Why do we love Korean dramas? Luxurious Joseon-era costumes for the beautiful actors, intriguing storylines, and lastly, special attention to the characters’ emotions. And even though the action takes place centuries ago, it seems as if this is a story about us. We have found new series for you that will touch your heart and make you shed tears.
“We Met by Chance”, dir. Soo Yeon Kang (2023)
Successful evening news anchor Yoon Hae Joon (Kim Dong Wook) becomes involved in a mysterious cycle of events. Unexpectedly given the opportunity to travel back in time, he travels to 1987 to learn the terrible truth about serial murders. Soon the main character learns that he is not alone wandering the back streets of the past. Young Baek Yoon Young (Jin Ki Joo) dreams of becoming a writer, but is forced to work day and night at an unloved job at a publishing house. He wants only one thing now; to prevent his parents from marrying. When the couple meets, they decide to help each other achieve their goals.
“I am destined to be with you”. Nam Gi-hoon (2023)
Young officer Lee Hong-jo (Jo Bo-ah) spends her days trying to solve all the problems at work. He has many problems, but he is used to dealing with them on his own. By chance, an old wooden chest with a key falls into his hands. It turns out that the artifact has magical powers and is therefore of great importance to Chan Shin Yu, a charming lawyer and favorite of women. Everything is fine in his life except that he contracts an unknown disease. His condition is constantly worsening and only Lee Hong-jo can lift the curse. A mysterious acquaintance soon turns into a strong feeling, but will they have time to lift the curse or will the lawyer’s days be numbered?
“Our blooming youth”. Lee Jong-jae and Kim Jong-wook (2023)
The series takes place in the Joseon period. The future life of young aristocrat Min Jae Yi looks promising: She is preparing to be a good wife and mother, but in the meantime, she works as a detective for her brother. Misfortune suddenly befalls him: a few days before the wedding, his family is brutally murdered, and he himself is framed and accused of a bloody crime. He seeks help from Crown Prince Lee Hwan to prove his innocence. He agrees to find the criminals. As the investigation progresses, emotions flare between the characters. However, Min Jae Yi is unaware that his lover is under a curse.
“Red Heart”, dir. Yoo Young-eun (2022)
The plot of the series begins with Lee Tae (Lee Joon) ascending to the throne. His father, Seongjong, overthrew the previous ruler and founded a new dynasty, with the help of his advisor Park Kye-won (Jang Hyuk). Thanks to him, the heir grew up with the belief that the end justifies the means. He plans to become an absolute ruler but faces opposition from Prime Minister Park Kyo-won. At the epicenter of the struggle for the throne will be the aristocrat Yu Jung (Kang Han-na), who challenges the generally accepted foundations of society. They have a difficult past with Lee Tae, but their feelings will overcome any obstacle. We are sure that the strong characters of the main characters and the palace intrigues of the Joseon period will not leave you indifferent.
“Under the Queen’s Umbrella”, dir. Kim Hyun-shik (2022)
The plot focuses on the history of the royal family. Strong and stubborn, Queen Mother Im Hwa Ryong (Kim Hae-sook) is ready to do anything to protect her sons. But his heirs are very careless. Their fun sometimes goes beyond the rules, causing discontent on the field. The future king’s mother steadfastly endures hardships and deals with her enemies to protect the crown princes from insidious intrigues. And it’s better not to stand in his way! But the real problem is: How can we get kids to stay friendly and trust each other?
“Red Headline”, dir. Jung Ji-in and Song Yong-hwa (2021-2022)
XVIII. century. In the royal palace of Joseon, lives an orphaned maid named Deok Im (Lee Sae-yeon), who hopes to become a court lady after completing her education. While walking in the garden, an incident occurs: An escaped tiger threatens the lives of the young girls, but the quick-witted Dok Im figures out how to save them. He is rescued by Lee-san (Lee Joon-ho), a stranger who turns out to be the heir to the throne. Fascinated and amazed by her courage, the man makes Deok Im his personal servant. This makes Princess Hwawan (Seo Hye-rim) jealous, as she finds ways to put him in danger. Since then the girl will find herself at the epicenter of palace intrigues. Lee-san must choose between love and duty.
“The King’s Grace”, dir. Song Hyun-wook and Lee Hyun-seok (2021)
When the king’s concubine gives birth to twins, the courtiers see this as a bad sign. They make a decision: They will make the boy the crown prince and kill the girl. The mother’s heart cannot bear it and she secretly saves her daughter. Years later, adult daughter Lee Hwi (Park Eun-bin) becomes a maid in the palace. There she accidentally meets her brother. Noting the external similarity, he invites the girl to change clothes for a while. The heir is killed on the same day. Now to save his life, Lee Hwi must keep the secret and play the role of crown prince.
Source: People Talk
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