Body swap dramas are one of the funniest and most entertaining plots in TV series and movies. Stories where characters swap bodies always offer a unique blend of comedy and suspense, which makes us laugh and think about how different life is from someone else’s perspective.
If you need recommendations for shows with the genre, check out the following recommendations for Korean dramas themed on the story of body swapping with high ratings.
Secret Garden (2010)
Korean drama lovers must be familiar with Secret Garden. The drama, which aired from 2010 to 2011, has gained popularity in various countries, including Indonesia. Secret Garden is a romantic comedy Korean drama starring Hyun Bin and Ha Ji Won.
Secret Garden tells the story of Kim Joo Won (Hyun Bin), an arrogant CEO who has everything he wants, and Gil Ra Im (Ha Ji Won), a talented stuntwoman whose life is far from glamorous. Their unexpected meeting leads to a series of strange events, including a body swap that shakes the audience’s stomach.
Since the airing of the first episode, Secret Garden has consistently received double-digit ratings!
Big (2012)
Big is a South Korean romantic comedy drama that aired on KBS in 2012. The drama stars Gong Yoo, Lee Min Jung, and Suzy, and was directed by Ji Byung Hyun and Kim Sung Yoon. The unique and funny storyline made Big attract a lot of attention from the audience.
The story centers on Gil Da Ran (Lee Min Jung), a high school teacher who is preparing for her wedding to her fiancé, Seo Yoon Jae (Gong Yoo), a handsome and perfect doctor.
One day, Da Ran decides to meet Yoon Jae and ask for clarity about their relationship. However, while Yoon Jae is on his way to meet Da Ran, he is involved in an accident.
Surprisingly, this accident caused something very strange to happen: Seo Yoon Jae’s spirit entered the body of a teenager named Kang Kyung Joon, while Kyung Joon’s spirit entered Yoon Jae’s body.
This situation of course made things chaotic. Da Ran, who was initially confused by Yoon Jae’s change in attitude, now has to deal with the fact that her fiancé now has the soul of a teenager.
The drama is filled with funny and touching moments as Da Ran and Kyung Joon try to find a way to put things back the way they were.
The drama itself received an average rating of more than 8%!
Abyss (2019)
Abyss is a Korean drama that aired in 2019, starring Park Bo Young, Ahn Hyo Seop, and Lee Sung Jae.
The story of Abyss centers on Go Se Yeon (Park Bo Young), a beautiful and talented prosecutor who is at the peak of her career. On the other hand, there is Cha Min (Ahn Hyo Seop), her best friend who is a wealthy heir of a cosmetics empire, but unfortunately not so physically attractive.
Both of their lives change drastically after they die in separate incidents and are revived by supernatural beings using a magical object called Abyss.
The Abyss has the power to bring back to life anything that has died, but with an appearance that reflects their soul. After being revived, Go Se Yeon had a simpler appearance, while Cha Min became very handsome and young, contrary to his previous appearance.
After their resurrection, Se Yeon and Cha Min work together to uncover the mystery behind Se Yeon’s death and the reason behind their resurrection. They have to face various obstacles and dangers, but each other’s support helps them get through it all.
In addition, Abyss received a rating of 7.1/10 according to IMDb.
Mr. Queen (2020)
Mr. Queen is a 2020 South Korean television series adapted from the Chinese web series, ”Go Princess Go.” Directed by Yoon Sung Sik, the series stars Shin Hye Sun as Queen Cheorin and Kim Jung Hyun as King Cheoljong.
In the modern era, Jang Bong Hwan (Choi Jin Hyuk) is a head chef working at the Blue Palace who is known to be a free spirit. One day, after having a near-death experience and falling into a pond, he suddenly finds himself in the body of So Yong as Queen Cheorin in the Joseon period.
For fans of dramas with unexpected twists and strong characters, Mr. Queen should be on your must-watch list.
Miss Night and Day (2024)
Miss Night and Day is an currently airing South Korean television series, starring Lee Jung Eun, Jung Eun Ji, and Choi Jin Hyuk.
The story of Miss Night and Day tells the story of Lee Mi Jin, a job seeker who is suddenly trapped in an older body one day, and a prosecutor who is involved with her the whole time.
Lim Soon, a woman in her 50s, becomes a supporting character for Lee Mi Jin, who works as a public intern at sunrise.
In its final episode, the drama managed to score double-digit ratings!
