The King’s Affection (2021)

Other name: 연모, 戀慕, 恋慕, Yeonmo, Attachment, Affection

Description:

The King's Affection unfolds a captivating tale of a hidden identity and forbidden romance within the royal palace. Born as twins, the Crown Prince's daughter is ordered to be killed due to an ominous prophecy but is secretly saved. Years later, her twin brother, Prince Lee Hwi, dies. To preserve the royal line and conceal the death, the mother secretly replaces him with the hidden daughter, who is then raised as Prince Lee Hwi and ultimately becomes the Crown Prince. Living in constant fear of her true identity being revealed, Lee Hwi meticulously hides her emotions, maintaining a distant persona and making sharp remarks to keep others away. Despite her guarded nature, she finds herself developing deep, unexpected feelings for Jung Ji Woon, her handsome and free-spirited teacher. Jung Ji Woon, from a noble family, bravely chose his own path, making their connection even more complex in a world of royal secrets and societal expectations.

Producer: NetflixKBS2

Director: Song Hyeon Wook [송현욱]

Country: South Korea

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre: Drama; Hidden Identity; Historical; Romance