4 Amazing Dramas To Introduce K-Drama Land To Your Friends: ‘My Name,’ ‘Crash Landing on You,’ More

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What better way to enjoy a weekend with friends than watching an amazing and worthwhile 16-part K-Drama?

If you're looking for a drama that will hook anyone (even the ones new to K-Drama!), then you're lucky! Here are the best K-Dramas to introduce to your friends to get the "oppa" fever started!

'Crash Landing on You'

The classic South Korean city girl meets North Korean soldier drama "Crash Landing on You" starring Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin never gets old!

Hyun Bin And Son Ye-jin Crash Landing On You Teaser Poster
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Hyun Bin And Son Ye-jin Crash Landing On You Teaser Poster

In an unexpected paragliding accident, Yoon Se Ri (Son Ye Jin) ends up in North Korean territory where she meets handsome yet strict soldier Ri Jeong Hyuk (Hyun Bin). Eventually, after a series of mishaps, the two fall in love.

"Crash Landing on You" is a wonderful drama to get a newbie into K-Drama Land, especially when the lead stars are very smitten with one another! Did you know that they married each other in real life in March 2022?

Crash Landing on You
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It's such a treat, and it'll make you want to fall in love again! Watch it now on Netflix!

'Kingdom'

A zombie cult and history fanatic? Here's Ju Ji Hoon and Bae Doo Na's "Kingdom"!

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It follows the story of crown prince Lee Chang (Ju Ji Hoon) who tries to find the reason why he's not allowed to visit his father. In order to find out, he goes out to look for his father's doctor.

In his journey, he meets Seo Bi (Bae Doo Na) and the storm of zombies that are slowly taking over the country.

Bae Doona Kingdom
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Kingdom: Ashin of the North
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"Kingdom" is entertaining and gripping for a zombie or horror drama. Ju Ji Hoon and Bae Doo Na's acting will certainly impress any viewer. 

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It's undoubtedly a great watch for any of your peers who will give it a try. "Kingdom" is available with English subtitles on Netflix!

'The Red Sleeve'

Based on the novel of the same name, "The Red Sleeve" tells the story of emperor Yi San (Lee Junho) who falls in love with court lady Seong Deok Im (Lee Se Young). 

‘The Red Sleeve Cuff’ Lee Junho and Lee Se Young
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In spite of their societal status differences, the two deeply fall in love with each other while trying to fight for their nation.

‘The Red Sleeve Cuff’
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"The Red Sleeve" is a novelty drama but its enticing storyline will hook anyone in any age group! It has almost every genre packed into a series including romance, comedy, suspense and more!

'My Name'

This Netflix series is Han So Hee's greatest work so far. It follows the life of Yoo Ji Woo (Han So Hee) who has grown up with a conman as a father.

My Name
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When he gets killed, Yoo Ji Woo becomes an undercover police officer in order to figure out who is responsible for her father's sudden demise.

Unlike many dramas, "My Name" exudes coolness and girl crush vibes. It guarantees a solid watch experience as it involves a female lead who's ready to take down people for revenge.

My Name
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My Name
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You'll be holding the edge of your seats as "My Name" doesn't have any room for boredom! With that, it's the perfect series to binge and get your friends into K-Drama Land!

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Written by Elijah Mully.

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