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If you've been in the K-Drama fandom for any amount of time now, you are likely familiar with the different Korean broadcasting channels. From tvN's iconic jingle before your favorite K-Drama to JTBC's intro, K-Drama fans know them all too well and love them too! While Korean broadcasting channels are quite versatile regarding their productions, they definitely have particular genres they do best. So, here are some of the most popular Korean broadcasting channels and the genres they are best-known for.
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1. KBS - Sentimental K-Drama
KBS is one of the major public broadcasting networks in South Korea, established in 1927. It operates KBS1 and KBS2 television channels, providing a mix of news, dramas, variety shows, documentaries, and cultural programs. KBS World is its international broadcasting service, offering content in multiple languages for global audiences.
KBS is best known for its family dramas but also for some of the most iconic romance melodramas in the history of K-Dramas. KBS might as well be credited with kickstarting the Hallyu wave when it comes to K-Dramas, especially with titles like "Autumn In My Heart", "Winter Sonata" and "Boys Over Flowers" under its banner. It is also home to the celebrated "School" series, proving KBS' ability to produce the most touching and emotional stories.
KBS dramas usually feature intricate and heartwarming storylines with strong themes of friendship ("Fight for My Way"), family - both biological and found ("Homemade Love Story", "My Father Is Strange", "Revolutionary Sisters"), and fate ("Go Back Couple"), regardless of
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