If Love Next Door tugged at your heartstrings, you’re in for a treat with these upcoming October 2024 releases. These new dramas dive deep into themes of family, love, and the complicated bonds that connect us all. From tales of marriage and second chances to youthful romance and the complexities of chosen families, these shows promise a mix of emotions, humor, and warmth. Here’s a closer look at the ones you won’t want to miss!
1. Let’s Get Married, Frog!
Let’s Get Married, Frog! (결혼하자 맹꽁아!) is a lighthearted family drama that explores the pursuit of true happiness through life’s challenges, including divorce, remarriage, and singlehood. The story centers on Maeng Gong Hee, a contract designer at Jayce Fashion, who unexpectedly reunites with her childhood friend, Gu Dan Soo. Now the wealthy heir to the Jayce Fashion empire, Dan Soo’s return to Korea is part of his grandmother’s plan to make him the company’s next leader. As the two reconnect, they embark on a journey filled with heartwarming and humorous moments, rediscovering themselves and each other along the way.
- Release Date: October 7, 2024, 5:00 PM
2. Fai Namkhang (Thai Adaptation)
In Fai Namkhang, we follow the story of Plubpla, a devoted sister who is forced into a difficult situation after her brother, Tong, gets into serious trouble. When Tong injures someone, Plubpla tries to negotiate his release but finds herself at a disadvantage. Pheem, the victim’s brother, proposes an unexpected deal—he’ll help Tong, but only if Plubpla agrees to be his companion. This Thai drama adaptation dives deep into the themes of love, sacrifice, and how far one is willing to go for family.
- Release Date: October 8, 2024, 7:10 PM
3. Strawberry Kiss Mark
Based on the popular web novel of the same name, Strawberry Kiss Mark tells the coming-of-age story of Shen Xing Ruo, a high school senior who transfers to a new school and moves in with the Lu family. Initially, she struggles to get along with Lu Xing Yan, her new housemate, but as time passes, their relationship begins to evolve into a touching romance. This youthful drama captures the beauty and complexity of first love, high school life, and the bittersweet experience of growing up.
- Release Date: October 8, 2024, 3:30 PM
4. Family by Choice
Family by Choice is a heartwarming drama that centers on three friends—Kim San Ha, Yun Ju Won, and Kang Hae Jun—who were raised together, even though they aren’t biologically related. Supported by two loving fathers, the trio shares a close bond through childhood, but as adults, San Ha and Hae Jun leave to reconnect with their biological families, leaving Ju Won behind. A decade later, the group reunites, but as they try to rekindle their friendship, unresolved emotions and new romantic tensions threaten to unravel their once tight-knit relationship.
- Release Date: October 9, 2024, 5:20 PM
These upcoming dramas offer a heartfelt exploration of love, friendship, and the intricate relationships that shape our lives just like Love Next Door did. Whether you’re in the mood for family-focused stories or romantic tales of rediscovery, October’s drama lineup promises something for everyone.
