12 Romantic Military Korean Drama Recommendations, Exciting and Heartwarming

Kapanlagi.com - There are many Korean dramas that use the military life as the background of their story. This is because the military life in South Korea is quite prominent compared to other countries due to mandatory military service. Interestingly, even though they are about the military, there are several Korean dramas that still have a romantic touch. Curious about what romantic military Korean dramas there are?

Yes, South Korea is indeed a master at creating romantic stories, even in dramas or films that are not in the romance genre. Like the following romantic military Korean dramas that are guaranteed to make you feel emotional. But not only sweet and emotional, the military elements in these Korean dramas also make the story more exciting and thrilling.

Compiled from various sources, here are a series of romantic military Korean dramas that are worth watching.

 

1. MR SUNSHINE

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MR SUNSHINE becomes one of the best recommendations for a romantic military Korean drama that must be watched. This military Korean drama takes place in a historical or past setting. The story begins when a child wants to become a soldier after witnessing the invasion of the United States Army in the Joseon Dynasty in 1871. The child eventually leaves Joseon and goes to the United States.

There, he is recruited and trained to become a soldier, who will later be sent back to Joseon. Finally, the time comes when he is finally sent back. But at that time, it turns out that the task he has to do is quite complicated. Because at the same time, he meets an aristocratic woman who makes him fall in love.

 

2. SEARCH

The second recommendation for a romantic military Korean drama is SEARCH. This Korean drama has an interesting and exciting story. It tells the story of Yong Dong Jin, a sergeant in the military who is a skilled dog tracker. He has successfully uncovered various mysterious cases.

Until one day, he is assigned to uncover a mysterious case in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), which is the border of North Korea. There, he unexpectedly meets someone. She is Son Ye Rim, a senior lieutenant who used to be Dong Jin's ex-girlfriend. As a result, this task leads Dong Jin to rekindle his past.

 

3. CITY HUNTER

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Next on the list of recommended romantic Korean military dramas, there is the drama CITY HUNTER. This drama is an adaptation of a popular Japanese manga with the same title. Starring actor Lee Min Ho, this Korean drama tells the story of Lee Yoon Sung, a talented young graduate from MIT who eventually works in the Korean military as a communication team member.

Unbeknownst to others, Yoon Sung is actually someone who holds a grudge against 5 politicians who caused his father's death. Slowly but surely, Yoon Sung starts to take revenge from within the military. Until one day, he meets Kim Nana, a strong woman who is a member of the president's security detail and melts his heart.

 

4. CRASH LANDING ON YOU

Who doesn't know CRASH LANDING ON YOU? This romantic military Korean drama is already very popular among K-drama lovers. Many consider this drama as one of the best K-dramas of all time. This military drama has a unique story, depicting the romantic relationship between a North Korean army captain and a South Korean woman.

The story begins when Yoon Se Ri, a South Korean businesswoman, accidentally lands in North Korea while paragliding. Luckily, she meets Captain Ri, a North Korean army captain, who immediately helps her without hesitation. Eventually, they live together for a while to find a way for Se Ri to return to her country. It is during this time that love slowly blossoms between them.

 

5. THE KING 2 HEART

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The fifth recommendation for a romantic military Korean drama is THE KING 2 HEART. Unlike other military Korean dramas, this military Korean drama is colored with a complex love story. It is depicted in this drama that South Korea and North Korea are in the form of a kingdom. In addition, they have a tense relationship.

One day, the king of South Korea orders his crown prince to enter the North Korean military. This is done so that the prince becomes disciplined and can become a firm leader of the country in the future. While in North Korea, he then meets a beautiful officer, who is none other than the princess of North Korea. Eventually, they develop a romantic relationship.

Unfortunately, during the wedding, the identity of the prince from South Korea who entered the North Korean military is exposed. The king of North Korea feels deceived, and the relationship between the two countries becomes even more tense.

 

6. DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN

DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN is also one of the must-watch romantic military Korean dramas. This drama has a romantic story that is guaranteed to make viewers emotional. The story revolves around the life of Yoo Si Jin, a leader of an elite force, who has an indifferent attitude towards the politics of his country.

One day, he meets a military doctor named Kang Mo Yeon. Their relationship naturally develops into a romantic relationship with a touch of humor and a little action. The extremely romantic story has made DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN one of the most legendary and popular military dramas to this day.

 

7. MILITARY PROSECUTOR DOBERMAN (2022)

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Rating	8.4/10 Mydramalist
Duration	1 hour 5 minutes
Episodes	16
Aired	tvN, iQIYI, Viki, Netflix
Cast	Ahn Bo Hyun, Jo Bo Ah, Oh Yeon Soo, Kim Young Min

Next, there is MILITARY PROSECUTOR DOBERMAN as a recommendation for a romantic military Korean drama that you shouldn't miss. This drama tells the story of Do Bae-man, a military prosecutor who is successful and wealthy. However, he hopes to quit his job as a military prosecutor.

There is also the character Cha Woo-in, a descendant of a chaebol family who starts his career as a rookie military prosecutor. He is very confident and not afraid of people with higher power. Woo-in has exceptional investigative abilities. Although being a military prosecutor seems prestigious, Woo-in's true ambition is revenge. The romantic touch in the story has made this drama well-liked.

 

8. VAGABOND (2019)

Rating	8.5/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	16
Airing	Netflix, SBS
Cast	Lee Seung Gi, Bae Suzy, Shin Sung Rok

VAGABOND is also an interesting military romance Korean drama to follow. This drama tells the story of Cha Dal-gun (Lee Seung-gi), a stuntman who dares to investigate a plane crash because his nephew becomes one of the victims. He suspects that the accident was planned.

His bravery leads him to meet Go Hae-ri (Bae Suzy), an agent of the National Intelligence Service (NIS) who is also uncovering the truth behind the accident case. Although they initially argue, they end up working together and getting closer in the mission.

 

9. OH MY CAPTAIN (2018)

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Rating	8.0/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	20 minutes
Episode	20
Airing	Naver TV Cast
Cast	Kim Dong Hyun, Ha Yun Joo, Kim Ye Won

If you're looking for a recommendation for a romantic military Korean drama, OH MY CAPTAIN might be the answer. The story of this drama is quite unique as it tells the story of military duty for Korean women, just like it is for men. You will see the journey of Cha Song-jo, who becomes the best female soldier in her unit. She is known as a passionate and easily emotional person. This attitude earns her respect from her subordinates.

One day, Kim Soo-hyun, a child from an elite military family, arrives at the camp known as Camp Division Aram. The female soldiers at the camp are fascinated by Soo-hyun's presence. However, Captain Cha Song-jo remains unaffected. Until finally, fate brings them together in a passionate interaction that leads them to unexpectedly fall in love.

 

10. BRIDAL MASK (2012)

Rating	8.6/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 5 minutes
Episode	28
Tayang	KBS, Netflix
Pemain	Joo Won, Jin Se Yeon, Park Ki Woong, Han Chae Ah

You can't miss the romantic military Korean drama titled BRIDAL MASK. Set in the year 1930 during the Japanese occupation, this drama tells the story of a Korean officer named Lee Kang To (Joo Won). He works with the Japanese colonizers.

Although Kang To's mother disagrees, he continues to work hard to lift his family out of poverty. However, Kang To's journey is hindered by a mysterious figure wearing a mask, known as the Bridal Mask.

 

11. ROAD NUMBER ONE (2010)

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Rating	7.9/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	20
Tayang	MBC
Pemain	So Ji Sub, Yoon Kye Sang, Kim Ha Neul, Choi Min Soo

ROAD NUMBER ONE is also a recommendation for a romantic military Korean drama filled with action. In general, this drama tells the story of Lee Jang Woo (So Ji Sub) who suddenly finds himself trapped in a war without adequate preparation. He also has to protect Kim Soo Yeon (Kim Ha Neul), a woman he has loved for a long time.

Jang Woo manages to survive with the help of his friends, teamwork, and his belief in ideology amidst the war situation. Meanwhile, Soo Yeon, who is waiting for Jang Woo's return, becomes engaged to Shin Tae Ho (Yoon Kye Sang).

 

12. IRIS (2009)

Rating	7.9/10  Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 20 minutes
Episode	20
Air Date	KBS2, WeTV, Netflix
Cast	Lee Byung Hun, Kim Tae Hee, Jung Joon Ho, Kim So Yeon

There are still more interesting recommendations for romantic military Korean dramas that you can follow. This drama tells the story of two friends, Kim Hyun-jun and Jin Sa-woo, who undergo training in the South Korean army. Later, they join the NSS (National Security Service).

The story becomes complicated when both of them fall in love with the same woman, Choi Seung-hee. Their lives change drastically when Hyun-jun is deceitfully placed in Hungary. In this story, the love triangle between these soldiers becomes the center of political intrigue involving South Korea and North Korea.

Those are some exciting and heartwarming recommendations for romantic military Korean dramas. Enjoy watching!

 

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