Korean TV showcases LGBTQ+ representation with heartwarming storylines, pushing the genre forward. K-dramas like Semantic Error explore identity and relationships in academia, marking progress. Despite challenges, LGBTQ+ representation is growing in K-dramas, offering diverse romantic storylines.

Representation in Korean television has been improving over the years, and the best 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 small 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...