4 Heartwarming Family K-dramas To Watch This Chuseok: ‘Doctor Cha,’ ‘Our Blues,’ More!
What better way to celebrate the Chuseok (mid-autumn holiday) than by spending it with your loved ones?
The holiday is a perfect time to take the mind off stressful things, and just enjoy the family's warmth and presence.
With this, here are four K-drama recommendations that feel like a warm hug. Make sure to check them out this Chuseok.
'Doctor Cha'
First in the list is Uhm Jung Hwa's mega hit drama "Doctor Cha" which tells the beauty of love, family and self-worth.
The series follows the life of a homemaker who leaves her run-of-the-mill life to pursue her residency as a family doctor.
Not only does the drama empower women but it also gives a beautiful depiction of the realistic struggles of womanhood and motherhood.
It also shows the true essence of love and family through the eyes of Uhm Jung Hwa's titular character. Catch it now on Netflix.
'Crash Course In Romance'
In Jeon Do Yeon and Jung Kyung Ho's "Crash Course In Romance," viewers will be welcomed by a cider-like atmosphere that every member of the family can enjoy.
The drama depicts the romantic attraction between a Math instructor and a side dish shop owner amidst the hustle and bustle of life and the upcoming entrance exam preparations.
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"Crash Course In Romance" is a witty drama filled with light-hearted rom-com that also touches the themes of parenting, puppy love and more.
'The Good Bad Mother'
Earlier this year, Lee Do Hyun and Ra Mi Ran made every viewer weep with their chemistry as a mother and son duo in "The Good Bad Mother."
It follows the life of a mother who goes back in time after her adult son becomes child-like again due to an unexpected accident.
"The Good Bad Mother" tugged at the hearts with its sound portrayal of familial love, grief and parenthood. It's definitely worth checking out so stream it now on Netflix.
'Our Blues'
Set in the beautiful Jeju Island, "Our Blues" is an omnibus work that depicts the simplicity of Jeju folks' lives, their personal struggles, victories and failures.
It stars Lee Jung Eun, Shin Min Ah, Lee Byung Hun and more. It also introduced rookie actors Noh Yoon Seo and Bae Hyun Sung who are now creating names for themselves.
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"Our Blues" uniquely decorated prime time with its uncensored portrayal of life, friendship, betrayal, mental health, abortion and other topics that are taboo in South Korea.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
