The Sound of Magic is a visually enchanting and emotionally introspective K-drama that blurs the line between fantasy and reality. Based on the webtoon Annarasumanara, it follows high school student Yoon Ah-yi, who’s weighed down by poverty and responsibility, until she meets a mysterious magician named Ri-eul—played with whimsical intensity by Ji Chang-wook.

The show dives into themes of growing up, disillusionment, and the desire to hold onto childlike wonder in a harsh world. With musical elements, dreamlike visuals, and heartfelt performances, it’s unlike any K-drama you’ve seen. Some might find the pacing slow or the fantasy elements a bit vague, but its emotional resonance and stunning production design more than make up for it.

Final score: 8 out of 10.

Magical, melancholic, and quietly powerful—a K-drama that dares to ask, “Do you believe in magic?”