Social media is buzzing with clips from the latest K-dramas, Dear X and The Manipulated. Kim Yoo-jung leads Dear X, while Ji Chang-wook stars in The Manipulated. Fans are loving their performances and can’t stop talking about them online.
Dear X is one of the most anticipated K-dramas of the year. It stars Kim Yoo-jung and Kim Dae-young and is a romantic thriller. The first four episodes have already grabbed viewers’ attention with a gripping storyline, complex characters, and strong performances. The show is available on platforms like Viki, HBO Max, and Disney+.
Kim Yoo-jung plays Baek Ah-jin, a celebrated star dealing with past traumas and tough choices. Fans online have described her performance as “magnetic,” “dangerously captivating,” and “career-defining.” Her portrayal of Baek Ah-jin’s intensity has sparked discussions across social media.
Ji Chang-wook returns to K-dramas with The Manipulated. He plays a man wrongly accused of murder who faces severe trauma, including assault and his brother’s suicide, and seeks revenge. The series started streaming on Disney+ on November 5, 2025.
Viewers have called Ji Chang-wook’s performance “heartbreakingly real,” “emotional,” and “insane.” One fan wrote on X, “Watched the first 4 episodes of #TheManipulated. It’s fast-paced, riveting, and action-packed. Ji Chang-wook’s acting is the highlight of the whole drama. This man is crazy talented.” Fans are feeling his emotions deeply, crying and getting angry with his character.
Both Kim Yoo-jung and Ji Chang-wook have impressed K-drama fans with their powerful performances. Dear X and The Manipulated are streaming on different platforms, giving viewers plenty to watch and talk about.