9 K-dramas to watch which cherishes friendship in its purest form

Often the romantic K-dramas are talked about. But those shows also have stories of platonic love and companionship that most people can relate to. These are a few of the best Korean dramas about friendship that have touched on the most profound feelings and served as a reminder to each viewer of their own unique connections.

1. Reply 1988

This endearing story, which takes place in 1988, centers on the lives of five childhood friends and the families who share a common neighborhood. Through first loves, family issues, and academic pressure, they support one another, producing moments that emphasize the value of camaraderie.

2. Business Proposal

In this humorous romantic comedy, an office worker grudgingly agrees to go on a blind date instead of her friend, only to find out that her date is the CEO of the firm. While the primary narrative of the show centers on the romance between the two major couples, it also highlights Shin Ha Ri and Jin Young Seo’s enduring friendship, as they support one another through difficult times.

3. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo

In this story, a group of collegiate athletes navigate the difficulties of friendship and first love while pursuing their aspirations. In order to highlight the power of friendship and mutual support in their pursuit of self-discovery and personal development, the series follows Bok Joo and her friends as they help one another through both personal and athletic problems.

4. Twenty Five, Twenty One

Five young people  whose friendships grow out of their shared struggles and goals, all set against the backdrop of the late 1990s economic crisis. Amidst difficult times, friendships offer comfort and inspiration, as the series eloquently depicts the influence of friendship on individuals’ identities and future trajectories.

5. Hospital Playlist

Five doctors who have been buddies since medical school are featured as the lead in this drama. Through all of their hardships, their relationship endures, and the show depicts their working lives in a hospital as well as their personal development.

6. Dear My Friends

This drama, which centers on a group of old friends, shows their enduring friendships, personal challenges, and unshakable love for one another. The article provides a poignant perspective on life’s golden years and the value of sharing them with friends.

7. Weak Hero Class

The protagonist of the tale is a high school kid who, despite his outward weakness, is incredibly intelligent and skilled in combat. As he fights injustice and bullies, he makes unanticipated friends who support him in overcoming obstacles and developing stronger.

8. Itaewon Class

A young man dreams of franchising his bar in Itaewon after losing his father and getting expelled from school. The play focuses on his quest for vengeance, his development as a person, and the bonds he makes with his varied network of friends and coworkers.

9. Welcome to Waikiki

This comedy drama enters on three young men who manage Waikiki, a failing hotel. When they find a mysterious baby abandoned in one of the rooms, their lives take an unexpected turn for the worse. The show offers a funny perspective on their attempts to manage personal matters and changing friendships while trying to keep the company running.