The past week was quite hectic, with news updates dropping left and right. Couple it with our excitement over live streaming our first interview with Director Ark Saroj of “My Golden Blood”, we were certainly frailed nerves. We still haven’t stopped buzzing and for those who missed the livestream, you can check the interview on our YouTube Channel. Mr. Saroj’s honest answers and perceptions are really commendable. So, like, share & subscribe. We got more goodies in store in the forthcoming future!

Pure Love, Bring it on!

After a early announcement last December, there was no news about this Japanese adaptation. Based on Nanao’s manga ‘Junai Joto’ (Pure Love Bring It On), M!LK’s Yamanaka Jyutaro (Candy Color Paradox) and CTQ’s Takamatsu Aloha (Tokyo in April) will be starring as main leads in this movie adaptation. Set to premiere in 2026.

Synopsis-

The story depicts an “emotional and cute” Yankee BL (Boys’ Love) narrative centered around Kamei Madoka, an undefeated brawler from “Beniko” High School, and Sato Mitsuru who leads at the neighboring Shiraiwa High School. Since the epic battle two years ago, the two schools had maintained a ceasefire. However the situation changes when Mitsuru begins lodging above Madoka’s grandmother’s candy shop, and as the time they spend together increases, the distance between them gradually becomes closer. However, Mitsuru was harboring a certain secret.

Source- natalie.mu

Knockout The Series

Adapted from the novel “Knockout” (Knockout หมัดน็อกล็อกหัวใจ) by Dawin (ดวินทร์), “KnockOut The Series” premieres on 16th May. Stars Nice Boripat & Gun Natsakan.

Synopsis-

Keen was in the middle of a job interview when he received sudden news of his father’s death. He had no choice but to use all his life savings to organize the funeral. Soon harassed by debt collectors, he discovered that his father had left behind a significant debt from an informal loan.

Keen was compelled to hide at Petchsak camp, a Muay Thai gym, while figuring out a way to pay off the debt he didn’t incur. There, he met Than, a renowned boxer known as “The Cannon Who Conquers Tigers,” the star fighter of the camp. However, no one knew why Than refused to fight anymore: he built an icy wall between himself and others, which Keen had to find a way to break down in order to reach Than’s vulnerable heart and true self. This led the two to grow closer, developing a passionate relationship that blossomed into a beautiful love. Together, they overcame obstacles. Confronting the past, however, comes with an irresistible pull that will lead the pair into a path full of danger.

(Source: WeTV; edited by MyDramaList)

Official Trailer-

B-Friend

Adapted from the web novel “B-Friend เจตนา (ไม่) ลืม” (B-Friend) by Guy Suwannaroj (กาย สุวรรณโรจน์) and Lita P, “B Friend Series” premieres on May 31. The show stars Pai Chatnapha & FayFay Thitayaporn alongside Chalarm Siam & James Pongsapak.

Official Trailer-

Heartstopper Movie

Fan-favorite romance Heartstopper will conclude with an upcoming Heartstopper feature film. The film will star Connor and Locke (who will also serve as executive producers), and is written by Heartstopper creator, executive producer, and graphic novelist Alice Oseman. The Heartstopper movie starts filming this summer.

The feature film will pick up after the swoony Season 3 finale, which saw Nick, Charlie, and many of their friends take their relationships to a new level. The Heartstopper film will explore how inevitable milestones affect the maturing characters. Can first loves really last forever?

The film will wrap up Nick and Charlie’s journey, as an adaptation of Alice Oseman’s upcoming sixth and final Heartstopper graphic novel. After Season 3, the couple is inseparable. But, with Nick preparing to leave for university and Charlie finding new independence at school, the reality of a long-distance relationship begins to weigh on them. Doubts take hold, and their relationship faces its biggest challenge yet.

Meanwhile, Nick and Charlie’s friends are also navigating the ups and downs of love and friendship, confronting the bittersweet challenges of growing up and moving on.

Source- Netflix

Eye Contact

Adapted from the novel “Eye Contact” (Eye Contact เพียงสบตา) by Nu (นุ NU), “Eye Contact The Series” will star New Chunnawan & Tora Toranin in lead roles alongside supporting couples, Jakrin Sangruan, Jiraseth Wongfu, Thap Thepwong, Narongkorn Arunraktham, Chayanin Ratirungroj, Kokliang Parinya, Warinda Noenphoemphisut & Nut Thanyarat. Set to premiere on 14th May.

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Sweetheart Service

Strongberry has released the official teaser for their upcoming romance “SweetHeart Service”. Starring Kim Hyeon Seo & Lee Jae Hyeop in lead roles. Set to premiere in May, 2025.

Synopsis-

Fresh graduate Yu Ha struggles to find a job and takes on gig work to become independent. Meanwhile, workaholic Min U, tired of marriage pressure, hires a fake boyfriend for a month. Yu Ha, exhausted from difficult clients, accepts Min U’s high-paying offer—with three simple rules: secrecy, two meetings per week, and answering calls when needed. Their contract is clear, but as they continue the act, pretend feelings start to feel real.

(Source: BLUPDATE2022 Twitter/X)

I Have A Small Story

O2 Production’s release official trailer for their upcoming short series “I Have A Small Story”. Starring Tri Nguyễn & Duc Harry (Teenager Judge) as main leads.

New Ship OhmFirst Emerges

First Chalongrat (Don’t Say No, Be Mine SuperStar) will be soon starring in a BL romance alongside his new onscreen partner, Ohm Sarit.

Near Clinic Near My Heart

Should I treat my teeth or my heart first? Because honestly…both are aching now!

“Near Clinic Near My Heart” premieres April 29, Every Tuesday & Wednesday, Exclusively on go2.infinity TikTok. Starring 2j Chalach, Dew Jiramate, Hasun Feroz Khan & Poon Akkharaphat.

Southern Anecdote

First teaser released for the upcoming Chinese bromance “Southern Anecdote”. Adapted from the web novel “Daomu Biji: The Southern Archives” (盜墓筆記：南部檔案（食人奇荒）) in the novel series “The Grave Robbers’ Chronicles” (盗墓笔记) by Kennedy Xu (南派三叔), the show stars Zhang Xincheng & Ding Yuxi as main leads.

Synopsis-

In the early years of the Republic of China, a series of mysterious events took place in the Nanyang region. The story follows Zhang Hai Yan and Zhang Hai Xia, two secret agents from the Southern Archives, who investigate an enigmatic case involving a conspiracy of warlords using the poisonous plant “Dusk Grass”. As they face life-threatening dangers, the clues begin to align, leading them to discover that all of them converge on a massive ship, the Nan’an.

(Source: Chinese = Douban || Translation = MyDramaList)

Pit Babe The Series Season Two

Official trailer released for the highly anticipated sequel, “Pit Babe The Series Season 2”. Adapted from the web novel “Pit Babe 2: the initium” (พิษเบ๊บ 2: the initium) by _alittlebitch (also known as alittlebixth), Pavel Naret, Pooh Krittin, Sailub Hemmawich, Pon Thanapon, Garfield Pantach, Benz Atthanin will be returning to reprise their roles. Set to premiere on May 2 on iQIYI.

Synopsis-

When hidden powers rise, loyalties shatter, and the dead don’t stay buried. Two years after Tony’s death, a hidden world of powers emerges. As Charlie fights to expose those exploiting them, his bond with Babe is tested when they uncover a deadly conspiracy led by Tony, who isn’t as dead as they believed.

(Source: thai.film)

“The Secret of Work” Season Two

Ch3 Thailand has announced the sequel to their sapphic romance “The Secret of Work”. Prigkhing Sureeyares & Marilyn Kate will be returning to reprise their roles. Streaming starting 26th April.

“Beyond Evil” Japanese Remake

Popular Korean bromance “Beyond Evil” will be getting a Japanese remake. Japanese actors Yasuda Ken and Mizukami Koshi will be playing the leads. Set to premiere on the Japanese broadcasting channel WOWOW starting July.

Official Teaser-

Jetlag

Official trailer released for Be on Cloud’s upcoming sitcom “Jetlag”. Every Wednesday at 10:30 PM (GMT+7) on TrueVisions NOW and one31 starting May 7th. Starring Bible Wichapas & Mile Phakphum who plays a bisexual character in this show alongside Piyathida Mittiraroch, PunPun Sutatta, QP Nasiri, New Phetdankaeo, Chrrissa P.

Mission to the Moon Series

First teaser released for Kongthup production’s upcoming romance “Mission to the Moon Series”. Stars Mon Taechin and Pak Varayu as main leads.

Smells Like Green Spirit

Movie adaptation announced for the Japanese BL “Smells Like Green Spirit”. Based on the manga series “Smells Like Green Spirit” by Nagai Saburo, Araki Towa stars in the titular role. In addition to re-editing the drama version, additional scenes shot by director have also been included. Nationwide release scheduled for June 2025.

Fourever You Project Season Two

Worship ceremony held for the sequel of “Fourever You Project”. Stars Bever Patsapon, Tonliew Methaphat, Ngern Anupart, Oat Tharathon, Pie Saranvut & Golf Pasatorn as main leads.

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