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Chu Sang Woo (Jae Chan) is a junior computer science majoring student who prizes reason, rules, and a rigid sense of what is right above all else. As part of his university work, he is told to work on a group project for the liberal arts, whereby the group is required to make a final presentation in order to pass the module. But as the rest of the group – whom he knows nothing about – have decided to leave him to do all the work on his own, he decides to remove their names, and make the presentation in his name.

But little did he know that when he did this, he would deal a heavy blow to the academic prospects of a senior student named Jang Jae Young (Park Seo Ham). The latter, a design major, is Chu Sang Woo’s polar opposite. He is stylish, fun-loving, and – above all – extraordinarily popular. He is the closest thing the college has to a superstar! But when his credit for the liberal arts project is taken away, his grand plans to study abroad are suddenly thrown up in the air. He seeks out Chu Sang Woo and is of a mind to torment him. But when the duo is forced to work together, a strange attraction starts to develop between them…

This drama series was based on a long-running web-based cartoon of the same name.

“Semantic Error” is a 2022 South Korean drama series that was directed by Kim Su Jeong.

Semantic Error

⚔️ Enemies  to Lovers 💕

The death of his parents forces a seven-year-old boy named Seo Hae Bom (Ok Jin Uk) to move in with an adoptive family who have a young son of the same age as he named Jo Tae Seong (Kang Hee). Seo Hae Bom is in awe of Jo Tae Seong – he considers the boy to be everything that he is not: tall, handsome, popular, caring, and worthy of love and attention. The diminutive Seo Hae Bom thinks himself inferior and is humbled by the kindness of the family that took him in.

Things become slightly different for the duo, however, after Seo Hae Bom and Jo Tae Seong end up in the same high school class. All of a sudden, they are spending more time than ever together at home and at school. Although they have developed a sort of brotherly love, now united in the same class, an unexpected romantic spark ignites between the two – but what will Cupid have to say about all this?

This drama series was adapted from a web-based cartoon series (webtoon) of the same name, which was authored by Bam Woo.

“Cherry Blossoms After Winter” is a 2022 South Korean drama series that was directed by Yoon Joon Ho.

Cherry Blossoms After Winter

Our love blooms after winter🌸

In his late twenties, Seung Hyun (Moon Ji Yong) has yet to settle into what most would consider an “adult” life. Something of a late bloomer, Seung Hyun has had about as much experience in his professional career as he has in his personal life. Which is to say, he hasn’t had much experience in either. But everything changes when he finally manages to land the internship of his dreams.

Excited to be interning at such a successful advertising company, Seung Hyun’s enthusiasm is curbed almost immediately when he runs into an incredibly handsome, yet unbelievably cold man on his first day of work. Thrown off by his encounter with this frigid adonis, Seung Hyun’s first day is a memorable one, to be sure; but becomes even more so when he realizes the man he ran into was none other than his boss, Kim Jong Chan (Kwon Hyuk).

Unable to shake the feelings that stir inside him as he recalls this first encounter, Seung Hyun tries his best to avoid making the same mistake. But it seems no matter how hard he tries, he can’t escape Jong Chan’s presence. As if drawn together by some unseen force, will either of these men be able to avoid the fate that seems determined to bring them together?

Adapted from the webtoon of the same name by Moscareto, “The New Employee” is a 2022 South Korean romance drama directed by Kim Jho Kwang Soo.

The New Employee

Living with a neurological blindness that limits his ability to see color, Yeon Woo (Yoo Jun) has grown up in a world that looks very different from the one most people are accustomed to seeing. Only able to decipher varying tones of gray, Yeon Woo knows the world is full of color but he has never seen them for himself. At least not until the day Yoo Han (Hur Hyun Jun) comes crashing into his world.

As if brought together by fate, Yeon Woo’s life is forever changed, the day he meets Yoo Han. Falling for the boy’s many charms, Yeon Woo is overwhelmed by the unexpected rush of emotions he feels, every time Yoo Han is near. What’s even more surprising is the sudden rush of color that washes over the world, every time Yoo Han walks into the room. Could this be a sign that Yoo Han is his destiny?&nbsp;

While Yeon Woo ponders his fate, his aunt Yi Rang (Yeon Min Ji) searches desperately for the sister who went missing years ago. Joining his aunt on her quest, Yeon Woo recruits Yoo Han’s help and together they search for his mother. As they dig deeper into the mystery surrounding her disappearance, an unexpected story begins to unfold. Will these fated boys be able to solve the mystery of a missing mother while simultaneously unraveling the mysteries of their own hearts?

Based on the web novel of the same name by Se Sang, “Color Rush” is a 2020 mystery romance web drama produced by Story Wiz and Conversion TV.

Color Rush

The Rainbow Team

Choi Yeon Woo (Yoo Jun) is a high school student and a “mono” – a person who sees the world only in a dull and lifeless black and white. But for every mono, there is a “probe” – a kind of soulmate who allows the mono to see the world in vivid color. Yeon Woo’s probe was a boy named Yoo Han, and the two developed a beautiful friendship that blossomed into romance. But as their relationship intensified, mysterious goings-on suddenly got very unpleasant for Yeon Woo, who eventually found that Yoo Han had disappeared, with his mother also vanishing.

Yeon Woo vows to do whatever it takes to track down his “probe” and his mother. A classmate named Se Hyun (Hyuk) learns of Yeon Woo’s quest and resolves to help and protect him – as a close friendship develops between the two students. But Se Hyun hides a secret, and Yeon Woo could be about to discover the truth… Meanwhile, Yeon Woo is not alone – other monos are nearer than he might think, including a female mono who is looking for her own probe. And a TV producer is also on the scene, hoping to get to the bottom of the mono-probe mystery!

“Color Rush 2” is a 2022 South Korean drama series that was directed by Park Sun Jae.

Color Rush 2

Somewhere over the Rainbow 🌈

Seon Ho (Song Seung Hyun) is a writer who authors web-based comic strips (webtoons). In order to make ends meet, he decided to start creating “19+” titles – erotica intended only for those aged 19 and above. His comics are wildly popular, but they have had a very strange effect on his libido: He cannot feel arousal since he started writing these webtoons some two years ago. As his workload begins to pile up, Seon Ho decides to hire a new assistant. He appoints Mu Young (Ko Chan Bin).

But Mu Young turns out to be no ordinary assistant – he has actually taken the job because he is Seon Ho’s number one fan. He is also besotted with the writer – and hopes to start a relationship with him. The sparks of romance begin to fly between the two. But there is a catch: A male acquaintance named Jun Seok (Lee Do Ha) – who has a girlfriend – begins to take a shine to Mu Young. Could a love triangle be forming? And will Seon Ho rediscover his lost passion?

“Oh! My Assistant” is a 2022 South Korean drama series that was based on a web-based comic of the same name and directed by Ju Seong Min.

Oh! My Assistant

My naughty author

As a third-generation chaebol and undoubted future heir to the Guemman Group, Ji Ho Joon (Kim Ji Woong) was raised with the world at his feet. Now a happy-go-lucky twenty-something, Ho Joon doesn't have a care in the world. Certain he’s destined to live the privileged life forever, Ho Joon is shocked when his father presents him with an unexpected and rather unpleasant ultimatum.

Kicked out of the house by his well-meaning father, without a penny to his name, Ho Joon must now find a way to survive on his own for the next two years. As if floundering for survival wasn’t bad enough, Ho Joon must take a position as the team leader of the Guemman Group’s newest business team and deliver some impressive results. With no idea where to go or how to begin this impossible quest, Ho Joon soon finds himself the resident of Poongduck Villa and at the mercy of the villa’s owner, Seo Jae Yoon (Yoon Seo Bin).

As difficult as life might presently seem for Ho Joon, it gets even more complicated when he realizes that Jae Yoon works at his family’s company and has recently been assigned to his newfound team. Could this seemingly cruel twist of fate be exactly what both Ho Joon and Jae Yoon need?

A story of finding love in the most unexpected places, “Roommates of Poongduck 304” is a 2022 South Korean romantic drama directed by Teddy Hwang.

Roommates of Poongduck 304

Living with my boss sucks 😆

Han Tae Joo (Han Gi Chan) is an 18-year-old high school student and is the sole heir of the TB Group – a family-run business conglomerate.

His strict parents keep him under surveillance 24 hours a day, and he feels both bored and oppressed by their reluctance to let him enjoy a little freedom.

His closest friend is also his unofficial bodyguard – another 18-year-old male student named Gang Gook (Jang Eui Soo). Gang Gook is something of a tough guy, with a powerful physique and a no-nonsense attitude.

But as the two young men grow older, they come to wonder if there is perhaps another dimension to their friendship.

When an outgoing female student named Hye Mi (Choi Gyu Ri) is transferred to their high school, she inadvertently drives up the romantic tension between the two childhood friends by going on a date with Gang Gook – irking Han Tae Joo, and stirring up long-suppressed emotions.

Will they act on their desires, or will Han Tae Joo and Gang Gook’s friendship remain platonic?

“Where Your Eyes Linger” is a 2020 Viki Original South Korean drama series that was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

Where Your Eyes Linger

Despite the fact that things just never seem to go his way, Sang Ha (Lee Se Jin) always manages to find a reason to smile. A member of the school track team, Sang Ha loves to run, but distance has never really been his thing. For Sang Ha, sprinting is what brings him the most joy.

Jin Won (Cheon Seung Ho), on the other hand, is exactly the opposite. A record breaking marathon runner in high school, Jin Won is well on his way to becoming a marathon superstar. Determined to live up to the expectations of his coaches and colleagues, Jin Won cares about one thing and one thing only: running his next race.

When Jin Won finds himself struggling to maintain his record-breaking stats, his coach suggests Sang Ha step in to help as a pacemaker. Disappointed in the coach’s decision, Jin Won is anything but friendly to his new partner but with time and determination, the two runners come to find they share a similar passion, both on the track and off. As the two become closer, they begin to realize their feelings for each have taken an unexpected turn. But can they move from friend to friendlier without risking everything they’ve worked so hard to achieve?

The followup project to the popular BL drama, “Where Your Eyes Linger” (2020), “Mr. Heart” is a 2020 idol web drama directed by Park Seon Jae.

Mr. Heart

My Mr. Heart ❤

A free-spirited singer whose love of music has him performing on the streets, Kang In Soo’s (Kang In Soo) life revolves completely around music. Supported by his friends, In Soo hopes to someday turn his love of music into a full-time career, but doing so isn’t easy. Refusing to give up on his dreams, In Soo continues busking, day in and day out, while his best friend, Choi Min Sung (Baek Seo Bin), records his performances and uploads them on YouTube. Little does either of them know that In Soo’s performances have caught the attention of someone who could change the young musician’s life forever.

A keyboardist working at a major record company, Yoon Sang Yi (Lee Sang) is always on the lookout for new talent. After stumbling upon In Soo’s videos, Sang Yi has become one of the singer’s biggest fans. Convinced In Soo could make it big, he recommends the young artist join his company’s rookie discovery project. Seeing this opportunity in this invitation, In Soo accepts the offer and soon moves into the company residence with Sang Yi.

As the two live and work together, their relationship grows and slowly, new feelings begin to blossom. Unfortunately, as their feelings grow, so do the obstacles that stand in their way. Will In Soo and Sang Yi be able to find a way to overcome the trials before them or will their love fade before ever having a chance to fully bloom?

A story filled with music and love, “Wish You : Your Melody From My Heart” is a 2020 Viki Original romantic drama directed by Sung Do Joon.

Wish You : Your Melody From My Heart

🌟Wish upon a Star Team🌟

Tae Kyung (Lee Sae On) is an 18-year-old high school student. He is also a lifelong loner. But one day, he starts questioning his own judgment and tells a teacher that he no longer wishes to go it alone. The problem is, he has no idea how to start going about making new friends. The teacher advises him to join the school’s student council. He agrees, but discovers that making friends may be harder than it seems.

He meets the Vice President of the council, Shin Woo (Kang You Seok), who is cool and level-headed, but also somewhat cold toward him and reluctant to accept Tae Kyung. However, he also meets the super-attractive President of the council: Da On (Choi Chan Yi), who appears to take an instant shine to him. The beginnings of a romance appear to be in the cards for Da On and Tae Kyung, but Shin Woo does not seem to approve. Matters are further complicated by the fact that Da On’s close female friend – who secretly loves Da On – is jealous of their closeness, and attempts to drive a wedge between them!

This drama was adapted from the hit mobile gaming title “Saebit Boys High School Council,” which was released in 2017 and spawned a web-based cartoon series titled "Behind the Desks – Love is Addiction.”

“Light on Me” is a 2021 South Korean Viki Original drama series that was directed by Um Ji Sun.

Light On Me

🔦✨Close to you🔦✨

In Korea’s feudal past, the deposed Crown Prince Lee Heon (Yoo Hyun Woo) has been forced into a lonely exile by his cruel older brother, who has usurped the throne. Lee Heon fears for his life at every moment, as his brother plans to secure his place on the royal seat by killing him. Assassins and other schemes are a constant threat for Lee Heon, whose only true ally is his faithful and kind-hearted bodyguard Guem (Kim Tae Jung).

Meanwhile, in modern times, a high school student named Eun Ho (Jun Hee) loves paintings. In fact, art is his whole world. And when he is tasked with completing a mysterious painting, he is unexpectedly drawn back into the distant past, where he meets Lee Heon. The duo starts to form a close, romantic, and tender bond. But as the acting king grows restless, hoping to kill the exiled Crown Prince as soon as possible, Eun Ho begins to understand that he may be Lee Heon’s best – or perhaps only – chance of survival...

“Tinted With You” is a 2021 South Korean drama series that was directed by Ha Na.

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