New K-Dramas 2025: Top Titles Everyone Is Talking About

The first half of 2025 has delivered a steady stream of Korean dramas, spanning diverse genres and drawing in global viewership. With sequels, original thrillers, and heartfelt tales, viewers have a wide range of stories to explore. Here's a curated list of the most notable Korean dramas released in 2025 so far:

1. When Life Gives You Tangerines

Launched on Netflix in March, the series tells the story of Oh Ae Sun and Yang Gwan Sik, tracing their bond from childhood to later years in Jeju. Based on true events, the drama stars IU and Park Bo Gum and is directed by Kim Won Suk.

2. Our Unwritten Seoul

This narrative follows identical twins Yu Mi-Ji and Yu Mi-Rae as they exchange lives and discover contrasting realities. Park Bo Young takes on both roles. Directed by Park Shin Woo, the drama is currently streaming on Netflix.

3. Nine Puzzles

A suspense-driven title on Disney+, Nine Puzzles centers on Yi Na, a profiler investigating her uncle's long-unsolved murder. Suspected in the past, she now works with detective Han Saem. Lead roles are played by Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku.

4. Mercy For None

This Netflix series follows a reformed gangster drawn back into the underworld after his brother’s violent death. The story examines loyalty and revenge. So Ji Sub leads a cast that includes Huh Joon Ho and Gong Myung.

5. Tastefully Yours

A romantic comedy available on Netflix, the drama features a wealthy heir and a determined chef managing a restaurant in Jeonju. Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si portray the main characters. Directed by Park Dan Hee.

6. Weak Hero Class 2

Following the first season's events, this sequel highlights the challenges faced by Sin Eun at a new school. Conflict brews between peers and a local gang. Directed by Yoo Soo Min and produced by Kim Jin Seok, the series stars Park Ji Hoon and Ryeoun.

7. The Potato Lab

Set in a rural lab, a researcher and a company director cross paths in an evolving dynamic. Lee Sun Bin and Kang Tae Oh star in this enemies-to-lovers tale, directed by Kang Il So. Available on Netflix.

8. Karma

This crime-centered drama intertwines the lives of individuals linked by a fateful event. Their pursuits lead to mutual downfall. The Netflix series features Park Hae Soo, Shin Min A, and Lee Kwang Soo. Directed by Lee Il Hyung.

9. Resident Playbook

A continuation from the Hospital Playlist universe, this medical drama depicts the experiences of four OB-GYN residents at Yulje Medical Centre. Go Youn Jung and Kang You Seok head the ensemble cast. Streaming on Netflix.

10. The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call

A companion to Resident Playbook, this drama focuses on a trauma center’s revival through the efforts of an experienced doctor and a rookie. Ju Ji Hoon and Choo Young Woo headline this Netflix original.