Shine (TV Series)


Shine 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. It joined the Netflix Thailand catalog on October 31, 2025.
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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.

Cast and characters

  • Nattawin Wattanagitiphat as Trin Suwannaphat
  • Phakphum Romsaithong as Tanwa Chatbodi
  • Yuke Songpaisan as Colonel Krailert Suwannaphat, Trin's uncle
  • Yotsawat Tawapee as Naran Pitayatorn, a journalist
  • Sinjai Plengpanich as Mondira Techasawet, the owner of Gran Paradiso club
  • Pimolrat Pisolyabutr as Dhevi Suwannaphat, Krailert's wife
  • Oabnithi Wiwattanawarang as M.L. Thanakhom, Trin's friend
  • Sutatta Udomsilp 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 as Num, Victor's mother
  • Thanawat Sinawatra as Wut
  • Athens Werapatanakul as Tiva, a student
  • Pawat Akkradetsakul as Narong, a student
  • Patiphan Fueangfunuwat as Sucha, Tanwa's friend
  • Senam Rakphu as Nuch, Victor's sister
  • Gandhi Wasuwitchayagit as Commander Pracha Suttisakol

Guest

  • Lisa Delamar as Claire, Trin's girlfriend
  • Nattasha Bunprachom as Rose
  • Wongwachira Petchkeaw as Asawin
  • Gasab Jumpadib as General Tird
  • Totrakul Jantima 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.

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.