Thai drama KinnPorsche (2022) is widely known declared one of the best BL shows in recent years. Thanks to its popularity, the lead actors bagged the brand ambassadorship of Dior Homme Thailand. The show is as sweet as it is viciously dark – murders, betrayal, rivalries, passion, and love reign high in the mafia world that Kinn (played by Mile Phakphum), the leader of a clan, must navigate with his bodyguard, Porsche (played by Apo Nattawin).
With an iQIYI rating of 9.8/10 and IMDb of 8.6/10, the R-rated scenes, a gripping storyline, grey characters and action scenes of the BL show catapulted lead Thai actors Phakphum and Nattawin to international fame. The most surprising factor was that KinnPorsche went all out to showcase the unapologetic desire of its characters. It was explicit in a way that rarely any other Thai BL show had ever been.
After the charm of Mile-Apo’s chemistry took over the Thai BL industry, fans began searching for more BL shows like KinnPorsche. While there cannot be another KinnPorsche, there are some shows that include a similar level of intensity, heat, and a thrilling storyline. Some of these are Thai crime thrillers Never Let Me Go (2022) and Not Me (2021), and the South Korean mini-series Long Time No See (2017).
Note: The majority of the shows listed below are R-rated. Viewer discretion is advised.
6 best shows like KinnPorsche to add to your binge-watch list feat. Never Let Me Go and The Sign
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Long Time No See (2017)
Directed by: Kang Woo
Cast: Tak Woo-suk, Yeon Seung-ho
Episodes: 5
Synopsis: Two men with similar gruesome dark histories meet in the sweetest way and fall for each other. They both try to hide their secrets, but blood and crime don’t stay hidden for long. Will their love stand the test of time?
About the show: As one of the best BL shows like KinnPorsche, this mini-series packs crime, action and steamy scenes. Its lead actor, Tak Woo-suk, has also been a part of successful Korean dramas like Mr. Sunshine (2018) and Search: WWW (2019).
HIStory 3: Trapped (2019)
Directed by: Lee Ching Jung
Cast: Jake Hsu, Chris Wu, Andy Bian, Kenny Chen
Episodes: 20
Synopsis: Police officer Meng Shao Fei (Hsu) is obsessed with Tang Yi (Wu), the successor of a gang leader who was killed years ago alongside Meng’s mentor, a veteran cop. After years, Meng finally catches up to Tang Yi but they get kidnapped together. The duo temporarily join hands to survive in the cold mountains but their anger and resentment slowly fades into affection as they discover their true feelings for each other.
Not Me (2021)
Directed by: Nuchy Anucha Boonyawatana
Cast: Gun Atthaphan, Off Jumpol
Episodes: 14
Synopsis: Black and White (Gun) are twins who get separated in childhood after their parents get divorced. Years later, White visits Thailand and is informed that Black, who’s now a motorcycle gang member, is in a coma. White believes that one of Black’s friends, including Sean (Off), had something to do with the accident and starts impersonating him. However, Sean instantly realises that something is off and cannot get him off of his mind.
About the show: With a similar intensity of action and passion, Not Me is a drama adaptation of the novel NOT ME Dek Thoi Rak Jing by author Saisoo, and makes for the top recommended series in best BL shows like KinnPorsche.
Never Let Me Go (2022)
Directed by: Jojo Tichakorn Phukhaotong
Cast: Pond Naravit, Phuwin Tangsakyuen
Episodes: 12
Synopsis: Nuengdiao (Phuwin) is handed the reins of his powerful family after his father is shot dead right in front of him. Nuengdiao’s mother is scared for their lives and asks one of their most trusted employees to find someone to protect him. In comes Palm, a country boy whose sole responsibility now is to take care of the heir. Being together 24×7, Nuengdiao and Palm become each other’s confidante.
About the show: With its bodyguard-heir relationship, Never Let Me Go is one of the best BL shows like KinnPorsche to add to your to-watch list. A sequel of their story is shown in the anthology series, Our Skyy.
Big Dragon The Series (2022)
Directed by: Mi Puwadon Naosopa
Cast: Mos Panuwat, Bank Mondop
Episodes: 8
Synopsis: Yai (Bank) and Mangkorn (Mos) spend a wild night together at Yai’s pub. After he discovers that Mangkorn recorded their entire night, an exasperated Yai decides to renovate the pub. However, he finds Mangkorn, a fifth-year architecture student, among the newly appointed design team. Their chalk and cheese personality means that they begin as enemies before becoming lovers.
The Sign (2023)
Directed by: A Natthaphong Wongkaweepairod
Cast: Billy Patchanon, Babe Tanatat
Episodes: 12
Synopsis: Since childhood, Tharn (Babe) has had premonitions about people around him and has always been saved by a guy whenever he was close to dying. As a member of a special investigators team, he meets Phaya (Billy) and instantly feels a special connection. As he tries to discover the meaning behind his dreams, he starts to believe in the power of reincarnation after spending more time with Phaya.
About the show: The Sign, adapted from the romantic thriller novel Premonition (aka The Sign) by I Rain Yia, comes pretty close to being one of the best shows like KinnPorsche.
(Hero and featured image credit: IMDb)
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