry of captivating releases and significant developments. From anime adaptations to web novels, BL enthusiasts have been treated to a wealth of new content. In this updates column, we’ll explore the latest trends and noteworthy releases that have kept fans eagerly anticipating what’s next in the realm of BL.
Your Dear Daddy
Haunted by his past, Saithan is unwilling now to tie himself to anyone. On holiday in Chiang Mai, he happens to meet Sila, the wealthy owner of Phu Saengdao farm and hotel. The two find themselves strangely drawn to one another and ultimately spend a night together, thinking they wouldn’t see each other again. Within a few days, however, Saithan’s status changes from Sila’s hookup to his debtor after a car accident with the child of an influential local. Sila happens upon the situation and volunteers to settle the issue and pay for the damages. Wanting to prove that he can step up and solve his own problems, Saithan withholds the truth from his family and decides to work for Phu Saengdao farm in order to pay his debt. Sila himself is having a good time; he now has a friend to chat with, to sleep with and lift him out of boredom. The series is adapted from the novel “Until You” by CEO and will star Fluke Visit and Poonpun Jitaboon.
Jazz For Two
Tae Yi hears a familiar melody fill the empty halls and makes his way to the old music room. He knows his brother is dead, but he can’t help but hope, maybe, just maybe…it’s his brother playing his favorite song. When he slams open the door, however, he finds Se Heon, the new transfer student, at the piano. Disappointment comes crashing down and Tae Yi can’t control his anger. How dare Se Heon play his brother’s song? How dare he smile? How dare he say he loves jazz? “If I ever catch you playing the piano again…that’ll be the end of you.” And with that begins Tae Yi and Se Heon’s story, as unpredictable and visceral as jazz. No official air date has been revealed for this series but it’s expected to premiere this month.
The Sign Special Episode
Billy Patchanon and Babe Tanatat will return for the sequel to the ‘The Sign’ series. The special is set to premiere on April 6th 2024 during a fan meeting. As of now, no information has been given regarding an international release.
Two Worlds
Phupha and Khram love each other but sadly Phupha is murdered. In an effort to bring him back to life, something happens and Khram is pulled to a parallel universe where, 12 years ago, Khram and Thai were in love. However, Khram was killed by Thai’s dad. This series is adapted from the web novel “2 Worlds: โลกสองใบ ใจดวงเดียว) by Prang (พราง) and will premiere on March 21st 2024 on IQIYI.
Official Teaser-
OMG! Vampire
After waking up from a century-long sleep, vampire Phum finds that the land of vampires has banned gen-x vampires from falling in love. The new law doesn’t suit Phum and he invites his gang of close friends—Sen, Run, Mix and Jolie—to flee to the land of humans where people have more freedom. Getting there, however, won’t be easy. They’ll need to put their names down in the Bible of Life and take the bodies of their parallel human selves, mindful that there may be consequences. Phum finds himself living the life of a broken-hearted young man. Life in the land of humans is turning out to be a chaotic undertaking when he meets Patrick, the owner of a secret bar, and ends up working for him. OMG! Vampire recent wrapped up filming and will air soon.
At 25:00 in Alaska
Yuki Shirasaki (Taisuke Niihara) is a rookie actor. He auditions for an important role in a BL drama that stars popular actor Asami Hayama (Kiita Komagine) and successfully gets cast. Yuki Shirasaki is worried and anxious about performing for the first time, but Asami Hayama suggests that they should pretend to be in a romantic relationship until filming for the drama series ends. How will the pseudo-love between the two end? The Japanese BL drama will air on April 18th 2024.
Last Meal Universe
When thinking about world-saving superheroes, we often think of characters like Superman or Thor, but what if in reality the world was saved from destruction by the culinary skills of an ordinary human who runs a humble curry shop? This is the story of Chunn, an aerospace engineer sent to destroy the world in order to build a galactic highway. However he becomes enamoured with the simple yet exquisite Thai cuisine of a young office worker who inherited a curry shop. Gun Napat and Ritz Rueangritz, renowned contestants from the singing competition show ‘The Star’, make their highly anticipated debut in this series written by renowned author Patrick Rangsimant.
Official Pilot-
Memory In The Letter
The story is adapted from the novel of the same name by Hungrybird and it follows Aksorn as he moves into a new dormitory. Here he encounters a mysterious connection with someone on the other side of the mirror. This series has been in the works for two years and they’ve finally released a trailer. No other details have been shared regarding the series.
Official Trailer-
We will be back with more updates, stay tuned!