There are Romantic to Thriller Genres, Here are 5 Recommendations for the Latest Korean Dramas in 2024 that You Can Watch Unlimited on Netflix

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Elmira Aubyn Azzahrina

Netflix ensures to always present new series, films, and dramas every month that are suitable to accompany its fans who love watching. Not only coming from Hollywood, Netflix also broadcasts various Korean dramas with various genres, plots, characters, and storylines that are easy to catch the attention of many people.

In the previous year of 2023, many Korean dramas on Netflix received high enthusiasm from the audience. Mentioning THE GLORY (Season 2), MASK GIRL, ALCHEMY OF SOULS (Season 2), SWEET HOME 2, MY DEMON, and THE GOOD BAD MOTHER. The satisfied reactions from the audience certainly increase the interest of Netflix's production team to continue presenting the latest Korean dramas with more interesting storylines.

This is proven by the presence of several new Korean dramas in 2024 on Netflix that have just premiered, but have already received a lot of positive reactions from fans and are always eagerly awaited for their airing schedule. What are they? Let's check out the complete list below!

1. QUEEN OF TEARS

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Serial drama QUEEN OF TEARS which just aired on March 9, 2024, has gained a lot of attention from various circles. This is because the Korean drama QUEEN OF TEARS tells the complicated life of a married couple between Kim Ji-won as Hong Hae-in and Kim Soo-hyun as Baek Hyun-woo. With a rom-com genre, this drama is intended for KLovers who are currently intoxicated with love.

It is told about an ordinary office employee named Baek Hyun-woo (Kim Soo-hyun), who meets Hong Hae-in (Kim Ji-won), the daughter of the conglomerate company owner, Queens Groups. Hae-in has a somewhat arrogant and intimidating personality, but it actually triggers Hyun-woo's liking towards her. After some time, they become a married couple with a relationship that has been going on for three years. Their relationship is filled with conflicts that make Hyun-woo want to file for divorce. However, who would have thought that there is a surprising news about Hae-in that causes Hyun-woo to change his divorce plans.

QUEEN OF TEARS will be available with a total of 16 episodes. The new episodes will air on Netflix every Saturday & Sunday at 19:20 WIB.

2. DOCTOR SLUMP

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The latest Korean drama recommendation that has been airing since January is DOCTOR SLUMP. This romantic drama stars a lineup of famous actors and actresses from South Korea. Among them are Park Hyung-sik as Yeo Jeong-woo, Park Shin-hye as Nam Ha-neul, Yoon Park as Bin Dae-yeong, and Kong Seong Ha as Lee Hong-ran.

This Korean drama tells the story of the reunion of two doctors who were arch enemies during school. Jeong-woo and Ha-neul used to compete to be the best and smartest students in that school. As adults, Jeong-woo becomes the best plastic surgeon in Korea, while Ha-neul becomes an anesthesiologist. One day, a bad incident happens to both of them. Jeong-woo is accused of malpractice because a patient died on the operating table. On the other hand, Ha-neul experiences severe depression due to her workaholic nature and never having fun in her life. These problems bring the two of them back together to support each other.

The question is, can they have a happy ending together? That will be answered in the last two episodes of DOCTOR SLUMP airing on Saturday and Sunday on Netflix.

3. A KILLER PARADOX

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A KILLER PARADOX is a Korean drama with a thriller genre that will surely make the audience's heart race. The drama stars Choi Woo-shik as the main character, Lee Tang. He portrays a character who has recently been involved in a series of murders. He is accompanied by Son Suk-ku as Jang Nan-Gam and Lee Hee-joon as Song Chon.

Lee Tang (Choi Woo-shik) is a student and part-time cashier who accidentally encounters a man in a narrow alley one night. Suddenly, he is relentlessly attacked by the man, which makes him angry until he eventually kills him. Thanks to this incident, Lee Tang realizes that he has an instinct that can distinguish between good and evil people. He is even willing to kill criminals with evil behavior using only his bare hands.

On the other hand, Detective Jang Nan-Gam (Son Suk-ku) is assigned to investigate the many cases of criminal deaths. He gathers suspicious information from Lee Tang to find out who is the real person behind this strong instinctive killer.

The Korean drama A KILLER PARADOX can be watched by KLovers on Netflix now, with a total of 8 episodes.

4. WELCOME TO SAMDAL-RI

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Returning with a romantic comedy genre, the Korean drama titled WELCOME TO SAMDAL-RI is ready to showcase a sweet love story between Shin Hye-sun as Cho Sam-dal and Ji Chang-wook as Jo Yong-phil.

They are portrayed as childhood friends with different dreams. When they grow up, Sam-dal becomes a wandering photographer who leaves his hometown, Samdal on Jeju Island. Meanwhile, Yong-phil works as a weather forecaster in his hometown. That is what separates them for years. One day, Sam-dal is forced to return to his hometown because his career is ruined. He starts over to fix everything, including his old relationship with Yong-phil.

Will their relationship reconcile with their love for each other?

5. CAPTIVATING THE KING

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Last recommendation of the Korean drama that is not less exciting than others is CAPTIVATING THE KING. This drama stars Shin Se-kyung as Kang Hee-soo, Jo Jung-suk as Lee In, Lee Shin young as Kim Myung-ha, and Park Ye-young as Court Lady Dong.

Carrying a saeguk theme, this drama tells the love story between a king named Lee In who is involved in political struggles with a female baduk player named Hee-soo who tries to approach him for revenge. This drama not only presents a story set in ancient times, but also provides a new history to the viewers.

Curious about Hee-soo's revenge motive towards Lee In? KLovers can watch the Korean drama CAPTIVATING THE KING on Netflix, yes!

Well, those are some of the latest Korean dramas in 2024 on Netflix that you can watch in your free time. So, which Korean drama will be your favorite, KLovers?

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