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Boyfriend on Demand’ Becomes Netflix Top-5 Hit With 2.6 Million Views

Strong viewer scores outpace mixed reviews, with the stars framing its VR romance as a grounded, therapeutic story.

Overview

  • Netflix launched the limited K-drama globally on March 6 as a 10-episode binge release.
  • The series holds a Top 5 position on Netflix’s Global Most Watched list, reaching No. 4 this week.
  • Audience reaction is notably strong with a 95% score, compared with roughly 65% from critics.
  • The story centers on overworked webtoon producer Seo Mi-rae (Jisoo) who explores a lifelike virtual‑dating subscription called Boyfriend on Demand.
  • In new interviews, Jisoo and Seo In‑guk describe the show as relatable and potentially healing, stressing personal growth drawn from VR experiences.