F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers
F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers is a Thai romantic series starring Tontawan Tantivejakul, Vachirawit Chivaaree, Jirawat Sutivanichsak, Metawin Opas-iamkajorn and Hirunkit Changkham. Based on the Japanese manga series Hana Yori Dango by Yoko Kamio. 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.
Synopsis
Gorya is a high school girl who works part-time at a flower shop with her best friend Kaning 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.The school is famous for its notorious seniors F4: Thyme the group's leader, Ren, Kavin, and MJ, four boys who are heirs to the country's richest billionaires. They sparkle with looks, influences and are big bullies. They display aggressive behaviors, giving "Red Cards" to anybody they dislike. Nobody dares to face them. Gorya despises their artificial lifestyle.
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. 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.
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.
Cast and characters
Main
- Tontawan Tantivejakul as Thitara Jundee / Manga character: Tsukushi Makino
- Vachirawit Chivaaree as Akira Paramaanantra / Manga character: Tsukasa Domyoji
- Jirawat Sutivanichsak as Renrawin Aira / Manga character: Rui Hanazawa
- Metawin Opas-iamkajorn as Taemiyaklin Kittiyangkul / Manga character: Sojiro Nishikado
- Hirunkit Changkham as Methas Jarustiwa / Manga character: Akira Mimasaka
Supporting
- Chanikarn Tangkabodee as Kanittha Na Bangpleang / Manga character: Yuki Matsuoka
- Cindy Bishop as Roselyn Paramaanantra / Manga character: Kaede Domyōji
- Maria Poonlertlarp as Tia Aiyawarin Paramaanantra / Manga character: Tsubaki Domyōji
- Yongwaree Anilbol as Renita Asavarattanakul / Manga character: Shizuka Todou
- Niti Chaichitathorn as Gawao / Manga character: Proprietress
- Wachara Pan-iem as Sanchai Jundee / Manga character: Haruo Makino
- Mayurin Pongpudpunth as Busaba Jundee / Manga character: Chieko Makino
- Nattawat Jirochtikul as Glakao Jundee / Manga character: Susumu Makino
- Wanwimol Jaenasavamethee as Vidalha Malakarn / Manga character: Sakurako Sanjo
- Pansa Vosbein as Lalita Empicca / Manga character: Shigeru Okawahara
- Pisamai Vilaisak as Yupin / Manga character: Tama
- Phatchara Tubthong as Jane / Manga character: Yuriko Asai
Guest
- Kanaphan Puitrakul as Phupha Komolpetch / Manga character: Takayuki Kimoto
- Luke Ishikawa Plowden as Dominique Shun / Manga character: Jean P. Mayol
- Chanagun Arpornsutinan as Tesla / Manga character: Nakatsuka
- Kay Lertsittichai as Mahasamut Komolpetch / Manga character: Junpei Oribe
- Ployshompoo Supasap as Aum Natnada Saentaweesuk
- Neen Suwanamas as Mona / Manga character: Sara Hinata
Production
On 15 October 2019, the series was announced. On 16 September 2020, GMMTV officially revealed the cast, with Vachirawit Chivaaree as lead "Thyme", Metawin Opas-iamkajorn as "Kavin", along with debutants Tontawan Tantivejakul, Hirunkit Changkham and Jirawat Sutivanichsak.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. Parbdee Taweesuk's took over the production of the series.
The final official trailer was released on 3 December 2021. The series aired at GMM 25 on 18 December 2021. It streamed internationally through GMMTV's official YouTube channel and on Viu.
Reception
F4 Thailand ranked 1st in "Top Thai Romance Series" to watch online. F4 Thailand was ranked a popular adaptation of the manga Hana Yori Dango in online polls. On 11 December 2021, the making of the series F4 Thailand Begins was showcased, which had around 0.98% viewership. By November 2023, the series had over views on GMMTV's official YouTube channel.Shooting Star Asia tour
Owing to the series international popularity, the Shooting Star Asia concert tour was held across Southeast and East Asia.| Sl No. | Date | Venue | Location | Ref. |
| 1 | 23 July 2022 | Hall 6, Union Mall | Bangkok | |
| 2 | 15 October 2022 | The Kasablanka Hall | Jakarta | |
| 3 | 5 November 2022 | Tropicana Gardens Mall Convention Center | Kuala Lumpur | |
| 4 | 19 November 2022 | World Trade Centre Metro Manila | Manila | |
| 5 | 5 February 2023 | Taipei International Convention Center | Taipei | |
| 6 | 18 February 2023 | Asia World Summit | ||
| 7 | 4 March 2023 | Military Zone 7 Indoor Sports Complex | Hi Chi Minh City | |
| 8 | 11 March 2023 | The Star Theatre | ||
| 9 | 18–19 March 2023 | Pia Arena MM | Yokohama | |
| 10 | 2 April 2023 | Yes24 Live Mall | Seoul | |
| 11 | 7 October 2023 | Union Mall | Bangkok |
Viewership ratings and rankings
- In the table below, represents the lowest ratings and represents the highest ratings in Thailand.