In fact, several beloved K-drama classics are based on manhwa.
Here are five K-drama classics adapted from manhwa that have left a lasting impact on audiences.
Adapted from Bang Hak-gi’s manhwa Damo Nam-soon, this series was one of the earliest manhwa-based K-drama hits.
Princess Hours was a breakout hit that mixed royal fantasy, teen romance, and palace intrigue.
Its a standout for fans of genre-bending storytelling and dark romanticism.
There, he meets Yoon So-ah, a neuropsychiatrist whos fated to serve him.
From palace intrigues to supernatural love stories, manhwa adaptations have offered K-dramas a vibrant narrative palette to explore.
These five classics showcase how the illustrated page can transform into an addictive television series.
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