BLACKPINK member Jisoo has claimed the number one spot on the Netflix global weekly chart with her new romantic comedy series Boyfriend on Demand. The Korean drama debuted at the top of the streaming platform’s Non-English TV list, beating out competition from around the world and proving the idol-turned-actress’s growing power as a leading lady.
The 10-episode series, which dropped on Netflix on March 6, 2026, has quickly become a must-watch for K-drama fans everywhere. According to data released by Netflix on March 18, the show racked up 4.8 million views and a massive 47.8 million viewing hours for the week ending March 15. Those numbers were enough to push it to the top of the weekly rankings.
Global Domination Across 47 Countries
Boyfriend on Demand didn’t just perform well in South Korea. The series made it onto the Top 10 list in 47 different countries around the world. Viewers from places as diverse as Brazil, India, Japan, Mexico, Nigeria, the Philippines, and Vietnam all tuned in to watch Jisoo’s latest acting project.
The show also maintained its popularity for two weeks in a row. It kept the number one spot in terms of viewing hours for the second consecutive week, showing that word-of-mouth is helping the series find new audiences even after its initial release.
In South Korea, the drama topped the TV-OTT integrated drama buzz rankings for two straight weeks according to Good Data Corporation’s Fundex. Jisoo herself ranked first in cast member buzz, while her co-star Seo In-guk came in second.
What Is ‘Boyfriend on Demand’ About?
The series follows Seo Mi-rae (played by Jisoo), a hardworking webtoon producer who is exhausted by her real-life struggles and lack of romance. Looking for an escape, she signs up for a virtual dating subscription service that lets her experience dates with simulated ideal partners.
Things get complicated when she has to work closely with her talented but distant colleague Park Gyeong-nam (played by Seo In-guk). Their constant bickering at the office slowly turns into something more, blurring the lines between the fantasy world Mi-rae has created and her real feelings.
“The realistic romance story they portrayed naturally blended the fantastical premise of a ‘virtual boyfriend subscription service’ with genuine emotional depth, enhancing immersion,” one review noted.
The show was directed by Kim Jung-sik, who previously worked on No Gain, No Love, and written by Namgung Do-young. All 10 episodes dropped at once, allowing fans to binge the entire season in one go.
Star-Studded Cast and Special Appearances
One of the biggest talking points around the series has been its impressive lineup of actors. Besides leads Jisoo and Seo In-guk, the show features a who’s who of popular Korean stars in special cameo roles.
The list of special appearances includes:
- Seo Kang-joon as Eun-ho, a campus heartthrob who manipulates first love memories
- Lee Soo-hyuk as Si-woo, a third-generation chaebol who looks like he stepped out of a webtoon
- Lee Jae-wook as a doctor with a tough exterior but soft heart
- Kim Young-dae in a Joseon-era character role
- Kim Sung-cheol as Mi-rae’s ex-boyfriend Se-jun
- Ong Seong-wu, Jay Park, and Lee Sang-yi also making memorable appearances
This casting choice fits perfectly with the show’s premise. Since the story involves Mi-rae trying out different virtual boyfriends, viewers get to see her interact with a different handsome actor in almost every episode.
Jisoo’s Performance Wins Over Global Audiences
Before the show’s release, some had questioned Jisoo’s acting abilities. A few early viewers pointed out that her emotional expressions and vocal delivery felt awkward in the first episodes. But international audiences have embraced her performance wholeheartedly.
On Rotten Tomatoes, the series scored an impressive 95 percent on the Average Popcornmeter, making it the highest-rated Korean series debut of 2026. The audience score reflects positive reactions from viewers around the world.
Jisoo plays multiple versions of herself throughout the series as Mi-rae experiences different virtual dating scenarios. She appears as a doctor, a college freshman, a webtoon character, and a flight attendant across various episodes. This variety gave her the chance to show different sides of her acting range.
Critics have praised the chemistry between Jisoo and Seo In-guk. “Their grounded take on love pulls a fantasy setup into real emotions, boosting immersion. Jisoo’s versatile charm and Seo In-guk’s flawless dual role are key to the show’s appeal,” according to SBS Entertainment News.
Seo In-guk Shines in Dual Role
Seo In-guk, who plays the male lead Park Gyeong-nam, also pulls double duty in the series. He portrays both the cold office colleague and a virtual boyfriend character named Gu Young-il. His ability to switch between these two very different personas has earned him praise from fans and critics alike.
The actor has a long history in Korean dramas and is known for titles like Shopaholic Louis, The Smile Has Left Your Eyes, and Doom at Your Service. His pairing with Jisoo in this series has been described as “swoon-worthy” by many viewers.
Other Korean Dramas in the Netflix Top 10
Boyfriend on Demand wasn’t the only Korean content to make waves on Netflix this week. Two other K-dramas also landed spots in the global Non-English TV Top 10.
Phantom Lawyer, a legal fantasy drama starring Yoo Yeon-seok and Esom, came in at number seven with 1.8 million views. The show follows a lawyer who ends up in a courtroom battle with a prosecutor who has her own strict sense of justice.
Still Shining, a romantic series featuring Park Jin-young and Kim Min-joo, took the number ten spot with 1.2 million views. It tells the story of an athlete whose dreams are shattered by an injury and the woman who helps him find hope again.
This strong showing proves that Korean dramas continue to dominate streaming platforms worldwide, with multiple shows finding audiences across different countries.
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Where to Watch ‘Boyfriend on Demand’
All 10 episodes of Boyfriend on Demand are available for streaming right now exclusively on Netflix. Viewers in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, and around the world can watch the series with subtitles in multiple languages.
The show was partially filmed in the Philippines, with scenes shot in Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu back in February 2025. This location shooting adds an extra layer of interest for fans in Southeast Asia.
For those who haven’t started watching yet, the full season is available to binge immediately. With all episodes out now, there is no waiting for weekly releases.
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