August 13, 2025 | 10:13 am
The behind-the-scenes stories of the entertainment industry often become the theme of a drama. Korean dramas often successfully package this glamorous world into a story that not only captivates the eyes but also touches the heart. They often invite viewers to delve into the other side of the entertainment industry, filled with secrets, intrigue, and complex relationship dynamics.
Through intense storylines, some Korean dramas show the fragility of fame, where love and ambition often collide. There are stories about romances that must be hidden for the sake of image, friendships tested by competition, and betrayals born from the desire to be at the top.
All of these conflicts will be wrapped in strong emotions, making the audience feel as if they are experiencing the ups and downs of life behind the scenes. According to Soompi, here are some Korean dramas that reveal the secrets of love and ambition behind the entertainment world.
1. Shooting Stars
Shooting Stars is a romantic comedy set in the background of the talent management entertainment world. Quoted from Asianwiki, this drama tells the story of Oh Han Byeol (Lee Sung Kyung), a skilled public relations officer with expertise in speaking and crisis management.
Meanwhile, Gong Tae Sung (Kim Young Dae) is a former classmate of Oh Han Byeol at university who is now a top actor. Gong Tae Sung is loved by many for his good and polite image. However, he has a different side and is an actor with a bad temper. The company tries to keep Gong Tae Sung shining, no matter what he has done.
Lee Sung Kyung and Kim Young Dae in the Korean drama Shooting Stars. Doc. Viu.
2. Record of Youth
This teen drama follows the story of Sa Hye Joon (Park Bo Gum), a model struggling to break into the acting world, and Ahn Jung Ha (Park So Dam), an ambitious makeup artist striving to make a name for herself in the beauty industry. Their love story unfolds as they pursue their dreams and face harsh realities in a world obsessed with image, status, and connections.
The drama also showcases the friendship between Sa Hye Joon and Won Hae Hyo (Byeon Woo Seok), a wealthy actor with high aspirations but is always controlled by his aggressive mother.
3. The Beauty Inside
The Beauty Inside tells the story of Han Se Kye (Seo Hyun Jin), a top actress known for her scandals and disruptive behavior. However, she has a big secret when she has to change her body and new identity for one week every month.
Meanwhile, Seo Do Jae (Lee Min Ki) is an executive at an airline company who suffers from face blindness. After meeting Han Se Kye, the only face he can recognize is the actress's. From then on, their lives slowly change.
4. Uncontrollably Fond
This Korean drama presents a tragic love story between Shin Joon Young (Kim Woo Bin) and No Eul (Suzy). It is narrated that Shin Joon Young and No Eul were childhood friends. However, they had to part ways due to impossible circumstances.
As adults, they meet again with Shin Joon Young working as a popular actor and singer, while No Eul works as a documentary producer. They meet when No Eul is assigned to make a documentary about Shin Joon Young. Their professional agreement slowly turns into a very personal journey as they face the past, regrets, and lingering feelings.
5. Melo Movie
This drama tells the story of Ko Gyeom (Choi Woo Sik) who becomes a film critic after working as an extra. He loves films so much that his goal is to watch all the films made in the world. Meanwhile, Kim Mu Bee (Park Bo Young) starts working as an assistant director due to her curiosity about the film world.
When a low-budget drama production brings them together, their love for cinema slowly develops into something deeper and much more complicated.
Melo Movie starring Park Bo Young and Choi Woo Shik. Doc. Netflix
6. Love to Hate You
This romantic comedy drama presents the story of Yeo Mi Ran (Kim Ok Vin), a new lawyer at the Gilmu Law Firm focusing on the entertainment industry. She is not interested in romantic relationships and hates losing to men in anything.
On the other hand, Nam Gang Ho (Yoo Teo) is a top actor in the entertainment industry known for his romantic image on screen. He is sought after to play in romantic films but actually finds it hard to trust women. When they meet, they become entangled in a love battle.
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