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Thai | หัวใจรักสี่ดวงดาว |
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Created by | GMMTV |
Based on | Boys Over Flowers by Yoko Kamio |
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Country of origin | Thailand |
Original language | Thai |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 16 |
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Producer | Nuttapong Mongkolsawas |
Running time | 45-60 minutes |
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Original release | |
Network | GMM 25 |
Release | 18 December 2021 9 April 2022 | –
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F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers (Thai: F4 Thailand : หัวใจรักสี่ดวงดาว Boys Over Flowers; RTGS: Huachai Rak Si Duangdao) is a Thai romantic series starring Tontawan Tantivejakul, Vachirawit Chivaaree,[1] Jirawat Sutivanichsak, Metawin Opas-iamkajorn and Hirunkit Changkham. Based on the Japanese manga series Hana Yori Dango by Yoko Kamio.[2] Directed by Patha Thongpan and produced by GMMTV along with Parbdee Taweesuk, the series was first announced by GMMTV during "New & Next" event on 15 October 2019.
Gorya (Tu) is a high school girl who works part-time at a flower shop with her best friend Kaning (Prim) to help her family's financial condition. Her life is simple and regular, until she passes the entrance exam and receives a scholarship to a prestigious, expensive high school, turning her into the family's only hope out of poverty.[3]
The school is famous for its notorious seniors F4: Thyme (Bright) the group's leader, Ren (Dew), Kavin (Win), and MJ (Nani), four boys who are heirs to the country's richest billionaires. They sparkle with looks, influences and are big bullies.[4] They display aggressive behaviors, giving "Red Cards" to anybody they dislike. Nobody dares to face them. Gorya despises their artificial lifestyle.[5]
Gorya stands up to Thyme's bullying, leaving all the boys in awe. Gorya instantly smites Thyme who romantically pursues her, however she shows no interest because of his first impression. She has a crush on Ren, but Ren likes his childhood love, Mira (Fah). Amidst all chaos, Gorya slowly begins to fall for Thyme because of his character development and kindness. She becomes aware that Thyme's world is different.[6][7]
This is a coming-of-age story of a teenage girl along with four young boys. They together go through obstacles, mistakes, friendship, encouragement, happiness and sadness. Most importantly, they learn about love and sense the real world of adulthood.[8][9]
Name | Character | In Manga | Description |
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Tontawan Tantivejakul (Tu) | Gorya Thitara Jundee | Tsukushi Makino | Gorya is brave and headstrong girl who stands up against the bullies. |
Vachirawit Chivaaree (Bright) | Thyme Akira Paramaanantra | Tsukasa Domyoji | Thyme is an arrogant and short-tempered leader of F4 |
Jirawat Sutivanichsak (Dew) | Ren Renrawin Aira | Rui Hanazawa | Dew is a quiet boy gifted at arts |
Metawin Opas-iamkajorn (Win) | Kavin Taemiyaklin Kittiyangkul | Sojiro Nishikado | The playboy member of F4 |
Hirunkit Changkham (Nani) | MJ Methas Jarustiwa | Akira Mimasaka | The mood-maker member of F4 |
On 15 October 2019, the series was announced.[10][11] On 16 September 2020, GMMTV officially revealed the cast[12] - Vachirawit Chivaaree as lead "Thyme",[13][14] Metawin Opas-iamkajorn as "Kavin", along with debutants Tontawan Tantivejakul, Hirunkit Changkham and Jirawat Sutivanichsak.[15][16]
GMMTV acquired the rights to create the Thai adaptation of Boys Over Flowers. Sataporn Panichraksapong, the managing director, highlighted that the series has positive message and contains social issues that are relevant to the current Thai society.[12] Parbdee Taweesuk's took over the production of the series.[15]
The final official trailer was released on 3 December 2021.[17][10] The series aired at GMM 25 on 18 December 2021.[18] It streamed internationally through GMMTV's official YouTube channel and on Viu.[19]
Song Title | Artist | Ref. |
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Who Am I | Vachirawit Chivaaree (Bright), Jirawat Sutivanichsak (Dew), Metawin Opas-iamkajorn (Win) & Hirunkit Changkham (Nani) | [20] |
Shooting Star | Vachirawit Chivaaree (Bright), Jirawat Sutivanichsak (Dew), Metawin Opas-iamkajorn (Win) & Hirunkit Changkham (Nani) | [21] |
In The Wind | Jirawat Sutivanichsak (Dew) | [22] |
You Mean The World (โลกของฉันคือเธอ) | Gawin Caskey (Fluke) | [23] |
One Last Cry | Violette Wautier | [24] |
Nighttime | Vachirawit Chivaaree (Bright) | [25] |
Best Life | Hirunkit Changkham (Nani) | [26] |
Silhouette (แสงที่ปลายฟ้า) | Metawin Opas-iamkajorn (Win) |
F4 Thailand ranked 1st in "Top Thai Romance Series" to watch online.[27] F4 Thailand is ranked popular adaptation of the manga Hana Yori Dango in online polls.[28] On 11 December 2021, the making of the series F4 Thailand Begins was showcased which had around 0.98% viewership.[29] By November 2024, the series had over 600M views on GMMTV's official YouTube channel.[30]
Owing to the series international popularity, musical concerts "Shooting Star" was held across South-East Asian countries and casts of F4 Thailand had successful stint.[31][32]
Sl No. | Date | Venue | Location | Ref. |
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1 | 23 July 2022 | Hall 6: Union Mall | Bangkok Thailand | [33] |
2 | 15 October 2022 | The Kasablanka Hall | Jakarta Indonesia | [34] |
3 | 5 November 2022 | Tropicana Gardens Mall Convention Center | Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | [35] |
4 | 19 November 2022 | World Trade Centre Metro Manila | Manila Philippines | [36] |
5 | 5 February 2023 | Taipei International Convention Center | Taipei Taiwan | [37] |
6 | 18 February 2023 | Asia World Summit | Hong Kong | [38] |
7 | 4 March 2023 | Military Zone 7 Indoor Sports Complex | Hi Chi Minh City Vietnam | [39] |
8 | 11 March 2023 | The Star Theatre | Singapore | [40] |
9 | 18-19 March 2023 | Pia Arena MM | Yokohama Japan | [41] |
10 | 2 April 2023 | Yes24 Live Mall | Seoul South Korea | [42] |
11 | 7 October 2023 | Union Mall | Bangkok Thailand | [43] |
Episode | Original broadcast date | Title | Average audience share | Thailand Trend | Worldwide Trend | Ref. |
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1 | 18 December 2021 | The Footprint of Meteor | 0.276% | 1 | 4 | [44] |
2 | 25 December 2021 | The Second Impact | 0.404% | 1 | 4 | [45] |
3 | 8 January 2022 | The Paper Plane | 0.440% | 1 | 2 | [46] |
4 | 15 January 2022 | The Broken Door | 0.558% | 1 | 9 | [47] |
5 | 22 January 2022 | The Glass Mask | 0.431% | 1 | 8 | [48] |
6 | 29 January 2022 | The Tulip Mania | 0.494% | 1 | 2 | [49] |
7 | 5 February 2022 | The Four Flowers | 0.334% | 1 | 5 | [50] |
8 | 12 February 2022 | The Present Perfect | 0.473% | 1 | 11 | [51] |
9 | 19 February 2022 | The Incident of 1% | 0.456% | 1 | 3 | [52] |
10 | 26 February 2022 | The Time Machine | 0.670% | 1 | 9 | [53] |
11 | 5 March 2022 | The Atonement | 0.662% | 1 | 2 | [54] |
12 | 12 March 2022 | The Scripted Relationship | 0.385% | 1 | 5 | [55] |
13 | 19 March 2022 | The Rooftop of Tomorrow | 0.443% | 1 | 5 | [56] |
14 | 26 March 2022 | The Chessboard | 0.248% | 1 | 8 | [57] |
15 | 2 April 2022 | The Neverland | 0.295% | 1 | 14 | [58] |
16 | 9 April 2022 | The Meteor Shower | 0.489% | 1 | 2 | [59] |
Average 1 | 0.441% | — |
Year | Award | Category | Actor | Result | Ref. |
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2022 | Thailand Zocial Award 2022 | Best Entertainment Performance on Social Media: Actor Category | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Won | [60] |
Siamrath Online Award 2022 | Popular Actor | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Won | ||
Kazz Awards 2022 | Popular Male Teenager | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Won | [61] | |
Best Scene (Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree & Tontawan Tantivejakul) |
Nominated | ||||
The 3rd Mani Mekhala Awards (2022) | The Most Public Popular Male Celebrity Award | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Won | [62] | |
Charismatic Superstar Award | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Won | |||
Outstanding Female Rising Star | Tu Tontawan Tantivejakul | Won | |||
Outstanding Male Rising Star | Dew Jirawat Sutivanichsak | Won | |||
Outstanding Supporting Actor | Metawin Opas-iamkajorn | Won | |||
ContentAsia Awards | Best Original Song: For Movie or An Asian TV Program |
"Night Time" – Vachirawit Chivaaree (Ost.) | Nominated | [63] | |
"Who Am I" (Ost.) | Nominated | ||||
27th Asian Television Awards (ATA) | Best Theme Song | "Who Am I" (Ost.) | Nominated | [64] | |
Best Adaptation of an Existing Format | F4: Thailand | Won | [65] | ||
Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Prim Chanikarn Tangkabodee | Won | [66] | ||
Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA) 2022: National Winners | Best Theme Song or Title Theme | "Who Am I" (Ost.) Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree, Dew Jirawat Sutivanichsak, Win Metawin Opas-iamkajorn & Nani Hirunkit Changkham |
Won | [67] | |
Outstanding Supporting Actor | Win Metawin Opas-iamkajorn | Won | [68] | ||
Best Cinematography | Pramett Chankrasae, Wongwattana Chunhavuttiyanon, Chaiyapreuk Chalermpornpanit | Won | [69] | ||
Best Editing | Teeraphat Charoenphakdee, Putthipath Akharacharoenhiran, Krich Towiwat | Won | [70] | ||
Best Actress | Tu Tontawan Tantivejakul | Nominated | |||
Best Director | Patha Thongpan | Won | |||
Mint Award 2022 | Series of 2022 | F4: Thailand | Won | [71] | |
GQ Men of the Year Awards 2022 (GQ MOTY 2022) | Actor of the Year | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Won | [72] | |
Actress of the Year | Tu Tontawan Tantivejakul | Won | [73] | ||
2023 | Sanook Awards 2022 | Actor of the Year | Bright Vachirawit Chivaaree | Nominated | |
Daradaily Awards 2022 | Best Actor | Won | [74] | ||
Pantip Television Awards 2022 | Best Photography | Lee Thaweesuk | Won | ||
Maya TV Awards 2023 | Female Rising Star of the Year | Prim Chanikarn Tangkabodee | Nominated | [75] | |
14th Nataraja Awards | Best Cast Ensemble | F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers | Nominated | [76] |