Expert Explains Why Korean Dramas Are So Addictive

TV shows took a big part in our lives, we are so eager to find out what's going to be in the next episodes of our favorite soap opera that sometimes we forget that TV characters shouldn't be more important to us than our closest people and even than ourselves. Let's find out what makes us so addictive to dramas, particularly Korean ones.

I bet everyone once watched the whole season of their favorite TV show in just one night and you definitely remember the phase you were saying to yourself: "Just one more and I'll go to sleep, I can't help but find out what will happen next, because it ended so intriguingly". So here's the word we have been looking for - intrigue.

That what keeps us so cocked - intrigue and curiosity create the feeling that you can even compare with drug addiction. Of course, the authors' plan is to entertain us, but they also leave us on a cliffhanger to begging them for more series to know what happens next, it was made to tease the viewer so it becomes some kind of addiction. So if you see your kid started suffering from health problems, having low school performance and you notice he is always in gadgets, no need to worry that your child is being bullied online or something and don't immediately use the mspy imessenger. These may be the symptoms of TV shows addiction.

So what the experts say about Korean dramas, how and why do they captivate the viewer? Having studied the materials of articles on this topic, we can highlight several reasons for this phenomenon:

1. Characters. Korean dramas' characters are often idealized, they are young, slender and beautiful boys and girls with big eyes, fashionable hairstyles and positive moral qualities. They often behave exaltedly, so it seems that they have jumped off the pages of some manga. Despite that almost all k-pop idols, regardless of gender, underwent plastic surgery or corrected problem areas in appearance, but everyone loves a pretty picture that is why teenagers all over the world have this wrong picture in their heads of how they should look like, because of its non-existent standards. Now we can't be surprised why kids' insecurity develops.

2. Plot. The storyline is a bit naive and melodramatic, in the best traditions of the television "soap", you need to take care in advance and stock up on handkerchiefs. People love K-dramas because they are tired of all this negativity, like gangsters, corrupt police officers, etc. both in television and in life, the viewers just want to relax and enjoy watching TV shows. So for those who are tired of frank vulgarity and cheeky behavior on television, there is an alternative.

3. Scenery. One of the most popular Korean dramas is a historical one. Mostly, the action takes place in the Middle Ages, when Korea was the Great Joseon State. Palace conspiracies, famous battles, royal persons, beautiful princesses, brave warriors, political intrigues, intricate love lines - all this can be found in historical dramas. And, of course, bright and colorful costumes, chic scenery and exoticism that attracts viewers from other countries. Koreans deal with history freely, they like to film legends about heroes, thinking out what is unknown, but generally honor their past with great respect. 

4. Intention. Korean dramas broadcast universal Confucian values ​​- respect for elders, family orientation, loyalty to duty and peace. You must agree that it's not often seen in TV series.

5. Image of a man. Usually, in Korean dramas, they are kind, understanding, respecting and ready to love the one and only woman all their lives. Naturally, such an image attracts women and not only in Asia, but all over the world.

6. High-quality picture. Korean dramas are usually shot well. Large amounts of money are spent on their production. Good camera work is essential in making movies or series.

8. Duration. Another feature of Korean series is that they are not too long (from 12 to 24 episodes, historical - up to 80 episodes), they are shot literally within a few days, or even hours before the broadcast. Therefore, they are relevant and include the latest developments.

9. Viewers' opinions. In Korea, studios closely monitor fans' reactions on the Internet and often adjust the plot to the audience's preferences. You want this couple to be together? Here you go. Didn't like the new character? It is possible that in the next episode he will be in a car accident. This is probably the dream of any fan of the TV shows - to influence what happens next.

We can conclude that it's all about the perfect picture of both characters and shootings, but we shouldn't forget that it isn't real, don't let this ideal world swallow you. Remember that you are beautiful just the way you are, cause you to have a personality, you are original, not a copy. Do not replace real-life with TV shows and real people with puppets.