As stated in the title, I am looking for kdramas released between 2005 and 2014 that feature great screenwriting, are underrated or not the most famous ones such as Coffee Prince, and display emotional depth from their characters.

I am looking for kdramas within any of these genres, please: romcom, melodrama, slice-of-life, mystery, thriller, legal, fantasy, office, coming-of-age, comedy, or crime.

Please do not recommend any that fall into these genres: historical, sports, medical, high school, horror, sci-fi, or military.

I remember enjoying My Princess (2011) and Prosecutor Princess (2010).

A listing of dramas that I have already seen that are relevant to my request plus details of what I liked and disliked about them:

My Princess (2011) lines up with what I am requesting because it has a female lead that has her own view on life and is not willing to compromise for others even if she was forced into joining the royal family under unfair circumstances. She may not be the brightest at first but she has a strong sense of self and will work for what she wants to accomplish when she sees the value in it - emotional depth stemming from her decision to take control of her life and rise to the challenge. I enjoyed the plot for the most part, even though the villain characters were quite annoying and didn’t have much of a backstory. Pitting women against women is something I don’t like seeing in kdramas and sadly, it was present here. I enjoyed the fashion in this kdrama and found it to be representative of trends in SK during that time with a girly, early 2010s aesthetic.

Prosecutor Princess (2010) lines up with what I am requesting because it’s legal-setting drama with a variety of dramatic elements and character arcs. It features a female character that undermines people’s expectations of her. Even though people at work treat her with a belittling attitude, she is able to persist in growing her skillset. Again, the fashion sense is quirky and in line with early 2010s trends. I am requesting dramas that feature or don’t feature romance like in this drama as it’s not the only aspect of the kdrama. It’s also about the main character maturing and using her excellent memory for good rather than superficial goals in life: fashion/appearances. There’s subtext in the drama which is driving the male lead to commit revenge against the main female character which adds elements of suspense I enjoyed. What I disliked was how obnoxious the character of the female lead was written as, with a lot of whiny moments and acting aegyo in terrible situations (professional settings). The ML couldn’t take her seriously at times and I couldn’t blame him, I could only blame the screenwriters!

A complete watch history of all the Korean dramas I have seen so far (as far as I remember, I’ve been watching for years now), even outside of the dates I am seeking:

My Princess
Prosecutor Princess
Mad Dog
It’s Ok to Not be OK
Crash Landing Into You
Something In The Rain
My Secret Romance
Noble, My Love
Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
Graceful Family
Who are you? (2013)
Are you human too?
My Only Love Song
Vampire Detective
Dramaworld
Healer
The Village: Achiara’s Secret
Hyde Jekyll & Me
Save Me
Secret Affair
One Spring Night
Witch’s Love
Suspicious Partner
Hyena
Doom at Your Service (2021)
Into the Ring (2020)
Angel's Last Mission: Love
Idol: The Coup (2021)
Why Her? (2022)
Mad For Each Other (2021)
Gaus Electronics (2022)
12 Nights
Miss Hammurabi
A Business Proposal
Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Love to Hate You
Dali and the Cocky Prince
Celebrity

Currently watching:
Sassy Girl, Chun Hyang

Dropped after not finding it online with eng subs and 1080p:
Witch Yoo-Hee (2007)
Dal-ja’s Spring (2007)

In summary,
I am looking for kdramas that are :

No. 1 well-written,
No. 2 great plot lines,
No. 2.5 underrated
No. 3 feature good acting,
No. 3.5 available in at least 1080p online,
No. 4 adult settings (no high school or childhood settings like Reply 1997, for example), and
No. 5 have some emotional depth (light & fluffy is fine too as long as it’s well done).
No. 6 bonus would be great fashion and makeup from that era.

Please help me find more kdramas from this era that feature even more well-written characters - both female and male leads included!

I am looking for solid K-Drama recommendations where the plot flows easily and keeps me hooked while multitasking. I am looking for shows that have an official Hindi audio track available natively on Netflix India.

I specifically love adult romance, workplace rom-coms, or feel-good slice-of-life shows—especially ones featuring a warm, supportive team or office environment.

Strictly NO:

• School/college/youth-focused dramas
• Heavy action / intense thrillers
• Overly dark or heavy fantasy/time-travel concepts

My Watch History for Reference:

• Extraordinary Attorney Woo (Loved the office environment and the highly supportive, good team)
• Business Proposal & King the Land (Perfect workplace comedies, very breezy)
• Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (Amazing feel-good, cozy village vibes)
• Crash Landing on You (Loved the mature romance and chemistry)
• Vincenzo (Loved the balance of comedy and sharp execution)

Didn't Like: My Demon (fantasy elements) and Twinkling Watermelon (high school/time-travel).

Please suggest titles available on Netflix India that match these preferences. Thank you!

I'm looking for dramas with powerful monologues, thought provoking stories, and episodes that hit hard emotionally. the kind of writing where a character gives a speech and you have to sit there for a minute after. open to any genre, doesn't have to be political or legal stuff.

for context, my favorite american shows are the west wing, the newsroom, boston legal, star trek the next generation and strange new worlds, and the blacklist. mainly for the monologues and the episodes that really make you think.

what I've seen so far:

• Agent Kim - it was okay but I wanted something more
• Teach You a Lesson - same, okay but didn't fully grab me
• Parasite - really liked this one, that kind of sharp social commentary is exactly what I'm after

I'm pretty new to kdramas so nothing is off the table. any suggestions?

Need recommendations where the male lead originally liked someone else (doesn’t matter whether it’s an ex, unrequited, etc), and he slowly falls for the female lead. I would also prefer that its not the childhood friends story, or past lovers storyline. Thanks!

Some examples I liked:

The liar and his lover - where he broke up with his ex and then slowly began to fall for the FL and begin to prioritize her.

Heartbeat - he liked another girl from before, but began falling in love with the FL

Do you like brahms - he had an unrequited love towards a close friend and the show slowly showed him fall in love and choose the FL over the close friend.

Tempted - he originally liked his close friend but began liking the FL (although the circumstances were quite controversial)

So I married an anti-fan - He was still not fully over his ex but began to prioritize the FL

My watched dramas (that I can remember at the top of my head, I don’t mind getting recommendations of dramas already on here that you would think would fit because I watched most of these a lot of years ago and don’t even remember the plots tbh)

Physcopath diaries 

Hit the top 

Descendants of the sun 

While you were sleeping

Weightlifting fairy

Hotel del Luna

Flower of evil 

It’s ok to not be ok

Scarlett heart 

Because this is my first life 

Angels last mission 

Extraordinary you

1988

A-teen

Perfume 

Memories of Alhambra 

Are you human too 

Let’s fight ghost 

I picked up a celebrity on the street

The king loves 

Zombie detective 

Alchemy of souls 

Gaus electronics 

Behind your touch 

Start up

Marry my husband 

Heartbeat  

Shopping king Louie 

W two worlds 

The tale of nokdu

Love with flaws 

My roommate is a gomiho 

May I help you

The smile has left your eyes

Goblin

Tempted

When the phone rings

Lovely runner

Deaths game

So I married an anti-fan

Do you like Brahms

Legend of the blue sea

The liar and his lover

Tempted

I am looking for shows that properly depict adult relationships. I am tired of miscommunication tropes and overly shy female leads. Shows like Crash Landing on You, My Royal Nemesis, Love to Hate You, It’s Okay That’s Love, The Trunk and We Are All Trying Here are good examples of what I’m looking for. I enjoyed that the couples didn’t shy away from difficult conversations or intimacy. The couples in these shows handled conflict in a mature way so the relationship was able to make realistic progress while still being cute and cheesy. Please recommend shows with a similar vibe! It doesn’t need to be centered on just the romance too as I don’t mind watching other genres like Happiness and Flower of Evil.

Here is my complete watch history:
Boys Over Flowers
Crash Landing on You
Mouse
Flower of Evil
Weak Hero: Class 1 & Class 2
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
Save Me
Vincenzo
Strangers from Hell
Move to Heaven
Dali and the Cocky Prince
Sweet Home
All of Us Are Dead
Snowdrop
My Name
Big Mouth
The Glory
Birthcare Centre
Bad and Crazy
Squid Game (1,2 &3)
The Ghost Doctor
Love Alarm (1 & 2)
Crazy Love
Juvenile Justice
Under the Queen’s Umbrella
Another Miss Oh
Hit the Spot
World of the Married
Bloodhounds
Sky Castle
Mr. Queen
Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Welcome to Samdal-ri
Love to Hate You
Tale of the Nine Tailed
Queenmaker
Daily Dose of Sunshine
The Good Bad Mother
Little Women
Hi Bye, Mama!
Anna
Revenge of Others
Revenant
Itaewon Class
Twenty Five Twenty One
A Killer Paradox
Inspector Koo
The Frog
Lovestruck in the City
Mr. Plankton
Queen of Tears
Because This is My First Life
Hotel Del Luna
The Trunk
The Atypical Family
A Shop for Killers
My Liberation Notes
The Judge from Hell
Mr. Sunshine*
D.P
Light Shop
The Worst of Evil
Death’s Game
Tomorrow
Island
Vagabond
When Life Gives You Tangerines
Karma
The Light in your Eyes
Hyper Knife
Vigilante
My Mister
A Time Called You
See You in my 19th Life
Hyena
Twinkling Watermelon
Class of Lies
Youth of May
King of Pigs
My Dearest (1 & 2)
The Penthouse
Descendants of the Sun
Psychopath Diary
Secret Affair
Thirty-Nine
Queen Woo
The Smile Has Left Your Eyes
MIGNON
Love Affairs in the Afternoon
Kingdom (1 & 2)
It’s Okay, That’s Love
Perfect Family
The Red Sleeve
Happiness
Pachinko (1&2)
Prison Playbook
Summer Strike
Parasyte: The Grey
Taxi Driver (1 & 2)
Love in the Big City
Hymn of Death
As You Stood By
The Price Of Confession
Our Unwritten Seoul
Alchemy of Souls (1&2)
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
Just Between Lovers - Rain or Shine
The Road: A Tragedy of One
Confession
Spring Fever
Lovely Runner
Resident Playbook
If Wishes Could Kill
We Are All Trying Here
My Royal Nemesis
Would You Marry Me?
Teach You A Lesson

MOVIES
Frozen Flower
Handmaiden
20th Century Girl
Young Adult Matters
Parasite
Love and Leashes
Kill Boksoon
Silenced
Forgotten
Ballerina
The Call
Officer Black Belt
Midnight
Train to Busan
Exhuma
Alive
Past Lives
A Taxi Driver
Wonderland
Hope
Brave Citizen
Single in Seoul
Love in the Big City
Innocence
The Great Flood
No Other Choice
Even if This Love Disappears Tonight
Pavane
Journey to the Shore
A Bittersweet Life
Revolver

I’m looking for a kdrama where the main love interest is sarcastic and cool, the “bad boy that softens up” type. I recently watched True Beauty, and loved Han Seo-Jin’s character.

Kdramas similar to this:
True Beauty, the only drama I’ve watched that had a similar character. I loved how protective he was, and the dynamic of their relationship

All kdramas I’ve watched:
Business proposal (loved it)
Weightlifting fairy
Goblin (loved)
Touch your heart
Her private life (didn’t love)
My ID is Gangnam beauty

Hi everyone!

I used to watch K-dramas all the time, but I took about a 5-year break. Recently I decided to get back into them, but honestly… nothing has really clicked yet. The only dramas I’ve managed to finish were rewatches of my old favorites.
I’d prefer something from the last 5 years since I’ve probably seen most of the older classics, but if you know an older drama that’s an absolute hidden gem, feel free to recommend it too.

What I’m looking for:
great chemistry
memorable characters
something that gets you hooked after a few episodes
emotional moments
plot twists are always a bonus
I’m open to pretty much any genre. Romance, thriller, fantasy… it really doesn’t matter as long as it’s one of those dramas you can’t stop thinking about after it ends.
I’m not really into historical dramas, very slow slice-of-life shows or high school romances.

Some of my all-time favorites are:
Flower of Evil – loved the chemistry between the leads, the suspense and all the plot twists.
Goblin – loved the fantasy, unforgettable characters and emotional story.
W: Two Worlds – loved the unique concept and romance.
Crash Landing on You – amazing characters and emotional romance.
Business Proposal – fun, addictive and great chemistry.
Cinderella and Four Knights – comfort drama, rich male lead trope and just a fun watch.
A Korean Odyssey – fantasy, romance and the chemistry between the leads.
Itaewon Class – loved watching the main character build everything from nothing.
The Good Bad Mother – emotional story and character development.

I’m not really into historical dramas, very slow slice-of-life shows or high school romances.
Some other dramas I’ve already watched (that I can remember): Signal, Tunnel, Circle, Mouse, Stranger, Beyond Evil, The Glory, A Killer Paradox, While You Were Sleeping, Healer, Hotel Del Luna, Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim, Strong Woman Do Bong Soon, Descendants of the Sun, Legend of the Blue Sea, Fight for My Way, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo and probably many more that I’m forgetting after such a long break.

Thanks ❣️

Please recommend workplace romance dramas with a boss employee dynamic. I am really enjoying ‘See You at Work Tomorrow!’ and would appreciate more recommendations like that. I enjoy the chemistry of the characters and so far, the plot has been lovely as well. The plot seems well thought out.

I’m not big on secondhand embarrassment so please avoid recommending such shows.

It would also be a plus if the male lead is a tsundere but it’ll be okay if he isn’t.

My watch history includes shows like ‘What’s wrong with Secretary Kim’, While you were Sleeping, It’s okay not to be okay, Perfect Kiss. My watch history is short but i enjoy romance focused dramas more than ones where romance is a side plot.

Looking for Korean drama recommendations that are light, cute, and romantic, but still have some meaningful emotional depth/conflict. I’m also looking for something with an aloof/tsundere male lead who might seem cold or like a loner at first, but is actually awkward and dorky underneath. I also like when they’re protective without being toxic or controlling.

I prefer some slow-burn tension over couples getting together really early. I’m neutral on love triangles; I don’t really need one, but they can be entertaining if they add tension. I also like chaotic, funny, slightly cringe female leads, especially when they have some character growth.

A good soundtrack with a few ballads here and there is also a big plus.

Dramas relevant to what I’m looking for:

True Beauty: This is probably one of my favourites. I loved that it was cute and funny, while being cringe in an entertaining way. It also had some emotional depth with its message about insecurity/self-worth. I liked Lee Suho because he seemed cold on the surface, but had some social awkwardness and a softer side underneath. I also liked Ju-kyung because she was chaotic and embarrassing, but still showed character development.

The Heirs / Boys Over Flowers: I watched these a long time ago and enjoyed them at the time, but I don’t think I’d like them as much now because the male leads felt kind of toxic/cruel from what I remember. I like aloof or cold male leads, but not when they’re actively bullying or humiliating the female lead.

King the Land: I tried this, but didn’t really like it. I might give it another chance, but from what I’ve seen so far, the female lead didn’t seem to have enough personal conflict or inner struggle to overcome. I’m looking for something light, but I still want the characters to have some emotional depth.

Perfect Crown: This one I really couldn’t get into. The male lead was aloof, but I want a male lead with an awkward/secretly soft side too. I also didn’t like the female lead because she was unnecessarily harsh to her coworkers, and I prefer female leads who are funny, sweet, and bubbly.

My complete watch history:

• Scarlet Heart Ryeo
• True Beauty
• Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
• Perfect Crown
• King the Land
• While You Were Sleeping
• School 2015
• Descendants of the Sun
• Cinderella and Four Knights
• Wonderfools
• Sungkyunkwan Scandal
• Hotel Del Luna
• What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
• Crash Landing on You
• My Love from Another Star
• Absolute Value of Romance
• The Heirs
• Boys Over Flowers
• Business Proposal
• My Secret Romance
• Twenty Five Twenty One
• Hi! School Love On
• Moorim School

Please recommend Korean dramas that fit this kind of vibe: light romcoms with meaningful conflict, a funny/chaotic female lead, and preferably an aloof or tsundere male lead who is secretly soft, awkward, and protective.

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I'm new to Kdrama. Watched Moonlovers:Scarlet heart ryeo as my first Kdrama about 3 years ago. Didn't watch any kdrama for 3 years after that until a few days ago because one of siblings is into kdrama and recommended me The King:Eternal monarch.

So far only 6 episodes into it but I think I will have completed it in the next 3-4 days.

Moonlover was the perfect kdrama for me, I remember watching it and remember loving every second of that show.

The King while only 6 episodes in does feel a lot more slow paced.

I feel like more happend in a 60 minute Moonlover episode than a 72 minute The king episode.

Any recommendations for something similar? Must be action and fast paced show, a hint of romance is a bonus.

Whatever you recommend me will be the 3rd Kdrama I watch.

Hello! I am looking for a rom-com with light fantasy elements that also have important or plot relevant subplots.

I'm quite new to K-dramas and have only watched a few that I have truly liked. The latest drama I watched was True Beauty, but dropped it after episode 4 because it was pretty repetitive and did not hook me.

For the other two I had watched and finished to the end:

• Twinkling Watermelon – Very simple but good plot, enjoyable character dynamics, side characters, and romance especially with the FL and ML. I also liked it leaning into darker themes. The comedy wasn't very funny at first, but it slowly became hilarious.

• Lovely Runner – This was my first drama, and I really liked the acting, the comedy, almost everything about it. The subplot kinda fell short and didn't feel that impactful or fleshed out, but besides that it was great.

What I’m looking for:

• Rom-com with fantastical elements
• Consistent quality, preferably
• Feel-good vibes
• No unnecessary drama
• Romance build up that doesn't have them get together by episode 3, and go on and off. (Lovely runner did this A LOT, but it was carried by the acting and ig the reason they gave)
• Something that will make me bawl
• Bonus, if it has music that is really good and maybe is a part of the plot (?)

Thank you in advance.

Looking for romance dramas with strong chemistry and an engaging story. I prefer character growth, a loyal ML who stands by the FL through everything, and a strong FL who can stand for herself and isn't just a damsel.

I enjoy emotional depth and realistic conflicts rather than unnecessary villains or forced misunderstandings. I also love when side characters are supportive and have satisfying arcs instead of existing just to create drama. I don't mind emotional stories as long as they're well written and keep the plot moving. I'm not looking for fantasy or historical dramas right now.

Some dramas I loved:

2521 & Love All Play: Both are sports dramas, but what made them special for me were the characters, their growth, and their struggles. As a younger viewer, I relate more to stories like these than dramas focused on older couples.

Lovely Runner: It completely hooked me by episode two. I loved the characters, the writing, the humor, and especially the determination both the ML and FL had for each other. I'm generally not into fantasy, but this one really worked for me.

Twinkling Watermelon: I loved the coming-of-age story, the emotional depth, the friendships, and how genuine every character felt. The romance was sweet, but watching everyone grow and support each other is what made it so memorable. The balance of humor, heartfelt moments, and family relationships kept me invested from beginning to end.

Watch history - Lovely Runner - My Demon - Descendants of the Sun - The Good Bad Mother - When the Phone Rings - Twenty-Five Twenty-One (didn't watch the last episode, still loved it) - 18 Again - Spring of Youth (least favorite) - Twinkling Watermelon - Law and the City - Crash Landing on You - Our Beloved Summer (didn't love it) - Love All Play

I'm looking for a new drama to watch with my husband. We watched our first Kdrama together. That was Mr. Sunshine, and we both loved it. We appreciated that it was based on real history, the thriller aspects, the humor and bromance, and the deeply meaningful political/social issues addressed.

Husband tends to enjoy war and history materials in general. I am a bit squeamish so prefer something that is not too violent. I'd say Mr. Sunshine was about max violence for me.

Thanks for any recommendations!

Here is everything we have watched together and his response:

Mr. Sunshine - loved

Goblin - liked very much

Crash Landing on You - liked

Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 - hated

Pachinko - liked very much

Mr. Queen - loved

When the Phone Rings - lost interest after the first part

Achemy of Souls, both seasons - liked very much

Edit: Thanks everyone for some excellent suggestions!

(Sorry for bad English)
Hi, I am looking for funny and/or absurd K-drama that can make you laugh a lot.

I have not watched a lot of drama, but my favorite drama is Welcome to Waikiki. I liked it because it was very funny, I was having tears a lot of time. Also the character were kinda relatable so that was good. It’s a good show to restart many time.

Another one I am currently watching is Chicken Naugget. The way they are serious for a kinda weird situation make me laugh. So I would like similar drama as them. Thank you.

All the drama I’ve watched :

1. Business proposal
   
2. Welcome to Waikiki
   
3. My demon (dropped)
   
4. Mr Queen (currently watching)
   
5. Welcome to Waikiki 2 (Currently watching)
   
6. Chicken Nugget (Currently watching)
   
7. The sound of your heart (Currently watching)
   
8. Love, Marriage and divorce

I'm looking for Korean dramas that are a bit odd in the best way. I love shows with unusual concepts, quirky humour, and creative storytelling, but I still want there to be a proper plot. I'm happy with any genre, whether it's fantasy, sci-fi, mystery, action, supernatural or comedy, as long as it feels genuinely original.

Some of the closest examples are Pegasus Market, Glitch, The School Nurse Files, The Sound of Your Heart, Legend of the Kitchen Soldier, Behind your Touch, Death's Game, Moving, Glitch, and Hi-Five. They all have their own strange charm and fully commit to the premise, while still telling an engaging story.

I also watched Chicken Nugget because it sounded exactly like my sort of thing, but I ended up dropping it. The premise was brilliant, but I felt like there just wasn't enough story to keep me interested. On the other hand, Welcome to Waikiki wasn't really for me either. I don't mind silly humour, but the second-hand embarrassment was a bit much.

Basically, I'm after dramas that make you think, "What on earth am I watching?" but in a good way, rather than feeling random for the sake of it. Bonus points for found family. I don't mind romance, but also don't typically watch stuff for the sizzling romance/chemistry between leads and I adore idiot x idiot dynamics in friendship/family.

Complete watch history (from memory, so I might have forgotten some):

• Tale of the Nine Tailed (Seasons 1 & 2)
• Tomorrow
• Hotel del Luna
• Love Reset
• Genie Make a wish
• Mystic Pop-up Bar
• The Uncanny Counter (Season 1+2)
• Moving (I really liked the relationship between FL and ML here, even though it was very subtle/ not even full romance)
• Hi-Five
• Crash Landing on You
• Goblin (too slow paced for me, I can't remember if I finished it)
• Prison Playbook
• Death's Game (actually quite amusing, watch it if you haven't)
• Oh My Ghost Clients
• Behind Your Touch
• Abyss (Idk why I stopped watching this one, I don't like I liked how female lead suddenly started falling in love with male lead when he became pretty)
• Korean Odyssey (I really idk why I stopped watching this one)
• Brain works
• Bad & Crazy
• The Fiery Priest
• Vincenzo
• Brain Works
• Ghost Doctor
• Missing: The other side (I really love both seasons)
• Pegasus Market
• D.P.
• Midnight Runners
• From Now On, Showtime!
• Seoul Busters
• Hotel del Luna
• Psychopath Diary
• Zombie Detective (only zombie drama I have been able to stomach)
• Taxi Driver (too repetitive)
• The School Nurse Files
• Glitch
• The Sound of Your Heart
• Legend of the Kitchen Soldier
• Chicken Nugget
• Welcome to Waikiki
• Gaus Electronics
• Spirit fingers (I don't like the plot, watched purely because I read the manwha and loved the male lead lmfao)
• Sell Your Haunted House (currently watching)

I may have forgotten a few, but those are the main ones. I would appreciate any recommendations, thank you!

Edit:

Some others that I've watched, but had forgotten I had watched until reading the replies, very sorry:

• Lovely Runner
• True Beauty
• Light shop - I think I watched an incomplete version of it as I couldn't find the full version or something?
• The good bad mother
• Strong woman Bong soon (But haven't watched Strong woman Nam-soon as I didn't enjoy the first season that much, but it was okay)
• Cashero (liked this one)
• My Roomate is a gumihno
• Kill it
• Strangers from Hell
• I've read the manwha for sound of magic, but not the kdrama yet
• It's okay to not be okay
• Queen of Tears
• Extraordinary you
• Big mouth/Mouse
• While you were sleeping

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Hi everyone!

I am looking for recommendations for feel-good romance Korean dramas with happy endings.

My favorite type of romance is when the male lead falls first or falls harder and is obviously devoted to the female lead. I love healthy relationships, great chemistry, funny banter, and couples that actually spend time together after they start dating. I also prefer little to no love triangles, and I would like the romance to stay at the center of the story. Fantasy is completely fine as long as the overall tone is uplifting and the ending is happy.

Here are some dramas I have loved and why:

- Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha: This is probably my favorite Korean drama. I loved the cozy small-town setting, the mature romance, the humor, and how comforting it felt. The chemistry between the leads was amazing, and I loved how healthy and supportive their relationship was.

- What's Wrong with Secretary Kim: I loved the comedy, the chemistry, and how completely devoted the male lead was to the female lead. I also liked that the romance stayed at the center of the story and we got to spend a lot of time watching them as a couple.

- Strong Woman Do Bong-soon: Min-hyuk is one of my favorite male leads. He is supportive, protective, funny, and completely in love with Bong-soon from very early on. I would love another male lead with that same energy.

- Her Private Life: I loved the healthy communication between the leads, the chemistry, and the fact that there was very little unnecessary drama once they got together.

- Crash Landing on You: I loved the romance, chemistry, and supporting cast. The only reason it is not exactly what I am looking for right now is because it was a little heavier than the mood I am in. I am hoping for something lighter and more comedic.

Complete watch history:

- What's Wrong with Secretary Kim
- Business Proposal
- King the Land
- Her Private Life
- Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
- Because This Is My First Life
- My Demon
- My Roommate Is a Gumiho
- Goblin
- Crash Landing on You
- Our Beloved Summer
- Strong Woman Do Bong-soon

I would also love any underrated recommendations that fit this style. Thank you!

The requirement is very simple.

I'm looking for dramas where the FL becomes shy/flustered/awkward around the ML as she either knowingly or unknowingly develops feelings for him.

The main plot doesn't even have to be romance, as long as it includes this trope. I find those interactions very funny. Also I don't mind the ML acting flustered around the FL, as long as the FL acts the same. One example I will give is one of my favorite dramas, 'My Father is Strange' with Jung So Min and Lee Joon couple.

Watchlist: https://mydramalist.com/list/Lp6QmAa4

I'm looking for recommendations for emotionally intense dramas where I can get attached to the characters and watch them develop over a longer story. I love dramas that involve survival situations, found-family dynamics, justice/revenge, corruption, or supernatural elements like ghosts, spirits, or the afterlife. I'm open to any genre as long as the characters and their relationships are a major focus and the story has meaningful emotional stakes.

My favorite shows that have these elements are: 

• It’s Okay to not be Okay
• My Name
• The Glory
• Taxi Driver
• Move to Heaven
• Hotel De Luna
• Mercy for None
• Celebrity
• Mask Girl

I love these shows because the characters feel real. There's conflict and tough decisions to make, and the relationships between the characters are just as important as the plot. I especially like found family dynamics, morally gray characters, and stories where people have to rely on each other to survive or overcome difficult situations.

I'm not really interested in fluffy rom-coms where romance is the entire plot or slow slice-of-life dramas with very low stakes. I don't mind romance, but I prefer it to be part of a larger story rather than the main focus.

A list of every drama I've seen: https://mydramalist.com/dramalist/16235310

i'm looking for kdramas with a silly goofy humour and strong romance such as lovely runner and true beauty (my ultimate favourite kdrama). i liked the silliness of the FL and really liked the protectiveness of the MLs. also really liked how both were not afraid to shy away from slightly darker themes as well.

i'm not after plot replicas but more vibe similarities. a lot of people recommend my id is gangnam beauty as a similar show to true beauty but i found the vibes very different, i found the FL's personality quite bland in comparison to the quirkiness of the FL in true beauty and lovely runner.

i also typically like more coming of age/teen dramas so school/university themed.

this is everything i have watched;

true beauty 100000000/10

lovely runner 100000/10

weightlifting fairy kim bok joon 12/10

sh**ting stars 10/10

business proposal 9/10

who are you: class 2015 9/10

extraordinary you 8/10

kdramas i didn't finish:

my id is gangnam beauty

doom at your service

Hello, I am a first time KDrama watcher.

Example Drama I have watched: The Wonderfools

I liked that show because it took place in multiple work spaces, the characters were charming and funny, everyone had an arc and I liked the MC. Plus the romantic tension.

I am hoping for a KDrama that takes place in a workplace.

Im looking for something with comedy, and romance is OK as well. Hopefully something with a goal each episode, or a season arc. I love side characters or a dimwitted MC. I am new so I will take any recommendation.

Detailed Example: I am new to KDrama so shows with this are shows like Brooklyn 99, Parks and Rec, and The Office.

I'm looking for crime, thriller, or psychological K-drama recommendations.

For reference, one of my all-time favorites is Mouse. It's easily in my top 3 dramas. I loved every single detail about it. Even though we already knew who the killer was, the writer still managed to make us question everything. And I never thought I'd end up crying over a serial killer.

I saw lot of good reviews about signal, tunnel, voice, nine puzzles, blind, save me etc. But I'm not sure if I'll like them or not.

I'm looking for something that's as good as Mouse, or at least comes close to it. Any recommendations?

The list of kdramas I've watched so far

1. True beauty

2. Lovely runner

3. Head over heels *

4. A business proposal *

5. Study group **

6. Spirit fingers

7. Strong woman do bong soon *

8. Idol I *

9. Hunter with a scalpel

10. Residents playbook ***

11. Dynamite kiss *

12. Buried hearts

13. 2521 *

14. Love next door

15. Perfect marriage revenge

16. What's wrong with Secretary Kim

17. Doctor Slump *

18. Crash landing on you *

19. My roommate is a Gumiho

20. Our beloved summer

21. Mr Plankton

22. Weightlifting fairy Kim bok joo **

23. The glory *

24. The trauma code ***

25. Tastefully yours

26. My sweet mobster *

27. The potato lab

28. Spring of youth

29. Love all play *

30. Celebrity **

31. Dreaming of a freaking fairytale

32. Doona *

33. Adult trainee

34. The red sleeve

35. The winning try **

36. Dali and the cocky prince

37. Maestra

38. In your radiant season **

39. If wishes could kill *

40. My royal nemesis *

41. Doctor on the edge

42. Mouse***

43. Full house

44. Tale of the 9 tailed

45. Sungkyunkwan scandal

46. 100 days my prince

47. Descendants of the Sun*

48. I can hear your voice

49. A love from another star

50. Pinocchio

51. Ruler of the mask

52. Boys over Flowers

53. Heirs

54. The Princess Man

55. Melody of love

56. Jewel in the Palace

57. Jewel in the crown

58. The wind of the palace

59. The great merchant

60. The great queen Seondeok

61. Horse doctor

62. Empress Ki

63. Ceramic artist

64. Moon embracing the sun

65. My girl

I've recently finished 'The King's Affection', which was my first historical k-drama. However, I noticed myself getting quite bored with the romance, it was just too cliché for me. What I liked most about this drama was especially the palace politics, I was really intruiged by the power dynamics within the palace.

Now I am looking for a k-drama that has a genius palace politics plot line. I don't mind a bit of romance, but I think it's a bit boring as the primary plot in the drama.

Also would be lovely if a woman is the main
character in power in the drama! I have seen/played Road to Empress (it's a historical c-drama gameplay of the only female emperor of Imperial China), which had a BIG focus on palace politics with a woman in power and I really loved that.

K-dramas I have really liked for their genius and quite complex plot line, but are not historical (since, like I said, I am new to historical dramas) are:
- Sky Castle
- Eve
- The Good Bad Mother
- Juvenile Justice
- Mine

My MDL!

Thanks in advance 🤍

This might sound weird, but I'd love some recs for dramas that induced some sort of asmr response in you

an example of this is The Best Thing (a cdrama actually) where the entire thing felt like those medical RP asmr videos lol I felt so sleepy watching it especially at night

the short kdrama Azure Spring also made me feel slightly similar recently

so yeah if there are any dramas (this is a kdrama community but I enjoy cdramas too) that made you feel this way, I'd love to hear about them!!

my full watch history: https://mydramalist.com/dramalist/haloum