K-Dramas Inspired by True Stories

RIVANSHI RAKHRAI

Drawing from the non-fiction work "Things Left Behind," this poignant series sheds light on trauma cleaners, individuals who handle the aftermath of deaths. Kim Sae Byul's essay, founder of Bio Hazard trauma cleaning company, provided insight into the practice of 'godoska'.

Move To Heaven

Inspired by the life of MMA fighter Choo Sung Hoon and his wife Yano Shiho, this slice-of-life drama highlights the challenges faced by athletes' families.

Fight For My Way

Although not entirely accurate, this drama is based on the historical figure Empress Ki, who rose from humble beginnings to become one of Korea's most influential empresses.

The Empress Ki

Shubman Gill

Set in the late 1980s, this fictional drama provides a glimpse into the daily lives of South Koreans, weaving in real historical events and cultural nuances of the era.

Reply 1988

This series delves into the story of King Jin Heung, who established the Hwarang, an elite warrior group from the Silla Kingdom, who later became legendary generals and military leaders.

Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth

Based on a true incident, South Korean actress Jung Yang's real-life experience inspired the plot, depicting a woman rescued after her paraglider crashes into the North-South Korean border.

Crash Landing On You