7 fantasy K-dramas to watch if you loved ‘Genie, Make a Wish’
Kim Woo-bin is back on the small screen with the new Netflix series “Genie, Make a Wish” after his successful stint in “Black Knight” in 2023. The show revolves around Woo-bin’s character, Iblis, a genie who has been waiting for the reincarnation of Bae Suzy’s Ki Ka-young for years to seek revenge. With 13 episodes in total, the series is a mix of fantasy, romance, and comedy that has captured the hearts of many viewers.
One of the highlights of “Genie, Make a Wish” is the chemistry between the lead characters and the emotional narrative that delves into love and human values. The show also features guest appearances by popular actors like Song Hye-kyo and Daniel Henney, adding to its allure.
For fans of “Genie, Make a Wish,” there are several other fantasy K-dramas that they should not miss out on. Here are six magical and addictive series that blend fantasy, romance, and comedy:
1) “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God” (2016): Starring Gong Yoo as Kim Shin, a military general cursed to become an immortal goblin, this show follows his journey to help deserving people while searching for his bride who can end his immortality.
2) “The Legend of the Blue Sea” (2016): Jun Ji-hyun plays a mermaid named Shim Cheong who falls for con artist Heo Joon-jae, played by Lee Min-ho, in this enchanting tale of love and destiny.
3) “The Bride of Habaek” (2017): Nam Joo-hyuk portrays Lord Ha-baek, the god of the Land of Water, who seeks the help of Yoon So-ah, played by Shin Se-Kyung, to find a magical stone in this romantic fantasy drama.
4) “Tale of the Nine Tailed” (2020): Lee Dong-wook stars as Lee Yeon, a mythical creature who crosses paths with TV producer Nam Ji-ah, played by Jo Bo-ah, in a tale of love, betrayal, and supernatural beings.
5) “My Roommate Is a Gumiho” (2021): Jang Ki-yong and Lee Hye-ri star in this series about a 999-year-old gumiho who wants to become human and the woman who accidentally swallows his fox bead.
6) “Doom at Your Service” (2021): Park Bo-young and Seo In-guk lead this fantasy drama about a woman who wishes for the end of the world and the messenger between gods and humans who crosses her path.
7) “My Demon” (2023): Kim Yoo-jung and Song Kang star in this series about a young woman who enters into a contract marriage with a 200-year-old demon to navigate the challenges of life and love.
Each of these fantasy K-dramas offers a unique blend of magic, romance, and comedy that will keep viewers hooked from start to finish. So, if you enjoyed “Genie, Make a Wish,” be sure to check out these captivating series for a magical viewing experience.
