7 Fun, Light, And Feel-Good K-Dramas To Watch (2023)

There’s something about the winter season that makes you want to reach out for fun anduplifting dramas. Maybe it’s the cold getting to you, or you just want a jolly good time after a long, hard year.

Well there’salso no better way to kick off the new year than by catching up on some feel-good dramas. Here are seven dramas from 2021 thatare bound to give you that warm, fuzzy feeling!

1. “One The Woman

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JoYeon Ju (Honey Lee) is a boisterous and outspoken prosecutor who suffers amnesia after a car crash.When she wakes up, she is mistaken as Kang Mi Na, the meek daughter-in-law of the conglomerate Hanju Group and is unwittingly embroiled in the power struggle in Hanju Group. As Yeon Ju struggles with regaining her memories, Mi Na’s in-laws are also puzzled by how different their daughter-in-law has become after the accident.

Aptly titled “One The Woman,” this drama is indeed a one-woman show. Its success hinges on the performance of the main lead Honey Lee, and boy, does she deliver! Playing two different characters, Honey Lee is dynamic and charismatic. She fills the screen with so much screen presence and is just a hoot to watch. The earlier scenes with Yeon Ju playing as Mi Na are riotous. It’s absolutely hilarious and satisfying to watch Mi Na’s family be gobsmacked by the new, tough, and opinionated Mi Na.

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2. “Mr. Queen

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Mr. Queen” follows Jang Bong Hwan (Choi Jin Hyuk), an arrogant and ill-mannered chef who finds himself one day in the body of a young Joseon lady, Kim Soyong (Shin Hye Sun), who is due to marry King Cheoljong (Kim Jung Hyun).

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The dramaserves up fun and wacky time-traveling hijinks, plus there are plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. From Bong Hwan’s struggles toadapting to life as the Queen to the just as hilarious supporting characters, there’s never a dull moment with this drama. And you simply won’t be able to tear your eyes away from Shin Hye Sun’s phenomenal comedic performance. What a star!

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3. “Let Me Be Your Knight

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Yoon Tae In (Lee Jun Young) is the leader of a highly popular K-pop group called LUNA.In order to cure TaeIn’s sleepwalking, his CEO engages In Yoon Joo (Jung In Sun) as a doctor to live with the idol group. But it’s a case of mistaken identity because Yoon Joo is not actually a doctor.

Let Me Be Your Knight” is the most light-hearted out of all the idol-centered K-dramas in 2021. It’s afun and trope-filled romantic comedy between an idol and his fake doctor. It might be predictable at times, butthere’scomfortin familiarity too. Also, the drama features good music and a sweet romance, so what’s not to love?

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4. “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha”

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Breezy and light, “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha” is an easy-to-watch and charming drama. There aren’t many dramatic events, but the lovely main couple and the endearing residents will grow on you and draw you in to the little town of Gongjin. By the end of it, you will be reluctant to let them go!

In the drama, Shin Min Ah plays Yoon Hye Jin, a dentist who quits her job in the city. She decides to go to a small town to start afresh. In Gongjin, she meets Hong Doo Shik (Kim Seon Ho), who helps her whenever she encounters any difficult situations.

The two main leads are adorable together so I appreciate that their poor first impressions set-up did not last long, and they quickly form positive feelings. They are supportive and warm toward each other and also toward their friends and the community. “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha” is like a bowl of home-cooked noodle soup thatwill warm your heart during the cold winter.

5. “A Love So Beautiful”

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Nothing says fun and light like a high school rom-com. “A Love So Beautiful” is a remake of the highly popular Chinese originalof the same name, which airedin 2017. The drama is simple, cute, and mostly fluff. Each episode is 25 minutes long, making it an easy watch and nothing too serious. It’s a great break from a year of intense thrillers and emotionally-charged romance dramas.

The setup might be familiar to you.Shin Sol Yi (So Ju Yeon) is a bright and cheerful girl who has a crush on Cha Heon (Kim Yo Han), an aloof and studious boy. The drama follows them as they journey through adolescence into adulthood. There’s a love triangle, but the stakes are low. Our main couple is also adorable, and the supporting characters are mostly earnest and endearing too. Sometimes you just want a drama that doesn’t require too much of your brain cells, and “A Love So Beautiful” isthat kind of feel-good drama with plenty of cute moments.

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6. “Yumi’s Cells

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Speaking of brain cells, “Yumi’s Cells” is a charming romantic comedy that mixes live action with animation. Thedrama features animated scenes of the cells living in our protagonist, with the cells representing the emotions, feelings, and basically everything that gets a person going.

After a painful breakup, Kim Yumi’s (Kim Go Eun) love cell falls into a deep coma. While her surrounding cells work tirelessly to revive the fallen cell, Yumi spends her days stuck in the grind of everyday life. With a broken heart and no romantic prospects, Yumi’s love cell remains in a comatose state until the appearance of Goo Woong (Ahn Bo Hyun).

The drama is never formulaic; it is refreshing and empathetic. The animated cells and the characters will make you laugh while being super relatable. Plus, Kim Go Eun is stellar in her role. Her nuanced and heartfelt portrayal will draw you into the world of Yumi andget you rooting for her to find the happy ending she deserves!

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7. “My Roommate Is a Gumiho

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My Roommate Is a Gumiho” is a fun and light-hearted fantasy rom-com about a college student named Lee Dam (Girl’s Day’sHyeri) who accidentally swallows a magic bead. The magic bead belongs to a 999-year-old nine-tailed fox, Shin Woo Yeo (Jang Ki Yong), who needs the bead to finally become a human. Both of them decide to stay together while Woo Yeo figures out a solution to retrieve the magic bead from Lee Dam.

The drama is actually funnier than you might expect! Yes, it’s heart-fluttering and sweet, but the drama also really leans into the comedy. A little silly at times, it will definitely put a smile on your face. The leads have great chemistry too. You can’t help but swoon when they are together! They are just plain fun and entertaining to watch, so if you’re in the mood for something a little fantastical and funny, then “My Roommate Is a Gumiho” is perfect.

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What do you think of the list, Soompiers? Do you have any otherfun and lightK-dramas to recommend? Let me know in the comments below!

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Which is the most interesting K-drama? ›

'Crash Landing on You'

This drama mixes romance with comedy and ultimately tells the tale of two star-crossed lovers. It's currently the highest rated tvN drama and the second-highest Korean drama in cable television history.

Is K-drama for 13 year olds? ›

Can a 13-year-old see K-drama? no. you can just watch cartoons, animated films. actually kdrama mostly have professional stories, or love stories so its not for children.

Which K-drama has most kisses? ›

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Is there any K-drama based on BTS? ›

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Which is the cutest K-drama? ›

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What is the No 1 K-drama? ›

JTBC's World of the Married firmly holds the number one spot, breaking the ratings record of Sky Castle.

What is the number 1 K-drama of all time? ›

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Which K-drama is most popular in the world 2022? ›

'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' was Netflix's best and top-ranked 2022 K-dramas. One of 2022's best K-dramas is Extraordinary Attorney Woo starring Park Eun-bin in the lead role of Woo Young-woo. The 'Slice of Life' K-drama warmed fans' hearts with its emotional stories of Korea's first attorney on the autism spectrum.

Can a 12 year old watch Snowdrop? ›

The series Snowdrop Age rating is given to be 15+. The series can be watched by those who are 15 years and above. It has a total of 16 episodes. Eun Young-ro (Jisoo), a female university student, discovers Im Soo-ho (Jung Hae-in), a graduate student, drenched in blood.

Is True Beauty ok for 12 year olds? ›

True Beauty is rated 15+.

Do Korean actors kiss? ›

Short answer: It depends. They usually do some form of kissing, but there are ways to get around it (more on that later). Whether you wind up locking lips with another actor or not, there's a lot that goes into kissing scenes that you should know about.

Which is BTS Favourite K-drama? ›

BTS's RM is a huge fan of the megahit K-drama 'Sky Castle' Just like their fans, BTS is on top of the latest and most-talked about K-dramas.

Who is the king of kissing in K-drama? ›

Ji Chang-wook

Many Korean dramas have kissing scenes, but it's uncommon to find a drama that shows intimate scenes. When it comes to such dramas, the first person that comes to mind is none other than Ji Chang-wook.

What is Jungkook's favorite K-drama? ›

Of course, Hotel Del Luna would be on Jungkook's favorite K-drama list. BTS's Golden Maknae is a huge fan of IU, the leading character in the sci-fi romance drama. The drama also stars Yeo Jin-goo.

Do they kiss in K-dramas? ›

It is a well-known fact that one of the most anticipated scenes in any K-drama is the kissing scene. This is the moment when the romantic tension between the two characters comes to a full head and the only thing left to do is kiss.

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Which is the smallest k drama? ›

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Which K drama actress is most beautiful? ›

Park Shin Hye is the most beautiful Korean actresses. Park Shin Hye is not just one of the most popular actresses in South Korea, but also in Asia. The 32-year-old actress is currently starring in the hit K-drama Doctors opposite Kim Rae Won. She first gained recognition for her role in the K-drama Stairway to Heaven.

Who is No 1 in K Pop? ›

BTS is arguably *the* most popular K-pop group in the world and with good reason. Their accolades include: becoming the first artists in iTunes history to have eight songs hit number one in 100 countries, breaking the record for most viewers for a YouTube premiere, and absolutely crushing a U.S. stadium tour.

What age is K drama for? ›

Most of the k dramas are age rated 15+ so there's no need to wait till you are 18.

Is Snowdrop rated 19+? ›

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Can a 5 year old watch it? ›

But the kids in It deal with some pretty adult situations, and it might not be best to bring kids under 5 to see those things, especially on the big screen. The movie It has an R rating, which would suggest that it's best for the theater to be filled with adults, not kids, for this particular film.

Can a 14 year old watch after we fell? ›

This movie is fine for teens and up. The romance can be toxic, although sex scenes can get spicy, nothing graphic is shown.

Which K drama will make you cry? ›

1. “Hi Bye, Mama” “Hi Bye, Mama” is a tvN series about a woman named Cha Yu Ri, played by Kim Tae Hee. She passes away in a tragic accident but comes back as a ghost for 49 days as a result of not being able to leave her daughter behind.

In which country K-dramas are popular? ›

K-dramas and Hallyu

Hallyu tourism has become its own category of tourism in South Korea. Despite the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the tourism industry, around four percent of all tourists traveled to the country to partake in experiences related to K-pop or other hallyu activities.

Why is squid game rated 18+? ›

Parents need to know that the level of violence is very intense in Squid Game. Characters are systematically tortured and killed for the sadistic pleasure of a game master. Adults have sex, and there are threats of sexual violence: Women are grabbed by the hair and beaten.

Can 12 year olds use skincare? ›

Around 12 years old, hormonal changes will begin to show up as blemishes and irritation on a tween's face. While some skin types are more prone to breakouts than others, skin health can be managed with high-quality kids' skincare products that are essential to combating and preventing breakouts.

Is Webtoon for 10 year olds? ›

It is definitely an app for young adults many of the stories have violent or sexual themes. If you are looking for an app with comics that dont have those themes the app Web comics is similar but has more appropriate themes for 10yrs+ children.

Can kissing make you fall in love? ›

Kissing causes a chemical reaction in your brain, including a burst of the hormone oxytocin. It's often referred to as the “love hormone,” because it stirs up feelings of affection and attachment. According to a 2013 study, oxytocin is particularly important in helping men bond with a partner and stay monogamous.

Do Koreans hug a lot? ›

Although the culture around hugging is changing, hugging in Korea is generally reserved for couples or for close friends or family that are saying goodbye for a long while.

What is a French kiss? ›

What Is a French Kiss? A French kiss (also called a tongue kiss, a deep kiss, or making out) is a kiss in which one or both partners use their tongues to stimulate each other's mouths for mutual sexual pleasure.

What is Jimin favorite K-drama? ›

Our Blues is a 2022 Korean drama that follows an ensemble cast of characters who live and work on Jeju Island through an omnibus format. Kim Woo Bin, Han Ji Min, and a slew of other must-see actors star in the drama. Everyone has a favorite movie that they watch over and over. Jimin's favorite film is The Notebook.

What is BTS V Favourite movie? ›

In an interview with Rolling Stones, V shared that Quentin Tarentino's Reservoir Dogs is his all-time favorite movie.

What's Jungkook's favorite movie? ›

1) Iron Man. Jungkook' all time favourite movie is....... IRON MAN. Jungkook is a huge fan of Marvel movies, especially Iron Man.

Why is it called K-drama? ›

Korean television drama, sometimes known as 'K-Drama', refers to Korean-language television shows of the drama genre produced in South Korea. Korean drama began in May 1956 with the film Death Row Prisoner, directed by Choi Chang Bong.

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Which K-drama will make you cry? ›

1. “Hi Bye, Mama” “Hi Bye, Mama” is a tvN series about a woman named Cha Yu Ri, played by Kim Tae Hee. She passes away in a tragic accident but comes back as a ghost for 49 days as a result of not being able to leave her daughter behind.

Which is BTS Favourite K-drama? ›

BTS's RM is a huge fan of the megahit K-drama 'Sky Castle' Just like their fans, BTS is on top of the latest and most-talked about K-dramas.

What is Jungkook's favorite K-drama? ›

Of course, Hotel Del Luna would be on Jungkook's favorite K-drama list. BTS's Golden Maknae is a huge fan of IU, the leading character in the sci-fi romance drama. The drama also stars Yeo Jin-goo.

Which K drama actress is most beautiful? ›

Park Shin Hye is the most beautiful Korean actresses. Park Shin Hye is not just one of the most popular actresses in South Korea, but also in Asia. The 32-year-old actress is currently starring in the hit K-drama Doctors opposite Kim Rae Won. She first gained recognition for her role in the K-drama Stairway to Heaven.

What age is K-drama for? ›

Most of the k dramas are age rated 15+ so there's no need to wait till you are 18.

Why is it called K-drama? ›

Korean television drama, sometimes known as 'K-Drama', refers to Korean-language television shows of the drama genre produced in South Korea. Korean drama began in May 1956 with the film Death Row Prisoner, directed by Choi Chang Bong.

What is Jimin favorite K-drama? ›

Our Blues is a 2022 Korean drama that follows an ensemble cast of characters who live and work on Jeju Island through an omnibus format. Kim Woo Bin, Han Ji Min, and a slew of other must-see actors star in the drama. Everyone has a favorite movie that they watch over and over. Jimin's favorite film is The Notebook.

What is BTS V Favourite movie? ›

In an interview with Rolling Stones, V shared that Quentin Tarentino's Reservoir Dogs is his all-time favorite movie.

What's Jungkook's favorite movie? ›

1) Iron Man. Jungkook' all time favourite movie is....... IRON MAN. Jungkook is a huge fan of Marvel movies, especially Iron Man.

Who was the crush of Jungkook? ›

BTS' Jungkook in several interviews has confessed that he has a major crush on K-pop singer IU. At one of the Yahoo Music Awards, BTS was asked about the first album they bought with their own money.

Who is Jungkook ideal crush? ›

Some time ago, BTS' Jungkook revealed that IU is his ultimate crush, he melts for her and also admires her as an artist.

What is BTS V favorite country? ›

Taehyung or V had mentioned in Bon Voyage 4 that he was in love with the picturesque landscape and hills of New Zealand. All of them had a consensus that they loved Chicago, USA too.

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