From Romantic to Tear-Jerking, These Saeguk Dramas Will Surely Drive Away Your Boring Days

Kapanlagi.com - Saeguk drama is a Korean drama that has a royal background or a colossal theme. This type of drama is one of the products of the South Korean cinema world that is still popular until now. Every year, there are always good and interesting saeguk dramas that attract the attention of drama lovers.

Aside from being suitable as entertainment, saeguk dramas can also educate their viewers about the history of South Korea, such as politics, royal lineage, and much more. Saeguk dramas also present love stories that will surely make KLovers smile and even cry with the sad and tragic stories of its characters.

Curious about which saeguk dramas KLovers can watch? Here are a series of saeguk dramas that will make KLovers emotional and even shed tears when watching them. Guaranteed to effectively drive away boredom!

1. LOVERS OF THE RED SKY (2021)

LOVERS OF THE RED SKY (Credit: IMDb)

The first Saeguk drama is LOVERS OF THE RED SKY. This drama, which is an adaptation of a novel, tells the story of a girl who is chosen as the first female painter of Dohwase (Korean Royal Painting Academy) because of her talent and genius.

One day, she meets a man who works as an officer at Seongwoongwan (a place where astronomy and geography are studied). Although the man cannot see due to an accident he had, it does not make him a weak person.

They both then fall in love and accept each other's flaws. Will their story have a sweet ending?

2. MR. QUEEN (2020)

MR. QUEEN (Credit: IMDb)

This drama, released in 2020, caused a sensation due to its exciting and comedic plot. This drama tells the story of a famous chef in modern times who has better cooking skills than others. However, due to an unexpected incident, his soul is transferred to the body of a princess in the Joseon dynasty.

As a man, he is certainly shocked after this event. Not only does he move to the Joseon dynasty, but he also has to live as a woman he has never met before.

Cultural differences and rules also make it difficult for him to navigate his daily life. Nevertheless, he remains brave and faces everything with his silly behavior. Can he survive and return to his old life?

3. MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO (2016)

MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO (Credit: IMDb)

Next, there is a Saeguk drama set in the Goryeo era titled MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO. The story of this drama begins with a woman who lives in the 21st century suddenly being transported to the Goryeo dynasty. It turns out she is trapped in the body of a 16-year-old girl who is also a member of the royal family.

This drama is one of the hit Saeguk dramas in 2016. Not only does it have a cast of beautiful actors, but it also has an interesting and suitable plot to watch. In addition, the romantic and tragic ending will make KLovers who watch it immerse themselves in this drama.

4. THE MOON THAT EMBRACES THE SUN (2012)

THE MOON THAT EMBRACES THE SUN (Credit: IMDb)

Back in 2012, when the Saeguk drama titled THE MOON THAT EMBRACES THE SUN was in its heyday. This drama, which also stars one of Korea's most expensive actors, Kim Soo Hyun, successfully made the emotions of its viewers fluctuate with an unexpected story.

Although THE MOON THAT EMBRACES THE SUN has a love story that is almost the same as other Saeguk dramas, the conflicts within it remain something different and have their own distinctive characteristics. In addition, the excellent acting of each actor is able to evoke the emotions of every viewer and make this drama filled with deep emotions.

This article was written by: Gloria Trivena May Ary

(kpl/mag)