Double Helix (TV series)
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| Chinese | 双程 |
| Literally | Double Helix |
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| Based on | A Round Trip to Love (双程系列) by Lan Lin (蓝淋) |
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| Original language | Mandarin |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 12 |
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| Running time | 30–40 minutes |
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| Release | 8 May – 13 June 2026 |
Double Helix (Chinese: 双程; pinyin: Shuāng Chéng) is a 2026 Chinese-Singaporean television series in the romantic drama and boys' love (BL) genres, starring Ayden Sng (孙政)[1] and Elio Lyu Sitong (吕思瞳). The series is an adaptation of the novel A Round Trip to Love (双程系列) by Chinese author Lan Lin (蓝淋).[2][3]
The series premiered on 8 May 2026, with new episodes released weekly, and ended on 13 June 2026.[4] It is available worldwide (except Japan and South Korea) on GagaOOLala[5][6], Viki[7], YouTube and Viu[8].
Synopsis
The story follows Cheng Yichen (Lyu Sitong), a model student, and Lu Feng (Ayden Sng), a rebellious heir, who fall in love during high school. When a classmate spreads a photo of them together, their relationship is discovered and they are forced apart under pressure from their families and school. Lu Feng is sent abroad, while Yichen has to change schools and rebuild his life alone.[7][5]
Years later, they unexpectedly reunite when Lu Feng becomes Yichen's boss at the company. Although the attraction between them is immediately rekindled, the two once again face family disapproval and tragedies. The series follows their struggle to overcome obstacles and stay together.[9][5]
Cast and characters
Main
Recurring
- Fa Xuange (法宣阁)
- He Jiashu (贺嘉述)
- Li Keyi (李柯熠)
- Yang Kexin (杨可欣)
- Miao Jing'ou (妙静鸥)
- Qiu Ziyi (仇梓屹)
- Long Jiayu (龙嘉誉)
Production
The series is based on the novel A Round Trip to Love (双程系列) by Chinese BL fiction author Lan Lin (蓝淋).[2][9] The novel had previously been adapted into a film in 2016.[2]
Singaporean actor Ayden Sng was cast as Lu Feng, marking his debut in a BL drama and his first leading role in the Chinese market. In April 2026, it was announced that Sng had signed a contract with Chinese agency Mejoy Entertainment to manage his career in the country.[9] Shortly before the premiere, in May 2026, Sng hosted his co-star Lyu Sitong in Singapore, where the two went sightseeing together, generating anticipation among fans.[1] An official trailer for the series was released on the KUKAN Drama Channel on YouTube.[11]
Release
The first two episodes of Double Helix were released on 8 May 2026. The first episode was made available for free on GagaOOLala, while the second required a VIP subscription.[4] The series is also available on Viki, YouTube and Viu
References
- 1 2 "Home-grown actor Ayden Sng takes Chinese co-star Lv Sitong on a tour of Singapore". The Straits Times. 7 May 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- 1 2 3 "孙政主演中国BL网剧《双程》，饰演富家少爷". 8world (in Chinese). 28 April 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- ↑ "Double Helix Chinese BL Series Release Date, Where to Watch and What to Expect". Tonboriday. 7 May 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- 1 2 "Double Helix Episodes 1-2 Release Timings TODAY: When Will The First Ep Drop Online? Where To Stream?". Filmibeat. 8 May 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Double Helix - Watch Online". GagaOOLala. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- 1 2 @gagaoolala (8 May 2026). "First two episodes out tonight at 8PM GMT+8!" (Tweet). Retrieved 10 May 2026 – via X (formerly Twitter).
- 1 2 "Double Helix". Viki. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- ↑ "Ayden Sng stars in China BL drama Double Helix said to release in May". 13 May 2026. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Ayden Sng stars in China BL drama Double Helix said to release in May". AsiaOne. 30 April 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- ↑ "Singapore actor Ayden Sng to star in Chinese boys' love drama Double Helix". The Straits Times. 7 May 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
- ↑ "【双程 Double Helix】开播预告：错位的爱人重逢，爱与恨皆因你｜孙政、吕思瞳、法宣阁、贺嘉述｜耽美 爱情｜KUKAN Drama". KUKAN Drama Channel. 8 May 2026. Retrieved 10 May 2026.
External links
- Double Helix on GagaOOLala
- Double Helix on Viki