While infidelity and extramarital affairs are some of the overused plots as seen on K-Dramas, it's safe to say that it's entertaining to see on media as it gives viewers a different pump of adrenaline.
It's true that some of them are written poorly, making the work even worse. To avoid that from happening, here are four amazing recommendations on infidelity and revenge. Read to know more.
'Temptation of Wife'
Without a doubt, Kim Seo Hyung's classic drama "Temptation of Wife" is the blueprint of K-Dramas that focus on infidelity and betrayal.
The series follows a complex love story between sisterhood and lovers who are tested by time and fate. It also introduced the concept of revenge which is now used in most recent releases in the Hallyu scene.
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Because of the drama's intensity and great feedback from fans, "Temptation of Wife" became a worldwide hit that had been remade in various countries. A true classic.
'The Penthouse: War of Life'
Who could ever forget the makjang drama that stole the attention of viewers in the past years?
"The Penthouse: War of Life" is a classic work helmed with elitism, money, power and infidelity which is laced with a crime that changes the course of two couples' lives.
Starring Kim So Yeon, Uhm Ki Joon, Yoon Jong Hoon and Lee Ji Ah, the drama is truly one of its kind as they bring their characters to life, facing each twist and turn that leave viewers in awe.
'Show Window: The Queen's House'
Like what other people say, never covet what isn't yours. In "Show Window: The Queen's House," sisters turn on one another for love.
In the series, Song Yoon Ah pervades the cruel extramarital affair of her best friend, never realizing that the affair is with her own husband, played by Lee Sung Jae.
The drama truly showcases the true pain of being the victim of a hot and intense affair, especially committed by the two people that one cherishes the most.
Although the work didn't receive much attention during its run, "Show Window: The Queen's House" is just as amazing as the other two series.
'The World of the Married'
The list wouldn't be complete without Kim Hee Ae, Park Hae Joon and Han So Hee's hottest, most intense and most cruel romance drama in the history of K-Drama.
"The World of the Married" stole the attention of many fans after it aired during the height of the pandemic, showcasing a love story between a young woman and her doctor's husband.
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Laced with infidelity and rage, the drama became one of the most watched shows in 2020. Up until this writing, the work has been remade into more than three languages, proving its success.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
