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| Taiwanese BL “Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars” Lands Early Buzz — Here’s How to Watch and Why Fans Are Already Excited. (Credits: Instagram) |
A new Taiwanese BL drama is already quietly making noise across the fandom circuit, and yes, it’s the one adapted from Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars (向流星許願的我們). Premiering on 27 March 2026, this 12-episode fantasy romance is now streaming on iQIYI, Youku, and Viki, giving international viewers multiple ways to jump in without the usual geo-block headaches.
Directed by Ray Jiang, the series leans into a familiar but still irresistible setup: ex-lovers, awkward reunions, and a sprinkle of cosmic intervention. Each episode runs around 30 minutes, making it a dangerously easy binge — the kind where you say “just one more” and suddenly it’s 3am.
The story centres on Xiang Yong, played by Jed Chung, a painfully shy office worker who gets laid off and retreats back to his hometown, hoping to disappear quietly. Instead, he accidentally gets exactly what he wished for — no one recognising him.
Sounds convenient until his own father boots him out like a stranger. Things get even messier when he crosses paths with his high school crush Chen Hao Wei, played by Chu Meng Hsuan, now working at a local B&B.
Add a looming meteor shower and unresolved feelings, and you’ve got a soft fantasy wrapped in emotional chaos.
What makes this one stand out — beyond the title that feels like a poetic dare — is its tone. It’s not trying too hard to be dramatic.
Instead, it plays with light humour, slightly absurd situations, and a warm, almost nostalgic atmosphere. Think less “grand tragic romance” and more “what if your worst timing met your first love again… under falling stars”.
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The supporting cast fills out the world with a mix of quirky and grounded characters, including JN Yu as Li Wan Zhe, Kagami Kota as Hamaguchi Aomi (aka Xiao Hai), and Darren Chiu as Uncle Hua.
Younger versions of the leads are portrayed by Chen Yen Hsv and Max Kuo, while Lee Lee Zen, Tsao Lan, Aiko Fang, and Andy Wu round out the ensemble with roles that add both humour and emotional weight.
For international fans wondering how to watch with English subtitles, iQIYI is currently the most reliable option offering subs, while availability across Youku and Viki may expand depending on region and licensing updates.
In short, if you’re outside Taiwan, iQIYI is your safest bet for now — no need to go hunting across sketchy corners of the internet.
Early reactions online are, predictably, a mixed bag — but in a good way. Some viewers are already obsessed with the chemistry between Jed Chung and Chu Meng Hsuan, calling it “soft but dangerously effective”, while others are side-eyeing the fantasy element like, “are we doing magic now or just emotional damage?”.
Meanwhile, clips from behind-the-scenes content have only fuelled the hype, with fans pointing out how natural the leads look together off-camera — always a strong sign the on-screen dynamic will deliver.
There’s also a noticeable appreciation for the drama’s visuals — bright, cosy, and almost deceptively calm for a story that’s clearly about unresolved feelings and second chances. It’s the kind of series that doesn’t scream for attention but somehow ends up living rent-free in your watchlist anyway.
What to expect going forward? A slow-burn reconnection, a few emotional gut punches disguised as quiet conversations, and just enough fantasy to keep things slightly unpredictable. It’s not reinventing the BL formula, but it’s polishing it nicely — and sometimes that’s exactly what viewers want.
Now the real question is whether this series will stick the landing or join the long list of BL dramas that peak at episode six and then quietly spiral. Either way, fans are already tuning in, dissecting every glance, and yes, preparing edits before the finale even airs.
So, are you watching this one already, or still pretending your watchlist isn’t completely out of control?