Melodrama is a genre of television series or films characterized by highly emotional, exaggerated plots that often revolve around themes of tragedy, romance, and intense personal conflicts. These stories typically amplify feelings and moral dilemmas to evoke strong emotional responses from the audience.
Melodramas frequently incorporate familiar everyday situations and recognizable stereotypes such as family disputes, love triangles, or social struggles, making them relatable yet dramatically heightened. The characters tend to be clearly defined as heroes or villains, with conflicts resolved through emotional catharsis.
The appeal of melodrama lies in its ability to tap into universal human emotions, often using sensationalism and sentimentality to keep viewers engaged and invested in the characters’ fates.