2023 Best Korean Dramas

   2023 is finally coming to an end. This year, so many well-made Korean dramas were aired, either on television broadcast or by OTT platform service. The shows below are my own special choice for 2023.

   1. Moving  무빙

  The best drama of 2023 is definitely Moving, streaming on Disney+. The birth of Korean hero was significant in that they were different from previous heroes. There was Korean warmth and spirit in them. The show has lots to see and lots to laugh and cry for. Many top star actors appeared on the show, and their great acting were put together to create a flawless masterpiece. The romance between Kim Du-sik(actor Jo In-Sung) and Lee Mi-hyeon(Han Hyo-Joo) was especially loved by worldwide viewers. Thanks to Moving, Disney+ gained many new subscribers. 

2. The Glory  더 글로리


  Another great show representing 2023 is The Glory, streaming on Netflix. The show created quite a sensation in many aspects. The casting of top star Song Hye-Kyo, along with star drama writer Kim Eun-Sook caught many people's attention. Also thanks to the drama, the severeness of school violence could gain attention. The delicate development of the story is brilliant and tension accumulates as time passes, giving great excitement to viewers. 

3. Call It Love  사랑이라 말해요

  It is a huge shame that Call It Love isn't well-known. Perhaps it's because at that time, people didn't watch Disney+ as much. Well maybe that's good for me because since not many people know of this show, only I can completely feel the value of it:) You will be able to feel your heart fluttering excitedly due to the beautiful romance shown on screen. It's a pleasure to introduce this cherished treasure.

4. Doona!  이두나!

  Another well-made K-drama. The show felt like a dedication to actress Suzy, who first made her debut in 2010 as an idol member of 'Miss A'. She is probably the only celebrity to reach the peak of her career as both idol singer and actor. Hence she was the only actress who could pull off this drama, and she did it perfectly. By Doona! Suzy could embrace the end to her 20's, reminiscing her idol days. Even apart from its symbolism, the drama is definitely worth watching. You can watch it on Netflix.

  The 4 shows above are the best dramas of 2023. Below are other shows also worthy of watching, loved by many. 


 


(In order of poster)

Tell Me That You Love Me  사랑한다고 말해줘
Maestra: Strings of Truth  마에스트라
Crash Course in Romance  일타 스캔들
Song of the Bandits  도적: 칼의 소리
Vigilante  비질란테
Revenant  악귀
Doctor Cha  닥터 차정숙
Behind Your Touch  힙하게
King the Land  킹더랜드
My Dearest  연인
One Day Off  박하경 여행기
The Worst of Evil  최악의 악

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