5 K-dramas streaming on Hulu that should definitely be on your New Year binge watchlist

Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born | Image Via: Studio Dragon, Big Mouth | Image Via: AStory, Rookie Cops | Image Via: Studio&NEW, Light Shop | Image Via: Mr. Romance
Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born | Image Via: Studio Dragon, Big Mouth | Image Via: AStory, Rookie Cops | Image Via: Studio&NEW, Light Shop | Image Via: Mr. Romance

The world of K-dramas is becoming a go-to option for viewers all around the world, not just for the intriguing storylines but also for the breathtaking performances of the cast members. It cannot be denied that K-dramas truly have stories that can be watched for every mood.

During this New Year season, as you sit back with your loved ones to watch TV shows, these five K-dramas can definitely be on your watchlist to binge-watch, which are also easily available on Hulu.


5 K-dramas streaming on Hulu that should definitely be on your New Year binge watchlist

1) Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born

Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born | Image Via: Studio Dragon
Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born | Image Via: Studio Dragon

Multiple award-winning Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born definitely deserves a place in your watchlist for its depiction of the rise of the singing talent, Jeong-nyeon. The storyline uses the post-Korean War era as the backdrop. It brings life to the era of the 1950s. There is a combination of historical elements, along with the struggles Jeong-nyeon goes through.

She treads the path of gaining fame with her melodious voice. It is definitely not an easy task for her. These aspects make this series worth investing your time in. The intriguing performance of Kim Tae-ri in this series truly depicts her acting prowess and ability to completely embody Jeong-nyeon’s character.


2) Revenant

Revenant | Image Via: Studio S
Revenant | Image Via: Studio S

Elements of horror and fantasy in TV shows are always something to look forward to. In this K-drama, these elements become the driving factor of the storyline. Gu San-yeong’s life takes a complete turn after she comes across her dead father’s belongings. Soon, she begins to experience circumstances where people around her begin to end their lives.

This raises her worry as she sets out on a journey to find the truth along with a folklore professor, Yeom Hae-sang. The aspect of horror in this series leaves a lasting impact. This is especially because of the way the horror is woven into the storyline. Yet another Kim Tae-ri K-drama, this series also features the very talented Oh Jung-se as Yeom Hae-sang.


3) Big Mouth

Big Mouth | Image Via: AStory
Big Mouth | Image Via: AStory

A blend of legal drama along with crime, Big Mouth dives deep into the struggles Park Chang-ho goes through after he finds himself in the middle of a conspiracy. Park Chang-ho’s simple life as a lawyer turns upside down after he takes on a big case but fails to deliver.

He ends up getting blamed for a crime. This leads him to be jailed. The aspect of the slow unfolding of the crime, along with the intense performance of the very talented Lee Jong-suk, makes this series a binge-worthy gem.


4) Rookie Cops

Rookie Cops | Image Via: Studio&NEW
Rookie Cops | Image Via: Studio&NEW

A lighthearted storyline featuring the lives of rookie cops as they begin their training at the Korean National Police University (KNPU) so that they are able to join the police force.

The intertwined stories of Wi Seung-hyun and Go Eun-kang as they navigate through this new facet of life help them develop themselves through the many challenges that they come across.


5) Light Shop

Light Shop | Image Via: Mr. Romance
Light Shop | Image Via: Mr. Romance

A unique K-drama filled with elements of horror and mystery, with a stellar cast. The storyline dives into the unfolding of the horrifying experiences that a group of strangers have gone through, which makes them get intrigued by a light shop.

There are many secrets that this light shop and the light shop owner hold. Ju Ji-hoon, along with Park Bo-young, brings life to the storyline, along with other cast members such as Kim Seol-hyun, Bae Seong-woo, etc.


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Edited by KOUSHIKI ROY