If there’s one genre that continues to gain fame and momentum in 2024, it’s BL (Boys’ Love). Fans are going wild seeing their favorite idols and actors playing queer roles!
BL dramas have been gaining popularity for their simple yet heartfelt approach to LGBTQ+ relationships, featuring sweet romances and meaningful stories. While Thai BL dramas have long been fan favorites, this year, Korean BL dramas are also making their mark.
Here are the top 5 actors gaining immense popularity for their roles in BL dramas, making waves by portraying love between men — yes, you heard it right!
Lee Tae Vin
The most popular BL drama of the year, Love for Love's Sake, features Lee Tae Vin, who was previously known as the "Hera Palace brat kid" from Penthouse. He has now gained widespread recognition for his role in this BL drama, playing the main character Tae Myung Ha alongside actor Cha Joo Wan.
His transition from dramatic supporting roles to a lead in a BL drama has impressed fans, and his chemistry with his co-stars is one of the highlights of the show.
Nam Yoon Su
Nam Yoon Su is currently going viral worldwide for acting in his first BL drama, Love in the Big City. Despite the drama facing criticism in South Korea for its 19+ censorship, international fans are falling head over heels for Nam Yoon Su's debut in the BL genre!
Nam Yoon Su plays the role of Go Yeong, and the story follows a 10-year journey of a writer navigating life and love as a gay man in a conservative society
Tang Joon Sang
Tang Joon Sang, popular for his roles in Racket Boys and Move to Heaven, is reportedly in talks to take on a BL role in the upcoming KBS2 drama special series The History of Us.
Known for his versatility, Tang Joon Sang has aced every role he has played, and fans are excited to see him portray a determined inspector who disrupts a prince’s plans. Rumors of a BL sequel have fans buzzing about the potential of a romance-driven storyline.
The popular child actor, whom you’ve likely seen in Goblin, Pinocchio, Boys Over Flowers, and Doom at Your Service, is making waves again after KBS released a stunning poster for the special drama The History of Us.
The drama tells the story of a crown prince who tries to rewrite history to become king, while a young officer attempts to stop him. Although the plot doesn’t directly confirm a BL element, fans are speculating about a potential bromance based on the teaser poster.
The 2nd generation K-pop boyband 2PM's member surprised fans when Netflix confirmed that he will headline the upcoming series Soul Mate alongside Japanese actor Hayato Isomura.
Ok Taecyeon has opened up about his transition to more mature roles, and starring in a BL (Boys’ Love) drama is a bold step in that direction. Fans are eagerly awaiting this series, where Taecyeon is expected to showcase a completely different side of his acting ability.
These actors are leading the BL drama wave in 2024, gaining immense popularity for their diverse roles in LGBTQ+ stories. As BL dramas continue to gain more attention, these actors are breaking barriers and redefining the genre with their powerful performances. Comment below with your favorite BL actor!
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