these are either my favorite BL Dramas or BL Dramas I want to watch!

BL Dramas

In a series of three separate stories, love has a funny way of making itself known: "My Hero" features a woman's spirit that inhabits young man Gu Si Ren's (Jiang Yun Lin) body, giving her one week to reconnect with her former lover Mai Ying Xiong (Aaron Lai). "Stay Away From Me" follows a friend's attempts to spark romance between superstar Cheng Ching (Duke Wu) and his new stepbrother Feng He (Edison Song). "Obsessed" centers on reincarnated young man Shao Yi Chen (Teddy Ren) struggling not to fall for Jiang Jing Teng (Bernard He) again in his new life. Each story presents an unconventional narrative about love, connection, and destiny. This 2017 Taiwanese web drama series offers three distinct perspectives on love's unpredictable nature.

HIStory 1

Yeon Woo (Yoo Jun) is a “mono,” meaning he has neurological blindness that causes him to see the world only in gray. But when he meets his opposite – the “probe” Yoo Han (Hur Hyun Jun) – he is surprised to see sudden bursts of intense color. Worried that being around Yoo Han will cause him to become obsessed with him, Yeon Woo tries to avoid this handsome young man. But a strange force seems to be bringing Yoo Han and Yeon Woo together. As they struggle with their emotions, Yeon Woo’s aunt Yi Rang (Yeon Min Ji) searches desperately for the sister who went missing years ago. Joining his aunt on her quest, Yeon Woo recruits Yoo Han’s help and together they search for his mother. Will they find love amid this whirlwind of color and emotion? Based on the web novel of the same name by Se Sang, “Color Rush” is a 2020 BL mystery romance web drama produced by Story Wiz and Conversion TV.

Color Rush

The Rainbow Team

Tencent

In a realm dominated by the formidable Wen clan, Wei Wu Xian (Xiao Zhan) forms an unexpected bond with the righteous Lan Wang Ji (Wang Yi Bo). Their discovery of the Wen clan chief's sinister plot leads them to challenge his schemes, but their efforts result in Wei Wu Xian’s mysterious disappearance, leaving their world in turmoil. Sixteen years later, Wei Wu Xian returns to a land plagued by mysterious murders and rekindles his alliance with Lan Wang Ji. Together, they must unravel the dark conspiracy behind the killings and confront the shadowy figure orchestrating the chaos. Can they solve the mystery and restore peace, or will the dangers of the past resurface to thwart their quest? This 2019 Chinese drama, based on the hit novel Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, was directed by Steve Cheng and Chan Ka Lam.

The Untamed

Han Tae Joo (Han Gi Chan), heir to a powerful business family, can hardly catch a break from his oppressive parents – to the point that his close friend, Gang Gook (Jang Eui Soo), serves as his unofficial bodyguard. But as their high school days unfold, they begin questioning whether their bond goes beyond friendship. When a new student, Hye Mi (Choi Gyu Ri), shows interest in Gang Gook, tension mounts between the two boys. Will this spark Tae Joo and Gang Gook to confront their feelings, or will it push them apart for good? This 2020 South Korean BL series was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

Where Your Eyes Linger

W-STORY Co.Ltd

Han Tae Joo (Han Gi Chan), the sole heir of TB Group, lives under strict parental surveillance with his childhood friend Gang Gook (Jang Eui Soo), who serves as his unofficial bodyguard. When Hye Mi (Choi Gyu Ri) transfers to their high school and goes on a date with Gang Gook, it triggers unexpected romantic tension between the two young men. As their friendship evolves, Tae Joo and Gang Gook begin to explore the deeper emotions simmering beneath their long-standing relationship. Will they risk their friendship to pursue their true feelings? "Where Your Eyes Linger" is a 2020 Viki Original South Korean movie that was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

Where Your Eyes Linger (Movie)

My Lovely Fate ✨

Rakuten TV

Highschooler Ito (Shirasu Jin), a serious 17-year-old, feels unfulfilled and often challenges himself by walking along a road's white line. During one of these moments, he encounters Nishi (Raiku), a friendly and naïve fellow student. Instantly drawn to Nishi's uncomplicated nature, Ito finds himself falling in love. Their relationship blossoms as they meet while returning home from school, and a passionate kiss reveals their mutual feelings. The drama follows their journey from late childhood into adulthood, exploring the challenges that test their young love. Based on a hit 2017 manga, "Life~ Love on the Line" is a 2020 Japanese drama series directed by Ninomiya Takashi.

Life~Love on the Line

💞 Strings of Fate 💞 Team

LINE TV

After a deadly shooting leaves a police officer and a crime boss dead, Meng Shao Fei (Jake Hsu) spends four years tracking down Tang Yi (Chris Wu), the only survivor and new head of the Hsin-Tien Group. Both men are searching for answers, but Tang Yi seems intent on exacting his own form of justice, harboring a dark secret that complicates his motives. Locked in a dangerous game of wits, Tang Yi and Shao Fei are kidnapped together, forcing them to team up to escape while blurring the lines between loyalty, desire, and revenge. Will their deadly dance lead to the truth—or to destruction? This 2019 Taiwanese drama, written by Lin Pei Yu and directed by Li Ching Jung, is the third installment in the “HIStory” series.

HIStory 3: Trapped

High school students Xiang Hao Ting (Song Wei En) and Yu Xi Gu (Huang Juan Zhi) are polar opposites: Hao Ting is a rebellious extrovert, while Xi Gu is a reserved bookworm. When Hao Ting’s girlfriend takes an unexpected interest in Xi Gu, it puts the quiet student directly in Hao Ting’s crosshairs. Initially driven by jealousy and rivalry, Hao Ting’s confrontations with Xi Gu reveal deeper layers of their personalities. As Hao Ting’s troubled past and Xi Gu’s painful loss come to light, their animosity gradually transforms into an unexpected bond. Through clashes and shared vulnerabilities, the power of love and understanding might just bring these unlikely souls together before their high school days end. This 2019 Taiwanese BL drama, part of the third installment of the “HIStory” series, was directed by Tsai Mi Chieh.

HIStory 3: Make Our Days Count

BL Lovers Team

Actor Kang Seo Joon (Son Woo Hyeon) was once one of South Korea’s brightest and most popular stars. But his career appears set to take a fatal nosedive following his latest scandal, and he now fears that he may have hit rock bottom. His talent agency wants to help him evade news reporters who are trying to track him down, so the agency’s CEO arranges for him to move in with the dashing and talented young chef Han Ji Woo (Kim Kang Min). Ji Woo and Seo Joon have wildly different personalities, but they both feel the pull of attraction and begin to work together on projects that pool their respective talents. Could a romantic relationship follow, or will their differences prove irreconcilable? This 2020 South Korean BL drama series was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

To My Star

To My Star Team

Song Shi On (Choo Young Woo), a 22-year-old contemporary dance student, is disowned by his family for pursuing his artistic dreams. He moves into a rooftop apartment with Jin Hong Seok (Won Hyung Hoon), a 28-year-old debt collector working for the ambitious CEO Cha (Lee Su Ryeon). As they spend time together, Hong Seok begins to question his unfulfilling career path, and the two develop a close romantic connection. However, their budding relationship faces challenges from social pressures, CEO Cha's romantic interest in Hong Seok, and the advances of senior student Jung Hoon (LEX).

You Make Me Dance

🩰 Dancing Hearts 🎹 

College freshman Seo Hae Won (Cha Woo Min) moves into a guesthouse above Florida Banjeom, a popular Chinese restaurant. Despite being recommended for a part-time job by Cha Ji Soo (Moon Kang Hyuk), Hae Won finds himself at odds with the restaurant's owner and head chef, Baek Eun Gyu (Yoo Hwan), who seems to instantly dislike him. Working alongside colleagues Ha Jin (Zeze) and Joo Seo Hyeok (Jun), Hae Won quickly adapts to the restaurant environment and attracts attention from patrons. As he becomes more comfortable, he unexpectedly develops feelings for his cold-hearted boss, Eun Gyu. The story explores whether Hae Won can overcome the initial tension and win Eun Gyu's heart. This is a 2021 Viki Original romantic drama directed by Yang Kyeong Hui.

The Tasty Florida

🍣 S(e)oul Food Lovers Team 🍣

Yoon Do Geon (Lee Chan Hyung), a culinary creative genius, leads Laura Dining to the top of South Korea's restaurant scene, but tensions rise with the restaurant owner over menu direction. When Choi Jeong Woo (Jang Eui Soo), a talented chef known for copying recipes, joins the kitchen, their initial rivalry gradually transforms into an unexpected romantic connection. As they navigate professional challenges and personal dynamics, Do Geon and Jeong Woo must decide whether their competitive spirit can evolve into something more intimate.

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