If you’ve been busy and aren’t sure which K-dramas to watch next, you’ve come to the right place because we’ll be discussing the most popular ongoing K-dramas that everyone is currently loving!
Every week, the Good Data Corporation compiles data on viewer engagement with K-drama news, posts, videos, and social media to identify the most buzzworthy dramas and actors/actresses. Let’s not delay any further and see which dramas made the list!
Most Buzzworthy K-Dramas of the Moment
1. “Marry My Husband”
Park Min Young and Na In Woo’s fantasy revenge drama is the current sensation! “Marry My Husband” revolves around the story of a terminally ill woman who is granted a second chance at life when she finds herself transported back 10 years after she was tragically murdered by her husband and best friend, who is having an affair.
If you are a huge fan of this drama, you might want to check out Park Min Young and Na In Woo’s K-Dramas and shows available on KOCOWA+ with professional English subtitles.
2. “Captivating The King”
Now in the second spot, Cho Jung Seok and Shin Sae Kyeong’s “Captivating the King” is the second most talked-about drama of the week. This historical melodrama depicts the cruel love story of a miserable king who has no one around him that he can trust and a woman pretending to be a man who tries to deceive him for revenge but ends up falling in love with him.
3. “Knight Flower“
Lee Ha Nee and Lee Jong Won’s historical comedy investigative drama “Knight Flower” is the third most-loved drama of the week! This drama revolves around a widow who is the daughter-in-law of the most prestigious noble family in Joseon who lives a quiet reclusive life during the day but sneaks out of the house at night to help people in need.
“Knight Flower” is receiving a lot of love for featuring a strong female lead in a historical setting, as Lee Ha Nee plays the role of a heroine who, despite living in a male-dominated society in Joseon, still finds a way to bring justice by becoming a masked woman at night. The drama’s ratings are continuously rising with every episode, and luckily, this drama is available on KOCOWA+!
4. “Doctor Slump”
Park Shin Hye and Park Hyung Sik’s healing romance “Doctor Slump” has made its way to be the fourth most popular drama of the week. This drama tells the story of former high school rivals who meet again at the lowest point in their lives. If you remember, these two co-starred in “The Heirs,” where Hyung Sik was just a supporting character but is now the main character alongside Shin Hye!
5. “Korea-Khitan War“
Kim Dong Jun, Choi Soo Jong, and Ji Seung Hyun’s historical drama “Korea-Khitan War” is the fifth most talked-about drama of the week. This series is based on the 2018 South Korean novel Goryeo–Khitan War: Sweet Rain in the Winter and is produced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of KBS.
The drama tells the story of King Hyeonjong of Goryeo uniting Goryeo under his tolerant leadership by leading the war against the Khitans to victory, together with Gang Gam-chan, the King’s political mentor, and the commander-in-chief of the Goryeo army. This drama is a hit in South Korea as it delves into history and stars veteran actor Choi Soo Jong, who also won the Daesang (Grand Prize) at the “2023 KBS Drama Awards” for his role in this drama.
6. “Queen of Divorce“
Lee Ji Ah and Kang Ki Hyun’s “Queen of Divorce” is the sixth most-loved drama of the week. This legal comedy-drama tells the story of a divorce resolution company that provides a ‘bad spouse’ punishment solution to put an end to the client’s problematic marriage.
“Queen of Divorce” is gaining a lot of attention as it’s led by the top actress Lee Ji Ah as Korea’s best divorce solver and marks Kang Ki Hyun’s first leading role as a long-time actor who’s been in the industry playing supporting roles. This is also the first of the many JTBC dramas that will be streaming on KOCOWA+ with professional English subtitles!
7. “Flex X Cop”
Ahn Bo Hyun and Park Ji Hyun’s action thriller “Flex X Cop” is the seventh most popular drama of the week. This is not your usual investigative drama as it features a third-generation chaebol who is forced to work together with a veteran detective in the violent crime department.
8. “Love Song For Illusion”
Park Ji Hoon and Hong Ye Ji’s historical romance “Love Song For Illusion” is the eighth most talked-about drama of the week. This drama revolves around a woman who becomes an assassin to avenge her family but fails when she falls into a trap set by an unknown person. She then wakes up the next day with no memory of her past and is appointed as the crown prince’s concubine.
9. “The Third Marriage“
Oh Seung Ah and Yoon Sun Woo’s romance melodrama has made its way as the ninth most popular show of the week. This is a story about a woman who was initially cheerful with a positive attitude setting out on a path of revenge after living a life of manipulation. This is part of MBC’s daily drama, and it’s a makjang melodrama, making it very popular with people who love this kind of genre. “The Third Marriage” is also available on KOCOWA+.
10. “Live Your Own Life“
Uee and Ha Jun have completed this week’s most buzzworthy ranking! This is an inspiring family drama about a daughter who devoted her whole life to her family but now breaking away because of the hard times they gave her and is now living an independent life.
“Live Your Own Life” finished last week reaching 22% ratings in its last episode, making it a huge hit! Uee and Ha Jun also won Excellence awards for their roles in this drama and the ‘Best Couple Award’ at the “2023 KBS Drama Awards!” You can watch this drama alongside other KBS family weekend dramas on KOCOWA+
If you still haven’t decided what to watch first, then I highly recommend Lee Ha Nee’s “Knight Flower” or Lee Ji Ah’s “Queen of Divorce!” both available on KOCOWA+.
