K-Obsessed: 5 Korean Dramas Where BTS Gets A Sweet Shoutout

In recent years, Korean dramas have taken the world by storm, captivating audiences with their compelling storylines, dynamic characters, and breathtaking cinematography. Simultaneously, the global phenomenon of BTS, the seven-member South Korean boy band, has surged to unprecedented heights, dominating charts, breaking records, and redefining the landscape of popular music. Let's take a look at the popular K-dramas where BTS receives a notable mention, showcasing the band's widespread influence on both domestic and international audiences.

1. ‘Crash Landing on You’

This romantic drama tells the story of a South Korean heiress who accidentally crash-lands in North Korea and falls in love with an elite North Korean army officer. In this drama, the main lead unexpectedly finds herself in North Korea, where she meets a woman who is a BTS fan, also known as an ARMY. As listening to K-pop songs is illegal in North Korea, the main lead takes the risk and engages in a conversation with a woman in a wheelchair, discussing BTS. This highlights BTS's status as a global cultural phenomenon transcending geographical boundaries.

2. ‘Business Proposal’

“The handsome man who looks like Jungkook.”#BusinessProposal
pic.twitter.com/iQKFKZe6OD

— BTS PICS⁷ GOLDEN (@GirlWithLuv_24) March 31, 2022

As per Netflix the plot of the story is, “In disguise as her friend, Ha-ri shows up to a blind date to scare him away. But plans go awry when he turns out to be her CEO - and makes a proposal.” Korean drama ‘Business Proposal’ was one of the most-watched K-dramas that was released in 2022 on Netflix. In one episode of this drama, a character compared another's visuals to those of Jungkook.

Also, during an office dinner outing, one of the characters was seen dancing to BTS hits ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Blood Sweat and Tears’.

3. ‘Vincenzo’

In one of the early episodes of Korean drama ‘Vincenzo’, a taxi driver shares his concerns about criminals posing as taxi drivers to drug passengers and steal their valuables. He emphasises that such actions are especially harmful given the efforts of prominent figures like Bong Joon-Ho, the Grammy award-winning director of Parasite, and the globally renowned group BTS, who are working hard to enhance the country's reputation. As per IMDb, the plot of the drama revolves around, “During a visit to his motherland, a Korean-Italian Mafia lawyer gives an unrivaled conglomerate a taste of its own medicine with a side of justice.”

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4. ‘Queen of Tears’

BTS was mentioned in the popular kdrama "Queen of tears":

👩: "You remind me of myself in the past. I was like you before I fell in love with BTS. True love isn't 'Gosh I love him so much' it's 'what's this? What's this deal?' That's how it begins"

Oh bts you will be forever… pic.twitter.com/WJRAei8xoZ

— Carolyne🌱⁷⁼¹ (@mhereonlyforbts) April 27, 2024

Another blockbuster Korean drama where BTS gets a shoutout is ‘Queen of Tears’ episode 15 where Hong Hae and her secretary follow ex-husband Baek Hyun Woo to his hometown to learn about home. While they were following him her loyal secretary says, “You remind me of myself in the past. I was like you before I fell in love with BTS. True love isn't 'Gosh, I love him so much.' it's 'what's this?' What's this deal?' That's how it begins.”

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5. ‘Hospital Playlist’

‘Hospital Playlist’ has mentioned BTS several times in their drama. According to IMDb, “Hospital Playlist tells the story of five doctors who have been friends since they entered medical school in 1999.” In the drama, two doctors are BTS fans, and the two main leads are also seen dancing to BTS songs. ‘Hospital Playlist’ , which has two seasons, is one of the highest-rated Korean dramas on tvN.

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