[Ishani's Picks] Top 10 K-Dramas With Considerably Trigger Free Central Plotlines

Part of what has made Korean dramas so popular globally in recent years is its amalgamation of fantastic idealism and the realism of modern society coupled with its representation through varied lenses. However, sometimes all you need is a good laugh, especially one that is undisturbed by feelings that are uncalled for. If you're looking for a K-Drama that you can watch without worrying about triggers, here are 10 that will be perfectly up your alley!

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"Modern Farmer"

A pure comedy with humour that is not intellectually demanding, this drama will both tug at your heartstrings and make your stomach hurt from laughing. Starring Lee Hanee, Lee Hong-ki, Lee Si-eon, Park Min-woo, and Kwak Dong-yeon in the leading roles, this drama still has us wishing for a reunion after 7 years.

"The Legend of the Blue Sea"

A male lead who believes in taking from the rich and getting rich in turn and a female lead who is quite literally a mermaid make for a romantic comedy that is one for the K-Drama history books. Lee Min-ho and Jun Ji-hyun's electric chemistry is unbeatable and there are no two ways about it.

"Touch Your Heart"

A romance that makes you believe that soulmates are people you choose to be yours rather than two people who are brought together by fate, "Touch Your Heart" is as wholesome as it gets. If you don't mind the discussion of criminal cases on a legal front, even though they do always end in happy resolutions, this drama will be perfect for you.

"Splash Splash Love"

If you're looking for a quick fix to shoo your blues away, watch "Splash Splash Love", a short form drama where a high school student, Jang Dan-bi (played by Kim Seul-gi) who runs away from her college entrance exams ends up teleporting back in time to Joseon and falling in love with the King, Yi Do (played by Yoon Doo-joon). If you've been watching K-Dramas for a while, this plotline probably doesn't sound too absurd but the novelty of this story will truly win your heart.

"Welcome to Waikiki"

"Welcome to Waikiki" is truly a comfort drama and there are no two ways about it. Featuring colourful characters, a lighthearted yet endearing plotline, and dynamic relationships built on love, friendship, and trust, this drama is situational comedy at its best. Even though we did get a season 2 of the drama which is just as incredible as the first, if not more, we cannot help but wish for a reunion of the original cast.

"Marriage, Not Dating"

"Marriage, Not Dating" is a fluffy romantic comedy that will leave you feeling your best. It makes you believe in the sweetness of love rather than the tribulations of relationships and the characters are so loveable that you'll find yourself rewatching particular episodes over and over again. If you're a fan of romantic comedies, "Marriage, Not Dating" will undoubtedly make it to your top 10 list.

"Her Private Life"

Park Min-young and Kim Jae-wook strike up a fabulous chemistry in this drama that will give you all the butterflies and the giggles. With a host of wonderful secondary characters who tell their own story just as wonderfully as the lead characters, this drama will entertain you for its entire runtime without going overboard.

"The Best Hit"

A youthful drama about growing pains, music, love and friendship brought together by an immaculate sense of humour, "The Best Hit" deserves a lot more love from the romcom fandom. What makes this drama so special is the generational nature of storytelling and a wide perspective on different relationships. Yoon Si-yoon in particular is an absolute scene-stealer in this drama.

"Fight For My Way"

When it comes to K-Dramas, "Fight For My Way" is like one's first love. You can never really forget how it made you feel and in vulnerable moments, you keep going back to it. The Park Seo-joon and Kim Ji-won couple is truly evergreen and will go down in K-Drama history for being as iconic as it gets.

"Reply 1988"

If you're looking for a family drama that will most definitely make you appreciate your loved ones even more than you already do, "Reply 1988" would be your best bet. A drama that highlights the importance of chosen family, "Reply 1988" feels like a warm hug on a cold winter night. Now that we're officially experiencing sweater weather, it is the perfect time to watch this drama for the first time.

By Ishani Sarkar