HIT K dramas inspired from popular webtoons

Popular webtoons have inspired a wave of Korena dramas and the entertainment has been enjoyed by all. Some prime examples of K-dramas based on webtoons are Business Proposal, What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? And True Beauty and among others. Here’s a list of entertaining Kdramas that have been adapted from webtoons for your binge-watch list.

Cast: Kim Se Jeong, Ahn Hyo Seop, Seol In Ah, Kim Min Gyu

Cast: Kim Hee-Sun, Rowoon, Lee Soo-hyuk, and Yoon Ji-on

Adapted from Llama's captivating 2017 Naver webtoon, MBC's ‘Tomorrow’ offers viewers a unique blend of fantasy and inspiration as it confronts the stark challenges of real-life struggles. The series revolves around Choi Jun-Wung, a graduate recently awakened from the state of coma, whose life takes an unexpected and extraordinary turn. This young man finds himself thrust into an otherworldly role, working alongside a team of mysterious grim reapers. Their mission is to intervene in the lives of those individuals, who are on the verge of taking their own lives. Directed by the talented Kim Tae-Yun and brought to life by a talented cast, ‘Tomorrow’ promises a thought-provoking and emotionally charged journey.

Cast: Yoon Chan Young, Park Ji Hoo, Cho Yi Hyun and Park Solomon

This show is based on a webtoon comic called ‘Now at Our School’. The story is about a bunch of students at Hyosan High School dealing with a zombie outbreak at their school. As a group of classmates find themselves trapped within the school's walls, they embark on an adventurous journey of survival and escape. With both zombies and fellow survivors posing relentless challenges, they're forced to make tough choices and rely on their resourcefulness. Amidst this dire situation, the show delves into themes of survival, friendship and unrequited love.

Cast: Moon Ga Young, Cha Eun Woo, Hwang In Yeop and Park Yoo-Na

‘True Beauty’ was a huge hit when it was released on streaming platforms in 2020. It's based on a webtoon by the same name. The story is about a teenager named Joo Gyeong who got bullied a lot because of how she looked. When she switches schools, she decides to change her appearance. This makes her more confident, and she becomes one of the most attractive girls in her new school. What's cool is that the webtoon is still going on, but the drama finished in 2020. People really liked it because it talks about how we see ourselves and being true to who we are. The love triangle in the show got a lot of people talking. Both guys who liked Joo Gyeong were so great that it split the fanbase in half. People especially loved the scenes between Hwang In-Yeop and Cha Eun-Woo as their bromance was adorable.

Cast: Park Min Young and Park Seo Joon

If you're on the hunt for a K-drama that serves up a delightful mix of romance, humour, and eye-catching main characters, ‘What's Wrong with Secretary Kim?’ should be at the top of your watchlist. This charming series, adapted from a webtoon by Kim Myeong-Mi, stays true to its source material, much to the delight of fans of the comic. The story unfolds around the charismatic billionaire, Lee Young-Joon, brought to life by Park Seo-joon, who unexpectedly finds himself head over heels for his dedicated yet tirelessly overworked secretary of nine years, Park Min-so, played by Park Min-young. The on-screen chemistry between these two leads is nothing short of heart-melting, and their first date is an absolute swoon-fest! After all, who wouldn't want a wealthy CEO to rent out an entire amusement park just for them?

Cast: Kim Hye Yoon, Ro Woon and Lee Jae Wook

This enchanting series draws inspiration from the immensely popular webtoon ‘July Found By Chance’, crafted by the talented Moo Ryoo. The plot centres on the main character, Eun Dan Oh. She discovers a startling truth that, not only is she a character in a comic titled 'Secret’, but she also exists as nothing more than an extra in the unfolding story. The cartoonist's cruel hand assigns her a dreary fate, marked by an unwanted engagement and a grim destiny. Fuelled by a determination to break free from this narrative prison, Eun Dan Oh takes off on a quest to write her own destiny, to find true love, and to fill her life with meaning.

Cast: Park Seo Joon, Kim Da Mi, Kwon Na Ra and Yoo Jae Myung

With a captivating storyline, ‘Itaewon Class’ leaves fans wanting for more. It is adapted from the highly popular webtoon of the same name, brilliantly crafted by Kwang Jin. While some minor plot tweaks were introduced, the essence of the story remained intact, drawing viewers into the life of the determined Park Sae Ro Yi. Imprisoned for attempted murder, he becomes unwavering in his vengeance against the wealthy tycoon who robbed him of his future. This K-drama quickly found its place as a fan favourite, sparking passionate discussions among viewers. The significance can be the presence of South Korea's beloved Park Seo-Joon, who skilfully brought the character of Sae Ro Yi to life.