With the release of a few GL series, the entertainment industry has gained much popularity in this genre in recent years. GL dramas frequently explore complicated themes of identity, self-discovery, and cultural standards, giving viewers a fresh look at love and relationships.
Fans of this genre eagerly await the release of new GL dramas. It will be exciting to see what original and innovative stories and characters emerge in the future.
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Here is a list of the top popular ongoing and upcoming GL television series set to premiere in 2023. This helps you find where to watch them and get more information.
Note: The list will be updated as soon as more information is released.
1. “Show Me Love”
Show Me Love (2023) is a Thai romance television GL series written and directed by Thanamin Wongskulphat.
Summary: Meena, a small-town girl, relocates to Bangkok to pursue her goals. She meets Cherlyn, who invites her to join an agency and compete in the Miss Grand beauty contest. Meena initially declines since she is uninterested. But she agrees after receiving a substantial monthly salary throughout the tournament. Meena’s quest for the throne begins, and an unexpected romance with Cherlyn blossoms.
Release Date: 28 February 2023
Country: Thailand
Network: GrandTV
2. “23.5”
23.5 (also known as 23.5 Degree the World Incline, 23point5) is an upcoming Thai romance television drama series directed by Kanittha Kwunyoo and based on a novel of the same name.
Summary: Ongsa, who has always been a loner, falls in love with the more popular Sun at first sight. She chooses to approach her under the alias “Earth” because she is afraid of being rejected. Will Ongsa reveal herself to Sun as he becomes increasingly interested in who Earth is and begins to fall for her?
Release Date: TBA, 2023
Country: Thailand
Network: GMM 25
3. “Reverse 4 You”
Reverse 4 You is an upcoming Thai romance television GL series directed by Oat Vatanyu Ingkavivat and based on Zezeho’s novel of the same name.
Summary: Jattawa appears to be an average law student, yet she can manipulate time. Vivi, her younger sister, has the power to look into the future. Yet lately, Vivi’s visions need to be corrected. As a result, she quickly dismisses her most recent forecast that P’Four, her university senior with a poor reputation, will be her future lover.
Release Date: TBA
Country: Thailand
Network: TBA
4. “Girllove Girlfriend” (Nilundon’s Spinoff)
Girllove Girlfriend (also known as Girl Love Girlfriend) is a new Thai romance television TV series. The series is currently in production. Therefore it could be released in 2023.
Summary: TBA
Release Date: TBA
Country: Thailand
Network: TBA
5. “I Just Slept”
Summary: “I Just Slept” is a Korean web drama about a college student who works in a cafe and is the director of a publishing company. The drama follows the student as she navigates through work and life.
Release Date: TBA [This may be cancelled, but we can always hope for the best.]
Country: South Korea
Network: TBA
6. Be Mine: Be My Baby
Summary: This series concerns Jao-J, a 19-year-old intern at Sitang’s firm, and her 28-year-old supervisor. Jao-J falls in love and attempts to cure Sitang’s trauma while there.
Release Date: TBA
Country: Thailand
Network: TBA
7. “The Last Case”
The Final Case is a new Thai GL mystery television series. The series could debut in 2023, but more information on its release date still needs to be provided.
Summary: TBA
Release Date: TBA
Country: Thailand
Network: TBA
8. “Love in the Rain”
Summary: Sevena is a member of the SKIU dancing and singing group. She comes off as arrogant to people who aren’t close to her. She can be herself under the alias Mei Li in gaming. Events in the gaming world have an impact on her real life. As Sevena returns, she discovers that when it rains, all sounds halt save for one person’s voice.
Release Date: TBA
Country: Thailand
Network: TBA
9. “The Perfect Song”
Summary: Mirin will arrive to recover Iris’s ability to compose love songs.
Release Date: TBA
Country: Thailand
Network: TBA
Bonus – Series of 2024 [Probably – might release before]
1. “Be Mine: More & More” – Thai GL
2. “Step Up” – Thai GL
3. “Irresistible” – Thai GL
4. “Dream” – Thai GL
5. “About Galaxy” – Thai GL
6. “Green of Summer” – South Korean GL
7. “Us” – Thai GL
8. “Partner in Crime” – Thai GL
9. “She Is Still Cute Today” – Chinese GL
10. “Cloudy Stream” – Chinese GL
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