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Under the rule of King Gwang Hae, widows of the Joseon Dynasty were often stolen in the night and forced to marry their kidnapper, against their will. This practice, known as bossam, was a customary practice employed by those wishing to easily gain a wife and there were those, like Ba Woo (Jung Il Woo) who made their living, stealing these widows for other men.&nbsp;

Framed for a crime he didn’t commit, Ba Woo was forced into hiding at a very young age. Barely escaping with his life, he was forced into hiding. Growing up in abject poverty Ba Woo got by as best he could. Now a scoundrel and a degenerate, with a nasty gambling habit and a penchant for picking fights, Ba Woo wasn’t the marrying type himself; but he had no qualms about stealing widows for other men. Often hired for bossam, Ba Woo never had any troubles stealing a wife, at least not until the day he accidentally kidnapped the widowed princess, Soo Kyung (Kwon Yuri).&nbsp;

Now stuck with the daughter-in-law of his sworn enemy, Ba Woo finds his life taking an unexpected and increasingly complicated turn. Will he be able to free himself of Soo Kyung and return to his old life, or will the presence of a princess lead him down a different path?

A tale of mistaken identities and unexpected love, “Bossam: Steal the Fate” is a 2021 historical romance drama directed by Kwon Seok Jang.

Bossam - Steal the Fate

Destiny Thieves

When Crown Prince Yi Gun (Suho) is kidnapped by Choi Myung Yoon (Hong Ye Ji), all of Joseon is thrown into panic. Caught in a kingdom full of secrets and peril, Myung Yoon and her captive have no choice but to flee for their lives. Though their relationship has a rocky beginning, the time they spend together on the run begins to soften the tension between them. When an unexpected romance begins to blossom between them, the Prince is forced to wonder: Could the woman daring enough to kidnap a prince be the woman fated to become his wife?

A spin-off of "Bossam - Steal the Fate,” this hilarious 2024 South Korean historical romantic comedy is penned by the same writers Kim Ji Soo and Park Chul.

Missing Crown Prince

Abducted by love Team 💕

In the Joseon era (1392-1910), the young widow Jung Soon Deok (Cho Yi Hyun) has lived an eventful life. She married into a powerful family, but has since lost her husband. She lives a double life, going under an alias when she acts as a matchmaker, pairing up eligible bachelors with suitable brides. Shim Jung Woo (Rowoon), meanwhile, is the King’s unhappy son-in-law. His chagrin derives from the fact that his bride, the princess, died just moments after he tied the knot with her.

But while Shim Jung Woo is a very grumpy individual, he is also one of the smartest men in the land – and became the youngest person ever to pass the Civil Service Exam. This unlikely duo must team up to find husbands for a handful of important Joseon women whose age is starting to creep up. Their outlooks on life are very different, but they have no choice but to work together. Could playing Cupid for others put them back on the path to love?

“The Matchmakers” is a 2023 South Korean drama series that was directed by Hwang Seung Gi and Kim Soo Jin.

The Matchmakers

The Fabulous Matchmakers

Quiet and gentle, Min Jae Yi (Jeon So Nee) is everything a good daughter of a prominent family should be. Engaged to the son of the Second State Councillor, Jae Yi knows that the only way to bring herself and her family honor is to accept her fate, which she does with grace and charm. Devoting herself to learning everything she needs to know to become a good wife and mother, Jae Yi dutifully prepares for the future. Sadly, destiny has other plans for her future.

Four days before her wedding, Jae Yi’s family is murdered. With no one else to blame for the unexpected tragedy, Jae Yi soon finds herself the object of baseless and horrifying accusations. Blamed for the death of her family, Jae Yi might not have had much of a future at all, if fate hadn’t decided to intervene. Bringing the lonely crown prince, Lee Hwan (Park Hyung Sik) into her life at just the right moment, Jae Yi is saved from a dismal fate, but her salvation comes at a price.

Plagued by a mysterious curse, Lee Hwan agrees to help Jae Yi, but only if she agrees to help him break his curse in return. Unable to refuse such an offer, Jae Yi agrees to the prince’s terms, setting them both on an unexpected path toward love. But what chance does their love have of surviving when one of them is a former murder suspect and the other is a cursed prince?

A delightful combination of romance and mystery, “Our Blooming Youth” is a 2023 South Korean historical romance drama directed by Lee Jong Jae.

Our Blooming Youth

🌸Blooming Love of Youth🌸

MBC, KOCOWA

After the death of the crown princess, a young King bans marriage for everyone in the Joseon Dynasty, and all of Korea is upset! But for a swindler named, So Rang, it's an opportunity to make money. However, is it a good business decision to fake being possessed by the late crown princess? Not when the King finds out! Your heart will be touched and tickled by this historical romantic comedy that dares you not to smile while watching it.

The Forbidden Marriage

Jang Hyun is living without purpose or desire. He's a cold-hearted man who loves no one until he gets introduced to love after meeting Gil Chae. She is charming and admired by all, but her first love, Yeon Jun, is already engaged to her best friend, Eun Ae. Yeon Jun, a Sungkyunkwan student, struggles with his feelings for Gil Chae but cannot break off his engagement due to tradition. Eun Ae does not doubt nor hate the two. As Jang Hyun becomes entangled in this unusual love triangle, Gil Chae, who has only loved Yeon Jun, is confused about her own feelings. The relationship between these four gets put into an even bigger twist at the breakout of war. Will they survive the challenges of war and find their love amidst the chaos?

My Dearest

Dearest Love Team

Prince Yeoning, later to be one of the most renowned monarchs of Joseon, the reformist King Yeongjo, embarks on a youthful adventure to the succession to the throne. Lee Geum, Prince Yeoning, was born of low origins and naturally became a court outsider. But he lacks no company. Later, Park Mun Su becomes one of the most famous amhaengeosa, or secret royal inspector is a persistent pursuer of justice. Dal Mun, a street gang leader and a popular clown, is a master of martial arts and knows everything in and around Hanyang, the capital. Yeo Ji is a damo, literally Tea Lady, who is employed as an attendant in government departments, and at times acting as detectives to investigate crimes that are considered inappropriate for male inspectors. Together, they are committed to the reform of Saheonbu, today's equivalent of the prosecutor's office, to uphold the justice of the times.

Haechi

The Guardians of Justice Team

Yeo Hwa gets married into the Second State Councilor's family as the eldest daughter-in-law, the most prestigious family in Joseon. However, she becomes a widow as her husband dies on the day of her wedding. She ends up locked in the house in sorrow for her husband, dreaming of the world outside the gate. Ever since then, she has had a dangerous secret. She jumps from roof to roof at night wearing a mask and looks for people who need help. Her double life was perfect until she met Park Soo Ho, the intelligent yet stuffy officer of the Forbidden Guard Division. His attractive looks, ability, and outstanding swordcraft are second to none. Without knowing whether it is a coincidence or fate, things get complicated as Soo Ho keeps bumping into Yeo Hwa wherever she goes at night wearing the mask. Does this man know about her secret? Yeo Hwa's double life, which she has kept hidden so far, is about to be revealed!

Knight Flower

The Misterious Powerpuff Team

JTBC

Growing up an ordinary country blacksmith, Lee Soo (Seo Ji Hoon) had no idea he would ever rule all of Joseon; but, at the age of twenty-three, that’s exactly what happened. Now as king, Lee Soo is finding it hard to adapt to the restrictions of palace life, especially where matters of the heart are concerned.

Having loved Gae Ddong (Gong Seung Yeon) for as long as he can remember, he always thought she would be the one he would someday marry; but now, as king, that dream has become nothing short of impossible. As a commoner, Lee Soo has no chance of making Gae Ddong his bride but that doesn’t stop him from trying.

Hiring the best matchmaking agency in Joseon, Lee Soo asks the talented Flower Crew to transform his first love into a noblewoman. Accepting the king’s request, Ma Hoon (Kim Min Jae), Do Joon (Byun Woo Suk), and Go Young Soo (Park Ji Hoon) take Gae Ddong into their care. There’s just one problem, transformations like this aren’t easy and there’s a lot of work to do!

Risking their lives to help the king, can the Flower Crew help Gae Ddong blossom into a beautiful noble flower or will this job prove to be impossible?

Based on the novel by Kim Yi Rang, “Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency” is a 2019 Viki Original historical romantic comedy drama directed by Kim Ga Ram.

Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency

My Fair Lady Team

The reigning queen orders the killing of her stepson in order to continue her family's ability to take control over the kingdom. Yeon Woo, who happens to hold the position of the crown princess, suffers an illness that leads to her alleged death. Now, it's up to the King Hwon to decipher the truth, and put an end to the wars that wrath over the kingdom.

The Moon Embracing the Sun

team 'Eclipse'

Ra Yi Eon (Taecyeon) is a food-loving young man in the Joseon Dynasty era (1392-1910) with a simple dream: He wants to buy a patch of land outside the royal capital and open a dumpling store. But his brilliant mind has got the better of him: He inadvertently performs so outstandingly well at the civil service entrance examination that the Office of Special Advisors takes note. One day, the office approaches him and informs him that he will be appointed as the new secret royal inspector – charged with going undercover to hunt out corruption. His peers would turn green with envy if they knew of his new role, but Ra Yi Eon is more concerned about what’s for lunch…
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Fate also throws in another unexpected twist, in the form of a new acquaintance: Kim Joy (Kim Hye Yoon). Three years ago, she married a man who turned out to be an incurable gambler who has never escaped from beneath his mother’s wing. In ultra-conservative Joseon society, divorce was frowned upon, but Kim Joy eschews convention and seeks to end her marriage and seek happiness. She eventually forms an uneasy alliance with the new investigator...but could their relationship deepen?

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