We have a rapid deluge of Chinese BLs with Thai & Japanese counterparts striking a perfect balance. The upcoming second season of Heated Rivalry is making waves with new announcements, and we are here to share the tea!!

Heated Rivalry Season Two

Milla Jovovich of Resident Evil and The Fifth Element fame joins the romance drama as Dr. Galina Molchalina, the Russian therapist Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie ) sees when dealing with depression and anxiety.

Kevin Zegers (The Madison, Transamerica, Gossip Girl) will play Coach Wiebe, Ilya’s lovable coach on the Ottawa Centaurs. In this timeline of Rachel Reid’s Game Changers books, Ilya leaves the Boston Raiders to go play for the much lesser-known team in order to be closer to Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) as the still-secret lovers navigate their relationship and very public lives.

Paul Gross (Broadway’s Good Night, and Good Luck; Tales of the City) will play Commissioner Roger Crowell, who heads the National Hockey League and is a proper villain of the romance book series. He often pressures and sometimes threatens players to stay in the closet or, in the case of other characters, speaking out on social issues.

Plus, there’s François Arnaud and Robbie G.K. as “Skip” couple Scott Hunter and Kip Grady; Sophie Nélisse as actress Rose Landry; Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova as Ilya’s former friend with benefits, Svetlana; Christina Chang and Dylan Walsh as Shane’s parents, Yuna and David; Callan Potter and Benjamin Roy as Shane’s Montreal teammates Hayden and JJ; and Kamilla Kowal as Hayden’s wife, Jackie.

Heated Rivalry season 2 will adapt the events of Reid’s The Long Game and Role Model, the author’s two Game Changers books that focus on two couples during the same time span.

Synopsis–

As Ilya leaves the Ottawa Centaurs, he and Shane begin to grapple with their new reality. Shane fears what might happen to them if they come out of the closet, while Ilya struggles with depression. Meanwhile, a different romance begins to bloom as Troy Barrett, a troubled hockey player traded to the Centaurs, falls for the team’s social media manager, Harris Drover.

Source- Entertainment.com

The Crow Club

Official poster & trailer released for the upcoming action mystery “The Crow Club.” Starring Cris Horwang️️️️️, Newyear Nawaphat, Milk Natchanon, Pop Pataraphol, Title Tanatorn, Otto Phachara, BJ Nattanon, Sailub Hemmawich & Pon Thanapon in lead roles. Worship ceremony for the show was recently held. Premieres on 18th September.

Synopsis–

A society of outcasts — people who have fallen through the cracks of life, each from a different corner of despair. Those who seem unwanted and unseen come together to take on the strangest jobs that no one else would do — for clients just as strange as they are

(Source: thai.film)

Official Trailer-

The Missing Piece

Official poster released for the upcoming psychological drama “The Missing Piece.” Adapted from the web novel “The Missing Piece” (貌合神离) by Kun Yi Wei Lou (困倚危楼), the show stars Rao Zi Hao & Hou Ming Xuan in lead roles. Premieres in 7th September.

Synopsis–

After an accident leaves Shen Mo with amnesia, he mistakes Ji Ming Xuan, the man who saved him, for his lover. But when Shen Mo regains his memories, the six months they spent loving each other become completely erased. Desperate to keep Shen Mo by his side, Ji Ming Xuan proposes a three-year “contract lover” arrangement. When two people are already in love, can a contract still keep their hearts in check?

(Source: GagaOOLala Instagram)

Round One

Workshop has begun for GMMTpV’s upcoming romance “Round One.” Starring Joss Way-ar & Gawin Caskey in lead roles.

Synopsis–

Two opposing young men: a journalist and a fighter find their paths are linked when the two end up trapped in a time loop.

(Source: gaydaytime.proboards.com)

I Will Always Save You

Second read through session held for the upcoming romcom “I Will Always Save You.” Starring Jimmy Jitaraphol & Sea Tawinan in lead roles. Fitting has begun for this show.

Synopsis–

When musician Pepper is forced to enter the witness protection program after witnessing a murder committed by the son of an influential politician, Lieutenant Pongpuen is assigned to protect him. The two have a complicated history involving Pongpuen’s ex. Despite clashing, Pongpuen has sworn to protect Pepper from any danger that might threaten him.

(Source: MyDramaList)

Love in Bloom

First read through session held for the upcoming sapphic romance “Love in Bloom.” Starring Tungpang Pattarawadee & Jessie Natsiya in lead roles.

Synopsis–

They met on a rainy day. They fell in love on the day the flowers bloomed. What will they do on the day the truth comes out?

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

Boy, with Caution

Official poster released for the upcoming romance “Boy, with Caution.” Starring Ha Junghoon & Ryu Seil in lead roles. Premieres on 30th September.

Synopsis–

Jang Gi U is a 32-year-old temporary high school teacher. Four years ago, he became the subject of an inappropriate rumor involving a student. As a result, he never took the teacher certification examination and has instead spent the years moving from one contract teaching position to another.

Raised in a single-mother household, he grew up constantly hearing that he had to be someone with “no flaws in the eyes of others.” He lives as a person who appears flawless, but his life feels dull and unremarkable. At least, that is what everyone says.

(Source: Korean = filmmakers.co.kr || Translation = MyDramaList)

Oops! Mysterious Sounds

Official poster & teaser released for the upcoming romance “Oops! Mysterious Sounds.” Adapted from the web novel “Mysterious Sounds” (สืบจากเสียง Mysterious Sounds) by Karnsaii, the show stars PK Patarachai & Namna Thanthai in lead roles. Premieres on 18th September.

Synopsis–

A second-hand pair of earphones connects two rivals to the world of the dead.

When their idol friend dies under mysterious circumstances, what starts as enemies forced to “fake date,” turns into an undeniable bond…as they become reluctant partners in a murder investigation, before the killer silences them as the next victims.

The deeper they dig, the closer they get to death—and to each other…until they can no longer tell which is louder: the “voice of the dead,” or the “sound of their racing hearts.”

(Source: The Dot House, WE DO and WOODY YouTube)

Official Teaser-

Double Shuffle

Fresh stills released for the upcoming Taiwanese romance “Double Shuffle.” Adapted from the web novel “Double Shuffle” (心機) by Lin Pei Yu (林珮瑜), the show stars An Jun Peng & Lin Chia Wei in lead roles.

Synopsis–

Fan Chiang Jui Chen, heir to a powerful family, becomes ruthless amid deadly power struggles. His only weakness is his love for his seventh uncle, Fan Wei Hsia. Their bond ends in tragedy when Jui Chen dies saving Wei Hsi, who is later murdered seeking revenge. Fate sends Wei Hsi back to his youth with memories of their past life. Determined to change their destiny, he protects Jui Chen, only to find him colder than before. When an accident restores Jui Chen’s memories, they must confront old wounds and decide whether love can overcome fate.

(Source: kff.tw)

Till I See You

The upcoming Chinese BL “Till I See You” will premiere on Gagaoolala, starting 10th September. Starring Wang Chenrui & Sun Xiaoxiao in lead roles.

Synopsis–

Song Yi, a wealthy young man raised in Japan, travels to Northern China in search of answers about his father’s past and unexpectedly becomes Xu Fei Yu’s temporary caregiver. Recovering from eye surgery with his eyes still covered in bandages, Fei Yu slowly lowers his guard under Song Yi’s domineering yet tender care. Before they can truly “see” each other, they have already fallen in love. But just as Fei Yu is about to regain his sight, a devastating secret comes to light, forcing Song Yi to disappear without a word. Five years later, fate brings them together again. Can their unforgettable love finally be made whole?

(Source: GagaOOLala Instagram)

When It Rains, It Pours Season 2: Mellow Rain

Official posters released for the upcoming sequel “When It Rains, It Pours Season 2: Mellow Rain.” Adapted from the novel “Futtara Doshaburi” (ふったらどしゃぶり) by Ichiho Michi (一穂ミチ), the show stars Muto Jun & Ito Asahi in lead roles. Premieres on 4th November.

Synopsis–

A mistakenly sent email led Hagiwara Kazuaki and Nakarai Sei to confide in each other about their “sexual concerns.” After impulsively sleeping together, the two went through breakups with their respective partners before finally confirming their feelings for one another.

Four months have passed since then. Kazuaki returns from his temporary assignment in Osaka and visits Sei at his new apartment, where he has begun living on his own. At last, the two come together as a couple.

Meals shared at the same table, casual conversations—their everyday life is precious, yet somehow marked by moments when they fail to connect. Amid it all, Kazuaki’s lingering feelings for his former lover, Sei’s growing bouts of jealousy, their relationships with their respective families, and memories of the past quietly begin to unsettle both of their hearts.

Having skipped over the usual “order of falling in love,” the two gradually begin to weave together “a form of love that belongs to them alone.”

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

Third Person The Series

Official trailer released for the upcoming sapphic romance “Third Person The Series.” Adapted from the web novel “Third Person” (Third Person ถ้อยรัก…คำลวง) by SIIX, the show stars Garn Nuttacha & Mimie Bhapat in lead roles. Premieres on 12th September.

Synopsis–

Chris, a young woman suffering from amnesia, is recovering and living with her loving partner, Nadia, after an accident four years ago. Everything seems to be going well, but then the arrival of a strange woman named Sun begins to shake Chris’s beliefs.

(Source: Thai = Meb || Translation = Google Translate)

Not Yours The Series

First teaser released for the upcoming romance “Not Your The Series.” Adapted from the web novel “Not Yours” (Not Yours เมื่อผมไม่ใช่) by BamBam (แบมแบม), the show stars Ross Chen, Shogun Paramee, Xuan Hao & Jerry Loong in lead roles. Premieres on 26th September.

It’s Strictly Business

Adapted from the manga series “Eigyo desu kara” (営業ですから) by Miyuki Mitsubachi (ミユキ蜜蜂), Uemura Sota & Takahashi Rio will star in the live-action adaptation “It’s Strictly Business.” Set to premiere on 5th November.

Synopsis–

College boy Kiyo has one thing on his mind—girls, girls, girls! But after struggling-bugging for-EVER to get the ladies swooning over his every move, he figures he’s gotta try a new trick. Enter his smolderingly sexy clubmate Issei… a studmuffin who’ll act as the perfect foil for his Mr. Refreshing vibe. However, after being tragically friend-zoned by all the gals as their best gay buddy, he soon realizes he may be in over his head when it looks like Issei intends to turn faux into beau…

(Source: Yen Press)

My Ex-Boyfriend Is An Idol

First Chalongrat will be starring opposite his new onscreen partner, Ohm Sarit in the upcoming romance “My Ex-Boyfriend Is An Idol.” Set to premiere in 2027.

MGI Beyond’s 2027 Projects

MGI Beyond just announced 2 new Thai GL adaptations- “Occult Exorcism” & “Tiger Heart” Both shows are based on novels by author 1Thunwa.

Just Friend: How Long Can We Stay Friends?

Thai GL author Ferrary_ff_fon announces adaptation of her novel “Just Friend: How Long Can We Stay Friends?”

Synopsis–

Wararin and Alischa had been close friends for years, until something happened between them that altered the course of their relationship.

For six years, Wararin buried a past mistake deep within her heart. She tried to put it out of her mind, believing she would never cross paths with Alischa again.

But fate had a twist in store: Wararin’s new boss turned out to be that very friend she had lost touch with. Fate dealt another blow when she discovered that Alischa had no memory of her at all.

Now, Wararin faces a choice: should she try to revive those old memories, or leave the past behind and get to know Alischa all over again—this time, in a way that is far more intimate?

“It isn’t fair at all—that she remembers every detail, while Alischa’s mind holds nothing but a blank void.”

We will be back with more updates, stay tuned!