Shine (TV Series)

Shine
Official poster
ชาย
Genre
Based onOriginal screenplay
Written by
  • Parida Manomaiphibul
  • Panuwat Inthawat
  • Bhanbhassa Dhubthien
Directed by
  • Khamkwan Duangmanee
  • Panuwat Inthawat
  • Krisda Witthayakhajorndet
Starring
  • Nattawin Wattanagitiphat
  • Phakphum Romsaithong
  • Yuke Songpaisan
  • Sinjai Plengpanich
  • Yotsawat Tawapee
Theme music composer
  • Sudkhate Jungcharoen
  • Monton Jira
Country of originThailand
Original languageThai
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes8
Production
ProducerBe On Cloud
Production locationsBangkok, Thailand
Running time68 minutes
Production companyBe On Cloud
Original release
Network
Release2 August (2025-08-02) –
20 September 2025 (2025-09-20)

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 Tanwa, 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]

Cast and characters

  • Yuke Songpaisan (Son) as Colonel Krailert Suwannaphat, Trin's uncle
  • Yotsawat Tawapee (Euro) as Naran Pitayatorn, a journalist
  • Sinjai Plengpanich (Nok) as Mondira Techasawet (Moira), the owner of Gran Paradiso club
  • Pimolrat Pisolyabutr (Kob) as Dhevi Suwannaphat, Krailert's wife
  • Oabnithi Wiwattanawarang as M.L. Thanakhom, Trin's friend
  • Sutatta Udomsilp (Punpun) as Daowadee Wattanapisarn, Naran's girlfriend
  • Peter Deriy as Victor Boonterdtoon Salenko, a biracial student who falls in love with Trin
  • Sataporn Nakwilairoj as Phadoem Chatbodi, Tanwa's father and a businessman
  • Unnop Thongborisut as Veera, Krailert's driver and assistant
  • Thanaporn Wagprayoon (Parn) as Num, Victor's mother
  • Thanawat Sinawatra (Fuaiz) as Wut
  • Athens Werapatanakul (Mio) as Tiva, a student
  • Pawat Akkradetsakul (Bump) as Narong, a student
  • Patiphan Fueangfunuwat (JJ) as Sucha, Tanwa's friend
  • Senam Rakphu as Nuch, Victor's sister
  • Gandhi Wasuwitchayagit as Commander Pracha Suttisakol

Guest

  • Lisa Delamar as Claire (Ep. 1), Trin's girlfriend
  • 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.[5][6]

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.[7][8]

Accolades

Name of award ceremony, year presented, award category, nominee of award, and result of nomination
Award Year Category Nominee/work Result Ref.
Maya TV Awards 2025 Outstanding Couple of the Year Yuke Songpaisan and Yotsawat Tawapee Won [9]
Mchoice & Mint Awards 2025 Breakthrough Cast of the Year Shine Won [10]
Nine Entertain Awards 2026 Drama-Series of the Year Nominated [11]
Actor of the Year Nattawin Wattanagitiphat Nominated
Sanook Top of the Year Awards 2025 Best BL Series Shine Nominated [12]
Most Iconic Couple Nattawin Wattanagitiphat and Phakphum Romsaithong Nominated [13]
Thailand Box Office Awards 2025 Series of the Year (BL) Shine Nominated [14]
Director of the Year (Series) Khamkwan Duangmanee, Panuwat Inthawat and Krisda Witthayakhajorndet Nominated [15]
Couple of the Year (Series) Nattawin Wattanagitiphat and Phakphum Romsaithong Nominated [16]
Original Song in a Series of the Year "Am I in Love" by Slot Machine Nominated [17]
Weibo Gala 2025 Role Model Actor Phakphum Romsaithong Won [18]
Most Outstanding Actor Nattawin Wattanagitiphat Won
Best TV Drama Director Krisda Witthayakhajorndet Won
Y Entertain Awards 2025 Best BL Series of the Year Shine Won [19]
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 [20]
Best Creative Team of the Year Shine Nominated [21]
Y Universe Awards 2025 Best Series Shine Nominated [22]
Best Production Nominated [23]
Best Series Script Nominated [24]
Best Cinematography Nominated [25]
Best Editing Nominated [26]
Best Costume Design Nominated [27]
Best Television Media Reflecting Society Won [28][29]
Best Series Director Khamkwan Duangmanee, Panuwat Inthawat and Krisda Witthayakhajorndet Nominated [30]
Best Supporting Actor/Actress Peter Deriy Nominated [31]
The Best Series OST. "Am I in Love" by Slot Machine Nominated [32]

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