'His Man' creators return with Korea's first bisexual dating show

The official poster for Wavve's upcoming reality dating show "StandBIMe" / Courtesy of Wavve

Streaming platform Wavve will launch a new bisexual dating show "StandBIMe" on June 19, following its gay dating series, "His Man."

The new series introduces a format that allows cast members to explore various romantic connections regardless of gender. Participants will pursue relationships without predetermined boundaries, focusing entirely on personal attraction and romantic possibilities to find the dynamic they truly desire.

A scene from the teaser for "StandBIMe" / Captured from YouTube

Wavve said that "StandBIMe" is produced by the company behind "His Man," with Kim Hyun-kyung serving as director. Kim previously directed Season 4 of "His Man."

Breaking away from the conventional dating show formula, "StandBIMe" captures the cast members getting to know each other and exploring their feelings. As the cast navigates shifting dynamics during their time together, the participants' journey to face their true emotions is expected to be the primary draw.

A scene from the teaser for "StandBIMe" / Captured from YouTube

The official poster and teaser have also been released. The poster features three participants seated side by side as seen from behind, utilizing a unique composition to imply fluid romantic dynamics that are not fixed in a single direction. Accompanied by the tagline, "Every possibility we may love," the imagery builds anticipation for the series' differentiated atmosphere.

Wavve also released the official poster and teaser. The poster features three participants seated side by side from behind, suggesting fluid romantic relationships. Accompanied by the tagline, "Love, in every possible way," the imagery builds anticipation for the series' unique premise.

A scene from the teaser for "StandBIMe" / Captured from YouTube

The newly released teaser highlights the cast's shifting emotions as they seek romantic connections. In one scene, a participant asks, "What gender were you expecting?" signaling a willingness to explore all relationship possibilities. The clip concludes with the cast navigating increasingly complex romantic dynamics and a final shot of three individuals seated on a beach.

A scene from the teaser for "StandBIMe" / Captured from YouTube

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.