Youthful K-Dramas To Binge Before The School Year Starts [Updated 2022]
School will surely make everybody busy to the point that watching a short video is a luxury. Make the most out of your summer vacation before going back to school by watching these best school-centered Korean dramas that will set your mind and prepare your body for school, while enjoying yourself at the same time!
Who Are You: School 2015
The eighth installment of the "School" series, "Who Are You: School 2015," follows the story of two identical twins who have been separated since birth. It stars Kim So Hyun, Nam Joo Hyuk, and BTOB's Yook Sungjae.
Its plot thickens as the twins swap worlds and live their own new lives differently. This drama's unique storyline and talented cast will surely take you on the edge of your seat!
Watch Kim So Hyun's amazing acting in "Who Are You: School 2015" here.
Orange Marmalade
If you like vampires, cute love stories in a school setting, or a vampire who studies in broad daylight, then this drama is made for you!
"Orange Marmalade" stands out among the rest for its unconventional plot and star-studded cast with AOA member Seolhyun and then rookie actor Yeo Jin Goo.
The drama revolves around the stories of humans and vampires who decided to co-exist in this generation. Who said vampires can't bask in the beautiful and warm sun?
Undoubtedly, "Orange Marmalade" is a fun vampire rom-com drama you can watch in just one sitting!
Watch "Orange Marmalade" here.
Sassy Go Go (Cheer Up!)
Dancers and street-smart vs. academically-adept? Here's the best drama you can ever lay your eyes on!
"Sassy Go Go" (also known as "Cheer Up!") is a coming-of-age romantic comedy drama series that tells the different and colorful stories of two opposing groups who, in the long run, figured that they could co-exist and create a new and beautiful friendship with each other.
The drama stars Apink's Eunji, the leader of a street dance club named "Real King", opposite Lee Won Keun who heads the elite academic club of A-lister students "Baek Ho".
It also stars actress Chae Soo Bin, actor Ji Soo, and VIXX's N.
Watch Real King and Baek Ho in "Cheer Up!" here.
Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
There are lots of options when it comes to sports-themed K-dramas but "Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo" remains at the top. The worldwide phenomenon of sports drama tells the stories of teen athletes struggling with their life, body, friendship, and love lives.
What makes this drama special is that it's quirky, fun, and most especially, it resonates with viewers of all ages.
The drama stars Lee Sung Kyung as the hilariously quirky weightlifting athlete and Nam Joo Hyuk, the most handsome and gentleman swimmer.
Fun fact, the two dated for a while after its broadcast but eventually split up due to personal schedules conflict.
Watch Nam Joo Hyuk and Lee Sung Kyung's adorable chemistry here.
True Beauty
The "high school debut" trope is not new, but "True Beauty" has its own flavor. Here's where a bullied high school girl discovers the power of makeup to change herself, albeit temporarily. She meets two handsome students, who will become rivals to her heart.
Moon Ga Young, Cha Eun Woo (ASTRO) and Hwang In Yeop's acting and synergy are enough to keep the viewers entertained, but the performance and comic reliefs from the supporting stars make "True Beauty" even more amusing.
Expect the fun and chaotic life of Im Jukyung as she hides her true self.
Watch Moon Ga Young's "True Beauty" trailer here.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
