Most anticipated K dramas releasing in 2026

Most anticipated K dramas releasing in 2026

Promotional poster for the Netflix series

Poster for the K-drama "Can This Love Be Translated?" featuring main actors Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung.

January, 13 2026

(Web Desk): High-budget 2026 K-dramas have entered production as Netflix and Disney+ have fueled global buzz around upcoming Korean dramas.

High-budget Korean dramas with star studded casts are currently in production. Global streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney+ and Viki and local TV channels are launching big projects that pair top actors with acclaimed writers and directors, reflecting the continued global appetite for K-content.

From intense political thrillers to emotionally layered romantic sagas, 2026 Korean dramas are expected to push creative boundaries.

Here is a look at the most anticipated titles slated for release in 2026:

A poster for

1. Can This Love Be Translated?

Actors: Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung

Genre: Romance

Platform: Netflix

Cast of the Genie TV drama 'Climax' / Courtesy of Genie TV

2. Climax

Actors: Ha Jung-woo and Kim Hee-ae

Genre: Thriller

Platform: Genie TV and ENA.

Shin Min-a in a scene from 'The Remarried Empress' / Courtesy of Disney+

3. The Remarried Empress

Actors: Shin Min-a, Ju Ji-hoon and Lee Se-young

Genre: Fantasy-Romance

Platform: Disney+

A poster for 'Perfect Crown' / Courtesy of MBC

4. Perfect Crown

Actors: Byeon Woo-seok and IU

Genre: Romance

Platform: Disney+

A poster for 'Portraits of Delusion' / Courtesy of Disney+

5. Portraits of Delusion

Actors: Kim Seon-ho and Suzy

Genre: Historical Drama

Platforms: Disney+

As teasers are expected to roll out soon, upcoming 2026 K-dramas are already influencing online trends, reinforcing Korea’s dominance in global streaming entertainment.