Other than rom-coms, South Korea is known to produce amazing and unique revenge K-dramas.
Whether it's makjang or those with dramatic plot twists and larger-than-life characters in suspense thrillers and fantasy series, there's no doubt that viewers will surely get hooked on every episode.
One of the hit revenge dramas that viewers are into these days is "Marry My Husband."
Based on the webtoon of the same name, it focuses on the revenge journey of Kang Ji Won, played by Park Min Young.
In the story, she is a terminally ill patient and is dealing with last-stage cancer. Unfortunately, other than being physically in pain, Kang Ji Won also discovered her husband's affair.
Park Min Hwan, played by Lee Yi Kyung, is in a romantic relationship with Ji Won's best friend, Jung Soo Min, portrayed by Song Ha Yoon.
They are also planning to get her insurance if she dies.
Meanwhile, Kang Ji Won was reborn and living her second life; this is where she meets Yoo Ji Hyuk, played by Na In Woo, who also has an unexpected secret.
Interestingly, "Marry My Husband" received huge success by setting a new personal best on every episode and being consistent as the most buzzworthy drama for weeks, which only shows how the public is tuned into the K-drama.
If you love revenge K-dramas that tackle marriage, here is the list of series that you need to watch.
'The World of the Married'
The 2020 Korean adaptation took the world by storm as "The World of the Married" scored a huge success.
Not only did it win recognition at the Baeksang Arts Awards 2020, but it also skyrocketed the popularity of the cast.
A remake of the British TV series "Doctor Foster," the K-drama stars Kim Hee Ae as the dotting wife and mother Ji Sun Woo, who plotted her revenge against her cheating husband Lee Tae Oh, portrayed by Park Hae Joon.
The series also introduced Han So Hee as Seo Da Kyung, the mistress who had a secret relationship with Tae Oh.
Viewers are drawn to the unexpected twists and turns of the story, making it one of the most popular K-dramas at the time.
'Remarriage and Desires'
Released in 2022, the Netflix series featured a fictional elite matchmaking company that caters to women who want to see their future husbands.
However, Seo Hye Seung had a different plan in mind, and that was to avenge her husband's death, who was decieved by a manipulative woman.
"Remarriage and Desires" stars Kim Hee Sun, Lee Eun Wook, Jung Eugene, Park Hoon, and Cha Ji Yeon as lead stars.
The original Netflix series delves into love, betrayal, and revenge.
'My Happy Ending'
Jang Nara returned to the small screen with the revenge drama "My Happy Ending."
Taking on the role of Seo Jae Won, she used to have an almost perfect family, but her marriage ended in divorce.
Unfortunately, dealing with it is a huge change and struggle for her.
Moreso, she discovered that she was being betrayed by the people whom she trusted.
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Written by Geca Wills
