Netflix and YouTube are my best friends when it comes to Korean TV shows.

Shortly after I got into K-Pop, I started watching variety shows on YouTube that would have my favorite K-Pop groups as guests, and that led to my interest in Korean TV shows.

Almost every Korean drama I’ve seen has had an amazing production. I absolutely love it when the look of a TV show resembles that of a film. Everything is crystal clear. The lighting is always perfect, the scenes are absolutely beautiful and the character’s wardrobes are to die for. I love romantic-themed shows, and I’ve noticed that sometimes the romantic comedies have a similar story line.

In South Korea, a “chaebol” is someone who owns or is in a family that owns a wealthy business conglomerate. These people drip with wealth. Usually, the plot follows a girl from a not-so-rich family and a conceited guy who is loaded with money. They both meet by chance and end up falling for each other, but the guy’s parents usually reject the relationship and recommend someone of a higher background or class. The couple eventually persuades the parents and the two live happily ever after.

My recent obsession is “Descendants of the Sun,” which is about a doctor and a captain of the South Korean Special Forces Unit who fall in love despite the demands of their occupations. Another obsession is “Cunning Single Lady,” which is about a woman who divorced her husband because they were living in poverty and then plots revenge on him for ruining her life after he becomes wealthy. I’ve watched this drama more than once.

Watching a show in a different language opens a door to cultural differences, and it also creates the opportunity to learn and understand. You may even start to pick up on a few words in the language after hearing it so much.

The next time you’re on Netflix, I recommend you check out the “Korean TV Shows” section. If I just helped you find your new hobby… you’re welcome.