These women are the definitions of good girlfriends.
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 3 min to read ·
Published : Jul 9, 2021
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We love our K-Drama male leads but female leads are who make the drama special. The world is almost always revolving around them and they have their lovers tied around their pinky fingers. However, the male leads aren't the only ones whipped for these lovely characters. We can't help falling for them either!
Everyone talks about how K-Drama men are boyfriend goals but our female leads are nothing short of wifey material, especially when they're multifaceted with several layers to them. Here are 5 K-Drama characters who are truly amazing girlfriends.
1. Choi AeRa from "Fight For My Way"
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Choi AeRa, played by actress Kim JiWon, stands by her man Ko DongMan, played by Park SeoJun through thick and thin. She always wants what is best for him, even if that means she has to break his heart. She's the prototype of the childhood best friend turned lover and as cheesy or overused this trope might be, AeRa deserves all the love.
Oh JinShim is played by the lovely Yoo InNa alongside Kwon JongRok, played by Lee DongWook. Fans rooted for this couple back in "Goblin" too and finally in "Touch Your Heart" they get the happy relationship they deserve. Both the characters show how two people don't have to be bound by destiny to stay together.
DanOh, played by Kim HyeYoon and HaRu, played by SF9's RoWoon are a match made in heaven and their relationship is just as heavenly. They dote on each other and are deeply devoted to their relationship. Throughout the drama, EunOh is determined about making it work despite interventions of "fate". After all, man writes his own destiny.
Lim JuGyeong is played by actress Moon GaYoung and her love interest, SuHo is played by ASTRO's Cha EunWoo. Not only is this a refreshing pairing on-screen but the plotline itself is so wholesome that it is even more rewarding to see the central couple's relationship bloom. Both characters find healing and happiness in each other and the world becomes a much better place for them when they're together.
5. Sung DeokSun from "Reply 1988"
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HyeRi's DeokSun takes care of Park BoGum's Choi Taek, understands his love language, is always there for him and vice versa. There couldn't be a more perfect relationship. It is based on mutual love, respect, and trust. Could it get any better? While it is a slow-burn romance, the seeds for the same were sown long back and that is exactly why it's so rewarding.
Which other K-Drama girlfriend would you add to this list? Share your thoughts with Kpopmap in the comments section down below!
Top 5 K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist This April 2024
Looking for new K-Dramas? Check out our curated list of five April 2024 K-Dramas that you absolutely do not want to miss!
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 4 min to read ·
Published : Mar 29, 2024
Netflix / tvN
2024 is proving to be an amazing year for K-Dramas and we love to see it. With the screen comebacks of top stars, rising actors making their mark on the industry, and the increasing versatility of genres, 2024 will undoubtedly give renewed impetus to Hallyu. As we step into April 2024, a number of exciting K-Dramas await.
From thrillers and fantasy to historical and crime, there's something for everyone this month. So, we compiled some of the most highly anticipated April 2024 K-Dramas in a watchlist for you!
Here are 5 April 2024 K-Dramas that you absolutely do not want to miss!
Note: This watchlist is not a ranking. It includes select K-Dramas airing on Korean national television as well as Netflix, Disney+, and Apple TV+ original series.
Cast: Jeon SoNee, Koo KyoHwan, Lee JungHyun, Kwon HaeHyo
Summary: Based on the popular manga "Parasyte" by Hitoshi Iwaaki, "Parasyte: The Grey" will tell the story of how humans fight back against strange parasitic creatures trying to feed off of human hosts and steal their consciousness. While these worms try to expand their power and take over the control of society, can co-existence be possible?
Reasons To Watch: If you're a fan of the anime "Parasyte: The Maxim" or the manga "Parasyte", you have to tune into the April 2024 K-Drama "Parasyte: The Grey". The fact that the show is created by Yeon SangHo, and stars outstanding actors like Koo KyoHwan, Jeon SoNee and Lee JungHyun is reason enough to be hyped and we cannot wait to see what they have in store for us.
Summary: "Lovely Runner" follows the story of Ryu SunJae (Byeon WooSeok), a popular star who passes away unexpectedly. However, a twist of fate gives him a second chance at life when his devoted fan, Im Sol (Kim HyeYoon), travels back in time to prevent the tragedy.
Reasons To Watch: "Lovely Runner" is arguably the most highly awaited romance drama among April 2024 K-Dramas. Kim HyeYoon and Byeon WooSeok are an absolute dream pair, and their heart-fluttering chemistry (especially the height difference) is giving us all the butterflies already! We cannot wait for this show to start airing.
Cast: Han HyoJoo, Ju JiHoon, Lee HeeJun, Lee MuSaeng
Summary: BF (Blood Free) is a company dominating the genetically engineered cultured meat market but when CEO Yoon JaYoo's (Han HyoJoo) vision starts being questioned, she realizes that her life is on the line. JaYoo meets the mysterious Woo ChaeWoon (Ju JiHoon), who starts working as her bodyguard.
Reasons To Watch: Much like other Disney Plus originals recently, "Blood Free" is a star-studded K-Drama with a novel premise. Viewers' expectations are sky high for this April 2024 K-Drama, and why wouldn't they be when some of the best actors have come together for this project? Besides, Disney Plus has established a reputation for its high-quality originals and we're hoping that this one is going to be no exception.
4. "Chief Detective 1958"
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When & Where: April 19, Disney Plus
Cast: Lee JeHoon, Seo EunSoo, Lee DongHwi, Choi WooSung, Yoon HyunSoo
Summary: The story of a passionate young detective, Park YoungHan (Lee JeHoon), who cannot stand injustice. He teams up with his colleagues at Jongnam Police Station in Seoul to fight crime in an age where technology wasn't as advanced as it is today.
Reasons To Watch: Lee JeHoon fighting crime again? Sign us up! This April 2024 K-Drama is one of the most highly anticipated K-Dramas of the year, and for good reason! With a retro setting, this K-Drama is going to evoke nostalgia for an age many of us have never experienced and make us fall in love with it. Besides, the cast - which combines experienced stars and rising young actors, is sure to draw your attention.
Summary: The crown prince of the nation has been kidnapped by a woman fated to be the princess! As they flee, a gentle romance blooms between the two.
Reasons To Watch: SuHo of EXO captivated global K-Drama audiences with his performance in "Behind Your Touch," heightening anticipation for his upcoming lead role in "Missing Crown Prince." Joining him is super rookie Hong YeJi, celebrated for her role in "Love Song For Illusion," garnering a devoted following, and rising star Kim MinKyu, making fans curious about the characters' relationships. You don't want to miss this one!
Top 10 Hottest Korean Actors And Must-Watch K-Dramas Dominating Discussions In The 3rd Week Of March 2024
Curious which K-Dramas and Korean actors are trending in Korea at the moment? Check them out here!
Kay Sesoko, Kpopmap Editor 3 min to read ·
Published : Mar 29, 2024
tvN
Reflecting on the third week of March, the K-Drama landscape sparkled with series that intricately spun enchanting narratives and introduced memorable characters. These shows infused an additional layer of thrill into the new year, transforming the third week of March into a period brimming with endearing on-screen tales.
By the use of extensive data collection that involves analyzing netizen's reactions to various online platforms such as news websites, online communities, social media platforms, and videos, Good Data Corporation shows an insight into the Korean entertainment industry by providing a weekly ranking of the most talked about actors and dramas in Korea.
Wondering which K-Dramas and actors are trending in Korea at the moment? Read on to find out!
Hottest Korean Drama (On TV & OTT) For The 3rd Week Of March
The most talked about drama was...
"Queen of Tears"
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The K-Drama "Queen of Tears" first aired on March 9th, and it has since found its way to the top of the most-talked-about ranking. Viewers are relishing the stellar cast, comedic highlights, and fun plotline of the show, eagerly awaiting its next episodes.
Here is the full ranking of the Hottest Korean Dramas for the 3rd week of March:
1. "Queen of Tears"
2. "Pyramid Game"
3. "Wonderful World"
4. "Wedding Impossible"
5. "Chicken Nugget"
6. "Flex X Cop"
7. "Nothing Uncovered"
8. "Beauty and Mr. Romantic"
9. "Hide"
10. "The Third Marriage"
Hottest Korean Actor (On TV & OTT) For The 3rd Week Of March
The most talked about Korean actor was...
Kim JiWon - "Queen of Tears"
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Kim JiWon has once again topped the ranking, having captivated the hearts of many K-Drama fans with her spot-on acting and gorgeous visuals. Numerous viewers are delighting in the complexity of her character, brought to life through her compelling portrayal on screen.
Here is the full ranking of the Hottest Korean Actors for the 3rd week of March:
1. Kim JiWon - "Queen of Tears"
2. Kim SooHyun - "Queen of Tears"
3. ASTRO's Cha EunWoo - "Wonderful World"
4. Jun JongSeo - "Wedding Impossible"
5. Moon SangMin - "Wedding Impossible"
6. Ahn BoHyun - "Flex X Cop"
7. Jang DaA - "Pyramid Game"
8. Kim NamJoo - "Wonderful World"
9. Kim HaNeul - "Nothing Uncovered"
10. WJSN's BoNa - "Pyramid Game"
It looks like "Queen of Tears" generated quite the buzz (again) in the third week of March. Other popular dramas included "Pyramid Game", "Wedding Impossible", and more.
Make sure to check out these shows and their talented cast members!
10 Actors Who Would Be Perfect In The K-Drama Adaptation Of Webtoon "The Mermaid I Loved" [VOTE]
Which Korean actor should take the role of a attractive mermaid and chaebol? Here is our dream cast for the K-Drama adaptation of the webtoon "The Mermaid I Loved" ("내가 사랑한 물고기").
Laure, Kpopmap Editor 5 min to read ·
Published : Mar 28, 2024
LookMedia / "The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER / KingKong by Starship
With all the amazing webtoons-based dramas that have been released in the past couple of years, we have only become more excited about upcoming K-Dramas linked with webtoons.
The webtoon "The Mermaid I Loved" is a special case because the story was first written as a script for a drama production. The drama production is on its way and the webtoon was pre-released. The drama's production company, Group Eight, thought that in releasing it first as a webtoon they could showcase some of the various deep sea adventures of the story and also help garner attention for the drama.
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
The romance fantasy adventure webtoon “The Mermaid I Loved” ("내가 사랑한 물고기," literal translation, “The Fish I Loved”), written by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal (우주봄봄 and 부발), tells the story of a man whose intermittent transformations into a mermaid become increasingly uncontrollable as he experiences the emotion of love and spends time with a woman who he finds himself more and more attracted to. The season 1 of the webtoon ended on March 13th with 31 episodes.
Given the webtoon’s popularity, Group Eight is looking forward the positive effect the webtoon will have on the upcoming drama’s viewership. They have built a solid portfolio with dramas based on webtoons like "Taxi Driver", "My ID is Gangnam Beauty" and "A Good Day To Be A Dog". Among their awaited projects is the reboot of the popular drama "Princess Hours" (2006).
Currently, there are no actors cast for “The Mermaid I Loved”. Fans of the webtoon are waiting for the announcement of the cast. We can already think of actors and actresses who would be perfect for the roles!
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
We at Kpopmap have thought up a cast of actors who would suit this drama amazingly.
1. Sim Kai (심카이), a mermaid and 3rd generation chaebol
Sim Kai is the lead male character. He discovered he was a mermaid 12 years ago and he pretends to be a human.
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
When he shares physical touch with a woman, his fish scales begin to appear and he transforms back into his mermaid form. Because of this, he avoids all contact with women and has been single his whole life.
But due to his handsome looks, he has a lot of girls chasing after him, so he hired YaNa to pretend to be his girlfriend. However, he can’t help himself from having physical contact with YaNa even if it means he won’t be able breathe.
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
Kai is the son of the jewelry brand Inoroo, or 3rd generation chaebol, but he is not interested in the family business and instead prefers performing as a mermaid at the aquarium.
The actor must possess features suitable for long hair and a muscular physique to be able to portray a mermaid. He should exude charm and look dazzling in a suit, while also being capable of conveying a mix of cynicism, cuteness, and panic in his expressions. Comfort with underwater filming is also mandatory.
Moon SangMin, WEi's Kim YoHan, Baek SungChul, Kim MyungSoo (INFINITE's L), and Chae JongHyeop could be a good match.
LOOKMEDIA / Awesome Entertainment / WEi Official / Chae JongHyeop Instagram / KEYEAST
Not only would they look stunning with long hair and looks amazing in suits, but their facial features would perfectly match the character's. Beyond their physical attributes, all five actors possess the talent and ability to convey Kai through the right facial expressions. The genre of fantasy romance suits them impeccably. Each actor would bring their unique colors and charms to the character, making him stand out on screen. Additionally, we can anticipate excellent chemistry with the lead actress.
Vote for your pick in the poll below!
Moon SangMin
WEi's Kim YoHan
Baek SungChul
Kim MyungSoo
Chae JongHyeop
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2. Jung YaNa (정야나), an easy-going part-time student
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
Jung YaNa (24 years old) is the lead female character. She is a student who works a part-time job and has an easy-going personality.
She accidentally kisses Kai when she meets him for the first time, and shocked to see him suddenly fall very sick, she calls the ambulance. She ends up more shocked when she sees him put his face into a dirty bucket of water used for cleaning.
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
The actress should possess a mix of cuteness and strength, capable of expressing a wide range of emotions, and especially comedy. The character experiences rapid and extreme changes in emotions, so the actress should be able to show these transitions convincingly. Additionally, she should look just like a regular student, but be able to become a stunning lady with expensive clothes.
Kang MinAh, WJSN's Bona (Kim JiYeon), Chae SooBin, Girl's Day's HyeRi, and Seor InA could be a good match.
H& Entertainment / King Kong by Starship / Creative Group Ing / GOLDMEDALIST
All five actresses have demonstrated their talented acting and are well-suited for a character like YaNa. Each of them possesses the ability to portray the youthful, cute, and fiery vibes of the female lead character. Comedy and expressive acting would not be an issue for any of them, so it would be a smooth portrayal of the character without overdoing it and making viewers laugh. No need to mention that they would all bring great chemistry with the lead actor! Being a romance, it is crucial.
Vote for your pick in the poll below!
Kang MinAh
WJSN's Bona
Chae SooBin
Girl's Day's HyeRi
Seor InA
Please do not refresh any more. Press the "VOTE" button below.
The webtoon is not available in English officially yet, but you can read it in Korean here.
"The Mermaid I Loved" by Cosmic Bom Bom and Bubal on NAVER
Let us know who you want to see cast!
Note: The aim of the vote is for Kpopmap readers to share their opinion about their preference for the cast. It is not affecting the cast of the production team.
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