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Why are Korean drama fans recommending depressing shows (Patreon)

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2026-11-04 20:34:43
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2026-11

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Why are Korean drama fans recommending depressing shows?

I was asking for some things with some heat, some action, some things to look forward to our reference true beauty and I referenced a Korean odyssey

What’s your take as a viewer?

Is that something you just don’t care about whether or not the reaction channel is feeling fatigue do you think your show is just not sad?

What’s an example of a show that you think is not sad but others think is sad so you can learn about this as a community together

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Luca

I think a lot of people just like to watch angsty stuff. Me personally, I just don’t have any other kdramas to recommend this time. Most of what I watch nowadays is either Thai or Japanese. I’m still open to watching some newer kdramas though (depending on the plot)

Biostar

I don’t watch them but I would assume that the best/most memorable Korean dramas are the more depressing ones, which is why people push for them. Goes the same for other dramas as well.

Z

Yeah, can’t believe nobody is recommending Youth of May instead smh

Coping McCoperson

Man over here asking for kdrama and shocked we are offering drama. SMH

vikki

I don't think a majority of people are recommending sad stuff. Yes, some recommended Uncontrollably Fond, which is crazy. It's a top tier drama, but sad. I see a majority of recommendations not being sad. As for me, I stayed away from sad. I recommended Signal, an all time great supernatural crime drama. Sky Castle and Start Up have the Toxic energy you like and are considered GOAT tier. I also recommended Romance is a Bonus Book, which is not a sad drama and instead more optimistic and positive.

Tamara (edited)

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2026-11-05 15:00 Lol I went back and edited my list of recommended shows. Now, out of the 11 recommended, only 3-4 have sad scenes/elements but it doesn't take over the vibe of the whole drama so don't worry :)
2026-11-04 20:44 Lol I went back and edited my list of recommended shows. Now, out of the 12 recommended, only 3-4 have sad scenes/elements but it doesn't take over the vibe of the whole drama so don't worry :)

Lol I went back and edited my list of recommended shows. Now, out of the 12 recommended, only 3-4 have sad scenes/elements but it doesn't take over the vibe of the whole drama so don't worry :)

Shadoe

Well one of your special mods (GEEWONIE) eats that kind of stuff up. So I'd say we blame her entirely for this anomaly. Much love though Gee

FSD

the only reason I subscribed to your patreon was to see you Lee as a sloppy sobbing mess on camera. dry eyes and all smiles gives me no pleasure

Big Sis CC

Because the writing in these kdramas are great!

Bambi

Shows feelgood like True Beauty: - My Girlfriend is the Man - A good day to be a dog - Boyfriend on Demand - Pump up the Healthy Love - Welcome to Waikiki - The Legend of the Blue Sea Just a couple that made me laugh!

YaBoyRockLee Reactions

Yeah, when I wrote this, somebody told me it was a bunch of sad shows But then they said they were misinformed so I kinda wrote this for no reason, but I’ll still listen to the comments

YaBoyRockLee Reactions

That’s an understandable reason, doesn’t matter if the person wants to see it or do you believe because they are good do you want to give that person a chance because they will probably change their mind? There’s no wrong answer. I usually walk away more informed after these interactions.

Christina

Im not sure why. I stay away from shows I know are sad. I have watched some, like Uncontrollably Fond, that are fantastic but I would never watch it again. Let alone watch a reactor 😅.

Pollito Pio

Watch Four Hands Two Sonatas🤭🤭🤭

Seelia

People don't care that you're in need of change. End of day, they just want you guys to be sad cuz that's what they're feeling or want to see. 🙄 I can tell you what I think is slow, sad, depressing or all. I'm talking NO action. Just dialog and slow burns. Cdramas: Hidden Love - teen romance and slow (she's literally 12 for 10 episodes!) First Frost - Really slow romance, no action The Best Thing - Healing romance, slow burn. (Actually my favorite but since you're not in the mood.) 😂 Kdramas: Uncontrollably Fond: Romance with serious illness and slow Reply 1988 - family life -very slow Our Blues - slice of life and depressing (just read the title) 😂 These are top of my head that I've watched.

Random Rana

JUST REACT TO WELCOME TO WAIKIKI !!!!!!! the funniest kdrama ever

ramonique.

the thing is with “sad” shows, they will never get given the time of day just because they’re sad even if they are really great shows. in my opinion 8/10 times a drama could be sad but it really depends on how the viewers sees it. for example weak hero, really great show, may contain sad elements but it’s not an overall sad show. some may think the incident with su-ho in season 1 was sad, or baek-jin “dying” in season 2 was sad but to others it helps the plot, it pushed watchers to want to come back and see more and isn’t necessarily i’m going to bawl my eyes out sad but a wtf just happened kind of “sad” feeling. with so many dramas people write it off as sad but most cases it’s just realistic or helps the plot, with 2521 when the couple break up, so many people call it a k-trauma but to me it wasn’t. in any show where a family member may die or a main couple doesn’t get together, some people call it a k-trauma, whereas others including myself may say you know what this makes total sense for the drama, it may have felt sad in the moment but that moment doesn’t cloud the whole show. so recommended shows like youth of may or hi, bye mama won’t get watched because it has sad elements, that i believe don’t completely cloud the whole show but may bring out a few tears to certain people even though the story telling remains great and is still a strong show to watch

Anais

I stay away from sad dramas. This is why I will probably never watch Tangerines although I'm 100% sure it's great.

Lisa Lisa

Just watch Hospital Playlist. Lots of wholesome, but lots of drama and tension with every episode being a different medical case

94_h

I’ve been recommending dramas that do have angst and some intense moments, but they are not sad at all. I know how you guys roll, and I don’t even like sad dramas (unless we are talking about western ones, which this is not about, lol). I haven’t checked the recs, but I guess people get excited and suggest what they like.

Seelia

I watched both seasons of that show and can say I will never watch them again. 😂 I couldn't get into the editing and the music.

GOT7sBird_ahga

Idk if you watch ongoing dramas but I would love to get your reaction on “100 days of deception”…Probably in the sad and serious category but it’s a GOOD ONE so far

sash wing

Hmm there's a simple answer and a more complicated answer. Simple answer is that often the sad or depressing shows have the best acting and/or ratings overall. More complicated would be scope and ratings. Even the funny shows have rather sad or core depressing concept. The Fiery Priest and Mr. Queen as examples. A lot of funny scenes and the overall show is funny. Problem is what going on around this is often dark or tragic it's the writing and actors that make these moments funny or light hearted.

Jess

People never agree on whats considered a sad show lol. Im also feeling fatigue as a viewer. I definitely saw some sad shows in the reccs when I skimmed. For example i saw a few recc "im not a robot". Did I enjoy that drama when it aired? Absolutely! But i also remember bawling my eyes out and feeling sad watching it. Some people may disagree and say its not a sad drama. To me its sad. Who gives u the best reccs? Ask them to vet the top 5 or something lol

Bran Bran

Why are people recommending sad shows despite you asking them not to? They see it as your preference and not as something they are being required to adhere to. In my opinion, those who ignore your request consider their membership more about them and less about you/the duo. I cant even use the excuse that some dont read because you addressed that with a video. At this point they just want what they want. As with any paid service, the goal for most is to get what they want out of said service. Matters not if the reactors are excited to watch it. They could care less about shows they are not passionate about ...even though they know said shows would be a better choice for the reaction experience. Is it selfish? Not at all. They pay for what they want...which is to see a reaction to what the shows they enjoy.

YaBoyRockLee Reactions

Yeah, the thing is I don’t feel sad I end feeling tired. Drained. But thank you for entering the question since that’s what I asked for

YaBoyRockLee Reactions

Yes, you are correct and I’m having difficulty defining sad Weak hero has action things are happening so even though it’s a sad show, there are things to look forward to there are things to be angry about their challenges to overcome if not just an internal struggle. It’s an external struggle against people. Forces are moving against each Characters are scheming against one another So even though I’m not personally feeling sad, there’s enough other elements going on to fill the room with various emotions

Jk Gurl

All these cdramas recommended above are goated ones in modern aspect they're not sad ones but type of slow burns but are very amazing no sad endings and all 3 male leads in these 3 shows are shameless when it's come to pursuing their girl 😂 they'll get the work done by any means 😁

YaBoyRockLee Reactions

I believe you. Even in this comment section I got people recommending stuff instead of answering. And I’m not collecting the recommendations here lol

Seelia

I know what you meant. Cuz every show has sad elements but you are looking for a show that is more upbeat with character building that won't make you feel depressed for them even though it may be a happy ending. You want action, adventure, thriller etc. Don't pick any of the ones I mentioned! They all have a slow pace and just dialog. 😂

Kelsey

I just finished the First Frost. Absolutely loved it but didn't recommend it because that slow burn is truly slow. Not necessarily sad, but slow.

strange& sleepless

The first frost is genuinely just a depressing snooze fest, I got to ep 9 and then my patience ran out. I have no clue why anyone would recommend that to them.

Seelia

@JK Gurl, they just need a break from all the mental healing and slow burns. Can anyone sa they can sit and watch 10 dramas in a row that is exactly the same pace and problems? Nobody sane can.

Aria Isara

Some people don't pay attention or even read posts, they just recommend whatever they want to.

Chaeyoungttalgi_29

I recommending you to watch Welcome to Waikiki, both seasons so good, the best comedy series for kdrama

KingSlayer

I never understand this either, real life is already a bitch who the hell wants to see people on the screen being miserable and suffering as well lol. I only want to watch light shows and romcoms.

strange& sleepless

there's tragic stuff happening in the drama but I wouldn't categorize it as ''sad drama'' so far imo. It's adrenaline inducing, it's high stakes, it's about revenge, it's not slow paced and there's even quite a few comedic moments. It's sad like itaewon class is sad, it's part of it but not all that it is. I def think they would like it.

Cheng A

Like what others have said, people recommend what they like. What's sad is that they don't see the value you give as reactors and if the drama is not your cup of tea, the reaction reflects it. For me, the reason I love your reaction videos is when your take make the drama better. For example, Extraordinary You. I like that drama and I was expecting you guys wouldn't like it since it's mostly romance and cliches but I was surprised with your take and I had a new appreciation for it after your reaction to it. I see you and director are great at understanding and comprehending the deeper insight of scenes. I was really excited when Reborn Rich almost made it cause I think a lot will appreciate that drama with your take on it.

LiveLaughLoveZonZon

I have been recommending “Welcome to Waikiki” for years now, but it has never been chosen, so I kind of gave up at this point lol. 😂 It’s on of the funniest kdramas.

Kelsey

I think some people just want someone to watch their shows with them. That's the reason I watch reactions; no one in my house will watch Kdramas with me. And even if it's a show that y'all aren't really enjoying, you still give a good faith effort to pay attention and react. For some people, that's enough for them. I absolutely refuse to hate-watch anything, so I don't want y'all to have to do that either. I would prefer that y'all are enjoying what you're watching, so if you come up with some other process for choosing shows so that you can avoid consistently sad shows (maybe let the polls narrow it down and you make the final decision), I wouldn't complain. The reactions should be a pleasant experience for everyone, y'all as well as us.

Aish

I stay far far away from sad dramas once i am done. I never go back for a rewatch. Life throws enough challenges as such and i dont want to be depressed about some fictional character 😉. As i have grown older, i have learnt to stay aeay if the subject matter isnt worth it. There are sad dramas that are worth a watch, but i stick to one time. When i was in such stage with totally disinterested in shows, The Best Thing cdrama, pulled me back. Sometimes simple healing romance is enough to bring a smile ☺️.

REAXwithSNAX

ive rec'd many comedies. never win polls or even make it on there. favoritism at work

Milk Honey

That might just be their main go to genre & due to the level of depth you guys put into your reactions. There may be people who have no one to share their interest with because not everyone likes k-drama or c-drama, so to find relatability even if it means pushing their favorite reaction channels to watch it so they can connect. That’s why it’s called k-trauma. It leaves you with a slight anxious attachment, it may make you feel the need to process & decode it with another person to try to experience vicarious joy, sorrow or anger. That’s just my guess… I think a lot of us do it though, in different ways with different genres that we individually like or feel connected with.

Milk Honey

Me personal I can admit when sad shows have a chefs kiss amazing plots. For example I consider “All of us are dead” to be sad but the plot was epic. Would I rewatch… NO, lol. Those I can deal with more so but I still prefer a good plot with a balance of happy & sad. I couldn’t do a combination of sad,boring,slow. I have an idea . 💡 Why don’t you guys have a reactors pick every so often where you pick C or K dramas that have been on your radar & have the viewers vote on those picks. So that way you don’t have to fret if a more slow or sad drama gets picked, just a suggestion.

Ina Rara

Maybe we can try to watch voice or dr romantic or signal

Lomi Ralte

Watch you’re beautiful aka he’s beautiful, female lead is park shin hye So good 🥹

shortcake88

I'm all for comedy. Chief Kim and Psychopath Diary. And fluffy shows like Touch your Heart

Hannah

Just a suggestion, how about you check out teaser/trailer or genre summary first before deciding to start a show?