Rating - High Popularity, These 8 Korean Dramas Have 2 to 3 Seasons

Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas always have stories that attract many viewers, from the home country to several other countries including Indonesia. There are several dramas that have achieved high popularity in Korea and internationally, and some that have gained international viewership only. There are even some dramas that have made 2 to 3 seasons because of their high popularity.

Not all Korean dramas have 2 to 3 seasons due to time constraints and actors' schedules. Some make a second or third season by changing some cast members, with additional storylines. And of course, seasons in a Korean drama are well-received by its viewers, including in Indonesia.

Curious about which dramas have 2 to 3 seasons? According to various sources, these are 8 Korean dramas that have 2 to 3 seasons because of their high popularity. Let's check it out, maybe your favorite drama is among them.

1. 'PLAY FULL KISS'

Playful Kiss (credit: MBC.com)

The first Korean drama to have a season 2 is PLAY FULL KISS. Although this drama does not have a high rating in South Korea, it has a high rating in several countries including Indonesia and has become a favorite drama of the audience.

PLAY FULL KISS is an adaptation of the Japanese comic titled Itazura Na Kiss, which tells the story of high school romance. Due to its success, PLAY FULL KISS has a second season with 7 episodes.

In the second season, the story still focuses on the love story of Oh Ha Ni played by Jung So Min, and Baek Seung Jo played by Kim Hyun Joong. It has become a quite famous and liked drama in several countries including Indonesia.

2. 'DREAM HIGH'

Dream High (credit: Special)

DREAM HIGH is the next Korean drama to have a second season. The first drama was very successful and became a favorite drama in South Korea and internationally, with a total overall rating of 14.9%. And because of this success, DREAM HIGH eventually made a second season with different cast members and a slightly different storyline.

Although it did not have a high rating like the first season, which only received a total overall rating of 7.8%, DREAM HIGH season 2 was still successful and aired in several countries. DREAM HIGH season 1 and 2 show the life of a famous actress and also someone who is not yet an actress in a school.

And it provides a glimpse into the life they have to live when they want to become a South Korean celebrity. That is why DREAM HIGH is very popular among teenagers in South Korea and serves as motivation for those who want to be famous and ready to enter the entertainment industry in South Korea.

3. 'WELCOME TO WAIKIKI'

Welcome To Waikiki (credit: twitter.com/jtbclove)

The next Korean drama that has a second season is WELCOME TO WAIKIKI. This comedy drama has been very successful in attracting many viewers, especially Korean drama lovers in several countries including Indonesia. Although WELCOME TO WAIKIKI did not have high ratings in South Korea, it was quite successful internationally and made a second season.

Providing many funny scenes, this drama is very entertaining and will make you laugh out loud. There is no difference in the story between season 1 and 2 in WELCOME TO WAIKIKI, only the cast members in season 1 and 2 are different.

However, despite that, WELCOME TO WAIKIKI still attracts international viewers well and is also successful. This comedy drama is still one of the popular dramas until now.

4. 'VOICE'

Voice (credit: twitter.com/OCN_ORIGINAL)

VOICE is one of the Korean dramas that also has seasons, not only 2 seasons but 3. This detective and crime drama has attracted many viewers from various countries including Indonesia. Although it has low ratings in South Korea, VOICE has many international viewers and has proven its popularity until the 3rd season.

Even until the 3rd season, the Korean drama VOICE always has an increase in viewer ratings. The Korean drama VOICE does not have any difference in terms of the story theme, only that season 1 is not related to season 2 and 3. But even so, the drama VOICE is successful internationally with a total of 44 episodes from season 1 to season 3.

5. 'Dr. ROMANTIC'

Dr. Romantic (credit: twitter.com/SBSNOW)

In addition to crime dramas, there are also Korean medical dramas that are quite popular and have 2 seasons. The drama is called Dr. ROMANTIC. Not only successful in South Korea but this drama is also successful internationally, with thrilling yet entertaining medical stories.

The first season of Dr. ROMANTIC successfully achieved high ratings from the beginning to the end of its airing, with a total rating of 20.4% and prestigious awards. Dr. ROMANTIC season 1 received 10 prestigious awards for its success. This drama even aired on television stations in Los Angeles, Bulgaria, and several other countries.

Not only that, in 2020, Dr. ROMANTIC returned with its second season. And it successfully achieved high ratings from the beginning to the end of the episodes, with a total rating of 18.3%. And it became one of the successful medical dramas in South Korea.

6. 'KINGDOM'

Kingdom (credit: twitter.com/NetflixKR)

KINGDOM is one of the Korean royal dramas that has a second season due to the success of the drama. This drama, which takes on a royal theme with a touch of fantasy, is the first drama produced by Netflix and has achieved tremendous success. Although the initial season only has 6 episodes, this drama has attracted attention not only in South Korea but also internationally.

This is also proven by the creation of the successful second season, which also attracted a large audience. In the second season, KINGDOM still has the same storyline as the first season. And of course, it entertains the audience with its classic Korean royal story.

Furthermore, the extraordinary acting of the actors and actresses, as well as the shooting locations, have amazed the audience. This drama is not to be taken lightly, as it has a budget of 2.5 trillion Indonesian rupiah and is highly recommended to watch.

7. LOVE ALARM

Love Alarm (credit: twitter.com/NetflixKR)

The next Korean drama that has a second season is LOVE ALARM, which is also one of Netflix's romance dramas. This romantic comedy with a unique story has attracted the attention of drama viewers not only in South Korea but also internationally. LOVE ALARM has a unique story that utilizes a love application and a unique technology.

Due to the success of season 1 and the unresolved story, viewers hope that LOVE ALARM will have a second season. And finally, it was announced at the beginning of 2020 that LOVE ALARM will have a second season that will air this year.

8. 'STRANGER (SECRET FOREST)'

Stranger (Secret Forest)(credit: twitter.com/CJnDrama)

And STRANGER (SECRET FOREST) is a Korean drama that also has a second season. This drama, which aired in 2017, is one of the most expensive dramas to produce and has been successful. The budget for one episode alone is 200,000 US dollars or 2.8 billion Indonesian Rupiah.

The success can also be seen in how fans are still waiting for the second season, even though it has been 3 years. And finally, this drama is coming back for a second season, which is expected to air in August 2020. Hearing this news, fans of STRANGER (SECRET FOREST) are eagerly awaiting the premiere of the drama.

STRANGER (SECRET FOREST) is a thriller and crime genre that will keep you on the edge of your seat with its storyline. Korean drama STRANGER (SECRET FOREST) has 16 episodes for both season 1 and season 2.

Those are the 8 successful and interesting Korean dramas that have 2 or 3 seasons. They are not only successful in terms of the story, but also the actors, actresses, locations, and directors have successfully brought this story to be accepted by various audiences. Not only in South Korea but also in various countries around the world, including Indonesia.

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