22 K-Pop Idols Who Have Appeared in Korean BL Dramas
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K-pop idols are increasingly expanding their careers into acting, with many stepping into the growing world of Korean BL dramas. These series have gained popularity for their heartfelt storytelling and strong character chemistry, giving idol-actors new opportunities to showcase their talent beyond the stage.
From rookie performers to established idols, several artists have taken on memorable roles in BL productions. Here is a look at 22 idols who have entered the genre and captured viewers’ attention.
Kim Ji Woong of ZEROBASEONE
Kim Ji Woong began his acting career in 2017 before later gaining recognition as a member of ZEROBASEONE. He appeared in two BL dramas: Kissable Lips, which features a vampire romance set on a college campus, and Roommates of Poongduck 304, a story that blends workplace dynamics with a roommate romance.
Junseo of ALPHA DRIVE ONE
Junseo, previously active in the groups 1THE9 and WEi, later redebuted in ALPHA DRIVE ONE after participating in the survival show BOYS II PLANET. In 2025, he starred in the BL drama Secret Relationships as Da On, an office employee entangled in a complicated relationship involving three other men.
Yoo Young Jae of B.A.P
B.A.P member Yoo Young Jae appeared in the 2022 BL drama Spring of Crush. The story follows a character who disguises himself as a noblewoman and enters an arranged marriage with Geum Sung, played by Yoo Young Jae, who gradually develops genuine feelings.
Jaechan of DKZ and Park Seo Ham
DKZ’s Jaechan and former KNK member Park Seo Ham starred in the widely recognized BL series Semantic Error. Based on a webtoon, the drama follows a disciplined computer science student and a charismatic design major whose conflicting personalities eventually lead to romance.
OMEGA X Members Yechan and Jaehan
Yechan and Jaehan from OMEGA X appeared together in A Shoulder to Cry On. Adapted from a webtoon, the drama follows an archery student who is wrongly accused of harassment by a popular classmate, leading to an unexpected emotional connection.
OMEGA X’s Kevin
Kevin of OMEGA X later joined the BL genre with My Bias Is Showing. The series centers on a student who hides his love for K-pop until his favorite idol unexpectedly transfers to his school.
Gongchan of B1A4
In Unintentional Love Story, Gongchan plays Ji Won Young, an employee tasked with reconnecting with a ceramic artist favored by his company’s chairman. The assignment gradually develops into a complicated romantic relationship.
Jinkwon of Newkidd
Jinkwon starred in the 2024 BL drama Jazz for Two. The story follows two pianists who grow closer while preparing for an important evaluation, exploring friendship, rivalry, and romance through music.
Lee Minwook and Yongseung
Newkidd’s Lee Minwook and VERIVERY’s Yongseung appeared together in the vertical-format BL drama You Want Some?. The short-form series follows two friends whose relationship begins to shift when romantic jealousy enters the picture.
Hur Hyun Jun
Former THE BOYZ member Hur Hyun Jun made his BL debut in the fantasy drama Color Rush. The series is set in a world where certain people cannot see color until they encounter their destined soulmate.
Hyuk of VIXX
VIXX’s Hyuk later joined the same universe through Color Rush 2. The second season follows a different storyline while continuing the concept of “monos” and “probes.”
Lee Tae Vin and Woongki
Former MYTEEN member Lee Tae Vin and AHOF’s Woongki starred in Love for Love’s Sake. The fantasy drama centers on a man who becomes trapped in a game world as his younger self and must complete a mission to ensure another character’s happiness.
Leo of VIXX
Leo made his BL debut in Happy Ending Romance. The series follows a struggling writer who rebuilds his life while navigating complicated relationships within the publishing industry.
Junhee of A.C.E
Junhee took his first leading BL role in Tinted with You. The drama blends historical and modern timelines, linking a deposed king’s story with a present-day art student who becomes connected to the past through a mysterious painting.
Jeon Minwook
Jeon Minwook, who debuted in CLOSE YOUR EYES after competing on the survival program PROJECT 7, appeared in Love Class 2. The drama portrays a student who unexpectedly falls in love with his tutor.
Zuho of SF9
SF9’s Zuho starred in Starstruck, a childhood-friends-to-lovers romance that explores hidden feelings between two long-time companions.
Subin of VICTON
VICTON’s Subin appeared in the BL romantic comedy Peach Trap. The series follows a young man who finds himself entangled in complicated relationships with several potential love interests.
Yoon Ji Sung of Wanna One
Yoon Ji Sung made his BL debut in the 2025 drama Thundercloud Rainstorm. The story traces a relationship that begins with sympathy before gradually transforming into a complex emotional bond.
As the BL genre continues to grow in Korea, more K-pop idols are exploring acting roles within these productions. Their participation has helped broaden the audience for BL dramas while showcasing new sides of their artistic abilities.
