The childhood connection is a favorite K-drama trope which has undergone its own evolution over time. They have either been bosom buddies as kids, who naturally transitioned to being lovers, and there are also those who were sworn rivals in the classroom, going their separate ways, hoping to never cross paths again. As adulthood throws its own curve balls, dodging and navigating the arduous world of grown-ups, they realize they are better together.
The recent crop of K-dramas have brought out stories of self-introspection and healing, as fate makes them find their way back to each other and for some brings alive long-forgotten connections. Here are five such K-dramas which bring life lessons along with a touch of romance. Bae Seok Ryu ( Jung So Min ) and Choi Seung Hyo ( Jung Hae In ) have been joined at the hip since they were tiny tots.
However, Seok Ryu later left for the States to study and work. She has not been home in a while and is all set to be married. Seung Hyo is an award-winning architect, who has now established his own firm.
He has had feelings for Seok Ryu for as long as he can remember, but never mustered the courage to confess. When Seok Ryu is back, bag and baggage, not only has she quit her job, but she has even cancelled her wedding. Her return does not go down too well with her mother, who feels she is going through a rebellious phase in her thirties.
Seung Hyo sees that there is indeed more to her return than she lets on. Seok Ryu wants to start afresh .