Having a bad day? Skip the rant and dive into these Korean dramas that are pure serotonin. From outrageous slapstick to endearing chaos, these eight shows offer the perfect mix of ridiculous humor and heartfelt moments. They won’t fix your life—but they’ll absolutely fix your mood.

Why These Korean Dramas Are the Ultimate Mood Boost

If laughing could count as therapy, these Korean dramas would be your daily prescription. Whether it’s absurd comedy, wild plot twists, or lovable characters who spiral into complete disaster, these shows know how to turn your day around.

1. Welcome to Waikiki – Slapstick Gold
If slapstick were an Olympic event, Welcome to Waikiki would be a medalist. It follows three broke guys running a failing guesthouse that quickly turns into a comedy minefield—complete with surprise babies, viral video fails, and guests who bring more chaos than cash. Whether it’s a guy chomping buffalo bones for fame or a girl waking up with a mustache, every episode snowballs into hysterical mayhem. Just when you think it’s all nonsense, it hits you with a heartfelt moment that makes the comedy even sweeter.

2. Mr. Queen – Time Travel Meets Hanbok Mayhem
Ever seen a modern chef trapped in the body of a Joseon queen? Mr. Queen makes it work—with chaotic energy, historical mischief, and meme-worthy moments galore. Imagine a grown man in royal robes dancing to BLACKPINK, all while navigating palace politics. The Queen, her maid, and a palace guard create comedic chemistry that rivals the best sitcom trios. And yes, there’s a bathhouse scene you’ll replay.

3. Business Proposal – Rom-Com Chaos Unleashed
What do you do when your goal is to bomb a blind date… but the guy proposes? That’s Business Proposal in a nutshell. Ha-ri shows up pretending to be her rich friend, rocking a red wig and chaotic energy. Her blind date turns out to be her company’s CEO, Kang Tae-moo, and instead of running, he’s intrigued. From fake dating to corporate mix-ups, it’s full of self-aware rom-com tropes that somehow feel fresh.

4. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon – Tiny Girl, Big Laughs
She’s cute, she’s small, and she can hurl gangsters like frisbees. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon mixes superhero antics with sweet romance and nonstop physical comedy. Watching Park Hyung-sik’s Min-hyuk go from terrified to hopelessly in love is half the fun. From cross-dressing dream sequences to villain smackdowns, it’s pure entertainment wrapped in charm.

5. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo – College Life, But Funnier
College dramas rarely get it this right. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo is funny, soft, and endlessly comforting. Bok Joo, a national weightlifter, isn’t worried about love—until it finds her in the form of her swimmer classmate, Joon Hyung. Their banter is adorable, their daydreams are hilarious, and the drama’s real strength lies in its gym squad and dad jokes.

6. Legend of the Blue Sea – Mermaid Comedy Gold
A mermaid with no concept of human norms ends up in Seoul—and chaos follows. Legend of the Blue Sea features Jun Ji-hyun crying pearls, impersonating horror movie villains, and confusing toothpaste for food. Lee Min-ho’s conman Joon-jae tries to keep up, but he’s clearly outmatched. With a historical twist and fantasy flair, it’s as heartwarming as it is hilarious.

7. Vincenzo – Mafia Meets Sitcom
Song Joong-ki’s mafia lawyer, Vincenzo, expects order and power. What he gets is a building full of eccentric tenants and a pigeon named Inzaghi. Dark, dry, and deliciously weird, Vincenzo is part crime thriller, part absurd comedy. Every serious moment is offset by tenants who act like they’re auditioning for a sitcom—and it somehow works.

8. Lovely Runner – Fangirl, But Make It Time Travel
At first glance, Lovely Runner seems like a basic idol drama. But then the time travel kicks in, and you’re hit with laugh-out-loud misunderstandings and emotional rollercoasters. Im Sol tries to save her idol from a tragic fate, but her every move gets misread as romantic interest. The comedy hits just as hard as the romance, especially with all the nostalgic 2000s callbacks and absurd high school hijinks.

Bonus Pick: Reply 1988 – Subtle, Real, and Warmly Funny
Reply 1988 doesn’t rely on gags—it wins you over with everyday moments. Set in a Seoul neighborhood during the 1988 Olympics, it follows five friends growing up in each other’s kitchens. Whether it’s sibling fights over snacks or parents getting emotional over exam scores, this show brings the laughs through relatability and love. For more latest news about Korean Drama, do check the link below.

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