The King’s Affection is a South Korean historical drama that started airing on September 30, 2021. It is based on the well-known webtoon “In-soo’s Affection” and features Park Eun-bin as Lee Hwi, the main character, and Rowoon as her love interest, Jung Ji-woon.
The King's Affection - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| movie: | The King's Affection |
| IMDB Rating: | 7.1/10 |
| Genre: | Historical, Romance, Drama |
| Language: | Korean |
| Director: | Song Hyun-wook |
| Main Cast: | Park Eun-bin as Crown Prince Lee Hwi/Dam-yi/Yeon-seon - Rowoon as Jung Ji-woon - Nam Yoon-su as Lee Hyun, Prince Jaeun - Choi Byung-chan as Kim Ga-on/Kang Eun-seo - Bae Yoon-kyung as Shin So-eun - Jung Chae-yeon as Noh Ha-kyung |
| Release Date: | October 11, 2021 |
| Banner: | KBS Media, Victory Contents |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $5 million (per episode) |
| Runtime: | 70 minutes per episode (20 episodes) |
Taking place during the Joseon Dynasty, the plot follows a young princess, Lee Hwi, who must pretend to be her twin brother after his untimely death. As she navigates the dangerous world of royal politics while keeping her true identity hidden, she begins to fall for Jung Ji-woon, a scholar caught up in court schemes.
The series touches on themes like gender roles, identity, and the complexities of love in a historical setting. With beautiful costumes, rich visuals, and a captivating story, The King’s Affection has been praised for its strong storytelling and performances. Park Eun-bin’s role as a woman challenging societal limits while dealing with her feelings resonated with viewers, making it a memorable drama.
The show blends romance, intrigue, and social issues, showcasing the challenges and strength of its characters in an engaging historical backdrop.
The King’s Affection Screenshot
