5 Best K-Dramas Where Love At First Sight Steals The Show: K-Obsessed

5 Best Korean Dramas With Love At First Sight Theme

1. ‘Crash Landing on You’

One of the most popular dramas in recent years, ‘Crash Landing on You’ follows the story of, “A paragliding mishap drops a South Korean heiress in North Korea -- and into the life of an army officer, who decides he will help her hide”, as per Netflix's synopsis. It stars Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin, Seo Ji-hye, and Kim Jung-hyun in lead roles. The moment their eyes meet, there’s an undeniable spark that transcends political boundaries and personal safety. The drama brilliantly captures the excitement of love at first sight with cross-border romance.

2. ‘Goblin’ (Guardian: The Lonely and Great God)

In ‘Goblin’, love at first sight takes on a supernatural twist. It stars Gong Yoo, Kim Go-eun, Lee Dong-wook, Yook Sung-jae, and Yoo In-na in lead roles. The drama features Kim Shin, a goblin cursed with immortality, and Ji Eun-tak, a high school student who can see ghosts and has a special connection to Kim Shin. Their immediate connection and the unfolding love story offer a fresh perspective on the classic theme of love at first sight, blending fantasy with heartfelt romance. It is the seventh highest-rated drama in Korean cable television history.

3. ‘Descendants of the Sun’

Another is a fan favourite Korean drama ‘Descendants of the Sun’, where the concept of love at first sight is portrayed through the beautiful relationship between a captain in the South Korean Army's special forces and a cardiothoracic surgeon. Set against the backdrop of medical and military themes, their first encounter is marked by chemistry and cute moments. The drama stars Song Joong-ki, Song Hye-kyo, Jin Goo, and Kim Ji-won in the lead roles, as per IMDb. The drama not only showcases their immediate connection but also explores how their relationship evolves and deepens as they face numerous challenges together.

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4. ‘Business Proposal’

‘Business Proposal’ is a modern romantic comedy where the secondary couple provides one of the most delightful portrayals of love at first sight. While the primary romance follows the story of a woman who goes on a blind date with her company’s CEO under a false identity, the second lead couple played by Kim Min-kyu, and Seol In-ah, offers an equally charming love story which begins with the first unexpected meeting in front of the convenient store which was love at first sight. Their interactions are filled with humour, heartfelt moments, and swoon-worthy romance. According to Nielsen Korea, the drama ended with an average nationwide rating of 11.4 percent.

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5. ‘Snowdrop’

‘Snowdrop’ stars Jung Hae-in and BLACKPINK Jisoo in the lead roles. The protagonist's love at first sight is against a backdrop of political turmoil. According to IMDb, “Adapted from the handwritten notes of a man who escaped from a political prison camp in North Korea, ‘Snowdrop’ is set against the backdrop of the 1987 Democracy Movement in South Korea”, is the main plot of the story. From their first interaction at the cafe with friends, there’s an undeniable spark between them, despite the secrets and dangers that surround their relationship. The drama beautifully captures how an immediate connection can transcend the most challenging circumstances, blending romance, and action with suspense and political upheaval.

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