April 2025 is here, and it’s already proving to be an exciting month for K-drama fans. With a fresh lineup of shows hitting screens, there’s something for everyone—whether you love romance, thrills, or fantasy. This month brings a mix of new stories and long-awaited sequels, all packed with talented casts and gripping plots. Here’s a full rundown of the K-dramas premiering in April 2025, so you don’t miss a single moment.
Way Back Love Brings a Heartfelt Fantasy Romance
The month kicks off with Way Back Love, a fantasy romance that premiered on April 3 on TVING and is available on Viki. Starring Gong Myung as Ram Woo and Kim Min Ha as Hee Wan, this six-episode series tells a touching story. Hee Wan, a 24-year-old who has shut herself off from the world, has lost all hope. With just one week left to live, her childhood friend and first love, Ram Woo, returns as a grim reaper. He broke her heart when he died six years ago, and now he’s back with a grim warning: her time is almost up.
Filmed by director Roh Deok, known for Very Ordinary Couple, the drama blends high school memories with a race against time. It first caught attention at the Busan International Film Festival in October 2024. Airing Thursdays at 6 p.m. KST, this show promises an emotional journey about love, loss, and second chances.
Business As Usual Explores Love and Second Chances
Also premiering on April 3, Business As Usual is a BL drama streaming on Netflix, with all episodes dropping at 4 p.m. KST. Sung Seung Ha plays one lead, and Chae Jong Hyeok plays the other in this story of past romance and workplace reunions. The plot follows two men who dated as teens, each believing they were the weaker partner in their bittersweet relationship. Eight years later, they meet again as coworkers, still carrying old misunderstandings.
This drama looks at how time changes people and whether old feelings can find new life. With its full release on Netflix, it’s perfect for a weekend binge.
Karma Pulls You Into a Dark Crime Thriller
On April 4, Karma arrives on Netflix, releasing all six episodes at 4 p.m. KST. This crime thriller boasts a powerhouse cast: Park Hae Soo as the Witness, Shin Min Ah as Ju Yeon, Lee Hee Joon as the Debtor, Kim Sung Kyun as Gil Ryong, Lee Kwang Soo as Glasses, and Gong Seung Yeon as Yu Jeong. Adapted from a webtoon by Lee Il-hyeong, it follows six strangers caught in a web of fate.
A witness makes a dangerous deal. A doctor battles nightmares from her past. A man sinks under crypto debt. Another takes a shady job after losing everything. A rich Gangnam doctor and his charming girlfriend round out the group. Their choices tie them together in a cycle of payback that’s impossible to escape. This intense series is set to be a standout for thriller fans.
Resident Playbook Offers a Fresh Medical Spin-Off
Fans of Hospital Playlist get a treat with Resident Playbook, premiering April 12 on tvN and Netflix. This 12-episode medical comedy stars Go Youn Jung, Shin Si Ah, Han Ye Ji, Kang Yoo Seok, and Jung Joon Won. Set in the Jongno branch of Yulje Medical Center, it follows OBGYN residents navigating life in a department hit hard by South Korea’s low birth rates.
The show mixes humor with the daily grind of medical work, showing the residents’ friendships and challenges. Episodes drop weekly on Saturdays at 9:20 p.m. KST, and the original Hospital Playlist cast—like Jo Jung Suk and Yoo Yeon Seok—will appear in cameos and sing for the OST. It’s a must-watch for fans and newcomers alike.
The Haunted Palace Mixes Fantasy and Fun
Airing on April 18 on SBS and Netflix, The Haunted Palace is a fantasy rom-com set in the Joseon era. Yook Sung Jae stars as Yun Gap, a nobleman possessed by an Imugi spirit, while Kim Ji Yeon (Bona) plays Yeo Ri, a reluctant shaman turned artisan. The cast also includes Jeong Ji Soo, Cha Jun Ho, and Hwang Jia, among others.
The story centers on the Eight-Feet-Tall spirit, a ghost with a grudge against the king. Yeo Ri teams up with Yun Gap to stop it, sparking a mix of laughs and romance. With 16 episodes airing Fridays and Saturdays at 10 p.m. KST, this drama offers a lighthearted escape with a spooky twist.
Weak Hero Class 2 Delivers More Action
Closing out the month, Weak Hero Class 2 hits Netflix on April 25, with all eight episodes available at once. Park Ji Hoon returns as Yeon Si Eun, joined by Ryeoun as Park Hu Min, Bae Na Ra, Lee Min Jae, and Lee Jun Young. After surviving brutal fights in Season 1, Si Eun transfers to Eunjang High, hoping for peace.
But trouble follows. He bands with new friends to face the Alliance, a ruthless gang. This action-packed sequel builds on the webtoon’s gritty story, delivering intense drama and fierce loyalty. It’s a perfect pick for fans of high-stakes school tales.
Which Drama Will You Watch First?
April 2025 is bursting with K-dramas that cover every mood—romance, thrills, laughs, and action. From Way Back Love’s emotional pull to Karma’s dark twists and Weak Hero Class 2’s raw energy, there’s no shortage of stories to dive into.
