25 Best Romantic Comedy K-Dramas That I Would Binge On Even If My Pile Of Dirty Laundry Threatens To Wash Itself

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Why should you watch romantic comedy K-dramas? Easy peasy—because snooze-worthy TV does not even compare to it! Dive into a world where every snafu is your next giggle fest, and the day-to-day is jam-packed with major twists and surprises, even more than a pile of dirty laundry threatening to wash itself.

Plus, you’ll swoon over the charming leads who turn even the most cliché moments into heart-fluttering scenes!

K-dramas are ace at mixing belly laughs with all those feels.

Whether you’re crushing hard on the cute leads or cracking up over their hilarious tropes, these shows bring out all the feels. Surely, love is awesome but, oh boy, it’s a hot mess too.

Ever had a blind date that flipped into a comedy show? K-dramas up the ante—a blind date turned epic fail turned fairytale. And who could say no to that kind of drama?

Don’t skip out on the cultural jewels these dramas toss in the mix.

From old-school Korean bashes to the daily doozies of modern-day Seoul, they’re your fun guide to everything cool.

And there’s always that one character who’s bumbling through life a bit more epic than the rest of us. Gotta love watching someone else’s romantic rollercoaster, especially from the couch comfort zone!

Need a quick pick-me-up after a long day?

What’s better than a batch of chaos served with a side of sweet romance? Let these K-dramas whisk you off from the plain Jane to the straight-up magical. Because really, aren’t we all about the laughs and love?

So why don’t you check our list below, get inspired, and start feeling that K-drama vibe. Even if your dirty laundry starts sharing all your quirks, you’ll still be glued to these irresistible shows!

25. Serendipity’s Embrace (2024)

Imagine fate playing matchmaker with a wicked sense of humor—that’s “Serendipity’s Embrace.” In this rom-com K-drama, past loves collide and sparks fly unexpectedly, turning romantic moments into a battlefield of hearts. This fun tale packs in more surprises than a mystery novel with a twist on every page.

Here’s the situation: you bump into your old high school flame and just as sparks start flying, in swaggers your recent ex. It’s complicated with a capital C.

Meet Lee Hong-Ju, the heart of our story. Portrayed by the superb Kim So Hyun, she’s your quintessential girl-next-door turned animation producer, still licking wounds from a love gone sour. Continue Reading

24. Miss Night And Day (2024)

What if you went to sleep as a hip twenty-something at night, only to find yourself in a 50-year-old’s shoes by daylight? Welcome to Lee Mi Jin’s wild ride in “Miss Night and Day.” This K-drama stirs up a delicious blend of humor, mystery, and romance that will snag your attention faster than you can say “identity crisis!”

Imagine failing your civil service exam after grinding day in and day out. Pretty aggravating, huh?

Now, toss in a wild wish to be someone else, and bam! You wake up rocking a look that’s 30 years older. That’s Lee Mi Jin’s life, split between her spry 20-something self by night and the formidable 50-year-old Im Sun by day. Continue Reading

23. Twinkling Watermelon (2023)

Imagine being a high schooler by day and a guitar-slinging rockstar by night. Now toss in a wild time travel twist where you land smack in the ’90s, jamming with your teenage dad in a band called Watermelon Sugar.

Got your attention? Good. Keep those scrunchies and baggy jeans handy, because “Twinkling Watermelon” is the time-traveling, heart-tugging epic you just can’t miss.

Meet Eun Gyeol, our main guy. He’s got the whole perfect student gig down by sunrise, and by sunset, he’s shredding on his guitar. Continue Reading

22. Inheritors (2013)

Step right up for a wild ride through high school halls decked with billionaire chaebols, forbidden romances, and family skeletons rattling in every closet. “Inheritors,” also known as “The Heirs”, mixes Gossip Girl sass with a Cinderella twist, all set in the lavish backdrop of a high school for the ultra-rich.

Meet Kim Tan, the heartthrob with a bank account as deep as his secrets. Played by the swoon-worthy Lee Min-ho, he’s your typical chaebol heir—mega-rich and exiled across the pond. Continue Reading

21. Doctor Slump (2024)

Ever had one of those days where everything is just a big, fat nope? Well, pull up a chair and welcome to “Doctor Slump,” where having an off day is practically part of the job description.

Seriously, if you’ve ever pondered how it feels to be a high-flying doc with your life choices looking more questionable than a mystery meat taco, well, here’s your show!

“Doctor Slump” throws us into the chaos of two doctors on the edge. It’s a big ol’ shoutout to life’s messy side. Continue Reading

20. Crash Course In Romance (2023)

Does your love life feel like it’s straight out of a sitcom? If so, “Crash Course in Romance” is your next binge-watch. Imagine a K-drama that’s a perfect mix of rom-com vibes and real-life woes, complete with the headache of exam season.

Yes, it’s about falling in love between pop quizzes—just the usual romantic chaos!

Meet Nam Haeng-sun, a former member of the national handball team who now has a current gig running a cozy side dish shop. Continue Reading

19. Captivating The King (2024)

Grab your royal snacks, because “Captivating The King” isn’t your grandma’s historical drama. It’s a rollercoaster ride through the Joseon Dynasty that will have you tossing your popcorn, gripping your couch, and screaming at your screen.

Who knew the past could be so intense?

Meet Grand Prince Jinhan, played by the irresistibly charismatic Jo Jung-suk. He’s just strolled back into the palace after a not-so-relaxing exile, courtesy of the Qing Dynasty. Continue Reading

18. Start-Up (2020)

Step into the electric world of “Start-Up,” set in Korea’s buzzing fictional tech hub, Sandbox. This isn’t just any drama. It’s your ticket to a universe where the underdogs are gunning for the spotlight at tech fairs and old flames rekindle amidst the soft glow of computer screens.

Why should you watch “Start-Up”?

Imagine Suzy Bae as Seo Dal-mi, a go-getter ready to take the tech world by storm. She’s not riding on coattails or wielding a fancy degree. She’s armed with sheer determination and that killer smile. Continue Reading

17. King The Land (2023)

Toss your fairy tale book out the window because “King The Land” is serving up a whole new kind of story. Forget damsels in distress and shiny knights, we’ve got a hotel heir with a grin worth millions (that he barely cracks) and a gal who could cheer up even the grumpiest guest.

Enter stage right: Gu Won, played by the suave Lee Junho. He’s got the cash, the looks, and a family business to run. But here’s the kicker—he smiles less often than a cat offers to fetch.

Then there’s Cheon Sa Rang, our ray of pure sunshine, played by the radiant Im Yoona.  Continue Reading

16. My Love From The Star (2013)

Ever wondered what happens when an alien falls for a diva? No? Well, prepare yourself because “My Love From The Star” will blow your mind! This K-drama isn’t just any love story—it’s got aliens, superpowers, and one high-maintenance actress.

Intrigued yet? So was I.

Picture this: Do Min-Joon (Kim Soo-Hyun) is an alien who’s been stuck on Earth for 400 years. Yeah, 400 years. Talk about overstaying your welcome! Continue Reading

15. Welcome To Samdal-Ri (2023)

So you’re sprawled on your sofa, flipping through an endless sea of shows, feeling like you’ve already binged everything worth watching. But wait—hold onto your remote! I’m about to drop a K-drama bombshell that’ll make you sit up and pay attention.

Tired of dramas that are all glitz, glam, and urban jungle chaos?

Well, hear me out, because “Welcome To Samdal-Ri” is the breath of fresh country air you’ve been gasping for. We’re tossing the city vibes for something slower, sweeter, and downright scenic.  Continue Reading

14. Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022)

Whale, whale, whale, what have we stumbled upon? It’s “Extraordinary Attorney Woo,” folks. Imagine this: a whip-smart young lawyer slicing through the shark-infested waters of a high-flying law firm. Plot twist—she’s on the autism spectrum.

Let me introduce you to Woo Young-woo, brought to life by the stellar Park Eun-bin. She’s no ordinary attorney. Nope, she’s a bona fide genius, rocking a photographic memory and a major thing for whales.

Challenges on her plate? Reading social cues, navigating emotional expressions, and occasionally duking it out in the courtroom. Continue Reading

13. Mr. Queen (2020)

What happens when a modern-day, cocky chef wakes up in the body of a Joseon-era queen? Pure hilarity gold. That’s the wild ride “Mr. Queen” takes us on an absolute rollercoaster of laughter, chaos, and unexpected depth.

The show blends historical and royal themes with a modern twist, making it a unique treat that’s hard to resist.

Chef Jang Bong-Hwan (played by Choi Jin-Hyuk) is living the dream in modern Seoul, slicing and dicing his way through life. Continue Reading

12. Business Proposal (2022)

You’re swiping through Netflix, looking for that perfect blend of laughs, tears, and oh-my-gosh-did-they-just moments. And bam! “Business Proposal” slaps you in the face with its rom-com magic stick.

Now, if you’ve ever wondered what happens when you mix a blind date, a colossal misunderstanding, and the spiciest, funniest love story … Well, you’re in for a treat.

So, our girl Shin Ha-ri (played by the adorable Kim Se-jeong) decides to go on a blind date from hell to scare off her best friend’s suitor. Plot twist: the dude’s Kang Tae-moo (Ah, Ahn Hyo-seop, why so dreamy?), the CEO where Ha-ri clocks in her 9-to-5. Continue Reading

11. True Beauty (2020)

What if you could magically transform not just your look but your entire life with a swipe of lipstick? Welcome to “True Beauty,” where an average-looking girl masters the art of makeup and discovers her true self beneath layers of foundation.

Toss in a love triangle that’s as tangled as headphone cords in your pocket, and you’ve got a drama that’s impossible to put down!

So imagine your typical high school gal, Lim Ju-kyung, played by the stellar Moon Ga-young. She’s a wizard with makeup, but strip away the blush and eyeshadow, and she feels as exposed as a celebrity without an Instagram filter. Sound familiar? Continue Reading

10. My Demon (2023)

Imagine stumbling into a relationship where the biggest issue isn’t about leaving the toilet seat up but rather, your partner losing his demonic powers because of you. Yep, welcome to “My Demon,” where the supernatural meets screwball comedy in a love story that’s as bizarre as it is entertaining.

Song Kang and Kim Yoo-jung star in this rom-com that’s like if “Beauty and the Beast” took a detour through a K-drama fever dream. Now, let’s unpack why this might be the weirdest yet most watchable mess on TV right now.

Jung Gu-won, played by the swoon-worthy Song Kang, is a demon with a capital D. Not the “forgot to call you back” kind but a legit 200-year-old otherworldly being. Continue Reading

9. Our Beloved Summer (2021)

“Our Beloved Summer” is a story that makes you ask, “What if my high school sweetheart and I were forced into a reunion by the universe—or, in this case, a viral documentary we shot as teens?”

Picture two exes, Choi Woong (played by Choi Woo-shik, yes, the cutie from “Parasite”) and Kook Yeon-su (the enchanting Kim Da-mi from “Itaewon Class”), who made a pact never to cross paths again.

Except, the universe, with its wicked sense of humor, decides to air their old lovey-dovey documentary, making them the talk of the town. Talk about awkward reunions, right? Continue Reading

8. While You Were Sleeping (2017)

Who hasn’t wished they could peek into the future, even if just for a moment? Well, “While You Were Sleeping” doesn’t just dip its toes into that pool – it cannonballs right in, bringing to life the story of a woman whose dreams are premonitions of disasters yet to unfold.

Imagine knowing tomorrow’s catastrophes today and the moral gymnastics of trying to prevent them. Fun, right?

Nam Hong-joo, brought to life by Suzy Bae, is our dream-catching heroine, living a life that’s one part charming and two parts nightmarishly complicated. Imagine dreaming about future events with the clarity of a 4K TV. Continue Reading

7. Another Miss Oh (2016)

Ever had one of those days when your life flips into full soap opera mode? No? Well, grab your popcorn because “Another Miss Oh” serves up that kind of mess and it’s chaos prime-time gold!

Oh Hae Young (played by the stellar Seo Hyun Jin) is all set to walk down the aisle, only to get dumped last minute. Ouch! Triple ouch.

Yeah, her fiancé bails with the lamest excuses, courtesy of a colossal blunder by Park Do Kyung (Eric Mun), a broody sound director with a weird gift (or curse?)—he can peek into the future. Park Do Kyung was aiming for revenge on his ex who also rocks the same name as Oh Hae Young. Continue Reading

6. What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim? (2018)

If you haven’t caught this office rom-com K-drama yet, seriously, drop what you’re doing. Yep, even that latte needs to wait. You’re about to get seriously addicted.

Here’s the scoop on our leading guy: Lee Young-Joon, played by the heart-stoppingly handsome Park Seo-Joon. Young-Joon’s a vice chairman whose self-love is so massive it probably needs its own office.

Seriously, his reflection probably gets more compliments than anyone else.

Enter stage right, Kim Mi-So, the superhero secretary portrayed by the fabulous Park Min-Young. She’s been the glue holding Young-Joon’s world together for nearly a decade, and guess what? Continue Reading

5. Descendants Of The Sun (2016)

What do you get when you mix a hunky army captain with a fiery surgeon? A recipe for disaster? Nope, just a regular day in “Descendants of the Sun,” where sparks fly faster than bullets, and the only thing deeper than the drama is the characters’ love for each other.

Enter Captain Yoo Shi-jin (played by the dreamy Song Joong-ki), the Special Forces officer who can disarm bombs but not his feelings. He meets Dr. Kang Mo-yeon (the equally stunning Song Hye-kyo), a surgeon as skilled with a scalpel as she is at slicing through Shi-jin’s pick-up lines.

It’s a match made in a military zone.

They might try to save the world by day, but by night, they’re clumsily navigating the minefield of love. Continue Reading

4. Queen Of Tears (2023)

Imagine stumbling into a love story so wild, it makes your recent Netflix spree look like child’s play. Welcome to “Queen of Tears,” where each episode dives into the drama deep end—think Olympic-level emotional gymnastics, love entanglements, and marital throwdowns that’ll have you saying, “You know, maybe being single isn’t such a bad deal.”

Picture this: a marriage dangling by a thread off a skyscraper, an heiress with the emotional vibe of a walk-in freezer, and a husband so nice he probably says sorry to the furniture he bumps into.

Welcome to the rollercoaster of love and power in “Queen of Tears.” So, who’s stirring the pot in this gourmet drama stew? Continue Reading

3. Goblin/Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016)

Picture a centuries-old, sword-wielding hunk with a fate so tangled, it makes your weekly to-do list look like a breeze. Welcome to the whirlwind that is “Goblin” or “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God,” a K-drama that swept the globe off its feet, mixing fantasy, romance, and a pinch of existential angst like they’re going out of style.

Our hero, Kim Shin, is no ordinary guy. He’s an immortal goblin who spends his days brooding in postcard-worthy snowy scenes, on a quest to find his bride to lift a pesky sword curse.

Enter Ji Eun-tak, a peppy high schooler who can chat with ghosts and, spoiler alert, might just be the goblin’s long-awaited bride. Talk about a complicated celestial match-up. Continue Reading

2. Lovely Runner (2024)

Scouring the wild world of K-dramas for that perfect blend of first crushes, high school shenanigans, and over-the-top fangirl fever is tougher than finding a pair of high heels that you can actually run a marathon in—yep, pretty much a tall order!

But hold the TV remote, my dear chingus (that’s Korean for “friends”), because I’ve stumbled upon the holy grail of K-dramas, and it goes by the name “Lovely Runner.”

Now, imagine a show that rolls high school romance, belly-aching comedy, and—wait for it—time travel (because, why the heck not?) into one dazzling package. Folks, this isn’t just any show. It’s a full-blown sensation. Continue Reading

1. Crash Landing On You (2019)

Ever fantasized about skydiving into a foreign land for love? No? Just me? Okay, but “Crash Landing on You” will make you think it’s not just possible, but the grandest romantic move ever.

Imagine this. A South Korean business heiress parachutes (yep, literally … as a result of a freak, unexpected tornado) into North Korea and …

… right into the arms of a hunky army officer. Talk about a meet-cute for the ages!

“Crash Landing on You” is no ordinary romance. It’s a heart-pounding adventure that leaps over the DMZ, dodges politics, flirts with danger, and wrestles with the biggest buzzkill of all—gravity. Continue Reading

Alright, folks—that’s the rundown on the “25 Best Romantic Comedy K-Dramas That I Would Watch Even If My Dirty Laundry Wrote A Tell-All Memoir.” Each series packs more laughs, love, and sheer mayhem than crashing a stranger’s wedding.

Whether you’re a die-hard K-drama fan or just dipping your toes into this binge-worthy pool, these shows will glue you to your seat, cracking up so hard you might just spill your popcorn.

So load up on your favorite munchies, snuggle into your coziest nook, and let these rom-com powerhouses work their magic.

And that pile of dirty laundry threatening to wash itself? Let it—it’s just trying to be helpful for once!