what is bl drama

BL drama stands for Boys Love drama, which is a genre that explores romantic relationships between two men. BL dramas have become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly in Asia, with over 40 Korean BL dramas produced since 2020. These dramas typically follow two young men, either in college or high school, who may start out as enemies, strangers, or sometimes friends, who begin developing undeniably strong feelings for one another. Each episode or the course of the film explores the relationship developing between them as they are faced with outside challenges that threaten to destroy what they have built or prevent them from having it all together. BL dramas are also known as Y shows in Thailand, where they are considered a cultural export and are poised to compete with South Korean telenovelas for viewership in Asia and beyond. With hundreds of BL series across various genres, it can be difficult to narrow down a list of the best BL dramas to watch.