Spice Up Our Love (사장님의 식단표)
Synopsis: Nam Ja-yeon, a 19+ web novel writer, suddenly becomes the female protagonist of her own story, Seo Yeon-seo. As she navigates this new reality, she develops a relationship with Kang Ha-jun, the male lead of a romance novel.
Seo Yeon-seo finds herself panicking when she realizes that the perfect man from her web novel, Kang Ha-jun, is not her muse Yeo Ha-jun, but rather Bok Gyu-hyun. It’s an unpredictable journey of Ja-yeon as she attempts to escape her web novel and return to reality. Meanwhile Kang Ha-jun, the president of Seo Yeon-seo’s company, initially appears cold-hearted, he is deeply affectionate toward the woman he loves as he focuses solely on winning her heart.
Trope: Workplace Romance, Trapped in Another World
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What Comes After Love (사랑 후에 오는 것들)
Synopsis: It is about a fateful love that unfolds when Hong, who was studying in Japan, meets Jungo and they reunite in Korea for the first time in five years after suffering a mournful love and separation. (Source: Wikipedia)
Genre: Melodrama, Romance
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Gyeongseong Creature Season 2 (경성크리처 시즌2)
Synopsis: “Gyeongseong Creature” returns, extending its narrative from the tumultuous spring of 1945 to the bustling streets of 2024 Seoul. It follows the protagonists as they confront new threats and uncover hidden secrets from their pasts while battling both human and monstrous foes. Themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the struggle for survival are central as the characters navigate a world filled with intrigue and danger. Expect more intense action, emotional depth, and a rich exploration of the consequences of their choices.
Genre: Action, Thriller, Fantasy
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Dear Hyeri (나의 해리에게)
Synopsis: Joo Eun Ho is an overlooked announcer with 14 years of experience, striving for recognition from the public. Beneath her surface, she harbors a deep emotional wound that gives rise to her alter-ego, Joo Hye Ri, a bubbly parking attendant who exudes positivity.
Jung Hyun Oh, Joo Eun Ho’s ex-boyfriend, rose to fame as a beloved announcer shortly after joining the broadcasting station, but their long-term relationship ended in heartbreak. Despite his success, he carries an unseen pain that he has never revealed. When fate brings Joo Eun Ho and Jung Hyun Oh back together, they find solace in each other and begin to heal their hidden wounds.
Genre: Psychological, Romance, Melodrama
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The Judge From Hell (지옥에서 온 판사)
Synopsis: Kang Bit Na is an accomplished judge renowned for her striking beauty, but she harbors a dark secret—she’s a demon. Her role as a demon is to eliminate those who lead others to their demise without remorse and subsequently consign them to Hell. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Han Da On, a detective known for his friendly demeanor and sharp intellect. Despite his outward gentleness and keen observational skills, Han Da On harbors hidden pain that no one is aware of. The meeting between Kang Bit Na and Han Da On sets off a chain of events that dramatically alters both of their lives.
Genre: Romance, Crime, Drama, Fantasy
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tvN O’PENing: Our Beautiful Summer (아름다운 우리 여름)
Synopsis: The story of Ah Reum, Da Woon, Yu Ri and our three siblings who were born as quadruplets and lost the youngest, Na Ra, and became three, and the lonely summer when no one was there, meeting and falling in love again and becoming happy.
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Fragile (프래자일)
Synopsis: The series candidly portrays the real-life worries and daily experiences of “fragile” teenagers. It delves into the taboos they encounter in their final teenage years before transitioning into adulthood, highlighting themes such as tumultuous romantic relationships with friends of the opposite sex and the risky escapades they engage in while evading adult scrutiny.
Genre: Youth, Romance, Drama
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Queen Woo (우씨왕후)
Synopsis: As soon as the death of King Gogukcheon of Goguryeo is announced, a fierce battle between tribes will begin. Queen Woo, who became the target of five tribes seeking power, struggles to establish a new king within 24 hours. So begins the journey of the life of ‘Woo’, who became the first woman in history to become queen twice. (Source: Wikipedia)
Genre: Historical, Political, Action, Drama, For_Mature_Audience
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No Gain No Love (손해 보기 싫어서)
Synopsis: Son Hae Yeong is the type of person who doesn’t want to lose money under any circumstance. While growing up, she had to share her mother’s love with others. She often found her partners in relationships below her break-even point. Now, Hae Yeong faces the possibility of missing out on a job promotion at her workplace. To avoid such a loss, she makes a plan for a fake wedding. She recruits Kim Ji Uk to be her fiance. Ji Uk works part-time as a cashier at a convenience store. He is the type of person who can’t ignore people in need and tries to do the right thing. He is smooth with every customer at the convenience store, except for one person. That person is Hae Yeong. When she suddenly asks him to become the fake groom at her wedding, he somehow accepts her offer. (Source: AsianWiki)
Genre: Romance Comedy
Trope: Contract Marriage
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