Ota promises that the upcoming season will continue to highlight compassion and personal growth, featuring unique perspectives and backstories.

The original hosts, including Megumi, Chiaki Horan, Thelma Aoyama, Durian Lollobrigida, and Yoshimi Tokui, will return to guide the narrative of the new season.

The success of the first season has significantly boosted the social media followings of its nine participants, averaging a 120-fold increase since the series aired.

Despite the show's success, Japan remains the only G7 nation that does not legally recognize same-sex marriages or provide protections for LGBTQ+ couples.

Participants have leveraged their newfound fame for various opportunities, including television appearances and features on magazine covers.

Netflix has officially announced the return of its Japanese same-sex dating reality series 'The Boyfriend' for a second season, following the show's successful debut in July 2023.

The first season of 'The Boyfriend' gained significant popularity, maintaining a position in Netflix's Weekly Top 10 Series chart in Japan for six consecutive weeks.

The renewal of the series comes after it performed strongly both domestically and internationally, capturing the attention of a wide audience.

This announcement coincides with a recent ruling by Japan's Fukuoka High Court, which declared the ban on same-sex marriage unconstitutional, reflecting a shift in societal attitudes towards marriage equality.

Executive producer Dai Ota emphasized the show's commitment to authentically portraying same-sex relationships, friendship, and personal growth, which are central themes of the series.

Season 2 will introduce a new group of young men who will share their personal stories of sexuality while living together in a beachside residence known as 'The Green Room.'

In this new setting, participants will forge connections while operating a coffee truck together, facilitating deeper interactions.