If you dig Dear.M as much as we do, you’re likely on the lookout for more great dramas to add to your must-watch list – so check out this playlist full of great titles in a similar vein!

More Like "Dear.M"

JTBC

Once bullied for her looks, Kang Mi Rae (Im Soo Hyang) undergoes a dramatic transformation through plastic surgery, only to face new challenges in college when people ridicule her for altering her appearance. Reconnecting with Do Kyung Suk (Cha Eun Woo), who values inner beauty over appearances, Mi Rae finds herself caught between external judgment and internal growth. As Kyung Suk stands up for her against harsh labels and superficial commentary, Mi Rae starts to reclaim her confidence and realizes that true beauty is about who you are on the inside… and starts to sense that she and Kyung Suk might become more than just friends. This 2018 Korean drama was adapted from the webtoon of the same name by Maenggi Ki and was directed by Choi Sung Bum.

My ID Is Gangnam Beauty

The Beauty Lovers

KBS02

High school friends Ko Dong Man (Park Seo Joon), Choi Ae Ra (Kim Ji Won), Kim Joo Man (Ahn Jae Hong), and Baek Seol Hee (Song Ha Yoon) struggle to balance their big dreams with the realities of adulthood. After an injury, Dong Man was forced to quit taekwondo, but he still longs to return to fighting. Ae Ra, a department store employee with dreams of becoming a news anchor, faces constant setbacks in her stagnant relationship. Their lifelong friendship, built on playful bickering and unwavering support, begins to blossom into something more. Meanwhile, Joo Man and Seol Hee both work at a home shopping network where they’ve hidden their six-year relationship, but their love is about to be put to the test by new employees with less-than-pure intentions. Will these friends manage to find their way in life?

Fight For My Way

The Fighting Team

Yeo Joon (Park Ji Hoon), the privileged son of a wealthy family, is a first-year economics student who has everything he could want – except a true friend. When he is assigned to work on a class project with Nam Soo Hyun (Bae In Hyuk), a no-nonsense, straight-A senior, Joon sees an opportunity to change that. Despite Soo Hyun's initial skepticism, Joon's persistent efforts eventually pay off. However, their fledgling friendship is tested when a girl, Kim So Bin (Kang Min Ah), comes between them. This 2021 South Korean drama series was based on a webtoon by Ji Nyoong and was directed by Kim Jung Hyun.

At a Distance, Spring is Green

🌿  Spring is Green Team 🍃

School bullies have made life hell for Im Ju Gyeong (Mun Ka Young), who torment her relentlessly for being “ugly.” So when she transfers high schools, she decides to turn over a new leaf by using tips she learns from social media to transform her appearance! Donning a new look and carefully maintaining her "ugly secret," she slowly gains confidence in herself while making genuine friends including Lee Su Ho (Cha Eun Woo), the most popular boy at school, and his close-friend-turned-rival, Han Seo Jun (Hwang In Yeop), a troublemaker with a kind heart. Caught in a love triangle and constantly at risk for having her secret exposed, what will happen if Ju Gyeong's new friends learn about the "real" her? Will she find true love with either of her suitors? This series was adapted from the viral 2018 webtoon "True Beauty".

True Beauty

True Beauty Team

Hong Seol (Kim Go Eun) hasn’t had the easiest life – although she’s a hardworking and dedicated student, she was forced to take an extended break from her studies to help alleviate her family’s financial situation. She appears to have a stroke of luck when she receives a scholarship for a year’s worth of college tuition, but it was meant for another student: upperclassman Yoo Jung (Park Hae Jin), the heir to a family-owned multinational corporation. While he's athletic and attractive, he's secretly insecure and often vindictive towards those he dislikes. Yoo Jung often finds himself at odds with Hong Seol, but also seems to find her attractive. Things escalate when Yoo Jung’s estranged childhood friend In Ho (Seo Kang Joon) comes back to town – and also falls for Hong Seol. Will this love triangle make Hong Seol's college life hell, or will she find a genuine relationship? This 2016 Korean drama, based on the webtoon of the same name by Soonkki, was directed by Lee Yoon Jung.

Cheese In The Trap

I'm trapped

Gong Ki Joon (Kim Yo Han), a former medal-winning taekwondo athlete, struggles after a serious ankle injury derails his professional sports career. With his father's business facing bankruptcy, Ki Joon enrolls in a vocational high school, feeling lost and uncertain about his future. There, he meets Jung Young Joo (Chu Young Woo), a dedicated student working hard to achieve his dreams, and Jin Ji Won (Cho Yi Hyun), a second-year student battling personal conflicts while pursuing her goals. Despite their different backgrounds, the three form an unlikely friendship, supporting each other through life's challenges and learning valuable lessons about perseverance, dreams, and personal growth. This is a 2023 South Korean drama directed by Kim Min Tae.

School 2021

🎶Sing for a dream 🎤

Kakao TV, SERIES ON

Gong Joo Yeong (Park Ji Hoon), a persistent 17-year-old high school student, falls for the cold and aloof Wang Ja Rim (Lee Ruby). Despite her initial disinterest, Ju Young's unwavering pursuit gradually softens her heart. His best friend Lee Kyeong Woo (Younghoon) and Ja Rim's friend Oh Ah Ram (Dayoung) become potential catalysts in their budding relationship. Based on Lee Yong Ka's popular webtoon, this is a 2020 South Korean Viki Original drama series.

Love Revolution

Teenage Love Team

At eighteen, Choi Jun Woo (Ong Seong Wu) is a perpetual loner who struggles to express his emotions, often appearing unsympathetic despite his true goofy nature. When he transfers schools, he meets Yoo Soo Bin (Kim Hyang Gi), a top student suffocated by her overbearing mother and yearning for independence. Ma Hwi Young (Shin Seung Ho) appears to be a perfect gentleman, but is actually a timid teenager searching for his place in the world. As these students navigate their individual challenges, their paths intersect, gradually transforming their lives and perspectives. "Moment of Eighteen" is a 2019 Viki Original drama directed by Sim Na Yeon.

Moment of Eighteen

Eighteen Staff

Hong Seol (Oh Yeon Seo) is an unassuming university student just trying to get by, but her life takes a surprising turn when Yoo Jung (Park Hae Jin), a handsome and wealthy senior, starts taking an interest in her. Known for his charm and generosity, Yoo Jung has always stood out, but his unexpected attention towards Hong Seol catches everyone off guard, including her. As the two embark on an awkward and unexpected relationship, they quickly become the talk of the campus. But beneath Yoo Jung's polished exterior lies a complexity that Hong Seol is unprepared for, setting the stage for romance filled with twists and hidden truths. Based on the popular webtoon of the same name by Soonkki, this 2018 romance film was directed by Kim Jae Young, adapted from the 2016 drama series.

Cheese in the Trap (Movie)

Captured Team 

Lee Shi Kyung (Kai), a computer-loving student who prefers gaming to studying, is forced to move from the big city to a rural area with his sister Lee Shi Young (Lee Ye Hyun). Struggling to adapt to their new environment and school, Shi Kyung finds unexpected friendship with Park Ga Ram (Baek Chul Min), the school's most popular student aspiring to be a doctor, and Kim Bom (Kim Jin Kyung), who takes a special interest in him. As the siblings begin to settle into their new life, a sudden health-related challenge threatens to disrupt their newfound stability. "Andante" is a 2017 South Korean drama series that was directed by Park Gi Ho.

Andante

👨‍💻Today's Youth😉 Team

V LIVE, Naver TV, YouTube, Facebook

Kim Yeon Do (Lee Eun Jae) is a high school student desperate to discourage a persistent admirer by posting a picture of Ji Hyun Ho (Kang Yul), a popular and wild schoolmate. Her impulsive social media post unexpectedly draws her closer to Ji Hyun Ho, creating tension when her best friend also develops feelings for him. As their unexpected connection unfolds, Yeon Do navigates the complicated dynamics of high school relationships and personal boundaries. This drama, based on a 2016 mobile story game of the same name, explores the unpredictable nature of teenage emotions and social interactions. "Best Mistake" is a 2019 South Korean drama series that delves into the complexities of young love and friendship.

Best Mistake

Best Mistake Team

Kim Yeon Do (Lee Eun Jae) is a diligent high school student in an unexpected relationship with Ji Hyun Ho (Kang Yul), one of the school's most popular boys. Their seemingly stable romance is challenged when baseball ace Choi Seung Hyun (Lee Jung Joon) arrives and develops feelings for Yeon Do. Ji Hyun Ho becomes suspicious that Yeon Do might reciprocate Seung Hyun's interest, potentially sparking a complicated love triangle. As romantic tensions unfold among their classmates, the potential for romantic complications grows. Based on a 2016 mobile game and serving as a sequel to the 2019 "Best Mistake" series, this is a 2020 South Korean drama series written by Yoon Shi So.

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