Article: Top 10 Korean Drama Adapted From Webtoon

With streaming services like Viu and Netflix available in addition to the growing boredom caused by lockdowns, K-Dramas have become even more popular. Webtoons and other illustrated works often inspire our favourite Korean dramas due to their captivating storylines and characters.

With so many new Korean dramas available, you'll have no trouble finding one to watch. In this article, we've gathered ten Korean dramas adapted from webtoons. Having finished these dramas, you might be feeling withdrawal symptoms. In that case, check out the original web-toons to stave off those feelings.

1. Nevertheless (2021)

An adult romance realistically unfolds in this drama. A story about a man who is sceptical about love, however, enjoys flirting. And a woman who wants to date but has reservations. Jae-Eon, a university student, appears to be friendly to everyone and is always cheerful. He is, however, apathetic towards others and does not desire a romantic relationship. His Intoxicating charm and flirtatiousness lure a cynic into a benefits-based friendship.

 

2. True Beauty (2021)

High school girl Ju Gyeong uses makeup to conceal her bare face and cope with her insecurities. She would rather die than reveal what she looks like. After learning how to apply it from YouTube, Ju Gyeong becomes the hot girl of the school. A love triangle ensues between her, Su Ho, a popular student with his emotional wounds, and Seo Jun, an untameable rebel with a surprisingly warm heart.

 

3. My Roommate Is A Gumiho (2021)

Shin Woo, a  999-year-old nine-tailed fox, must collect enough "human energy" to change his bead's color from red to blue so that he can become human. However, Lee Dam accidentally swallows it from his mouth. It can only be inside a human for a maximum of one year, after which the bead will break by killing the person. As he doesn't want to miss his chance at becoming a human, he suggests living together until they solve their problem. Despite never having a boyfriend in her life, Lee Dam now has to live with Shin Woo.

 

4. Sweet Home (2020)

Hyun-soo moves into an apartment after an unexpected family tragedy. Then, a mysterious phenomenon occurred all over the planet in which humans transformed into monsters. In the course of the plot, humans are transformed into savage monsters, causing terror inside the apartment; people realize there are monsters everywhere outside. Hyun-soo and other residents endeavour to keep their humanity as long as possible while struggling to survive.

 

5. Itaewon Class (2020)

Sae-ro-yi life has fallen apart after he got expelled from school and his father died. As a result, he wants to get revenge on the person responsible for all of his mishaps by gaining success. He then opened a pub Dan Bam in Itaewon, following the footsteps of his father. His manager and staff help him reach greater heights as he strives to succeed.

 

6. Mystic Pop-Up Bar (2020)

A magical outdoor bar, which is only open late at night, transports customers to different worlds and try to heal their internal wound through dreams. In her past life, the bar owner sinned against 100,000 souls and now is responsible for settling their grudges. An ex-detective and a part-timer assist her. Together, they find peace in the present and make amends for the past.

 

7. Uncanny Encounter (2020)

It is a story about a team of paranormal hunters Known as Counters. Mun, the youngest of the Counters, becomes a prominent member of the Counters.  The group poses as workers at a noodle restaurant during the day and hunts down evil spirits at night. Each possesses special abilities which differ from one another.

 

8. Love Alarm (2019)

Although an app can tell someone if they are liked by others nearby, Jo Jo, a high school student with personal difficulties, doesn't download the app since her phone is too old. Sun-oh, a student at the same high school as Jo-Jo, notices his best friend Hye-yeong is interested in her. To ascertain if her friend is interested, he kisses her. Thus, a complex love story ensues.

 

9. What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim(2018)

The drama revolves around a narcissistic vice president and his long-time devoted secretary of a large corporation. Because she has already paid off her father's loans and wants some time for herself, she decides to quit her job after nine years of making him look good and stroking his ego. His anxiety leads him to attempt to figure out why she suddenly wants to leave.

 

10. Cheese In The Trap (2016)

In this drama, a female university student, Hong Seol, and her senior, Yoo Jung, develop a delicate relationship. Due to her family's financial status, Hong-Seol works part-time and takes a year-long break due to her family's poor background. Yoo Jung has excellent grades, strong athletic ability, and he is also somewhat sinister. Soon after, Hong Seol's life takes a turn for the worse, and she concludes it's all because of Yoo Jung. Jung gradually begins to see Seol as someone like him.  After observing, he starts to fall for her after this discovery.