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Once a regional treasure, Korean dramas have grown into a global phenomenon, cherished by fans across continents. The October 2025 lineup of K-dramas spans fantasy, history, family, and drama, yet romantic comedy takes the lead. With unparalleled twists and emotion, these stories promise to leave audiences both captivated and perplexed. Let’s enjoy the charm of the top 10 K-dramas releasing in October 2025. Top 10 New K-Dramas Arriving This October . Genie, Make a Wish | Fantasy Romance | October 3, 2025 Reimagining the age-old fantasy, Netflix original ‘Genie, Make a Wish’ flourishes with Ahn Gil-ho as director and Kim Eun-sook as writer. After centuries of silence, a weary genie stirs awake, only to collide with Ka-young, a young woman. She is suffocated by the rigid expectations of her grandmother and the quiet despair of her own stalled life. Their unlikely connection begins with three simple wishes, yet what unfolds is hardly simple. Moments of absurd comedy and sharp conflict arise as the two test the limits of desire, freedom, and consequence. Read more: South Indian Films Releasing in October 2025: 12 Must-watch Pan-Indian Lineup Kim Woo-bin steps into the role of the enigmatic genie, opposite Bae Suzy. Hwa&Dam Pictures and Studio Dragon oversee the production. Hwajas Scarlet | Family Drama | October 3, 2025 Directed by Yoo Si-yeon, ‘Hwajas Scarlet’ thrives under the writing of Kang Seul. At its centre is a daughter sent away for adoption at birth, raised oceans apart, who eventually comes back to Korea. Now she is long transformed, almost unrecognisable, as the blonde-haired Scarlet. Produced by Studio Dragon and Blitzway Studio, the series stars Seo Young-hee, Oh Na-ra, and Kim Si Eun in the lead roles. Read more: Bollywood Hindi Movies List for October 2025: Top 10 Biggest Premieres Would You Marry Me | Romantic Comedy | October 10, 2025 Romance collides with calculation in ‘Would You Marry Me’, a drama that asks how far two strangers will go for the promise of security. Choi Woo-shik and Jung So-min star as a man and woman who agree to a 90-day marriage of convenience. This is not for love but for the glittering reward of a luxury home reserved for newlyweds. Hwang In-hyeok and Song Hyun-wook take on the director’s seats, while writing credit goes to Lee Ha-na. The production comes from the banner of Samhwa Networks and Studio S. Read more: Best 10 Amazon Prime Originals Coming in October 2025 Typhoon Family | Historical Drama | October 11, 2025 Also known by its working title ‘Typhoon Boss’, ‘Typhoon Family’ sets its sights on one of Korea’s most turbulent eras: the 1997 financial crisis. This upcoming Netflix drama tells the coming-of-age story of a young CEO caught between personal ambition and the daunting responsibility of keeping his father’s modest company alive. His journey intertwines with the sacrifices of both family and employees, painting a portrait of resilience when survival itself is uncertain. Headlined by Kim Min-ha and Lee Jun-ho, the historical series boasts Lee Na-jeong as director and Jang Hyun-sook as writer. Imaginus, Studio PIC, and Tree Studio stand behind production. Read more: Netflix Originals Coming in October 2025: Top 10 Binge-worthy Releases Marie and Her Three Daddies | Family Dramedy | October 13, 2025 Directed by Seo Yong-soo and penned by Kim Hong-joo, ‘Marie and Her Three Daddies’ is brought to life under the KBS1 banner. The story revolves around Kang Ma-ri, a woman navigating her search for identity as she encounters three men who all, in different ways, represent fragments of her past. The drama lingers on pain, forgiveness, and healing, yet it insists that chosen families can be more steadfast than biological ones.  The ensemble cast features Hyun Woo, Ha Seung-ri, Park Eun-hye, Ryu Jin, Hwang Dong-joo, and Kong Jeong-hwan. Read more: Top 10 Korean Dramas Releasing in September 2025