7 Popular Romantic Comedy Korean Drama Recommendations, Can Make You Laugh and Cry at the Same Time

Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas or K-dramas have become increasingly popular and loved lately. Many people watch K-dramas because of their exciting storylines. Among the many genres, recommendations for romantic comedy Korean dramas are one of the most frequently searched. This is because romantic comedy Korean dramas can be considered a complete package. Viewers can be moved by the love story, as well as laugh at the funny scenes that invite laughter.

The love stories in Korean dramas have always been associated with romance. However, not only romantic and sweet, quite a number of Korean dramas also present refreshing and entertaining comedy elements. Therefore, it is not surprising that this genre of K-dramas is highly loved by K-drama enthusiasts.

Now if you are looking for recommendations for romantic comedy Korean dramas, here are some reviews compiled from various sources.

1. WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOK JOO

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WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOK JOO becomes one of the must-watch dramas for fans of romantic comedy genre. WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOK JOO tells the story of a couple named Kim Bok Joo and Jung Joon Hyung's struggle to become national weightlifters. Before becoming lovers, Kim Bok Joo and Jung Joon Hyung had a relationship like cats and dogs.

Portraying an unusual love story with a sports theme, WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOK JOO feels unique compared to other romantic comedy dramas. Moreover, Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk appear as a convincing couple with a unique relationship.

2. TRUE BEAUTY

The second recommended romantic comedy drama is titled TRUE BEAUTY. It tells the story of a girl named Lim Ju-kyung who has had a sad experience because she has always been considered unattractive. Lim Ju-kyung then learns makeup and transforms into a beautiful angel.

Not only revolving around Lim Ju-kyung's life, TRUE BEAUTY also tells the love triangle story of Ju-kyung with Lee Su-ho and Han Seo-joon. The love triangle is not only tense but also often invites humor. Other humor also arises from other characters such as Ju-kyung's family and friends.

3. MY ROOMATE IS GUMIHO

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MY ROOMATE IS GUMIHO is still one of the latest romantic comedy dramas. Adapted from a webtoon with the same title, this romantic comedy drama has attracted attention since its premiere. The story of MY ROOMATE IS GUMIHO is taken from popular Korean folktales and legends, then packaged in a more modern way.

MY ROOMATE IS GUMIHO tells the story of Shin Woo-Yeo, a nine-tailed fox spirit who has lived for 999 years and wants to live as a human with the help of a girl named Lee Dam.

4. WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM

Another recommended romantic comedy drama that comes from a webtoon adaptation is WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM. It tells the story of a secretary named Kim Mi-so who decides to resign suddenly. However, her boss Lee Young-joon insists that Mi-so cancels her intention.

For Kim Mi-so, Young-joon is willing to do anything, even silly things. From there, love begins to blossom between Kim Mi-so and Lee Young-joon. Starring Park Seo-jun and Park Min-young, WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM is definitely worth watching.

5. CRASH LANDING ON YOU

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Drakor CRASH LANDING ON YOU became the highlight in 2019. This romantic comedy drama stars two famous actors, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin. Apart from the popularity of the main actors, CRASH LANDING ON YOU also has an interesting and unique storyline as it is set against the backdrop of the conflict between North Korea and South Korea.

Yoon Se-ri, a businesswoman from South Korea, intends to test the quality of her company's sportswear products by paragliding. Unfortunately, bad weather and a storm lead her to crash-land in North Korea. It is there that she meets Captain Ri Jeong-hyeok, who eventually falls in love with Yoon Se-ri.

6. WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS

WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS, just from its title, sounds romantic, right? WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS tells the story of a single mother who owns a bar called Camellia. Because of her occupation, the mother named Oh Dong-baek is often viewed negatively. However, there is one man who has feelings for Oh Dong-baek. He is Hwang Yong-sik.

But it's not easy for Hwang Yong-sik to convince Oh Dong-baek. Various challenges arise, including the sudden appearance of Oh Dong-baek's ex-lover. In addition to portraying Hwang Yong-sik's love struggle, WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS also includes comedic scenes that invite laughter.

7. YUMI'S CELL

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The next recommended romantic comedy drama is titled YUMI'S CELL. Just like some previous recommendations, YUMI'S CELL is also adapted from a webtoon with the same title. As the title suggests, this drama tells the story of the cells in Yumi's body trying to make her happy.

These cell actions often bring funny and laugh-inducing scenes. Moreover, these cells are depicted with adorable animations. Meanwhile, the romantic story in YUMI'S CELL unfolds in every scene of Yumi and her boyfriend, Woong, who have different personalities, making it sometimes very humorous.

Those are some recommendations for romantic comedy dramas. So, which one are you interested in watching?

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