We had a hard time trying to cope with the overload of excessive updates in the BL/GL world last week. There is steady stream of exclusives making its way to the upfront. We aren’t surprised because the BL phenomenon is taking over the world. Let’s check the latest buzz on the circuit!

Hermoso BL

Official trailer released for Oxin Film’s upcoming romance HermosoBL. Written by Easy Ferrer & directed by Xion Lim, the show stars Kelly Sese & Sebastian Sy.

Synopsis-

A humble fisherman falls for the one person he shouldn’t… his future boss.

Official Trailer-

Whale Store xoxo

Official poster & trailer released for GMMTV’s upcoming sapphic adaptation “Whale Store xoxo”. Adapted from the novel “The Whale Store” (คุณวาฬร้านชำ The Whale Store ร้านนี้ไม่มีรักขาย) by Snow Leopard (เสือดาวหิมะ), the show stars Milk Pansa & Love Pattranite as maik leads. Premieres on 25th June on GMMTV YouTube & Netflix.

Synopsis-

Wan suddenly inherits her father’s grocery store, crumbling away during hard times. She soon meets hardworking and flirtatious store regular Maewnam. Maewnam is supportive of Wan’s efforts to turn the business around, but she’s hiding the truth about her family’s business which threatens Wan’s plans.

(Source: MyDramaList)

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Heartstopper Finale

Production has begun on the feature film finale of “Heartstopper”. Adapted from the graphic novel by Alice Oseman, the show’s main leads Kit Connor & Joe Locke will be returning to reprise their roles in this final installment which is based on the sixth Heartstopper novel.

The Promise of the Soul

Fresh poster & trailer released for the upcoming Taiwanese adaptation “The Promise of the Soul”. Adapted from the novel “Ling Hun Te Yueh Ting” (靈魂的約定) by Hsu Tzu (緒慈), the show stars Kenji Fan & Martin Wong in lead roles. Set to premiere on Gagaoolala starting 27th June.

Synopsis-

When 59-year-old Xia Cha’s grandson announces his intention to undergo a sex change, Xia Cha accidentally falls down the stairs with him, and his soul then enters the youthful body of his grandson. From that day on, he experiences many firsts in his grandson’s body: going to college, living in a dormitory, being kissed by a man, and falling in love. Does the classmate the grandson secretly admires actually like him back? In the dormitory, his grandson’s boyfriend even takes off his pants and wants to… Who is the red thread of fate connected to?

(Source: pavilion.taicca.tw)

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The Proper Way to Write Love

Tokyo MX announces live action adaptation of the manga “The Proper Way to Write Love”. Based on the work by Ogeretsu Tanaka, the show stars Genki Iwahashi & Satoru Sōma. The series will have eight episodes, and will feature new story elements with original characters not present in the manga. Set to premiere on 13th June.

Synopsis-

Hiromu was once bullied by Natsuo in high school for his appearance and demeanor. After high school, Hiromu completely remade himself, going to beauty school, striving to make himself handsome. Now an adult working in a beauty parlor, Hiromu has a coincidental reunion with Natsuo, but Natsuo doesn’t recognize him. After they grow closer and Natsuo admits he has feelings for him, Hiromu vows to break up with him in a grand way as revenge for being bullied.

Source- Anime News Network

Kita-kun is just too cute for me to handle, so I decided to share him among the three of us

Official teaser released for the upcoming Japanese adaptation “Kita-kun is just too cute for me to handle, so I decided to share him among the three of us”. Adapted from the manga series “Kita-kun ga Kawai Sugite Te ni Amaru no de, 3 Nin de Share Suru Koto ni Shimashita.” (北くんがかわいすぎて手に余るので、3人でシェアすることにしました。) by Sakaki Kotsubu (榊こつぶ), the show stars Mashiko Atsuki, Iwase Yoji, Shida Mirai & Honda Tsubasa. Set to premiere on 1st July.

Synopsis-

Asada Minami, a nurse, Hiruma Toko, and Nishino Yu, a bookstore employee, all fall in love with Kita-kun, also known as Manaka Kita, who has a mysterious charm that captivates everyone regardless of age or gender. In order to avoid increasing their love rivals, they form the “33% Club” to share Kita-kun’s love in three equal parts. It is a love comedy about three people living together with Kita-kun.

(Source: Japanese = KTV || Translation = MyDramaList)

Shine

Official trailer released for Be On Cloud’s upcoming period romance “Shine The Series”. Starring Mile Phakphum & Apo Nattawin as main leads.

Synopsis-

A tale of love and ideals unfolds in an era resistant to diversity set against the backdrop of the political turmoil of 1969-1971. Trin, a principled economist, collides with Thanwa, a free-spirited hippie. When they encounter Moira, an extravagant widow who lives far beyond the boundaries of freedom, their lives take an unpredictable turn.

(Source: WeTV)

Dog Bro Series

Official poster released for the upcoming romance “Dog Bro Series”. Adapted from the novel “What’s the Nong?” (What’s the น้อง?) by I’m Mynt, the show stars Sky Chaithawat & Kong Kongphom. Set to premiere in July.

Synopsis-

Meen, a fifth-year medical student, cherishes a studious life filled with the joyful company of friends like Bon, Flint, Kim, Baikhao, and Pokpong. One day, Meen’s mother sends Tul, the son of her close friend, who has recently passed the entrance exam to pursue engineering at Chiang Mai University, the top-ranked institution in the country, to live with Meen and assigns Meen to take care of Tul. Meen sees this as a good opportunity for him to move to a dorm near the university and have Tul take care of Nirand instead. But before moving out, Meen learns that behind Tul’s excellence as a student lies a struggle with depression. Driven by his medical training and compassion, Meen makes the selfless choice to abandon the dormitory plan to support and care for Tul.

As they live together for a while, their relationship develops beyond just “brothers.” Both must choose between a romantic relationship or ending it as mere “brothers” to fulfill their life goals.

(Source: เม้นท์ก่อนเข้านอน Mentkorn YouTube)

Runaway GL

Baanchan Production has announced the main leads for their upcoming sapphic romance “Runaway GL”. Adapted from the novel “Runaway” (Runaway หนีไปก็ตายเปล่า) by Zonlicht, the show stars Music Praewa, Plaifah Siraacha & Piano Nichapat.

Synopsis-

Don’t even dare to scream. There’s no one to hear you. Every inch of your flesh… every heartbeat… is mine!”

With only 168 HOURS left before death claims her, Winrawi finds herself the target of a relentless, vengeful spirit whose dark presence draws closer with each passing second. A chilling voice whispers hoarsely, threatening to take her life and pushing her to the brink of despair.

Desperate and alone, she encounters a woman with a cold, indifferent gaze — the only person who holds hope of escape from this haunting pursuit, but her plea is met with merciless rejection.

As time slips away, Winrawi is forced to confront the shadows of her past, unraveling secrets that reveal a horrifying truth, spiraling toward a tragedy no one could have foreseen!

(Source: RunAwayGL_TH on Twitter/X)

Dangerous Queen The Series

Second teaser released for S.nur Entertainment’s upcoming sapphic romance “Dangerous Queen The Series”. Adapted from the web novel “Dangerous Queen” (Dangerous Queen #คนโปรดของควีน) by Khun Phuying (คุณผู้หญิง), the show stars Tangkwa Phinyanech & Nur Desoraya as main leads.

Love Like A Bike

Worship ceremony held for the upcoming romance “Love Like A Bike”. Starring Masu Junyangdikul, Tee Thanapon, Ta Nannakun, Us Nititorn, Danny Luciano & Win Thana. Directed by Golf Tanwarin.

Synopsis-

A story of three young men of three different nationalities and three different styles who were adopted and raised as siblings and love each other as unwaveringly as if they were blood relatives.

The eldest is Thai-Chinese psychiatrist Nubnueng, the warm caretaker of the family. He’s always ready to support the dreams of his younger siblings and the people around him, especially Sailom. Sailom has an unusual condition: he can’t allow men to touch him.

Commercial airline captain Thawi is a true Thai, easy-going and the house barista. He’s kept himself single and virginal, then one day he has a one-night stand with a complete stranger.

Thai-Swiss former cadet Third has been poisoned against love by past heartbreak and no longer believes in it. He’s turned himself into a well-known bar host ready to bestow all manner of happiness on everyone as long as it doesn’t involve the heart.

(Source: Thai = newtv.co.th || Translation = MyDramaList)

Harmony Secret

Worship ceremony held for the upcoming sapphic romance “Harmony Secret”. Adapted from the novel “Harmony Secret” (Harmony Secret ดีลลับฉบับเล่นเล่ห์) by serenista, the show stars Lookmhee Punyapat & Sonya Saranphat as main leads.

Synopsis-

Two business heiresses from a hotel empire and from a department store dynasty, respectively, compete for a national Duty-Free bid. From the moment they meet, an undeniable attraction sparks.

(Source: GlThinker X)

10 Things I want To Do Before I Turn 40

Official poster & teaser released for the upcoming Japanese adaptation “10 Things I want To Do Before I Turn 40”. Adapted from the manga series “40 Made ni Shitai 10 no Koto” (40までにしたい10のこと) by Mamita (マミタ), the show stars Kazama Shunsuke & Shoji Kohei as main leads.

Synopsis-

Tojo Suzume, who has been single for over 10 years and spends his days just going back and forth between his office and home, realizes that there are only three months left until his 40th birthday. Suzume makes a list of “10 things I want to do before I’m 40” due to the sudden sense of impatience he feels at the turning point of his life. “Takoyaki party,” “Change your taste in clothes,” “Find a lover…” However, the list is accidentally seen by Tanaka Keiji, a handsome junior subordinate!

However, at Keiji’s suggestion, the two decide to fulfill the list together. Their mundane days change into fun days spent together. And they become “special people” that transcend the relationship of boss and subordinate and the age difference. This is a fascinating story about the slowly closing distance between the two and the love story of an adult who falls in love for the first time in a long time!

(Source: Japanese = TV Tokyo || Transaltion = MyDramaList)

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Teach Me Touch Me

Character posters revealed for the upcoming adaptation “Teach Me Touch Me”. Adapted from the web novel “Teach Me, Touch Me” (สัมผัสกันต์ธีร์) by Wara, the show stars Chalarm Siam & James Pongsapak alongside Sunbites Natavish, Teepor Krit, Bom Thumpisit, Sand Sarach, Tong Samitpong, Fort Thitipong & Jok.

Synopsis-

Kanthi, a wealthy 34-year-old man, meets Gear, a 4th-year student, in a VIP club room. Gear wants to learn how to be intimate, but Kanthi refuses to teach him because he’s not attracted to Gear’s innocence. Gear is determined to learn, one way or another.

(Source: X; edited by MyDramaList)

Player Yuri Series

Worship ceremony held for the upcoming sapphic adaptation “Player Yuri Series”. Adapted from the novel “Player Yuri” by author SixnineYuri, the show stars Ice Amena & Memi Muanfun as main leads.

Synopsis-

Pun thought her life was falling apart when Pethai, the man she hired for a fake marriage, took her money and ran-straight into the arms of a mafia. Now she’s back in Thailand, determined to track him down and get some answers. But it’s not going to be easy. Her only hope? Ploy-a stunning, sharp-witted actress who holds the key to Pethai’s secrets. To get what she needs, Pun will have to charm her way into Ploy’s heart. But the more she tries to manipulate, the more she ends up falling for Ploy. What started as a game of love quickly turns into a romantic rollercoaster, and Pun may have just found herself on the ride of her life. In this game of hearts, who’s really the player?

(Source: Heart Pop Studio X)

The Hidden Blood

The upcoming sapphic romance “The Hidden Blood” reveals its main casting. Produced by Daddy U Entertainment & QQ Entertainment, the show stars Paweensuda Drouin & Seya Thongchua.

Love upon a Time

Worship ceremony held for the upcoming adaptation “Love upon a Time”. Adapted from the novel “Love Upon a Time” (ภพเธอ) by littlebbear96, the show stars Net Siraphop and his new onscreen partner, JJ Radchapon in lead roles.

Synopsis-

Nakhun is an unsuperstitious twenty-year-old student. One day, fate plays a trick on him and he winds up travelling back nearly four hundred years to the Ayutthaya Kingdom. He’s mistaken for someone who had gone missing, so Nakhun assumes the identity of Klao and tries to work out the mystery of his disappearance while searching for a way back to his time period.

Klao’s friend Phop doesn’t believe that Nakhun is the younger brother he knew and keeps an eye trained on him.

(Source: Thai = se-ed.com || Translation = MyDramaList)

Poisonous Love The Series

North Star Entertainment releases official poster for the upcoming sapphic adaptation “Poisonous Love The Series”. Adapted from the web novel “Phit Rak” (พิษรัก) by MeeNam (มีนาม), the show stars Jayna Angelina & Ginny Natnicha as main leads.

Synopsis-

Perfect heart surgeon Dr. Premsini is about to get married, but Pat, a beautiful villain actress, ruins the wedding when her nice groom gets Pat’s close friend pregnant. This situation makes Dr. Prem dislike Pat, but little does she know that the sweet person she shared a stolen kiss with at her bachelorette party was none other than Pat. As for Pat, she fell for Dr. Prem at first sight and is trying everything to gain Dr. Prem’s interest.

(Source: Thai = North Star Entertainment YouTube || Translation = MyDramaList)

Third Player

Thai GL author SixnineYuri has announced the live action adaptation of her second novel, “Third Player”.

Synopsis-

When the past… is a mystery

Clues… make you confused

Love… pushes you into a trap

People… deceive you into getting lost

Chris, a young woman with amnesia, is recuperating and living with her kind lover, Nadia, after an accident 4 years ago. Everything is going well, but then the arrival of a strange young woman named Sun shakes all of Chris’s beliefs.

Ayaka is in Love with Hiroko – 2nd Stage

Second trailer released for the upcoming sapphic sequel “Ayaka is in Love with Hiroko – 2nd Stage”. Adapted from the web manga series “Ayaka Is in Love X Love X Love with Hiroko”(彩香ちゃんは弘子先輩に恋してる) by Sal Jiang, Kato Shiho & Mori Kanna return to reprise their roles from the prequel.

Synopsis-

Ayaka is in love with her senior colleague Hiroko. They both thought the other was straight, but after Ayaka’s reckless advances, the two finally started dating!

A year has passed since then. Ayaka has come to live with Hiroko, and they have begun living together. Hiroko is so dear to Ayaka that she has vowed not to make a move on her lightly so as not to hurt her, and is in super-doting mode! Meanwhile, Ayaka is vaguely worried about Hiroko, who never makes a move on her.

As misunderstandings lead to more misunderstandings, the two continue to drift apart, and end up heading to Hawaii for different reasons…?!

(Source: Japanese = MBS || Translation = MyDramaList)