Netflix‘s The Boyfriend, Japan’s first gay dating reality program, has grown increasingly popular as the season has progressed.
Unlike other dating programs, The Boyfriend‘s contestants have a goal outside of romance, which has added to many watchers’ experiences. The men must work together to run a food truck, allowing non-romantic bonds to form.
Though many contestants are well-liked, one potential couple has quickly become a fan favorite.
Dai and Shun, known as DaiShun, have kept viewers watching as the pair have grown closer romantically.
However, through the season, Shun has given mixed signals about his feelings for Dai, sparking concerns over their potential “endgame” status. These concerns only increased after recent episodes showed Dai having experiences with other contestants.
Dai and IKUO taking pics/selfies together…
Shun: “I’m not worried cus he won’t choose him, he will chose me” says with a clearly worried Look on his face 🤣#TheBoyfriend #ボーイフレンド #DaiShun #ShunDai #TheBoyfriendEP6 pic.twitter.com/450lFgYroZ
— EroClass (@class_ero) July 16, 2024
Shun watching Ikuo and Dai cracked me up 😂 #TheBoyfriend pic.twitter.com/nnR0GyCigY
— ash (@ampmtm_) July 16, 2024
The latest episode has gotten rid of these concerns in the best way!
On July 23, episodes 7 and 8 were added and saw the pair attempt to resolve the jealousy that arose with Dai’s time spent with Ikuo. Dai expresses his feelings for Shun, admitting that he might have fallen in love with him already.
Anyone that hating on Dai..doesn’t understand like, let’s say “love” word is too strong..but his feelings for shun is really genuine..he likes him, end of story. No one should questioning his feelings.#TheBoyfriend pic.twitter.com/pf8Ux9RhU7
— kay’ 🍫 (@darklusters) July 23, 2024
After a few ups and downs, the two finally get things sorted out, with Dai inviting Shun to sleep beside him. The two cuddle in and have a tension-filled moment together after Shun joins Dai.
At one point Shun sits up slightly, as Dai looks on. Dai then turns Shun to face him, bringing him in for a passionate and long-awaited kiss.
Fans of the couple have been thrilled by this latest development, seemingly ending the push and pull relationship between Dai and Shun.
shun initiated the move. SHUN INITIATED THE KISS. shun initiated everything for that passionate kiss!!!!! THEY ARE SO PERFECT FOR EACH OTHER!!! i can’t stress that enough 😭😭😭😭
#TheBoyfriend #DaiShun pic.twitter.com/gdxr2em6Nn— mill (@coffeibaobei) July 23, 2024
History was made. Romeo & Juliet? Jack & Rose who? This build-up, tension and kiss deserves its own art gallery at the MoMa. The chemistry they have needs to be studied for science. Nothing comes close to what they have ❤️🔥 #TheBoyfriend #DaiShun pic.twitter.com/c2fblsJd6V
— addy (@adzthemadz) July 23, 2024
how Shun never takes his eyes off Dai, showing his feelings and desires. But the the way Dai controlled himself, he really wanted to kiss him but he wanted to let Shun decide if he wants or not. This shows how respectful Dai is towards Shun #theboyfriend #daishun pic.twitter.com/M1nQmok5r0
— TaCosupport || Daishun (@tacosupp0rt) July 23, 2024
