If you're new to the BL genre but itching for more here is a list that will whet your appetite. Starting with bromance and descending into debauchery, this list covers everything from love across lifetimes in 'Until We Meet Again' to love for a lifetime in 'Life-Love on the Line'; from teenage romance in 'Light on Me' to the very grown up sauciness of 'Mood Indigo' . Search for the 'BL' genre and you'll find even more, but these are my favourites.

Viki's Best BLs

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

Tae Kyung (Lee Sae On) has always been a loner, but when he decides he wants to try and make friends, his teacher suggests joining the student council. There, he meets the cold yet composed Shin Woo (Kang You Seok) and the charming, popular President Da On (Choe Chan I), who seems immediately drawn to him. As a romance between Tae Kyung and Da On starts to blossom, Shin Woo’s disapproval and the jealousy of Da On’s close friend threaten to complicate everything. Can Tae Kyung navigate the tangled emotions of his new relationships, or will his attempts at friendship lead to heartbreak? This 2021 South Korean BL drama was directed by Lee Yu Yeon, adapted from the hit mobile gaming title “Saebit Boys High School Council.”

Light On Me

🔦✨Close to you🔦✨

Highschooler Ito (Shirasu Jin) is a serious, hard-working student who feels unfulfilled until he meets Nishi (Raiku), a naïve and friendly classmate. While walking home from school, Ito challenges himself by walking along a white line and encounters Nishi, instantly falling for his uncomplicated charms. After a passionate kiss reveals their mutual feelings, the story follows their journey from late childhood into adulthood, facing challenges that test their love. Based on a 2017 manga, this film explores the evolving relationship between two young men as they navigate life's complexities. "Life~ Love on the Line" is a 2020 Japanese film directed by Ninomiya Takashi that delves into the tender and transformative nature of first love.

Life~Love on the Line (Director's Cut)

💞 Strings of Fate 💞 Team

Yeon Woo (Yoo Jun), who lives with neurological blindness that allows him to see only gray tones, experiences a life-changing moment when Yoo Han (Hur Hyun Jun) enters his world. Suddenly, color begins to wash over Yeon Woo's perception whenever Yoo Han is near, sparking a potential connection beyond friendship. Meanwhile, Yeon Woo's aunt Yi Rang (Yeon Min Ji) continues searching for her long-missing sister. Recruiting Yoo Han's help, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth about Yeon Woo's mother, uncovering unexpected mysteries along the way. As their investigation deepens, Yeon Woo and Yoo Han must navigate their growing feelings and the secrets surrounding her disappearance. This is a 2020 South Korean mystery romance movie based on the web novel by Se Sang, produced by Story Wiz and Conversion TV.

Color Rush (Movie)

The Rainbow Team

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 ✨

Kiwi Media Group, W-STORY, CONTENTS MONSTER

Song Shi On (Chu Young Woo), a 22-year-old contemporary dance student, is disowned by his family for pursuing his passion. 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 Soo Ryeon). As they spend time together, Hong Seok begins to question his unfulfilling career, and the two develop a close romantic connection. However, external pressures from CEO Cha, a senior student Jung Hoon (LEX), and societal expectations threaten to challenge their budding relationship. This is a 2021 South Korean Viki Original movie directed by So Joon Moon.

You Make Me Dance (Movie)

Moving Pictures Co., Emotion Studio

Kang In Soo (Kang In Soo), a passionate street musician, dreams of turning his musical talent into a career. Supported by his best friend Choi Min Sung (Baek Seo Bin), who records and uploads his performances, In Soo catches the attention of Yoon Sang Yi (Lee Sang), a keyboardist at a major record company. Sang Yi recommends In Soo for his company's rookie discovery project, leading In Soo to move into the company residence. As they live and work together, their relationship deepens, and romantic feelings begin to emerge. However, their budding love faces numerous challenges that threaten to keep them apart. Will In Soo and Sang Yi overcome these obstacles and find their way to each other? This is a 2020 Viki Original South Korean movie directed by Sung Do Joon, featuring additional scenes not included in the original drama series.

Wish You : Your Melody From My Heart (Movie)

🌟Wish upon a Star Team🌟

Friendless loner Kazunari Hira (Riku Hagiwara) is having a miserable time at high school. Things get even worse for him as the new semester starts, and he finds himself in a deeply uncomfortable situation. He is unexpectedly rescued by the wildly popular Sou Kiyoi (Yusei Yagi). Hira can’t help falling for the dashing Kiyoi, but thinks he has no chance of winning his classmate’s heart. However, it turns out Kiyoi has a secret dream – one that could possibly bring them together. Will this connection drive them apart? Or could it lead them to an unlikely love? This 2021 Japanese BL series was was directed by Mai Sakai and based on a novel by Yuu Nagira.

My Beautiful Man

🥂The Ginger Ale 🥂 Team

When logical Chu Sang Woo (Jae Chan) is left to do all of the work for a group project on his own, he decides to get revenge by removing the names of the other members from the project. Having been dealt a heavy academic blow by Sang Woo, Jang Jae Young (Park Seo Ham) starts relentlessly tormenting Sang Woo. But when the two are forced to work together once again, their strong feelings of dislike begin to give way to a new kind of attraction. Based on the webtoon of the same name, written by J. Soori, this 2022 South Korean drama was directed by Kim Su Jeong.

Semantic Error

⚔️ Enemies  to Lovers 💕

After the death of his parents, Seo Haebom (Ok Jin Uk) was taken in by the Jo family. Raised alongside Jo Taesung (Kang Hee), the two young boys developed a strong brotherly bond, but upon high school, things began to change. Spending all of their time together, both in school and at home, the two boys start to realize the feelings they have for each other have grown into something more. Adapted from the webtoon of the same name by Bam Woo, this 2022 South Korean series was directed by Yoon Joon Ho.

Cherry Blossoms After Winter

Our love blooms after winter🌸

TV Asahi

Mob's (Atsuhiro Inukai) average college life flips upside down when he realizes he's living in a "world of BL," surrounded by love-struck boys and their dramatic romances. As he struggles to stay in the background and avoid becoming the protagonist, he finds himself increasingly drawn to a special boy. Caught between his desire to escape the romantic chaos and his crumbling resolve, Mob must confront the possibility of surrendering to the inevitable. Will he manage to maintain his role as a background character, or will he embrace the love he’s been trying to avoid? This 2021 Japanese rom-com series was adapted from the manga of the same name by Konkichi and was directed by Koichiro Miki.

A Man Who Defies the World of BL

Epiphany of True Self

Is there a right and wrong way to love? In "Right or Wrong," single father college professor Shi Yi Jie (Jiang Chang Hui) develops unexpected romantic feelings for Fei Sheng Zhe (Zhang Hang), a younger male student he hired to help care for his daugther. "Crossing the Line" follows two stepbrothers Qiu Zi Yuan (Zach Lu) and Xia Yu Hao (Fandy Fan) struggling with their forbidden attraction. These interconnected stories delve into the blurred lines of love, challenging traditional boundaries and exploring relationships that defy conventional expectations. A follow-up to "HIStory 1" from 2017, this is a 2018 Taiwanese BL web drama series directed by multiple directors across its two storylines.

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