7 Korean Dramas to Avoid Watching with Family, Many Sensitive Scenes

Kapanlagi.com - Have you ever felt awkward watching Korean dramas with family, only to have steamy and intricate scenes suddenly appear? Some Korean dramas can indeed be very intense and contain stories that are not appropriate to watch with parents or siblings.

If you are looking for Korean dramas with scandals, infidelity, or heavy conflicts, then you have come to the right place. Dramas like this not only present complicated love stories but also often raise sensitive issues that can make the viewing atmosphere very awkward.

Some of them are even filled with scenes that might be too adult to watch with family. What are these dramas? Here are 7 Korean dramas that you should not watch with family.

1. The World of the Married - A Shocking Infidelity Story

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Adapted from the British series Doctor Foster, this drama takes us into the life story of Ji Sun Woo (Kim Hee Ae), a doctor with a seemingly perfect family life. However, reality changes drastically when she discovers that her husband, Lee Tae Oh (Park Hae Joon), is cheating with a younger woman.

Not only is it painful, but this drama also depicts how damaged relationships can become due to betrayal. The deep emotional conflict and tense scenes make this drama very intense and may feel uncomfortable to watch with parents or siblings.

Interesting facts:

• Released in 2020, The World of the Married quickly became one of the most talked-about Korean dramas.
• This drama won numerous awards, including the Baeksang Arts Awards.

2. The Scandal of Chunhwa - Romance and Royal Scandal

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This historical drama tells the story of Princess Agung Hwa Ri who seeks a husband of her choosing, despite facing various significant obstacles. The conflict intensifies when an erotic novel about her personal life circulates, leading to many accusations against her.

In this drama, romance is intertwined with political intrigue and a love story that is filled with scandal, which can be uncomfortable to watch in front of family.

Interesting facts:

• Known for its fictional royal story filled with mystery, this drama combines romance and intense political intrigue.
• Starring Go A Ra, who is also famous for her role in The World of the Married.

3. The Trunk - Contract Love and Depression

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Gong Yoo returns in this drama as Han Jeong Won, a wealthy music producer who has just divorced and is currently depressed. In his effort to heal, he becomes involved in a contract marriage with Noh In Ji, played by Seo Hyun Jin.

The emotional conflict and awkward relationship contain many sensitive topics, including post-divorce depression and contract marriage, which may make many people feel uncomfortable if watched with family.

Interesting facts:

• This drama has a romantic genre with a mystery theme presented with full tension.
• Featuring two popular actors, Gong Yoo and Seo Hyun Jin, who portray a couple filled with conflict.

4. Something in the Rain - Forbidden Love at the Workplace

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The love story between Yoon Jin Ah (Son Ye Jin), a 35-year-old woman, and Seo Joon Hee (Jung Hae In), her best friend's younger brother, presents complicated feelings.

This drama depicts how their relationship, which involves age and social status differences, becomes a significant challenge, compounded by awkwardness and emotional conflicts that develop throughout the story. Their love story is very intimate and can feel personal if watched with family.

Interesting facts:

• Famous for portraying a love story between an older woman and a younger man, with strong social issues embedded within.
• Son Ye Jin's outstanding acting makes this drama even more captivating to watch.

5. Nevertheless - Love Hindered by Fear

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In Nevertheless, the story of Yoo Na-bi, who does not believe in love, meets Park Jae-uhn, who seems uninterested in serious relationships, yet they both fall in love with each other.

This drama is full of emotional dilemmas, intimate conversations, and conflicts that create tension. With themes of betrayal, uncertain love, and doubt, this drama can make viewers feel awkward if watched with family.

Interesting facts:

• Based on a popular webtoon, this drama raises themes of love filled with disbelief and uncertainty.
• Song Kang and Han So Hee perform very well in portraying characters full of dilemmas.

6. Queen Woo - The Courage of a Queen in the Struggle for the Throne

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QUEEN WOO is a historical drama that tells the story of Woo Hee, a woman who must marry her deceased husband's brother to save the kingdom and maintain her political position.

The conflicts that arise in this drama combine political intrigue, power struggles, and the resilience of a woman in a male-dominated world. Additionally, there are several adult scenes that are quite shocking, making it not ideal for family viewing.

Interesting facts:

• Inspired by the true story of Queen Woo, who is famous for her struggle to maintain the throne during the Goguryeo Dynasty.
• Stunning visuals full of political intrigue that will appeal to fans of historical dramas.

7. Lovestruck in the City - Love Like in a Documentary

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LOVESTRUCK IN THE CITY tells the story of six people who share their love stories in front of the camera, which then becomes more complicated with repressed feelings.

This drama uses a documentary film concept, providing a deeper insight into the personal relationships of the characters, which can sometimes feel overly personal. With the many emotional conflicts and intertwined romance, this drama can feel very intimate and a bit awkward to watch with family.

Interesting facts:

• This drama adopts a documentary format that gives a profound impression of the relationships of its characters.
• Starring Ji Chang Wook and Kim Ji Won, who reunite after Backstreet Rookie.

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