As the year 2025 is around the corner, lovers of BL dramas are going to enjoy themselves a lot! Next year is going to be an exciting one as new and fresh series and adaptations that are worth the hype are ready to come on screens. With different plots and interesting casts, here’s an elaborated list of the forthcoming BL dramas for 2025 and what do each of them have in store for the audiences.
1. The Boy Next World
Release Date: January 5, 2025
The Boy Next World has already grabbed attention with its official trailer, bringing fans a mix of excitement and heartfelt emotions. This series marks the return of Boss and Noel in a full-fledged BL project, which has thrilled their fanbase.
The story follows Pugan, a young man unfamiliar with love, whose life turns upside down when Sirus, a handsome and aloof “Ice Prince,” claims to be his boyfriend from a parallel world. The trailer promises a unique and heartwarming plot that sets it apart from typical BL narratives.
2. Me and Who: The Theories
Expected Release: 2025
Me and Who presents an intriguing blend of romance and fantasy. The pilot episode has already impressed viewers, with many comparing its whimsical vibe to a Disney movie. The story involves parallel worlds, making it thematically similar to The Boy Next World.
The plot revolves around Pop Thorne, a man plagued by misfortune who suddenly finds himself in the body of Appo, a wealthy billionaire. Appo, surprisingly engaged to the mind-reading Seria, embarks on a chaotic yet endearing journey. With its unique premise and promising chemistry between the leads, this series is set to captivate fans.
3. Friend to Fan
Expected Release: 2025
For fans of nostalgic, school-based BL dramas, Friend to Fan is a delightful return to a familiar genre. The pilot trailer exudes the charm of older BL shows while aiming to refresh the concept with a modern touch.
The story follows Jam Ji, a man in search of his dream girl. However, his journey takes an unexpected turn when he meets Chinta, a charming new friend who stirs emotions that leave him questioning his feelings and romantic direction.
4. The Boyfriend (Season 2)
Expected Release: 2025 (Netflix)
Netflix has confirmed the release date of its Japanese reality series for the second season, that is called The Boyfriend. It is celebrated as the first gay reality show in Japan and has gained audiences in and outside Japan.
Besides the participants from the first season, season 2 will highlight a different group of participants and their love, realization, and growth stories. This season is definitely going to disappoint those expecting to see the same methods utilized in the first season since it branches out to give a broader more Asian view of the LGBTQ community.
5. Top Form
Release Date: March 2025
A popular Thai manga Darki, Top Form has added something different to BL drama, in the fufllength film version. The series is a Thai production, soundtrack offers a sound which looks more Japanese culture inspired as shown in the teaser trailer.
Takato Seo, an award-winning actor is the main character who loses his title of the “Sexiest Man of the year” to eventuallu P’ Noh but he has no idea that Aum actually adores Takato and it is this which makes their meeting a love and respect filled novel.
6. True Moon
Expected Release: 2025
True Moon is another school based BL drama, and it seems that it is closely related to Big Dragon of the year 2022. Although this sequel centers on a different couple, the show still shares a connection to the previous one and so provides fans with something new to delve into.
The show is claimed to be inspired by a novel called Three Words, Eight Letters and is most likely poised to premiere a juicy mix of romance with a good chunk of drama and suspense as well. Although, their success would ultimately depend on how well the storyline is developed, how the performers perform and the production standards too.
7. Reset
Reset is a highly anticipated Thai BL fantasy drama featuring Pon Pon and Loy. With its mix of romance and speculative elements, the show is expected to add a fresh twist to the BL genre.
8. Mandate
The character of Ben will be part of one of the love interests in this upcoming Thai BL drama which as mentioned earlier focuses on an age-gap romance during a very intense political rivalry. With such unique premise and focus on mature themes “Mandate” aims to be one of the standout works in 2025’s line up.
9. Doctor’s Mine
According to the biographies Gown and Gear as well as Exter, Doctor’s Mine is another Thai BL series to consider. Since its source material has fans already it is only fair to say that the expectations for the adaptation are great.
10. When It Rains, It Pours
Release Date: January 9, 2025
When It Rains, It Pours is a new Japanese BL series that has had its teasers released but is slated to start being aired from the beginning of next season. Even though WITRP January premiere gives it the distinction of being one of the first to be released in 2025, the information about the program remains scant for now.
Other Announced BL Dramas to Watch For
Besides the titles mentioned above, there are a lot more live shows that are still being worked on and developed by big studios such as GMMTV and Dundi, as well as foreign production companies. Since there are already teasers available for some of the shows, it means that the viewers will have a stylistically rich year with new love stories, interesting characters, and cool plots on display.