Just before 2021 clocks out, let’s revisit some of the dramas that ranked higher on the blog!!
KDrama 100% Era
A short drama with a dystopian story taking place after the pandemic and focusing on the lives of the kids being raised in a sterilized environment,
KDrama At Distance, Spring Is Green
A college drama that didn’t follow the typical aloof script, but dove deep into the character’s personalities and struggles.
KDrama D.P.
D.P. is short but impactful. With a story that shocks due to the fact that it is closer to reality than it’s comfortable, D.P. deals with the lives of soldiers that try to escape a hellish environment.
CDrama Hello, My Youth
More on the funny, light side, Hello, My Youth presents the odd friendship that is created between two totally different characters, without digging too deeply into it.
KDrama Mad For Each Other
A drama disguised as a comedy, this series gives much more than a cute romance. Rather, the problems that the characters face are real and difficult, often reaching the limits of social taboos.
KDrama Love Scene Number
This anthology of love stories varies from cute to tragic, with a realistic approach and a more dramatic attitude.
KDrama The Penthouse: War in Life
Though the last season was disappointing, the first two were quite a mouthful. With absorb storylines and overdramatic twists, The Penthouse series offered everything without holding back.
KDrama The Witch’s Diner
A magical short drama with an interesting story nicely presented and with a smooth pace.
KDrama You Raise Me Up
Despite its appearance, this drama is quite heavy on the side of mental illness and overcoming your own demons, while adding a few comedy relieves here and there along with a sweet romance.
KDrama Yumi’s Cells
A realistic romantic story with a beginning, middle, and ending. Plus, the inclusion of animated characters doesn’t deprive the drama of its appeal, rather, it adds a lot to the plot.
KDrama To My Star
A sweet love story with two compatible characters and an enjoyable story.
KDrama Work Later, Drink Now
With a second season coming up in 2022, Work Later, Drink Now focuses on the friendship of three friends, their history, their love lives, and their adventures together, under the umbrella of their drinking dates.
KDrama Squid Game
The phenomenon of the year, Squid Games gives the Korean twist to the survival drama genre. With lots of gore and shocking scenes, this drama keeps things on the edge till the grand finale.
KDrama Sisyphus: The Myth
A fantasy drama that shows the world in a dystopian future, while the characters travel back in time to prevent that from happening. With lots of twists and well-handled fantasy, the drama keeps you questioning things till the very ending.
KDama Scripting Your Destiny
Sure, grim reapers were a trend of the past, but this drama gives a new and fresh twist to the old story.
JDrama Renai Mangaka
A cute love story that only Japan can offer, with strong chemistry between the leads and few surprises.
JDrama Promise Cinderella
With interesting characters, Promise Cinderella is an unconventional love story and yet, the drama makes it work!
KDrama Nevertheless,
With two of the most popular Korean actors on Netflix as the main leads, Nevertheless, is the tale of a toxic relationship, with a pleasant addition of interesting side couples.
JDrama Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte
Sure, cohabitation isn’t a new theme, but this Japanese Drama brings out a fresh story with two interesting characters and a cute romance.
KDrama Move To Heaven
Simply put, beautiful.
JDrama Black Cinderella
Not your typical school romance, as this drama deals with more serious issues, while offering a sweet romance and an even sweeter second lead.
Thai Drama 46 Days
Funny and with the right amount of rom com vibes, 46 Days has it all, friendship, romance, and a cute side couple.
These are my top dramas of 2021! Do you agree with this list? Do you have any other favorites?
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