At 25:00, in Akasaka (2024)
Shirasaki Yuki, a rookie actor, finally lands an audition and is chosen to star in a BL drama alongside current superstar Hayama Asami, who was also his senior at university. Feeling anxious and troubled before his first major role, Shirasaki is approached by Hayama with the proposal to form a “romantic relationship for the sake of character development” until the filming concludes. Their pseudo-romantic involvement off-screen leads to a moving and beautifully crafted love story exploring the intricacies of relationships within the entertainment industry and among actors.
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Episode 1 - Episode 1
Release Date: 2024-04-18It wasn't easy for Shirasaki to get his new leading role, and his doubt and lack of self-confidence are interfering with his performance.
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Episode 2 - Episode 2
Release Date: 2024-04-25Hayama encourages Shirasaki to be more confident in his work through their secret arrangement and by going on a date together.
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Episode 3 - Episode 3
Release Date: 2024-05-02Hayama goes over to Shirasaki's house after work and soothes his worries with curry and his company.
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Episode 4 - Episode 4
Release Date: 2024-05-09Shirasaki's hard work starts paying off and he starts getting a taste of fame, but he has less chances to spend time with the busy Hayama.
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Episode 5 - Episode 5
Release Date: 2024-05-16Yamase's sudden appearance starts to negatively affect Hayama, and the interactions between Yamase and Shirasaki give Hayama cause for concern.
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Episode 6 - Episode 6
Release Date: 2024-05-23Shirasaki inadvertently hears Hayama say something that leaves him deeply dejected during a meal.
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Episode 7 - Episode 7
Release Date: 2024-05-30Hayama first noticed Shirasaki at a club when he was in college and never thought he would meet him again after so many years.
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Episode 8 - Episode 8
Release Date: 2024-06-06Before the wrapping of the show, Hayama returns to his alma mater to reflect on the past.
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Episode 9 - Episode 9
Release Date: 2024-06-13Shirasaki and Hayama have finally finished filming; does this mean that their relationship is coming to an end?
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Episode 10 - Episode 10
Release Date: 2024-06-20Shirasaki and Hayama are finally able to enjoy being intimate together, but Shirasaki seems to have some misgivings about their relationship.