We have a bevy of announcements ranging from intriguing to refreshing. With new trailers dropping every week, the BL/GL world seems to be on fire. If you are awaiting updates about your favorite upcoming shows, then scroll through this page without further delay!

Cosmetic Playlover

After entrancing audiences with his mischievous act in “Although I Love You and You”, actor Okuno So will be leading thecast in the upcoming adaptation “Cosmetic Playlover”. Adapted from the manga series “Cosmetic Playlover” (コスメティック・プレイラバー) by Narashima Sachi (楢島さち), Okuno has been paired opposite Toyoda Yudai. Check out this fresh teaser for their beautiful chemistry!

Synopsis-

“No or stop, you unexpectedly say cute things.”

The beauty assistant Natsume is forced to do pair sales with his junior Sahashi. Sahashi, who doesn’t take Natsume or his work seriously, overtook him in sales and annoys Natsume as he’s trying to act as a good superior…once his act is discovered and he’s threatened into becoming his sex friend?! Plus, he carelessly pushed the switch to awaken Sahashi… “Is it all right if I get serious?”. This is a story set behind the cosmetic shop counter, with feelings of love appearing as Natsume finds his heart beating fast, although it irritates him.

(Source: MangaUpdates)

The Vacation in Koh Samui

Banking on the popularity of the main & supporting pairings in the Korean BL “Unintentional Love Story”, the franchise has been extended to a travel show. Recently, the movie “Time of Fever” premiered to high expectations and it was announced that the movie would be released in drama version on international OTT very soon. Naturally, the travel show is a follow-up to amass more ratings. Check out the official poster and the first teaser as the leads, Cha Seo Won, B1A4’s Gongchan, Won Tae Min, and Do Woo scoured the streets of Koh Samui. Set to premiere on August 1 on Watcha.

Son Byeong Hoon’s new Korean BL show

Son Byeong Hoon, the lead actor of Strongberry’s “Blossom Campus” posted that he will be starring in a new Korean BL. The actor posted the news on his X account sharing details that it is fantasy school story with supernatural power.

Reverse With Me The Series

Fitting session begin for upcoming Thai GL “Reverse With Me The Series”. Based on Zezeho’s novel of the same name, the show stars Natt Chokejindachai and Noon Pitchatorn as the main leads.

Synopsis-

Seven years ago, I was surfing and was saved by a woman at the moment that stood between life and death. That girl is a medical student who has the ability to control time. And choose to reach out to keep me breathing and have a purpose in life.

After just saying her name, she walked away and disappeared into the crowd. As if taking my heart with her. The two of us never met again. No matter how hard I try to find.

Karan may never know that I am continuing my studies at the Faculty of Medicine because of her. And fell in love with her for all the years that we hadn’t met.

But one day, at the hospital where I was sent on duty, we orbited to meet again. On an emergency night amidst the chaos of the emergency room, now I am a 6th year medical student, and she is a specialist in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery.

But the big problem is the other party has a cold expression, looking at me as just a junior doctor who isn’t close. Never having met before, and even worse, she still doesn’t admit that she has the ability to control time.

Monster Next Door

Official trailer released for WeTV Original “Monster Next Door”. Based on Jiwinil’s novel ‘Godzilla Next Door’, the show stars Big Thanakorn and Park Anantadej. Set to premiere on August 8.

Synopsis-

Cute introvert Diewdai likes living in his ultra private world, hiding away in his apartment. His best friend is a turtle called Khun Chai. Diew’s life of peace, however, is destroyed when God—an extroverted senior from another faculty—moves in next door. God throws loud daily parties. Diew does his best to endure it—he likes this building—but one night he can’t take it any longer. He slams his door shut to let God know he has a neighbour. After having been there a month, God feels bad and—unsure how to apologise—addresses him from the balcony. Diew responds unconcernedly and, going back and forth, the pair’s talking turns to friendship, with the caveat that they mustn’t meet face-to-face, Diew insists.

(Source: Thai = booksreviewbyme2.wordpress.com || Translation = MyDramaList)

Jack & Joker: U Steal My Heart!

For fans awaiting YinWar’s upcoming show, we got some good news. Starring Yin Anan and War Wanarat in lead roles, “Jack & Joker: U Steal My Heart!” premieres on IQIYI starting, September 9.

Synopsis-

Fate brings two men together in a love-hate relationship. Joker leads a double life. Boastful and talented in conversation, he is secretly a notorious thief wanted by the police. Using his exceptional disguise skills, Joker robs wealthy oppressors and redistributes their riches to aid struggling villagers. On the other side is Jack, an 18-year-old former substitute taekwondin turned debt collector. With a calm and quiet demeanor, Jack instills fear in those he encounters. Despite his intimidating presence, he is a reasonable man who believes in solving problems without force and holds the conviction that “the strength one possesses should be used only to protect the weak.

Sugar Dog Life

A fansubber was gracious enough to add English Subtitles to the recently released trailer of “Sugar Dog Life”. Adapted from the manga “Sugar Dog Life” (シュガードッグライフ) by Yoriko (依子), the show stars Tanaka Koki & Tawada Hideya in lead roles. Set to premiere on 4th August.

Synopsis-

A love story interwoven between Sakuraba Isumi, a short, baby-faced university student who is a great cook, and Amasawa Kyosuke, a tall, sincere police officer with a natural, easygoing charm. Twenty-year-old Isumi is mistaken for a minor and nearly gets taken into custody by Amasawa. Later, Isumi runs into Amasawa again at the convenience store where he works part-time. From then on, every time they meet, Amasawa asks for recommendations for late-night snacks. Concerned about Amasawa’s eating habits, Isumi offers, “How about I come over and cook for you?” Visiting Amasawa’s home, they grow closer through home-cooked meals.

(Source: Drama-Otaku)

Affair The Series

CHANGE2561’s first GL production “Affair The Series” is set to premiere on IQIYI, starting 30 August. Adapted from the novel “Affair” (AFFAIR : รักเล่นกล) by Chao Planoy (เจ้าปลาน้อย), the show stars Sonya Saranphat & Lookmhee Punyapat as leads.

Synopsis-
I’m Phleng. I was born with a perfect life, but it turned up-side-down very quickly after my family went bankrupt. Life wasn’t too bad when I had my childhood friend Wanwiwa who was raised alongside me. For some unfortunate reason, however, I had to walk away. More than a decade later, destiny play its hand and brings us together again. All the memories are brought back to life, the feelings stronger than ever.

(Source: Meb)

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