The highly popular K-drama Lovely Runner airs its final episode 16 on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 8:50 p.m. KST on tvN and later on Viki. The plot revolves around fangirl Im-Sol (Kim Hye-Yoon), who travels back in time to save her idol Ryu Sun-Jae’s (Byeon Woo-Seok) life.
Since the K-drama premiered on April 8, 2024, fans have been deeply invested in the storyline and attached to the characters. The final episode marks a sad farewell to one of their favorite series this year.
Meanwhile, a few other popular and fan-favorite dramas might soothe the Lovely Runner ending blues for fans. Although the series ends this week, fans can tune in to some of their old and popular favorites to beat the sadness and void left by the Byeon Woo-Seok and Kim Hye-Yoon starrer. Check out a few of our recommendations for a good post-Lovely Runner binge-watch.
Crash Landing on You
Crash Landing on You is one of the most beloved K-dramas of all time. The series follows the story of a South Korean chaebol heiress, Yoon Se-Ri (Son Ye-Jin), who lands in North Korea after a paragliding mishap.
She crosses paths with North Korean soldier Ri Jeong-Hyeok (Hyun Bin), who rescues her, helps her hide in his own house, and plans to send her back home. In the meantime, the two closely understand each other and fall in love while navigating challenges due to their identities. The drama is available to stream on Netflix.
Queen of Tears
The recently concluded K-drama Queen of Tears broke viewership ratings when it surpassed the aforementioned Crash Landing on You, earning a 24.850% rating nationwide. Just like Lovely Runner, viewers were deeply invested in the series.
Meanwhile, the story follows a married couple and their troubles. Chaebol heiress Hong Hae-In (Kim Ji-Won) and her husband Baek Hyun-Woo (Kim Soo-Hyun) face marital problems. However, an unexpected turn of events brings them closer to falling in love again. The series is available to stream on Netflix.
Business Proposal
If you’re looking for a feel-good rom-com after Lovely Runner, Business Proposal promises to deliver on the same. The K-drama follows the story of Shin Ha-Ri (Kim Se-Jeong), who goes on a blind date pretending to be her friend to scare the suitor.
However, the suitor turns out to be Ha-Ri’s CEO, Kang Tae-Moo (Ahn Hyo-Seop), who makes a rather unusual proposal. Meanwhile, viewers can stream the K-drama on Netflix.
Descendants of the Sun
Descendants of the Sun is remembered as one of the most iconic K-dramas. The series revolves around two individuals – surgeon Kang Mo-Yeon (Song Hye-Kyo), who crosses paths with special forces officer Yoo Shi-Jin (Song Joong-Ki).
The two, with polar opposite philosophies, come together and bond during a period of war. They begin to deeply understand each other and fall in love while navigating the challenges of the time. The drama is available on multiple streaming platforms, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and more.
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
If you’re looking for some more romance and fantasy after Lovely Runner comes to an end, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God makes for a worthwhile watch. The popular series follows the story of the immortal goblin Kim Shin (Gong Yoo), who is looking for his bride. He wishes to find her so that she can pull out the sword stuck in his chest and end his life.
The goblin crosses paths with student Ji Eun-Tak (Kim Go-Eun), who claims she is his bride. The two get entangled to form a fateful connection. The series is available to stream on Viki and Netflix.
Meanwhile, don’t forget to watch the final Lovely Runner Episode 16 on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 8:50 p.m. KST on tvN and later on Viki.
