Shine (TV Series)
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| ชาย | |
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| Based on | Original screenplay |
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| Country of origin | Thailand |
| Original language | Thai |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 8 |
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| Producer | Be On Cloud |
| Production locations | Bangkok, Thailand |
| Running time | 68 minutes |
| Production company | Be On Cloud |
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| Release | 2 August – 20 September 2025 |
Shine (Thai: ชาย) is a 2025 Thai romantic historical drama television series produced by Be On Cloud and distributed by WeTV. The series aired weekly on Saturdays from August 2 to September 20, 2025, and was also broadcast on Channel 7.[1] It joined the Netflix Thailand catalog on October 31, 2025.[2][3]
Synopsis
Set in Thailand between 1969 and 1971, Shine explores the intersection of personal freedom and political unrest. Trin, a disciplined economist, returns from abroad with idealistic visions for reform. His worldview is challenged when he meets Thanwa, a carefree hippie whose unconventional lifestyle masks deeper emotional scars. Their relationship becomes more complex with the arrival of Moira, a flamboyant widow who defies societal norms. Together, they navigate a turbulent era marked by student protests, shifting ideologies, and forbidden love.[4][5]
Cast and characters
Main
- Nattawin Wattanagitiphat (Apo) as Trin Suwannaphat
- Phakphum Romsaithong (Mile) as Tanwa Chatbodi
Supporting
- Yuke Songpaisan (Son) as Krailert Suwannaphat
- Yotsawat Tawapee (Euro) as Naran Pitayatorn
- Sinjai Plengpanich (Nok) as Mondira Techasawet (Moira)
- Pimolrat Pisolyabutr (Kob) as Dhevi Suwannaphat
- Oabnithi Wiwattanawarang as M.L. Thanakhom
- Sutatta Udomsilp (Punpun as Daowadee Wattanapisarn
- Peter Deriy as Victor Boonterdtoon
- Sataporn Nakwilairoj as Phadoem
- Unnop Thongborisut as Veera
- Thanaporn Wagprayoon (Parn) as Num
- Thanawat Sinawatra (Fuaiz) as Wut
- Athens Werapatanakul (Mio) as Tiva
- Pawat Akkradetsakul (Bump) as Narong
- Patiphan Fueangfunuwat (JJ) as Sucha
- Senam Rakphu as Nuch
- Gandhi Wasuwitchayagit as Pracha
Guest
- Lisa Delamar as Claire (Ep. 1)
- Nattasha Bunprachom (Yoghurt) as Rose
- Wongwachira Petchkeaw (Care) as Asawin
- Gasab Jumpadib as General Tird
- Totrakul Jantima (Pom) as Director General of PR Dept.
Production
The series was directed by Jean Khamkwan Duangmanee and Den Panuwat Inthawat, with cinematography by Teerawat Rujintham and production design by Tum Pawas Sawatchaiyamet. Music was composed by Aek Sudkhate Jungcharoen and Jay Monton Jira.[6][7]
Reception
Shine received critical acclaim for its storytelling, performances, and historical depth. Reviewers praised the chemistry between the leads and the series' nuanced portrayal of political and emotional conflict.[8][9]
Accolades
| Award | Year | Category | Nominee/work | Result | Ref. |
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| Maya TV Awards | 2025 | Outstanding Couple of the Year | Yuke Songpaisan and Yotsawat Tawapee | Won | [10] |
| Mchoice & Mint Awards | 2025 | Breakthrough Cast of the Year | Shine | Won | [11] |
| Sanook Top of the Year Awards | 2025 | Best BL Series | Pending | [12] | |
| Most Iconic Couple | Nattawin Wattanagitiphat and Phakphum Romsaithong | Pending | [13] | ||
| Thailand Box Office Awards | 2025 | Series of the Year (BL) | Shine | Pending | [14] |
| Director of the Year (Series) | Khamkwan Duangmanee, Panuwat Inthawat and Krisda Witthayakhajorndet | Pending | [15] | ||
| Couple of the Year (Series) | Nattawin Wattanagitiphat and Phakphum Romsaithong | Pending | [16] | ||
| Original Song in a Series of the Year | "Am I in Love" by Slot Machine | Pending | [17] | ||
| Weibo Gala | 2025 | Role Model Actor | Phakphum Romsaithong | Won | [18] |
| Most Outstanding Actor | Nattawin Wattanagitiphat | Won | |||
| Best TV Drama Director | Krisda Witthayakhajorndet | Won | |||
| YUniverse Awards | 2025 | The Best Series OST. | "Am I in Love" by Slot Machine | Pending | [19] |
| Y Entertain Awards | 2025 | Best BL Series of the Year | Shine | Won | [20] |
| Leading Boys' Love Star of the Year | Phakphum Romsaithong | Won | |||
| Best Series OST of the Year | "Am I in Love" by Slot Machine | Won | |||
| Best Y Series Director of the Year | Khamkwan Duangmanee, Panuwat Inthawat and Krisda Witthayakhajorndet | Nominated | [21] | ||
| Best Creative Team of the Year | Shine | Nominated | [22] |
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- ^ ""Shine" e o retrato da liberdade em tempos de repressão". GQ Thailand (in Thai). 2025-08-10. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ^ "Vogue Thailand entrevista equipe criativa de "Shine"". Vogue Thailand (in Thai). 2025-08-05. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
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- ^ "ชวนโหวตให้คนดังที่คุณชื่นชอบในสาขา คู่ไอคอนที่สุดแห่งปี" (in Thai). Archived from the original on 2025-12-20. Retrieved 2025-12-20.
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- ^ "Soft Power ของไทย! ซีรี่ส์ Shine คว้า 3 รางวัลใหญ่จาก Weibo Gala 2025". 2025-08-18. Retrieved 2025-10-13.
- ^ "โหวต Yuniverse Awards 2025 – The Best Series OST". Archived from the original on 2025-12-11. Retrieved 2025-12-11.
- ^ admin (2025-09-24). "Here Are The Winners From the Y Entertain Awards 2025". Thai Update. Retrieved 2025-10-13.
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- ^ Yriety Official [@Yriety] (2025-09-04). "Nominees for Best Creative Team of the Year (ผู้เข้าชิงรางวัลสาขาทีมสร้างสรรค์แห่งปี)" (Tweet) (in Thai). Archived from the original on 2025-09-08. Retrieved 2025-09-08 – via Twitter.