Fantasy films have a special allure—they present stories that go beyond reality but still evoke very real emotions. The K-Dramas below not only contain fantastical elements but also place characters in difficult situations that force them to make important decisions. If you were captivated by Who Is She!, you definitely won’t want to miss these films!
🔥 The Successful Formula of Fantasy K-Dramas
There’s a reason why fantasy films are always hot in the world of K-Dramas. Here are three key factors that make this genre addictive:
🌀 Magic but Relatable: Whether it involves time travel or body swapping, these stories are based on genuine emotions that anyone can relate to.
💔 Love and Fate: Love is not always simple—sometimes it’s tested by time, space, or even a curse.
🔄 Life-Changing Choices: When characters have the opportunity to change their fate, can they create a happier ending?
If you’re curious about this, let’s explore the five films below!
🆕 1. Marry My Husband (2024) – If You Could Get Revenge on Those Who Betrayed You?
Story: Kang Ji Won (Park Min Young) discovers that her husband is cheating with her best friend. When she confronts them, she is betrayed and killed by her husband. But fate gives her another chance—she wakes up in the past, before everything happened. This time, she is determined to change everything.
Why You Should Watch This Film:
✅ A clever revenge story that is not only emotional but also a tense battle of wits.
✅ The transformation of the female lead—from a passive person to someone who takes control of her fate.
If it were you:
👉 Would you forgive or seize the opportunity to get revenge on those who hurt you?
👉 Link to watch the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26628595/
🕰 2. Lovely Runner – If You Could Go Back to the Past, Would You Change Everything?
Story: Im Sol (Kim Hye Yoon) accidentally travels back to high school after witnessing her beloved, Ryu Sun Jae (Byeon Woo Seok), suffer a tragedy. With knowledge from the future, she tries to change his fate. But will everything be as easy as she thinks?
Why You Should Watch This Film:
✅ An emotional time travel story—not just to save someone but also to understand oneself.
✅ A beautiful love story full of challenges—can you change the past, but can you change the heart?
If it were you:
👉 Would you dare to change the past knowing it could have unforeseen consequences?
👉 Fans on Viki have praised the film for its emotional storytelling, with many sharing their personal takeaways and engaging in meaningful conversations about its thought-provoking plot.
🎭 3. The Beauty Inside – If You Transformed into a Different Person Every Month?
Story: Han Se Gye (Seo Hyun Jin) is a famous actress, but she has a strange secret: every month, she turns into a completely different person. Meanwhile, Seo Do Jae (Lee Min Ki) suffers from face blindness. One constantly changing appearance, one unable to recognize anyone—can they fall in love?
Why You Should Watch This Film:
✅ Exploring the meaning of self—when appearance is no longer what defines a person.
✅ A unique love story where emotions matter more than anything.
If it were you:
👉 Could you love someone without caring about their appearance?
🔄 4. Branding in Seongsu – If You Swapped Bodies with the Person You Hate the Most?
Story: Kang Na Eon (Kim Ji Eun) is a cold marketing expert, while So Eun Ho (Lomon) is a cheerful and kind colleague. They hate each other, but one day, an accident causes them to swap bodies. This forces them to live each other’s lives and gain a better understanding of one another.
Why You Should Watch This Film:
✅ A new approach to body swapping—not just humorous but also profound.
✅ A lesson on empathy and understanding in work and life.
If it were you:
👉 Would you dare to live in the body of the person you hate the most?
👉 The film is an interesting mix of fantasy, humor, and a slowly developing emotional connection.
🐶 5. A Good Day to Be a Dog – If You Kiss Someone and Turn into a Dog?
Story: Han Hae Na (Park Gyu Young) carries a family curse: if she kisses anyone, she turns into a dog at night, and only that person can kiss her back in dog form to break the curse. Ironically, the person she accidentally kisses is Jin Seo Won (Cha Eun Woo), a guy who is afraid of dogs.
Why You Should Watch This Film:
✅ An awkward yet humorous and endearing curse.
✅ Love overcoming fear—when you love someone but they are your “nightmare.”
If it were you:
👉 What would you do if you were stuck with a strange curse that you couldn’t explain to anyone?
👉 As noted by fans on MyDramaList, this drama masterfully blends humor, fantasy, and romance, creating a unique story that keeps viewers hooked from start to finish.
💬 What Would You Do If You Were in Their Shoes?
Whether it’s time travel, body swapping, or carrying a strange curse, each film in this list raises an interesting question about life. If you were given the chance to change your fate, what would you do?
Have you watched any of these films? Or is there another fantasy K-Drama that makes you wonder, “If it were me, what would I do?” Feel free to share your thoughts! 🚀✨
