Top 5 Korean Rom-Coms of 2025 You Need To Watch!
- Disha Paul
- Dec 6, 2025
- 3 min read
2025 has been a wonderful year for K-drama fans, especially those who adore romantic comedies filled with charm, laughter, feel-good storytelling, and strong chemistry between the leads. This year’s lineup brought fresh concepts, lovable characters, and soft, heartwarming moments that make you smile long after the final episode.
If you are looking for the best rom-coms of the year to binge in December, here are the top five titles you cannot miss!
1. Love Scout
Aired: January 3 – February 14, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12 + 2 special episodes
Cast: Han Ji-min, Lee Joon-hyuk, Kim Do-hoon, Kim Yoon-hye
Streaming Platform: Netflix and Viki
Love Scout follows Kang Ji-yun, a brilliant CEO who knows everything about business but very little about everyday life outside office walls. Her world becomes unexpectedly calmer when Yoo Eun-ho joins as her secretary. He is a single father who balances work and parenting with quiet confidence.
As he sorts out her schedules, emails, and even her day-to-day struggles, their professional connection starts turning into something meaningful. Slowly, they learn to lean on each other and discover a gentle romance built on trust, understanding, and genuine care.
2. The Potato Lab
Aired: March 1, 2025- April 6, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Lee Sun-bin, Kang Tae-oh
Streaming Platform: Netflix
The Potato Lab is set inside a rural research institute that studies potatoes. Kim Mi-gyeong is a passionate and focused researcher whose life revolves around her work more than social relationships. Things shift when So Baek-ho, the new director, arrives with strict rules and a sharp personality.
Their relationship begins with clashes and opposite viewpoints. But as they collaborate closely, sparks begin to form, and they slowly fall for each other in the most unexpected setting. The drama offers quirky humor and a refreshing take on workplace romance.
3. Head Over Heels
Aired: June 23, 2025 - July 29, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Cho Yi-hyun, Choo Young-woo
Streaming Platform: Prime Video and tvN
Head Over Heels follows Park Seong-ah, a high-school girl who appears ordinary during the day but secretly works as a shaman with spiritual abilities. Her peaceful routine changes when a new student, Bae Gyeon-woo, joins her class.
When Seong-ah senses that danger surrounds him, she decides to protect him while hiding her own identity. Romance slowly grows as they navigate school life, secrets, and destiny. The show blends first love, supernatural elements, and youthful emotions sweetly and engagingly.
4. Would You Marry Me
Aired: October 10 – November 15, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Choi Woo-shik, Jung So-min
Streaming Platform: SBS TV and Disney+ (selected regions)
Would You Marry Me tells the story of Yoo Me-ri, who wins a newlywed luxury house in a contest. Her happiness quickly disappears when her engagement breaks due to betrayal. To keep the prize, she convinces an heir to a bakery franchise to enter a 90-day contract marriage with her.
What starts as a simple plan turns chaotic with fake couple routines, awkward family meet-ups, and unexpected emotional moments. As they pretend to be married, genuine feelings start to appear, creating a charming mix of comedy and romance.
5. Dynamite Kiss
Aired: November 12 – December 25, 2025
No. of Episodes: 14
Cast: Jang Ki-yong, Ahn Eun-jin, Kim Mu-jun, Woo Da-vi
Streaming Platform: SBS TV and Netflix in several regions
Dynamite Kiss follows Gong Ji-hyeok, a calm and focused team leader at a baby products company, and Go Da-rim, a temporary employee who hides a personal secret. To stay employed, Da-rim lies that she is married with a child, even though she is single.
A sudden accidental kiss with Ji-hyeok turns their workplace life upside down. Secrets, misunderstandings, and romantic tension build up, creating fun chaos in their office. Over time, their connection deepens while Da-rim struggles with the truth she is hiding.
Final Thoughts
2025 delivered an exciting range of romantic comedies that offered different flavors of romance. Love Scout warms your heart with its mature chemistry. The Potato Lab brings a unique rural scientific charm. Head Over Heels blends youthful magic and first love. Would You Marry Me delivers classic fake-marriage fun. Dynamite Kiss wraps up the year with lively workplace romance and secret identities.
Each drama has something memorable to offer, making them perfect choices for your December watchlist.
Which one of these rom-coms was your favorite? Tell us in the comments below!