K-dramas gladden our hearts, no doubt, but the ones that made our hearts swoon with their breathtaking lines have a special place in our hearts. Whether it’s with grand confessions, unexpected kisses, or lines so swoon-worthy they leave us blushing for days or anytime we come across them again.

With their magic that makes us hit the rewind button continuously, a mix of humor, emotion, and romance, these iconic romantic lines got our snatched, and we have surrendered to their powers.

“Do you like Messi?” – Crash Landing on You

Captain Ri Jeong Hyeok, played by Hyun Bin, didn’t mean soccer when he asked Yoon Se Ri this question. The humor was laced with a protective gesture disguised as small talk to shield her prying eyes. The romantic tension this famous footballer caused made us believe that love might be quiet yet loud.

"You are my beginning and my end.” – Goblin

Will we ever forget Gong Yoo’s deep voice when this line came out of his mouth? Never! The immortal goblin, Kim Shin, professed his love for Ji Eun Tak and made us fall in love with him in the process. His poetic line wasn’t just “I love you,” it was an eternal declaration of devotion that transcended time, space, and the sword sticking out of his chest. Who knew the “I love you” could be rephrased into something that would melt our hearts like butter?

“Don’t go anywhere; stay by my side.” - Descendants of the Sun

Aside from the fact that Song Joong Ki’s visual and fearless soldier aura distracted us a lot from the plot line, blame his face and unquenchable charm! His soft spot for Dr. Kang Mo Yeon tugged at our hearts with every scene. It almost made us question Song Hye Kyo what it felt like to be a fearless soldier’s Achilles’ heel. He said this line with a mix of pleas, and it topped the many heart-stopping moments in the drama. His vulnerability was exposed unashamedly; he didn’t have to rant before he presented his heartfelt request to Dr. Kang. Our hearts still jingle whenever we come across that scene.

“I like you. Whether you're a man or an alien.” – My Love from the Star

What level of devotion is this? Cheon Song Yi not only cracked our ribs in My Love from the Star, but her blunt confession for Do Min Joon got our hearts on lockdown. Her confession proved that love doesn’t care about the species, logic, or laws. A blend of honesty with a little absurdity is her own form of love that made the moment unforgettable, with a sprinkle of snorts, of course. Don’t let go of the love of your life, even if they are an alien, Bestie!

“I’m happy because you exist." - Healer

As simple as the line might seem, it's bundled with so many emotions that can only be unwrapped by the receiver. When Seo Jung Hoo, played by Ji Chang Wook, whispered this to Chae Young Shin, she felt the sincerity. There was no dramatic gesture or slow motion, but the pureness of his gratitude for her presence filled the sky and, of course, our hearts. Love’s quiet moments mean the most indeed.

These lines go beyond words. The mode of delivery, emotions behind them, and contexts brought them to life. A grin, tear, laugh, or dream of experiencing such moments in our own lives was established with them. Since we want more, we are not ready to part ways with K-drama anytime soon.