6 Best Noona K-Dramas To Watch That Will Give You All The Feels

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There's just something so endearing about K-Dramas that showcase different sides of love and break away from the often shown convention of Oppa or same-age couples. Noona K-Dramas are centered around the relationship between an older woman and a younger man as they experience the highs and lows of being in love and the many taboos that follow along. Some Noona K-Dramas also throw perspective on the many additional problems and questions women are often subjected to, from their social circles and from themselves as well. But eventually, love conquers all!

So here are 7 of our picks of the best Noona K-Dramas for you to binge!

1. "Something In The Rain" (2018)

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Cast: Son YeJin, Jung HaeIn

Summary: In this beautiful drama, Yoon JinAh (Son YeJin), in her mid-30s, finds new romance in her life when she meets her best friend's 20 something younger brother Seo JoonHee (Jung HaeIn). The series shows how they develop their relationship while battling various taboos both at work and home.

Why you should watch: "Something In The Rain" boasts of spectacular chemistry from the two leads. Apart from the amazing acting by the whole cast, the drama is nuanced in its portrayal of struggles commonly faced by older women along with its very realistic romance.

2. "Romance is a Bonus Book" (2019)

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Cast: Lee JongSuk, Lee NaYoung

Summary: The drama tells the stories of people who work at a publishing company and the love story between a genius writer and the youngest chief editor at the publishing company (Lee JongSuk) and a divorced mom going through hardships who is penniless and homeless and who is trying her best to find a job (Lee NaYoung).

Why you should watch: A fun drama that is just as visually pleasing as it is with its plot and story in a majorly office setting.

3. "When The Camellia Blooms" (2019)

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Cast: Kang HaNeul, Kong HyoJin

Summary: Single-parent Dongbaek (Kong HyoJin), the owner of Camellia Bar in a small fictional neighborhood of Ongsan finds herself opening her heart and ridding her prejudices when a sweet police officer YongSik (Kang HaNeul) confesses his love for her. But things become dangerous when she becomes the next murder target of a serial killer.

Why you should watch: The drama's countryside setting sets it apart from other dramas on the list, making it a fulfilling watch. Along with its wholesome romance, the hint of thriller will keep you wanting more.

4. "I Can Hear Your Voice" (2013)

Han Cinema

Cast: Lee JongSuk, Lee BoYoung

Summary: This fantasy legal drama revolves around a jaded public defender Jang HyeSung (Lee BoYoung) and Park SooHa (Lee JongSuk), a young man who has a mind-reding ability. The two join hands to uncover the truth behind Park SooHa's father's murder. Along this journey, they kindle a heartwarming romance as well.

Why you should watch: If you're in the mood for a blend of legal, fantasy, and romance drama that stars a very young Lee JongSuk, you're in for a treat with "I Can Hear Your Voice".

5. "Encounter" (2018)

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Cast: Song HyeKyo, Park BoGum

Summary: Two starkly different worlds collide when the divorced daughter of a politician and an ordinary man accidentally meet each other on a trip to Cuba and spend some time together and part. But fate brings them together again in Korea where they are bound by an owner-employee relationship.

Why you should watch: A beautiful drama starring two of the very best actor in the industry. The drama will take you from the scenic places of Cuba to the mundane offices in Seoul as two fated people give their blooming love a chance.

6. "Lost" (2021)

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Cast: Jeon DoYeon, Ryu JunYeol

Summary: A drama depicting life in its most bare sense, bleak and unyordinary. A 40-year-old BuJeong (Jeon DoYeon) feels that she has amounted to nothing and loses much of her zest for life. KangJae (Ryu JunYeol) is nearing the end of his youth and fears being nothing. The two meet at a mutual's funeral and develop a bond.

Why you should watch: If you've loved dramas like "My Mister" then "Lost" will definitely warm up to you. A slow, realistic drama of two very ordinary people going through life and the feeling of purposelessness.

7. "Witch's Love" (2014)

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Cast: Om JeongHwa, Park SeoJun

Summary: This drama brings together two broken souls as they once again revive the love in their life. 39-year-old Ban JiYeon (Om JeongHwa)is a tenacious investigative reporter whose life solely revolves around her work and she has lost belief in romance. Yoon DongHa (Park SeoJoon) is a 25-year-old happy-go-lucky guy but has a painful memory of his girlfriend who died. As the two meet each other, they develop an unlikely bond finding solace in each other.

Why you should watch: Starring a new, then unknown Park SeoJoon, this drama will leave you with butterflies. The steaming chemistry between Om JeongHwa and Park SeoJoon is through the roof as the two fall in love despite odd circumstances.