A story of magic unfolds in the world of Korean dramas, where hearts clash and emotions dance, captivating the hearts of viewers worldwide. One theme stands out above the others among the captivating stories and a lot of emotions: the nuanced transition of childhood friends into lovers. In this article we will tell you about childhood friends to lovers Korean dramas that are worth the watch for their heartwarming and emotional love stories that capture the essence of a true romantic relationship and the struggles faced by two people who have known each other since childhood:
1. ‘Soundtrack’
The ‘Soundtrack’ stars Han So-hee and Park Hyung-sik in the lead roles. It displays one of the most beautiful best friends-turned-lovers stories with captivating music making it a must-watch Korean drama. The series tells the story of two longtime friends who have known each other for 20 years and suddenly start to see each other in a new light after staying in the same house for two weeks. Park Hyung-sik plays Han Sun-woo, a photographer who is warm and kind-hearted but has difficulty expressing his true feelings. Han So-hee plays Lee Eun-soo, a lyricist who is straightforward and honest but also has a hidden side that she doesn't show to anyone.
2. ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo’
‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo’ is a popular rom-com Korean drama starring Nam Joo-hyuk and Lee Sung-kyung in the main roles. This drama is a coming-of-age story that follows the journey of Kim Bok joo, a weightlifter, and her childhood friend, Jung Joon hyung, who is a swimmer. The two friends navigate their way through college, romance, and self-discovery while supporting each other through thick and thin.
3. ‘She Was Pretty’
‘She Was Pretty’ stars Park Seo-joon and Hwang Jung-eum in the main roles. The protagonist of the story is an intern at a Korean fashion firm who was once very attractive and popular but is now suffering and without confidence, meets up with her childhood best friend and pen buddy again; the only difference is that her old overweight friend is now a successful and handsome editor at her fashion magazine. But it is interesting to see how the story unfolds and the truth comes out.
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4. ‘Just Between Lovers’
‘Just Between Lovers’ stars Lee Jun-ho and Won Jin-ah in the main roles. This Korean drama is a heart-wrenching love story (Must-Watch Swoon Worthy Office Romance Korean Dramas) that follows Lee Kang Doo and Ha Moon Soo, two childhood friends who reunite after a tragic event that occurred when they were young. The two go through numerous hardships as they struggle to overcome their past and find happiness together.
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5. ‘Fight for My Way’
Another very popular Korean drama is ‘Fight For My Way’ starring Park Seo-joon and Kim Ji-won in the main roles. The drama is highly praised for its cast, dialogues, and plot. The story revolves around underdogs with ambitious goals who battle to live and pursue success. It also has a very strong long friendship between Ko Dong-man (role played by Park Seo-joon) and Choi Ae-ra (role played by Kim Ji-won), whose youthful dynamic remains the same despite reaching maturity that soon turn into a romantic relationship.
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