Tearful Flood, Here are 7 Sad Korean Dramas with Love Themes - Full of Obstacles and Struggles

Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas, or drakor, never seem to run out of ideas when it comes to telling a story, especially a love story. It's no wonder that there are still interesting sad Korean dramas with love themes to follow.

Sad Korean dramas with love themes often depict love stories that are full of obstacles and struggles. Couples who are constantly faced with family conflicts, politics, and serious illnesses often make the audience shed tears.

Now, if you are looking for recommendations for sad Korean dramas with love themes that are full of obstacles and struggles, please read the following information.

1. QUEEN OF TEARS (2024)

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When it comes to sad romantic dramas, QUEEN OF TEARS is a must-watch. In general, this drama tells the story of the love between Hong Hae In (Kim Ji Won), the heir of the Queens Group conglomerate, and Baek Hyun Woo (Kim Soo Hyun), the son of the head of Yongduri village.

Starting from a sweet love story, Hae In and Hyun Woo's journey in their marriage is tested in their third year. They face numerous obstacles, from their household, health, business, to attacks from external parties.

2. TWENTY-FIVE TWENTY-ONE (2022)

If you're looking for a tear-jerking romantic drama that will make you cry until the end, TWENTY-FIVE TWENTY-ONE is the answer. In general, this drama tells the love journey of Baek Yi-jin (Nam Joo-hyuk), a reporter, and Na Hee-do (Kim Tae-ri), a fencing expert.

Their meeting began when they were young. Their youth can be considered beautiful despite the economic crisis. However, as time goes by, their relationship becomes more difficult as they face many trials.

3. SNOWDROP (2021)

Sad Romantic Drama (Credit: Mydramalist)

Next, there is a sad romantic drama titled SNOWDROP. Set in the backdrop of the 1987 demonstrations in Korea, this drama opens with a situation of riots and protests.

The story begins when a graduate student and activist named Im Sooho is accidentally discovered by a female student named Eun Youngro in a pitiful state. The man is eventually hidden in a women's dormitory. Through dramatic encounters, this story flows with elements of romance and deep sorrow.

4. IT'S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY (2020)

If you are looking for a sad drama with themes of love and mental health, IT'S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY might be the answer. In general, this drama highlights the love story of Ko Mun-yeong (Seo Ye Ji) and Moon Gang-tae (Kim Soo Hyun). They have deep childhood wounds and try to heal each other.

Gang-tae helps Mun-yeong overcome her turbulent emotions, while Mun-yeong helps Gang-tae express himself more boldly. They realize that problems must be faced together, not avoided, in order for them to survive in life.

5. MR. SUNSHINE (2018)

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MR. SUNSHINE is also a recommendation for a sad K-drama with an interesting love theme. This story full of obstacles begins when the United States conducts an expedition to the Joseon Dynasty in 1871. There is a boy who is fascinated by seeing a group of people carrying weapons. It makes him want to join and leave Joseon to become a soldier.

After being recruited, he is trained as a soldier who will later return to Korea when the Joseon Dynasty begins to decline. This film, set in Korea in the 1900s, depicts the struggle of Koreans fighting in the American army and a love story involving a noblewoman.

6. QUEEN FOR SEVEN DAYS (2017)

When it comes to sad romantic dramas, QUEEN FOR SEVEN DAYS is definitely unforgettable. This drama tells the story of Lady Shin or Queen Dang Yeong who is dethroned in just seven days. Her political opponents force Queen Dang Yeong to step down in order to take control of the throne.

Not only does she lose her throne, but Queen Dang Yeong is also exiled and separated from her husband, King Jung Jong. However, King Jung Jong always longs for the presence of his distant wife.

7. MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO (2016)

Sad Romance Drama (Credit: Mydramalist)

There is another recommendation for a sad Korean drama with a love theme titled MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO. This dramatic and romantic Korean story focuses on Wang Soo (Lee Joon-gi) and Go Ha-jin or Hae Soo (Lee Ji-eun). In this story, Go Ha-jin is mysteriously thrown back in time during a total solar eclipse.

She then wakes up in the body of Hae Soo, who lives in the Goryeo Dynasty in 941 AD. Hae Soo is a prince from the influential Wang family, and she lives during the reign of King Taejo. This situation allows Hae Soo to know the fate of the princes and try to change their history. Unexpected plot twists bring deep sadness.

Well, KLovers, those are some sad Korean dramas with love themes full of obstacles and struggles.

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