House of Stars (Thai: สถาบันปั้นดาว) is a Thai boys' love (BL) television series with drama and mystery elements, aired from 1 May to 17 July 2023. It features an ensemble cast including Rudklao Amratisha, Nutchapan Paramacharenroj (Pepo), Sirapob Pratipnatsir (Leo), and Pornpipat Kunisorn (Boss), among others.[1] Directed by Art Anan Rasamee and produced by Kraipich Tassanasilp (Star Halo Entertainment), the series is a co-production of Star Halo Entertainment with channel One 31 and platform iQIYI.[2]

House of Stars
สถาบันปั้นดาว
Genre
Directed byArt Anan Rasamee (อานันท์ รัศมี)
Starring
  • Rudklao Amratisha
  • Nutchapan Paramacharenroj
  • Sirapob Pratipnatsir
  • Pornpipat Kunisorn
  • Akaravin Nanthipat
  • Tupthep Jiraprasertkon
  • Thatpong Rojsangruang
  • Thanon Apithanawong
  • Ponchanok Theerawan
  • Niranara Insao
  • Nannapas Suzuki
Country of originThailand
Original languageThai
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes12
Production
ProducerKraipich Tassanasilp (ไกรพิชญ์ ทัศนาแสงสูรย์)
Running time45 minutes
Production companies
Original release
Network
Release1 May (2023-05-01) 
17 July 2023 (2023-07-17)

The series aired weekly on Mondays at 23:00 on One 31, with an extended (UNCUT) version released at midnight on iQIYI.[1]

Synopsis

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Suzy (Rudklao Amratisha) is a powerful businesswoman in the Thai entertainment industry. She created "House of Stars" – a mansion where she gathers the most successful artists from her agency, all living under one roof. The house has strict rules: no romantic relationships between colleagues, mandatory curfew, and a prohibition on causing any kind of trouble.

Among the residents are Gun (Pepo), the country's biggest superstar; the popular fan couple Pitch (Leo) and So (Boss); the real-life couple Korn (New) and Mintra (Oaey); and the newcomers Pawin (Double), Wayha (Heng) and Wayu (Namchok). Despite the glamour and cameras, each one carries dark secrets – repressed desires, hidden ambitions, and forbidden relationships.

When a mysterious young man appears at the mansion calling Suzy "mother," buried truths begin to surface. The series explores the dark backstage of the entertainment industry, where no one is completely innocent.[3]

Cast

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Main

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  • Rudklao Amratisha (Rudklao) as Suzy[2]
  • Nutchapan Paramacharenroj (Pepo) as Gun
  • Sirapob Pratipnatsir (Leo) as Pitch
  • Pornpipat Kunisorn (Boss) as So
  • Akaravin Nanthipat (New) as Korn
  • Ponchanok Theerawan (Oaey) as Mintra
  • Tupthep Jiraprasertkon (Double) as Pawin
  • Thatpong Rojsangruang (Heng) as Wayha[4]
  • Thanon Apithanawong (Namchok) as Wayu
  • Niranara Insao (Katang) as Lalit
  • Nannapas Suzuki (Mie) as Host

Recurring

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  • Korn Nattawat Rachatanich (Korn) as Sin[5]

Production

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The series was announced as a partnership between Star Halo Entertainment, One 31, and iQIYI.[6] The press conference ("Sit Down Launch") was held at L'ensemble Studio, one of the filming locations, with the full cast and executives in attendance.[2] Director Art Anan Rasamee led the production. Producer Kraipich Tassanasilp stated that the series aims to show that "no one is completely white or black, but everyone lives in gray areas."[2] The series marked the first BL role for several actors, including Rudklao Amratisha (known for her roles in traditional dramas) and young actors Heng Thatpong and Namchok Thanon.[7]

Release

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The series premiered on 1 May 2023 on One 31 (Mondays at 23:00) and simultaneously on iQIYI (UNCUT version at midnight). The final episode aired on 17 July 2023, totaling 12 episodes of approximately 45 minutes each. iQIYI promoted the series as part of its original catalog, offering Full HD resolution and Dolby Atmos sound for subscribers.[1]

Reception

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The first episodes generated buzz on social media, with the hashtag #HouseOfStars trending in Thailand. The press highlighted Rudklao Amratisha's performance as Suzy, praising her dramatic intensity.[5]

Critics noted that the series stands out for addressing more mature themes such as betrayal, excessive ambition, and the psychological pressures of fame. Episode 8, which reveals the family relationship between Suzy and Host, was considered one of the season's highlights.[8] On iQIYI, the series achieved a rating of 6.9/10 with over 6,900 user ratings.[1]

Accolades

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Listicles

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Listicle appearances for House of Stars
Critic/Publication List Rank Ref.
Sanook Popular Thai BL and GL Series of 2023–2024 Included [9]
TrueID Entertainment 12 BL Series Worth Watching 7 [10]

References

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  1. 1 2 3 4 "House of Stars (2023)". iQIYI. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "รัดเกล้า – ปีโป้ นำทีมนักแสดงเปิดบ้าน House of Stars จัดซิทดาวน์ลันช์สุดเก๋" (in Thai). Workpoint Today. 2023. Archived from the original on 27 May 2026. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  3. "เรื่องย่อ สถาบันปั้นดาว House Of Stars The Series" (in Thai). Kapook. 2023. Archived from the original on 27 May 2026. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  4. "เปิดวาร์ป 'Generation D' 5 สิงห์ DeeHup หลังค่ายเปิดตัวสุดปัง". Kom Chad Luek (in Thai). 14 May 2024. Archived from the original on 14 May 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  5. 1 2 "House of Stars – สถาบันปั้นดาว เปิดฉากสุดเข้มข้น 2 ตอนแรกแซ่บถึงใจ!" (in Thai). Naewna. 15 May 2023. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  6. ""โก้ ธีรศักดิ์" เห่อหลานชายสไตล์โอปป้าหนักมาก ดูแลเองกับมือ ดันเข้าวงการ". Kom Chad Luek (in Thai). 3 October 2022. Archived from the original on 3 October 2022. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  7. "เปิดวาร์ป 5 สิงห์แห่ง Generation D" (in Thai). Kom Chad Luek. 2023. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  8. "House of Stars – สถาบันปั้นดาว EP.8 ธาตุแท้ของคนและปมปริศนาครั้งใหม่" (in Thai). Naewna. 23 June 2023. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  9. "รวมซีรีส์วาย-ยูริไทย 2023-2024 สุดฮอต เขินจนจิกหมอน ไม่ดูไม่ได้แล้ว". Sanook (in Thai). 28 November 2024. Archived from the original on 27 May 2026. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
  10. "12 ซีรีส์วายน่าดู สุดแสนโรแมนติก พระเอกนายเอกงานดีฉ่ำ อัปเดตใหม่ล่าสุด". TrueID Entertainment (in Thai). 23 June 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
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