Drama, by far, is one of the broadest genres. It suffices romance, fantasy, thriller, and all others without much problem. Well, the reason is obvious as every story can do better with slightly more spice and drama. In this article, we bring you a list of the best drama webtoon titles.
From action engrossed with feelings to relationships where things continue to go turbulent. Check out all the following titles to find your favorite Drama Webtoon(s)
25+ Top Manhwa (Korean Webtoons) That You Should Check Out (2019)
Top 50 Drama Webtoon (2021 Updated)
50. Live Forever
Status: Complete
A webtoon with a comparatively lesser number of chapters than usual. The art style is unique and very enchanting. Black and white though not the typical manga style along with red dominating the scenes. The storyline progress, along with excellent planning and preparation. Sarah, our protagonist, recently lost her mother to cancer. The story tells us about her journey towards acceptance of fate with supernatural elements putting in the drama this webtoon requires. Sarah has now made it her goal to find the formula of eternal life. Additionally, when a clue lives in your neighborhood, things get pretty exciting.
49. Acception
Status: Ongoing
This is different from all the other drama webtoons in this list as it takes more towards comedy. With small strips and hilarious events, the story focuses on Arcus, a well different student in many terms. His rainbow hair, independent thoughts, and belief in himself are noteworthy. The story might focus on Arcus, but everyone who has gone through phases where they thought that high school is the worst invention ever might need the energy of this webtoon to survive.
48. Castle Swimmer
Status: Ongoing
This webtoon deals with a twisting fate and touching plot. The art style is descriptive and straightforward, with not too much background dominance. It portrays the sea world where all the fish-people varieties have prophecies that will help them grow to success in one way or another. In the middle of all the prophecies, an important aspect is the Beacon, Kappa, a fish with shining scales. All the prophecies tie him. Since his birth, he had been working ahead to fulfill them.
He enters the shark’s dungeon and is held captive. Their prophecy tells them to kill kappa so that they can escape the curse, which causes numerous causalities. When the shark prince, Siren (Yep! I found the name ironic) who is supposed to kill Kappa, sees him, he gets entranced by his beauty. He must look for other ways to save kappa. With conspiracy going on from other clans and soft blushes throughout, it is a beautiful plot.
47. Lumine
Status: Ongoing
Dealing with mysteries and secrets scattered throughout the plot, this fantasy–drama webtoon is sweet and plot-driven. The chapter length can be considered a bit short, but it is quite exceptional in the long run. The art is excellent, and the character development is great. Lumine is a werewolf who is extremely rare, and only weredogs exist in common. Though he is tiny and no one takes much notice of how he does things. Both werewolves and weredogs exist in human forms with ears and tail sticking out. However, they can transform into their primitive form whenever they desire.
Kody is a witch whose dad, Aiden takes in Lumine knowing full well who he is. Kody being an outcast at school is a child with a temper and good all cold savage glares. Lumine becomes his bodyguard, and being the cinnamon roll he is, we see Kody slowly opening up to him. Though the plot gets more and more diversified and the cute artwork sure outlines secrets which are to be discovered as the series progress further. A delightful read for when you crave fantasy webtoons.
46. Back To You
Status: Ongoing
The author of the webtoon “Flow” is back with another great webtoon.
What would you do when you are given another chance to save your first crush who constantly keeps appearing in your dreams, even after many years?
Well, our Hayoung Yoon is in luck. Hayoung was transported to high school, 10 years in the past along with the guy she was on a blind date with, Eunjae. Will she tamper with the past or will leave it as the same it was and never confess to her first crush?
A perfect blend of fantasy, romance, and drama, this webtoon is a warm read. Also, with a soothing and visually appetizing art and a nice plot, Back To You brims with potential to look forward to along with backstories. So, let the power of love conquer fate!
45. Days of Hana
Status: Ongoing
From the author of Orange marmalade, this story has you quacking throughout either as you pray for some character to get deleted out or so that the leads realize what they feel for each other. Another title amongst top fantasy webtoons and manhwa, which deals with werewolves and humans. All the werewolves in this universe are taken in as pets even when they have a human form with ears and tail sticking out. The primitive form is often restricted and not called out by the werewolves. Submission of werewolves helps humans keep themselves safe from the mighty beasts, and one can point out how werewolves get discriminated against.
Haru, a werewolf is adopted by Hana’s dad Mr. Lee. Hana and Haru have always been close to Hana. Mr. Lee works as an ambassador fighting for equal rights to the werewolves. Things start turning towards a serious scene as werewolves earn the freedom to attend schools. This fantasy-drama webtoon takes deeper arcs, and the plot widens with details and character development.
44. Odd Girl Out
Status: Ongoing
Lives of four girls as they intersect each other incoherently at high school. The story majorly focuses on Nari, the main protagonist, even though almost all other characters are significant, and proper detailing is there. This webtoon sets with Nari’s perception, thus making her more essential to the story. The story is a tale with many intersects about Nari, her life, and other people in it. The art style is light and straightforward. The expressions make a huge difference throughout. The relationships take turns as they go through more revelation and ordeals.
This drama webtoon focuses on many social issues and the perceptions of the young child. The characters are incredibly relatable and likable. A story as the characters deal with their insecurities and mistakes without running from them anymore.
43. Witch Hunt
Status: Complete
I believe this webtoon is slightly unpopular in aspect to what it has to offer. This is a story about Izzy, a witch who returns to life after significant trauma. The characters have various layers, which makes them touching and interesting. Throughout the webtoon, you have this anticipation as to what will be the ending. The art style is simple, but all the more conveys everything as it should be.
Gamin, a middle school kid, is who starts with his perspective as a window for us to understand the story. We get to know about the small back story regarding him and Izzy. Consequently, as Izzy’s perspective takes form, the story goes deeper. It is a great drama webtoon with emotions, fantasy, action, and storyline having their best portrayal throughout.
42. The Devil Is a Handsome Man
Status: Ongoing
As for the art style, this webtoon is one of a kind. Also, the pattern with which the story progress is different from the usual. Every other character and every part of this webtoon is peculiar and way different than usual. The story takes a new turn towards the Hell world with it shown as modern, and the devil’s portrayal is on point.
The story follows Xo, a resident at the Hell world in simpler terms. Her demand from the devil and how she is trying to find out more about who she is. The story covers many layers and many characters you can most relate to. The author has also taken time to make proper maps and details of this fantasy world. One of the titles you will enjoy reading for all the intersecting plots, story and drama it has to offer.
41. ReLife
Status: Complete
What if you get another shot at life to do things again? Do you think you will be able to make changes? Well, even if you feel so, I believe right now you can’t so positively look further. Though, for Kaizaki Arata, it is a different case. After a traumatic experience in his past job has never been able to get a job. Dealing with PTSD and trying to hide the fact that he lost his career from his mates makes it harder. However, one day after an intimidating party with his colleagues, he tries to reach for his home only to be met by a stranger.
Then, Yaoke Ryou, the stranger, tells him about the ReLife research institute and how they give you a chance to redo your high school year. Based on one year of high school, the person gets opportunities to get into a job and back to their life. The plot is exceptionally new and all the details make sure that readers do not get caught in confusion or plot holes. This manhwa shows how bonds amongst people can help them grow. Throughout his journey Kazaki makes friends, and there are also very supportive side characters that support the story. All in all, you are going to enjoy this drama webtoon.
40. Unordinary
Status: Ongoing
All the people in this action–drama webtoon has powers on a varying scale, which rules out how strong a person. Wellston High is the school for elites who have abilities that surpass the average tire with a serious hierarchy amongst the different tiers. John is a newly enrolled boy considered ‘cripple,’ I.e., someone with no superpowers. How will he survive in such a hierarchy? And what does the confidence he portrays have to do with being the lowest on the ranks?
Fighting sequences usually portray dominance over the low tier. The power distribution and skill distribution are precise. One can find some pleasant surprises throughout the fighting scenes, and the versatility adds more to the flavor. Seraphina, John, and Arlo are one of the main characters in this diverse plot. The characters are likable and have personalities that collide but collaborate.
39. July Found By Chance
Status: Ongoing
Eun Danoha, a 17-year-old high school girl with a terminal illness, has been frequently experiencing memory blankness and is able to see flashes of the future. As if her aloof life with illness wasn’t sufficient, to add on, she realizes soon that she’s inside a world of a Korean webtoon. And, on top of that, she’s only a supporting character. Well.. I guess it’s time to overthrow the course of the original plot and seize life back from the creator of the webtoon!
The manhwa pulls you with its art and beautiful character design but you stay due to its beautifully crafted plot. Also, it has interesting and well-developed characters. So, let us set on this rollercoaster of emotion.
And if you are a Korean drama fan then you can also watch the K-Drama series named “Extraordinary You” which is based on this manhwa.
38. Biting The Tiger
Status: Completed
Get ready to witness the cutest tiger cub of all times! A Shounen Ai.
Yunho Seo felt heartbroken when his crush since 10 years, Kyunghoon Moon announced that he had fallen in love with another guy. Yunho who ran out from shock suddenly encounters Hanwool, a mythical creature who hates humans. But why is Hanwool able to smell a sweet scent coming from Yunho? What type of relationship does fate withhold for them in the future?
An eye-pleasing art, the use of chibi art style, and the handsome characters elevates the beauty and cuteness. This webtoon has a wholesome cuteness sprinkled with fantasy, drama, and romance with some smutty scenes. Painful pasts and cute character development can be witnessed as well. Also, it has a decent plot. Thus, it’s worth a read.
37. My Boo (Transparent Cohabitation)
Status: Completed
Yuri So, a 27-year-old freelancer, has the ability to see ghosts. Recently, she moved into a new apartment which was haunted by a ghost, Jun Ko. She pretends not to see ghosts as she doesn’t want to get involved with ghosts due to bad past experiences. But due to some incident, that wasn’t the case with the ghost Jun Ko. And that’s how the relationship between a ghost and a human initiates who yearns for comfort and touch but can’t.
It has an intriguing and smooth-paced plot along with clean and minimalistic art. Though the ending was a little rushed, still get ready with your handkerchiefs because the ending might be a tearjerker for you.
Romance with a touch of comedy and abundance of tragedy. It’s sweet, it’s beautiful, it’s emotional. Thus, a bittersweet manhwa served.
36. My ID Is Gangnam Beauty
Status: Ongoing
Kang Mirai was frequently bullied and coldly treated due to her being overweight and her lack of beauty features. Later she undergoes a transformation and becomes a Gangnam beauty after getting multiple plastic surgeries. And it is the beginning of her college life as a college freshman. Will she be able to live the type of life she wanted to and learn how to love herself despite her appearance?
It’s a well-written story with decent art. The story portrays some social issues including bullying, sexual harassment, stalking, the dark side of Korean beauty standards and their obsession, and some other themes including self-confidence, self-awareness, and personal growth. It has likable characters with some nice character development to look forward to. Also, it has been adapted as a k-drama. In short, this manhwa is a fun and adorable read.
35. The Abandoned Empress
Status: Completed
Aristia, born in a marquess family, was raised to be the future empress due to a prophecy. Her life went downhill when a mysterious girl, Jieun appeared. Her position was snatched, she became a lower queen, was belittled as a wicked woman, her father was executed for treason and she ended up being executed by the man she loved. Given a second chance as she is taken back in time 7 years. How will she change her fate and prevent the tragedy from happening?
An aesthetically pleasing and beautiful art style, decent plot, nice character developments, topped with some comedic elements. Thus, this isekai is a delightful drama webtoon to read.
34. Somewhere In Time
Status: Completed
*Shounen Ai Alert*
I came across him when I was in the dark. He became my light and saved me. Now I, Zhixing Yu, an oil painter, have been the neighbor of him, Jun Shen, main singer and guitarist of a band. But I never had the courage to talk let confess. But who would have thought that a cat spirit would grant my wish to get closer to Jun Shen? That’s how Shen turned into a cat for 7 days and now maybe I can get close to him…
I loved the color pallets and the illustration was quite refreshing. Though it was a little confusing, I can still say it as a light and magical rom-com. Humour, sadness, happiness, drama, emotions we feel it all. Also, the backstory of the characters was quite touching.
33. Dr. Frost
Status: Ongoing
Mr. Frost, a professor and psychological consultant by day and a bartender by night. Frost is a genius and a recognizable psychologist who is skilled at reading people but lacks empathy due to an accident. The story follows Frost and his collection of consulting cases. (https://hippainhelp.com)
Neat art, a well-researched and well-written plot with a decent pace, Mr. Frost presents you with a balance of drama, comedy, and mystery. Real psychological facts and insights, psychoanalysis, observation, logic, and understanding of the human mind are portrayed.
If you are a psychology student or have a keen interest in the field, then this webtoon is a must-read for you. Thus, let’s dig deep in our minds with this educational and informative webtoon. Moreover, this manhwa has been adapted as a Korean drama series with the same title as well.
32. Head Over Heels
Status: Completed
*Yandere couple alert* Sometimes obsession towards someone can turn into madness.
Ha Yan, a supposedly submissive girl is the bullied and playing toy of Suh Woohyun, a rich and popular guy. But Ha Yan turns out to be deliberately provoking Woohyun to punish her. Entangled in obsession and deception, where will this relationship take them to?
Decent paced plot complemented with nice art and twisted characters. A story of manipulation, psychological abuse, stalking, twisted pasts, and lots more twisted themes served on the plate. Masochist to another level. So, get ready for some messed-up shit ahead.
31. The Remarried Empress
Status: Ongoing
Though it was a marriage of convenience but Sovieshu and Navier were the perfect adorable couple. And Navier was the empress with all the qualities to be called the perfect empress. Until the arrival of Rashta (The Trashta:)), a runaway slave and later who became Soviershu’s mistress to whom Sovieshu promised the empress’ position. And here our dumb emperor demanded a divorce.
“I accept the divorce and I request an approval of my remarriage.” Those were the words of our smart Navier. Who did she remarry? So, get reading for some drama ahead.
A strong female lead, a dumb emperor, a bitch, and a hot and charming male lead (Heinley). Moreover, visuals are quite appealing with the magic and historical touch, intriguing plot and the characters are well-built. But the plot pacing is slow to the point where I eagerly want to slit the throat of the emperor and trashta.
30. I Will be Waiting For You In 1999
Status: Completed
Another beautiful work of the author of “Here U Are”.
It’s a coming-of-age story of two orphans, Mingqi and Shi Yi who wanted to support each other and eventually got attached. It’s about them growing up together and surviving the harsh world along with their other orphan friend, Bai Ming.
Some heavy themes were attempted to be portrayed. Captivating and calming art. It’s a heartwarming yet heart-wrenching drama webtoon. The story had a lot of potential but it ended pretty early with 34 chapters and concluded with a rushed ending. Overall, a warm yet melancholic webtoon with strong characters with scars.
29. Lalin’s Curse
Status: Ongoing
A bunch of teenagers, a boy who believes in all things supernatural, his best friend who gets sick by thinking of ghosts, and a town with mysteries. What more do you want from a drama webtoon? Because literally, everything is in here. David is our main protagonist who, no matter how much judgment he faces, never let go of his belief in supernatural things, be it aliens or human-reptilians (The rhyme caught me off guard too). Felix, his best friend, does his best to keep him level-headed while still supporting his claims. However, when evidence comes knocking on David’s door, he surely won’t be hesitating, and this is just the starting.
Set in a fantasy town Lalin this webtoon supports AWE-some art and a beautiful setting. The story does grab on you as you explore more of this webtoon. The comedy moments, suspicious acts, and frightening glimpses, everything is set at the right point. So plunging into this fantasy – drama webtoon shouldn’t be something you put off for much longer.
28. My Starry Sky
Status: Completed
Seo Skyler, the coolest kid in school, has been Yeonduk’s first love for 10 years. Due to their mothers’ friendship, Yeondeok has been stuck with Skyler all his life and now in the same high school. But Skyler has been treating Yeonduk as nothing good but a personal slave. But suddenly one day, Skyler started treating Yeonduk nicely. What could be the reason for this sudden change of heart?
Pretty art, a well-written plot, and beautiful narration. As the story proceeds, it gets heavy and includes parental issues, child abuse, bullying, misunderstanding., abandonment, self-realization, and growth.
So, slip into this emotionally engrossing drama webtoon filled with many life experiences.
27. Beware Of The Villainess!
Status: Ongoing
I, a modern-day college student, woke up as the Crown Prince’s fiancee (Melissa Podebright) aka the villainess, inside a novel. My fiance turns out to be trash whom the original Melissa truly loved. Cheating, seducing, making out in front of me! Am I heartbroken? Meh! Is he a trash? Absolutely.
As the duke’s daughter, I can live a ravish and leisure life. I just need to overturn the main plot and break off the engagement with the trash. Ugh! And I can’t let Yuri, the female lead, be manipulated by 4 trash. Hence, let the savageness begin!
Hold up because the shit is going to get hilarious. This isekai is one of the most hilarious and cutest manhwas I ever read. Though it has a simple plot yet it’s refreshing. Furthermore, the art is just a big LUB! And the facial expressions are hilarious along with meme-worthy scenes. Also, it has a beautiful character design with varieties of personalities that elevates the humor level. Thus, a delightful read with an abundance of laughter.
Ps. Witness the cutest’s cutest werewolf, Nine!
26. A Good Day to Be a Dog
Status: Ongoing
A Good Day to Be a Dog is amongst the sweetest webtoons I have come across. The pacing in the starting chapter is slightly slow and might feel boring though it gets hugely better. Hana is a teacher, and things swirl down as one party night she ends up kissing another teacher in place of her crush. It’s not the end of drama present. Hana’s family has a curse, which leads them to turn into a dog every night after they kiss. The only way to break it is by kissing the same guy again in dog form.
Jin, the male teacher who Hana ends up kissing, is an introvert and is aware of Hana’s feelings for their colleague Bogum. To sum up, this is a push and pull romance – drama tale as we anticipate every moment for something to work out. A heart-warming webtoon but able enough to give you cliffhangers and shocks now and then.
25. Crimson Karma
Status: Ongoing
A successful and competent Colonel (Kasiya Del Roman) was known as a machine who lived her life as a machine tool. It was due to her lack of remorse and humane feelings. She was thrown away and killed. But wait! Why is she still alive? And what’s with this medieval setting? Did she reincarnate looong back in time on another battlefield? Well… things are going to get interesting.
Nice and vibrant art topped with some humor and many handsome men alongside. Although another isekai, but No romance, No shit, only badass lead, cool action, and beautiful bonding and magic! Furthermore, we are able to witness an emotionless woman’s character growth gaining emotions. Thus, a refreshing one.
24. At The End Of The Road
Status: Completed
Warning: Includes heavy elements including bullying, child abuse, suicide, physical violence, and psychological issues
*Another Shounen Ai*
Taemin who was working his butt off to pay off the loan and survive thought that the future will turn out to be better than this. But who would have thought that his life is going to be completely changed? He got hit by a truck and wakes up in the body of Siwon, a guy who was a victim of intense bullying and who attempted suicide. As if surviving and standing up for himself wasn’t enough, he stumbled upon someone (Childhood friend Min Woo Jin) from his past life. Will Woojin realize that Siwon is Taemin? So, let’s see how their relationship unfolds.
The portrayal of family, friendship, love, and struggle. It has a unique and eye-pleasing art style with a perfect plot and backstories execution. Also, well-developed characters with complex personalities are present as well. Many twists and turns, drama with a hint of romance. Although it had a rushed ending, yet it’s an engrossing read.
23. American Ghost Jack
Status: Completed
Go Eun Ma is the daughter of the ghost house’s owner. They have been running the ghost house for many years. But now the old ghost house is unable to attract many visitors and is soon set to be demolished. Thus, to prevent that from happening, Go-Eun decided to visit the world’s scariest ghost Jack Bland’s house, in which if you survive for 15 days without breaking the rules, you will win prize money of one million dollars. But surviving in a ghost house isn’t going to be a child’s play…
An underrated manhwa. If you are into horror plus gore plus romance plus drama webtoon, then this one surely fits your criteria. You’ll witness beautiful character development with complex layered characters. Intense and enthralling plot along with many plot twists, tragic pasts of the characters, and heavy themes. Moreover, the art complimented well with the plot, the setting, and the atmosphere. You’ll be forced to read it in one sitting, that’s the level of thriller and intense plot this has.
22. Broken Melody
Status: Completed
Yeon Minhee used to be an internationally renowned piano prodigy. Her career and life were bright. But soon it started to turn dark due to one single mistake. It led to her mental health deterioration, her family relationship cracked up and her confidence shaken. But then appeared Eun Hyun, a piano teacher with his tragedies, who turned into her ray of hope.
The story is a drama webtoon laced with tragedy. It has a good-paced yet a little stretched-out plot with fascinating art. You will feel overwhelmed by emotions when you read this emotional journey.
It displays anxiety disorder, manipulation, betrayal, failures, and some other heavy themes. Personally, I enjoy such stories but for some viewers, this might be disturbing or boring.
21. Random Chat
Status: Ongoing
Joonwoo is a loner, not precisely the victim of bullying, but he hates school. No friends and no one to talk to, so his refugee is an online anonymous chatting platform, Random Chat. With weirdos to older people hanging out there, it is always something new from him. It is all games, and no emotions connect until one day, his match turns out to be his classmate. Joonwoo must decide whether he should tell her that he is her random chat partner or let things go usually. Though change is going to happen, as many things are coming his way.
The art style does proper justice to this drama webtoon, simultaneously marking the crucial elements in each panel. The setting of the story is suitable, and it goes smoothly with all the chaos in Joonwoo’s life. A new title with a lot of potentials.
20. Gourmet Hound
Status: Completed
*Especially for food lovers out there!*
Lucy is a food enthusiast with a heightened sense of smell and taste. She discovers that her all-time favorite restaurant Dimanche’s kitchen staff has been changed, whose food she has been in love with for years. When dejected Lucy accidentally runs into two of Dimanche’s former chefs, she sets out to find out the other former staff to restore the “Perfect Taste”.
It has warm and colorful art topped with humor and integrated with several other themes, like loss, insecurities, grief, friendship, relationship, etc. With its engaging plot, relatable characters, well-written story arcs along with various characters with distinct personalities and from different races, colors, and sexuality, Gourmet Hound proves to be a rollercoaster of emotions. Because we can connect with these characters.
Lighthearted. Appetizing. Relaxing with a Realistic Approach. In short, a rereading worth material. Warning: Don’t read this webtoon on an empty stomach! So, let’s drool over the webtoon together!
19. Age Matters
Status: Ongoing
Who doesn’t love CEO X Secretary?
Recently dumped and cheated on is Rose Choi, a 29 years old who’s gonna be 30 soon. On the other hand, we have Yoon Daniel, a 23 years old billionaire CEO and founder of Lime. Fate crossed their paths and somehow Rose became Yoon’s assistant. Will age become a barrier or will love blossom?
Beautiful illustration and cohesive writing, integrated with hilarious scenes with a relaxing soundtrack. It’s one of the heartwarming drama webtoons I read with a slow burn romance. Furthermore, with nice character development and growth, cinnamon rolls of hottie characters, and subplots, it’s a delightful ride.
18. Purple Hyacinth
Status: Ongoing
An officer who can detect lies and an assassin who has never been caught, and the inescapable fate. Drama is bound to happen in this webtoon. The authors put a lot of hard work into this webtoon, and it shows. Amidst the tense environment, there are facial expressions and comedy moments that keep you enjoying. Lauren Sinclair, the officer with an ability to detect lies, is hell-bent on solving decade long mystery. Though things go down when you know, people are lying, but you don’t have proof to put them behind bars.
Purple Hyacinth is the best assassin working for an organization that aims at royals and is the reason for Lauren’s traumas. What will Lauren do when she has a chance to join hands with the Purple Hyacinth himself?
17. Spirit Fingers
Status: Ongoing
This is a complete series. However, Webtoon Naver is currently publishing it in English. The story is about, said an ordinary high school student. She accidentally gets in the way of a club, Spirit Fingers, and how it changes her life. The webtoon is about recognizing your true colors. The author keeps the story funny, full of drama, and still provides many touching emotions and tales. The art style is also elegant and colorful. The essence of social issues and all the topics are. Every character has his/her back story, and it gets to revelation with time. An exceptionally heart-warming webtoon, which, along with the portrayal of character growth, also helps you grow.
16. From Nightmare To Love
Status: Ongoing
Warning: Triggering scenes including self-injury, suicidal thoughts, sexual assault, depression, and bullying are displayed
Kan was enduring humiliation and was attacked and targeted by false rumors. Everyday. Her life was breaking apart until Yuya appeared in her life to lend a helping hand.
Smoothly paced plot development with insights as to why Yuya wants to help Kan. The author did a great job in portraying such dark themes with the touch of humor integrated alongside. Moreover, it has a beautiful illustration with a decent love story and drama. Yet an underrated one.
Sadly the drama webtoon has been on hiatus since a long time due to the accident of the author (Not Confirmed).
15. Weak Hero
Status: Ongoing
Gray Yeon, a mysterious new student, is a 5’2, skinny, pale-looking guy. But surely he isn’t someone you can bully or prey on. This cunning, calculative and ruthless short guy knows how to bring even the toughest guy down. He’s ready to break down the established internal hierarchy in school by tackling the higher ranking bullies.
Captivating character design with different traits. A good pace of the plot and character development along with backstories made it a delightful read. Moreover, it has a realistic plot with a heartwarming friendship bond. Also, it has nice gang and solo fighting scenes with different fighting styles.
Thus, totally binge-worthy and badass action-packed and drama webtoon. It’s not just action but a combination of different elements with different story arcs.
14. True Beauty
Status: Ongoing
True Beauty follows an average-looking girl. Who, after some accidental embarrassing sessions, gets the hang of makeup. (www.cosmolex.com) Jugyeong Lim’s look after makeup sure is different. Then comes the major two male characters, Suho Lee and Seojun Han, having idol looks and intersecting back story. You stay for the expressions, you stay for the art, you stay for the story, and you stay for everything this webtoon has to offer. So try it out and engrossing yourself into this drama – romance webtoon won’t take long.
13. Interview With A Murderer (Queensa)
Status: Completed
*Another Shounen Ai*
Aspiring journalist Jonathan April was forced by his brother, Baron to record an interview along with his colleague Robben (a criminal psychologist) in exchange for getting a letter of recommendation from Baron. But little did he know that the interview was with an incarcerated infamous serial killer, Kister who slaughtered 33 adult men. And who would have thought that Jonathan would catch the attention of Kister?
Get ready to get sucked into thriller, drama, and suspense along with humor. An enticing and well-constructed plot, nice illustration, and well-pacing are enough to make you emotionally invested in it, plus we have a hot serial killer! Thus, it’s delightfully twisted and thrilling!
12. Lookism
Status: Ongoing
Lookism is a wholesome webtoon title that falls under the drama genre. The story involves action, romance, suspense, and all possible genres interwoven perfectly. Daniel Park is a high school student, prone to bullying, and our main protagonist. With this in mind, he leaves his previous school. With the growing exploitation by his bully in an attempt to run away from his problems. Though everything catches to him soon enough. The story doesn’t only focus on the lead but also on the side characters. Each character has a reason as to why they are, the way they are. The drama comes from all the plots intersecting and mystery build-up. You sure don’t want to miss this if you are into scenarios that discuss social to emotional issues all in width.
Daniel Park is a loner ‘ugly’ boy who deals with many financial and social problems, including bullying. Daniel Park’s life is exhausting, and to escape it, he enrolls in a far-off high school. His personality is typically set back, childish, and lacks confidence for the majority. The character growth, the involvement of more characters as the story goes by, and relationships between people grow very well. This webtoon portrays action and emotions in such a miscible manner that it is almost impossible to hate it. I like all the bridges there are to join the whole masterpiece in one.
11. Here U Are
Status: Completed
Another Shounen Ai
Senior X Junior
(Outgoing) X (Reserved)
The author of Guang Xiang is back with another great work.
Yu Yang, an openly gay sophomore majoring in design, is handling the work at the registration counter for the freshmen and to guide them. One of the newcomers turned out to be a tall, unsociable, and supposedly rude Li Huan. But as time passes by, Yu Yang realizes Li Huan isn’t that bad at all… So, start of a new term and the start of a new relationship.
Top-notch and clean art with beautiful character design. Cute chemistry of characters with different personalities along with some character development that evolves at their own pace. Also, it is a slow burn romance topped with humor and fluffiness. Wasn’t cliche and no unnecessary drama.
It deals with real life and real issues and struggles including family, love, LGBTQ+, acceptance, rejection, trauma, etc. So, let’s get invested deep into this refreshing webtoon.
10. Save Me
Status: Completed
Warning: Triggering and disturbing scenes depicting bullying at extreme levels, physical abuse, and violence displayed in the webtoon
Na Hyeongo is a disabled student who is also an outcast and struggles as the main target of the bullies. He’s constantly harassed by the students and even by the teachers every day. No one seems to be willing to help him until Cha Namsoo, a new transferable student comes to stand by his side.
One of my most favorite psychological dark drama revenge webtoons is here. The detailed art style is a feast to eyes with complex characters and a slow-paced realistic plot which builds up the suspense until the end. Just be patient because it’s a well-structured story dipped in the thriller, many hidden details, and the character growth is one to watch.
09. Midnight Poppy Land
Status: Ongoing
Cheated on and a heartbroken Poppy is a small-town young book editor assistant. Our handsome well built Tora is a mafia bodyguard. What happens when due to some reason, their paths cross and their lives get entangled together? Dragged into the world of the underworld and mafia conflict, where will this relationship take them?
Let’s explore the relationship between Poppy, the cutie, and Tora, the well built handsome guy with long black hair, amber eyes, with tattoos on his body (I totally fell for him). A well-written and gripping plot, breathtaking and beautiful art and character design integrated with cuteness and insanely hot ML.
Look forward to more mystery, drama, romance, and plot development unveiled in season 2.
08. Bastard
Status: Completed
Warning: Dark and disturbing themes included, such as murder, child abuse, etc with gruesome scenes
Jin Seon is an outcast. Jin’s father, a CEO of a company, is a kind and compassionate person, thus a samaritan. But that is just a facade and his real self is someone darker and someone completely unexpected one can think of. A double life led by a father and son, what does the future hold for them?
One of the darkest psychological thriller drama webtoons I ever read. Dark and depressing art, darker plot, and darkest plot twists. Beautifully drawn expressions with brilliant character development and an immersive and unpredictable fast-paced plot.
Thus, it is commendable work. Let the creepiness begin, enough to keep you at the edge of your seats.
07. I Love Yoo
Status: Ongoing
I did just put it here that this is one of my favorites and not be obsessing over it further. Regarding, I Love Yoo; it is a high school story that focuses on romance and drama genre. Both the genres align properly, leaving space for detailing, character arcs, and theories.
The webtoon is about Shin Yoo, a high school girl, fierce and so not your typical girl and her life. After a small accidental bash with a group of boys, her life pretty much turns around with a lot coming her way. The description might seem cheesy, but the webtoon sure is not. The author gives extreme importance to the plot to make all ends connect. The art style is also exquisite and is slightly different than the usual manhwa-manhua art style.
06. It’s Mine
Status: Ongoing
He Stalc
He Attacc
But most importantly
He cute as Hecc. Presenting you with the cutest stalker.
Yohan Do wants to get closer to Dajeong Lee to protect her. Why and from whom does he want to protect her? And why is he ready to go to great lengths to protect her? Get ready to get hooked up with a unique suspense and mystery concept.
A compelling plot, well-developed characters with different personalities along with their backstories, and pretty art. This story isn’t just your usual yandere stalker. It holds much more surprise than you anticipated. So, don’t drop this drama webtoon just after reading some chapters. Because the story gets darker as you proceed.
(Ps. Yohan is the cutest. Period.)
05. My Deepest Secret
Status: Ongoing
This is a psychological drama story. The plot is still not very clear because the series is new on Webtoon. The depth of the plot is apparent, and one can quickly note the tone it is set in. At the same time, I like that the first three episodes are enough for someone to realize what the story has to offer. The art style is clean and crisp.
The webtoon is about Emma, a high school student, her boyfriend, Elios, and her batchmate, Yohan. The three of them have quite different personalities, but in a broader sense, all are somewhere having secrets. Emma works part-time at a coffee shop, and that’s the place where she meets Elios, the perfect boyfriend. Though there is a lot behind this ideal setup and Yohan is the best part to fuel the drama.
04. An Unexpected Truth
Status: Completed
Warning: Mature themes such as mental health, psychological issues, trauma, abuse, obsessions, etc are depicted in the webtoon
A male high school student is convicted of stabbing 8 civilians. He’s Nam Yoseob, a topper and a quiet guy who’s always wearing a mysterious smile. But who would have imagined that such a calm and composed guy can commit such a gruesome act? What could have been the reason for such an act? The story involves Yoseob and his elder brother, Nam Jaeha.
Pleasing art style with an addicting and well-developed plot is brewed with tragedy and darkness. Also, it has complex characters with different perspectives and fascinating character development to watch. Thus, I would say it is a definitive binge-reading one.
03. Annarasumanara
Status: Completed
*Warning: The story is gonna make you cry* You Have Been Warned.
Here comes one of my favorite drama webtoon of all times: Annarasumanara, a Korean word which is similiar to the word “Abracadabra”.
Yun Ai, a high school student struggles to make ends meet as the sole breadwinner of the family and feed her sister. Who knew that meeting a mysterious magician in an abandoned amusement park will become a life-changing moment. A true masterpiece yet underrated one.
It’s a coming-of-age story with an intriguing and thought-provoking storyline. It beautifully portrays different stages of life, harsh realities, Emotions, and societal expectations from us. This drama webtoon has the strong power to change someone’s views towards their life. Simple colors portraying a complex plot, that’s what Annarasumanara is.
This beautifully drawn webtoon illustrated deep messages, valuable life lessons, and struggles with surrealism quality. Also, it has metaphors and heavy visual symbolism in it.
It’ll soon be adapted as a web drama. It’s a mystical magical drama webtoon. So, brace yourself up to experience the rollercoaster of emotions.
So, do you believe in magic?
02. Cheese in The Trap
Status: Ongoing
The drama in this webtoon sure is one of the best, and a k-drama in its name gives it all the recognition. The relationship Seol, our main protagonist with everyone, and Jung are brilliant. The story mainly revolves around Seol, Jung, and Inho. A group high school students, their past, truth, and emotions. Throughout the webtoon, the unique art style helps you in grasping the minor details and reactions. It is undoubtedly one of the significant features that make this webtoon so much better than the others.
The plotline sips on the drama at every point. In every moment, you know another plot twist or part is awaiting you. The best part is that it never gets boring or predictable at any point. The official translation on the Webtoon app is still ongoing, so we are still not sure about the ending the character growth and arcs till now are great. Indeed a must title in the list for drama webtoons.
01. Tower Of God
Status: Ongoing
The top 1 on our list is none other than: Tower Of God!
Welcome to the Tower of God where you can obtain anything you desire at the top of the tower, wealth, immortality, magical abilities, truth, power, glory, or anything. You just need to pass the test and move to top floor. The story is about a guy named “The 25th Bam” who in search of his friend Rachel enters the Tower. Thus, here the adventure begins where Bam battles to climb up each level of the tower facing various challenges.
Simple art which improves greatly later. It’s a beautifully written manhwa with a riveting world-building. Also, as the story proceeds you’ll witness several arcs with plot twists and surprises. Interesting complex characters. Heartwarming and refreshing yet heartwrenching.
It’s a complete package of action, adventure, comedy, fantasy, drama, suspense, fighting scenes, strategies, survival, and a hella lots of betrayals! The beginning pacing is a bit slow but bear with it. So, get ready to read one of the most addictive webtoons out there.
Also, you can check out its anime adaption which was released last year.
The End.
Further, we come to the end of this article. Do give all these a chance to enter your reading list. And if you believe that you have read any drama genre webtoon that deserves a spot in our list, then do comment down and I’ll make sure to add that too here! Also, don’t forget to spread the insightful list with your friends!