Korean dramas are Korean-based television series that are popular worldwide with the name of K-dramas. They are widely available via streaming services like Netflix with subtitles in multiple languages.

A human melodrama in which a woman who is terminally ill and a man whose life is in the gutters are entangled in a murder case and become someone precious in each other's life.

A human melodrama in which a woman who is terminally ill and a man whose life is in the gutters are entangled in a murder case and become someone precious in each other's life.

Genres of Korean Dramas

There are many types of Korean dramas, such as historical, action, comedy, magic, and romance. Most current hit shows seem to be about societal stigmas such as classism, gender inequality, racism, bullying, etc.

Korean Historical Series

Korean historical dramas, called Sageuk in Korean, are some of the most popular dramas in the world. Yi San and Dae Jang Geum (Jewel in the Palace) are among the most popular series of Korean historical drama.

The Reasons behind the Gaining Popularity of Korean Dramas

These are some of the reasons why many people have decided to watch the show.

• Korean drama stars are usually young and attractive. Korean audiences love watching beautiful girls and handsome men, and it keeps them engaged and interested.
• Korean culture, as seen in K-dramas, is becoming increasingly popular these days. Fans enjoy watching a different way of life.
• Korean Drama—which is often referred to as K-drama—has become increasingly popular in recent years. One of the reasons for its popularity is that it is never unnecessarily dirty or vulgar, and presents a clean, family friendly environment.

What People Think about it

Dramacool One and Only' ('Only One Person' is the literal translation) by a Korean columnist called the drama "the birth of a masterpiece that many people need to see" and I have to completely agree. All of the responses I've seen have praised the drama as well-made and especially applauded the excellent work of all the actors involved. The drama was put into a very late at night (going past midnight) on weekdays airing slot in Korea, but it truly is a hidden gem that I think will end up standing the test of time and become beloved as people discover it through streaming platforms.

'The One and Only' deals with a lot of important and serious topics, with death of course being a central theme, but it also cuts through any heaviness with laughter at the right moments, making it a lot funnier than first expected. The drama showcases stable and nuanced acting from the cast, and from the behind the scenes clips it's clear how much genuine fun they are having working together. The ever evolving dynamic between the three terminally ill women really does make you understand how even on the verge of death, people can still connect, love, and grow. It's a necessary message to share in these uncertain times, and ironically it is this honesty and exploration about death that actually makes 'The One and Only' life affirming.