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Lim YoonA time-travels as a royal chef in new K-Drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty; show to premiere on August 23

South Korean star Lim YoonA is set to lead tvN’s upcoming fantasy romance drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty. Known for hits like The K2 and King the Land, she takes on the role of a modern chef transported 500 years into the past.

July 26, 2025 / 13:52 IST
The show, which is based on a well-known online book, stars YoonA as Yeon Ji Young, a French chef who won an award and is suddenly thrust 500 years into the past.

The show, which is based on a well-known online book, stars YoonA as Yeon Ji Young, a French chef who won an award and is suddenly thrust 500 years into the past.


South Korean actress Lim YoonA, widely recognized for her roles in K-Dramas like The K2, King the Land, and Love Rain, is all set to headline tvN’s latest fantasy romance drama, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty.

The show, which is based on a well-known online book, stars YoonA as Yeon Ji Young, a French chef who won an award and is suddenly thrust 500 years into the past.

She encounters Lee Heon (Lee Chae Min), a terrifying tyrant king regarded as the worst despot in history and a foodie, in this strange time period.

The series will debut on tvN on August 23rd, according to a promo video YoonA unveiled on Instagram on Saturday.








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With Lim YoonA and Lee Chae Min showcasing their on-screen chemistry, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty is sure to be a delightful mix of romance and comedy. Yeon Ji Young's unexpected appearance in the royal kitchen of a bygone era is at the heart of the captivating plot, which leaves viewers wondering how her presence changes the dynamics of the palace.

Wearing the traditional clothing of a sooksoo, the royal chef in charge of preparing elaborate feasts, YoonA is seen in recently released stills completely inhabiting her role. She is shown managing the kitchen crew with poise and confidence, giving away her character's strong presence and complex personality.

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In contrast, King Yeonhui, played by Lee Chae Min, is a multifaceted monarch who is cunning, formidable, and brutally picky about his cuisine.

His palace staff constantly fears his harsh critiques, but everything begins to change with the arrival of the bold new chef. As Yeon Ji Young disrupts his culinary world, she might just stir something unexpected in his heart too.

Entertainment desk
first published: Jul 26, 2025 01:51 pm

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