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K-dramas truly shine bright in depicting human nature in a way that leaves a mark. Sometimes the characters that leave a mark in our hearts are not the leads but rather the fathers of the characters.
They are not just any dads; they are the “appa goals." They are soft for their kids and offer them endless support in any way they can.
They are not just background characters. They are often the quiet heroes in the background. They teach us about what fathers should actually be like. So, let’s talk about the dads who showed us the beauty of a father’s love.
10 K-drama dads who were total Appa goals and left a mark on our hearts
1) Extraordinary Attorney Woo
This K-drama might be focused on Woo Young-woo’s life and her journey with ASD; however, we cannot deny that her father played a vital role in her life. Raising a child is a difficult task.
If it is a special child with special needs, then the task becomes even more difficult. Woo Gwang-ho tackled it all single-handedly. He took care of her daughter in a manner that made her believe in herself. He helped her evolve at her own pace without forcing her into anything.
The constant support that he gave made Young-woo understand that no matter what happens, her father will always be by her side. Gwang-ho’s dedication as a father truly resonates with the viewers. He depicts how a father should be.
2) Strong Girl Bong Soon
Right from the beginning of this K-drama, it is revealed that the women of Bong-soon’s family inherit superhuman powers. Bong-soon has it, her mother has it, and even her grandmother has it.
These powers can only be used for good; otherwise, they will lose the power. Bong-soon’s father’s nature in this K-drama truly adds to the humor and charm. He is comforting and always stays by Bong-soon’s side. He understands that she constantly faces her mother’s torments. Hence, he tries to make up for it.
He gives her allowances, which he secretly keeps hidden. He knows that if his wife finds out about the money, he will be in big trouble. He might not have superpowers, like the women in her family, but his heart and love towards the family make us wish to have a supporting father just like Chil-goo.
3) The Glory
The manner in which Ha Do-yeong cares about her daughter is truly intriguing. He finds out that the child he loved and cared for all these years might not be his biological daughter. Yet his love remains just the same for her. Do-yeong depicts that he does not need a biological connection to become a father.
This K-drama truly depicts the depth of the bond of love. He tries his best to protect Ye-sol from all the dangers. He understands that his wife is the culprit and the reason behind Dong-eun’s situation.
He does not support her wrongdoings. He also understands how impactful the situation can be for his daughter. The dedication and love he has for his daughter truly resonates with us.
4) Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
This is yet another K-drama where we see how a single father tackles it all with ease. Bok-joo’s father has been her constant support while growing her. Her dreams are big.
Her father does anything and everything he can to make sure his daughter gets all the opportunities. He wants her to achieve her dreams of weightlifting. He also tries to hide his sickness from her. He does it so that she does not get worried and can focus on her sports fully.
Usually, we see fathers rely on their children while they are going through a rough patch. However, Chang-gul never puts any pressure on his daughter. His protectiveness towards his daughter also shines bright in this K-drama. He makes sure that Joon-hyung’s feelings for his daughter are not transient. In Bok-joo’s life, his father’s contribution is irreplaceable.
5) Queen Of Tears
This K-drama might be focused on Hong Hae-in and Hyun-woo’s story, but one cannot deny that Hong Soo-cheol stole the show with his love for his son. Unlike his sister, he is not aloof and distant.
He is very much present in his wife's and son’s lives. In the storyline, it is revealed that since his son’s birth, he has been the one feeding him. His son also only calms down when he carries him.
This truly depicts his devotion and love for his child. As the story progresses, it is revealed that his wife, Da-hye, has been hiding a big secret. Despite knowing the fact that Geon-u is not his son, Hong Soo-cheol’s love for him remained unwavering. Every time he is on screen, the viewers fawn over his love for his son. He is truly the type of father everyone deserves.
6) 18 Again
Life is all about second chances. Be it in relationships or with familial bonds, if we get a chance to reconnect with the people we love, then we should never give it up easily. This is just the case of Hong Dae-young. Becoming a father at a young age can be confusing. A father needs to take responsibility for a lot of things. Though he tried his best to give his children the best he could, as a college student, he did not have much power to provide.
Things start to get complicated for him and his wife. The love that they had for one another started to die down, and a wall grew between them. However, he gets a second chance when he wakes up as his 18-year-old self one day. Initially, he is completely bewildered. However, he slowly starts to understand the situation. He begins to reconnect with his son and daughter and also starts to bond with his wife.
He understands what went wrong for him. This K-drama is all about second chances, and how sometimes, fathers also need a chance to prove themselves.
7) Reply 1988
The fathers that we see in this K-drama each have their own ways to show love towards their children. Dong-il understands that he is not economically stable enough to provide all the extravagances to his children.
Yet he tries his best to give them the emotional support that they need. Emotional support from a father is a significant requirement for a child.
The scene where Dong-il buys a cake for Deok-sun after her emotional breakdown is truly remarkable in this K-drama. It is not an extravagant display. Yet these small moments add up to make a huge impact on his children’s lives.
8) Lovely Runner
Ryu Geun-deok is undoubtedly one of the most hilarious characters in this K-drama. As Sun-jae’s father, he is truly proud of all of his son’s achievements. Right from the moment he appears on screen, he grabs the attention of the viewers.
As the only parent in Sun-jae’s life, he becomes both the mother and father for his son. It is rare to see fathers understand the emotional state of their child. However, Geun-deok understands the rough patch Sun-jae is going through after his injury. He makes sure he receives all the love and care. He also tries to keep him happy all the time.
Despite his economic situation, he does not think twice before sending Sun-jae for better treatment outside Korea. He truly became the appa goals for the K-drama lovers.
9) When Life Gives You Tangerines
This list would be incomplete without Yang Gwan-sik. He is truly the most deserving character to be given the title of best dad and the best husband as well. Not only was he a great father in this K-drama, but he also made sure his children knew how well he treated his wife.
From the moment he became a father, he understood the challenges and responsibilities he needed to take up to become the best father for his children. When his mother tried to make his daughter a haenyeo, he did not think twice before completely cutting ties with his family and protecting his daughter.
The moments when he constantly assured his daughter to return to him if she finds any difficulty are truly what every child needs to hear from their fathers. He became the backbone a child needs while growing up. He proved that providing for his family does not only mean economic support. He left no stone unturned for the benefit of his children. Even while his son was in debt, he did not think twice before supporting him. He is not scared to show emotions. His tears and emotional response towards his children prove how strong he is.
10) All of Us Are Dead
In this K-drama, Nam So-ju’s contribution to his daughter’s life will be remembered throughout. Nam So-ju is a veteran firefighter and emergency worker, and when a virus outbreak turns his daughter's school, Hyosan High, into a zombie-infested nightmare, he actively participates in the rescue efforts. After the virus outbreak, his first instinct was to make sure his daughter was safe.
He did not want to stay in the safe zone after knowing that his daughter was battling danger. He did not think twice before putting himself in harm's way to protect his daughter. He sacrificed his life for the sake of his daughter.
This K-drama truly depicts how parents do not even think twice before sacrificing themselves to ensure the safety of their children.
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