Kapanlagi.com - Netflix has become a popular streaming platform, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Among the many shows, viewers at home are spoiled with various genres of Korean dramas, from romantic to inspirational.
Talking about inspirational Korean drama choices, there is a list of titles that can make you motivated to chase your dreams. Starting from the popular ITAEWON CLASS, to the recently aired START-UP that has already captured fans' attention. Besides that, what other dramas are there? Check out the complete list below!
1. START-UP
Netflix
START-UP tells the story of four young people who are interested in the start-up and technology world: Seo Dal Mi (Suzy) and Won In Jae (Kang Han Na) are two siblings who were separated as children due to their parents' divorce, and meet again as rivals when they are adults.
Nam Do San (Nam Joo Hyuk) is a mathematician with a struggling business, while Han Ji Pyeong (Kim Seon Ho) is an orphan who managed to change his life with the help of Dal Mi's grandmother. The four of them continue to learn and grow as they struggle to pursue their dreams in the field of technology.
2. ITAEWON CLASS
Netflix
ITAEWON CLASS portrays the rivalry between Park Saeroyi (Park Seo Joon) and the conglomerate in the food industry, Jangga Group. Saeroyi is expelled from school, loses his father, and becomes a prisoner because of the actions of the CEO of Jangga Group and his son. Despite facing many injustices, Saeroyi is able to suppress his anger and channel it through a restaurant that he builds himself.
Jo Yi Seo (Kim Da Mi), a cold yet intelligent woman, decides to join Saeroyi in developing his business. Together with the rest of the DanBam crew, this duo unites to fight against Jangga Group.
3. RECORD OF YOUTH
Netflix
RECORD OF YOUTH also tells the story of young people pursuing their dreams, but in the entertainment world. Sa Hye Jun (Park Bo Gum) and Won Hae Hyo (Byeon Woo Seok) are models who want to venture into acting, while An Jeong Ha (Park So Dam) decides to quit her job to pursue her dream of becoming a make-up artist. Despite many obstacles that hinder their dream pursuit, the three of them never give up and surrender.
4. FIGHT FOR MY WAY
Netflix
FIGHT FOR MY WAY tells the story of four friends whose lives don't go as planned. Ko Dong Man (Park Seo Joon), Choi Ae Ra (Kim Ji Won), and Baek Sul Hee (Song Ha Yoon) are not satisfied with their current jobs.
Ae Ra, who doesn't give up, then seeks new opportunities to achieve her dreams. This inspires Dong Man to pursue his dream that can make him happy. Facing various people and difficult situations, the four of them manage to develop themselves and fight to achieve their dreams and change their lives.
5. DOCTORS
Netflix
Serial DOCTORS proves that anyone can change their life path through hard work and strong determination. Having a difficult childhood, Yoo Hye Jeong (Park Shin Hye) grows up to be a stubborn and mischievous student. Due to her unruly behavior and poor financial condition, Hye Jeong's future does not seem promising.
However, after meeting Hong Ji Hong (Kim Rae Won), an inspiring and caring teacher, she manages to change her life path and become a doctor. After 13 years, they finally meet again when Hye Jeong becomes a neurosurgeon.
6. THE PRODUCERS
Netflix
THE PRODUCERS tells the story of four individuals working behind the scenes of the broadcasting world. Baek Seung Chan (Kim Soo Hyun) becomes a producer in order to work with the woman he likes, but ends up in Ra Joon Mo's (Cha Tae Hyun) radio show. In order to boost the show's ratings, Joon Mo seeks help from his friend and fellow producer, Tak Ye Jin (Kong Hyo Jin).
Meanwhile, Cindy (IU) is a famous singer who started her career at a young age. This drama shows that not everything goes smoothly even after achieving the desired job. The various characters in this series continue to work hard and passionately to fulfill their dreams.
7. MOVE TO HEAVEN
MOVE TO HEAVEN (credit: imdb)
MOVE TO HEAVEN is also one of the Korean dramas on Netflix that is full of inspiration. This drama successfully touches the hearts of its viewers through a warm story of humanity. MOVE TO HEAVEN tells the story of Geu Ru, a young man with Asperger's syndrome, who has to continue his late father's trauma cleaning business called Move to Heaven.
In this business, Geu Ru is responsible for organizing and cleaning the locations where recently deceased people lived. Through Geu Ru's journey, the audience will be taken on an emotional and touching story from this drama. Through Geu Ru's story, the audience will find inspiration in living their lives to the fullest.
8. RACKET BOYS
RACKET BOYS (credit: imdb)
RACKET BOYS, a Korean comedy drama that emphasizes youth friendship. This sports drama tells the story of a group of children who dream of becoming badminton athletes. The story revolves around an athlete family with both parents being badminton coaches. The badminton talent is passed down to their eldest son, Yoon Hae Kang, but Hae Kang initially has more interest in baseball.
One day, Hae Kang and his family are forced to move to a village. There, Hae Kang discovers that the only sports club in the high school in the village is the badminton club. Despite feeling reluctant, Hae Kang eventually joins the team.
As time goes by, he starts to find his love for badminton and also discovers new friendships that make him happy. Hae Kang's presence also ignites the fighting spirit of the badminton club kids to fulfill their dreams of becoming athletes.
9. HOSPITAL PLAYLIST
HOSPITAL PLAYLIST (credit: imdb)
HOSPITAL PLAYLIST tells the story of a group of doctors who have been long-time friends. These friends have an interest in music. The presence of different characters of doctors adds complexity to the story with various interesting conflicts.
The main doctors in this drama include Lee Ik Joon, Ahn Jung Won, Kim Joon Wan, Yang Seok Hyung, and Chae Song Hwa, who have inspiring stories. Not only from the main characters, inspiration also comes from other supporting characters, various people ranging from doctors, nurses, and even patients' families.
10. TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE
TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE (credit: imdb)
TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE is also worth including in the list of most inspiring Netflix dramas. TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE tells the story of Na Hee-do who struggles to pursue his dream of becoming a fencing athlete. Meanwhile, Baek Yi Jin is a young man who tries to restore his family's crumbling life.
Together with Baek Yi-Jin and Na Hee-do, as well as their three other friends Ko Yu-Rim, Moon Ji-Woong, and Ji Seung-Wan, each of them has their own inspiring story in achieving their life goals.
So, from START-UP to TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE, which drama is your favorite or even the one you will soon watch in the near future? Let's share your opinion in the comment section below!
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