2025 Korean BL List Recommendations
I’m excited for BLs coming out of South Korea in 2025. 2025 is promising because some shows already have good production and budget. This shows how South Korea is taking BLs seriously, and I’m expecting BLs with K-drama quality or something close to that.
Here is a list of 2025 Korean BLs.
1. Secret Relationships (비밀사이)
Secret Relationships dives deep into love, trauma, and emotional healing. Da On and and Seong Hyeon’s realtionship begins strained after an accident that leaves Da On’s sentimental watch broken. Meanwhile, Da On still crushes on Sin Jae Min. Kim Su Hyeon, Sin Jae Min’s ex boyfriend comes back to Korea.
With standout performances and a layered storyline, this BL drama explores what it truly means to be loved, and to believe you deserve it. Seong Hyeon’s quiet devotion makes him unforgettable, and the chemistry? On another level. An absolute must-watch.
2. Heart Stain
A poignant tale of a high school student harboring a secret crush on his teacher. Knowing the impossibility of the situation, he refrains from confessing. To move on, his best friend suggests they start dating, leading to a journey of self-exploration and understanding.
3. Accent
This short series portrays two pianists vying for a scholarship. The protagonist, a piano prodigy in need of financial aid, faces competition from a new student who dazzles everyone. Forced to perform a duet, rivalry turns into unexpected camaraderie.
4. Influencer Lover
A contemporary tale about a famous influencer in a fake relationship with his on-screen girlfriend. Their charade is threatened when a school rival uncovers the truth, leading to blackmail and unforeseen romantic developments.
5. FC Soldout
FC Soldout follows a struggling soccer team that’s hit rock bottom. One day, a talent agency steps in and buys the team—but not to revive its glory. Their goal? Turn it into a money-making machine. The agency wastes no time cutting players who don’t meet their beauty standards, replacing them with their own attractive actors and idols, forcing them into the roles of pro players.
6. Checkered Shirt (체크 남방을 입은 사내)
The story follows Hangyeol, who sells a checkered shirt to Jungwoo, an engineering student preparing for a date before his military enlistment. Jungwoo later discovers a photo of Hangyeol with his ex-lover in the shirt, leading to unexpected developments between the two.
7. My Bias Is Showing?!
Na Ae Jun’s school is hosting a variety show for a K-pop group called A-ONE. A-ONE’s member, Si-yeol, is Na Ae Jun’s fav member of the group. The two work together in the filming of the show, and they get together. But it is not easy, as Na Ae Jun is hiding his number one fan status, and Si-Yeol has his secrets too.
8. Sweetheart Service
Min U and Yu Ha unexpectedly get together in a fake dating contract. You know how it usually goes with this kind of trope, real feelings develop.
9. I’d Rather Quit Than Die, Director!
Seo Jin U dies and comes back, but now, it’s a year before his death. He gets a second chance to his life and to make different decisions. He also gets to fall in love!
10. No Dating at Boarding School
Jin U goes to boarding school to better his chances of joining Korea University. But it seems Eun Hyeok is determined to make things hard for Jin U.
That’s everything on my list for 2025 Korean BL series for now. If I missed anything, please let me know!
