Ari’s Favorites: Modern Dramas Edition
Hi again! This list comprises of my favorite dramas that I’ve seen that take place in the modern world!
Note: This list excludes dramas from my favorite dramas list. It is only being measured against the other modern dramas that I’ve seen outside of that list.
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1. Devil Beside You
Taiwanese Drama - 2005, 20 episodes
My favorite drama of Rainie’s work. It’s one that I can rewatch just for some quick laughs and a reminder of how exaggerated Taiwanese dramas can be.
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2. Reset
Chinese Drama - 2022, 15 episodes
I'm obsessed with plots relating to time or time travel so it's not a surprise this landed on the list.
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3. Hidden Love
Chinese Drama - 2023, 25 episodes
This drama didn't miss in conveying a beautiful coming of age love story.
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4. My Little Happiness
Chinese Drama - 2021, 28 episodes
The romance puts you in the feels and keeps you there.
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5. Bring It On, Ghost
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
The plot gave me everything I wanted from supernatural dramas. I also became a permanent fan of Kim So Hyun.
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6. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Heartwarming. I can watch this 100 times over and it will never become boring.
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7. W
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Of course a drama with my love is on this list. I loved how unique the plot was and I looked forward to every episode.
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8. A Business Proposal
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
Reminds me of the better version of What’s wrong with Secretary Kim. I laughed so much at watching this dramaand it officially became my comfort modern drama.
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9. My ID Is Gangnam Beauty
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
I don’t know what I was expecting from this drama but I know I loved it. Seeing the FL’s character slowly find thatconfidence to loving herself is what hooked me until the end.
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10. Falling into Your Smile
Chinese Drama - 2021, 31 episodes
Xu Kai can play any role with ease. This was my first gaming drama since Love o2o and I thoroughly enjoyed how much fun I had while watching this extremely lighthearted gem.
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11. I'm Not a Robot
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
I just remember laughing so hard at how absurd this plot was. Definitely a classic mini drama.