Whether the show jokingly pushes a homosexual connection, is one elaborate plan to fool another character or even showcases a real on-screen gay couple, after viewing these 12 dramas that dabble with homosexuality you may have some new ships in the making. 

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1. 'Life is beautiful'

'Life Is Beautiful' has definitely gained attention in mainstream dramas these days for supporting LGBT viewpoints with a modern gay couple. It highlights the struggles between Yeon-joo and Kyung-soo whose parents are expecting them to settle down and marry soon. The two love birds share many awe-inspiring and even trifling moments that occur between any two people who are madly in love.

2. 'Reply 1994'

 
It may come as news to some, but the many of the 'Reply' series highlighted some real sweetheart romance between two guys more than once! Homosexual relationships are well developed in 'Reply 1994' because it delicately portrays the male characters' blossoming some interesting feelings for each other. Jung Woo and B1A4 Baro's characters really build up a strong romantic atmosphere/tension with their displays of care and affection, but it appears more one-sided as Baro is the only one questioning his orientation.

It gets even more intense as they even share a kiss! It may have been done indirectly through a drinking game, but maybe the feelings were 100% true? In the end the feelings become more affectionate than intimate as Baro ends up with a girl and still looks up to Jung Woo in a brotherly way. Even still their constant 'I'll be there' caring attitude makes them irresistible ship material.

3. 'Reply 1997'

The cute relationship surrounding Yunjae and Junhee will have you shipping the two for days! Throughout the series, a lot of romantic tension builds up between them. The shared glances, the countless 'bromantic' moments, not to mention their awe-worthy bed scene. With so much going on, this confession scene really shows how genuine Junhee's feelings are, but it may sadly remain one-sided.

4. 'Cheese in the trap'

In episode 5 of 'Cheese In The Trap,' Seol's neighbor Gong Joo Yong and TA Heo Yoon Seob are engaged in a secret love affair, keeping their relationship secret from family and friends.  Gong Joo Yong even leaves his home and family behind just to pursue his romantic desires with Heo Yoon. However, despite the problems they face, their gay relationship is openly revealed in later episodes and discussed among Hong Seol and company.

5. 'secret garden'

'Secret Garden' had a unique storyline as it also dabbled with the idea of being a Hallyu Wave star. While some were paving their way to fame, the character Sun was dealing with another circumstance. In the end he openly reveals he likes men and is gay, with the main character Osaka making a wise crack of, "So what? There are many people like that in this industry." Although there was no strong romantic spark between the two, it is still interesting to see Sun grow as a character and his inevitable coming out.

6. 'Personal taste'

In 'Personal Taste,' the DAC director and an important investor for Jun Jin Ho (Lee Min Ho), Ryu Seung Ryong, starts developing real feelings for Jun Jin Ho, after mistaking the sexuality of Jung Jin Ho, who does pretend to be gay in order to room with a woman 'Three's Company' style. Throughout the drama they encounter some awkward, but somewhat cute, moments shared together and with such a unique plot, everyone can expect some hysterical moments involving the homosexual impostor. 

7.'Seonam Girls High School Investigators' 

  Believe it or not, 'Seonam Girls High School Investigators' became a little daring as it even portrayed a kissing between two female school students! Sooyeon and Eunbin are worried that their secret relationship will be exposed because of photos getting accidentally leaked of them. Although they want to break up, the couldn't resist kissing and remaining stronger together! Although it garnered huge controversy, the directors later revealed that "homosexual students that [they] actually met with told [them] that they do receive unfair treatment at school because of their sexual orientation" and that "[they] came to produce this drama in hopes that diversity will become accepted."

8. 'you're beautiful'

This drama really goes the distance with playfully flirtatious vibes between two guys. The main character Go Mi-nam is actually a girl in disguise posing as her brother who is a leader of a K-Pop band. Turns out band member Jeremy gets THE biggest crush on Go Mi-nam and the skinship that goes on from there is all history. The awkward shyness shared between the two, and not to mention the hilarious fantasies, helps 'You're Beautiful' take a humorous approach on gay relationships.

9. 'Coffee Prince'

The most renowned gay plot in K-Dramas, 'Coffee Prince' exhibits the beautiful relationship between Choi Han-kyul and Go Eun-chan. Go Eun-chan pretends to be a boy in order to work in the cafe with Choi Han-kyul and, as the story progresses, Choi Han-kyul begins to fall for Go Eun-chan, questioning his sexual orientation and acceptance in the process. He soon reveals gender is no issue and kisses Go Eun-chan while he still believes him to be a boy.

10. 'Hogu's Love'

'Hogu's Love' has a really sweet way of portraying the gay romance between Gangchul and Kang Hogu. Gangchul is left alone after taking Hogyeong home from a blind date. He then is told to picture the face of the prettiest person he's ever met in his life- turns out that person was none other than Kang Hogu!

Although Gangchul isn't actually gay (he does get Do Hee pregnant), he drunkenly admits to being gay and, as the show continues, tries to kiss Hogu while he is sleeping! It is interesting to see this slow but steady display of 'coming out' as it adds to the twists and turns of this drama while Gangchul rediscovers who his high school love is. 

11. 'The Lover'

Takuya and Junjae are probably one of the biggest anticipation builders when it comes to male x male romance! They don't shy away from intense scenes (like the one above) and heating things up on set and in your mind. Although it can be seen as one big tease, Takuya and Junjae definitely make for one cute ship! Their screen time is limited but each moment after becomes more playfully flirtatious! Plus, it is totally refreshing to see the iconic wrist-grab again when it happens between two guys!