Introduction

Wang Yibo is a versatile actor and performer. The question often arises about whether he has been involved in BL, or Boys' Love dramas. This article aims to clarify this question, as well as address his role in the popular drama “The Untamed”.

No Official BL Dramas

Despite some misinterpretations and rumors, it's important to clarify that Wang Yibo has not acted in an official, or traditionally recognized BL drama.

The Untamed Context

The primary source of this confusion often stems from the drama, "The Untamed" (陈情令). While the drama is based on a danmei novel (a Chinese BL genre) , the TV series itself is not considered a BL drama.

Bromance vs. BL

"The Untamed" is categorized as a wuxia drama and a “bromance,” focusing on the strong bonds between the two male leads. While the drama has some subtle hints of a romantic nature, these are not overtly stated, and the romantic aspects of the novel were significantly diluted in the TV adaptation.

Fan Interpretations

Many fans may interpret the relationship between Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan’s characters in "The Untamed" romantically, but these interpretations are fan-made, and not confirmed in the drama itself. The two characters are not presented in a clear and traditional romantic relationship in the show.

Censorship Issues

The reason that "The Untamed" is not a traditional BL drama, is because the genre is often censored in China, meaning that any direct romantic content between two male characters is not allowed on screen.

Conclusion

To be clear, Wang Yibo has not acted in any official Boys’ Love or BL drama. However, his role in "The Untamed" has often been mistaken for this because of its source material, and the close dynamic of the two male leads in the story.

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