[Ishani's Picks] Top 10 K-Dramas That Make Work Look Fun

One of the best things about K-Dramas is the fact that they often tell the extraordinary stories of ordinary people. So, things that are commonplace in the real world take on colossal meaning in fiction.

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If you've been suffering from burnout or are trying to decide on a career, here are 10 K-Dramas that make normal jobs look extremely enjoyable!

"Forecasting Love and Weather"

"Forecasting Love and Weather", starring Park Min-young and Song Kang takes us into the Korea Meteorological Administration for its premise. We get an insightful glimpse into the inner workings of a national weather service and the intricacies of weather forecasting. The heart-fluttering romance is a bonus too!

"Shooting Star"

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at entertainment companies? Well, with "Shooting Star", you get a sneak-peek that reveals much more than you'd expect. Our protagonist Oh Han-byeol (Lee Sung-kyung) is a PR specialist and her job is both cool and stressful as she navigates press releases, controversies, scandals and so on. You might just have a new career aspiration after watching this drama.

"Mental Coach Jegal"

"Mental Coach Jegal" is about a former national athlete who must quit after an injury leaves him unable to walk without a stick. Years later, he is a successful mental coach who is forced to face his own trauma after taking on a patient who is suffering from yips. This is a profession that hasn't been given too much of the limelight before so it is both refreshing and exciting.

"Be Melodramatic"

"Be Melodramatic" tells the story of three friends in their thirties who are all standing at a critical turning point in their lives. Im Jin-joo (Chun Woo-hee) is a drama writer, Lee Eun-jeong (Jeon Yeo-been) is a documentary director and Hwang Han-joo (Han Ji-eun) leads the marketing team of a drama production company. Each character is unique in their own right and makes their respective jobs look like the most lucrative one there is.

"Police University"

The K-Drama industry has given us some amazing police/detective dramas so far and "Police University" has to be one of the finest. From a wholesome mentor-mentee relationship to a thrilling mystery, colourful characters and a sweet romance, this drama has it all. Detectives have never been cooler!

"Hospital Playlist"

Medical dramas are somewhat of a specialty of the South Korean entertainment industry and they do it incredibly well. "Hospital Playlist" is a global sensation that you do not want to miss, especially if you're a medical student or dream of becoming a medical professional. Unlike many other shows, "Hospital Playlist" highlights that even the most talented doctors are ordinary humans at the end of the day. The fact that it is also supremely entertaining just adds to the watch value.

"Touch Your Heart"

Just like medical K-Dramas, courtroom dramas are also quite common in South Korea. In fact, they are also some of the most well-made dramas the industry has to offer. Among them, my pick is "Touch Your Heart", which is a light-hearted romantic-comedy that brings out the fun of the legal profession rather than highlighting the tough parts. On the other hand, it also shines the spotlight on actors, dismissing unfair prejudices about their job.

"Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol"

"Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol" is a quirky little drama set in a small town that draws its merit from the lovable characters and their shenanigans. We meet Goo Ra-ra, a pianist who gives up on piano to lead a restful life but soon realizes how much it means to her. Then she becomes a piano teacher upon finding her purpose and she makes it look like the best job in the world.

"Strongest Deliveryman"

If the title of this drama hasn't made this clear enough, "Strongest Deliveryman" is about a delivery man, Choi Kang-soo (Go Kyung-pyo), who strives for glory and dreams of becoming the CEO of his own delivery app. He tackles challenges head on and shows us that the job of a delivery person is interesting and important, just like any other job. It is truly an uplifting drama that will keep you entertained throughout its runtime.

"Romance is a Bonus Book"

Finally, for anyone who wants to be a writer, an editor or work in the publishing industry, "Romance is a Bonus Book" is an amazing drama to see your dreams play out in front of you. Cha Eun-ho (Lee Jong-suk) is a gifted author and works as the chief editor of a publishing company. Kang Dan-i (Lee Na-young) used to work as an advertising copywriter but after a break in her career, returns to the workforce as a temporary employee at the same company as Cha Eun-ho. Besides the dreamy romance, this drama is also very educational and inspiring.

By Ishani Sarkar.