Korean LGBT+ Main & Side Characters/Romances

#201

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on iQiyi

#202

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Shortime

#203

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Shortime

#204

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Shortime

#205

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Shortime

#206

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Shortcha app

#207

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on FlyingPenguin app (will need a subscription)

#208

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on FlyingPenguin app (will need a subscription)

#209

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on FlyingPenguin app (will need a subscription)

#210

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on FlyingPenguin app (will need a subscription)

#211

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on FlyingPenguin app (will need a subscription)

#212

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on FlyingPenguin app (will need a subscription)

#213

Main romance between two MLs.

Note: Will need a membership with Lovememory's YouTube channel to watch.

Link to Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFvZzMmlvNk
Link to Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDci6aFQmKE
Link to Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=804C6msjdRA 

#214

Main romance between two MLs.

Will need a membership with DeepFilm's YouTube channel to watch

#215

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Shortime

#217

Main romance between two MLs.

Will need a membership with QueerDeep's YouTube channel to watch

#218

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkQFxcEhORR2nDG4dZA_ICtUBXJe1Ns_4&si=5qhqZ3CkFHCp3kaS

#219

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkQFxcEhORR3zNUebXvCBuhRLMzgRsksw&si=C4AO6o50lKQw6GfV

#220

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkQFxcEhORR2Bhi8ZyJnwFEBChVK0Gz5N&si=qyGyKhoABvLUE8r8

#221

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_S9UyLiUC2snngOCg9F0m-gSy6WXAlc5&si=V8C_gtcS8XpGYBa6 

#222

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ__edMZliXtEdkx1zhKwx0tL0jSzV1qT&si=fyALBe5VLC6R-g2M

#223

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNd7BhdAz80ptzaxeYXbVCLVXH7JXtely&si=xQ3aZE7jA15HWL7U

#224

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwW9ZsuS2FnYOUWeB4NsCME_WwsDWz9hM&si=1ldmrKaolW2lnpTC

#225

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwSn_EksTEo-gNZJbq4wMIVb&si=krVNFOtnwArsbVfo

#226

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwW9ZsuS2FnYYgDhkvkW1AB3NfnyzYckm&si=TXhz94Q_ddexeaeF

#227

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwR6JKy1hl4Jq93_HjCqSLgc&si=UOlPiDbqS6wMcsa3

#228

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Sukfilm's YouTube channel

#229

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwRyiN_T-FGdRCUj9cxgr0Gn&si=f2UYyX_P2j0Ri0PJ

#230

Main romance between two MLs.

My thoughts on the drama itself: For as interesting a twist and ultimate dynamic as they had, unfortunately, they did not set it up well.

Darn! This could have been really different if only the execution hadn't fallen short!

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UjFgW8TJEfcBaYLr8jyN_Dn00ScQ6CW&si=sy2FjZed5vjPyxXQ

#231

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Lovememory's YouTube channel

#233

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkrefPXGX2ya2fvYODySdXnGenCnRLMTn&si=KwkPF85BOhvGnH4Q

#234

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkrefPXGX2ya2fvYODySdXnGenCnRLMTn&si=uBy9N9Q07ll6VV-z

#235

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwTLtMP5RnShUW6BHVbJmk9R&si=36gH2lJNYhz_IAON

#237

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on YouTube or free websites

#238

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on iQiyi

#239

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwW9ZsuS2FnaW9PRqot0U_yIyMdzmHw96&si=wXKhXTgW6Qg3UG0k

#242

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Likey

#243

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on ShortMax app

#244

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on TVING

#245

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on TVING

#246

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on HiTv

#247

Main romance between two MLs.

Can be found on Lezhin Snack app

#248

Features a romance between two MLs, in a messy love triangle.

Can be found on Vigloo or free websites

#249

Main romance between two MLs.

My thoughts on the movie itself: A longing that in its infancy couldn't be realized. Brimming over with desire and shame, The Time of Fever captured the curiosity, confusion, and fear that often come with the experience of young love for Queer people. Chosen isolation, violent battles waged alone in your mind, denial, hesitant steps forward before sprinting away, jealousy, and parental abuse/distance.

The cinematography and sound design lent themselves to becoming the two MLs' senses, directing our attention to where their attention was. When Dong Hee picks up on Ho Tae's breathing and everything else goes quiet, when in a tension-filled moment, after allowing his gaze to linger, Ho Tae notices Dong Hee's eyes nervously flitting away from his own. The overwhelming grip of Ho Tae's hand on Dong Hee's shoulder, the taste of citrus on Dong Hee's tongue, and the scent of rain surrounding them and soaking both their clothes.

I was beckoned in and captured. Every moment was raw and real enough to make my own breath stop or send a shiver down my spine.

The only reason I considered giving this less than a 10/10 is because it sparked a longing in ME for more.

What are you doing? Go watch it!

Can be found on iQiyi

#250

Main romance between two MLs.

I recommend this IF you can handle it. Read the tags first. This was an important but one-time watch for me for good reason.

You know when it feels like things are maybe going okay or are actually somewhat good and then reality splashes you in the face with a bucket of freezing cold water and then punches you a few times for good measure just to make sure you felt it? That's this movie.

Well done, sadly realistic, and impactful. But, did it have to hurt so fucking bad?

It's not a movie to sit back and enjoy but more a movie to either educate yourself, make you cry, and/or shed light on the harshness that someone else is likely experiencing/has experienced just because they existed.

Can be found on YouTube

#251

Features a Gay ML, Jang Heung Su.

My thoughts on the movie itself: Compared to the drama adaptation, while cheeky, this wasn't nearly as bold. Also, I do feel it's a bit unfair of me from the start to try to compare them when their focuses are so different. While the drama focused on the ML himself, his highs and lows, regrets and resolutions, this movie adaptation focused on his friendship with his best friend and felt more like a snapshot of a period of his life with someone important to him.

It was fun and I never felt like it tried to cater to the Straights, so, all in all, I'd call it a success! Nowhere near as spectacular as the drama, but that would be impossible, and they had different goals to begin with. That being said, should this have made me tear up at least once? Maybe.

Can be found on Rakuten Viki (will need to purchase it)

#252

Features a Gay ML, Kim Sang Yun, who has feelings for his adoptive brother, Kim Hong Yeon.

After watching this, it is my belief that by the end of this special Hong Yeon finally came to terms with the fact that he truly loved Sang Yun. Before this, he also expressed affection for FL Min Hoe Jeong, which leads me to believe he is Bisexual.

My thoughts on the special itself: The costumes and sets looked cheap more often than not, but the performances from the actors (as well as the well-written dialogue) made up for it tenfold. I was truly moved.

Can be found on GagaOOLala

#253

Features a Gay ML, Yoon Ho, and a more-than-likely Queer ML, Jae Woon, as well as more-than-implied mutual feeling between the two main MLs. 

Regarding Yoon Ho, it's clear that he has had feelings for Jae Woon for quite some time. As for Jae Woon, when Yoon Ho dresses up as a courtesan woman to secretly confess to him if you read between the lines of what Jae Woon says and put it all together once you finish the special and know for certain that Jae Woon knew it was Yoon Ho the entire time, I think it's more than clear he also loved him. 

Jae Woon's responses to Yoon Ho:

When Yoon Ho puts his appearance down while in disguise: "You're more beautiful than any other woman I have seen."

When Yoon Ho asks Jae Woon to turn around and stay still for a moment as he approaches him from behind: 

Jae Woon: "Is it  . . . Something about my back? I had a friend . . . Who would always walk behind my back quietly. You're doing the same . . . So I thought I would ask."

Yoon Ho: "Is it someone close?"

Jae Woon: "Yes. He's a friend . . . That's like a brother . . . No, he's just . . . Yoon Ho."

At the very end of the special, we get a revealing flashback to when Yoon Ho was lying down after not feeling well, and Jae Woon had brought him a flower. It turns out that Jae Woon was secretly looking at him in a romantic way. When he reached out and touched Yoon Ho's lips, he saw that he was waking and hurriedly backed away and pretended he was reading a book. To me, this just sealed the deal on what was otherwise clear if you paid attention.

My thoughts on the special itself: Artistic and tragic, this was a beautiful albeit heartbreaking watch. If only they lived in a different time, in a different place, where they could speak their feelings aloud without fear. And hold hands in the flesh, not as shadows on a wall.

Can be found on Rakuten Viki

#254

Main romance between two MLs.

This was so lovely. I highly highly recommend you watch it.

 Link to Part 1 (or Ep 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3ES2V0XVzw 

 Link to Part 2 (or Ep 2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AW7EmnjDepk 

#256

Features an Asexual FL.

Wow! This was a short film unlike any I've seen. The way they incorporated the colors of the Ace flag, placed you in the position of feeling like the woman during physical intimacy: crawling in your skin while hoping time speeds up, the quiet symbolism in the background. It was all so well-portrayed. I felt this truly spoke to the Ace experience.

Unlike some, I had a bit of a different interpretation regarding what the colors and, ultimately, the ending meant. The FL obviously dons the colors for the Ace flag, and then we have black and white. The Lesbian she meets up with and has sex with wears white, and her Straight boyfriend (and other assumed non-Queer people) wears black. By the end of the film, she gets in an elevator surrounded by people in black and chooses to zip up her black hoodie, declaring she is also black. To me, white represents the Queer Allosexual side, and black represents the Cis Hetero Allosexual (or Non-Queer Allosexual side, if you will). While she is truly Ace, she decides to conceal it. She could cover herself in white, but that would come with many more obstacles than if she took up the black mantle and blended in with the majority. Either way, she is concealing who she is; one comes with society's acceptance, though, making it the safer option.  

Can be found on GagaOOLala

#257

Main romances between two FLs and two MLs (separate couples).

My thoughts on the drama itself: Well, now, if this wasn't a fun short series! And the actors did great! They really sold their silliness as well as obliviousness.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UjFgW8TJEcUdOB8eg1jUm9DgsI9vAcS&si=Dszs9IrD53M-mcE4

#259

Features a Queer SFL, Sim Eun Jeong , who has feelings for FL Im Ye Rim (they are also subtly implied to be reciprocated). 

I'm very much intrigued by this drama and the representation, so I can definitely see myself watching this drama in the near future. At that time, I will update this accordingly.

Can be found on Apple TV or free websites

#260

Features a Lesbian SFL, Im Mok Won. Coming out or confusion about sexuality also isn't an issue here.

The "reveal" scene to the audience is shown in Ep 2 through Mok Won flirting with a woman at a bar, with her later getting dropped off at home while the woman tries to get her number, to no avail. She came across as very "chill." Her attraction to women is casually brought up a few times later with her friends, and she also has a bit of a love interest.

With her innate style and intelligence/competence, while everyone else scrambled, I can definitely see why she was a fan favorite. She was certainly mine amid this dark and hopeless drama. 

Overall, I was satisfied with the rep here. I can't say I'd recommend you watch it because of the rep, though. Or, honestly, recommend the drama just for its own merits. It was just . . . Too horrible for what felt like no reason to me.

My thoughts on the drama itself: It was deeply unsettling and disturbing, and made me feel an uncomfortable crawling in my skin. Undeniably, it was well-acted and shot to have made me have such a visceral reaction to it. Beyond that, I don't see what I'm supposed to have gotten from this drama, if anything.

Can't say I'd recommend it, to anyone, really.

Can be found on Netflix

#261

Features a Lesbian SFL, SFL Kang Ma Ru's roommate. Unfortunately, I was unable to find out this character's name.

From what I was able to read, Kang Ma Ru, FL Hwi Ru's younger sister, and her roommate have a possible blossoming romance if you will. Basically, it is acknowledged that Ma Ru and her roommate both care for each other. As for the roommate specifically, she does openly mention her being a Lesbian as well as gives a confession-of-sorts to Ma Ru.

This "reveal" may or may not take place in Ep 19 based on the date that viewers talked about this plotline. But, I can't say that for certain because I haven't seen this drama myself.

This seems like a pretty fun drama that I may just check out. At that time, I will update this accordingly.

Can be found on Rakuten Viki

#262

Features a Lesbian SFL, Yu Cho Hui, with unrequited feelings for her friend, FL Yeo Hwa Jeong. 

In Ep 14, her sexuality is revealed through a flashback when she was younger, where her mother puts her down for being who she is and expresses anger toward her clear feelings for Hwa Jeong. From this point on, we learn not only about how she has been rejected by her mother but also how she has been dealing with keeping her feelings to herself. And through all of this, she makes the decision to embrace her sexuality. In Ep 15 Cho Hui finally confesses her past feelings, with Hwa Jeong readily accepting her and admitting she already knew "since back then."

Though very brief, I was quite pleased with the rep.

Can be found on Netflix (with a VPN) or free websites

#263

One of the main FLs, Jeong Seo Hyun, is a Lesbian who is still very much in love with her first love, Suzy Choi. The reveal first occurs in Ep 2. From there, we watch Seo Hyun grow and not only open up to people around her about her sexuality but also find courage for herself.

In the end, it is heavily implied through a phone call that she and Suzy get back together.

What I particularly loved about the representation here was the pushback against religion condemning Homosexuality. For example, in the last episode, Mother Emma (the nun) says to Seo Hyun, "Let me apologize to you on behalf of the world that forced you to stay in the closet. I would like to apologize to you. It's not a sin, but you had to live your whole life hiding it as if it were a sin. Don't do that now."

I wouldn't say this drama is for everyone since it's very soap opera. It's loud, repetitive, and overly extravagant with just about everything. But the representation here is undoubtedly of quality.

Can be found on Netflix

#264

Features a FL that is either Bi or Pan. She says, "I am not exactly only into . . . Men." It isn't brought up again after that, though.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbmL8PfuSrVne9Mao0YLQHDMsRe3mTp4n

#267

Ep 2 features a main romance between two FLs, Juyeon and Eojin.

Their story was a bit of a mess conflict-wise, but overall it was kind of sweet for what it was.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnum-Y055p2HHJVbDyr0sPmqMPxy1FXdm

#268

Features a FL with unrequited feelings for her best friend (FL).

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCoVH1bdO9-CH30p-ysnqneHzfkwlUCR 

#271

Features a Lesbian FL exploring herself and romance.

I liked the symbolism of the lighter flame being struck as she decides to let her sexuality finally burn freely. Wonderful! Also, the line, "Forget others. Choose to be yourself."

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy0sMBM6Fh9HljeHvWC766LG_LaYAE477 

#272

Features a romance between two FLs, Park Hye Won and Yun Seon Hae. In Ep 5, we see them move in together and learn they deal with prejudice and misunderstandings not just because they are a Lesbian couple but because of their age difference, with Park Hye Won being older and Yun Seon Hae being younger. 

I don't want to spoil the drama at all, so unfortunately, I feel like that's all I can say. You'll just have to trust me when I say not only is Light Shop touching, but the representation is as well.

My thoughts on the drama itself: "I hope we don't meet again."

Can be found on Disney+, Hulu, or free websites

#274

Features Lesbian characters and the blossoming of a romance between President Hong and Cha Song Joo. Coming out or confusion about sexuality also isn't an issue here.

This wasn't some deep romance; it was more sweet and showed the beginnings of flirting.

Link to YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orVUVWOXIa4&list=PLTwpl5IWgPSF8Erl1COAhk-qqPY_U6yOJ 

#276

Main blossoming romance between two FLs, Kang Yoon Ah and Han Ji Woo. Also, a sort-of-love triangle. Coming out or confusion about sexuality also isn't much of an issue here.

My thoughts on the drama itself: It was okay for what it was. It's a short watch that's kind of cute and without big conflicts. Maybe give it a try if you want something to pass the time.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjQnh3jVKk-Kxyp989Dz9V2RD0ZOz3nha&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE

#277

Main romance between two FLs.

*cries in only four episodes*

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-eVDVGRk5oRC9Kn0rgvQhfbGF3dRW7RY 

#278

Main romance between two FLs.

This was a weird but interesting watch.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgT7UBXSh54&list=PLdBvEUNP7RyeLcb8WCKDnRjOxqTW00fun&index=4 

#280

Main romance between two FLs.

My thoughts on the drama itself: The two leads felt like a true couple, with lovely, passionate moments as well as outbursts. But while the story was cohesive, for the most part, the ending felt rushed and thrown together. Which was a shame, as I thought their final conflict had room for exploration.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwQgk4qhMZnLYkrPNSK5ntsr&si=wVtXvwLNHxMW6bF7

#281

Main romance between two FLs.

It was confusing but entertaining. Not much else to say.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjd5-3yYwC4QCyp7ZxMNnkIjD3H2A8UCp

#283

Main romance between two FLs, as well as a not-really-love triangle. Coming out or confusion about sexuality also isn't an issue here.

The way they jumped back and forth through the years made the story a bit of a confusing mess. Also, the timing of the subtitles was a few seconds slow, which was frustrating. It was cute and pretty well-acted for what it was, though. And it was nice to see them not shy away from the kiss.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mh2lXSQlIE&list=PLAA0PQX_i8vMyLXKZF5EmwgA552e52Jno&index=2

#284

Main romance between two FLs.

My thoughts on the drama itself: It's a crime this is so short! Dammit, I want more!

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTwpl5IWgPSHeOJuiVZUjObuj5COTp7uA&si=jTGqrl4ltdUK4Wpu 

#285

Main romance between two FLs.

My thoughts on the drama itself: I felt this wasn't as put-together story-wise compared to To The X Who Hated Me: E Jae X Woo Ri or as engaging. Did they have chemistry, though? Yes.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTwpl5IWgPSHeOJuiVZUjObuj5COTp7uA&si=b7Rr-baOFNeOeLur

#286

Main romance between FLs.

My thoughts on the drama itself: It was rather frustrating, to be honest. They started off with good chemistry and tension and then dove into conflict and seemed to go in circles.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwQqk6jItGB-w4CRalXCh5lI

#288

Main romance between two FLs.

Not sure if I'll get to this one. We'll see.

Can be found on Vigloo or free websites

#289

Main romance between two FLs.

Can be found on Vigloo or free websites

#290

Main romance between two FLs.

Can be found on Shortime

#291

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkrefPXGX2yb8L_j0AoButP5Ed5omofll&si=6MKeOLrCPTAlSC1U

#292

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwQfdHgg11UOmsn--KWtRF3f&si=-5yzph_-6d4OUR0X

#293

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTwpl5IWgPSFs03ePFLpSos0CgVFU10qL&si=S8lVn1D3wRJnBykS

#294

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYfaogVGCvwRBoyG_yk-IRSRLn-c3Ft4L&si=AQ0LuVbAHJlgILZq

#295

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY8VvVUr35kJO4uklqzEf61OblsFCgGMh&si=PLmjOU8Y7C30Irz7

#296

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwW9ZsuS2FnbNCqCsE-aSwHfkqBqVQg0o&si=zrLCETylM0m4-xpz

#297

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwW9ZsuS2FnYz1lwG1vxNOc4Ck41wmvv9&si=ukya2ektolMeNvtU

#298

Continuing main romance between two FLs.

Note: Will need a membership with Lovememory's YouTube channel to watch.

Link to Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dbWWK-Ior4

Link to Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQAfla9OCA8

Link to Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-lCdRZIrE8

#300

Main romance between two FLs.

Note: Will need a membership with Lovememory's YouTube channel to watch.

Link to Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0j4zPXUy3g
Link to Ep 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgQPv9bNhGg
Link to Ep 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fio-WO5LL0Y
Link to Ep 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6GJbrkZREg