Netflix Renews Hit Japanese Reality Series ‘Badly in Love’ for Season 2
UPDATE: Netflix has just announced the highly anticipated renewal of its hit Japanese reality dating series, Badly in Love, for Season 2. This decision comes on the heels of overwhelming global fan demand and follows the dramatic finale of Season 1, which captivated audiences just a few weeks ago.
The series, which focuses on young adults known as yankiis—who have backgrounds shaped by delinquency—has taken the streaming world by storm. After its debut earlier this month, Badly in Love surged to the top of Netflix’s charts in Japan for two consecutive weeks and achieved remarkable popularity across Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and Hong Kong. It even secured a spot in the No. 8 position on Netflix’s Global Top 10 list for non-English-language TV shows.
Created by Megumi, the show features 11 men and women, all with connections to gang culture and personal struggles, placed in a secluded academy. Throughout their journey, participants explore romantic relationships while confronting their tumultuous pasts, resonating deeply with viewers through its genuine emotions and departure from typical dating show clichés.
In a thrilling twist, Season 2 will shift the scenery from an urban environment to a picturesque seaside setting, aiming to introduce fresh dynamics as a new group of participants navigates love and personal challenges. The core concept remains intact, but audiences can expect added layers of complexity and emotion.
Hosts Megumi, alongside rapper AK-69 and comedian Nagano, expressed their excitement about the renewal. Megumi stated, “I’m truly delighted that Season 2 has been greenlit so quickly. Since the series’ release, it has been incredibly meaningful for all of us to see the yankii culture—something we consider to be ‘ultra-Japan’—reach not only audiences in Japan, but viewers around the world. We will continue to pour our hearts into Season 2 so that audiences can experience even more of the raw charm of yankii who live every moment to the fullest.”
Currently, Season 1 of Badly in Love is streaming on Netflix, capturing the hearts of many. With the confirmation of Season 2, fans are eager to see what new adventures await as the series continues to break boundaries and redefine reality dating shows.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as viewers around the globe eagerly anticipate the next chapter in Badly in Love.
