K-Obsessed: Past To Present, Top 5 Korean Dramas That Explore Past Life Connections

Korean dramas, known for their captivating storylines and diverse themes, have often delved into the concept of past lives and reincarnation, offering viewers a unique blend of romance, mystery, and historical intrigue. With their compelling narratives and memorable characters, these dramas have gained widespread popularity not only in South Korea but also across the globe. Let's delve into the enchanting world of Korean dramas with past life connections and explore what makes them so captivating.

1. ‘See You in My 19th Life’

‘See You in My 19th Life’ stars Shin Hye-sun and Ahn Bo-hyun in the lead roles. It is based on a webtoon of the same name by writer Lee Hey. As per IMDb, in ‘See You in My 19th Life’, “Ban Ji-eun can remember all her past lives. When her previous life is cut short by a tragic accident, she sets out to reunite with a man named Moon Seo-ha whom she met in her 18th life”. At just 9 years old, Ban Ji-eum finds herself flooded with memories from her past lives, including those of her one true love. However, the challenge of reconnecting with him proves more difficult than expected.

No. of Episodes: 12

Where To Watch: Netflix

2. ‘My Demon’

‘My Demon’ starring Song Kang and Kim Yoo-jung is a popular romantic fantasy K-drama. The drama uncovers the deep, intertwined past of two lovers, when the Demon Gu-won was once a human. Tragedy strikes as Gu-won, known as Yi-sun in his human form, falls in love with the courtesan Wolsim (Do-hee) during the Joseon era. However, their love is marred by fate as Wolsim tragically perishes, leading Yi-sun to take his own life, ultimately transforming him into a Demon. The show was highly loved by the audience worldwide and with its release, it was in the top 10 on Netflix.

No. of Episodes: 16

Where To Watch: Netflix

3. ‘Alchemy of Souls’

Popular historical Korean drama ‘Alchemy of Souls’ stars Lee Jae-wook and Jung So-min in the lead roles featuring two star-crossed lovers on beautiful and interesting journeys. As per IMDb, “Set in a fictional country called Daeho, it is about the love and growth of young mages as they overcome their twisted fates due to a forbidden magic spell known as the "alchemy of souls", which allows souls to switch bodies”. It has two parts. Both parts of this epic K-drama showcase past life connections in a captivating manner.

No. of Episodes: Season 1 has 20 episodes and season 2 has 10 episodes.

Where To Watch: Netflix

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4. ‘Destined With You’

This popular romantic fantasy Korean drama stars Jo Bo-ah and Rowoon. The drama has elements of time travel, past life connections and romance. As per IMDb, ‘Destined With You’, “Follows a successful lawyer who has everything, but who is plagued by a family curse, and turns out that the one who holds the secret to breaking it is the seemingly ordinary civil servant”. But as the story moves ahead little does they know that they also have connected past lives.

No. of Episodes: 16

Where To Watch: Netflix

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5. ‘Goblin: The Lonely And Great God’

Another notable example of a Korean drama with a compelling past life connection is ‘Goblin: The Lonely And Great God’. This fantasy romance tells the story of a goblin cursed to live for eternity and the ordinary woman who holds the key to his salvation. As the drama unfolds, viewers are taken on a journey spanning centuries, as the characters grapple with the consequences of their actions in past lives and strive to find redemption in the present.

No. of Episodes: 16

Where To Watch: Viki and MX Player

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