You love K-content but need a break from K-dramas. If you are in the same boat, you need to check out some Korean reality TV shows that are as addictive as K-dramas.

Interestingly, K-TV shows are a major hit in not only Korea but all around the world. They are majorly loved for their absurd yet binge-worthy laughing spree. The rise of OTT has further propelled K-reality shows towards a new viewing experience. Considering the current trends, their popularity is not dying anytime soon.

So, if you are planning to watch and enjoy K TV shows, here are some recommendations:

Single’s Inferno

Single’s Inferno is a popular reality dating show on Netflix. The show puts nine single people on an island with limited amenities (like no electricity) and the contestants have to find their true love in such a scenario. The show integrates survival contests with dating scenarios, both of which are quite popular among viewers. The contestants on the “Inferno” set are exposed to many challenges to make ends meet and date other contestants without sharing their true age or profession. This makes the show very entertaining as participants must use their unique personal traits to woo the people they are attracted to.

The Return of the Superman

Though the show was released in 2013, it has become an all-time favorite Korean TV reality show due to its adorable children who were participants in this show along with their fathers. The Return of the Superman consists of celebrity fathers who are left alone with their children with no help for 48 hours. It gave mothers the much-needed rest time they deserved. In addition, fans got an opportunity to watch the daily lives of celebrity dads, their homes as well as the adventure they embark upon with their kids. The series has hundreds of binge-worthy episodes with many children growing up and leaving the show.

We Got Married

This show is a must-watch for those who are fans of Korean pop music and Korean idols. The show, We Got Married would choose celebrities – a male and a female, pair them together, and put them in situations where they have to act like a married couple. Throughout the episodes, they would be given challenges to complete, and test their fake relationship through difficult tasks. The show was a great hit in Korea, majorly due to Korean celebrities and the different sides the show unveiled.

Law of the Jungle

The documentary-reality show Law of the Jungle ran for ten years and has been a long-time favorite of many viewers. The show was created by comedian Kim Byung-man to travel to some of the remotest locations in the world and experience the wilderness. In the episodes of the show, the comedian’s several friends, including K-pop idols and actors, joined him in the adventure and confronted what it is like to survive in the jungle. The cast had to learn many survival skills, like hunting, sourcing meals, creating shelter, and so on. The show concluded in 2021 but it is still watched and loved by many fans all over the world.

Busted

Busted is the first thriller mystery variety show from Netflix that combines the genres of comedy, thrill, and mystery. In the show, several Korean celebrities pose as sleuths who are part of a secret operation, named Project D, led by a mysterious man named “K”. The contestants are implanted with a DNA chip of famous detectives from history which gives them the strength and mind to work as private investigators. In the episodes, they are handed out a new case that needs to be solved.   The show includes scripted as well as unscripted parts and casts many renowned names over three seasons, like Park Min-young, Lee Seung-gi, Yoo Jae-suk, and others.

BTS – Bon Voyage

BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is the most popular boy band in South Korea. Aside from their world-popular songs and handsome members, they have also captured the hearts of their fans through the reality show BTS: Bon Voyage. The show follows the band as the members travel around the world and gives a sneak peek into their daily lives like boys playing games and hanging out together.

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