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Female-led 'cider narratives' dominate TV: Empowering revenge and justice tales gain popularity

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Posted by Alec06 Sunday, February 11, 2024

In Korea, the 'cider narrative' describes stories where protagonists triumph over difficulties in a refreshing and exhilarating way. Currently, dramas led by female protagonists are embodying this trend, offering viewers satisfying revenge and problem-solving storylines.

"Marry My Husband" on tvN follows Kang Ji-won, who, after being killed due to her best friend's affair with her husband, returns 10 years back to change her fate. Despite her miserable first life, her second chance allows her to use future knowledge for revenge, dramatically improving her situation and even partnering with a chaebol heir.

"The Flower That Blooms at Night" on MBC features Jo Yeohwa, a widow who becomes a nighttime vigilante, rescuing those in need with her martial arts skills. Her actions have led to a consistent rise in the drama's viewership ratings, showcasing the public's love for her thrilling justice.

"The Ultimate Fixer" on JTBC presents Korea's top divorce fixer, Sara Kim, and her quirky lawyer partner, offering ingenious solutions to unbind people from unjust marital ties. Despite being only a few episodes in, the drama's viewership is on a remarkable upward trend, indicating the audience's appetite for stories of justice.

Pop culture critic Kim Heon-sik analyzed, "The three dramas deal with painful realities women face, but issues that cannot be clearly resolved due to frustration. The protagonists solve and take revenge in a satisfying and clear manner, attracting a lot of popularity," and "By challenging taboo areas that were subtle and difficult to touch upon, mixing fantasy and action for a refreshing resolution seems to provide vicarious satisfaction to viewers."

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JangNaraForever
JangNaraForever523 pts Monday, February 12, 2024 0
Monday, February 12, 2024

I watch all of them and enjoy every bit of them 👏

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2t2u321 pts Monday, February 12, 2024 0
Monday, February 12, 2024

when watching tv series especially kdrama the gender of the lead really don't feel as a factor...

when I list my 2023-2024 drama that i watch it is almost equal

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