K-dramas have captured the hearts of global audiences with their rich storytelling, emotional resonance, and magnetic performances. Countries such as Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, China, Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, and India have officially remade numerous hit Korean dramas over the years. These adaptations into local languages and cultural contexts highlight how their core themes: love, redemption, identity, and healing are universally relatable.
Here are ten beloved K-drama hits that were officially remade in foreign languages:
Marry My Husband
The revenge-romance webtoon-based drama 'Marry My Husband’ recently received a Japanese remake, premiering on June 27, 2025. Starring Takeru Satoh and Fuka Koshiba, the adaptation reimagines the drama for Japanese audiences.
It’s Okay To Not Be Okay
This psychological healing drama was adapted in the Philippines, airing on Kapamilya Channel from July 21, 2025. With streaming access on Netflix and iWant, the remake brings mental health and emotional healing narratives to a broader Southeast Asian audience.
Business Proposal
The beloved office romance was remade by Hong Kong’s ViuTV, starring Mirror members Anson Lo and Edan Lui, premiering on November 27, 2023.
An Indonesian film adaptation was released on February 6, 2025, showcasing its cinematic appeal. A Chinese remake is also in production.
Signal
The time-travel crime thriller classic ‘Signal' has seen multiple remakes:
Japan (2018): 'Signal' starred the star Kentaro Sakaguchi.
China (2019): ‘Unknown Number'
Thailand (2023): ‘23:23’
India (2024): ‘Gyaarah Gyaarah'
Secret Garden
This fantasy rom-com hit got a Chinese film adaptation in 2012, starring Wallace Chung, Tan Weiwei, and Kangta, a popular member of the veteran K-pop boy band H.O.T.
A Thai TV remake followed in 2016, featuring Ananda Everingham and Pimchanok Luevisadpaibul.
Coffee Prince
This gender-bending romance has seen numerous remakes, with each adaptation reimagining the story of love and identity through diverse cultural lenses:
Thailand (2012): ‘Coffee Prince Thai’
Philippines (2012): ‘Coffee Prince’
Taiwan (2012): ‘Happy Michelin Kitchen’
Malaysia (2017): ‘My Coffee Prince’
China (2018): ‘Prince Coffee Lab’
My Love from the Star
This iconic hit series featuring an alien-human love story received remakes in:
Philippines (2017): 'My Love From the Star'
Thailand (2019): ‘My Love from Another Star’ with Nadech Kugimiya
Japan (2022): Amazon Prime remake starring Mizuki Yamamoto and Sota Fukushi
Autumn in My Heart
One of the OG Hallyu wave dramas, ‘Autumn in My Heart’ is a beloved melodrama that has been remade across many countries:
Indonesia (2005): ‘Demi Cinta’
Philippines (2010): ‘Endless Love’
Thailand (2013): ‘Autumn in My Heart’
Turkey (2014): ‘Paramparça’
China (2019): ‘Autumn Fairy Tale’ starring stars Zhou Lusi and Xu Kai
Malaysia (2023): ‘Luruhnya Bunga Cinta’
Saudi Arabia (2024): ‘Autumn of the Heart’
Russia (2018): ‘Oskolki’
Temptation of Wife
The tale of betrayal and revenge was remade across countries, emphasising the drama’s enduring appeal across cultures.
China: ‘The Temptation to Go Home’
Philippines (2012–2013): 'Temptation of Wife’
Vietnam (2015): ‘Ngoại tình với vợ’
Malaysia (2022): ‘Dendam Seorang Isteri’
Full House
One of the most beloved early Korean rom-coms, ‘Full House’ was adapted globally, with each remake retaining the signature mix of misunderstandings, cohabitation, and unexpected love.
Philippines (2009): ‘Full House’
Vietnam (2009): ‘Ngôi nhà hạnh phúc’
Thailand (2014): ‘Full House’
Pakistan (2017): ‘Yeh Raha Dil’
Malaysia (2018): ‘My Fullhouse: Alamatnya Cinta’
China (2020): ‘Midsummer is Full of Love’
Turkey (2015): ‘İlişki Durumu: Karışık’
Have you seen any of these remakes, and how did they compare to the originals? Let us know in the comment section below!
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