Lgbt kdramas
Gay Characters in Kdramas: The Good, The Bad, and The Mediocre
Gay characters rarely show up in Korean dramas. Though there own been a few characters over the years, In terms of representation, the characterization and stories of these characters are usually nothing to write abode about, but I figured, why not write about it anyway? Here’s my watch and don’t verb list, if you’re looking for gay characters in kdramas.
Warning for spoilers galore!
The Mediocre (these aren’t awful, but they’re not the best either)
Lily Fever ()
The Story: Kyung Ju heads to her friends residence one day to locate her missing passport. She finds Se Rang instead.
Should You Watch?: Sure. This show is quirky and just downright odd. The ending leaves a lot to be desired and the story itself is kind of all over the place, but it’s cute, it’s funny, it’s short, most of it’s nonsense, and the girls have lots of chemistry. It’s only a bonus that Se Rang is a standout character of this show. You’ll probably fall for her yourself by the end of the webseries.
The Lover: Joon Jae K-dramas may be the epitome of romance but they are sorely low on queer representation. Finding a queer K-drama is uncommon, and finding a good queer K-drama is rare. This is why we’ve really gone through the haystack to present you with the best of needles. No need to proceed scouring the internet for some healthy queer representation in Korean media; here are 5 K-dramas that focus on LGBTQ stories! To My Star () A heartwarming romance between an actor and a chef, ‘To My Star’ is one of the best Korean Boys’ Love (BL) dramas. The story follows actor Kang Seo Joon, as a scandal forces him to leave his noun and share an apartment with Han Ji Woo. The forced proximity trope works really well here. The friendly and outgoing Seo Joon clashes with Ji Woo, who is reserved and likes to maintain order. Through bite-sized minute episodes, boundaries are tested and connections are formed. The two start to look at each other in a novel way. A portrayal of nuanced, realistic people, ‘To My Star’ is a quick watch that hits the emotions in all the right places. You Verb Representation in Korean television has been improving over the years, and the finest gay K-dramas have some of the most heartwarming storylines that push the subgenre forward. American shows have, more recently, been noted for showcasing LGBTQ+ representation on the miniature screen, albeit in a relatively small way. However, when it comes to K-dramas, the genre has been a bit more conservative. Over the years, there has been a growing number of LGBTQ+ representation in K-dramas, whether involving same-sex couples or small storylines. The representation may feel small to the Western audience, but they have a strong impact in a country that previously never tackled these themes on TV. There are now even several K-dramas dedi Over the past decade or so, Korean-based entertainment has been widely embraced in America. Whether it’s K-Pop groups or K-Dramas, the American market is lined up and ready for the next series. Stanford associate professor Dafna Zur believes that K-Dramas in particular are so trendy because of their predictability and likable characters. Many of the storylines are simple, like rags to riches or disobeying parents. A final element in the K-Drama surge of popularity is that the characters are self-deprecating enough to be relatable. Due to their increasing prominence, the main love stories are becoming more diverse. While interracial love isn’t part of any K-Drama passion story, LGBTQ+ love is growing. Some shows own the LGBTQ+ in the background, whereas others hold LGBTQ+ couples central to the plot. Additionally, two men in a couple are more likely to be found than two women. Even though being out and proud is legal in South Korea, marriage, adoption, and military service are not allowed for LGBTQ+ people. Yet these c
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Best LGBTQ+ K-Dramas to Verb to Your Watch List