GELBOYS
| GELBOYS | |
|---|---|
| Genre | |
| Written by | Tang Pattaranat Phiboonsawat, Patipol Teekayuwat |
| Directed by | Naruebet Kuno |
| Country of origin | Thailand |
| Original language | Thai |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| Production | |
| Running time | 45 minutes |
| Production company | Looke |
| Original release | |
| Network | |
| Release | 1 January 2025 – present |
GELBOYS is a 2025 Thai Boys' Love romantic drama television series with comedic elements, produced by Looke in partnership with iQIYI and directed by Naruebet Kuno. Starring PJ Mahidol Pibulsonggram, New Chayapak Tunprayoon, Leon Zech and Pide Monthapoom Sumonvarangkul, the series premiered in 2025, airing on One31 and streaming internationally via iQIYI.[1]
Synopsis
Fou4Mod, a high school student, begins hanging out at Siam Square after being invited by Chian, who enjoys doing gel nails. The flirty atmosphere sparks feelings in Fou4Mod, but he soon discovers that Chian also invites Bua, a TikTok influencer, to the same meetups. Feeling left out, Fou4Mod decides to make Chian jealous by getting closer to his best friend, Baabin. The story follows the characters’ romantic dilemmas and jealousy games as it explores youthful relationships set against the urban backdrop of Bangkok.[2]
Cast
Main
- PJ Mahidol Pibulsonggram as Baabin
- New Chayapak Tunprayoon as Fou4Mod
- Leon Zech as Bua
- Pide Monthapoom Sumonvarangkul as Chian
Supporting
- Paper Peerada Namwong as Faifa (100% Battery gang)
- Focus Jirapat Pakkawin as Chuan (100% Battery gang)
- Dee Phordee Satitpunwaycha as Pao (100% Battery gang)
- Fay Chintub Duangkaew as Mai (100% Battery gang)
- Bonus Nutthawut Eamchuen as Moo
- Cream Thananya Thitiworachot as FayeFangKaew (Fou4Mod's sister)
Guest
- Palita Kitiyodom as Chanom (Ep. 1)
- Pin Pariya Terasakulsit as Fou4Mod's mother (Ep. 1–3)
- Yochi Suriyawit Thanomchaisanit as Men (Ep. 2–4)
- Thananat Dorongsawasd as Fou4Mod's father (Ep. 2–3)
- Nutharphob Phobaikoon as Baabin's father (Ep. 4)
- Yipun Natpaphat Klungsuwan as Baabin's mother (Ep. 4)
- Ninew Phetdankaeo as Street interviewer (Ep. 5)
- Jaosua Sarin Suraprasert as Chian's roommate (Ep. 6)
- Gun Ratchanon Ruenpech as himself (Ep. 7)
- Kim Proxie as himself (Ep. 7)
- Chokun Pawaris Srichaichana as himself (Ep. 7)
- Gorn Gorn Wannapairote as himself (Ep. 7)
- Onglee Oscar Wattraserte as himself (Ep. 7)
- Victor Proxie as himself (Ep. 7)
- Patipol Teekayuwat as Faifa's new boyfriend (Ep. 7)
- Jednipat Tassanaananchai as Sing
- Wu Thongchai Wangsiripaisarn as Phat
- Taas Tanyongmas as Korn
Broadcast
The series is broadcast on One31 and streamed internationally on iQIYI.[3] A second season was announced for June 2026.[4]
Reception
On MyDramaList, GELBOYS holds an average rating of 8.5/10 based on more than 6,400 user reviews. On IMDb, the series has a rating of 8.4/10 from 458 users.[5]
The series received coverage from critics and media outlets. Abstractaf described it as a portrayal of youthful dilemmas and “situationships.”[6] Bangkok Post highlighted the rise of actor New Chayapak following the show's success.[7] Kapook emphasized the popularity of the series and its positive reception among viewers.[8] Vogue Thailand reported on the announcement of the second season and noted its relevance in iQIYI's catalog.[9]
Awards
| Award | Year | Category | Nominee/work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mint Awards | 2025 | Breakthrough Cast of the Year | GELBOYS | Won | [10] |
References
- ^ "TrueID – GELBOYS". TrueID (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Kapook – GELBOYS". Kapook (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Vogue Thailand – GELBOYS". Vogue Thailand (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Vogue Thailand – GELBOYS Season 2". Vogue Thailand (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "IMDb – GELBOYS". IMDb. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Abstractaf – GELBOYS review". Abstractaf. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Bangkok Post – New Chayapak and GELBOYS". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Kapook – GELBOYS". Kapook (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Vogue Thailand – GELBOYS Season 2". Vogue Thailand (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-12-02.
- ^ "Thai Update – Winners Mint Awards 2025". Thai Update. Retrieved 2025-12-02.