Astrophile ( ), starring Davika Hoorne (Mai), Vachirawit Chivaaree (Bright) and Jumpol Adulkittiporn (Off), is a light hearted romantic Thai series about a simple girl who reunites with a junior from her university after a long time; initially, she fails to recognise him. Based on an original plot by pseudonymous writer "Duangmaan", selected through a competition, the series is produced by GMMTV and directed by Koo Ekkasit Trakulkasemsuk. On 1 December 2021, it was announced by GMMTV during the "BORDERLESS" event. The series officially premiered on 1 June 2022 on GMM 25.
Plot Nubdao (Davika Hoorne), an influencer and a host for a home shopping program, crosses paths with Kimhan (Vachirawit Chivaaree). He instantly remembers her, however she fails to recognise him. Kim maintains secrecy in order to get closer to her. Kim, due to some family circumstances, moves to his friend Pete's place. Later, he finds out his friends house is around Nub's area. At work, Tankhun (Jumpol Adulkittiporn), Nub's friend and a producer of the show, harbours secret feelings for her. During one of the live shows, Nub faces inappropriate actions from her boss Minjun (Patara Eksangkul). Tan and Jaikaew (Jennie Panhan) try to protect her. This goes viral and the audience takes Nub's behaviour differently. In this phase, Nub receives advice from an anonymous follower via Instagram messages.
Kim and his assistant Poi (Kanaphan Puitrakul) manage to get a creative project, which turns out to be in Nub's show. Kim and Nub start to get closer due to their frequent encounters, and Tan begins to get jealous. Meena, Kim's ex-lover, returns to him for support after being abused by her current partner, which makes Nub uneasy. A new coworker Kewalin (Kapook) is hired and makes things unpleasant for Nub, accusing her for bullying and financial misuse.
Amidst all, Kim hides from Nub that he paints under a pseudonym; she admires his art, unaware of his true self. Without Kim's knowledge, Pete pretends to be this painter in front of Nub's friend Nammon and she falls for him. When the truth comes to light, the situation gets complex. Kim tries to sort things between Nub and him.
Cast and characters Main Davika Hoorne (Mai) as Nubdao Simple girl working in a show to support her family Vachirawit Chivaaree (Bright) as Kimhan Junior from Nub's University who is also an artist Jumpol Adulkittiporn (Off) as Tankhun Producer of Nub's show who has feelings for her
Supporting Patara Eksangkul (Foei) as Minjun Nub's toxic boss who treats her inappropriately Goy Arachaporn Pokinpakorn as Nammon Nub's friend Nachat Janthapan (Nicky) as Pete Kim's friend Jennie Panhan as Jaikaew Nub's colleague from the show Kanaphan Puitrakul (First) as Poi Kim's junior assistant Phatchara Tubthong (Kapook) as Kewalin New host who causes troubles for Nub Bhasidi Petchsutee (Lookjun) as Alice Poi's cousin who has crush on Kim Phromphiriya Thongputtaruk (Papang) as Saimok Nub's elder brother Jirakit Kuariyakul (Toptap) as Pop Saimok's love interest Leo Saussay as Kit New producer of the show Chitsanupong Sakunnanthiphat (Ace) as Net Co-worker of Nub Rachanee Siralert (Pear) as Kim's mother Supranee Jayrinpon (Kai) as Nub's mother Phutharit Prombandal (Wit) as Amnuai Love interest of Nub's mother and has a child, Singto
Guest Pawornwan Verapuchong (Ava) as Meena Kim's ex Yongwaree Anilbol (Fah) as Thankun's neighbor
Soundtracks Opening title "Counting Stars" is sung by Fluke Gawin launched on 31 May 2022 on GMMTV Records. The lyrics are in Thai and English, composed by Kasidej Hongladaromp & James Alyn Wee.
Year Title Artist Channel 2022Counting Stars (นับดาว) Fluke Gawin GMMTV Records Just Say You Love Me (สมัยนี้เค้าไม่แอบรัก) Mook Warranit GMMTV Records
Production Davika wanted to work with Bright, hence her manager contacted GMMTV. Once the deal was finalised, GMMTV organised an original script writing contest and the winning plot by writer "Duangmaan", is made into the series Astrophile. The shooting of the series started in 2022, after its initial announcement in December 2021. On 1 July 2022, the series aired on GMM TV.
International releases Astrophile can be watched on TRUEID, and is available on streaming platform VIU in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Myanmar. It premiered on TV Asahi CS TeleAsa Channel 1, Telasa in Japanese Television, Channel 7 in Myanmar and on GMA in the Philippines. Owing to its increasing popularity and viewer's demand, the series got featured on Vidio equipped with Indonesian subtitles.
Reception In December 2021, the trailer release trended at 2nd in Worldwide, 1st in Thailand, 3rd in Indonesia, 4th in Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines and 10th in Mexico. Each episode started trending after an initial slow pick-up, and was well received by both local and international audience. The chemistry between the main leads Vachirawit Chivaaree and Davika Hoorne, the compelling storyline resonating with the audiences, further boosted the popularity of the series. It has ranked 1st for "Most Romantic Thai Dramas" and 2nd for "Top Thai Romance Series" to watch online. By November 2023, Astrophile series had over views on its official GMMTV YouTube channel and the pilot episode had over 6M views. Astrophile has attracted a niche market, and it continues to acquire attention and acclaims.
Viewership ratings and ranking The represents the lowest viewership ratings and the represents the highest viewership ratings in Thailand.
Episode Original Broadcast DateTitleAverage Audience ShareThailand TrendWorldwide TrendRef.1June 1, 2022We Will See Each Other Again0.088%122June 2, 2022Reflection0.184%283June 8, 2022The Judgment0.098%124June 9, 2022The Distance Between Hearts 145June 15, 2022The Remnant Of Memory0.126%136June 16, 2022The Encounter Of Strangers0.105%197June 22, 2022Parallel Universes0.095%178June 23, 2022The Truth To Face0.069%2459June 30, 2022696 Kilometers 1210July 6, 2022Light Of The North Star0.116%24311July 7, 2022Mid Summer Storm 0.126%24812July 13, 2022The Differences In Feelings0.096%24713July 14, 2022Guardian Angels0.070%54814July 20, 2022Second Chance0.129%1415July 21, 2022Indented Hearts0.155%41516July 27, 2022Parting To Begin Again0.104%34517July 28, 2022Wish You Were Home0.076%54218August 3, 2022Star & Sun0.082%15Average colspan="3" Based on the average audience share per episode.
Awards and nominations Year Award Actor Category Result 2022Asian Academy Creative Award: National Winner 2022Jumpol Adulkittiporn Best Actor in a Supporting Role GQ Men of the Year Awards 2022 (GQ MOTY 2022)Vachirawit ChivaareeActor of the Year 2023 Sanook Awards 2022 Vachirawit Chivaaree Actor of the Year 11th Thailand Social Awards Davika HoorneBest Creator Performance on Social Media Komchadluek Awards 2022 Vachirawit Chivaaree Most Popular Actor 36th Global Arts and Television Huading AwardsDavika HoorneBest Global Teleplay Leading ActressMaya TV Awards 2023Vachirawit Chivaaree Best Male Star of the Year Charming Young Man of the YearSeoul International Drama AwardsVachirawit ChivaareeOutstanding Asian Star - Thailand
References
External links Astrophile at GMMTV official website Official Trailer
Astrophile at TrueID Astrophile at Telasa