UPSIZE PH | Romantic K-dramas worth binge-watching

Let's be honest, watching Korean dramas is what has kept many of us occupied and entertained in quarantine.

For the love month, here are some Korean dramas worth watching on Viu:

True Beauty

"True Beauty" is an adaptation of the webtoon of the same title. The story circles around the main character, Im Ju-kyung, and her two lives: the bookworm and no makeup Ju-kyungwho loves horror films and metal rock music, and the all dolled-up Ju Kyung who is known as her new school’s “goddess."

#ViuItRight if… you love a good coming-of-age romantic-comedy series. Unlike the webtoon, the adaptation mostly focuses on Im Ju-kyung's high school life. The drama tells how it is to be a teenager. It also tackles serious and sensitive topics like bullying, suicide and family misunderstandings.

#ViuTogether with… your family and friends. This drama can be enjoyed by just about anyone, as there’s always an aspect or two that one can relate to

Mr. Queen

Jang Bong-hwan is a modern-day chef who has a talent for cooking good food and wooing women. Thanks to his culinary skills, the Korean chef became well-known in the industry. Everything was going his way, until he got accused of something he didn’t do. Jang Bong-hwan then found himself getting chased by police officers, which ultimately led to an accident he never would have imagined: He fell from a high building to a pool and woke up as the queen of Joseon.

#ViuItRight if… you’re into comedy but also love historical dramas. This Joseon-era romance is unlike anything that Korean drama fans are used to. "Mr. Queen" combines modern-day elements, a bit of gender-bending and a lot of comedy.

#ViuTogether with… your friends and siblings who love historical dramas.

The Beauty Inside (dubbed in Tagalog)

Han Se-gye, a celebrity who always gets into trouble for suddenly disappearing at a certain time each month, starts to work as a model for an airline company managed by strict company director Seo Do-jae. While it may seem like their personalities are very different, the two actually share a secret. Han Se-gye actually transforms into different people every month, while Seo Do-jae is unable to recognize people by their physical appearance due to a condition called prosopagnosia (also known as face blindness). Will their difference compliment or contradict each other?

#ViuItRight if… you love a good fantasy drama with a mix of reality.

#ViuTogether with… your significant other who also enjoys romance, or your girl friends who love a good drama with a simple message despite its complex storyline.

Emergency Couple (dubbed in Tagalog)

Oh Jin-hee and Oh Chang-min were very much in love with each other during their early 20s. Their strong feelings for each other led to marriage, despite the differences in their economic backgrounds and the opposition coming from Oh Chang-min's family. However, as time went by, their financial status took a toll on their relationship and — as much as we would like to believe that love conquers all — eventually led to the couple’s divorce.

The two then decided to start anew, only to find themselves working at the same hospital in the same emergency department as interns. Will they rekindle their romance or will this situation only make their work life difficult?

#ViuItRight if… you want a refreshing drama that starts with mending a broken relationship, instead of slow-burn or fast-paced romances.

#ViuTogether with… your female friends. You can even recommend this series to your mom.

Descendants of the Sun

This is the love story of a military officer and a doctor. Their differences ended what could have been a relationship before it even started.

Destiny seems to find a way to get them together as they meet again in war-torn Uruk.

#ViuItRight if… you want to feel kilig, but also want that adrenaline rush that comes from the well-coordinated action scenes.

#ViuTogether with… your significant other. "Descendants Of The Sun" isn’t all about romance, the mix of comedy and action would be something you and your partner would enjoy. Plus, this series stars Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo.

For Valentine’s Day, Filipino K-drama enthusiasts are getting a special treat from Viu and Kraver’s Canteen.

For a limited time, Viu-ers can share a photo of their favorite K-drama moments for the chance to win a snack box, Php 1,000 pesos worth of Korean food for two or a premium Korean grill set good for a Valentine’s Viu-ing Party! Terms and Conditions apply.

Submissions qualified are those submitted only from February 8 – 11. For more information, go to the Viu Philippines Facebook page or the Viuniverse Facebook Group. Winners will be announced from February 26–28, 2021.