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K-drama fans, get ready for a spectacular lineup this March! After a February packed with hits like My Dearest Nemesis and Newtopia, March 2025 promises an eclectic mix of romance, comedy, thrillers, and slice-of-life dramas featuring some of the biggest Hallyu stars. From Lee Dong Wook’s Divorce Insurance to IU and Park Bo Gum’s When Life Gives You Tangerines, there’s something for every K-drama enthusiast.
Here’s a closer look at the 9 upcoming Korean dramas that will have you hooked this March.
1. The Potato Lab – March 1
📺 Streaming on Netflix
🎭 Genre: Office Romance, Comedy
⭐ Starring: Kang Tae Oh, Lee Sun Bin
Kicking off March, The Potato Lab is a quirky office rom-com set in a rural potato research institute. The drama follows a passionate researcher obsessed with potatoes and a corporate director sent to restructure the company. Sparks fly as their clashing personalities lead to unexpected romance. If you love lighthearted romance with workplace banter, this one’s for you!
2. Mom and Mother – March 3
🎭 Genre: Family, Comedy, Slice of Life
⭐ Starring: Jeon Hye Jin, Jo Min Su, Jung Jin Young, Jeon Seok Ho
A hilarious yet heartwarming family drama, Mom and Mother follows a working mom who asks her own mother to take her daughter to after-school academies. However, things spiral out of control as the 7-year-old girl faces intense academic pressures in South Korea’s cutthroat education system. Expect an emotional yet funny take on generational parenting styles.
3. I Am a Running Mate – March 6
🎭 Genre: Coming-of-Age, School Drama
⭐ Starring: Lee Jung Shik, Choi Woo Sung, Hong Hwa Yeon
Written by the Oscar-winning screenwriter of Parasite, this high school drama follows a student whose reputation is ruined due to an embarrassing incident. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he’s nominated as a vice-presidential candidate in the school’s fierce student council election. This uplifting coming-of-age story is perfect for fans of political underdog narratives.
4. When Life Gives You Tangerines – March 7
📺 Streaming on Netflix
🎭 Genre: Romance, Slice of Life, Historical
⭐ Starring: IU, Park Bo Gum, Moon So Ri, Park Hae Joon (with a cameo by Kim Seon Ho)
A romantic K-drama set in 1950s Jeju Island, When Life Gives You Tangerines tells the story of a rebellious poet and her unyielding best friend, who has always loved her. This slow-burn, four-season romance follows their journey through life, love, and literature. With IU and Park Bo Gum leading the cast, this is set to be one of the most anticipated visually stunning dramas of the year!
5. The Art of Negotiation – March 8
🎭 Genre: Workplace Thriller, Drama
⭐ Starring: Lee Je Hoon, Kim Dae Myung, Sung Dong Il
A high-stakes corporate thriller, The Art of Negotiation follows a legendary Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) expert known for his brilliant yet ruthless negotiation skills. With gripping boardroom battles and corporate intrigue, this drama promises intense power struggles and mind games. If you enjoyed Suits or Money Game, this is a must-watch.
6. Hyper Knife – March 19
📺 Streaming on JioHotstar
🎭 Genre: Medical Crime Thriller
⭐ Starring: Park Eun Bin, Sul Kyung Gu, Yoon Chan Young, Park Byung Eun
A revenge-fueled medical crime thriller, Hyper Knife follows a disgraced neurosurgeon who performs illegal surgeries in secret to continue her research. However, she soon reunites with her former mentor—the very person who ruined her career. A dark, morally complex battle of wits ensues, exploring the thin line between medical ambition and ethical dilemmas.
7. Villains Everywhere – March 19
🎭 Genre: Family Sitcom
⭐ Starring: Oh Na Ra, Soo Yoo Jin, Seo Hyun Chul
A hilarious sitcom centering around two feisty sisters, Villains Everywhere tells the story of a former flight attendant and a Korean cuisine researcher as they juggle their chaotic families. Expect laugh-out-loud moments and touching family bonds as they navigate marriage, work, and relationships.
8. Heo’s Diner – March 24
🎭 Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Food Drama
⭐ Starring: EXO’s Xiumin, WSJN’s Exy, Lee Sae On, Lee Soo Min
A time-traveling food drama, Heo’s Diner follows Joseon’s first food columnist, who suddenly finds himself in modern-day Seoul. With his aesthetic perfectionism and photographic memory, he accidentally opens a restaurant with a young woman. The fusion of historical charm and modern cuisine makes this drama a unique blend of romance, humor, and mouthwatering food visuals.
9. Divorce Insurance – March 31
📺 Streaming on Amazon Prime Video
🎭 Genre: Office Romance, Comedy
⭐ Starring: Lee Dong Wook, Lee Joo Bin, Lee Kwang Soo, Lee Da Hee
What if divorces came with insurance plans? Divorce Insurance is an office rom-com centered on a three-time divorcee working at an insurance company that develops divorce policies. His cynical view on love is challenged when he meets an optimistic colleague who just went through a divorce. Expect witty banter, romantic misunderstandings, and a fresh take on modern relationships.
Which drama are you most excited for?
March 2025 is shaping up to be a K-drama lover’s dream month with its diverse lineup of heartwarming romances, thrilling crime sagas, hilarious comedies, and thought-provoking slice-of-life stories. Whether you’re a fan of slow-burn historical romance (When Life Gives You Tangerines), high-stakes medical thrillers (Hyper Knife), or lighthearted office rom-coms (Divorce Insurance), there’s something for everyone.
✨ Which drama are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! ✨
