Taste of K-dramas

눈물의 여왕   ( Queen of Tears ) is a romantic drama that follows the tumultuous love story of Hong Hae-in (played by Kim Ji-won), a cold and ambitious 재벌 (chaebol) heiress, and Baek Hyun-woo (played by Kim Soo-hyun), her intelligent yet weary husband who comes from a humble background. Though their seemingly perfect marriage is on the verge of collapse, an unexpected crisis forces them to confront their true feelings and fight for their love. As they navigate power struggles, family conflicts, and deep emotional wounds, the drama explores whether love can survive amid wealth, ambition, and heartbreak.  Despite the title Queen of Tears , the true “queen” of tears in the drama is actually Baek Hyun-woo . While his wife, Hae-in, maintains a cold and composed exterior, Hyun-woo finds himself constantly overwhelmed with emotions, shedding tears as he struggles with their crumbling marriage, power struggles, and his deep love for her. His raw vulnerability and tearful moments make him ...

마당이 있는 집 ( Lies Hidden in My Garden ) is a psychological thriller that follows Joo-ran (played by Kim Tae-hee), a woman living an idyllic life in a beautiful house with a garden. Her seemingly perfect world begins to unravel when she notices a strange smell coming from the yard, leading her to uncover dark secrets about her husband and her home. As her path crosses with Sang-eun (played by Lim Ji-yeon), a woman trapped in an abusive marriage, their lives intertwine in unexpected and suspenseful ways, revealing hidden truths beneath their ordinary suburban existence. In Episode 2, Sang-eun, a woman who had long suffered from 가정 폭력 (domestic abuse), experiences a complex rush of emotions following her husband’s sudden death. After enduring years of violence, fear, and control, she is finally free—but this freedom is accompanied by exhaustion, hunger, and a flood of conflicting feelings. She orders 짜장면 (jjajangmyeon; black bean noodle) along with 군만두 (g unmandu; fried dumplings) and 탕수육...

Good Partner  ( 굿파트너 ) is a legal drama that follows the lives of divorce lawyers navigating both their professional and personal struggles. Cha Eun-kyung (played by Jang Na-ra) is a seasoned and sharp-witted attorney known for her unyielding dedication to her clients, while Han Yu-ri (played by Nam Ji-hyun) is a passionate rookie lawyer determined to prove herself. As they clash and collaborate on complex divorce cases, the drama explores themes of justice, relationships, and personal growth, revealing the fine line between legal battles and emotional turmoil.  Ep. 9 - Comfort in a Plate of Tteokbokki In Episode 9 of  Good Partner , Han Yu-ri, determined to support Cha Eun-kyung during a difficult time, seeks advice from fellow lawyer Jung Woo-jin. Entering his office hesitantly, she asks for guidance on how to comfort their senior colleague. Without overcomplicating things, Jung Woo-jin offers simple but meaningful advice:  “떡볶이 먹으면서 얘기 들어줘”  (“Eat tteokbokki ...

나쁜 엄마 (The Good Bad Mother, 2023) The Good Bad Mother follows Young-soon, a strict single mother who raises her son, Kang-ho, with tough love, believing it will secure his future. As an adult, Kang-ho becomes a cold and ambitious prosecutor, estranged from his mother. However, a tragic accident leaves him with the mind of a child, forcing him to return home, where he and his mother get a second chance to heal their fractured relationship. Through this unexpected twist of fate, they embark on a journey of rediscovery, love, and redemption. Ep. 3 - A Plate of Tough Love In Episode 3 of The Good Bad Mother , Young-soon refuses to coddle Kang-ho despite his regression to a childlike state. Determined to make him relearn basic skills, she places a spoon in his hand and orders him to eat by himself. Kang-ho, struggling with his weakened coordination and frustration, pleads for help, but Young-soon remains firm, her voice stern yet tinged with hidden sorrow. As he fumbles with his food, spil...