Latest Update: Recommendations for Korean Dramas Airing in May 2025

Kapanlagi.com - May 2025 is filled with a series of the latest Korean dramas with diverse themes and genres. Ranging from teenage romance stories, thrilling action, to legal and supernatural dramas, this selection of shows is quite varied.

For those of you looking for new viewing options, the list of Korean dramas airing this month is worth adding to your watchlist. Many titles offer fresh concepts and collaborations with talented actors and actresses.

"The genres and themes presented are truly broad, from youth romance to intricate thrillers," said K-drama observer Lee Min Ji, quoted from Korean Wave Insight. Reported by KapanLagi.com from various sources, Thursday (8/5/2025).

1. Spring of Youth: A Tale of Music, Love, and Friendship on Campus

Spring of Youth (Image by Mydramalist.com).

This drama follows Sa Gye, the vocalist and guitarist of the band 'The Crown', who experiences a major change in his life after an accident. He decides to continue his education at Hanju University, where he meets Kim Bom, a student with a strong passion for music.

The two then form a new band together with Seo Tae Yang, an energetic and charismatic guitarist. Behind their story of rebuilding musical dreams, emotional conflicts arise as their relationship evolves into a love triangle.

With elements of music, comedy, and romance, Spring of Youth is perfect for viewers who enjoy coming-of-age stories. This drama airs every Wednesday on Viki with a total of 10 episodes.

2. Sweetheart Service: A Fake Contract That Leads to Love

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Sweetheart Service brings the audience into the dynamics of a fake relationship between Yu Ha, a young man struggling with financial difficulties, and Min Woo, a man who wants to avoid the pressure to marry. The two agree to enter into a dating contract for their respective interests.

As time goes by, the initially pretentious relationship slowly transforms into something more sincere and emotional. This drama successfully presents a warm and touching atmosphere amidst a theme of BL that is still rarely explored.

With a total of 12 episodes, this drama airs every Thursday. Information about its broadcasting platform will be announced soon.

3. Tastefully Yours: A Competition of Flavor and Romance in the Culinary World

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Han Beom U is the owner of a renowned fine dining restaurant in Seoul. One day, he becomes interested in a female chef, Mo Yeon Ju, who runs a single-table restaurant in the countryside with a unique flavor philosophy.

Their meeting sparks both competition and mutual attraction. Tastefully Yours highlights the professional dynamics in the culinary world combined with elements of romance and life drama.

Airing on Netflix every Monday and Tuesday, this drama has 10 episodes and stars Kang Ha Neul, Go Min Si, and Kim Shin Rok.

4. Second Shot At Love: Fighting Stereotypes Through a New Relationship

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Han Geum Ju grew up in a family that enjoyed drinking alcohol and was often misunderstood as an addict. She decided to stop drinking to change her self-image.

Along her journey, she meets Seo Ui Jun, a doctor who dislikes alcohol. Their closeness develops into a relationship full of understanding and mutual support.

Second Shot At Love airs on Viki every Monday and Tuesday, consisting of 12 episodes with Sooyoung and Gong Myung as the main cast.

5. Shark 2: The Storm – From Juvenile Prison to the World of Illegal Fighting

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Continuing the story from the previous series, Cha Woo Sol is now out of juvenile prison and chasing his dream of becoming a professional fighter. He faces Hyun Woo Yong, the owner of an illegal fighting organization.

This drama is filled with action scenes and complex moral dynamics. The transformation of Cha Woo Sol from a bullying victim to a tough fighter is the main focus of the story.

Airings on TVING every Thursday, Shark 2 consists of 6 episodes with genres of action, thriller, and crime drama.

6. Dear Hongrang: The Mystery of the Family and the Uncovered Past

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Sim Jae Yi lives in a wealthy family but one filled with violence and neglect. Her life changes when a mysterious man claiming to be her long-lost half-brother suddenly appears.

This man, Sim Hong Rang, has no clear memories but shows many similarities to the brother who disappeared 12 years ago. This drama presents emotional tension and family mystery set against a historical backdrop.

Dear Hongrang airs on Netflix every Friday with a total of 11 episodes and stars Jo Bo Ah and Lee Jae Wook.

7. Nine Puzzles: A Suspicious Reunion Between Police and Profiler

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Kim Han Saem is a police investigator who reunites with profiler Yoon Yi Na in a new murder case. Ten years ago, he investigated the death of Yi Na's uncle and suspected her as the perpetrator.

Their meeting in this new case reopens old wounds and creates psychological tension. This drama offers a criminal story full of intrigue and complex relationship dynamics.

Nine Puzzles airs on Disney+ with a total of 11 episodes, released in three parts: May 21 (Ep. 1–6), May 28 (Ep. 7–9), and June 4 (Ep. 10–11).

8. A Head Coach's Turnover: When a Teenage Critic Becomes the Team's Savior

A Head Coach's Turnover (soompi)

Maeng Gong is a basketball coach on the verge of being fired due to his team's poor performance. However, everything changes when he meets Go Hwa Jin, a high school student who is genius at analyzing games.

The two engage in an unusual collaboration to save the team from downfall. This drama combines themes of sports, friendship, and self-proving.

It will air for two days (Friday and Saturday), and the streaming platform information will be announced later.

9. Our Unwritten Seoul: Exchange Identities, Exchange Destiny

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Yoo Mi Ji and Yoo Mi Rae are twin sisters with opposite personalities. They decide to swap lives in search of a new perspective.

The situation becomes more complex when they meet the handsome lawyer Lee Ho Soo, who is unaware of the identity exchange. This drama touches on issues of life choices and family.

With 12 episodes, Our Unwritten Seoul airs on Netflix every Saturday and Sunday.

10. The Woman Who Swallowed The Sun: A Mother's Revenge

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Baek Seol Hui is a single mother living a quiet life until her daughter becomes involved in an incident with a chaebol family. She then embarks on a high-risk revenge mission.

This drama highlights a woman's struggle for justice, uncovering the secrets of an elite family, and confronting an unjust system. It airs every weekday with a total of 120 episodes.

The broadcasting platform will be announced soon.

11. Oh My Ghost Clients: A Lawyer Who Sees Ghosts and Seeks Justice

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No Mu Jin is a careless lawyer who starts seeing ghosts after nearly dying in an accident. He begins to handle unique cases at work and achieves new success.

This drama presents a fresh mix of legal, comedy, and supernatural genres. The presence of Na Hui Ju, his sister-in-law who helps him, makes the storyline even more interesting.

It airs every Friday and Saturday with 10 episodes, and platform information will be announced soon.

12. One: High School Heroes – Fighting Violence with Secret Identities

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Kim Ui Gyeom and Kang Yoon Gi are high school students who are tired of the violence in their school. Together, they form a masked vigilante group to fight against injustice.

This drama depicts teenage life with themes of courage, trauma, and friendship. Airing every Friday with 8 episodes.

Information about the streaming platform will be provided soon.

13. Lost in Starlight: An Unusual Love and Mission to Mars

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Nan Young is an astronaut who wants to go to Mars to find her mother's traces. In her mission, she meets Jay, a musician, and their love story begins.

This film combines elements of space, music, and love in an emotional and touching narrative. Lost in Starlight is not a drama, but a film available on Netflix.

14. Good Boy: National Athlete Becomes Crime Hunter

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Yoon Dong Joo, Ji Han Na, Kim Jong Hyun, and Go Man Sik are former Olympic medalist athletes who decide to fight crime. They use their individual skills to uphold justice.

Good Boy presents action, comedy, and romance in one energetic story package. It airs on Prime Video, Netflix Korea, and Disney+ Korea every Saturday and Sunday with a total of 16 episodes.

15. Conviction: Acting, Deception, and the Burning Sense of Loss

Conviction (Image by Mydramalist.com).

Han So Min is a prospective actress whose life is shattered due to the loss of her parents from a voice phishing scam. She decides to infiltrate the criminal organization for revenge.

Conviction is a crime drama filled with tension and touches on the emotional aspects of a woman facing despair. Consisting of 8 episodes, the platform for its airing will be announced soon.

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