5 Charismatic Queens From K-Dramas We Would Totally Serve Under

In a monarchy usually dominated by the king, here's a few charismatically charming queens that we would totally serve under.

Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor
3 min to read · Published : Feb 24, 2024

5 Charismatic Queens From K-Dramas We Would Totally Serve Under

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There's an incredible amount of amazing historical K-Dramas that grace millions of small screens every year. They hold everything from political struggles, nail-biting action, and tender romance. The many stories strike at viewers' hearts in a way that they'll be remembering the scenes for months on end.

For many parts of these dramas, it's the riveting storylines and eye-catching plot that immerses viewers from beginning to end. But what makes these series so great are the incredible characters that develop overtime and win the hearts of drama fans worldwide. While much focus is shown towards the king of the nation, sometimes it's the queen that takes all the spotlight. They showcase their worth and portray that there's more to ruling a kingdom than

With that in mind, here's a few charismatically charming queens that we would totally serve under.

1. Ki SeungNyang (Ha JiWon) - "Empress Ki"

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Legendary actress Ha JiWon was highly praised for her portrayal of Ki SeungNyang, the Ki Empress. While the series spanned a total of 51 episodes, Ha JiWon, along with the rest of the cast, were able to keep viewers immersed from beginning to end. Ki SeungNyang's ability to work behind the scenes yet still let her presence be known is outstanding, showcasing her ability to stand up to her enemies all on her own. With so much strength as a single person, with people behind her Ki SeungNyang's strength is multiplied tenfold, able to conquer millions of viewers' hearts in a second.

2. Queen HwaRyeong (Kim HyeSoo) - "Under The Queen's Umbrella"

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Queen HwaRyeong carried an indisputable grace that shone through the darkness. Despite the various hardships she faced, Queen HwaRyeong never cracked underneath the pressure and continued moving to the beat of her own drum. Her astounding resilience made her an invaluable asset to the king, as well as his most beloved partner. Right until the finale, she shows all the reasons why she deserves to have the title of Queen.

3. Tae Al Ha (Kim OkBin) - "Arthdal Chronicles"

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Tae Al Ha isn't your typical Queen who solely uses her words to resolve conflicts. She's the type of person to rush on the battlefield and stand side by side with her King and army to fight to retain her spot of power. She's cunning and a trained killer, able to inflict fear in the hearts of her enemies. While Tae Al Ha does possess some form of motherly care, she's a Queen you would not want to mess with. Although serving under her banner would provide some well desired perks and a lifetime's worth of protection.

4. Shin ChaeKyung (Park MinYoung) - "Queen For Seven Days"

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Although she's the queen of rom-coms, Park MinYoung has constantly showcased her ability to take on any genre out there. She absolutely grew in her role as Shin ChaeKyung, earning praise from critics and netizens alike. If the title wasn't a dead giveaway, she does need to relinquish her throne. However, throughout the series you'll find yourself wholeheartedly rooting for Shin ChaeKyung and that even if she must vacate her position as queen, she'll find some happiness waiting for her in the end.

5. Queen Kim SoYong (Shin HaeSun) - "Mr. Queen"

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While many historical K-Dramas are wrought with intense heartache and gripping political struggles, "Mr. Queen" errs more on comedy and will have you clutching to your sides in laughter. Park HyeSun's portrayal of Queen Kim SoYoung will have you smiling from ear to ear, silently hoping for the drama to never end. Just imagining being one of her attendants brings an immense joy that you would want to last forever.

Which K-Drama Queen would you want to serve under?