Contains Kingdom Stories, Here are 7 Exciting and Touching Historical Romance Korean Dramas

Kapanlagi.com - Historical stories are always interesting to talk about. It's no wonder that these stories often become ideas in historical romance Korean dramas. With a setting in the kingdom era, dramas like this are even more interesting to follow.

Moreover, historical romance Korean dramas usually have an exciting plot. Conflicts such as political intrigue, romance, and the power of past magic are portrayed strongly through various characters.

Now, if you are looking for recommendations for exciting and touching historical romance Korean dramas, please read the reviews below.

1. ALCHEMY OF SOULS (2022)

Drama Korea Historical Romance (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	9.1/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 20 minutes
Episode	20
Airing	Netflix, tvN
Cast	Lee Jae Wook, Jung So Min, Hwang Min Hyun, Shin Seung Ho

ALCHEMY OF SOULS can be said as an interesting Korean historical romance fiction drama to follow. This drama tells the journey of a nobleman's son named Jang Uk and an ordinary woman with a mysterious power named Nak Su. Due to the soul exchange technique she learned, Nak Su enters the body of a girl named Mudeok.

Initially, Jang Uk and Mudeok have a relationship as teacher and student. However, who would have thought that feelings of love would grow between them. This drama combines magical elements with a magnificent royal background. The intrigue and love story in this drama create a tense and touching atmosphere.

2. THE KING'S AFFECTION (2021)

Rating	8.3/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 jam 10 menit
Episode	20
Tayang	KBS2, Netflix
Pemain	Park Eun Bi, Rowoon, Nam Yoon Su, Choi Byung Chan

Selanjutnya, ada drama Korea historical romance yang berjudul THE KING'S AFFECTION. Drama ini menyajikan kisah cinta yang penuh lika-liku antara seorang raja dan seorang perempuan yang menyamar sebagai pria. Perempuan itu terpaksa melakukan hal tersebut demi mendapatkan pendidikan. Kalian akan melihat bagaimana perjuangan keduanya untuk menjaga rahasia dan mempertahankan cinta mereka dalam lingkungan kerajaan yang keras.

3. THE RED SLEEVE (2021)

Historical Romance Korean Drama (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	8.8/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	70 minutes
Episode	17
Tayang	VIU
Pemain	Lee Jun Ho, Lee Se Young, Kang Hoon, Jang Hee Jin, etc.

Next, there is THE RED SLEEVE, which is also a historical romance Korean drama for you to watch. In general, this drama tells the story of a concubine's life in the royal palace.

Set in the Joseon Dynasty, you will be taken on a journey of a woman's transformation from a low status to one of the influential figures in the kingdom. Love, ambition, and conflicts make this drama even more interesting to follow.

4. MOONSHINE (2021)

Rating	7.7/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	16
Tayang	KBS2, Viki, Kocowa, Prime Video
Pemain	Yoon Seung Ho, Lee Hye Ri, Bueon Woo Seok, Kang Mi Na

If you are looking for a recommendation for a historical romance Korean drama, MOONSHINE could be the answer. This drama is about Nam Young (Yoo Seung Ho), a young man from a village who is looking for a job in the city. He joins the Saheonbu team, a team formed during the Joseon Dynasty to deal with illegal alcohol sales.

One day, Inspector Nam meets a woman named Kang Ro Seo (Hyeri) who runs an illegal liquor business. It turns out that Ro Seo is a noblewoman who has fallen into poverty. She runs the business to help her family. So, how will their story unfold? Will Inspector Nam and Ro Seo fall in love with each other?

5. MR. QUEEN (2020)

Korean Historical Romance Drama (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	9.0/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 15 minutes
Episode	20
Airing	tvN, Hulu, Viki, Netflix, Prime Video
Cast	Shin Hye Sun, Kim Jung Hyun, Bae Jong Ok

When it comes to historical romance Korean dramas, MR. QUEEN is definitely not to be missed. With a unique storyline, this drama is popular among K-Drama fans. The story revolves around a male chef named Jang Bong-hwan who wakes up in the body of a queen in the Joseon era. Initially, he falls from a tall building into a swimming pool. The queen also experiences a similar incident, falling into the royal lake.

The body swap clearly confuses Jang Bong-hwan. However, he must adapt to various royal rules. Moreover, he is required to engage in politics as the king's wife. His cooking skills in the modern world become an interesting asset in solving various problems. His story with the king is filled with intrigue, comedy, and tantalizing romance.

6. SECRET ROYAL INSPECTOR (2020)

Rating	8.1/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	16
Tayang	iQIYI, KBS2, Prime Video
Pemain	Kim Myung Soo, Kwon Na Ra, Lee Yi Kyung

Next, there is SECRET ROYAL INSPECTOR, which is an interesting Korean historical romance drama to follow. This drama tells the story of Ra Yi Eon (Taecyeon), a young man in the Joseon Dynasty era who is brilliant. Instead of fulfilling his dream of opening a dumpling shop, he is chosen to be a secret royal inspector. He must disguise himself and investigate corruption cases that occur. Furthermore, he also becomes involved in a relationship with Kim Joy (Kim Hye Yoon).

7. QUEEN FOR SEVEN DAYS (2017)

Korean Historical Romance Drama (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	8.2/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	60 minutes
Episode	20
Airing	KBS2, Viki, Kocowa, Apple TV, Netflix
Cast	Park Min Young, Yeon Woo Jin, Lee Dong Gun

Drama Queen For Seven Days tells the true story of Lady Shin who must rise and fall from her throne within seven days due to being overthrown by her political opponent. She marries a crown prince named Lee Yeok. After that, she is known as Queen Dang Yeong.

Not only was Queen Dang Yeong overthrown, she was also exiled from the kingdom and forced to live far away from her husband, King Jung Jong. Despite this, King Jung Jong always longs for his wife who is separated from him.

Well, KLovers, those are a series of Korean historical romance dramas that touch the heart and are worth following.

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