Best of K-Dramas you can watch with your family

There will always be a particular time between you binge-watching your favourite show and your parents saying, "What are you always watching that makes you clingy with the monitor 24/7?" but you can't answer nevertheless. Well, what if you can binge-watch K-dramas with your family?

Why would one go for K-dramas with so many options left?

It's a no-brainer how important family time is. Family time makes us feel loved, understood, happy and stronger. And what can be a more relaxing way to spend family time than watching K-dramas?

Below inserted shows (also available in Hindi) are rich in captivating plots, laughing gas, waterworks and some heart-touching scenes which can bring families together like never before.

Reply 1988

They were starting with the cult classic "Reply 1988", which revolves around a tight-knit neighbourhood in Ssangmundong back in the '80s. It is a heartwarming story of five neighbourhood families fully packed with how they grew up, fell in love, faced challenges, and the strong bonds between parents and children.

Their innocence will not only make you laugh at them, or the old outfits and gadgets will give you time travel, but some warming scenes will make you grab tissues.

Twinkling Watermelon

What would It be like if you could hang out with your teenage period? "Twinkling Watermelon", a 2023 time travel drama, starts when Eun Gyeol, a CODA (Child of Deaf Adult), goes back to the 1990s and meets his parents.

His confused father, Yi Chan from the 90's, obviously won't accept him as his son, and hence Eun joins his father's band, reunites his parents and returns to 2020.

Hi, Bye Mama

Moving on with Hi, Bye Mama, which will tug at your heartstrings and make you grab your tissue paper as this heartwarming drama offers life lessons about family, love, loss, forgiveness, and, most importantly bond between a mother and her child.

Well, the story starts when a mother passes away but somehow gets a second chance as a ghost to return to her family to spend more time with them. Spooky, right? No, it's actually sweet and funny.

Welcome to Samdal-ri

Have you ever dreamt of how it would feel like to live on an island? Welcome to Samdal-ri gives us a tour of a small village where life moves a little slower and where people care for each other.

This show emphasizes community, kindness and family bonding, making it a perfect pick for family quality time. Not only does it teach happiness doesn't quintessentially come from grand achievements, but also the picturesque scenery will make you crave a family outing.

Rocket Boys

Families who love sports drama can pick Rocket Boys. The retro vibe and adorable characters make this a quality watch. The storyline revolves around a pack of high schoolers who join a badminton team, and with time going on, you will literally root for their underdog team.

This drama sheds light on teamwork, friendship and the motto of never giving up. It is the perfect inspirational, fun moment that will make everyone cheer for them.

Father is Strange

Well, though this drama has a whopping 52 episodes, it's like peeking into another family's living room. It starts when an unexpected arrival claims to be a long-lost son of the Lee family, a family of six.

Their lives totally go upside down, facing challenges and conflict, but eventually, they learn the meaning of family bonding and love. This story is full of twists, humour and touching moments that can resonate with audiences of all ages.

Miss Granny

Miss Granny is a movie but given the plot, this deserves to be on this list. It's about a granny who magically turns into her 20 year-old-self. Watching her struggle to fit in with young people or watching her learn things about herself and her family makes it a good watch bombarded with humour and life lessons. This will make you run to your grandparents to learn more about their youth.   

Be With You

This tear-jerker tells the heartwarming story of a mother who dies, leaving her husband and son, but things get spicy when she comes back to life during the rainy season.

But she doesn't have any previous memories. Three of them are happy together, but she has to go back when the rainy season ends and will make you grab your tissue box.

Well, there's a K-Drama out there for everyone, whether you are looking for a family drama, lighthearted comedy or tear-jerker. So, grab your favourite flavour of popcorn, gather your family and start binge-watching these dramas.

The best part? You guys can have some inside jokes, learn a few Korean words and recipes and create fun memories to reminisce later.

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