BL Mini-Bytes

The BL/GL world is abuzz with excitement, we have new exclusives raining down from all quarters. Today’s article features the juiciest tidbits about upcoming shows, new releases that are set to premiere and much more. So, buckle your seatbelts!

Runaway The Series

Fitting has begun for Baanchan Production’s upcoming sapphic romance “Runaway The Series”. Adapted from the novel “Runaway” (Runaway หนีไปก็ตายเปล่า) by Zonlicht, the show stars Music Praewa, Plaifah Siraacha & Piano Nichapat.

Twin Flames

First teaser released for the upcoming Chinese bromance “Twin Flames”. Starring James Supamongkon and Gao Minrui (China) in lead roles.

Synopsis-

Set against the backdrop of the Republican era, Twin Flames tells the gripping story of two brothers torn apart by a tragic family massacre.

Source- @blup_dates X

Revamp Series

Official poster and trailer released for GMMTV’s upcoming supernatural romance “Revamp Series”. Starring Boun Noppanut & Prem Warut in lead roles. Premieres on 23rd August.

Synopsis-

Punn, the owner of a vintage shop, is enlisted by a gallery-owning friend to restore a painting vandalised under mysterious circumstances. During the process, Punn injures himself, inadvertently staining the artwork with his blood. The act awakens Ramil, the last descendant of a vampire lineage, trapped within the painting for over a century. However, Ramil emerges powerless and becomes the target of relentless pursuit by the Hunters. Tasked with aiding Ramil in reclaiming his lost powers, Punn embarks on a journey to locate Ramil’s former servants, now living discreetly among humans.

(Source: GMMTV; edited by MyDramaList)

Ditto

Thai GL author ZezehoMon (“Reverse 4 You”) has announced the live action adaptation of her next novel “Ditto”. The story focuses on grounded flight attendant and an injured ballerina who meet again by fate.

To My Shore

First trailer and behind-the-scenes released for the upcoming Chinese adaptation “To My Shore”. Adapted from the novel “Four-Faced Buddha”, the show stars Yun Qi, Hao Yiran, Kou Weilong, Chen Jianyu.

I Happened to Join a Group of Cool Guys on a School Trip

Kodai Fujimoto (Smells Like Green Spirit) & Hideyoshi Kan (Although I Love You And You) will be starring as the main leads in the live-action TV drama adaptation of the Japanese novel “I Happened to Join a Group of Cool Guys on a School Trip”. Set to premiere on Oct 18 on ABC TV.

Synopsis-

Hioki, a high school student with an ordinary and gentle personality, who finds himself feeling down because he’s in a class with no close friends. During a school trip, he’s reluctantly invited to join a group that includes Watari, a cool and popular guy. Although initially nervous around Watari, Hioki gradually opens up to him as Watari consistently shows care and attention.

Source- @blup.dates IG

Love Song

Fresh stills released for the upcoming BL movie “Love Song”. A Japanese-Thai collaboration, the movie stars Win Morisaki and SNOWMAN’s Koji Mukai. Direction & screenplay by Weerachit Thongjila. Premieres on 31st October.

Synopsis-

An unfinished love song connects two people in Tokyo and Bangkok. Sota is an overly serious researcher who was suddenly ordered to work in Tokyo. One day he returns from Tokyo to Bangkok and reunites with Kai whom he had feelings for when they were students. Kai is active as a photographer and also pursuing music when they reunite. This makes Sota a bit nervous. Kai, however, is surprised that Sota recalls the ‘unfinished song’ he once sang for him. The duo slowly grow closer once again, but each have a secret as to why they can’t complete the song. Yet this unfinished song connecting the two of them begins to resonate with both once again!

(Source: Japanese = movie-lovesong.jp || Translation = MyDramaList)

The Wicked Game Series

First teaser released for the upcoming action thriller “The Wicked Game Series”. Starring Daou Pittaya & Offroad Kantapon as main leads.

Synopsis-

Police officer Than takes a gig guarding Pheem, the youngest son of a private hospital owner. On the hospital’s opening day, an assassination attempt is made against Pheem. Fortunately, Than comes to his rescue and—impressed by Than’s skills—Pheem asks him to be his personal bodyguard.

Than is an easygoing, straightforward guy. As he gets closer to Pheem, he finds the man to be quite the opposite of him—cold and cunning. When continuous attempts are made on his life and he’s exposed to more of the family’s cold relationship, he begins to see the hurt and loneliness beneath the cool exterior. Meanwhile, Than’s warmth and humour begin to thaw him.

(Source: MyDramaList)

Mandate

The upcoming political saga “Mandate” finally has a premiere date. Starring Boy Pakorn & Ben Bunyapol in lead roles, the show is set to premiere on 12th September on Monomax exclusively!

Synopsis-

Dr. Nong, the son of the village headman, is highly respected by the people as he’s always helping them, earning their love and trust. For this reason, Dr. Nong is often approached by political parties to join them and compete for seats in the area. Even his father has tried to invite him, but Dr. Nong has refused every time; he just wants to do his best as a doctor.

Vee is the youngest son of the leader of a major political party leader. Vee is vain, studied abroad, and is another person who wants Dr. Nong to join his party, hoping to prove to his abilities to his own father. Therefore, Vee goes to the area and tries to find a way to get as close to Dr. Nong as possible despite Nong’s refusal. No matter what, though, Vee never gives up. He continues to pursue Dr. Nong until something unexpected happens to Dr. Nong’s younger sister, causing him to decide to submit an applicating. It’s Vee’s party Dr. Nong has chosen, not knowing that Vee was the mastermind behind a secret that will change his determination for the rest of his life.

(Source: Thai = mono29.com || Translation = MyDramaList)

The Last Night Series

When old friendships return… to reclaim the promises once made!

Viu Thailand unveils the official poster for “The Last Night Series”, the first movie in “4 Destiny Project”. A collaboration between 9naa Productions & Make A Picture Production. Starring Pan Jirachot & P Ekkapop. Set to premiere on 18th September.

We will be back with more updates, stay tuned!

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