One of the hottest Boys’ Love Korean animated stories there is out there, the Mignon manhwa adaptation is dropping its rich characters, emotional drama, and supernatural twists right into the heart of print.
It’s rare for a short Original Net Animation (ONA) to do so well that it’s awarded a longer adaptation in print. But if any title deserves it, it’s definitely Mignon.
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This new format promises to deepen the narrative and offer fans a fresh way to experience the intense relationships and high-stakes drama that made the anime a standout hit.
Mignon manhwa release date and exact time
The Mignon manhwa releases on January 31, 2026 at 10pm Korea Standard Time (KST).
The release times and schedule for international viewers vary based on their time zone.
| MIGNON MANHWA/TIMEZONE | SATURDAY, JANUARY 31/TIME |
| CT (Central Time) | 7am |
| ET (Eastern Time) | 8am |
| PST (Pacific Time) | 5am |
| GMT+8 | 9pm |
| GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) | 1pm |
| CET (Central European Time) | 2pm |
| IST (Indian Standard Time) | 630pm |
Where to read Mignon manhwa
You can read the official Mignon manhwa when it debuts on January 31 on Ridibooks, a popular South Korean digital platform for reading and purchasing ebooks, webtoons, and web novels.
Mignon follows the complex and emotional relationship between Mignon, a tough underground boxer, and Oh Young‑One, a doctor with a mysterious past.
The series combines romance, drama, and supernatural elements, all delivered with a mature tone that resonated strongly with BL fans around the world.
Watch the official Mignon manhwa trailer here
The original Mignon Anime
Mignon originally began as a Boys’ Love anime in South Korea, rather than a comic. The project was first announced in 2021, and after some delays, the full 12-episode series premiered on August 11, 2023.
Released as an ONA, the episodes typically ran between 5 and 10 minutes.
The anime was produced by ABJ Company and helmed by Bboong Bbang Kkyu, who served as both director and writer for each episode.
In 2025, a longer Master Version of the series was released on June 5, featuring updated visuals and expanded scenes, giving fans a richer and more immersive experience of the story.
Voice cast in Mignon anime
The anime featured a talented lineup of Korean voice actors, including Oh Minhyeok as Mignon and Kim Minju as Oh Young‑One.
Each actor brought depth and personality to their characters, helping to bring the emotionally charged story to life.
