Where are my Korean movie and Oppa lovers? This list is for you.
9 Korean Movies Every Female Entrepreneur Needs to Watch for inspiration and motivation.
If you’re building a business, chasing success, or just need motivation to “shake body” and make money, these Korean movies and dramas will ginger you with inspiration!

1. Start-Up
Think of this as the techpreneur’s hustle manual. It’s about young founders grinding in Korea’s version of Silicon Valley, facing investors, betrayals, and the harsh realities of entrepreneurship.
2. Itaewon Class
An ex-convict turns a small bar into a business empire, all while battling a wicked billionaire trying to shut him down.
This is for every business owner who has struggled, been underestimated, or had to fight for their spot at the top.
3. Celebrity
The wahala of social media fame! This series spills the tea on influencer marketing, fake lifestyles, and the dark side of being an online celebrity.
If you’re a content creator, personal brand, or just want to dominate social media, you need this one!
4. Business Proposal
A fun but insightful look into corporate life, negotiations, and securing the bag. Expect vawulence and plenty of business lessons in disguise.
5. A Virtuous Business
This one is about a woman who shakes up her conservative town by selling adult products. The business lessons? Fear no one, create demand, and sell what people secretly want!
6. Ballerina
Not your typical business movie, but a lesson in laser focus and discipline. If you need motivation to go all in on your dreams and remove distractions, this thriller will ginger you!
7. Smugglers
Sharp women, sharp business. Female divers enter the smuggling trade in the ‘70s to survive. It’s about street-smart entrepreneurship, adaptability, and taking risks when life throws you challenges.
8. The Girl on a Bulldozer
If you’ve ever felt like the world is against you, this movie will remind you to stand your ground and fight for what’s yours. Business or life, it’s about refusing to back down.
9. Unlocked
In this digital age, your phone is your business. This thriller will remind you to secure your data, protect your brand, and never let technology control you! Essential for entrepreneurs running their businesses online.
If you’re serious about making money, building your brand, or becoming the boss you were meant to be, oya, pick one this weekend and start watching!
My faves? Business Proposal, Celebrity, and Virtuous Business…Chef’s Kiss.