From Webtoon to Screen: 5 Action-Packed K-Dramas Adapted from Popular Webtoons
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Gaya Hidup, VIVA Banyuwangi – Webtoons have become a significant source of inspiration for Korean dramas, including the action genre. With their engaging storylines and visually appealing format, webtoon adaptations often result in highly successful K-dramas. Here are 5 action-packed K-dramas adapted from popular webtoons that you should definitely check out.
1. Sweet Home (2020)
Based on the popular thriller webtoon of the same name, "Sweet Home" tells the story of a group of apartment residents who must fight to survive a monster apocalypse. This drama offers intense action sequences, impressive visual effects, and complex characters grappling with survival and humanity.
2. Taxi Driver (2021)
Adapted from the webtoon "The Deluxe Taxi" by Carlos and Lee Jae-jin, "Taxi Driver" follows Kim Do-gi (Lee Je-hoon), a former special forces officer who works as a taxi driver for a secret organization that offers a unique service: revenge. This drama delivers brutal and satisfying action with a focus on justice and retribution.
3. The Uncanny Counter (2020)
Based on the webtoon "Amazing Rumor" by Jang Yi, "The Uncanny Counter" features a group of "Counters," demon hunters with supernatural abilities who capture evil spirits that escape from the afterlife. This drama offers a unique blend of action, fantasy, and supernatural elements, with exciting fight scenes and special effects.