Want to get your K-drama fix while flying on Singapore Airlines? Or are you looking for laughs from Korean variety shows? You’re in luck — we’ve got fantastic offerings to keep you entertained.

K-dramas had a bad rep in the ’00s. Often dismissed as soapy trash back then, they were frequently the stuff of parody. But they’ve come a long way since then and are now firmly entrenched in global pop culture. K-dramas are no longer consigned to the romance genre; now, they span everything from thrillers and melodramas to good ol’ rom-coms.

For those who are swept up in the hallyu craze, catch these K-dramas and variety shows on KrisWorld — they will draw you in with their unique blend of compelling characters and riveting premises.

The Witch

This haunting, slow-burning mystery blends romance and folklore with a modern twist.

Lee Dong-jin (Park Jin-young), a data analyst burdened by guilt, reconnects with his enigmatic classmate Park Mi-jeong (Roh Jeong-eui) — a woman rumoured to bring death to every man who loves her. Ostracised and branded as cursed, Mi-jeong hides from the world until Dong-jin risks everything to uncover the truth and redeem her name.

With its moody visuals, strong performances, and swoony love story that challenges prejudice, The Witch is an addictive, emotional tale you’ll want to binge under dim lights.

KCON JAPAN 2025

KCON JAPAN 2025 isn’t just a concert; it’s the ultimate celebration of K-culture. A full-blown festival of fandom featuring live stages, panels, meet-and-greets, and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations, this event is a must-watch for those swept up in hallyu fever.

Witness idols like ZEROBASEONE, YENA, tripleS, TAEMIN, and Kep1er ignite the stage with spectacular performances. Whether you’re there for your stans, the choreography, or the community, KCON JAPAN is pure K-pop joy — a reminder of why you fell in love with it all in the first place.

Whenever Possible

Need a happiness boost? Whenever Possible is the feel-good variety show that turns everyday encounters into small celebrations.

The format is simple but uplifting: Hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok drop in on ordinary people during their small slivers of free time, playing games, spreading smiles, and surprising them with gifts. Featuring ‘Gap Friends’ guests who up the fun, every episode radiates warmth and spontaneity.

Earnest and entertaining, Whenever Possible is a gentle reminder that joy can show up, well, whenever possible.

The Art of Negotiation

Yoon Joo-no (Lee Je-hoon) isn’t your average suit-and-tie exec — he’s a legendary dealmaker called in when Sanin Group teeters on the verge of financial collapse. He leads a dream team: Oh Soon-young (Kim Dae-myung), a razor-sharp lawyer with an eagle eye for the fine print; Kwak Min-jeong (Ahn Hyun-ho), a finance guru quietly doing the behind-the-scenes math; and eager intern Choi Jin-su (Cha Kang-yoon), the baby of the team.

The show mines drama out of boardroom machinations. Negotiation here is a battlefield: Deals clash with ethics, and ambition rubs up against loyalty. Joo-no’s icy calm in the boardroom cracks only when loyalty and integrity are involved.

Director Ahn Pan-seok and writer Lee Seung-young balance sleek visuals and corporate polish with messy emotional stakes. Sharp, stylish, and surprisingly affecting, The Art of Negotiation is perfect for anyone who loves business drama with bite.

Undercover High School

What’s tougher than chasing criminals? High school, apparently.

When disgraced National Intelligence Service (NIS) agent Jung Hae-seong (Seo Kang-joon) gets demoted, he’s thrown back into action with a bizarre assignment: go undercover as a teenager to track down a stash of Joseon-era gold bars hidden … in a high school.

Between dodging suspicious classmates, navigating cafeteria politics, and keeping a straight face in gym class, Hae-song has his hands full. Things get even trickier when his homeroom teacher, Su-a (Jin Ki-joo), starts noticing he looks an awful lot like her first love.

Blending sharp comedy, unexpected romance, and just the right dose of absurdity, Undercover High School proves that surviving secret missions is easy compared to surviving school.

Running Man

Who knew outrunning your friends could become a global phenomenon? Running Man, South Korea’s longest-running variety show, has been sprinting strong since 2010 — and it shows no signs of slowing down. With over 750 episodes under its belt, this chaotic, laugh-out-loud series has redefined entertainment, one ridiculous mission at a time.

Led by comedy king Yoo Jae-suk and beloved castmates like Haha, Song Ji-hyo, and Kim Jong-kook, the crew tackles wild challenges everywhere from Seoul’s bustling streets to landmarks across the globe. Think spy games, slapstick chases, star-studded guests, and the kind of over-the-top antics only Running Man can pull off.

Fifteen years in and still going strong, the show remains a masterclass in mayhem, heart, and hilarity. It’s not just running — it’s soaring.

The Tale of Lady Ok

In The Tale of Lady Ok, nothing is quite as it seems. By day, Ok Tae-yeong (Lim Ji-yeon) is the perfect Joseon noblewoman. But in reality? She’s Goo Deok — a former slave with a sharp mind, a hidden past, and a knack for justice. When fate (and a case of mistaken identity) lands her in Lady Ok’s shoes, she doesn’t just keep up the act — she takes charge.

Unlike other dramas that slow-burn their secrets, Lady Ok flips the script early. Goo Deok confesses her true identity to Lady Ok’s grandmother … who, in a surprising twist, urges her to carry on the masquerade and take down the powerful men responsible for the real Lady Ok’s death.

Inspired by the 1607 classic Legend of Yoo-yeon and real-life Joseon crime cases, this bold period drama pairs courtroom thrills with a heroine who rewrites her fate. With heaps of praise for Lim’s layered performance, The Tale of Lady Ok isn’t just another sageuk (Korean historical drama) — it’s a genre-defier.

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