While it's still early in 2024, there are many exciting K-dramas that have already premiered or are highly anticipated for their release. Here are 10 promising K-dramas to keep an eye on:
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- A Killer Paradox (Netflix): Premiered on February 9th, this drama is a dark comedy mystery thriller about a female detective who teams up with a genius murderer to solve a series of killings. Starring Uhm Ji-won and Kim Hyun-joo.
- Doctor Slump (Netflix): Premiered on January 27th, this medical drama tells the story of a talented surgeon who loses his passion for medicine after a tragic incident. He regains his purpose when he starts working at a rural hospital. Starring Ji Chang-wook and Lee Sung-kyung.
- The Bequeathed (Netflix): Premiered on January 19th, this drama is a family thriller about a woman who inherits a mysterious antique shop from her grandfather. She soon discovers that the shop is connected to a hidden world of magic and secrets. Starring Han Ji-min and Park Sung-hoon.
- A Shop For Killers (Disney+): Premiered on January 17th, this dark comedy follows a mysterious shop that grants wishes for a price. It's based on a popular webtoon and stars Sehun (EXO) and Nam Ji-hyun.
- Flex X Cop: This crime drama stars Ahn Bo-hyun as a third-generation chaebol heir who becomes a detective. He teams up with a veteran detective (Park Ji-hyun) to solve crimes. The drama is expected to be released in 2024.
- Long Time No Sex (LTNS): This drama has a bold title and an interesting premise. It follows a married couple who haven't been intimate in five years. The drama explores themes of love, desire, and communication in relationships. Starring Esom and Ahn Jae-hong. The drama is expected to be released in 2024.
- The Trunk (Netflix): This mystery drama stars Gong Yoo as a man who discovers a mysterious trunk that washes ashore on a lake. The trunk leads him to a series of strange encounters and secrets. The drama is expected to be released in 2024.
- Second seasons of popular shows: 2024 is expected to see the return of some popular K-dramas with new seasons. These include "All of Us Are Dead" (Netflix), "Squid Game" (Netflix), and "Hospital Playlist" (tvN).
It's important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and there are many other great K-dramas that are sure to be released in 2024. To find the best K-dramas for you, consider your preferred genres, actors, and themes. You can also check out reviews and recommendations from other K-drama fans.7