Like every month, we have prepared a list of K-Dramas we think you should not miss when they start airing. Since there are a lot of web dramas starting this November, we’ve prepared a separate list for the same. This list does not include web dramas. Here are 7 K-Dramas starting in November that need to be on your watchlist!
1. “Happiness”
When and Where: November 5 on tvN /TVING / VIU Cast: Park HyungSik, Han HyoJoo Genre: Thriller Summary: In the new normal era, where infectious diseases are commonplace, this drama depicts class discrimination and subtle psychological warfare in newly built apartments in a large city where high-rises are sold for general sales and low-rises are divided into rental housing. Reasons to Watch: This drama will be Park HyungSik’s first project after returning from the military as well as Han HyoJoo’s screen comeback. Their dynamic is expected to be both impressive and intriguing as both their characters are strong and assertive. The social critique is also an interesting point to look forward to.
“Happiness” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Oct 21, 2021
2. “Secret Royal Inspector Joy”
When and Where: November 8 on tvN Cast: 2PM’s Ok TaecYeon, Kim HyeYoon Genre: Historical, Comedy, Romance Summary: A cheerful comic couple investigation show about secret royal inspectors who are tasked with catching those who take part in corruption. Reasons to Watch: Both TaecYeon and Kim HyeYoon’s chemistry is already bursting at the seams and we cannot wait to see how their love story comes to fruition. The comedic timing of both actors is impeccable and it will be a treat to see them in a historical setting.
“Royal Secret Inspector Joy” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Oct 26, 2021
3. “Melancholia”
When and Where: November 10 on tvN Cast: Lee DoHyun, Im SooJung Genre: Romance, Mystery Summary: A drama set in a corrupt private school, “Melancholia” will tell the beautiful story of a math teacher and a math genius. Reasons to Watch: While “Melancholia” has already been making headlines even before its premiere because of its ambiguous plotline, it will be genuinely interesting to see how such a story unfolds. The intriguing mystery behind both the characters and their past will also be worth watching. In addition, speculation based on the summary is just as good as judging a book by its cover. We couldn’t be more excited about this drama.
“Melancholia” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Sep 27, 2021
4. “Idol: The Coup”
When and Where: November 8 on JTBC / iQIYI Cast: EXID’s Hani, Kim MinKyu, Kwak SiYang Genre: Youth, Music Summary: This is a drama about idols who couldn’t achieve the success they aimed for and need one big hit before they can disband. Reasons to Watch: The passion, strength, hard work, and sincerity of idols who give their all for their music career but end up not being recognized for the same are what lie at the center of this drama. It is truly a story that needs to be told and the wonderful cast will definitely do justice to the sensitivity of the topic. If you’re a K-Pop fan, you need to watch this drama. “IDOL: The Coup” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Nov 3, 2021
5. “Let Me Be Your Knight”
When and Where: November 7 on SBS / Viki Cast: U-KISS’ Jun (Lee JunYoung), Jung InSun, NU’EST’s JR, Yoon JiSung, AB6IX’s DongHyun Genre: Romantic Comedy, Music Summary: It is the romance between a famous idol (part of the idol band LUNA) who is suffering from somnambulism and a suspicious resident doctor who enters the group’s dorm in order to secretly treat him. Reasons to Watch: Another addition to the recent wave of idol dramas, “Let Me Be Your Knight” will feature a one-of-a-kind romance that is sure to make your hearts flutter. The element of a “noona” romance is also making fans excited for the drama. “Let Me Be Your Knight” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Nov 4, 2021
6. “Now, We Are Breaking Up”
When and Where: November 12 on SBS / VIU / Viki Cast: Song HyeKyo, Jang KiYong Genre: Melodrama, Romance Summary: “Now, We Are Breaking Up” is a romance drama in the fashion world about love and break up. Reasons to Watch: Before anything else, this drama will mark the highly awaited screen comeback of Song HyeKyo, which is enough reason to look forward to it. However, more importantly, this drama will portray an unusual love story that is unlike anything we’ve seen before. The Jang KiYong-Song HyeKyo couple is too visually magical to miss.
“Now, We Are Breaking Up” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Mar 11, 2021
7. “School 2021”
When and Where: November 17 on KBS Cast: WEi’s Kim YoHan, Chu YoungWoo, Cho YiHyun Genre: Family, Youth, Melodrama Summary: It is the 2021 version of the “School” series. It tells the story of students attending a specialized high school who decided to follow their dreams instead of trying to enter university like everyone else. It depicts the dreams, friendship, and the growth of 18-year-old students who are in an uncertain time of their life. Reasons to Watch: Being the 2021 edition of the famed “School” series automatically makes this drama one to look forward to. As the series has always brought us intense yet lovely storylines, you can expect the same with “School 2021” as well. The refreshing cast is definitely one that will bring you happiness and entertainment. “School 2021” (2021 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Nov 24, 2021 10 Most Searched Dramas In Korea (Based On November 2 Data) KDRAMA STORIES|Nov 2, 2021
