Best Manhwas That Got Adapted Into K-Dramas

Numerous captivating Manhwa have successfully debuted in the K-drama world, effortlessly transforming their art panels into real-life screens. Creations like the heartwarming romance of Extraordinary You to the heavy subjects of Daily Dose Of Sunshine captured viewers' attention all around the world and left their mark on the market.

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These K-dramas adaptations may deviate from the original Manhwa plot to highlight rich storytelling and cultural differences, providing a fun and educational experience for fans worldwide.

Updated on May 18, 2024, by Nahda Nabiilah: Some adaptations skillfully translate the vibrant Manhwa pages and well-written narratives onto the screen, captivating viewers with diverse characters and inviting Manhwa readers to further explore Korean culture. Each adaptation brings its own unique charm, exciting events, and plot to the table, offering a fun and one-of-a-kind experience. Fans of K-dramas and Manhwa alike are equally drawn to the characters' dynamic portrayal and the imaginative worlds behind these creations. Through these adaptations, Manhwa continues to leave an undeniable mark on the Korean drama culture.

10 What's Wrong With Secretary Kim?

Based On: Why Secretary Kim By Jung Kyung-Yoon

In What's Wrong With Secretary Kim?, Lee Young-Joon is a highly successful young CEO, who seems to have it all, from success, wealth, attractiveness, and attention. One day, when his secretary decides to resign for unknown reasons, his life turns upside down and secretary Kim becomes all he can think about.

Determined to keep her by his side, Young-Joon embarks on a quest to persuade her to stay and even offers to marry her. To Young-Joon, secretary Kim is someone who comprehends his every need, oddity, and individuality. As Young-Joon navigates this journey, he begins to get closer to secretary Kim and uncover deeper connections between himself and their unique relationship.

9 Itaewon Class

Based On: Itaewon Class By Jo Gwang Jin

Park Saeroyi's life turns upside down after he loses his dream of becoming a police officer and then tragically loses his father. This happens when he is expelled from school for punching the bully, who happens to be Jang Geun-Won. The bully is well-protected by the teachers and the school due to his father’s influence and wealth. Saeroyi, driven by a sense of injustice, grief, and loss, assaults Geun-Won and ends up in prison.

After serving his sentence, Saeroyi is determined to make his father’s dream come true. He opens a pub named "DanBam" in Itaewon as part of his 15-year plan to build success and wealth. Now, he has to navigate the challenges of achieving success alongside his newly acquired manager and staff in Itaewon Class.

8 The Uncanny Counter

Based On: Amazing Rumor By Jang Yi

One day, So Mun inherits the power of a Counter mysteriously and now has to demolish evil spirits alongside Do Ha Na, Ga Mo Tak, Chu Mae Ok, and Choi Jang Mool in The Uncanny Counter. The group runs a well-known noodle shop and trains daily to catch demons that have returned to Earth in pursuit of eternal life.

Do Ha Na can sense the locations of evil spirits no matter how far they are, Ga Mo Tak possesses incredible strength, Chu Mae Ok is the group's healer, and Choi Jang Mool is the oldest and richest Counter. Together, they must survive and uncover the hidden truth behind their acquired mystical superpowers.

7 Tomorrow

Based On: Tomorrow By Llama

Following Junwung’s fall off a bridge while trying to save someone, he slips into a coma in Tomorrow. Upon waking up, he discovers that only his soul is stuck between the dead and alive worlds, and then he receives a job offer from the director at Jumadeung to become a Grim Reaper.

This one-of-a-kind opportunity shortens Junwung’s coma from three years to six months and ensures his success in a job interview or an exam after he wakes up. Later on, he chooses to join the Risk Management Team alongside Goo Ryeon and Lim Ryung-gu, dedicating their time to saving individuals on the brink of suicide and aiding them in overcoming their traumas and fears.

6 Extraordinary You

Based On: July Found By Chance By Moo Ryuyee

Eun Dan Oh’s life takes a surreal turn when she realizes she’s a mere side character in a Manhwa, her life scripted and controlled. Determined to break free and survive her lifelong heart condition, she challenges the author's written lines.

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She rejects being forced into an engagement born out of pity, as she dreams of genuine love. Alongside Haru, a background character with no defined role but to fill the Manhwa’s backdrop, they go on an unexpected and heartfelt journey as they strive to alter their destinies as extra characters.

5 Perfect Marriage Revenge

Based On: Perfect Marriage Revenge By Lee Beom-Bae

Perfect Marriage Revenge is a revenge drama that conveys Han Yi Joo's feelings of betrayal after she discovers her fiancé's infidelity and faces her family’s hostility. A car accident takes her back to the past, encouraging her to rewrite her destiny and escape her toxic household.

During her revenge quest, Han Yi Joo forges a strategic alliance with Seo Do Guk, her sister’s love interest and the grandson of the Taeja Group’s founder. Their contract marriage helps Yi Joo in seeking revenge and Do Guk desires to genuinely gain Yi Joo's love and trust.

4 A Business Proposal

Based On: The Office Blind Date By Haehwa

Shin Ha-Ri’s and Kang Tae-Moo’s destinies become entwined when Ha-Ri pretends to be Tae-Moo’s blind date to chase him away from her friend’s side. As the K-drama progresses, the two leads enter into a contractual marriage to fulfill Tae-Moo’s grandfather’s request and aid Ha-Ri financially.

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A Business Proposal is a light-hearted Rom-Com, filled with humor radiating from the main leads, side characters, and extras dynamic. The K-drama's perfect cast benefits the series as they embody their designated roles. The cast’s dynamic and precise character portrayal ensures a flawless translation of the Manhwa’s original scenes into the K-drama screen, ensuring viewers' enjoyment.

3 Strangers From Hell

Based On: Strangers From Hell By Kim Yong-Ki

Strangers From Hell is a psychological thriller that follows Yoon Jong Woo’s story as he relocates from the countryside to Seoul after a job offer. He chooses the budget-friendly Eden Gosiwon Hostel, despite its weird ambiance and residents. Later on, strange events begin to unfold as the protagonist investigates the truth behind his fellow residents’ strange behavior and the mysterious sounds that prevent him from sleeping. Each episode is a rollercoaster of plot twists, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats with the unexpected turn of events.

2 All of Us Are Dead

Based On: All Of Us Are Dead By Joo Dong-Geun

All of Us Are Dead unfolds within Hyosan High School, where students face a deadly Zombie virus outbreak. The cause of the apocalypse is the science teacher, Mr. Lee, whose misguided attempt to protect his outcast son results in discourteous events.

The outbreak starts when Hyeon-Ju, bitten by a lab rat, infects the school’s nurse. This event triggers the biting between teachers and students, resulting in the Zombie virus outbreak inside and outside the school grounds. Amid the chaos, the high school students must unite and face various challenges to survive and find a way to get to the safe zone.

1 Daily Dose Of Sunshine

Based On: Morning Comes To Psychiatric Wards By Lee Ra-Ha

Daily Dose Of Sunshine takes place in a neuropsychiatry setting, following Jung Da Eun's growth as a nurse alongside her colleagues. As she learns to navigate her newly assigned role, the K-drama provides a touching exploration of the profound influence of mental health and raises awareness about it. The drama dives into numerous mental health conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, Pseudodementia, and Schizophrenia.

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