April 2025 is set to be an exciting month for K-drama enthusiasts, with a diverse lineup of new releases spanning romance, fantasy, crime, and melodrama. From heartwarming love stories to intense thrillers, this month’s dramas promise to captivate audiences with compelling narratives, star-studded casts, and high production values. Whether you’re looking for a feel-good rom-com, a gripping revenge saga, or a sentimental journey, these upcoming dramas have something for everyone.

Main Casts: Gong Myung as Kim Ram-u, Kim Min-ha as Hui-wan​

Director: Choi Ha Na​

Writer: Song Hyun Ju, Jang In Jeong

Number of Episodes: 6

Date of Release: April 3, 2025​

Network/Streamer: TVING​

Genre: Fantasy, Romance​

Synopsis: Hui-wan, a 24-year-old woman burdened by life’s hardships, encounters her first love, Kim Ram-u, who had passed away years earlier. Now appearing as a grim reaper, Ram-u informs Hui-wan that she has only one week left to live. This unexpected reunion leads them on a poignant journey, revisiting past memories and exploring unresolved feelings, as they come to terms with life, love, and impending farewells.​

Trivia: This drama marks Gong Myung’s return to the small screen after completing his military service.​

Main Casts: Park Hae-soo, Shin Min-a, Lee Hee-joon, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Kwang-soo, Gong Seung-yeon​

Director: Lee Il-hyung

Writer: Lee Il-hyung​

Number of Episodes: 6​

Date of Release: April 4, 2025​

Network/Streamer: Netflix​

Genre: Crime Thriller​

Synopsis: The lives of six individuals become entangled following a mysterious accident. Among them are a man who makes an irreversible deal, a doctor haunted by childhood trauma, a debt-ridden investor, and a wrongfully dismissed employee. As they pursue their desires, they find themselves ensnared in a web of fate and consequence, leading to a series of events that challenge their morals and destinies.​

Trivia: The series is based on the Kakao Webtoon “Ill-fated Relationship” by Choi Hee-seon.​

Main Casts: Roh Jeong-eui as Bunny (Ban Hee-jin), Lee Chae-min as Hwang Jae-yeol, Jo Joon-young as Cha Ji-won

Director: Kim Ji-hoon​

Writer: Sung So-eun, Lee Sul​

Number of Episodes: 12​

Date of Release: April 4, 2025​

Network/Streamer: MBC TV​

Genre: Romance, Coming-of-Age

Synopsis: Bunny, a young sculpture student, finds herself surrounded by five attractive boys after a heartbreaking first love. Navigating the complexities of college life, friendships, and budding romances, Bunny’s journey is a heartfelt exploration of youth, love, and self-discovery.​

Trivia: The series is adapted from the popular Kakao Webtoon of the same name, which has garnered over 170 million views.​

Main Casts: Go Youn-jung, Shin Si-ah, Han Ye-ji, Kang You-seok, Jung Joon-won​

Director: Lee Min-soo ​

Writer: Kim Song-hee

Number of Episodes: 12

Date of Release: April 12, 2025​

Network/Streamer: tvN, Netflix

Genre: Medical, Slice of Life​

Synopsis: A spin-off of “Hospital Playlist,” this series delves into the lives of obstetrics and gynecology residents at Yulje Medical Center’s Jongno branch. As they navigate the challenges of a less popular department, the residents form deep bonds, face personal and professional dilemmas, and experience the joys and sorrows inherent in the medical field.​

Trivia: The series addresses Korea’s declining birth rate, adding a socio-cultural layer to the narrative.​

Main Casts: Yook Sung-jae, Kim Ji-yeon, Kim Ji-hoon

Director: Yoon Seong-sik

Writer: Yoon Soo-jung

Number of Episodes: 16​

Date of Release: April 18, 2025​

Network/Streamer: SBS TV​

Genre: Historical, Fantasy, Romance​

Synopsis: Set during the Joseon era, royal inspector Yoon-gap reunites with his first love, Yeo-ri, the granddaughter of a shaman. Their rekindled romance faces peril as Yoon-gap becomes possessed by an evil spirit, and Yeo-ri must harness her ancestral shamanistic powers to save him, all while navigating court intrigues and political ambitions.​

Main Casts: Kim Hye-ja as Lee Hae-sook, Son Suk-ku as Go Nak-joon, Han Ji-min, Lee Jung-eun, Ryu Deok-hwan

Director: Kim Seok-yoon​

Writer: Lee Nam-gyu​

Number of Episodes: 12

Date of Release: April 19, 2025

Network/Streamer: JTBC, Netflix

Genre: Romance, Fantasy​

Synopsis: Lee Hae-sook, an 80-year-old woman, passes away and ascends to heaven, where she reunites with her husband, Go Nak-joon, who appears as a young man. Despite her age, Hae-sook retains her elderly form in the afterlife, leading to a unique and heartwarming journey as they navigate their eternal love amidst the celestial realm.​

Trivia: The drama reunites director Kim Seok-yoon with actress Kim Hye-ja, who previously collaborated on the acclaimed series “The Light in Your Eyes.”​

Main Casts: Lee Jun-young as Do Hyun-joon, Jung Eun-ji as Lee Mi-ran, Lee Mi-do, Lee Seung-woo​

Director: Park Joon Soo, Choi Yeon Soo

Writer: Kim Ji Soo

Number of Episodes: 12

Date of Release: April 30, 2025​

Network/Streamer: KBS2​

Genre: Romantic Comedy​

Synopsis: Do Hyun-joon, a former bodybuilding champion who vanished from the spotlight, now owns a fitness center specializing in posture correction and anxiety relief. Lee Mi-ran, reeling from a recent breakup, joins the gym to rebuild her confidence. As they collaborate on her fitness journey, sparks fly, leading to a heartwarming romance that intertwines personal growth with physical wellness.​

Trivia: The drama’s alternate title is “24-Hour Health Club,” reflecting the gym’s around-the-clock operations.

April 2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic month for K-drama lovers, offering a mix of genres that cater to every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for swoon-worthy romance, spine-chilling thrillers, or deeply emotional storytelling, this month’s lineup promises to deliver unforgettable moments. With top-tier actors, gripping plots, and stunning cinematography, these dramas are set to make a lasting impression. So, grab your popcorn, clear your schedule, and get ready to dive into a month filled with drama, excitement, and heartfelt storytelling!