GagaOOLala, the global LGBTQ+ and Boys’ Love (BL)-focused streamer, announced its latest original Taiwanese-Thai musical BL series, “First Note of Love,” a heartwarming and inspiring story where music becomes the universal language of love, healing, and eventually, the courage to face one’s biggest fears. The announcement was made in a press conference on Aug. 7 in Taipei, Taiwan.
“First Note of Love” is a 12-episode romantic series set to premiere on GagaOOLala and select streamers on Aug. 12, and is the BL debut of Chien Hung Lin, one of Taiwan’s newest and most promising directors. "First Note of Love" (GagaOOLala) “First Note of Love” centers on the story of Neil (Charles Tu), the frontman of the band “Magnet,” who withdraws from the spotlight, upon the tragic death of his brother cum bandmate, leaving his fans, including a young boy named Sea (Michael Chang), devastated.
Six years later, Sea, who is now a reclusive yet talented music whiz, is unexpectedly invited to work with his childhood idol, who remains haunted by his brother’s death and is struggling with anxiety and stage fright. Together, the two embark on a journey of musical healing, rediscovering their passion and dreams and sharing their newfound tune with the world. The series brings together Taiwanese and Thai BL heartthrobs: Taiwan’s Charles Tu (“In My Heart,” “Love Beside Me,” “The Iron Four”), best known for his portrayal of Xiao Li Cheng in the beloved Taiwanese BL s.