Korean dramas, fondly known as K-dramas, have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, including India, with their gripping plots and memorable characters. With the growing love for K-dramas, streaming platforms are filled with these captivating shows. But here’s something even more exciting: instead of watching the original Korean series, you can now explore several Hindi adaptations of Korean dramas, and web series inspired by them, available on various OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar, Zee5, and more. So, let’s dive into this list of the top 5 Hindi adaptions of Korean dramas!’
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List of 5 Hindi Adaptations of Korean Dramas
1. Gyaarah Gyaarah – Zee5
Gyaarah Gyaarah is a Hindi fantasy thriller and the Indian adaptation of the Korean drama Signal. This series stars Aakash Dixit, Dhairya Karwa, Raghav Juyal, and Kritika Kamra. Blending investigative thriller elements with a touch of mystery and science fiction, Gyaarah Gyaarah offers a captivating viewing experience.
2. Duranga – Zee5
Duranga is the Indian adaptation of the popular Korean drama Flower of Evil. Directed by Pradeep Sarkar and Aijaz Khan, the first season premiered on August 19, 2022. Featuring Gulshan Devaiah and Drashti Dhami, the series was so well-received that it was renewed for a second season, which debuted on October 24, 2023, under the direction of Rohan Sippy, with Amit Sadh joining the cast.
3. Legal Affair – Jio Cinema
Inspired by the Korean series Suspicious Partner, Legal Affair is the official Hindi remake produced by Jio Studios. In this series, Angad Bedi stars alongside Barkha Singh, bringing to life the intriguing legal and romantic drama that made the original a hit.
4. Dhamaka – Netflix
Dhamaka, directed and written by Ram Madhvani, is a 2021 Indian thriller film. It stars Kartik Aaryan as a journalist who finds himself in a high-stakes situation after an exclusive interview with a terrorist. This film is a remake of the 2013 Korean film The Terror Live, and it successfully adapts the intense, edge-of-the-seat narrative for an Indian audience.
5. Blind – Jio Cinema
Directed by Shome Makhija and produced by Sujoy Ghosh, *Blind* is a 2023 Hindi-language crime thriller. The film, starring Sonam Kapoor as a blind police officer determined to catch a serial killer, is a remake of the 2011 Korean film of the same name. The cast also includes Purab Kohli, Vinay Pathak, and Lillete Dubey in significant roles.
These Hindi adaptations of Korean dramas bring the essence of beloved Korean dramas into a new cultural context, offering a fresh take while retaining the captivating spirit of the originals.
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