Is the best man on Netflix‘s new same-sex dating show being ignored? According to his fans, the answer is a resounding “Yes!”
The Boyfriend is a Japanese dating reality series that follows nine young men over the course of one summer. They run a business–a coffee truck–while living together as they all search for love and friendship. So far, 8 of the show’s 10 episodes have aired, and many viewers have chosen their favorite couples, such as Dai and Shun.
Some viewers, however, feel that Kim Tae Heon, a 34-year-old designer from South Korea, isn’t getting the love he deserves.
taeheon really brought some beautiful moments into these last two eps. i need to see more of him! NETFLIX, WHERE IS HIS SCREENTIME??#TheBoyfriend pic.twitter.com/XDqU0op0yz
— JOJO
(@EIJICHERRY) July 23, 2024
another episode of the boyfriend where taeheon is completely ignored pic.twitter.com/OL1q8wm2g3
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(@monotonalbliss) July 24, 2024
According to some viewers, Tae Heon is the most underrated cast member, both in terms of his screen time and his relationships with his castmates, despite being a total catch.
I don’t understand japanese beauty standards bc why is Taeheon getting paid dust on #TheBoyfriend pic.twitter.com/n6sXOdjE2n
— Southern Homo (@SouthernHomo) July 17, 2024
taeheon is such a gem, i’ve never seen a reality show cast that speak nothing but truth like him. every single things that come out from his mouth is such intellect word by word. i love you queen 🫶
https://t.co/InlFN0qOyK
— q (@gyuutiipie) July 12, 2024
He’s so underrated on the show but my gawd. Taeheon is handsome, smart, & a good friend that gives great advice. He’s such a catch & it’s lowkey upsetting that no one has even tried to get to know him on a more intimate level#태헌 #テホン #taeheon#TheBoyfriend #ボーイフレンド pic.twitter.com/XRT3j5gQGf
— Jaime 제이미
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(@jaimegerms) July 25, 2024
taeheon’s funny reactions vs. his straight up SERVES
way too underrated this man. #TheBoyfriend pic.twitter.com/tN3Yi3UhOD
— JOJO
“Why is [Tae Heon] being ignored?” one Reddit user asked r/gaybros, a subreddit community for gay men. “He’s clearly one of the most attractive.”
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Some viewers have speculated that the fact that Tae Heon is Korean might be a factor.
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Regardless, Tae Heon’s fans are showing him plenty of love online and looking forward to what else The Boyfriend has in store. The final two episodes will air on July 30.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VS2gv–0Pug
