15 Best and Fun Light Korean Dramas Recommendations, From Old to Latest - Won't Make You Overthink

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Korean drama lovers are certainly no stranger to a variety of best light Korean dramas from the old to the latest. Moreover, Korean dramas with light stories are played by a number of famous stars who are popular among drakor fans.

In 2022 alone, there are several recommended light Korean dramas that are really exciting for you to watch. Where the light Korean drama also raises several popular genres such as romantic comedy.

Well, below is a review of the best and exciting light Korean drama recommendations from the old to the latest. As for the light Korean drama recommendations to be your watchlist, they are included in the discussion as follows.

1. 'SHOOTING STARS'

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The latest light Korean drama recommendation is SHOOTING STARS. Starring Lee Sung-Kyung and Kim Young-Dae, this drama is a really fun light drama for you to watch. The synopsis of SHOOTING STARS revolves around the lives of workers behind the scenes of an agency that manages famous artists.

The main focus is on the characters Oh Han-Byeol and Gong Tae-Sung, who are work partners. They have actually been friends since school. Their jobs then reunite them in the entertainment industry with different professions. Oh Han-Byeol is a PR team leader for an agency that manages famous artist Gong Tae-Sung. But behind Gong Tae-Sung's handsomeness, he harbors feelings for Oh Han-Byeol. Their various funny antics successfully make the audience fall in love. SHOOTING STARS is still airing on tvN.

2. 'A BUSINESS PROPOSAL'

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A BUSINESS PROPOSAL is the next must-watch light Korean drama recommendation for 2022. A BUSINESS PROPOSAL is a romantic comedy genre that will surely be a great addition to your watchlist. Starring Kim Se-Jeong and Ahn Hyo-Seop, A BUSINESS PROPOSAL successfully makes the audience emotional.

The synopsis of A BUSINESS PROPOSAL revolves around the relationship between an employee and the CEO of a food company. The story begins when they are introduced during a blind date, which eventually brings them closer together. Starting from hate due to being deceived after pretending to be a blind date friend, it instead grows the seeds of love between them. Unfortunately, the vastly different status of Shin Ha-Ri and Kang Tae-Moo becomes a barrier to their relationship. Want to know more about the excitement? You can watch A BUSINESS PROPOSAL through streaming services.

3. 'OUR BELOVED SUMMER'

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OUR BELOVED SUMMER is a light Korean drama recommendation released at the end of 2021. OUR BELOVED SUMMER is a romantic comedy genre starring Kim Da-Mi and Choi Woo-Sik. This drama has a light story that will make you nostalgic for school days.

Yes, the synopsis of OUR BELOVED SUMMER revolves around Choi Ung and Kook Yeon-Su, who were once united in a documentary about the lives of two students with different characters. But after years, they are reunited and work on the same documentary about their journey with their current professions. The light but sweet love story in OUR BELOVED SUMMER will make you emotional as you see their chemistry. Like cats and mice that never get along, they actually harbor deep feelings for each other until they determine the end of Choi Ung and Kook Yeon-Su's love journey.

4. 'YUMI'S CELL'

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YUMI'S CELL is also a recommendation for a light Korean drama released in 2021. Like previous dramas, YUMI'S CELL also raises the romantic comedy genre. Where YUMI'S CELL is played by Kim Go-Eun and Ahn Bo-Hyun acting as a couple.

The synopsis of YUMI'S CELL tells about their lives influenced by cells in their bodies. There are cells in charge of controlling emotions, hunger, feelings, and others. In addition, YUMI'S CELL is interesting to watch because it is combined with animations that depict the characters of the cells.

5. HOMETOWN CHA-CHA-CHA

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K-drama lovers are certainly familiar with the Korean drama titled HOMETOWN CHA-CHA-CHA. HOMETOWN CHA-CHA-CHA is also a recommendation for a must-watch light Korean drama. HOMETOWN CHA-CHA-CHA is played by famous stars Shin Min-A and Kim Seon-Ho who will make you emotional.

The synopsis of HOMETOWN CHA-CHA-CHA tells about the love life of a dentist and a freelancer in a remote town. Their meeting can be said to be like fate. Although at first they often quarrel because they have different principles, love changes everything. Their relationship turns into love until all the residents in Gongjin support it. Want to know the excitement? You can watch HOMETOWN CHA-CHA-CHA through several streaming channels.

6. 'CRASH LANDING ON YOU'

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Remember the Korean drama CRASH LANDING ON YOU? This highly successful drama has captured the attention of audiences worldwide. Especially since its lead actors have recently tied the knot. Who else but Son Ye-Jin and Hyun-Bin.

The synopsis of CRASH LANDING ON YOU tells the story of two people who fall in love but are hindered by a high wall, namely the country. Yoon Se-Ri accidentally falls into the border between North and South Korea. She then meets Captain Ri Jeong-Hyeok who is on duty. But the captain actually thinks Yoon Se-Ri is a spy from the south. Although starting from suspicion, the seeds of love between them grow, making the drama CRASH LANDING ON YOU difficult to move on from. The height difference that obstructs them does not prevent their love, even if they have to risk their lives.

7. 'MR. QUEEN'

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The next recommended light Korean drama is MR. QUEEN. The drama titled MR. QUEEN also raises the genre of romantic comedy and fantasy. This is because the drama MR. QUEEN takes place in the Joseon era. The synopsis of MR. QUEEN tells the story of Jang Bong Hwan and Kim So Young who exchange souls after falling into a pond.

They live different lives in the present and in the past. Before returning to their original state, Jang Bong Hwan is forced to live his life with a woman's body, who is none other than the wife of King Cheoljong. But unexpectedly, his absurd behavior makes the King who initially hated him fall in love. Various funny events are also presented in the drama MR. QUEEN that will entertain your holiday. You can watch the drama MR. QUEEN through several streaming channels.

8. 'WELCOME TO WAIKIKI'

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WELCOME TO WAIKIKI is another must-watch light Korean drama recommendation. The Korean drama WELCOME TO WAIKIKI comes in two sequels. The first was released in 2018 and the second version in 2019.

The synopsis of WELCOME TO WAIKIKI revolves around the lives of three young men who run a homestay called Waikiki. Each has their own dreams and different problems. However, they often encounter bad luck in both their careers and love lives. The funny antics of the actors will also entertain you and not make you bored while watching WELCOME TO WAIKIKI. This drama definitely has a light and exciting storyline.

9. 'TRUE BEAUTY'

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TRUE BEAUTY, released in 2021, has a light and sweet story. The drama TRUE BEAUTY is played by Mun Ka-Yeong, Cha Eun-Woo, and Hwang In-Yeop who play high school students. The story begins when Im Ju-Kyung hides her true face because she doesn't want to be teased by her friends.

She then covers her face with heavy makeup and changes her appearance. Im Ju-Kyung accidentally becomes romantically involved with the most handsome student named Lee Su-ho. Not only Suho, but she is also involved with Han Seo-hun. The love triangle between them, along with Im Ju-Kyung's true face that has not been revealed, makes TRUE BEAUTY very interesting to watch. Not only romantic, but TRUE BEAUTY also brings in comedic elements.

10. WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM

Next, there is a recommendation for the best light Korean drama titled WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM. This drama, which is an adaptation of a Webtoon, tells the story of a secretary named Kim Mi-so who wants to quit her job. However, her boss named Lee Young-joon insists on stopping her.

As time goes by, the seeds of love grow between them. The romantic story that unfolds is also related to their childhood. The love story between a boss and his secretary is considered light because it is wrapped in comedy. Therefore, you must watch it in your spare time.

11. THE SOUND OF YOUR HEART

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Not satisfied with the above recommendations for the best light Korean drama? Don't worry, this time there is a drama titled THE SOUND OF YOUR HEART that won't make you overthink. This drama can be said to be full of silly scenes. Carrying the slice of life genre, this drama tells the story of a family whose daily life is full of funny stories.

The family has a son named Jo Seok played by Lee Kwang-soo. Yes, Lee Kwang-soo is known for his humor, so he is very suitable to play this character. It is told that Jo Seok has a dream of becoming a famous comic artist. The motivation to become a comic artist comes from his girlfriend Ae Bong played by Jung So-min. Jo Seok then makes comics about the silliness of his family consisting of his father, mother, and older brother.

12. SHE WAS PRETTY

SHE WAS PRETTY seems to be included in the list of the best light Korean dramas that you need to watch. The drama starring Park Seo Joon and Hwang Jung Eum tells the story of an intern in the editorial team of a famous fashion magazine, The Most.

Getting a job is something she has always dreamed of. Well, when she enters, she is reunited with a boss named Ji Sung Joon who turns out to be her childhood friend. Next, you will be entertained by various funny scenes between the boss and the intern in this drama.

13. PRISON PLAYBOOK

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PRISON PLAYBOOK can also be said to be the best recommendation for light Korean dramas that you shouldn't miss. Broadly speaking, this drama tells the story of the lives of a group of prisoners from various backgrounds who live in the same cell.

The main character in this drama is a talented baseball athlete named Kim Je Hyeok (Park Hae Soo). He enters prison after trying to help his sister who was sexually harassed. Je Hyeok chased and beat the perpetrator until he was in a coma and eventually died.

After being imprisoned, he meets various unique people. They are Lee Joon Hoo (Jung Kyoung Ho) a guard who turns out to be his childhood friend, a drug addict named Han Yang (Lee Kyu Hyung), Yoo Dae Wi (Jung Hae In) who is a victim of slander, to prisoners in fraud cases such as Janbaljang (Kang Seung Yoon WINNER) and Kaiseuteu (Park Ho San). Their story will make you laugh a lot while watching it.

14. ROOFTOP PRINCE

There is another recommended best light Korean drama that you can choose. This drama is titled ROOFTOP PRINCE. The story begins when the Joseon crown prince is left by his wife. After his wife mysteriously dies, he gathers experts to conduct an independent investigation.

However, when they start investigating various clues, they are thrown into the future, namely modern Korea. They suddenly find themselves on a woman's rooftop. Since then, many funny moments have happened. Imagine what would happen when someone from the past lives in a very advanced modern era?

15. THE ODD FAMILY: ZOMBIE ON SALE

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This time there is a light Korean drama recommendation with a zombie theme. Instead of being scary or frightening, many scenes in the drama titled THE ODD FAMILY: ZOMBIE ON SALE will actually make you laugh. This drama tells the story of a family who suddenly has to deal with zombies. One day, a zombie created from a pharmaceutical company's experiment enters the village community. After a grandfather is bitten, he realizes that the zombie bite is beneficial for fitness.

The grandfather's family then takes the initiative to sell zombie bites. However, the practice actually brings disaster. All the bitten villagers did not become fit, but instead turned into zombies. Although it seems scary, the zombie attack problem did not last long. The family finally struggled to provide vaccines for other zombies regularly.

Those are a series of the best and must-watch light Korean dramas. Interested in watching which one, KLovers?

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