Children’s Day: From Twenty Five Twenty One To Twinkling Watermelon, 5 K-Dramas To Help You Relive Your Childhood!

Here's a list of five K-dramas that will take you back to those wonderful days.

By Sneha Ghorai Updated November 14, 2025 4:41 PM

Children’s Day: From Twenty Five Twenty One To Twinkling Watermelon, 5 K-Dramas To Help You Relive Your Childhood!

Children’s Day brings immense joy across India as people go through old photos and smile at sweet memories from their childhood. Watching certain shows lets everyone feel those moments again through stories of first crushes, growing up, and close bonds with friends. And we have curated a special list for you all that will take you back to those dreamy days full of hope and fun.

Reply 1988

The story unfolds in the small neighbourhood of Seoul called Sangmundong during 1988 where five families share laughs, tears, and daily life. From simple scenes like eating together or cheering for each other, Reply 1988 is a warm hug from the past. It stars Park Bogum, Hyeri, and others, and you can catch it on Netflix.

Twenty-Five Twenty-One

Starring Kim Tae-ri, Nam Joo-hyuk, and others, this show paints a colourful picture of the late 90s and early 2000s. A talented fencer juggles studies and training, while a young reporter chases big dreams after his family falls apart due to the financial crisis. Their paths cross during tough times and love blossoms. This series is all about love, friendship and dreams, and you can catch it on Netflix.

Reply 1997

This series will take you to Busan in the late nineties with six best friends facing high school drama. They chase dreams, fight over crushes, and scream for the favourite K-pop idols. It stars Jung Eun-ji, Seo In-guk and others and you can stream it on Viki.

School 2017

Starring Kim Jung-hyun, Kim Se-jeong, and more, this show dives into modern high school struggles with unfair rules and hidden pain. You can watch it on Viki.

Twinkling Watermelon

If you love time travel and musical dramas, this one might be for you! A teen A teen slips back to 1995 and meets his parents at school. He forms a band to change their future while keeping his secret. The mix of past and present brings smiles and lessons about family and you can catch it on Netflix.

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These five shows wrap childhood and teen years in stories that feel close to home. So, grab your favourite snacks and let the screen carry you back to those days.

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First Published: November 14, 2025 4:41 PM