“Under The Queen’s Umbrella” had its own approach to your typical ‘fight for the crown’ trope, placing the elegant Queen HwaRyeong at the very center. Alongside the strong-willed queen, the series was able to highlight the princes’ distinct personality traits, regardless of if they were a main or supporting character. The cast, along with the compelling plotlines made “Under The Queen’s Umbrella” a worthwhile watch from start to finish.As usual, with the end of another amazing series comes the time to search for a K-Drama to watch in its place. This can be difficult due to the sheer number of dramas out there, but we’re here to make the process a little easier.Here are 5 dramas you should watch if you liked “Under The Queen’s Umbrella”.
1. “Juvenile Justice”
If you enjoyed Kim HyeSoo’s strong and impactful acting, then you will surely be captivated by “Juvenile Justice”. The Netflix produced drama premiered on February 25, 2022 and follows tough judge Shim EunSeok, played by Kim HyeSoo herself. Shim EunSeok hates juvenile criminals, but is appointed to the juvenile department of the Yeonhwa District court.Both of her roles are similar in that they are strong-willed, determined, and resilient. The two break customs and protocols in order to achieve their goals, sending a message that she’s not someone you should take lightly. Through “Juvenile Justice”, Kim HyeSoo once again proves why she’s a top tier actress in the entertainment industry.
2. “The Red Sleeve”
MBC’s “The Red Sleeve” is not for the weakhearted, for it will tug on your heartstrings from minute number one. The tragic, yet enthralling drama features 2PM’s Lee JunHo as Crown Prince LeeSan and Lee SeYoung as court lady Seong DeokIm. The drama depicts their transcendent love story and the struggles they face along the way.There are many similar aspects between the two dramas. Firstly, Crown Prince LeeSan wishes to fix the mistakes of his father, the king. Then there is Seong DeokIm who is the embodiment of a strong, independent female character. Seong DeokIm’s only wish is to live life according to her own will. One of the main differences is a poignant, everlasting love story that will poke and prod your heart open with every new episode.
3. “Mr. Queen”
There’s nothing wrong with serious, heartbreaking dramas — sometimes we need a good cry! But to balance the tears, we need moments of quirkiness and lighthearted fun. tvN’s “Mr. Queen” is chalk full of it and more, making it a must watch for any occasion. The funny historical K-Drama features Shin HyeSun and Kim JungHyun.Shin HyeSun stole the hearts of millions in her portrayal of a free-spirited, modern-day man trapped in the body of Queen Kim SoYong. From goofily dancing in the rain to bringing fast food to Joseon, you could not help but smile throughout the entirety of the series. You might also end up crying while watching “Mr. Queen”, but at least this time the tears will be laughter-induced.
4. “The Crowned Clown”
If you’re a fan of exemplary acting, heartfelt romance, and gripping power struggles, then “The Crowned Clown” is right up your alley. The tvN drama stars Yeo JinGoo and Lee SeYoung as its main leads. Yeo JinGoo plays a dual role as both King Yi Heon and commoner HaSeon, while Lee SeYoung portrays the nation’s queen.JinGoo knocks it out of the ballpark with his breathtaking acting skills. He shows his versatility in his portrayal as the crazy, insecure Yi Heon and naive, innocent HaSeon. His ability to switch between the two leaves you breathless and in awe. The drama fully explores the phrase “heavy is the head that wears the crown” and Yeo JinGoo’s acting brings it to life. With romance weaved in between such thought-provoking topics, “The Crowned Clown” is an absolute must watch.
5. “The King’s Affection”
Before the global sensation of “Extraordinary Attorney Woo”, Park EunBin was already receiving love and praise from the public. “The King’s Affection” allowed her to showcase her brilliant acting skills and expand her fanbase even further. But what made this drama complete was the cast standing alongside her in SF9’s RoWoon, Nam YoonSoo, VICTON’s ByungChan, Bae YoonKyung, and Jung ChaeYeon.“The King’s Affection” comes with the compelling storyline of a princess forced out of the royal palace, only to be brought back to stand in place of her twin brother, the crown prince. The obstacles faced along the way, combined with the cast’s amazing chemistry and moving romantic tension captured the hearts of millions. Be warned, you might lose sleep from binging this amazing K-Drama all night long.Have you watched any of these dramas before? What do you plan on watching after the end of “Under The Queen’s Umbrella”? Let us know the comments below! “Under The Queen’s Umbrella” Theories & Predictions That Just Make Sense KDRAMA STORIES|Nov 16, 2022 Top 3 Best Historical K-Dramas According To Kpopmap Readers KDRAMA STORIES|Nov 18, 2022 15 Best Romance Historical K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist (2021 Update) KDRAMA STORIES|Jun 24, 2021
