Even as lovers, you might turn into rivals: love triangles level up as Korea’s first bisexual dating show Stand BI Me breaks gender boundaries

Key takeaways

• The bisexual dating show “Stand BI Me” premieres on June 19, 2026.
• It will stream exclusively on Wavve in Korea, while overseas viewers can watch it on iQIYI.
• The show is produced by the team behind “His Man” and directed by Kim Hyun-kyung.
• In its gender-blind format, contestants may become each other’s partners or rivals.

Every early summer, dating shows arrive one after another on major streaming platforms. If you’re tired of conventional male-female pairings, though, this year may bring a more exciting option. Korea’s first bisexual dating show, “Stand BI Me,” has announced its premiere date of June 19. The show completely breaks from traditional gender restrictions, allowing contestants to follow their hearts in search of true love.

• Related article: Still thinking about “Inside Out 2”? Pixar’s all-new 2027 blockbuster “Hoppers”: A jaded black cat ventures into Venice, the City of Canals!

The award-winning team behind “His Man” is back

A major reason the show has sparked widespread discussion on social media is its strong production team. The new program is made by the original team behind the popular dating show “His Man,” with Kim Hyun-kyung directing. In the past, the team has always excelled at capturing the subtle exchanges of glances and emotional tension between cast members in less mainstream relationship stories. This time, they turn their cameras toward the bisexual community, naturally raising viewers’ expectations for the genuine warmth behind the scenes.

When a crush and a rival are only a fine line apart

The title of the recently released official teaser reads, “We may end up together, or we may become rivals.” On most dating shows, it’s easy to guess how the pairings will unfold, yet “Stand BI Me” adopts a fully gender-blind format. That means anyone in the house could become anyone else’s potential partner. The teaser already offers a glimpse of a complex romantic entanglement. Once attraction is no longer bound by gender norms, the chemistry between people becomes even harder to predict – and truly more captivating than a scripted romance drama.

What makes this show most appealing isn’t deliberately manufactured conflict, but its willingness to bring the romantic journeys of a minority community to mainstream screens. In real life, bisexual people often face more invisible labels, while the reality show presents their sincerity and uncertainty from an objective perspective. If you enjoy unwinding with shows on the weekend, make a note of the premiere time and witness this unconventional romantic project.

Join POPBEE Circle and subscribe to the POPBEE newsletter to get the latest updates instantly, plus be the first to know about special perks and discounts. Aside from this piece, here are more stories you won’t want to miss: