12 Recommendations for Korean Dramas that Make You Sad, So Sad That You Don't Dare to Rewatch!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Silma Salsabilla

Korean dramas that include tearful scenes always make people cry. However, dramas of this genre are always sought after by viewers who want to challenge themselves, KLovers. In the end, most people feel devastated after watching these dramas that successfully make them sad. Moreover, they are too afraid to rewatch them because they are too sad!

The Korean drama entertainment industry never fails to produce tear-jerking dramas. The sadness felt while watching them with their heart-wrenching storylines always brings tears to the eyes. The themes presented can vary, ranging from romance, family, to social life.

So, what are some of the dramas that make you sad to the point where you don't dare to rewatch them? Instead of getting more curious, let's take a look at these 8 recommendations for Korean dramas!

1. MY LIBERATION NOTES

MY LIBERATION NOTES / Credit Photo: IMDb

Korean drama MY LIBERATION NOTES is a heartbreaking and relatable drama that resonates with many people's lives. This drama is highly recommended for those who often feel empty in life, feel out of place with their surroundings and the world, and also feel stuck in their jobs.

This drama tells the story of three siblings who feel that their lives have no meaning. The eldest child has a bad temper and often fights with their parents. The second child wants to escape from home, but is disgusted with their own life that doesn't even have any dreams. They also don't know how to spend their life that seems meaningless because even their own family always looks down on them. As for the youngest child, they always feel lonely with their boring life.

Until Tuan Gu, a mysterious figure, appears in their village. This drama will portray the feeling of loneliness and introduce their life journey. Many people have commented that MY LIBERATION NOTES is a drama that makes you cry and feel suffocated. You can watch it on NETFLIX!

2. MOVE TO HEAVEN

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Korean drama MOVE TO HEAVEN becomes one of the heart-wrenching recommendations, KLovers. MOVE TO HEAVEN revolves around a family and will bring tears to your eyes. Moreover, this drama is based on a true story and features a cast of actors and actresses who deliver emotional and profound performances.

Drama MOVE TO HEAVEN tells the story of Geu Ru (Tang Joong Sang), a young man with Asperger's syndrome who works with his father as a cleaner for the belongings of the deceased, under the name "Move To Heaven". However, one day Geu Ru's father passes away and he is taken care of by his uncle. Geu Ru's uncle also joins him in working at "Move to Heaven".

The heartbreaking stories of death in this drama will leave you feeling heavy-hearted. Furthermore, the uncle is also trying to heal his own wounds and traumas. The lives portrayed in this drama are filled with heaviness due to the real events that uncover dark pasts. The drama depicts the sorrow of neglected individuals who die alone. There are also many social issues presented in MOVE TO HEAVEN, which is available on NETFLIX.

3. TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE

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Korean drama TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE or 2521 is one of the dramas that makes the viewers feel sad, KLovers. This drama tells the story of the relationship between Baek Yi Jin (Nam Joo Hyuk), who is 25 years old, and Na Hee Do (Kim Tae Ri), who is 21 years old. They meet in the 1998 financial crisis era.

Baek Yi Jin is involved in the financial crisis and his family's business goes bankrupt. He has to find a job because his life has drastically changed. However, he manages to get a part-time job as a sports reporter.

On the other hand, Na Hee Do is a fencer who experiences disappointment because her high school team is disbanded due to the financial crisis. However, she continues to fight until she achieves her dream of becoming a national athlete.

From there, the love story between Baek Yi Jin and Na Hee Do begins through the Asian Games competition. Na Hee Do participates in the competition, while Baek Yi Jin is there to cover it. Their love story unfolds against the backdrop of the 90s, which adds to its charm. Unfortunately, their relationship succeeds in making the audience feel overwhelmingly suffocated. You can watch this drama in its entirety on NETFLIX.

4. YOUTH OF MAY

YOUTH OF MAY / Credit Photo: IMDb

One of the dramas that makes the audience sad is YOUTH OF MAY KLovers. This drama tells the story of the rebellion in Gwangju in 1980 between students and authorities, but it spread widely to other civilians.

Before that happened, there were two characters who fell in love. Hwang Hee Tae (Lee Do Hyun), a medical student, and Kim Myeong Hee (Go Min Si), a nurse who moved to Gwangju, were involved in a fake blind date that actually brought them closer and fell in love. The sweetness of their relationship in May warms the heart.

But who would have thought, May 1980 turned into a disaster. During the month of May, they maintained their relationship while the situation in Gwangju became more tense. Hwang Hee Tae and Kim Myeong Hee tried to leave Gwangju as soon as possible and tried to cross the heavily guarded border by the authorities. So, did they manage to leave Gwangju safely? You can watch this drama in its entirety through VIU, KLovers.

5. SNOWDROP

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Korean drama SNOWDROP starring Jisoo BLACKPINK is making viewers extremely emotional, KLovers. The love story set against the backdrop of turmoil between South Korea and North Korea is able to touch hearts.

SNOWDROP tells the love story between Yeong Ro (Jisoo), a South Korean student, and a North Korean spy named Lim Soo Hoo (Jung Hae In). At that time, Yeong Ro saved the injured Lim Soo Hoo in the women's dormitory. Yeong Ro thought that he was a student protester who was injured by the authorities. Unfortunately, she didn't know that she was actually saving a spy from North Korea.

Then, in the midst of the escalating political turmoil, the spies from North Korea, including Lim Soo Ho, suddenly took the dormitory students hostage due to the pressure and armistice from South Korea. Yeong Ro, who had previously helped Lim Soo Ho, felt betrayed.

Until one day, these three hostage spies finally realized that they were only being used as bait by their superiors in their country. The three of them defected and tried to save themselves and the hostages. Unfortunately, it's not that easy.

The love story between Yeong Ro and Lim Soo Ho in this drama is depicted in a complex way. The romantic aspects amidst the turmoil between the people and the government make it quite complicated. Instead of being more curious, you can watch the full story on Disney+, KLovers.

6. HI, BYE MAMA!

HI, BYE MAMA! / Credit Foto: IMDb

Korean drama HI, BYE MAMA! is really heartwarming, KLovers. This drama tells the story of a mother who passed away while pregnant with her child due to an accident, and then she lives as a ghost. Even though she has become a ghost, she is always by her child's side and her husband's side, who has now remarried and built a new family.

For five years, she watches over her child's growth even though she is in the form of a ghost. Until a miracle happens. This mother's ghost returns to being a human, but she cannot be considered fully human because she is already dead. Her existence is blessed by God to become human again for 49 days. She uses her time by becoming a cook at her child's kindergarten and then becoming a babysitter to take care of her child.

So, how is her journey during those 49 days? Moreover, it is said that she can become a complete human if she finds a 'place'. Will she succeed in finding and taking that 'place'? Instead of getting more curious, you can watch the full story on NETFLIX and Vidio!

7. TOMORROW

TOMORROW / Credit Foto: IMDb

Korean drama TOMORROW is a heartbreaking drama, KLovers. This drama tells the story of a man who joins the angel of death to save people who want to end their lives.

This drama will portray the desperation felt by the society and their choice to end their lives. The various pains experienced by the characters in the drama successfully tug at the heartstrings and make it a heart-wrenching drama. You can watch it on NETFLIX, KLovers.

8. MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO

MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO / Credit Foto: IMDb

MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO is a sageuk drama that will bring tears to your eyes, KLovers. This drama tells the story of a woman from the future who accidentally time travels to the Goryeo dynasty.

Trapped in a time hundreds of years ago, she is forced to live as a commoner and meets important people in the kingdom. She even falls in love with the prince. The twists and turns in this drama are suitable for those who enjoy heart-wrenching sageuk dramas. You can watch it on VIU, WeTV, and Vidio, KLovers.

9. GOBLIN (2017)

GOBLIN menjadi salah satu rekomendasi drama Korea bikin nyesek. Drama ini berkisah tentang Kim Shin (Gong Yoo), seorang panglima perang dari masa lampau. Dia hidup selama ratusan tahun sebagai goblin dengan pedang yang tertancap di dada. Untuk mencabutnya dan mendapat kedamaian, dia harus bertemu dengan pengantin Goblin.

AKhirnya, dia bertemu dengan Ji Eun Tak (Kim Go-eun), seorang gadis yang ternyata adalah anak dari seorang ibu hamil yang pernah diselamatkan oleh Kim Shin. Hubungan mereka berkembang menjadi cinta yang mendalam. Sayangnya, ada berbagai rintangan kompleks yang menyangkut hidup dan mati bagi keduanya. Mereka menempuh perjalanan yang penuh emosi dan air mata.

10. UNCONTROLLABLY FOND

Next, there is a heartbreaking Korean drama called UNCONTROLLABLY FOND. In general, this drama tells the story of an actor named Joon-young who reunites with his past love from high school.

Noh Eul, Joon-young's friend from high school, is now a documentary film producer. They are brought together in a documentary film project about the artist's life. Their relationship becomes closer as they work together. Unfortunately, behind the happiness seen in the artist's life, there are hidden wounds. Moreover, Joon-young suffers from a chronic illness that shortens his life.

11. THAT WINTER, THE WIND BLOWS

THAT WINTER, THE WIND BLOWS is also one of the recommended Korean dramas that will make you sad and shed tears. This drama tells the story of Oh Young (Song Hye Kyo), a blind woman who is actually the heir to her parents' company. She tries to find her older brother, Oh Soo.

However, this search instead brings her to a scammer who uses her late brother's identity. Subsequently, the bitter life that Oh Young experiences actually affects the scammer's feelings, leading him to fall in love. You will find a storyline full of emotions.

12. AUTUMN IN MY HEART (2000)

Talking about recommending Korean dramas that make you sad, AUTUMN IN MY HEART definitely has to be on the list. This drama focuses on two main characters, Yuh Joon-Suh (Song Seung-Heon) and Eun Suh (Song Hye-Kyo). They have many beautiful memories from their childhood. However, due to a traffic accident, they are forced to separate for years.

A tragic story unfolds when Eun Suh, finally, faces a heartbreaking end due to leukemia, while Joon Suh is by her side in anguish. Their beautiful childhood companionship is colored by painful separation and deep loss. Their story might make you engrossed.

Well, those are a series of Korean dramas that will make you sad and so sad that you dare not rewatch them.

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