It’s that time of day when we’ll be discussing the popular K-dramas everyone’s talking about! If you’ve been busy and don’t know what to watch next, here are the most talked-about dramas of the week!
Every week, the Good Data Corporation collects data on how viewers engage with K-drama news, posts, videos, and social media to determine the most buzzworthy dramas and actors/actresses. So, let’s take a glimpse at the list and find out which dramas are capturing the hearts of viewers right now!
Most Buzzworthy K-Dramas Of The Week
1. “Dr. Romantic 3”
The third season of the beloved medical drama “Dr. Romantic” takes the top spot this week! “Dr. Romantic 3” follows a group of healthcare professionals facing various challenges as the Doldam Hospital Regional Trauma Center opens after three years.
This season continues to deliver the same excitement and atmosphere as the first two seasons that we loved! The latest episodes also bring back Kang Dong Ju, the protagonist of the first season, as the head of the trauma center, and we enjoy seeing him reunite with Master Kim and the new characters!
2. “Dr. Cha”
“Dr. Cha,” a medical drama starring Uhm Jung Hwa and Kim Byung Chul, grabs the second spot this week! Known for its entertaining scenes, “Doctor Cha” tells the story of a medical graduate turned housewife who decides to return to the medical field, while her husband maintains a perfect dual life.
3. “Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938”
The second season of the fantasy drama “Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938,” centered around gumihos, secures the third spot in the buzzworthy list! This sequel captivates viewers with its concept as Lee Yeon (Lee Dong Wook) travels back to the year 1938, introducing a whole new world and a new female lead portrayed by Kim So Yeon!
4. “The Good Bad Mother”
“The Good Bad Mother,” a heartwarming K-drama featuring Ra Mi Ran and Lee Do Hyun, becomes the fourth most talked-about drama of the week as it concludes its run. The drama tells the bittersweet tale of a single mother who has to care for her 35-year-old son once again following a near-death accident.
5. “Delightfully Deceitful”
“Delightfully Deceitful,” a revenge thriller starring Kim Dong Wook and Chun Woo Hee, ranks as the fifth most popular drama of the week! This newly released drama narrates the story of a cunning con artist lacking empathy and a passionate empathetic lawyer. It’s worth mentioning that this is Kim Dong Wook’s second ongoing K-drama, alongside “My Perfect Stranger.”
6. “My Perfect Stranger“
“My Perfect Stranger,” a sci-fi K-drama featuring Kim Dong Wook and Jin Ki Joo, captures the sixth spot in the buzzworthy list. This sci-fi romance revolves around the captivating time-travel story of two people trapped in the year 1987.
The first 12 episodes have shown us that this is not your typical timeslip drama. The integration of time-traveling with a murder mystery elevates the drama, and the chemistry between the main leads is overflowing, even though it’s not a romance-focused storyline!
7. “The Real Has Come“
For those who love KBS weekend family dramas, “The Real Has Come,” starring Ahn Jae Hyun and Baek Jin Hee, becomes the seventh most talked-about drama of the week. This weekend drama portrays the story of an unmarried pregnant woman and a man who enter into a fake contract but eventually fall in love while navigating the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. It embodies the classic K-drama formula we all enjoy!
8. “Battle For Happiness”
The newest mystery thriller K-drama, “Battle For Happiness,” featuring Lee El, Jin Seo Yeon, and Cha Ye Ryun, claims the eighth spot in popularity this week. The drama explores the intense competition among mothers on social media who seek to undermine each other’s happiness. When one member of their group dies mysteriously, a larger battle unfolds as some try to hide the truth while others strive to expose it.
9. “Woman In a Veil“
Makjang K-dramas never go out of style, and “”Woman In a Veil” starring Shin Go Eun, becomes the ninth most talked-about drama of the week. It tells the story of a woman suffering from lock-in syndrome who crosses paths with an arrogant and cold-hearted heiress. This show will keep you on the edge of your seat with its intense plot and well-developed characters from beginning to end.
10. “King The Land”
Although this drama hasn’t aired yet, “King The Land,” starring Lee Jun Ho and YoonA, claims the tenth spot in the list of buzzworthy dramas this week. Many of us are excited about the romantic story between a chaebol thrown into an inheritance war and a hotelier in this upcoming JTBC drama!
Most Buzzworthy Actors And Actresses Of The Week
- Lee Dong Wook
- Uhm Jung Hwa
- Lee Do Hyun
- Ahn Hyo Seop
- Yoo Yeon Seok
- Kim Byung Chul
- Chun Woo Hee
- Kim So Yeon
- Kim Dong Wook
- Min Woo Hyuk
There are really a lot of amazing K-dramas and it’s hard to pick just one so why not indulge in watching all the shows that capture your interest? If you’re curious about my personal favorites that are currently airing, I’d recommend checking out “Dr. Romantic 3” and “My Perfect Stranger!”
