Guaranteed to Drain Emotions, Here are 9 Most Popular Dramas About Toxic Relationships

Kapanlagi.com - Toxic relationships are unhealthy relationships that cause feelings of being misunderstood, belittled, and unsupported by a partner. Such relationships are often portrayed in Korean dramas. Until now, there are many dramas about toxic relationships that are interesting to watch.

Usually, dramas about toxic relationships depict imbalanced, manipulative, and abusive relationships. The drama titles below are guaranteed to drain your emotions.

Now, if you're curious about the list of dramas about toxic relationships, please check out the complete review below.

1. NEVERTHELESS (2021)

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Rating	7.4/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	10
Airing	jTBC, Netflix
Cast	Han So Hee, Song Kang, Chae Jong Hyeop

If you're looking for a drama about a toxic relationship, NEVERTHELESS might be the answer. During its airing, viewers were both frustrated and emotional with the story of the couple in this drama. The male character in this drama is named Park Jae Eon (Song Kang). He is a playful and likable guy who likes to tease others. Unfortunately, he doesn't want to be involved in a serious relationship.

One day, he meets Yoo Na Bi (Han So Hee), a woman with a bitter love story. Her past experiences make it difficult for her to trust in love. However, Park Jae Eon starts showing signs of seriousness in his relationship with Yoo Na Bi. The push and pull between them gives the impression that their relationship is unhealthy.

2. YOUNG LADY AND GENTLEMEN (2021)

Rating	7.3/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	52
Tayang	KBS2, Viki, Kocowa, Netflix
Pemain	Ji Hyun Woo, Lee Se Hee, Park Ha Na

Next, there is a drama about a toxic relationship titled YOUNG LADY AND GENTLEMEN. In general, this drama tells the story of the relationship between Lee Young-guk (Ji Hyun-woo), a 40-year-old widower who lost his wife. He falls in love with Park Dan-dan (Lee Se-hee), whom he met a few years ago. At that time, Park Dan-dan was only 13 years old while Young-guk was already 27 years old.

So, where is the toxic relationship between them? Yes, the relationship depicted is said to involve various manipulative actions. This drama portrays the story of adults dating teenagers who are just entering adolescence. It is understandable if viewers consider this drama controversial.

3. THE PENTHOUSE (2020)

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Rating	8.7/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 25 minutes
Episodes	21
Airing	SBS, Prime Video, iQIYI, WeTV, Netflix
Cast	Lee Ji Ah, Kim So Yeon, Eugene

THE PENTHOUSE is one of the recommended dramas about toxic relationships that need no doubt. The storyline in this drama provokes the emotions of the viewers. One of the toxic relationships is seen in the marriage of Joo Dan-tae (Uhm Ki-joon) with Shin So-ryeon (Lee Ji-ah).

This relationship does not last long and they eventually divorce. Dan-tae then remarries Cheon Seo-jin (Kim So-yeon) who exhibits abusive and manipulative behavior. If you want to test your patience, please watch this drama.

4. THE WORLD OF THE MARRIED (2020)

Rating	8.4/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 20 minutes
Episode	16
Airing	jTBC, Disney+ Hotstar, Prime Video, iQIYI, WeTV, Netflix
Cast	Kim Hee Ae, Park Hae Joon, Han So Hee

The next drama about toxic relationships is THE WORLD OF THE MARRIED. This drama, starring Kim Hee Ae, Park Hae Joon, and Han So Hee, has achieved success due to its high popularity. In general, this drama tells the story of Ji Sun-woo (Kim Hee Ae), a doctor who is married to Lee Tae-oh (Park Hae Joon) and has a son.

Initially, they appeared to be a normal and harmonious family. However, it is suddenly revealed that Lee Tae-oh is having an affair with someone else and has a child from that relationship. The toxic relationship in this drama is evident through the various lies and betrayals committed by Lee Tae-oh. Her husband's manipulative behavior also shakes Ji Sun-woo, even leading to her downfall. When watching this drama, you will see how a truly beautiful and stable relationship can turn into a toxic and deceitful one.

5. MISTY (2018)

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Rating	8.3/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	16
Tayang	jTBC, Disney+ Hotstar, Viki, Netflix, iQIYI
Pemain	Kim Nam Joo, Ji Jin Hee, Jeon Hye Jin

MISTY is also one of the recommended dramas about toxic relationships that you shouldn't miss. The protagonist of this drama is Go Hye Ran (Kim Nam Joo), a host who is ambitious for the popular news program, News 9. Her enthusiastic nature in her work makes her unable to stop until she gets what she wants.

One day, she meets her ex-lover and gets involved in a murder case. Her husband, Kang Tae Wook (Ji Jin Hee), who is a public defender, decides to defend his wife and fix their failed marriage.

6. THE THIRD CHARM (2018)

Rating	6.7/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 15 minutes
Episode	16
Air Date	jTBC, WeTV, Netflix, Viki
Cast	Seo Kang Joon, Esom, Min Woo Hyuk

Next, there is THE THIRD CHARM as one of the dramas about toxic relationships for you to watch. In general, this drama tells the story of the love journey of two young people. Starting from the age of 20 to 32, this drama explores whether they will find love for the third time.

At the age of 20, On Joon Yeong (Seo Kang Joon) is a smart and bookish student, while Lee Yeong Jae (Esom) is a hair stylist assistant. When they meet on a blind date, their love story begins. You will see many differences and their efforts in facing conflicts.

7. TEMPTED (2018)

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Rating	7.6/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	35 minutes
Episode	32
Airing	MBC, Apple TV, Viki, Netflix
Cast	Woo Do Hwan, Joy, Mun Ka Young, Kim Min Jae

TEMPTED is also one of the interesting drama recommendations about toxic relationships. This drama tells the story of a group of young and wealthy people. They reveal their motives and expose cruelty while playing deceitful and dangerous games.

Kwon Shi Hyun (Woo Do Hwan), a popular player who always seeks revenge and bets with his friends. He believes he can seduce Eun Tae Hee (Joy), a girl who is easily influenced by love. As you watch it, you will realize that amidst the many romantic scenes, the relationship appears unhealthy and tends to be manipulative.

8. AGE OF YOUTH (2016)

Rating	8.5/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	60 menit
Episode	12
Tayang	jTBC, Prime Video, Netflix, Viki, Apple TV
Pemain	Han Ye Ri, Han Seung Yeon, Park Eun Bin

Masih ada lagi rekomendasi drama tentang toxic relationship yang berjudul AGE OF YOUTH. Drama ini berkisah tentang hubungan tak sehat antara Jung Ye-eun (Han Seung-yeon) dan Ko Doo-yong (Ji Il-joo). Meski tampak manis, hubungan tersebut masih didominasi oleh sisi lain Doo-yong yang punya sikap pemarah dan gila hormat.

Bahkan, dia tak segan melakukan kekerasan fisik. Doo-yong sempat melakukan penculikan terhadap Ye-eun. Drama memperlihatkan secara jelas bagaimana relasi dalam pacaran yang timpang.

9. CHEESE IN THE TRAP (2016)

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Rating	7.4/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 5 minutes
Episode	16
Aired	tvN, Disney+ Hotstar, WeTV, Netflix, iQIYI, Viki
Cast	Kim Go Eun, Park Hae Jin, Seo Kang Joon, Lee Sung Kyung

CHEESE IN THE TRAP can be one of the choices when you are looking for drama recommendations about toxic relationships. In this drama, there is a character named Hong Seol (Kim Go Eun). She is a student who returns to college after taking a break due to her financially disadvantaged family background. Accidentally, she gets involved in a complicated relationship with her senior classmate, Yoo Jung (Park Hae Jin). He is actually nice, but has a hidden side.

Their relationship becomes closer, but their love story becomes toxic. In fact, Jung Yoo often stalks and emotionally manipulates Hong Seol. This causes unhealthy conflicts in their relationship that may seem fine.

Well, KLovers, those are a series of popular dramas about toxic relationships that are guaranteed to drain your emotions.

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