Dive Into the World of K-Dramas: 4 Mind-Blowing Must-Watch K-Dramas
The K-Drama trend is ruling the entertainment world over the past few years. Have you ever guessed what makes K-Dramas the most watched and cherished drama despite its obvious language barrier? The K-Drama craze is engaging enough to pique the viewer’s curiosity, from heart-fluttering romantic comedies and historical dramas to exciting thrillers, where you can resonate and make an emotional reference to the characters. Though, there is plenty for everyone to enjoy, we picked 4 mind-blowing must-watch K-Dramas for you.
The King’s Affection
Did you know the period drama, ‘The King’s Affection‘ made history after becoming the first K-Drama to International Emmy? Set during the Joseon dynasty, when delivering twins was considered an ominous sign, the drama follows the secret life of a princess who pretends to be the Crown Prince after her twin brother is killed in childhood. Scared of her identity being disclosed, she finds it hard to rely on almost anyone, opting to be quiet and somewhat emotionally distant. However, things unfold after a handsome, intelligent, and optimistic tutor appears in the story.
Interestingly, the director of ‘The King’s Affection’ had to cast tall actors as the lead cast as Rowoon, who plays Jung Ji-un, is very tall. Everyone in the K-Drama calls it the tallest cast lineup in K-Drama history!
Watch this strange and thrilling palace romance that raised the fame of K-Drama to the world.
Tomorrow
When was the last time you watched a supernatural fantasy? Long before? Or not yet? Either way, kick-start your K-Drama journey with the incredibly unique mystical drama, ‘Tomorrow‘, enclosed with rather morbid and dark undertones featuring an exceptionally talented cast of actors. Based on the story of three Grim Reapers who belong to a crisis management team entrusted with the task of saving people from taking their own lives to make them live out their set lifespans and ease the underworld’s overcrowding.
You will not be disappointed with this as it is one of the best fantasy K-Dramas whose characters have their respective charm and wits. Try not to delay your time streaming this global success K-Drama on Netflix to watch a never-before-seen drama, as you are already at the eleventh hour.
Her Private Life
You may be in trouble when you search for an easy-to-watch K-Drama every nook and cranny and end up finding something that needs a lot of thinking in reality. No need to worry anymore, you reached the right place as the K-Drama ‘Her Private Life‘ is about the nature of a fan girl, is worth tuning in for those who feel like unwinding themselves. This romantic comedy-drama is about an artist who falls in love with an art curator who is a die-hard K-Pop fan. You will be super-impressed with the characterization of the cast, especially Ryan Gold, played by actor Kim Jae-wook.
It is hard not to get immersed in this charming universe of dating and romance because ‘Her Private Life’ has already proved its undeniable appeal to the global audience. Feel all the butterflies from soup to nuts with this guaranteed series to binge in one go.
Big Mouth
Like most people, do you think K-Dramas only have romantic series? They may be in the top best K-Drama category, but there are some excellent thrillers and mysteries too. You can add ‘Big Mouth‘ to this list. The story of this drama is about an under-performing lawyer who catches up in a murder case and becomes the notorious and genius con man, Big Mouse, overnight to catch the killer.
If you are a thriller drama type, experience this graphic novel-type K-Drama, cleverly plotted with exaggerated villains, brutality and stylised prison settings. Amazingly, love-hate relationships and funny arguments in the drama are portrayed with some quirky elements whereas the meeting in the jail will break us absolutely in different ways.
Additionally, ‘Big Mouth’ is the highest expected return of actor Lee Jong-suk to the television series after his military service. It is available to watch on the Disney+ Hotstar platform.
