BTS' Top Picks: Must-Watch Korean Dramas For Every BTS ARMY

Korean dramas have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with their charming characters, exciting plots, and cultural richness. From romance and comedy to mystery and fantasy, K-dramas offers a diverse range of genres to suit every viewer's taste.

As global ambassadors of Korean culture, the members of BTS, one of the world's biggest boy bands, have shared their love for K-dramas and recommended several noteworthy titles during various media interviews and Weverse LIve sessions with their fandom known as ARMY. Here are some of the K-dramas that are a must-watch by BTS that every ARMY should check out and add to your watchlist:

1. BTS V - ‘Itaewon Class’

‘Itaewon Class’ is a popular K-drama that follows the journey of Park Sae-ro-yi, a young ex-convict with a strong sense of justice, as he sets out to achieve his dream of building a successful restaurant business in the bustling district of Itaewon. Featuring themes of perseverance, friendship, and social justice, this drama resonated with audiences for its compelling narrative and dynamic characters. The drama stars Park Seo-joon one of V's best friends from his Wooga Squad. He has even sung an OST for this drama called ‘Sweet Night’.

2. BTS J-Hope - ‘Crash Landing on You’

‘Crash Landing on You’ is a romantic comedy-drama that tells the story of a South Korean heiress who accidentally crash-lands in North Korea while paragliding. There, she meets an elite North Korean officer, and their unlikely romance unfolds against the backdrop of political tensions and cultural differences. With its heartwarming storyline and stellar performances, this drama became a global phenomenon, captivating audiences with its charm, plot, and humour. On one of J-Hope’s birthday on Weverse Live, the rapper shared that he liked this K-drama very much.

3. BTS RM - ‘Sweet Home’

Namjoon's K-drama recommendations: Sweet Home and Dear My Friends

— BTS Charts & Translations (@charts_k) January 19, 2021

‘Sweet Home’, a popular drama starring Song Kang, has recently made its return with Season 2 on Netflix in 2023, gaining further acclaim as a K-drama recommended by BTS. During a live session with fans, RM expressed his fondness for the show. ‘Sweet Home’ follows the journey of a young man who shifts to an apartment complex with the intention of ending his life, only to alter his plans when a monstrous virus attacks the city. Alongside his neighbours, he tries to navigate the apocalypse and secure their survival.

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4. BTS V - ‘Squid Game’

‘Squid Game’ is one of the most popular Korean dramas released in 2021 and is BTS V's aka Kim Taehyung's favourite drama. He donned the guard’s costume during BTS’ Permission To Dance performance in LA. As per IMDb ‘Squid Game’ is about “Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits with deadly high stakes: a survival game that has a whopping 45.6 billion-won prize at stake.”

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5. BTS Jungkook - ‘Hotel Del Luna’

BTS' Jungkook sent coffee and food trucks to Yeo Jin Goo in Hotel Del Luna filming set 💜☕ pic.twitter.com/MAaLebXDxF

— erlinzhang 🪽 (@erlinzhang) April 8, 2019

Another K-drama, ‘Hotel Del Luna’, is recommended by BTS JK. It is a fantasy horror romance Korean drama centred around a mysterious hotel for ghosts and spirits. When the elite hotelier becomes the hotel's new manager, he becomes entangled in the supernatural world and discovers the secrets of his past. Featuring stunning visuals, intricate storytelling, and memorable characters, ‘Hotel Del Luna’ captivated audiences with its unique premise and emotional depth. JK being a big fan of IU and a close friend of Yeo Jin goo (the main lead of the K-drama) likes this drama very much. He even sent coffee and food trucks to Yeo Jin Goo in the Hotel Del Luna filming set.

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