Are you interested in diving into the world of Kdramas? Check out these ten top-rated titles available for binge-watching on Netflix!
10. ‘Strong Girl Nam-soon’
A spin-off of the acclaimed series Strong Girl Do Bong-soon, Strong Girl Nam-soon resonates well with audiences both in South Korea and around the globe.
The tale follows Gang Nam Soon (Lee Yoo Mi), who vanished in Mongolia during her childhood. As an adult, she journeys to South Korea to locate her parents. Upon finding her mother, Hwang Geum Joo (Kim Jung Eun)—a wealthy business mogul—and her grandmother, Gil Joong Gan (Kim Hae Sook), the trio becomes caught in a drug investigation led by Detective Gang Hee Sik (Ong Seong Wu).
9. ‘Our Beloved Summer’
Our Beloved Summer is a heartfelt romantic comedy that navigates the complexities of young adulthood. Following its airing, a webtoon was created to showcase the high school experiences of the main characters.
Choi Ung (Choi Woo Shik) and Kook Yeon Soo (Kim Dami) are former lovers drawn back together by a documentary they filmed in high school, which unexpectedly gains popularity. They are compelled to face one another again for their producer friend, leading to a revival of their complicated feelings as they navigate their past and present feelings.
7. ‘Alchemy of Souls’
Alchemy of Souls is an enchanting blend of fantasy, romance, and historical drama that unfolded in two parts between 2022 and 2023.
The plot revolves around Nak Su (Go Young Jung), a skilled warrior whose soul is inadvertently bound to the frail body of Mu Deok (Jung So Min). As Mu Deok becomes entangled with Jang Uk (Lee Jae Wook), a nobleman, she takes on the dual roles of his servant and guide. Throughout their journey, their bond deepens into a romantic connection.
6. ‘Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha’
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha soared in popularity, becoming one of the most beloved and highest-rated dramas in Korea.
When faced with a series of unfortunate events, Yoon Hye Jin (Shin Min Ah), a successful dentist, finds herself in the coastal town of Gongjin on her late mother’s birthday, where she impulsively decides to set up a dental practice. Here, she crosses paths with Hong Du Suk (Kim Seon Oh), a jack-of-all-trades known as Chief Oh. The series portrays their emerging romance alongside the colorful community members around them.
5. ‘Business Proposal’
This series serves as an entertaining fusion of romance and comedy.
Business Proposal follows Shin Ha Ri (Kim Se Jeong), who reluctantly steps in for her friend Jin Young Seo (Seol In Ah) on a blind date set up by her father. What she doesn’t realize is that her date is none other than Kang Tae Moo (Ahn Hyo Seop), the CEO of Go Food and also her superior.
4. ‘My Demon’
If you’re craving a touch of fantasy in your romantic comedy, then My Demon is a must-watch!
My Demon follows the intriguing love story of Do Do Hee (Kim Yoo Jung) and Jeong Gu Won (Song Kang), who enter into a contract marriage. Do Hee is the heir to a powerful conglomerate, while Gu Won is a demon whose soul-binding powers have temporarily dwindled. Their unlikely circumstance leads to surprisingly sweet moments. Will love blossom between them?
3. ‘The Glory’
Not every Kdrama revolves around romance. The Glory is a gripping psychological thriller centered on vengeance.
Moon Dong Eun (Song Hye Kyo) faced brutal bullying during her school years. Now an adult, she meticulously plots her revenge against those who tormented her. This drama draws inspiration from a real incident in 2006, highlighting a shocking ordeal where middle school students bullied and extorted money from a classmate.
2. ‘Crash Landing on You’
Upon its release, Crash Landing on You emerged as the second highest-rated show in Korean television history, garnering a dedicated audience across Asia.
The narrative follows Yoon Se Ri (Son Ye Jin), a chaebol heiress and successful businesswoman who, during a paragliding mishap spurred by a tornado, unexpectedly lands in North Korea. There, she encounters Ri Jeong Hyeok (Hyun Bin), a captain in the North Korean military, who chooses to hide her and assist her in returning to South Korea safely.
1. ‘Squid Game’
It’s undeniable that Squid Game deserves the top spot. Upon its launch, it became Netflix’s most-watched series with an impressive total of over 142 million households tuning in.
The storyline centers around Seong Gi Hun (Lee Jung Jae), a father who grapples with gambling addiction and crippling debt. After accepting an invitation to participate in games inspired by childhood favorites, he finds himself in a deadly tournament against 455 financially desperate individuals. As the games unfold, it becomes clear that winning requires more than just skill; it could cost them their lives.
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