Nine K-Dramas to watch in November on OTT: Dear X to Nice To Not Meet You to The Manipulated and more on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Viki

As November begins, there’s no better way to welcome the new month than with a fresh batch of K-dramas to binge. Whether you’re into swoon-worthy romances, gripping revenge thrillers, or heartfelt slice-of-life stories, this month’s lineup promises something for every kind of viewer. From Dear X’s dark glamour to The Manipulated’s intense vengeance and Nice To Not Meet You’s hilarious chaos, here’s a look at nine Korean dramas streaming across OTT platforms this November.

Upcoming K-dramas of November 2025


1. Last Summer (November 1 | Viki)
The month opens with Last Summer, a warm yet emotional drama starring Lee Jae Wook and Choi Sung Eun. It tells the story of twin brothers separated after their parents’ divorce. One of them, Do Ha, moves to the U.S. but visits Korea every summer to reconnect with his family and childhood friend Ha Kyung, who secretly harbours feelings for him. As adults, their reunion brings long-buried emotions and painful truths to light, making this one a perfect pick for fans of slow-burn romance and nostalgia.


2. Nice To Not Meet You (November 3 | Prime Video)
What happens when a serious journalist and a washed-up actor are thrown together in the glamorous, chaotic world of showbiz? Starring Lee Jung Jae and Lim Ji Yeon, Nice To Not Meet You is a workplace rom-com filled with wit, scandal, and unexpected chemistry. Their relationship evolves from rivalry to friendship and maybe something more.

3. The Manipulated (November 5 | JioHotstar)
If you’re in the mood for a darker story, The Manipulated promises a rollercoaster of emotions. Starring Ji Chang Wook and Do Kyung Soo, the series follows a quiet man who is wrongly imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. After discovering he’s been framed by a mysterious figure, he sets out on a path of vengeance. Expect intense performances, layered storytelling, and a haunting look at justice and morality.

4. Dear X (November 6 | HBO Max, Viki)
Dear X goes deep into the price of fame and the darkness behind a perfect image. Kim Yoo Jung plays Baek Ah-jin, a successful actress who manipulates her way to stardom but hides a ruthless personality. When her life starts to crumble, a man who has silently loved her becomes her only support, and possibly her downfall.

5. As You Stood By (November 7 | Netflix)
This intense drama tells the story of two best friends whose lives take a drastic turn when one faces abuse in her marriage. With all legal avenues exhausted, the two decide to take matters into their own hands. Starring Jeon So Nee and Lee Yoo Mi, As You Stood By is a gritty tale of friendship, trauma, and survival.

6. Because There Is No Next Life (November 10 | Viki)
For something more grounded, Because There Is No Next Life is a heartfelt portrayal of three women in their 40s navigating careers, motherhood, and self-discovery. Featuring Kim Hee Sun and Han Hye Jin, the show celebrates the beauty of growing older while finding strength in friendship and second chances.

7. Dynamite Kiss (November 12 | Netflix)
A lighthearted rom-com to balance the heavier titles, Dynamite Kiss stars Ahn Eun Jin and Jang Ki Yong. The story follows a woman who pretends to be a married mother to get hired at a baby products company. When an unexpected kiss with her boss complicates things, her lies begin to spiral, leading to plenty of laughter, confusion, and heart-fluttering moments.

8. Heroes Next Door (November 17 | Coupang Play)
Action meets heart in Heroes Next Door, where a group of retired special forces soldiers reunite to protect their neighbourhood. Starring Yoon Kye Sang and Jin Sun Kyu, this mix of humour, camaraderie, and action brings a refreshing take on what heroism means in everyday life.

9. Taxi Driver 3 (November 21 | Viki)
The fan-favourite vigilante series Taxi Driver returns for its third season. Lee Je Hoon and his Rainbow Taxi team are back, taking justice into their own hands for people failed by the system. With new cases, higher stakes, and deeper emotional layers, this season promises to be the most gripping yet.

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