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Korean dramas in 2025 are raising the bar with star-studded casts, bold storytelling, and exciting genre variety. From emotional romance to spy thrillers and nostalgic sitcoms, K-Dramas continue to captivate audiences across the globe.
In this guide, we break down the most anticipated Korean drama releases of 2025, along with the latest works from top Korean actors and actresses like IU, Park Bo-gum, Kim Woo-bin, Suzy, Jun Ji-hyun, and more.
๐บ Top Upcoming Korean Dramas in 2025
| Title | Description | Main Cast |
|---|---|---|
| You Have Done Well (ํญ์น ์์์๋ค) | A Netflix original period romance set in 1950s Jeju Island. | Park Bo-gum, IU, Moon So-ri, Park Hae-joon |
| All Will Come True (๋ค ์ด๋ฃจ์ด์ง์ง๋) | A fantasy rom-com about a wish-granting spirit and a stoic woman. | Kim Woo-bin, Suzy, Ahn Eun-jin |
| Polaris (๋ถ๊ทน์ฑ) | A romantic spy thriller about identity, betrayal, and passion. | Kang Dong-won, Jun Ji-hyun |
| I Took the Male Leadโs First Night | A fantasy romance based on a popular web novel. | Ok Taecyeon, Seohyun |
| 24-Hour Gym (24์ ํฌ์คํด๋ฝ) | A youthful drama set in a 24-hour fitness center. | Lee Jun-young, Jung Eun-ji |
| Kick Kick Kick Kick (ํฅํฅํฅํฅ) | A classic Korean-style sitcom with witty humor and everyday life themes. | Ji Jin-hee, Lee Kyu-hyung |
| Please Take Care of the Five Eagle Brothers (๋ ์๋ฆฌ ์คํ์ ๋ฅผ ๋ถํํด) | A family drama filled with warmth, conflicts, and sibling dynamics. | Uhm Ji-won, Ahn Jae-wook, Yoon Park, Kim Dong-wan, Yoo In-young |
๐ฌ Notable Male Actors in 2025 Korean Dramas
| Actor | Recent/Upcoming Projects | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Byung-hun | Squid Game Season 2, The Match, No Choice | Reunites with director Park Chan-wook after 25 years. |
| Koo Kyo-hwan | Looking for the King, Resurrection Man, Blizzard, Swarm | Known for versatility and critical acclaim. |
| Park Bo-gum | You Have Done Well (Netflix) | First historical romance role alongside IU. |
| Kim Woo-bin | All Will Come True | Reunites with Suzy after 8 years in a fantasy romance. |
| Kang Dong-won | Polaris | Shares screen with Jun Ji-hyun in a spy-themed love story. |
| Ok Taecyeon | I Took the Male Leadโs First Night | Stars in a web-novel adaptation with a fantasy twist. |
| Lee Jun-young | 24-Hour Gym | Portrays modern youth in a fitness-based drama. |
๐ธ Leading Female K-Drama Actresses in 2025
| Actress | Recent/Upcoming Projects | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| IU (Lee Ji-eun) | You Have Done Well | Paired with Park Bo-gum in a Netflix period romance. |
| Suzy (Bae Suzy) | All Will Come True | Fantasy meets love in her return with Kim Woo-bin. |
| Jun Ji-hyun | Polaris | Elegant and intense in a romantic espionage series. |
| Seohyun | I Took the Male Leadโs First Night | Delivers a fresh take on romantic fantasy. |
| Jung Eun-ji | 24-Hour Gym | Back to slice-of-life youth drama. |
| Uhm Ji-won | Please Take Care of the Five Eagle Brothers | Anchors a heartfelt family drama. |
๐ง๐ค๐ง Special Mentions & Casting Buzz
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Gong Yoo & Song Hye-kyo are confirmed for a new drama written by Noh Hee-kyung and directed by Lee Yoon-jung (title TBA).
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Rising stars like Kim Se-jeong, Roh Jeong-eui, and Ra Mi-ran are also part of MBCโs 2025 prime-time drama lineup.
๐ 2025 K-Drama Trends: Star Power, Genre Diversity & Global Appeal
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Genre Variety: From fantasy and espionage to sitcoms and heartwarming family dramas.
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Star-Studded Lineups: Iconic pairings (Kim Woo-bin & Suzy, Park Bo-gum & IU) attract international attention.
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Global Platforms: Netflix continues to invest in Korean originals, expanding worldwide reach.
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High Expectations: Return of Squid Game, Signal 2, and fresh IPs signal another strong year for Korean content.
