5 K-Dramas Chosen by Korean Entertainment Industry Players as the Worst in 2021

Kapanlagi.com - When it comes to quality, Korean dramas never disappoint. Besides involving many top stars, the budget allocated is also substantial. However, the Korean entertainment industry players seem to be critical in assessing the quality of Korean dramas.

In addition to choosing the best ones, the entertainment industry players consisting of agency representatives, journalists, and content producers also determine the worst Korean dramas in 2021. The assessment is based on various aspects.

A total of 200 competent Korean entertainment industry players were involved in voting for the worst Korean drama in 2021. As reported by Korean media Joy News 24, here is the complete list.

1. JOSEON EXORCIST

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In the first place as the worst Korean drama in 2021 is JOSEON EXORCIST. This drama received 75 votes from the Korean entertainment industry. Not without reason, this drama received harsh criticism and had to be stopped halfway.

According to the Korean entertainment industry, this Korean drama is full of historical distortions. For example, the props used on the table in this drama are actually closely related to Chinese culture, not Korean.

Initially, this drama was about sealing evil spirits in the past. When he ascended the throne, King Taejong had to fight the spirit that he sealed when he was young. Meanwhile, his son, Prince Yangnyeong, who wanted to take the throne from his brother, made a contract with the spirit.

2. THE PENTHOUSE: WAR IN LIFE

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Out of 200 voters, this Korean drama received 43 votes as the worst Korean drama in 2021. Compared to the first and second seasons, the third season of this Korean drama was very disappointing. This is because the plot became increasingly unclear, and many characters who died were humorously brought back to life. Of course, this made the audience very disappointed.

In short, this Korean drama tells the story of the lives of the upper class in Korea who live in a luxurious building. The most respected penthouse unit is owned by the couple Joo Dan Tae and Shim Su Ryeon.

However, their lives start to become chaotic after the occurrence of death and mysteries behind birth secrets, affairs, and other unexpected things.

3. LOST

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In third place is LOST which received 17 votes from the Korean entertainment industry. The Korean drama starring Jeon Do Yeon as Bujung tells the story of a 40-year-old ghost writer who feels she has not achieved anything in life.

She meets Kangjae (Ryu Jun Yeol), a young man who is troubled because his youth is almost over. Meanwhile, he hasn't become anything at the age of 27. This drama has received a lot of criticism for its flat plot until the end of the episode.

In response to this, Ryu Jun Yeol believes that dramas like this should occasionally exist so that viewers can determine their own conclusions.

4. LOVE (FT. MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE)

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Next is LOVE (FT. MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE) which was chosen as the fourth worst drama in 2021. This drama received 10 votes from the Korean entertainment industry.

However, the second season of this drama experienced a national rating increase of 16.582%, making it the 8th highest-rated Korean drama on Korean cable TV.

This drama itself tells the story of trials and tribulations in marriage, including infidelity. However, the plot and characters were considered outdated, which led to a flood of criticism for this drama.

Furthermore, this drama also portrays women as weak figures in marriage. Despite that, the drama plans to continue its third season in 2022.

5. SISYPHUS: THE MYTH & YOUNG LADY AND GENTLEMEN

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In fifth place, there are two K-Dramas that are considered by the Korean entertainment industry as the worst in 2021. First, there is SISYPHUS: THE MYTH, which tells the story of a genius engineer named Taesul (Cho Seung Woo). He tries to uncover the truth behind the death of his older brother.

Taesul then meets Seohae (Park Shin Hye), a mysterious time traveler who helps him save the world. However, the plot is full of loopholes, which makes the audience unsatisfied and ultimately leads to criticism of this drama.

Meanwhile, YOUNG LADY AND GENTLEMEN is in the same position because of its overly common plot. Like the Cinderella story, this K-Drama discusses a spirited poor woman and a wealthy older man.

Ji Hyun Woo, who plays a wealthy widower with three children, hires a young girl from a troubled family played by Lee Se Hee to take care of his children. Ji Hyun Woo's stiff acting makes it difficult for this K-Drama to captivate the audience.

Both SISYPHUS: THE MYTH and YOUNG LADY AND GENTLEMEN received 7 votes from the Korean entertainment industry as one of the worst Korean dramas in 2021.

Out of these K-Dramas, have you watched any of them and do you agree with the choice of the Korean entertainment industry, KLovers?

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