Dramas that break the fourth wall
When the storytelling admits to the audience that they know we are watching them, either directly or indirectly
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1. My Girlfriend's Boyfriend
Chinese Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
Adorable and obvious that we are included in the fun.
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2. Once Upon a Time in Lingjian Mountain
Chinese Drama - 2019, 37 episodes
Part of the charm is how the ML keeps referencing modern times and the fact that he is in a drama or perhaps an online game.
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3. Is Xian Zun Whitewashed Today?
Chinese Drama - 2022, 25 episodes
Super short episodes that are very funny and the ML is giving lots of asides to the audience.
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4. Crazy Love
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
There are plenty of direct glances to us the audience and some comments directed specifically to us that include us in the crazy plot that is this drama.
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5. The Miracle of Teddy Bear
Thai Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
Our Teddy bear, turned human, shares his thoughts and feelings with us the audience. He comes across as naive but as his character develops he exemplifies the best of human behaviour.
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6. The Matchmakers
Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes
At the beginning of each episode different characters speak directly to the camera giving their insight, opinion and point of view to the different situations, It was very engaging.