GMMTV stars have arrived in Manila ahead of the Star Magic All-Star Games 2026, where nine of Thailand’s popular young actors will face Team Star Magic in a highly anticipated basketball showdown on Sunday, August 23, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

GMMTV stars have arrived in Manila ahead of their much-anticipated appearance at the Star Magic All-Star Games 2026, bringing together some of Thailand’s most popular young actors for a special basketball showdown against Team Star Magic.

The Thai celebrities landed in the Philippines on Saturday, August 22, just a day before they take to the court at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. The game is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, at 1 p.m., as part of a full day celebrating sports, entertainment, and the growing connection between Filipino and Thai fans.

GMMTV is one of Thailand’s leading television production companies and talent agencies. It operates as a subsidiary of the Thai media conglomerate GMM Grammy and The One Enterprise and is widely known for producing popular youth-oriented dramas, music projects, and television series that have gained a strong following across Asia and beyond.

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Representing GMMTV in the highly anticipated basketball match are Neo, known for That Summer and Only Friends; twins AJ and JJ, who appeared in The Gifted and High School Frenemy; Joss, known for Only Friends and My Only Blood; Gawin, who starred in Hide & Sis and That Summer; Ryu of Ossan’s Love and A Dog and a Plane; Aston of 17th Spring; Marc, known for High School Frenemy and Bad Buddy; and Ping and Teshow, both from Match Point.

Their arrival has added even more excitement to an event that has already generated considerable anticipation among Filipino fans of Thai entertainment. The stars are expected to showcase not only their athletic skills but also the camaraderie and lively personalities that have made them popular with audiences throughout the region.

The GMMTV team will face Team Star Magic in what promises to be a spirited basketball battle featuring stars from both the Philippine and Thai entertainment industries. Beyond the competition on the court, the event is expected to give fans an opportunity to see their favorite celebrities come together in a rare crossover between two of Asia’s vibrant entertainment scenes.

The Star Magic All-Star Games 2026 is part of a larger sports-and-entertainment celebration, with the basketball matchup serving as one of the day’s major attractions. The participation of the GMMTV stars has further elevated the event, particularly among Filipino viewers who have closely followed Thai television dramas and their actors.

Fans who want to witness the action can still purchase tickets through SM Tickets at smtickets.com and at SM Tickets outlets. With the Thai stars now in Manila and the much-awaited showdown set for Sunday afternoon, excitement is building for a memorable day of basketball, entertainment, and Filipino-Thai fan culture at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Team GMMTV: 10 Thai Actors Set to Face Team Star Magic in 2026 All-Star Games

Ten popular GMMTV actors from Thailand are in Manila for the much-anticipated Star Magic All-Star Games 2026, where they are set to face Team Star Magic in a historic basketball showdown between Filipino and Thai entertainment stars.

The event is scheduled for August 23, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, with the program beginning at 1 p.m. The basketball matchup between Team GMMTV Thailand and Team Star Magic Shooting Stars is part of this year’s international edition of the annual All-Star Games.

The official Team GMMTV Thailand roster consists of 10 actors, namely AJ, JJ, Neo, Joss, Gawin, Ryu, Aston, Marc, Ping and Teshow. The group arrived in Manila on August 22, a day before the scheduled competition.

Here is the Team GMMTV roster, listed by the official lineup order:

1. AJ Jutamas

AJ is one-half of the well-known Thai acting twins alongside his brother JJ. The two have appeared together in GMMTV productions and are among the familiar faces representing Thailand in the international basketball event.

2. JJ Jutamas

JJ is AJ’s identical twin brother and fellow GMMTV actor. Like AJ, he has built a career through Thai television productions and has frequently worked alongside his twin, making the pair one of the recognizable duos in the GMMTV roster.

3. Neo Trai Nimtawat

Neo is known for his roles in GMMTV productions, including Only Friends and That Summer. His appearance in Only Friends helped further raise his profile among international Thai drama fans, while That Summer added another major project to his acting credits.

4. Joss Way-ar Sangngern

Joss is another established GMMTV actor included in the Thailand lineup. He is known for his work in productions such as Only Friends and My Only Blood, while his athletic build has also made him a natural fit for a basketball-focused event.

5. Gawin Caskey

Gawin Caskey is recognized for both acting and music. His GMMTV work includes Hide & Sis and That Summer, while he has also contributed his singing talents to Thai television soundtracks.

6. Ryu Phudtripart Bhudthanatamporn

Ryu represents one of the younger talents in the Team GMMTV lineup. He has appeared in projects including Ossan’s Love and A Dog and a Plane, helping establish him as one of the rising actors in the company’s current roster.

7. Aston Ratiphat Luengvoraphan

Aston is part of the newer generation of GMMTV performers. He is associated with 17th Spring, a 2026 youth drama that gave him a prominent dramatic role and increased his visibility among viewers.

8. Marc Pahun Jiyacharoen

Marc is a familiar GMMTV face whose acting credits include Bad Buddy and High School Frenemy. His experience in youth-oriented dramas has helped make him one of the recognizable members of the Thai entertainment lineup.

9. Ping Krittanun Aunchananun

Ping is part of the younger GMMTV generation and is associated with the sports-themed drama Match Point. His participation adds another actor with a connection to a sports-centered production to the Team GMMTV roster.

10. Teshow Promsaka Na Sakonnakhon

Teshow completes the 10-member Team GMMTV lineup. He is also associated with Match Point, joining Ping in the cast of the sports-themed drama.

The Team GMMTV Thailand roster was officially announced alongside Team Star Magic’s basketball lineup in July. According to ABS-CBN, the Thai team consists of AJ, JJ, Neo, Joss, Gawin, Ryu, Aston, Marc, Ping and Teshow.

The matchup marks the first time Star Magic’s All-Star Games will feature a Philippine-versus-Thailand basketball showdown. Beyond the main basketball game, the 2026 event also features a junior basketball game and a volleyball competition, making it a larger entertainment and sports showcase than previous editions.

With the arrival of the 10 Thai actors in Manila, attention is now focused on the highly anticipated meeting between Team GMMTV Thailand and Team Star Magic Shooting Stars. The event is being promoted as a celebration of sportsmanship, entertainment and cultural exchange between the Philippines and Thailand.

GMMTV stars arrive in Manila for Star Magic All-Star Games 2026

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