my drama recs !
not exactly in chronological order, i love all of these dramas so i recommend them all ! some of these recs don't have any comments or have short comments cause i watched it quite awhile ago so my memories a bit hazy
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1. Twenty-Five Twenty-One
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
might be the best kdrama i ever watched but this one might make you cry and feel broken for weeks, heads up...
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2. Kingdom
Korean Drama - 2019, 6 episodes
amazing, probably the best zombie apocalypse series i've seen (better than TWD in my opinion) !
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3. Alchemy of Souls
Korean Drama - 2022, 20 episodes
whew, this drama really captivated me by its fantasy and plot. i really loved it and its def in my top fave dramas and recs ! ITS ALSO SUPER FUNNY LMAO
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4. Alchemy of Souls Season 2: Light and Shadow
Korean Drama - 2022, 10 episodes
s2 was really amazing as well, although i was hoping to see the FL in action more like in the start of S1. i'm so happy with the ending all in all, but i won't lie s2 made me cry rivers of tears LOL
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5. Imawa no Kuni no Alice
Japanese Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
mindblowing series, i loved the plot and concepts sm
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6. Imawa no Kuni no Alice Season 2
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
if i be honest i felt like there was a lot of unnecessary filler in s2, and that the time wasted in that could've been used to emphasize or explain more parts of the story. i must say though, the games were still very intriguing and the ending was worth it!
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7. The Uncanny Counter
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
one of my all time favourites, i can't recommend it more! anticipating s2
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8. Itaewon Class
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
this drama really stole my heart and taught me so many things, and not to mention the OST is so good! sweet night <3
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9. Crash Landing on You
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
this drama was one which i kept putting off for awhile, i felt like it might've been one of those overrated dramas but once i actually watched it (because my mother pleaded on how good it was) i could see the hype. very grateful for my mother convincing me to watch it. it's definitely an amazing and classic drama, and the fact that the ML and FL actually got married irl is so amazing and sweet. the scenes are so beautiful and the plot is so interesting, lots of comedy and heartfelt moments too. 100% recommend!
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10. Yumi's Cells
Korean Drama - 2021, 14 episodes
hilarious but bound to make you cry :')
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11. Yumi's Cells Season 2
Korean Drama - 2022, 14 episodes
still hilarious but might make u cry harder than the first one... :")
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12. True Beauty
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
great adaption of the webtoon !
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13. Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
wow, this drama was really a breath of fresh air and changed my perspective of how to live life. i recommend it so much!
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14. Business Proposal
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
ABSOLUTELY HILARIOUS i love this drama so much and i feel like it's the type of drama you can rewatch over and over cause it never gets old, definitely planning to watch it again someday!
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15. My ID Is Gangnam Beauty
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
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16. Happiness
Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
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17. All of Us Are Dead
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
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18. Meow, the Secret Boy
Korean Drama - 2020, 24 episodes
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19. Sweet Home
Korean Drama - 2020, 10 episodes
webtoon is superior and gives sm context, highly recommend you read it first then watch the drama adaption !
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20. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
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21. Meteor Garden
Chinese Drama - 2018, 50 episodes
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22. Squid Game
Korean Drama - 2021, 9 episodes
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23. Abyss
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
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24. Vagabond
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
before you watch this keep in mind that there hasn't been a season 2 announced, and this drama was released in 2019 so there probably won't be one. :( however, it's still amazing !
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25. Put Your Head on My Shoulder
Chinese Drama - 2019, 24 episodes
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26. So I Married an Anti-Fan
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
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27. Flower of Evil
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
this drama had a lot of angst and good lessons or meaning behind them, maybe not the best for binge watching or those who want to watch something lighthearted though. it gets quite heavy near the end, i skipped through quite a bit moments in the last two episodes because my heart couldn't take it. i probably would've handle it better if i hadn't binged it...some parts were a bit questionable but it was overall a great drama with a unique plot! the FL and ML did a phenomenal job with acting and displaying their emotions, as if they were experiencing it themselves
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28. The Glory
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
not for the lighthearted either, but nevertheless a great plot cand talks about issues that are deeply rooted in society today. looking forward to the second part!
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29. I'm Not a Robot
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
unexpectedly i ended up loving this rom-com drama way more than i thought i would! this drama is so funny, sweet, and sentimental. i found the plot very unique, as i've never heard of a story about a man with allergies and it also felt somewhat empowering as someone who struggles with social anxiety (even though that is not the same as a literal human allergy, i could relate to many of his struggles). i do feel like some parts were a bit over the top + cliche, and that the ending felt a bit rushed or not as good as i anticipated so that's why i cut off a bit of points but yk it's a rom-com drama after all LOL. i still loved it so much and recommend it for those looking for a fluffy rom-com drama to watch ! and it's not too heavy of a story too for those who are lighthearted and want to watch something new
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30. The Glory Part 2
Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
NO EXPLANATION NEEDED.
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31. 20th Century Girl
Korean Movie - 2022
SIMILAR TO TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE its really nostalgic and sweet but will leave you ugly crying in the end with a broken heart. i don't regret watching it but sincerely never again (just like 2521) !! :'D
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32. Summer Strike
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
this drama was honestly very refreshing just like hometown cha cha cha! it was really cute and fluffy but also deep at the same time, and also a touch of some other elements like mystery near the end !! one thing i found unique about this drama is i feel like it focused more on everyday life, its meaning, and struggles more than romance itself. and honestly, i really liked that! it really did give that slice of life feeling, it definitely did have an impact on my perspective in life as well !!
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33. Twinkling Watermelon
Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes
this series was as refreshing as eating cold, juicy watermelon on a hot summer day. it somehow made me feel nostalgic, long to make my remaining youth shine more, and made me love and appreciate my parents more. i highly recommend it, especially if you are experiencing a time when you feel stuck in the past or on regrets you have. i also recommend it if you are becoming an adult / are a young adult, because somehow it personally brought me some closure in a way as someone whose childhood has almost come to an end.