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Check out these Filipino adaptations of your favorite K-Dramas

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Peter Andrew Acierto

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<p>There have been several South Korean dramas that made an impact on the majority of Filipinos–– may it be through the story, the actors, or just the feels. The Hallyu wave gave us several K-Dramas that we continue to enjoy even up to this day. </p><div><br/></div><p>From <em>Lovers in Paris</em> to <em>Boys Over Flowers</em> to <em>It’s Okay to Not Be Okay</em>, these K-Dramas have defined a generation.</p><div><br/></div><p>Here are some of the hit Korean dramas that have had Philippine adaptations and have become iconic in their own ways as well. Some of these series can be found on several streaming platforms such as iWant, Netflix, Viu, and YouTube, among others.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Lovers in Paris</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="670" height="377" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ytBQcqg9bEk?list=PLPcB0_P-Zlj7Zq9mm6TPQ9OopYsZWL6UU" title="Full Episode 1 | Lovers In Paris" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>This hit 2004 show was remade in 2009 by ABS-CBN and followed the story of Vivian (played by KC Concepcion) and Carlo (portrayed by Piolo Pascual). Similar to the original plot of the series, Vivian worked as a maid for Carlo and will later on pretend to be his fiancèe for an event.  </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="670" height="377" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pl7H_b1UWrM" title="What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim Full Trailer" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>Starring Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino, this romantic comedy series is loosely based on the original show. Kim falls in love with her narcissistic boss while uncovering a traumatic past that they both unknowingly share.  </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Only You</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="507" height="377" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0jFJSKsdPDo" title="&#x27;Only You&#x27; Full Trailer: Coming soon on ABS-CBN!" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>This 2009 Philippine adaptation starred Angel Locsin, Diether Ocampo, and Sam Milby who played the roles of Jillian, Jonathan, and TJ, respectively. The series had some scenes in South Korea and was the first time that the three lead stars worked together on Primetime Bida.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Flower of Evil</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="670" height="377" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FI1J7lbg07o" title="Flower of Evil Full Trailer" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>Premiered in 2022, this hit Philippine adaptation made waves on social media for the acting prowess of Piolo Pascual and Lovi Poe. Jacob (played by Piolo) is someone who hides his identity and past from Iris (portrayed by Lovi), his wife.  </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>It’s Okay to Not Be Okay</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe width="715" height="377" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ppg4VjLvMG0" title="It&#x27;s Okay to Not Be Okay PH Official Trailer" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>Finally, this latest ABS-CBN offering showcases a story of pain, love, and healing. Starring Anne Curtis and Joshua Garcia, <em>It’s Okay to Not Be Okay</em> is based on the 2020 series but has incorporated Filipino perspective into it and showcases different local locations. You can catch this series on iWant. </p>

<p>These Pinoy adaptations of your favorite K-Dramas should be on your watch list</p>

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Check out these Filipino adaptations of your favorite K-Dramas

Drew Acierto,

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Published Jul 31, 2025 05:37 PM PHT

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