Paris Olympic 2024 fever over? Watch these sporty K-Dramas to keep the athletic vibe alive
If you're looking to stay engaged with sports while also relaxing, these K-dramas with compelling sports themes are a perfect choice.
Updated : August 12, 2024 03:20 PM ISTIf you're looking to stay engaged with sports while also relaxing, these K-dramas with compelling sports themes are a perfect choice.
Sporty K-Dramas
The multi-sport event—the Paris Olympics 2024—has come to an end! With nations from around the globe competing for gold, silver, and bronze in 329 events across 32 sports and 48 disciplines, every country, big or small, has made its mark. Now that the Summer Games fever is over, what will fans do next?
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For Indian fans, who have a brief respite from cricket as well, there aren't many major sporting events to watch. If you're looking to stay engaged with sports while also relaxing, these K-dramas with compelling sports themes are a perfect choice. Here are some dramas that combine action, emotion, and captivating storytelling.
Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo:
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Lee Sung-kyung, Nam Joo-hyuk, Lee Jae-yoon
This series features Kim Bok Joo (played by Lee Sung Kyung), a teenage female weightlifter, and her childhood buddy, skilled swimmer Jung Joon Hyung (played by Nam Joo Hyuk). The two overcome challenges on their path to success and also experience love and personal growth. It is the ideal viewing for the Olympic season, with a sports-themed plot and an upbeat tone.
Racket Boys:
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Kim Sang-kyung, Oh Na-ra, Tang Joon-sang
This drama follows the journey of a middle school badminton team struggling to stay afloat. Their efforts are aided by a new coach and his former badminton prodigy son, as they all seek to fulfil their ambition of competing in national tournaments. The series celebrates teamwork, resilience, and the pursuit of perfection.
Twenty-Five Twenty-One:
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Kim Tae-ri, Nam Joo-hyuk, Kim Ji-yeon
Set in the late 1990s, the drama follows Na Hee Do (Kim Tae Ri), a young fencer whose school's fencing squad is disbanded as a result of the IMF crisis. She transferred to Taeyang High School and finally joined the National Fencing Team. As she and her friends face the challenges of youth and competitiveness, the drama portrays the spirit of chasing aspirations, developing resilience, and cherishing friendships.
Fight For My Way:
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Park Seo-joon, Kim Ji-won, Ahn Jae-hong
The series follows four friends as they pursue their aspirations despite several obstacles. The drama revolves around Ko Dong Man (Park Seo Joon), a former taekwondo athlete who is now a struggling mixed martial arts fighter, and his closest buddy Choi Ae Ra (Kim Ji Won), who wants to be an announcer. As they negotiate their occupations and blossoming romance, the show's blend of sports and slice-of-life features makes it an excellent choice.
Run On
Where to watch: Netflix
Cast: Im Si-wan, Shin Se-Kyung, Sooyoung Choi
The drama follows the lives of Ki Seon Gyeom (Im Si Wan), a national track and field athlete who has always come second, and Oh Mi Joo (Shin Se Kyung), a passionate subtitle translator who finds the world tough. As they combine their professional and personal lives, the series provides breathtaking cinematography, heartfelt moments, and a new perspective on the sports genre.