WatchingK-dramasis one of the best ways to fill our days and weeks with some lighthearted romance or comedy. With more and more dramas coming out in recent years, there is no end to the stream of binge-watches. That said, given the abundance of K-dramas, it might be difficult for viewers to narrow down their options. So, why not simplify it?
Every month, we have a plethora ofKorean dramas on streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and Viki. Keeping this in mind, we’ve compiled a monthly list of K-dramas you may watch. Especially with a new year approaching, you have a handful of exciting dramas to look forward to. So, without further ado, here’s the list of every Korean drama releasing in January 2024.
Love Song for Illusion
Stream on Viki on Jan. 1
Korean historicalfantasy dramashave become increasingly prevalent in recent years, and they’ve also raised the bar in terms of story selection.Love Song for Illusionis an upcoming historical drama starring Park Ji Hoon and Hong Ye Ji that depicts the heart-fluttering story of two peculiar individuals.
Crown Prince Sajo Hyun, who has two personas, one enthusiastic about art and the other charming, meets Yeon Wol unexpectedly when she deliberately becomes his concubine. In reality, she is an assassin who came with the intention of assassinating the King but finds herself gradually falling in love with Sajo Hyun.
Marry My Husband
Stream on TVING on Jan. 1
As goofy as the title may sound, the drama boasts a strong, captivating narrative that effortlessly draws viewers. Kang Ji Won (Park Min Young) has led a terrible life since marrying Min Hwan, becoming the breadwinner of the family while he is deeply in debt. When she discovers her husband having an affair with her best friend, Jung Soo Min, a physical struggle ensues, resulting in her untimely demise. Surprisingly, she finds herself ten years back in time, just before she begins seeing Min Hwan. How will she change her life so that the tragedy does not repeat?
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Flower That Blooms at Night
Stream on MBC on Jan. 12
Joseon romance dramashave an inherent charm, with plenty of emotions mixed in with social commentary, andFlower That Blooms at Nightbrilliantly portrays this notion. Cho Yeo Hwa, who married at a very young age, lost her spouse and has been a widow for fifteen years, spending her days at leisure.
However, she sneaks out at night and helps those in need, perhaps to find meaning in her life, but soon meets Park Soo Ho, a senior official in Yangban society. Little does she realize that this encounter will change her life in more ways than she can imagine.
Stream on SBS on Jan. 26
Flexx Cop, starring Ahn Bo Hyun and Park Ji Hyun, is a forthcoming romance mystery drama. Jin Yi Soo, who grew up in a wealthy family, never had to seek assistance from others. However, when he pursues his ambition and becomes a detective, joining the Kangha Police Station’s violent crimes department, he is assigned to Detective Lee Kang Hyun, a dedicated police officer well-versed in her words. How does this unusual partnership work, with one flexing his money while the other fulfilling her duties flawlessly?
Doctor Slump
Stream on Netflix on Jan. 27
Park Hyung Sik has become one ofSouth Korea’s best pop star actorsin recent years, thanks to roles in dramas such asStrong Girl Do Bong SoonandHappiness.Doctor Slumpis his latest drama, and it tells the story of two surgeons, Yeo Jeong Woo, and Nam Ha Neul, who are at the pinnacle of their respective professions.
While they both are at the lowest points in their lives and careers, they miraculously meet each other and seek solace amid their opposing ideals. Could this newly bud romance help them get back on track and rediscover their lost passion for medicine?
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Queen of Divorce
Stream on TVING on Jan. 31
Queen of Divorceis a unique drama to end the month of January since it features a meaningful relationship with a powerful message. Kim Sa-Ra (Lee Ji Ah) was a kind and responsible daughter-in-law to one of South Korea’s largest law firms before founding Solution, but she lost everything after being deceived by her husband.
With a new objective in mind, she has committed to bringing justice to married people who find themselves in similar situations. Kim Sa-Ra eventually recruits a capable man named Dong Ki-Joon to accompany her on the mission, which soon leads to aslow-burn romance. While the drama provides an influential take on marriages and divorces, it also teases a potential romance in which the female lead finds love after losing hope in life.
