BL Mini-Bytes

A lot has been happening in the BL world with classic trailers or official posters dropping right & left. GMMTV had some good news in stock with exclusives pouring from all quarters. We are so looking forward to the next outpouring of new dramas!

Blue Canvas Of Youthful Days

Just a day after its premiere on IQIYI, all 4 episodes of the Chinese BL adaptation “Blue Canvas Of Youthful Days” have been taken down from the platform. The production team have assured the fans that they are working on finding a solution to re-broadcast and will return as a weekly drama.

My Golden Blood

Following the read through session, GMMTV’s upcoming vampire themed romance “My Golden Blood” is now in production. Starring Joss Way-ar & Gawin Caskey in lead roles.

Synopsis-

Mark is a vampire who’s never found meaning in his immortal life until he meets Tong. He shakes up his world and becomes his reason for living. Tong possesses a rare and powerful type of blood, irresistible to vampires. Mark must therefore do anything to protect him from others and also from himself.

(Source: French = Nautiljon || Translation = MyDramaList)

The On1y One

Adapted from the novel “Mou Mou” (某某) by Mu Su Li (木苏里), upcoming Taiwanese BL “The On1y One” is set to premiere on Gagaoolala & WeTV from 22 August. Starring Liu Dong Qin & Benjamin Tsang in lead roles.

Synopsis-

On the first day, when Sheng Wang transferred to the attached high school, he “will not get acquainted without fighting” with Jiang Tian. What made him feel most magical was that Jiang Tian was certified as his brother that night. In the process of defending the face and territory of Sheng Wang, a period of arrogant and arbitrary life began, and the two also went from not dealing with each other from the beginning to later cherishing each other. They thought this time was only a short period of life until they became indispensable to each other.

(Source: goodreads)

Official Teaser-

The Boy Next World

Boss Chaikamon & Noeul Nuttarat had their read through session for their upcoming adaptation “The Boy Next World” alongside supporting couple, Donut Suppawit & Forth Kashane Pichetsopon. The drama is being adapted from the novel “The Boy Next World” (คนละกาลเวลา) by MAME.

Synopsis-

Phugun has never dated anyone, doesn’t know what love would even look like. One day, Cirrus, a handsome, cold man nicknamed The Ice Prince walks into his life. Cirrus presents himself as Phugun’s boyfriend from a parallel world and tells Phugun he’s the most important person in his life.

(Source: Thai = Sanook.com || Translation = MyDramaList)

First Note of Love

Official poster released for upcoming Gagaoolala Original “First Note Of Love” alongside adorable snippets of the main & supporting couples. Starring Charles Tu and Michael Chang, alongside Jame Kasama & Liu Min Ting as secondary couple. Premieres on 12th August.

Extended Sneak Peek-

Apple My Love Series

The cast of Kongthup Production’s first Thai GL “Apple My Love Series” had their read through session. Based on the novel “Apple” (Apple : ถึงเธอ…ผู้เป็นที่รัก) by Chao Planoy (เจ้าปลาน้อย), the show stars Ormsin Supitcha & Folk Sutima in lead roles.

Twins

His Man Season One contestant Chan-Gyu and Seo Tae-Woong to star in a web drama “Twins”. The story focuses on a man who has an affair with twins. Set to premiere on August 14th 2024.

Official Teaser-

TV Tokyo’s New Project

TV Tokyo has partnered with the local streaming service BUMP to produce three original dramas. The first story is a BL drama starring Usa Takuma from “I Hear The Sunspot”, “25 Ji, Akasaka de” and “Kiss x Kiss x Kiss: Love ii Shower” alongside Imai Ryutaro. Premieres on Tuesday, August 20th.

Ossan’s Love Thailand

GMMTV fan favorites Earth-Mix are back. Filming has begun for “Ossan’s Love TH”. Starring Earth Pirapat, Mix Sahaphap and Krit Shahkrit in lead roles. Remake of Japanese original work of the same name.

Strange Tales of Jiang Cheng

Tencent Video’s Republican mystery/detective short drama “Strange Tales of Jiang Chen” announces August 13 premiere. Starring Xia Zhiguang, Caesar Wu Xize, and Wang Zhiyi.

Synopsis-

A detective trio comprised of mind-reading expert Qin Huo Le, the always composed and steadfast captain Song He and the quirky forensic doctor Fan Xiao Fan, who work together to explore 8 bizarre stories. There are people who gradually turn into demons after experiencing injustice, stare at the abyss for too long, and the abyss stares back; there are people who tragically sacrifice themselves in order to attain justice; there are people who receive punishment for their mistakes without knowing what they did wrong, they repeat their wrongdoings even at the expense of hurting others; there are people who act respectable under the sun but turn into monsters in the moonlight who take advantage of the innocent to fuel their crazy obsessions… Each of the eight stories depicts a confrontation between good and evil.

(Source: ChineseDrama.info)

Official Trailer-

Eternal Butler

VBL releases fresh stills for “Eternal Butler”, the sequel to Anti-Reset. Starring Kevin Chang, Sing Hom, Eden Chen, and Lawrence Lo, this is a story about the AI humanoid robot No. 4 of Hengji Technology serving as a butler and bodyguard for the human heir, Luo Bu Shi.

Peaceful Property

TayNew are back, albeit with a new bromance. The popular couple who are resident GMMTV veterans will be starring in the upcoming horror comedy. Titled “Peaceful Property”, Tay Tawan & New Thitipoom will be starring alongside Mook Worranit, Jan Ployshompoo & Perth Tanapon in supporting roles. The show is taking over the Wednesday slot, previously occupied by “We Are Series”. Set to premiere on 28th August.

Synopsis-

Home, the heir of a wealthy and famous Thai family, lives a carefree life until his grandfather passes away and he has to return to Thailand to receive his inheritance. The inheritance he was left is no ordinary property, all the properties have been rumoured to be haunted, making them unsellable. The life of skilled chef Peach changes dramatically when he’s met with a severe accident. After he’s recovered, he develops the ability to see spirits and holes up at home, irritating his TikTok-crazy influencer sister Pangpang. One day, Peach goes to a housewarming party full of ghosts and Pangpang’s TikTok at the event immediately goes viral. Home is furious when he sees the clip, so he and Attorney Kan find Peach and pressure him to take responsibility for what he’s done by exorcising the place… and more. When two men searching for their true home come together, a chaotic party of four very different personalities begins to form.

(Source: Thai = GMMTV || Translation = MyDramaList)

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