New K-drama Releases This Week (May 5-10): My Royal Nemesis & 13 Other Shows On Netflix & Other Platforms

New K-drama Releases This Week (May 5-10): K-drama lovers are in for an exciting week, with multiple shows dropping fresh episodes across leading OTT platforms. Between May 5-10, nearly 15 Korean dramas, including Perfect Crown and My Royal Nemesis, are set to release new episodes, keeping fans fully engaged.

With content arriving on major platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and Viki, the lineup offers a wide mix of genres. From romance and thrillers to fantasy and slice-of-life stories, viewers have plenty of options to enjoy throughout the week.

FULL LIST OF KOREAN DRAMAS RELEASING THIS WEEK (MAY 5-10) IN INDIA

1. My Royal Nemesis - Netflix

Release Date: Episodes 1 and 2 - May 8 and 9

My Royal Nemesis is a fantasy rom-com about a feared Joseon-era villainess who wakes up in modern-day Seoul in the body of a struggling actress. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she gets involved with a cold and powerful chaebol heir, leading to a gripping love-hate relationship. The drama stars Lim Ji-yeon, Heo Nam-jun, Jang Seung Jo, and Lee Se-hee in key roles.

2. The Scarecrow - Viki

Release Date: Episode 5 on May 4 & Episode 6 on May 5

The Scarecrow is a mystery thriller that follows a former top detective who returns to his hometown after a demotion and begins investigating a long-running serial murder case. He teams up with a prosecutor, his former school rival, as the case unfolds across two timelines from 1988 to 2019. The series stars Park Hae-soo, Lee Hee-joon, and Kwak Sun-young in key roles.

3. Our Happy Days - KBS

Release Date: Episode 26-30 (daily episodes) on May 4-8

Our Happy Days is a family romance drama that follows the lives of multiple characters across generations as they try to shape their own destinies. At the centre is a unique love story between a confident architect and a lively but clumsy AI developer, leading to a mix of emotional and light-hearted moments. The series stars Yoon Jong-hoon, Uhm Hyun-kyung, Shin Jung-yoon, and Yoon Da-young in key roles.

4. First Man - MBC

Release date: Episode 98-102 (daily episodes) on May 4-8

First Man is a romance-revenge thriller that follows twin sisters separated at birth due to their manipulative stepmother. One grows up as an independent woman chasing her dream of opening a restaurant, while the other is raised as a privileged chaebol heiress. Their lives collide when they get involved with two brothers, leading to a complex web of love, secrets, and betrayal. As the truth about their past comes out, the sisters join forces to take revenge. The drama features Hahm Eun-jung, Oh Hyun-kyung, Yoon Sun-woo, Park Geon-il, and Kim Min-seol in key roles.

5. Pearl in Red - KBS

Release date: Episode 43-47 (daily episodes) on May 4-8

Pearl in Red is a revenge thriller that follows two women united by loss caused by the powerful Adele family. One is grieving her twin sister, while the other has lost her entire family. Together, they form a dangerous alliance to bring down the chaebol group by infiltrating it and planning a takeover, aiming to expose its hidden secrets. The series stars Park Jin-hee, Nam Sang-ji, Kim Kyung-bo, Kang Da-bin, Choi Jae-sung, Kim Hee-jung, and Cheon Hee-joo.

6. Gold Land - Disney+

Release date: Episode 3-4 on May 6

Gold Land marks Park Bo-young's return to K-dramas, alongside Kim Sung-cheol, Lee Hyun-wook, Kim Hee-won, Moon Jung-hee, and Lee Kwang-soo. The series follows an airport security officer who unexpectedly finds gold bars worth ₩150 billion. However, she soon learns that the gold is linked to a dangerous smuggling network. As greedy and powerful people close in on her, she gets pulled deeper into a risky situation. What makes things worse is her own growing desire for the gold, which pushes her into a tense and dangerous battle.

7. Sold Out on You - Netflix

Release date: Episode 5 and 6 on May 6 and 7

Sold Out on You is an office rom-com that follows the unusual love story between a hardworking farmer-turned-CEO and a popular home shopping host struggling with insomnia. After an unexpected work-related incident brings them together, the two begin to find comfort in each other during their sleepless nights. Things get complicated when a Korean-French heir enters the picture, creating a love triangle as he returns to Korea with ambitions to take over his family's global cosmetics empire. The drama stars Ahn Hyo-seop and Chae Won-bin in their first on-screen pairing, along with Kim Bum and Go Doo-shim.

8. Cabbage Your Life - KBS

Release date: Episode 7 on May 7

Cabbage Your Life is a family dramedy about a Seoul-based family whose lives take a sudden turn when the father is transferred to a quiet rural village. Forced to leave behind their comfortable city lifestyle, the family struggles to adjust to a slower, simpler way of living. As they settle into Yeonriri Village, the father remains determined to support his family, even taking up farming to make ends meet. Over time, the family begins to embrace their new surroundings, discovering warmth and meaning in their unexpected life change. The series stars Park Sung-woong, Lee Soo-kyung, Lee Jin-woo, and Lee Seo-hwan.

9. Reverse - Wavve

Release date: Episode 7-8 (series finale) on May 8

Reverse is a mystery thriller that follows a young woman who loses her memory after a mysterious explosion at the Seokwang family's villa. As she tries to piece together her past, she begins uncovering hidden truths about the accident and a larger conspiracy linked to a powerful chaebol family and her suspicious fiancé. The drama stars Seo Ji-hye, Go Soo, and Kim Jae-kyung.

10. Absolute Value of Romance - Amazon Prime Video

Release date: Episode 9-10 on May 8

Absolute Value of Romance is a teen rom-com that follows an introverted high school student who secretly writes a BL novel inspired by her handsome teachers. Her quiet life takes a chaotic turn when she keeps crossing paths with them in real life, blurring the line between her imagination and reality. The drama stars Kim Hyang-gi, Cha Hak-yeon, Kim Jae-hyun, and Son Jeong-hyeok.

11. Perfect Crown - Disney+

Release date: Episode 9 and 10 on May 8 and 9

Perfect Crown is set in an alternate version of modern Korea where a constitutional monarchy still exists. The story follows a wealthy chaebol heiress who seems to have everything, yet faces limitations due to her commoner background. Her life takes a turn when she enters into a strategic marriage with a Grand Prince, who, despite royal lineage, lacks power and status after the King's death. What begins as a calculated alliance slowly turns into a complicated romance as genuine emotions start to grow. The drama stars IU, Noh Sang-hyun, and Gong Seung-yeon.

12. Filing for Love - Viki

Release date: Episode 5 and 6 on May 9 and 10

Filing for Love is an office rom-com that follows a strict and ambitious team leader at Haemu Group's Audit Department, known as the youngest female executive with zero tolerance for mistakes. She recruits a top assistant manager into her struggling team after his sudden demotion from a powerful division. What starts as a revenge-driven equation from his side slowly turns into an unexpected romance, as the two clash, compete, and grow closer in a high-pressure workplace. The drama marks the first on-screen pairing of Shin Hye-sun and Gong Myung, and also features Kim Jae-wook and Hong Hwa-yeon.

13. We Are All Trying Here - Netflix

Release date: Episode 7 and 8 on May 9 and 10

We Are All Trying Here is a slice-of-life K-drama that centres on an aspiring filmmaker struggling to find his big break while dealing with deep self-doubt. Part of a creative group called The Eight, he hides his anxiety behind constant chatter. His routine life takes a turn when he meets a sharp and fearless producer, known for her brutally honest script feedback. Though she appears composed, she is also carrying emotional scars from her past. As their paths cross, the two gradually help each other heal, turning their pain into personal growth. The series marks the first on-screen pairing of Koo Kyo-hwan and Go Youn-jung, and also features Oh Jung-se, Kang Mal-geum, and Park Hae-joon.

14. Recipe for Love - KBS

Release date: Episode 29 and 30 on May 9 and 10

Recipe for Love is a coming-of-age romance K-drama about two childhood friends who meet again as adults and slowly fall in love. However, their relationship faces challenges as their families have been locked in a bitter rivalry for over 30 years. As they try to keep their love alive, the couple must deal with past conflicts and emotional wounds while working towards healing and bringing their families together. The series stars Ji Se Yeon and Park Ki Woong in the lead roles.