K-dramas releasing in August 2025: Mary Kills People, My Lovely Journey and more

New Delhi: Korean dramas are once again primed to dominate screens this August. And with their arrival, fans are in to get the ultimate treat, bringing with them a wide-ranging mix of genres. From emotional family sagas to hard-hitting legal thrillers and sweeping fantasy adventures, there is something for everyone.

With eight diverse titles lined up, K-drama fans have plenty to get excited about as fresh stories and beloved stars return to the spotlight.

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Whether you’re after political intrigue, culinary romance, or a touch of the supernatural, the month’s slate of releases is bursting with variety. Scroll down to read about them in detail!

Release date: August 1

Where to watch: MBC

Plot: This K-drama is the South Korean remake of the Canadian drama Mary Kills People. Lee Bo Young takes the lead as Woo So Jung, a respected emergency care doctor who clandestinely assists terminally ill patients in ending their lives. She is aided by her junior, portrayed by Kang Ki Young. Lee Min Ki plays Jo Hyun Woo, who is a detective suffering from a brain tumour. He begins to track mysterious disappearances, unknowingly chasing a truth that cuts close to home.

Release date: August 2

Where to watch: Channel A

Plot: This gentle slice-of-life K-drama follows Kang Yeo Reum (Gong Seung Yeon), a former idol turned travel journalist. He begins designing life-changing journeys for others in a bid to restore her own. Adapted from Welcome Back, Traveller, the series also stars Yoo Jun Sang as her former manager and Kim Jae Young as a travel show editor. For the unversed, My Lovely Journey was renewed for a second season even before its premiere.

Release date: August 2

Where to watch: JTBC, Netflix

Plot: Legal drama Beyond the Bar introduced viewers to rookie lawyer Kang Hyo Min (Jung Chae Yeon), whose upright morals are tested by her senior Yoon Seok Hoon (Lee Jin Wook), a seasoned yet cold mentor at Yeollim Law Firm. The workplace setting provides the backdrop for a tense but evolving dynamic between the two as they navigate cases and their own contrasting values.

Release date: August 4

Where to watch: tvN

Plot: A mother-daughter drama laced with romantic nostalgia, Love Take Two stars Yum Jung Ah as Lee Ji An, a strong-willed single mother working in construction. Her strained relationship with her medical student daughter shifts when her old flame, played by Park Hae Joon, reappears, along with his son. The rural reunion sets the stage for emotional reckoning and comedic misunderstandings.

Release date: August 9

Where to watch: KBS2

Plot: Spanning 50 episodes, Splendid Days explores generational differences and life in a changing Korea. Jung Il Woo plays Ji Hyeok, a dependable man struggling with romance despite career success. His loyal friend Eun Oh (Jung In Sun) harbours unrequited feelings, while their mutual friend Sung Jae (Yoon Hyun Min), a lonely chaebol, seeks connection. 

Release date: August 22

Where to watch: Netflix

Plot: Set in 1980s Chungmuro, the heart of South Korean cinema, Aema delivers a fierce rivalry between top actress Jung Hui Ran (Lee Honey) and ambitious newcomer Sin Ju Ae (Bang Hyo Rin). As they vie for the lead role in the provocative film Madame Aema, the series addresses power dynamics and misogyny in the film industry. What unfolds is a gripping portrayal of ambition, betrayal, and the fight to reclaim agency in a male-dominated field.

Release date: August 23

Where to watch: Disney+, KBS2

Plot: Fantasy epic Twelve brought together a powerful ensemble, including Ma Dong Seok and Park Hyung Sik, in a battle between angels and demonic forces. Ma’s character, Tae San, commands a group of divine warriors, each embodying an animal spirit, to protect humanity. Meanwhile, Park’s O Gwi leads an army of evil spirits with plans to overthrow the world. High-stakes action and mythological world-building form the crux of this supernatural saga.

Release date: August 23

Where to watch: tvN, Netflix

Plot: YoonA stepped into the role of a modern French chef mysteriously transported to the Joseon era in this time-slip romantic comedy. Paired with Lee Chae Min, who plays the difficult-to-please King Lee Heon, the series served up a unique blend of palace intrigue and culinary delights. As the two bickered over flavours and etiquette, sparks began to fly—both in the kitchen and between hearts.

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Whether seeking escapism or emotional resonance, fans of K-dramas are in for a memorable month.