Picture: Jisoo (left) and Seo In Guk (right) star in Boyfriend on Demand.
Switching from MBC to Netflix, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo will star alongside Seo In Guk in the romantic K-drama Boyfriend on Demand. Details are limited, but filming is ongoing and recently finished in the Philippines. Confirmed to be released in 2026, here’s everything we know about Boyfriend on Demand.
Boyfriend on Demand is an upcoming South Korean Netflix Original romantic drama directed by Kim Jung Shik. The K-drama was meant to be broadcast on the South Korean network MBC, but it has been reported by Naver that it will be released on Netflix instead.
In the days following Naver’s report, Netflix officially confirmed the news as true, reporting that the series is currently in production.
When is the Netflix release date for Boyfriend on Demand?
At the time of writing, an official release date hasn’t been announced.
A 2026 release is expected.
What is the plot of Boyfriend on Demand?
Seo Mi Rae, a webtoon producer, is on a quest for love but wants a partner without any risks. To find her ideal match, she signs up for a virtual dating simulator called Monthly Boyfriend, which allows her to experience risk-free relationships with hundreds of men. But upon encountering unrealistically perfect boyfriends, it awakens her desires for romance.
Who are the cast members of Boyfriend on Demand?
Kim Ji Soo aka Jisoo has been cast as Seo Mi Rae. She is one of four members of the world-popular K-pop group BLACKPINK, which she has been a member of for nearly nine years. She has only held two leading roles in the K-dramas Newtopia and Snowdrop. Her previous roles came as guest appearances in the K-dramas Part-Time Idol, The Producers, YG Future Strategy Office, and Arthdral Chronicles.
The character of Seo Mi Rae has been described as:
“Seo Mi-rae, who longs for a second chance at love in virtual reality. Accustomed to a nonexistent dating life due to her hectic schedule, Mi-rae receives a ‘Monthly Boyfriend’ device by chance. Entering this virtual reality, she encounters unrealistically perfect boyfriends, awakening her dormant desires for romance.”
Picture: Kim Ji Soo performing on stage in BLACKPINK
Seo In Guk plays Park Gyeong Nam. The actor has an incredibly busy schedule ahead of him, as he is due to star in upcoming K-dramas Twelve, Smoking Gun, Literalism, and In Your Brilliant Season. He has been seen on Netflix before in Café Minamdang, and in guest roles in Navillera and Abyss. The actor made a name for himself early in his career when he starred in the popular K-drama Reply 1997 as Yoon Yoon Je.
The character of Park Gyeong Nam has been described as:
“Mi-rae’s colleague and rival webtoon producer. He’s capable and competent at work, but Mi-rae feels uneasy around him. Despite his indifferent and cold demeanor, he’s a character with surprising secrets, sure to stir emotions in Mi-rae.”
Picture: Seo In Guk in Café Minamdang
Confirmed actors for supporting roles are;
- Ryu Abel
- Park Ji Ho as Kim Seung Hun.
- Kang Min Woo.
- Song Ha Na.
- Yoo Sun Ho.
- Kim Sung Cheol.
- Gong Min Jung.
- Seo Hyo Rim.
- Ko Kyu Pil.
Lee Soo Hyuk, and Park Ha Young will are confirmed for guest roles.
What is the production status of Boyfriend on Demand?
As reported by Naver, filming is underway. However, a filming schedule hasn’t been released, and it’s unclear when filming will end.
In the report overseas filming in the Philippines has already finished.
JISOO AND SEO INGUK SPOTTED FILMING BOYFRIEND ON DEMAND pic.twitter.com/vsgaYhhJ7C
— blackpink (@blckpinkpic) February 2, 2025
What is the episode count?
The series will have a total of ten episodes.
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