Dramas 2026

Idol I ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Country: Korea | Year: 2025-2026 | Episode: 12 | Channel: ENA, Genie TV, Viki, Netflix

Cast: Choi Sooyoung & Kim Jae Young
Plot: Maeng Se Na is a star lawyer known to take on criminal cases other attorneys avoid. She’s also secretly been a fan of idol Do Ra Ik for 11 years. One day, he’s suddenly accused of murder. So, Maeng Se Na takes on his  case to defend.

Review: Idol I is such a compelling drama! I think there are 3 main reasons why I would definitely recommend the show. First, it highlights the downsides of celebrity. Do Ra Ik may be famous, rich and beloved by his fans, but he’s under a lot of pressure, struggles mentally and feels highly isolated and lonely. When he gets accused of murder, his world spirals out of control. Second, the slow-burn romance is absolutely fantastic. I loved how they took the time to build trust (and love) between Do Ra Ik and Maeng Se Na. As lawyer and client, they have each other’s back. But they also bring solace and comfort at a time when they’re at their lowest. Third, there’s a whole concept around justice and righting the wrongs that is embodied by Prosecutor Kwak. His evolution was honestly very well-done, as he went from being blinded by prejudice to seeking the actual truth. The music was great, Maeng Se Na as a fangirl was super credible (I just felt like I was seeing myself) and I desperately rooted for characters’ happiness. 100% recommended!

Love Me ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Country: Korea | Year: 2025-2026 | Episode: 12 | Channel: JTBC, Viki

Cast: Seo Hyun Jin & Chang Ryul
Plot: Seo Jun Kyeong is single and works as an OB-GYN. She appears to have a perfect life, but she’s actually a very lonely person due to a secret. 7 years ago, she ran away from her family after a devastating accident. One day, Joo Do Hyun enters her life. He is the only one to recognize her loneliness.

Review: There’s no better example to represent what a slice-of-life drama should be like. Love Me offers a variety of characters who all experience loneliness, love (hence the title) and the many challenges that life can throw at you. From grief to healing, breakup to love, loneliness to contentment, the drama is a roller coaster of emotions that will make you cry, laugh, hope and despair. The show focuses on one family (the father and his two children) but scales up to all the people gravitating around them. Each and every character is interesting and has his fair share of struggles that are relatable, realistic and authentic. I think anyone can identify with one of these situations whether it is Jun Seo’s bleak future or Jun Kyung’s insecurities in her relationship. There’s not a single scene to throw away, I was immersed in the cosy ambiance that broke my heart at times and healed it right away after. Morale of the story: Life is not a picnic, but it’s still worth living. I highly recommend you give this drama a chance, it’s definitely worth your time.