International Women’s Day 2025: 5 female-centric K-dramas every Korean cinema fan should watch
International Women’s Day 2025: 5 female-centric K-dramas every Korean cinema fan should watch
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, here are five female-centric K-dramas that highlight strong, resilient women overcoming challenges and empowering others.
Queenmaker: Queenmaker focuses on a powerful fixer, who uses her skills to transform a civil rights lawyer into the next mayor and take down her former employer. The series stars Kim Hee-ae, Moon So-ri, and Ryu Soo-young. The drama delves into themes of power, manipulation, and political intrigue, as the fixer battles against corruption while navigating complex moral dilemmas.
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Thirty Nine: The drama revolves around three best friends who experience life, love and loss on the brink of turning forty. The show stars Son Ye-jin, Jeon Mi-do, and Kim Ji-hyun in the lead roles. The series beautifully explores the complexities of friendship, personal growth, and the emotional struggles that come with life's transitions, offering a heartfelt portrayal of women navigating their thirties.
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Strong Woman Do Bong-soon: This charming and empowering drama follows Do Bong-soon, a young woman with superhuman strength. She navigates her powerful abilities, personal relationships, and ambitions with grace, proving that true strength comes from within and the courage to stand up for others.
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Vincenzo: While this drama primarily focuses on the character of Vincenzo, the role of Hong Cha-young, a sharp and fearless lawyer, is equally pivotal. Cha-young’s determination to fight for justice, alongside her witty and confident personality, makes her one of the standout characters in the series.
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The World of the Married: This intense drama follows Ji Sun-woo, a successful doctor whose seemingly perfect life begins to unravel due to betrayal. The series showcases her journey of heartbreak, revenge, and reclaiming her power, making it one of the most compelling female-centric K-Dramas.
