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15 Recommended Coming of Age Korean Dramas You Shouldn't Miss, Bring Stories of Love and Friendship Full of Twists and Turns

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Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas are liked by many people because of the interesting themes they present, including coming of age series. For those who don't know, coming of age is a term for the transition from childhood or adolescence to adulthood.

Here are a series of recommended Korean dramas with the coming of age theme that should not be missed. Bring sweet stories of love and friendship adorned with various twists and turns. Curious?

1. AGE OF YOUTH

This Korean drama tells the story of friendship between five female college students living in a boarding house. It has two seasons and discusses their struggles in the university world and interesting secrets.

2. WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOOK JOO

Nam Joo Hyuk and Lee Sung Kyung bring such captivating chemistry in this drama. It is so iconic and tells the struggles of male and female students in the sports department.

3. SCHOOL 2017

The SCHOOL series always manages to present interesting themes about school children. Including SCHOOL 2017, starring Kim Sejeong and Kim Jung Hyun.

4. START-UP

The struggle of young people to build a technology company is so inspiring. Not only that, the chemistry between Nam Joo Hyuk and Bae Suzy is also a special attraction.

5. FIGHT MY WAY

This drama presents the struggle of an athlete adorned with friendship and sprinkled with romance. Park Seo Joon and Kim Ji Won give such iconic performances in this series.

6. GIRLS' GENERATION 1979

As the title suggests, this drama tells the story of high school students in 1979. Giving a retro impression, the friendship that occurs among them becomes a special attraction.

7. EXTRAORDINARY YOU

Kim Hye Yoon and Rowoon bring such sweet chemistry in this fantasy romance series. Presenting a love story that takes place in a comic/webtoon world!

8. TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE

The struggle of fencer athletes, spiced with romance and friendship, has captured the attention of Korean drama lovers. TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE is also one of the popular series in 2022.

9. FIGHT FOR MY WAY

FIGHT FOR MY WAY, Ko Dong Man, a former taekwondo player with a traumatic background, has to quit the sport. On the other hand, Choi Ae Ra, a strong girl working in an information department at a department store, dreams of becoming a broadcaster. Despite facing many obstacles on their journey towards their dreams, they support each other.

10. DREAM HIGH

DREAM HIGH is a Korean drama about students at Kirin High School who strive to become idols. They experience ups and downs on their journey to debut. Intense competition among the students pushes them to be the best. Nevertheless, this drama inspires viewers to pursue their dreams.

11. REPLY 1988

REPLY 1988 tells the story of a group of teenagers and their families in a residential neighborhood in South Korea in 1988. This drama highlights the growth of its main characters from adolescence to adulthood.

12. TRUE BEAUTY

Korean drama TRUE BEAUTY is an adaptation of the popular webtoon THE SECRET OF ANGEL. This drama tells the story of Lim Ju Gyeong, a high school student who is bullied for being considered ugly until she decides to transfer schools. At her new school, she learns to do makeup to change her appearance and eventually becomes beautiful and popular.

13. MY ID IS GANGNAM BEAUTY

MY ID IS GANGNAM BEAUTY is about a college student who undergoes plastic surgery and tries to start a new life on campus. This story explores themes of self-confidence, body image, and relationships between friends.

14. ITAEWON CLASS

ITAEWON CLASS tells the story of the rivalry between Park Saeroyi and Jangga Group, a conglomerate business group in the food industry. After being expelled from school and losing his father because of the CEO of Jangga Group, Saeroyi does not let his revenge consume him with anger. Instead, his revenge becomes motivation to build a restaurant and defeat Jangga Group.

15. EXTRA ORDINARY YOU

EXTRA ORDINARY YOU tells the story of a high school student who realizes that she is living in a webtoon. Since then, she tries to change her fate according to her own will. This drama highlights themes of learning, friendship, and self-discovery.

Those are some recommendations for coming-of-age Korean dramas. Enjoy watching!

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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