In theory, bad boys are often considered the most alluring characters, which is why they are frequently featured in K-Dramas. Many popular K-Dramas include at least one antagonist, particularly if the character happens to be the lead actor. These bad-boy roles add a thrilling element to the storyline, making them even more captivating to watch. If you're looking for K-Dramas with irresistible bad boys, then check out this list that will surely make you swoon and leave you wanting more.

Scarlet Heart: Ryeo

This 2016 fantasy-historical-romance drama was such a hit when it aired and is still among the best K-Dramas ever. There are a few bad people in this, but our main bad boy is not actually bad. His attitude is the product of bullying, but he is secretly soft at heart. Isn't that always the case?

Starring: Lee Joon-gi, Lee Ji-eun, and Kang Ha-neul

More Than Friends

This drama is about two high school friends who get a second chance at love in adulthood after years of misunderstanding each other. Due to personal stories, watch how the main lead, who masks his feelings with a bad boy exterior, finally opens up about the feelings he has been keeping for years.

Starring: Ong Seong-wu, Shin Ye-eun, and Kim Dong-jun

Tempted

This is another classic bad boy with a spoiled, rich, and prides himself on being a smooth playboy character, but with a sad backstory, which made him the way he is and is understood. This melodrama is loosely based on the Hollywood film “Cruel Intentions,” and the 1782 French novel Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos.

Starring: Woo Do-hwan, Park Soo-young, Kim Min-Jae, and Moon Ga-young

When a Man Falls In Love

The male lead in this one is the ultimate bad boy. After being abandoned by his parents, he grew up in a gang and rose in the ranks due to a trusted mob boss. His cold attitude and career choice certainly make it harder for people to approach him, let alone start a relationship with him.

Starring: Song Seung-Heon, Shin Se-kyung, Chae Jung-an, and Yeon Woo-jin

School 2017

Part of the school series, the bad boy in this one is pretty weird. He has that rich and cold personality, but he's also very cheeky and loves pulling pranks, but the thing is, his antics are for the greater good and the fairness of the students.

Starring: Kim Jung-Hyun, Kim Se-Jeong, Jang Dong-yoon, Han Sun-Hwa, and Han Joo-wan

Tale of the Nine-Tailed

Most of these mystical dramas usually have a bad-boy character that is often misunderstood. Instead of having an honest conversation with the female lead, of course, our bad boy decides to just show off his coldness instead. 

Starring: Lee Dong-Wook, Jo Bo-ah, and Kim Bum