Taming the Bad Boy

New student Park Jin U thought transferring schools would mean a fresh start, but on his first day, he becomes the target of the school's most intimidating delinquent, Ko Tae Seop. Played by openly gay K-pop star Holland, Tae Seop's initial curiosity toward Jin U quickly spirals into something neither boy expected. Yet this isn't just a romance—it's a raw, unflinching look at the pervasive homophobia and bullying LGBTQ+ students face in South Korean high schools. Over the course of just two episodes, the series weaves together a tender enemies-to-lovers arc with harrowing scenes of harassment, a much-needed sex education lesson from a legendary cameo, and a spotlight on the joy and resilience of queer friendship. While the central couple's journey feels rushed due to the short runtime, the emotional weight of the story—and a poignant after-credits scene—makes this a vital, if brief, watch.