JTBC offers a wide selection of Korean drama in various genres, ranging from romance, comedy, drama, to fantasy. These dramas always succeed in piquing the curiosity of their viewers.
With their unique appeal, these dramas often offer interesting and unexpected storylines. JTBC itself has become one of the most popular South Korean television channels in Indonesia thanks to the Korean drama trend.
The dramas aired on JTBC clearly have the same appeal as other Korean dramas. This is evident in the fact that since Korean dramas became a popular phenomenon, there have been various JTBC shows that have successfully captured the attention and affection of viewers.
Here are some Korean dramas that will accompany you during your vacation, so don’t miss them!
Recommended Korean Drama Airing on JTBC
1. Beyond the Bar (2025)
Yoon Seok-hun (Lee Jin-uk) serves as a partner lawyer and head of the litigation team at Yullim Law Firm. Known for his calm demeanor and willingness to take risks, he often defeats his opponents with his innovative logical approach.
His expertise in the legal field is highly regarded by his colleagues. However, his seemingly cold demeanor and lack of small talk make him difficult to approach. Meanwhile, Kang Hyo-min (Jung Chae-yeon) is a rookie lawyer under Yoon Seok-hun’s tutelage.
Although he seemed awkward in social interactions, his determination and strong self-confidence helped him grow. While working together, the two often had differences of opinion.
2. Heavenly Ever After (2025)
The first recommendation is a Korean drama aired on JTBC titled Heavenly Ever After. This drama is one of the latest Korean dramas aired in 2025. Heavenly Ever After is a drama that combines elements of fantasy and romance.
The story follows Lee Hae-Sook (Kim Hye-Ja), who passed away at the age of 80. Throughout her life, she found herself suddenly becoming the head of the family due to an accident that befell her husband, Ko Nak-Joon.
In that situation, Hae-Sook struggled hard to provide for her family on her own. At the end of her life, at the Heavenly Reception Counseling Office, she made the decision to live the rest of her life in a way that would reflect her life in Heaven.
She made this decision after hearing her husband’s touching statement that she was beautiful at 20 and at 40. When Hae-Sook arrived in Heaven, she looked no different from how she did before she died and was reunited with her husband, Ko Nak-Joon, who now looked like his younger self.
Ko Nak-Joon (Son Suk-Ku) is amazed by the appearance of 80-year-old Hae-Sook, while Hae-Sook is surprised to see her husband looking young and around 30 years old. Interestingly, Hae-Sook is the only individual who chooses not to return to her youthful form in Heaven.
3. Welcome to Samdal-ri (2023)
Cho Yong-Pil (Ji Chang-Wook) is a weather forecaster working on Jeju Island. He is known as a difficult person to manage at the meteorological agency. When he believes in something, he does not hesitate to express his opinion, even to his superiors at the agency.
His desire to become a weather forecaster stemmed from a bitter experience. At that time, his mother, who worked as a female diver, died due to an inaccurate weather forecast. Cho Yong-Pil was born and raised in Samdalri, an area on Jeju Island that he loves dearly.
To this day, he still lives in his hometown and works to care for the elderly in Samdalri. In his life, he has a childhood friend named Cho Sam-Dal (Shin Hae-Sun). The two were born in the same year and grew up together. However, as time went by, their closeness began to fade.
4. King the Land (2023)
The love story in this JTBC drama is set in King Hotel, a luxury hotel located in Seoul. Gu Won (Lee Jun Ho) is a chaebol and heir to the King Group. Despite his intelligence and elegant appearance, Gu Won lacks dating skills.
Cheon Sa Rang (Im Yoon A) is an energetic person who always manages to create a cheerful atmosphere around her. She starts working at King Hotel, where she will face various challenges in her job.
5. Behind Your Touch (2023)
This drama tells the story of Bong Ye Bun (Han Ji Min). Ye Bun is a veterinarian who suddenly gains extraordinary abilities. Her ability allows her to read the minds of all living creatures simply by touching the back of their bodies.
Seoul detective Moon Jang Yeol (Lee Min Ki) comes to Mujin City with the aim of arresting a drug dealer. On his way, he meets Bong Ye Bun and mistakenly thinks she is a promiscuous woman who likes to touch people.
After learning the truth, Jang Yeol decided to collaborate with Ye Bun in investigating the murder case that occurred in the city.
6. Reborn Rich (2022)
Reborn Rich is a Korean drama aired on JTBC. The drama tells the story of Yoon Hyun Woo, who works as a secretary at Soonyang Group. Hyun Woo is known for his dedication to the company and to all members of the Soonyang Group owner’s family.
However, misfortune befell him when one day he was betrayed and made a scapegoat by the family he had served all this time. Tragically, he also lost his life as a result of the betrayal by the eldest grandson of the family.
Yoon Hyun Woo is reborn and finds himself in 1987, living a second life. He awakens in the body of Jin Do Joon, the last grandson of the Soonyang family. From that moment on, with his memories of the past still clear, Hyun Woo is determined to take revenge and punish those who betrayed and killed him.
7. The Good Detective 2 (2022)
Detective Oh Ji-Hyeok (Jang Seung-Jo) is investigating a case of brutal assault at a nightclub in the Gangnam district. The victim of the incident is Kim Min-Ji (Baek Sang-Hee). The suspected perpetrator is Cheon Sang-Woo (Choi Dae-Hoon), a vice president at TJ Group who wields considerable power and influence.
In addition, a series of murders has also come to light. All of the victims were women, and they were found wearing white clothing before they died. The Violent Crimes Unit of the West Incheon 2 Police Department, led by Kang Do-Chang (played by Son Hyun-Joo), is conducting an in-depth investigation into the murders.
8. The Good Detective (2020)
Located in Incheon, South Korea, a group of detectives strive to uncover and arrest criminals who harbor dark secrets. Kang Do-Chang (Son Hyun-Joo) has devoted himself to detective work for 18 years.
Born and raised in Incheon, he investigates cases relying on his experience and personal connections. In addition, he often disregards scientific methods and systematic logic.
Oh Ji-Hyeok (Jang Seung-Jo) is a highly skilled detective with nine years of experience in the field. Unlike Kang Do-Chang, he tends to solve cases by relying on existing evidence and a deep understanding of the psychology of criminals.
Due to childhood trauma, he is very reluctant to open up and share his feelings with others. His wealth comes from a large inheritance left by his uncle.
9. Itaewon Class (2020)
Itaewon Class is a Korean drama series that aired on JTBC in 2020 and quickly became a phenomenon. With a business theme, the story follows Park Saeroyi (Park Seo Joon), a young man who must cope with the loss of his father, who died unjustly.
Then, he was determined to take revenge on Jang Dae Hee (Yoo Jae Myung), the leader of the Jangga Group, and Jang Geun Won, Dae Hee’s son who had a mischievous behavior.
Park Saeroyi establishes the DanBam beverage shop with the support of his closest friends. Soon after, Jo Yi Seo (Kim Da Mi), a smart young woman, appears and helps him develop the business and compete with the Jangga shop.
10. The World of The Married (2020)
Everything seems ideal in the life of Ji Sun Woo, a successful family doctor and associate director. She has a studious teenage son and a handsome husband, Lee Tae Oh, who successfully established an entertainment company thanks to her financial support.
However, the perfect picture of a harmonious family life collapsed instantly when she discovered that her husband was having an affair. Her friends also joined in the effort to cover up his actions, forcing her to embark on a journey of revenge.
11. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon (2017)
The tenth recommended Korean drama airing on JTBC is titled Strong Woman Do Bong Soon. Do Bong Soon is a young girl born with extraordinary superpowers. Bong Soon can destroy anything she touches if she is not careful.
Nevertheless, she has a strong desire to become a slim and elegant woman, in line with the ideal type of man she likes, In Kuk Doo. Due to her unique abilities, she gets a job as a bodyguard for Ahn Min Hyuk.
Ahn Min Hyuk is a spoiled rich heir and the boss of a gaming company. Unlike Kuk Doo, Min Hyuk is eccentric and strange. He is also often arrogant and likes to push boundaries.
One day, Bong-soon, Kuk-doo, and Min Hyuk find themselves involved in the investigation of a series of murders that have occurred in their neighborhood. Due to the dangerous situation, they are forced to live together for safety reasons. In the process, a series of misunderstandings arise when Kuk-doo misinterprets Min Hyuk’s signals of affection.
Well, those are some recommendations for Korean dramas airing on JTBC. Which dramas are your favorites and have you watched them?
