Here’s a handpicked selection of some of the most enchanting and engaging K-dramas that are an absolute must-add to your watchlist. From tales of self-discovery to historical intrigues, and from heartwarming romances to fantasy realms, there’s something for every drama lover.
Here’s a little list of all the K-drama’s in this post:
- Crash Landing on You
- What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
- My ID is Gangnam Beauty
- Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
- Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo
- True Beauty
- Hotel Del Luna
- Hwarang
- Because This Is My First Life
- Itaewon Class
Crash Landing on You
A story where a girl from South Korea accidentally lands in North Korea. In “Crash Landing on You,” that’s exactly what happens to Yoon Se-ri. She meets a North Korean soldier named Ri Jeong-hyeok who helps her, and they fall in love. The show is about their unusual love story and how they deal with the challenges of being from different countries.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
Ever wondered what it’s like to work for a big boss? In this drama, Kim Mi-so is the secretary to a big company CEO, Lee Young-joon. He’s used to having her around, but when she wants to quit her job, he realizes he needs her more than he thought. The show is about their funny and sometimes confusing relationship.
Platforms where you find this drama: Viki, Netflix
My ID is Gangnam Beauty
This show is about a girl named Kang Mi-rae who used to feel insecure about her looks. She gets plastic surgery to feel better, but she realizes that how you look isn’t as important as how you feel about yourself. Mi-rae goes to college and faces different challenges, like love and friendship. The show teaches us that being confident in who you are is what truly matters.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki
Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
Do you know someone who has superpowers? Bong Soon has super strength! She uses her powers to help people and catch bad guys. While she’s strong, she’s also a bit shy. The show is about her adventures and how she learns to be proud of herself while falling in love with her friend Guk-doo and her boss Min-hyuk.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki
Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo
Kim Bok-joo is a weightlifter who loves sports. She goes to college and meets her childhood friend Joon-hyung. He’s on the swim team and helps Bok-joo through different challenges. The drama is about their friendship turning into love, and how they learn about growing up, chasing dreams, and supporting each other.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki
True Beauty
In “True Beauty,” a girl named Jugyeong learns that while looking pretty is nice, being yourself is even more important. She uses makeup to hide her face, but she discovers that being honest about who you are matters the most. The show talks about how friends and love can help you feel good about yourself.
Platforms where you find this drama: Viki, iQIYI, Viu
Hotel Del Luna
Imagine a hotel where people who are alive and people who have passed away stay. “Hotel Del Luna” is about that special place. It tells stories of the people who come to stay there, and how they learn important lessons about life and love. The show has a bit of magic and mystery too.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki, Viu
Hwarang
“Hwarang” is a story from a long time ago in Korea. It’s about a group of young warriors who become friends and face challenges together. They have exciting adventures, and the show teaches us about loyalty, friendship, and helping others.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki, Viu
Because This is My First Life
This show is about three people who live in the same house. Each person has their own dreams and problems. As they spend time together, they become good friends and learn to understand each other. It’s a story about finding happiness, love, and supporting each other.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki, Viu
Itaewon class
“Itaewon Class” is about a person named Sae-ro-yi who opens a restaurant. He faces many difficulties and challenges, but he doesn’t give up. Along the way, he makes new friends who help him. The show talks about hard work, dreams, and the importance of being true to yourself.
Platforms where you find this drama: Netflix, Viki, Viu
Thank you so much for reading my list of 10 drama’s you should watch! I hope you enjoyed and if you have time I’d recommend this post: What is Wonyoungism?
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