TOP 10 KOREAN DRAMA

Korean dramas are becoming more and more popular, we have witnessed a rise in Korean series. With the success of Squid games we saw many venture into the world of Korean drama in hopes to find a different kind of entertainment, they have very complex plot twist and have many hooked. Here is a look at the top 10 Korean drama’s of the moment.

10. KILL ME, HEAL ME

Heart-wrenching, heartwarming, and unforgettable these are the words that came to mind after I finished this show. Kill Me, Heal Me is a comedy-drama about a third-generation billionaire who suffers from memory lapses and multiple personality disorder caused by a traumatic experience in his childhood. As his personality scatters into seven different identities, he secretly asks for the help of a first-year psychiatry student in treating his disorder. Eventually, she falls in love with one of his personalities.

9.  MOONLIGHT DRWAN BY CLOUDS

Moonlight Drawn by Clouds, or Love in the Moonlight as it’s also often called, is a historical romance with some light melodrama. It features a lovely, charismatic cast along with fantastic sets, costumes, and writing. Its touch of modern humor gives it a fun and playful feel.

This historical coming-of-age drama tells the story of a prince that falls deeply in love with a girl disguised as a eunuch. The pair faces a series of formidable challenges as they battle the odds to protect their secret relationship and overcome threats to the throne. The first half of the series focuses primarily on the couple’s romance and fun dynamic, while the second half centers primarily on politics.

8. PRISON PLAYBOOK

This series has many things to offer. Each story it tells will touch you, and you will love each of the main characters. Its portrayal of friendships—both in and out of prison—is heartwarming.

Prison Playbook tells the story of a baseball player who is sentenced to prison time. Flashbacks from the past slowly reveal why he and some other characters ended up incarcerated. The characters’ personal stories are absolutely beautiful, but overall, the show feels more like a comedy than a crime/law drama.

7. THE LONELY AND GREAT GOD

If you like fantasy romances with stories that span centuries, you should give this one a try. Goblin (also known by other names including Guardian: The Lonely and Great God) is an interesting ride with a fresh and unique story told beautifully across 16 episodes in a visually stunning manner.

6. PINNOCHIO

Are you looking for a drama with a complex story? Watch this one and you will be stunned over how just how much it manages to pack into 20 episodes. Pinocchio tells the story of a man who was terribly wronged by a cold-hearted reporter. All the man can think about is revenge. Suddenly, he develops feelings for the daughter of his enemy. The girl has “Pinocchio syndrome,” so every time she lies, she also hiccups. More often than not, this forces her to tell the truth.

5. WOMAN OF DIGNITY

If you are looking for an intense and fast-paced mature drama with excellent acting, dialog, and comedic flourishes, you should give this melodrama a go. Woman of Dignity centers on the life of a rich family. The comfortable life of the elegant Woo Ah-Jin, who lives a luxurious life due to her wealthy father-in-law, slowly comes apart with the arrival of the new caretaker for the rich man. Park Bok-Ja, the new caretaker, is a poor woman. She enters the household with a singular goal—to become part of the family and lift herself out of the lower class once and for all.

4. STRONG WOMAN DO BONG SOON

If you are still looking for a fun drama that mixes romantic comedy with some darker crime elements (and features adorable leads with unreal levels of cuteness), then Strong Woman Do Bong Soon should be your next watch. This show is fronted by a strong heroine and an appreciative, dreamy hero.

3. THE HEIRS

The Heirs is a satisfying drama that tells the story of star-crossed lovers Kim Tan and Go Eun Sang. Kim Tan is the rich heir to the Empire Group. He comes to the U.S. to attend school. While living in the States, he meets Go Eun Sang, who came to the country with her sister with the hope of a better life. Tan meets Sang at the lowest moment of her life. His heart breaks for her and he decides to take her to his home in Korea. Things get complicated when we discover that Eun Sang’s mother is a housekeeper in Tan’s home. And there are even more surprises ahead.

2. MY LOVE FROM THE STAR/YOU WHO CAME FROM THE STARS

If you are a fan of fantasy melodramas, you should definitely check this one out. This drama took the world not just Korea by storm when it aired. My Love From Another Star (also called You Who Came from the Stars) tells the story of a centuries-old alien with superpowers. He is trapped on Earth and is working as a university professor. All he can think of is how to get back home, but he changes his mind when he meets a popular actress.

1. DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN

Descendants of the Sun was a mega-hit when it first aired on TV. It had ratings of over 40% and it won several KBS drama awards. Since the series was produced before its airing, the storyline couldn’t be extended simply due to viewer ratings. Apparently, that’s the reason why it ended after 16 episodes despite its massive popularity.