From My Secret Romance To Jugglers: A Binge-Worthy List Of 5 Captivating Korean CEO Dramas

K-dramas cater to a wide array of themes for the audience's diverse preferences, encompassing even some of the most exceptional ones centred around romances with bosses. Spanning suspenseful narratives, gripping thrillers, and immensely beloved love tales, K-dramas encapsulate a range of genres. Although not everyone might openly acknowledge it, stories revolving around romantic entanglements with CEO’s are a source of indulgence. Below, we present a compilation of the five most enthralling Korean CEO dramas that undoubtedly deserve a spot on your binge-watching list.

1. ‘Jugglers’

In 2017, a surge of boss-employee relationship K-dramas (highest rated korean dramas) captivated viewers, and 'Jugglers' was no exception. This series explores the intricacies of a workplace romance, featuring Jwa Yoon-Yi (played by Baek Jin-Hee), an unwaveringly devoted secretary. Her career takes an unexpected turn when her boss's wife accuses her of having an affair with him. On the flip side, Nam Chi-Won (portrayed by Daniel Choi) assumes the role of managing director at Yoon-Yi's company, with her becoming his secretary.

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Chi-Won grapples with childhood trauma, rendering him emotionally detached from social interactions. However, an incident where Yoon-Yi gets drunk at a dinner event leads to a revelation: she lives in the place where his trauma originated. Spotting a 'tenant wanted' sign on her door, he decides to become her neighbour, embarking on a journey to confront his past. You can watch this K-drama on Viki.

2. ‘Secret Garden’

'Secret Garden' revolves around Ra-im, a skilled and self-sufficient stuntwoman. Her life takes a twist when she is mistakenly identified as the actress she was doubling for, leading to an encounter with Joo-won, spoiled CEO of a department store. Acting on the request of his famous musician cousin, Oska, Joo-won escorts Ra-im to a hotel to prevent any potential leaks about their association. However, it becomes evident to Oska that Joo-won has chosen the wrong woman. Despite this, Joo-won becomes immediately enamoured with Ra-im. His infatuation drives him to locate her when she wins a trip to Jeju Island with Oska, someone she's always admired. This captivating K-drama is available for streaming on Netflix.

3. ‘My Secret Romance’

What unfolds when a chance encounter reunites two individuals three years after a one-night stand? To complicate matters further, the man turns out to be your new boss. In one of the most captivating K-dramas centred on a romance with one's CEO, Lee Yoo-Mi (portrayed by Song Ji-Eun) grapples with self-doubt but finds herself compelled to attend her mother's wedding. It's there that she crosses paths with Cha Jin-Wook (played by Sung Hoon).

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Initially, their interactions are less than friendly, but soon, a potent attraction ignites, leading to a passionate night together. Several years later, fate intervenes as she is hired to be his nutritionist. Jin-Wook, profoundly changed by their earlier encounter, has since taken over his father's company but has never forgotten Yoo-mi. He embarks on a mission to woo her and elicit her true feelings. This enthralling K-drama is available for streaming on Netflix.

4. ‘Lucky Romance’

'Lucky Romance' promises viewers a hearty dose of humour with its peculiar twists and turns. The story centres on Shim Bo-Nui (played by Hwang Jung-Eum), a 26-year-old woman who is excessively superstitious, convinced that bad luck dogs her every step. She takes extraordinary precautions and even seeks advice from a shaman to help her sister. In a bizarre turn of events, she believes that sleeping with a man born in the year of the tiger can save her. She soon meets a CEO and genius game developer who happens to fit her criteria, but their clashing personalities set the stage for hilarious scenarios. Despite the odds, Shim Bo-Nui is determined to win her boss's heart to save her sister. You can enjoy this laughter-filled K-drama on Viki.

5. ‘What's Wrong With Secretary Kim’

‘What's Wrong With Secretary Kim’ is a charming K-drama centred on Mi-so, an exceptionally capable secretary to Young-joon, the seemingly competent but inept vice president of a family company. After enduring nine years of arrogant behaviour, Mi-so decides to quit abruptly, leaving Young-joon in a state of desperation. Realising her irreplaceable role in his life, Young-joon embarks on a quest to win her back. However, Mi-so, now enjoying her newfound freedom and growing closer to Young-joon's brother, proves to be a tough nut to crack. You can watch this K-drama on Netflix (Netflix august release).

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