The entertainment industry is pretty broad these days. People are not limited to seeing their national productions. But they are more open-minded to watch a variety of foreign-made shows and dramas. They are broadening their vision and scope and they want to see things that are created by different industries.
This globalization of entertainment and the availability of online content has paved the way for several different entertainment industries such as the Korean entertainment and film industry.
Today, everyone is talking about kdramas. People are obsessed to the point where they have stopped watching other movies and series and are investing their time in Korean movies and series. So what is the reason behind this sudden obsession and liking for kdramas all over the world?
These are some of the reasons behind this sudden popularity.
Stories keep the viewer interested.
People are bored with the same old tropes and the same old stories. Korean dramas have come with hope for those looking for unexpected plot lines. Kdramas, whether comedy, action, romance, or fantasy, tend to offer great stories.
They start with a certain idea and end with another. The stories will keep one guessing what will happen next, how relationships will evolve, and what the endgame will be. They have some wacky ideas that surprise many.
Fun and quirky story and characters
Kdramas are known for their ability to choose character quirks. Almost every drama will have characters with a characteristic quirk, which makes them laugh a lot. The Korean industry understands that people love to laugh, so they put comedic substance into their stories.
The comedy here is not just about jokes but is drawn from everything and anything like the characters’ mannerisms, expressions and habits that can make a split.
Visually pleasing cinematography
One thing that makes kdramas stand out from many other shows and dramas from other parts of the world is their visual factor. The kdramas are bright, colorful and brilliant, and almost dreamlike at times. Some scenes will look like they were cut from some old and new fairy tale.
They put a lot of effort into how mundane things like a table with food or someone’s house or a simple street with shops on the side will look on camera. This makes the viewing experience a great joy for viewers.
Fascinating soundtrack
Lastly, one factor that drives people into the kdrama category is its attractive and enjoyable soundtracks. Almost every movie one will watch, specifically the romantic ones, has the most beautiful OST. Most of the time, the songs will match the mood of the scene, whether it’s sad, emotional and happy, or action-packed.
The four mentioned above are the main reasons why kdramas are so popular among international viewers. But, in addition to these, there are other factors such as attractive actors/actresses; great style, family themes and tasteful romantic scenes that make people go crazy for kdramas.
