India, May 8 -- From outspoken and fierce protectors to quiet and resilient caregivers, mothers in the world of Kdramas have played several crucial roles - all while serving as the emotional backbone of the plot. A few have won the hearts of viewers with their wisdom and strength - going down in the history of Korean entertainment as powerful maternal figures. Here are a few that left quite the impression, far beyond the realms of all things reel.

Behind an entire legion of hit shows and movies that have made viewers laugh, cry, and tune in for more are well-written maternal characters. Take, for instance, Lorelai Gilmore from the cult-classic Gilmore Girls, Claire Dunphy from the Modern Family, or (closer to home) Maya Sarabhai from Sa...