K-dramas about celebrity romances have long captivated viewers by showing love stories unfolding behind the dazzling spotlight and the struggles that come with it. Whether it's an idol falling for an ordinary person, a top actor hiding vulnerability, or two stars navigating the pressures of public life, these dramas let us peek into a world where love must fight through scandals, secrets, and flashing cameras.
Here are ten captivating K-dramas that explore the glittering, chaotic, and heartfelt world of celebrity romance:
My Love From The Star
‘My Love From The Star’ follows Do Min Joon, an alien who has lived on Earth for centuries, and Cheon Song Yi, a top Hallyu actress. Their unexpected romance, sprinkled with sci-fi elements and witty humour, captivated the viewers and made Kim Soo Hyun and Jun Ji Hyun household names.
Doona!
Suzy’s comeback drama tells the story of a retired idol who moves into a share house and meets a college student. As layers of loneliness and vulnerability of an idol life unfold, ‘Doona!’ portrays how love can blossom in the most unexpected corners of life.
Record of Youth
Following the lives of young models turned actors fighting to make it big, ‘Record of Youth’ shines a light on how fame complicates love. Park Bo Gum and Park So Dam’s chemistry, set against the backdrop of auditions, photo shoots, and family struggles, touched the hearts of the audiences.
So I Married an Anti-Fan
Imagine being forced into a reality show with your biggest critic! ‘So I Married an Anti-Fan’ is a fun and chaotic rom-com centred on a top idol and a magazine reporter-turned-anti-fan, blending humour and genuine emotion as love slowly grows between unlikely partners.
Shooting Stars
A behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment world, ‘Shooting Stars’ follows the PR team that manages scandal control and media rumours. At its heart is a love story between a top star and the PR team leader, exploring how love survives under constant public scrutiny.
Uncontrollably Fond
Heartbreaking and beautiful, ‘Uncontrollably Fond’ pairs a superstar singer-actor and a documentary producer who share a painful past. As old wounds resurface, they find solace in each other even as fame, illness, and fate threaten to tear them apart.
The Beauty Inside
‘The Beauty Inside’ follows Han Se Gye, a famous actress with a secret that each month for a week, her appearance changes to a different person. Her relationship with Seo Do Jae, a brilliant airline executive with prosopagnosia, explores themes of acceptance, trust, and loving someone just the way they are.
Touch Your Heart
When a disgraced actress goes undercover as a secretary to research for a role, romance sparks with the perfectionist lawyer she works for. Featuring Lee Dong Wook and Yoo In Na, the sweet rom-com ‘Touch Your Heart’ is a favourite among K-drama fans.
Full House
One of the OG contract relationship classics, ‘Full House’ stars Song Hye Kyo and Rain. It tells the story of an aspiring scriptwriter who accidentally ends up living with a famous actor. Despite clashing personalities and constant bickering, love grows unexpectedly under one roof.
The Accidental Couple
When a famous actress’s reputation is threatened, she convinces an ordinary post office worker to pretend to be her husband. This heartwarming story shows how genuine affection can blossom beyond status and celebrity facades.
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