The influx of romance, action and mystery dramas in the South Korean entertainment scene is quite getting bigger.
Apart from that, a slew of historical K-Dramas also hit the screen in recent years. However, some beginner K-Drama junkies are overwhelmed with the historical facts, intonations and dialogues in some works.
Fret not, as many period works are quite easy to watch. Here are five of them.
'The Red Sleeve'
In 2021, the multi-awarded historical drama "The Red Sleeve" starring Lee Se Young and Lee Junho graced the screen.
The drama focuses on the romance between a court lady who has a sincere heart for her people and a king who puts the country first before himself.
Helmed beautifully, "The Red Sleeve" is a work that moved the hearts of countless viewers. Besides the actors' performance, the narrative of the work itself proves its quality that no one should miss.
'Mr. Queen'
Shin Hye Sun and Kim Jung Hyun knocked it out of the park when they teamed up in the 2020 period drama "Mr. Queen."
A perfect combination of romance, comedy and fantasy, "Mr. Queen" depicts the chaotic love story of the Joseon king and queen who has the soul of a wild chef from modern Korea.
READ MORE: 4 Romance K-Dramas With Underwhelming Endings: 'Love Alarm,' 'Red Balloon,' More!
Due to its hilarious plot and characters, "Mr. Queen" enjoyed a syndrome-level success and up until this writing, it is still being streamed by many viewers.
'The King's Affection'
Park Eun Bin and SF9 Rowoon displayed the sweet clandestine love of a woman who becomes the crown prince while trying to hide her identity and affection for her first love.
This week, a sweet and flowery drama is the perfect thing to binge on. Although "The King's Affection" still has political themes, it still falls under the lighthearted romances category so don't you worry!
'Twenty Five, Twenty One'
Unlike the previously mentioned works, Kim Tae Ri and Nam Joo Hyuk's "Twenty Five, Twenty One" isn't in the Joseon era.
The drama takes the viewers back to the 1990s during the IMF crisis that hit Asia. In the series, viewers are able to see how the event affected the characters' lives, dreams and relationships in both good and bad ways.
Undoubtedly, the series has the public on a chokehold! A year after its conclusion, fans still couldn't stop talking about "Twenty Five, Twenty One."
'20th Century Girl'
Like "Twenty Five, Twenty One," Kim Yoo Jung, Byun Woo Seok, Park Jung Woo and Noh Yoon Seo's "20th Century Girl" also brings viewers nostalgia about their first loves.
It also showcases the journey of youths who navigate their lives from adolescence to adulthood, and how they cope with loss and heartbreaks.
ALSO READ: 5 Amazing K-Drama Remakes To Watch This Week: 'Little Women,' 'Woori the Virgin,' More!
Despite its upbeat vibe, the film is one hell of an emotional ride so ready your tissues with you!
KDramaStars owns this article.
Written by Elijah Mully.
