K-Drama Starter Pack: 15+ Shows To Watch For K-Drama Day

Celebrate this year’s K-Drama Day by diving into some of the Korean dramas that have become fan favorites around the world!

As part of Rakuten Viki’s International K-Drama Day celebration, fans can explore curated drama collections featuring different themes and genres, making it easy to find something new to watch.

From heart-fluttering rom-coms to thrilling mysteries and emotional romance dramas, there’s a K-drama for every kind of fan. For those who are new to K-dramas, the K-Drama Starter Pack collection is the perfect place to begin. Here are some of the K-dramas from the collection to add to your watch list!

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In no particular order.

“Dear X”

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“Dear X” tells the story of Baek Ah Jin (Kim You Jung), an A-list actress who climbs from rock bottom to the top of the industry by using others. Baek Ah Jin hides her cruel true nature beneath a beautiful mask, leaving behind a trail of the people she stepped on as she clawed her way to fame and fortune.

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“Love Scout”

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“Love Scout” is a romance drama about Kang Ji Yun (Han Ji Min), a CEO who is fantastic at her job but inept at everything else, and Yu Eun Ho (Lee Jun Hyuk), her highly competent secretary who is great at not only his job but also childcare and housework.

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“Study Group”

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“Study Group” is an action comedy drama about Youn Ga Min (Hwang Minhyun), a student who dreams of excelling academically but is only gifted in fighting. At a high school notorious for being one of the worst, he forms a study group and dives into the ruthless world of college entrance exams.

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“Reborn Rookie”

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“Reborn Rookie” is a drama that tells the story of Kang Yong Ho (Son Hyun Joo), the powerful chairman of leading conglomerate Choiseong Group. After an accident, he unexpectedly finds himself living an unwanted second life when his soul is swapped into the youthful body of soccer player Hwang Jun Hyun (Lee Jun Young), forcing him to start over as a rookie employee at his own company.

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“My Dearest Nemesis”

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“My Dearest Nemesis” tells the love story of Baek Su Jeong (Mun Ka Young) and Ban Ju Yeon (Choi Hyun Wook), who first meet via their online game characters during their school days, then meet again in real life as boss and employee 16 years later.

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“Yumi’s Cells”

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“Yumi’s Cells” tells the story of an ordinary office worker named Yumi (Kim Go Eun)—from the point of view of the many brain cells in her head controlling her every thought, feeling, and action.

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“What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim”

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“What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” is a rom-com about Lee Young Joon (Park Seo Joon), the narcissistic vice president of his family’s company, and his personal secretary Kim Mi So (Park Min Young), as they begin an unexpected love story with a hidden secret of the past.

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“The Legend of Kitchen Soldier”

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“The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” is a military fantasy-comedy drama that tells the story of army cook Kang Sung Jae (Park Ji Hoon). When a mysterious quest window pops up in front of him one day, Private Kang Sung Jae begins an unexpected journey that leads him down the path toward becoming a legendary cook.

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“Undercover High School”

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“Undercover High School” is a comedy action drama that follows Jeong Hae Seong (Seo Kang Jun), a National Intelligence Service (NIS) agent who goes undercover as a high school student to track down missing gold.

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“The First Night with the Duke”

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“The First Night with the Duke” is a fantasy romance drama about an ordinary college student whose soul is transported into a minor character in a romance novel, Cha Sun Chaek (Seohyun). After waking up in the world of the novel, she ends up spending the night with the obsessive male lead Yi Beon (Taecyeon).

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“Phantom Lawyer”

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“Phantom Lawyer” is a quirky yet heartwarming legal drama that follows the adventures of Shin I Rang (Yoo Yeon Seok), a lawyer who can see ghosts, and elite attorney Han Na Hyun (Esom) as they resolve the lingering grievances of their very unusual clients—ghosts—through the law.

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“To My Beloved Thief”

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“To My Beloved Thief” is about Hong Eun Jo (Nam Ji Hyun), a woman who unexpectedly becomes a bandit known as Gil Dong, and Yi Yeol (Moon Sang Min), a royal prince of Joseon who switches souls with her while pursuing her.

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“BITCH X RICH”

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“BITCH X RICH” depicts the events that happen to Kim Hye In (Lee Eun Saem), the only witness to a murder of a high school girl. She eventually transfers to the esteemed Cheongdam International High School, and there, she meets Baek Je Na (Yeri), the queen of Diamond 6, the prime suspect and the most powerful person in the school.

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“My Sweet Mobster”

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“My Sweet Mobster” is a romance drama about Seo Ji Hwan (Um Tae Goo), a man who has overcome his troubled past, and Go Eun Ha (Han Sun Hwa), a kids’ content creator. The drama promises a story of reconciling the past and rediscovering childhood innocence.

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“Perfect Marriage Revenge”

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“Perfect Marriage Revenge” follows the story of Han Yi Joo (Jung Yoo Min), a woman who enters into a contract marriage with a man named Seo Do Guk (Sung Hoon) to seek revenge for everything that her family has done to her.

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Which of these K-dramas will you be watching on K-Drama Day? If you want to explore more options, check out Viki’s K-Drama Starter Pack collection here!

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5 K-Dramas To Watch If You Loved “Teach You A Lesson”

What happens when the people who are meant to protect us fail to do so? “Teach You a Lesson” stars Kim Moo Yul as Na Hwa Jin, a man who takes on the Korean education system head on. Along with the members of the Educational Rights Protection Bureau (ERPB), he steps into schools plagued with violence, bullying, and corruption. The show puts the spotlight on justice within the education system, determined to restore order by any means.

With vigilante justice taking center stage, it is no surprise that this drama has viewers craving for more stories about ordinary people deciding to take matters into their own hands.

If the show’s morally grey characters, action packed confrontations, and themes of fighting a broken system resonated with you, these five dramas deserve a spot on your watch list.

“Weak Hero Class 1”

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Yeon Si Eun (Park Ji Hoon) is a brilliant student whose quiet demeanor hides a fiercely strategic mind. He prefers to stay in the background and keep to himself rather than get involved in friendships or school politics. But when he unwittingly becomes the victim of bullying, he decides to stand up. He forms unlikely friendships with Ahn Su Ho (Choi Hyun Wook), a student and former athlete, and Oh Bum Seok (Hong Kyung), a young man with a troubled past. As they navigate an increasingly dangerous environment, Si Eun relies on strategy and a calculated approach in tackling every situation, proving that intelligence can be just as powerful as physical strength.

“Weak Hero Class 1” is a must watch for its stellar performances, emotionally devastating friendships, and cleverly choreographed action sequences.

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“Undercover High School”

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Jeong Hae Seong (Seo Kang Jun), a National Intelligence Service agent, exchanges his government duties for a semester at the elite Byungmun High School. The 31-year-old goes undercover as a 17-year-old student and is on a mission to investigate a missing national treasure while also find the truth behind his father’s disappearance years ago.

As he encounters bratty high schoolers and a calculating headmistress, he also crosses paths with the dedicated and spirited homeroom teacher, Oh Soo Ah (Jin Ki Joo), someone who is tied to his past.

“Undercover High School” blends action, comedy, and high school politics into an entertaining package. Packed with high stakes and plenty of hijinks, Seo Kang Jun aces the part and is every bit the charming daredevil agent, and if you loved Jin Ki Joo’s performance in “Teach You a Lesson,” this drama is a must-watch!

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“Study Group”

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Hwang Minhyun plays Youn Ga Min, a student whose only dream is to excel academically, but sadly, he is always at the bottom of the class. Unfortunately for him, his exceptional fighting skills constantly drag him into conflicts as he protects his classmates from bullies and school gangs. He enrolls into the country’s toughest school (fighting wise) and forms a study group where he deep dives into the hyper competitive world of college entrance exams.

“Study Group” scores for its underdog storyline and satisfying balance between humor and heart. Hwang Minhyun endears as the naive Youn Ga Min, who never uses his fighting skills to take advantage despite being physically gifted. The ensemble cast shines, with each character getting a wholesome and enriching arc in the storyline.

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“How to Buy a Friend”

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Park Chan Hong (Lee Shin Young) is an ordinary student whose life changes after he becomes entangled with mysterious classmate Heo Don Hyuk (Shin Seung Ho). Don Hyuk is known for his fighting skills and can be intimidating, but when Chan Hong becomes the target of bullying, he realizes the only one who can come to his rescue is Don Hyuk. It is the perfect arrangement for Don Hyuk, since he too is investigating a troubling incident pertaining to his girlfriend’s death.

Together, the two uncover secrets, navigate social hierarchies, and confront hidden dangers lurking beneath seemingly normal school life. The unconventional arrangement also sees the development of a deep friendship between the two boys. Its compact runtime, dark atmosphere, and strong performances make it an easy yet compelling binge.

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“Taxi Driver”

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No one serves justice quite like Kim Do Gi (Lee Je Hoon), a former military officer who works as a taxi driver for Rainbow Taxi. This is no ordinary taxi service—it’s a secret organization which helps victims abandoned by the legal system and avenging those who have been oppressed.

Over the course of his many missions, Do Gi takes on many roles ranging from a sports headhunter and an idol group manager to a gamer. He tackles different forms of injustice, from workplace abuse to scams and school violence. His strategy and investigation abilities, along with his team, make every mission deeply satisfying to watch.

“Taxi Driver” has a high rewatch value. Come for the thrilling action and stay for the heartfelt stories that remind viewers why this series remains one of the best vigilante dramas out there. Lee Je Hoon earns his stripes as the tough guy with a soft emotional core.

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Puja Talwar is a Soompi writer with a strong Yoo Yeon Seok and Lee Junho bias. A long time K-drama fan, she loves devising alternate scenarios to the narratives. She has interviewed Lee Min Ho, Gong Yoo, Cha Eun Woo, and Ji Chang Wook to name a few. You can follow her on @puja_talwar7 on Instagram.

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Kwon Sang Woo Confirmed To Star In “Study Group 2” As Hwang Minhyun’s Uncle 

Kwon Sang Woo will be teaming up with Hwang Minhyun in “Study Group 2”!

According to TVING on April 23, Kwon Sang Woo is set to appear in the original series “Study Group Season 2.”

Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, “Study Group” is a high school action-comedy about Youn Ga Min (Hwang Minhyun), a student who dreams of excelling academically but is only gifted in fighting. At a high school notorious for being one of the worst in the world, he forms a study group and dives into the ruthless world of college entrance exams. The drama ranked in the Top 5 for over 140 regions on Viki, proving its global success.

Following its success, production for Season 2 was confirmed, with filming already underway since last month.

In the new season, Kwon Sang Woo will take on the role of Jeon Young Ha, Youn Ga Min’s uncle who taught Youn Ga Min “forbidden fighting techniques.” Though he was ultimately cut off by his sister for secretly training his nephew, he stands out as a warm and deeply human character who remains by Youn Ga Min’s side, offering support and guidance.

While waiting for more updates on Season 2, watch Season 1 of “Study Group” on Viki below!

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