Recommendations: Favorite Korean Dramas
My list of watched Korean Dramas is pretty short. 24 dramas, not counting the other 10 dramas I dropped or didn't complete. The list, however is mostly romcoms. But that's the thing about this genre, it is plague with romance. Unless the viewer decides to expand, she/he will forever be stuck inside a box of cuteness and fluff. There are other dramas that deserve attention. Cruel, mysterious, and heartwretching, stories that stir your emotions and mind. But doesn't mean you have to limit yourself to masterpieces. Slowly expand your horizons, your taste, and you'll be surprise in what Korean dramas can offer.
The recommendation list, however, is a combination of both. There are dramas here that left a different impression and made me happy with what it offered. And there are the one that sticks and can never be shaken off.
Ex-Girlfriend Club. A crazy treat. Watch this for funny cat fights and Byun Yo-han.
She Was Pretty. Most satisfying finale that I have witnessed. A heroine you can root for and a romance that sizzles.
You From Another Star. A nice refresher to the world of Korean dramas. Quirky and funny. Jun Ji-hyun’s Cheong Song-yi is iconic.
I Remember You. A spunky heroine and an intriguing psychopath. Light on the romance but heavy on the mystery. Seo In-guk and Park Bo-gum’s bromance is the highlight of this show.
Splash Splash Love. A little dose of heaven. Two episodes of a light, funny, and satisfying story. Beats every 16-episode romantic drama out there.
Signal. Unbeatable in every aspect. Mind-numbing and heart-pounding. So great, you crave for more. (AFJ)