7 K-Drama Leads Who Will Charm You With Their Wacky Characters

In a world where everyone takes themselves so seriously, isn't it a breath of fresh air to have characters who appeal to our goofy side? We are talking about the leads who stumble through life at every turn, causing chaos and uttering silly comments, but somehow make it all look and feel adorable.

If you're in the mood for some lovably awkward protagonists, here are seven K-dramas that will make you grin from ear to ear.

Into the Ring (2020)

IMDb rating: 7.2/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, Kocowa

Koo Se-Ra is an overly passionate warrior for justice, known to everyone in her district as the 'Queen of Civil Complaints'. But because of her tendency to lose her temper over injustice, Se-Ra can't keep a job. So when the opportunity arises to become a member of the District Assembly, she is determined to do whatever it takes to get elected.

A Good Day to Be a Dog (2023)

IMDb rating: 7.3/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Viki

Han Hae-na is an adorably goofy high school teacher with a twist: she turns into a dog after every kiss. One day, she accidentally has lip-to-lip contact with a colleague, and now he's her only hope of breaking the curse. But here's the kicker: he has a phobia of dogs.

Behind Your Touch (2023)

IMDb rating: 7.4/10

Where to stream: Netflix, TVING

Meet Bong Ye-bun, a small-town vet by day and psychic sleuth by, well, also day. She can see people's pasts just by touching them and can't help but get involved in all sorts of mysterious business. That's how Ye-bun ends up investigating a series of murders that plague her sleepy town.

True Beauty (2020)

IMDb rating: 8.0/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Viki

Lim Ju-kyung is the epitome of awkwardness and clumsiness. She has spent her entire life being bullied because of her 'ugly' appearance. So when she is transferred to a new school, Ju-kyung uses the magic of makeup to become popular. But the girl soon learns that true beauty is not skin deep, and makeup can't hide what's real.

My Love from the Star (2013)

IMDb rating: 8.2/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, Kocowa, iQIYI

Cheon Song-yi is a top actress and the reigning queen of all things over-the-top, wild and wacky. She can't seem to catch a break from the messy scenarios that life throws at her. Song-yi's chaotic life is the exact opposite of her neighbor, who happens to be a 400-year-old alien dreaming of leaving Earth for good.

Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo (2016)

IMDb rating: 8.3/10

Where to stream: Prime Video, Viki

Kim Bok-joo is a wacky weightlifting student with a heart of gold and a crush on her best friend's brother. The girl sets out to win her crush's heart, but there seems to be a problem. His brother is against the relationship.

Mr. Queen (2020)

IMDb rating: 8.6/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Hulu, Viki, Viu

Mr. Queen is undoubtedly one of the best comedies in K-dramaland. Its lead, Jang Bong-hwan, a modern-day chef travels back in time and inhabits the body of a Joseon queen. Naturally, a man trapped in a woman's body proves to be a royal recipe for chaos, silly behavior and wild twists.