As a diverse genre, K-drama encompasses a wide variety of popular subgenres like fantasy, romance, thriller, comedy, melodrama, and more. K-drama shows have brought forth many impactful stories and a wide range of experiences, both emotional and memorable. In other words, the Korean drama industry has produced many iconic scenes that fans enjoy watching.
This includes Gong Yoo’s famous walking scene from Guardian: The Lonely and Great God or Goblin. Another noteworthy mention would be of True Beauty’s “Okey Dokey” scene, featuring Hwang In-Youp. These scenes have remained unforgettable among K-drama fans. Other shows like Reply 1988 and It’s Okay to Not Be Okay have also left an indelible mark on the fandom.
Goblin or Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, also known as Goblin, remains one of the classics in the genre of K-drama. This fantasy romance series features several memorable scenes. One of these includes Kim Shin, aka the Goblin (Gong Yoo), saving Ji Eun-Tak (Kim Go-Eun) and twenty other people from a fatal accident. On the other hand, in a funny scene, the Grim Reaper (Lee Dong-Wook) gets hooked on K-drama.
However, in one of the most phenomenal scenes in K-drama history, Goblin and the Grim Reaper walk side-by-side to save Ji Eun-Tak. The shadowy and intense atmosphere, enhanced by the slow-motion effect, lifts the scene to another level.
Viewers can watch Guardian: The Lonely and Great God on Viki and Netflix.
Reply 1988
Reply 1988 is one of the most heartwarming and nostalgic K-drama shows. The series has presented viewers with some notable scenes, such as Kim Jung-Hwan (Ryu Jun-Yeol) doing his father’s famous greeting for the first time to cheer him up. In another instance, Sung Deok-Sun’s (Lee Hye-Ri) struggles as a middle child are equally memorable.
However, one of the most riveting scenes is when Kim Jung-Hwan finally confesses to Sung Deok-Sun and then pretends it to be a joke. This remains a significant event in the series.
Reply 1988 is currently available on Viki and Netflix.
True Beauty
True Beauty is a fan favorite for the love triangle of Lim Ju-Kyung (Moon Ga-Young), Lee Su-Ho (Cha Eun-Woo), and Han Seo-Jun (Hwang In-Youp). True Beauty has several noteworthy moments throughout the entire series.
However, the scene that has been stuck in viewers’ minds is when Han Seo-Jun is enjoying the hit track “Okey Dokey” by Zico and Mino in his leopard print boxers and blue bathrobe. What makes the scene even more iconic is the fact that Han Seo-Jun has no idea that Lim Ju-Kyung is watching him at that moment.
Viewers can watch the series on Viki and Netflix.
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay is another K-drama that is considered a classic for many reasons. The striking chemistry between Moon Gang-Tae (Kim Soo-Hyun) and Ko Moon-Young (Seo Yea-Ji) is wonderful. Moreover, their friendship with Moon Gang-Tae’s brother Moon Sang-Tae (Oh Jung-Se) is adorable.
However, the scene from It’s Okay to Not Be Okay that remains special for many viewers is Ko Moon-Young confessing her love to Moon Gang-Tae, saying, “Saranghae. Saranghae, Gang Tae-ssi. Saranghandago! Saranghandanikka! Jinjja neomu neomu saranghae!” (“I love you. I love you Gang-Tae. I love you! I said I love you! I love you so much!”)
The audience can watch the K-drama on Netflix and Viki.
Descendants of the Sun
Descendants of the Sun is another beloved series among K-drama viewers. Song Joon-Ki’s charismatic portrayal of Captain Yoo Si-Jin and his heart-melting on-screen chemistry with Doctor Kang Mo-Yeon (Song Hye-Kyo) is remarkable. The scene where Yoo Si-Jin knocks Kang Mo-Yeon’s phone and catches it, is deemed as unforgettable by the K-drama fandom.
Viewers can binge-watch the series on Netflix and Viki.
Some other K-drama shows with impactful scenes include the likes of Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, Fight For My Way, Welcome To Waikiki, What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim?, My Love From The Star, and many more.
