The new Taiwanese BL drama Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars has been winning hearts since its March 26 premiere. The fantasy healing series brings together four young actors known as the “Meteor Four” – Jed Chung, Meng-Hsuan Chu, JN Yu, and Kouta Kagami. With 12 episodes planned, viewers are eager to know exactly when new episodes arrive each week.
The show follows Xiang Yong (Jed Chung), an office worker who loses his job in Taipei and returns to his hometown on a small island. Things get complicated when he finds out the new worker at a local bed and breakfast is his old high school crush Hao Wei (Meng-Hsuan Chu). The story mixes real life problems with fantasy elements, creating something fresh for BL fans around the world.
Today’s date is May 4, 2026. All release information is accurate as of this date.
Complete Episode Release Calendar for Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars
The drama drops one new episode every Thursday. The schedule follows a steady weekly pattern that started with a double-episode premiere on March 26.
- Episode 1 – March 26, 2026
- Episode 2 – March 26, 2026
- Episode 3 – April 2, 2026
- Episode 4 – April 9, 2026
- Episode 5 – April 16, 2026
- Episode 6 – April 23, 2026
- Episode 7 – April 30, 2026
- Episode 8 – May 7, 2026
- Episode 9 – May 14, 2026
- Episode 10 – May 21, 2026
- Episode 11 – May 28, 2026
- Episode 12 – June 4, 2026
As of today, seven episodes are available to stream. Episode 8 arrives on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
The drama is adapted from the award-winning short story “The Correct Way to Watch a Meteor Shower” by Chung Min-Jui, published in 2019. The book’s emotional depth and unique concept caught the attention of producers, leading to this 12-episode adaptation.
Where to Watch Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars Around the World
Global audiences can find the drama on several streaming platforms. The show is available on Rakuten Viki, iQIYI, GagaOOLala, YOUKU, and Heavenly.
For viewers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and India, Rakuten Viki and iQIYI offer the easiest access. GagaOOLala, which focuses on LGBTQ+ content, also carries the series with English subtitles and other language options.
New episodes appear on all platforms simultaneously. Most services require a subscription plan, though some may offer the first few episodes for free as a preview.
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The Cast Bringing the Story to Life
Jed Chung and Meng-Hsuan Chu play the main couple called the “Hao-Yong” pair. This marks their first project together in five years. During a Taipei premiere event on March 26, Chung shared that he drank plum wine before filming some intimate scenes because he felt awkward getting too close to someone he knew well. Chu explained that they worked hard to understand each other’s bodies and movements during a nearly one-minute-long “umbrella kiss” scene.
The second couple, called the “Hai-Zhe” pair, features JN Yu as Li Wan-zhe and Kouta Kagami as Hamaguchi Soumi, a sailor. Kagami went through professional tanning and lost 7 kilograms to get the right look for his rugged islander character. During filming, both actors agreed with the director that visible tongue during kissing scenes was acceptable. Their intense performances left their lips red and swollen after shooting.
Chen Yen-Shu, who came from the talent show “Atom Boy 2,” and newcomer Guo Da-Rui play younger versions of the main characters in high school flashbacks. Fans have praised their fresh, clean-cut school uniform looks.
What Makes This Drama Different
Unlike many BL series that focus only on romance, Wishing Upon the Shooting Stars adds a fantasy twist. The island where the story takes place has a legend – throwing a stone into the sea while making a wish can make it come true. The main character screams at the stars that he wants to stop being himself, and strange things start happening.
The drama combines healing elements with dramatic moments. The director Ray Jiang (also known as Jiang Rui-zhi) wanted to explore themes of identity, self-acceptance and second chances. The oceanic setting gives the show a calm, peaceful feeling that contrasts with the emotional struggles of the characters.
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