Have an Exciting Story? Here are 7 Korean Dramas About Body Swaps, the Latest is HIGH SCHOOL RETURN OF A GANGSTER!

Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas with body swap stories are always exciting to watch because they have unique plots and are definitely not boring. Stories about body swaps usually have several types, such as body swaps between two people in different eras like modern times and the royal era.

Additionally, there are also types of body swap stories with different genders, namely between males and females. Another type is the story of body swaps between two people of different ages, and there are also stories of body swaps involving the same person but in different worlds. Just with these types alone, it already sparks the audience's curiosity to follow the plot of the drama. Here are 7 recommendations for dramas about body swaps that you can add to your watch list!

1. MR. QUEEN

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MR. QUEEN tells the story of a professional chef named Jang Bong Hwan whose soul enters the body of a queen from the Joseon era, Queen Kim So Yong, after he drowns while trying to escape from pursuers. Jong Bong Hwan is forced to live his new life as a queen and consort of King Cheoljong while his original body is in a coma. In the kingdom, Jong Bong Hwan tries to adapt to all the new things. He even showcases his cooking skills and creates various new dishes. As Queen Kim So Yong, he also begins to fall in love with King Cheoljong and tries to assist the king in every situation. This drama aired from December 12 to February 14, 2020, with 20 episodes.

2. TWO COPS

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Next is the drama by director Oh Hyun Jong titled TWO COPS. TWO COPS aired from November 27, 2017, to January 16, 2018. TWO COPS tells the story of Cha Dong Tak, a detective who is very dedicated to his work. He has successfully solved many criminal cases. One day, his body is taken over by Gong Soo Chang, the spirit of a skilled con artist. With his intelligence and skills, Gong Soo Chang then helps Cha Dong Tak in solving criminal cases. This drama stars three main characters: Jo Jung Seok as Cha Dong Tak, Hyeri as Song Ji An, and Kim Seonho as Gong Soo Chang.

3. HIGH SCHOOL RETURN OF A GANGSTER

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HIGH SCHOOL RETURN OF A GANGSTER tells the story of a 47-year-old gangster named Kim Deuk Pal who accidentally swaps bodies with a 19-year-old high school student when the student attempts suicide. The student is Song Yi Heon. Just as he is about to fall, the souls of Song Yi Heon and Kim Deuk Pal suddenly switch, leaving Kim Deuk Pal in a coma. Meanwhile, Kim Deuk Pal, now in the body of Song Yi Heon, discovers that Song Yi Heon is a victim of bullying that led him to want to take his own life. During his time in Song Yi Heon's body, Kim Deuk Pal manages to defeat the bullies and also gains a friend, his classmate named Choi Se Kyung. This drama stars three main actors: Yoon Chan Young as Song Yi Heon, Bong Jae Hyun as Choi Se Kyung, and Lee Seo Jin as Kim Deuk Pal.

4. OH MY GHOST

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OH MY GHOST is a drama that tells the story of a girl who has the ability to see ghosts. This girl is named Na Bong Sun, a quiet girl who works as a chef assistant at a famous restaurant owned by Kang Sun Woo. Bong Sun, who is constantly disturbed by a ghost, makes her work chaotic and she often gets scolded by her boss. She wants to resign, but she is hesitant because she actually likes her boss, Kim Sun Woo. Eventually, Bong Sun is helped by a female ghost named Soon Ae. Soon Ae helps Bong Sun by possessing her and making Bong Sun a very different person. Bong Sun, who was initially quiet, becomes very talkative and flirty towards Kang Sun Woo. However, this actually makes Kang Sun Woo like Bong Sun.

5. SECRET GARDEN

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SECRET GARDEN is a Korean drama that tells the story of a woman named Kil Ra Im who works as a stuntwoman. She has to deal with a wealthy CEO named Kim Joo Won due to a mistake by Kim Joo Won who thinks she is the actress Park Chae Rin. The two then frequently meet because of a problem that causes Kim Joo Won to develop feelings for Kil Ra Im. Kil Ra Im also likes Kim Joo Won, but because of their different statuses, she has to give up. One day they get lost and find a mysterious restaurant named “SECRET GARDEN” where they are offered drinks until they get drunk, and the next morning they wake up in the same bed and realize that their bodies have swapped.

6. ROOM NO.9

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Next is the Korean drama ROOM NO.9. This drama tells the story of a lawyer named Eulji Hae Yi who works at a large law firm. Eulji Hae Yi is a lawyer who sides with powerful people and looks down on the poor. She is willing to do anything to win a case and is about to receive a promotion. One day, she meets a death row inmate named Jang Hwa Sa in room 9 in the prison visitation area. In that room, they meet and suddenly swap bodies. This drama stars two main actresses, Kim Hee Seon as Eulji Hae Yi and Kim Hae Sook as Jang Hwa Sook.

7. THE HEAVENLY IDOL

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It tells the story of Pontifex Lembrary, who possesses the strongest divine power that has ever existed. When he battles against demons, he is transported to a different world. Pontifex Lembrary then finds himself in a small dormitory and inhabiting the body of Woo Yeon Woo, who is a member of an idol group called Wild Animal. The group has been together for 3 years, but they are on the verge of disbanding due to lack of success. With his charm, including a confident attitude, Woo Yeon-Woo, who is still possessed by the spirit of Pontifex Lembrary, becomes popular, as does his group, Wild Animal. Pontifex Lembrary now has to get used to life as a member of an idol group and faces various challenges, such as dealing with a strange religious group and also demons.

Those were 7 recommendations for Korean dramas about soul swapping that could be a reference for your leisure viewing. These dramas have interesting storylines that are certainly different from one another. So, out of those 7 Korean dramas, which ones have you watched?

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