The King: Eternal Monarch

Eun soon-Kim is fast becoming my favorite #KDrama writer. I loved watching the #Goblin series and decide to give this show a watch and it did not disappoint!! It's was engaging and so interesting to watch. I loved the entire cast but especially Lee Min Ho and Kim Go Eun. Brilliant on screen magic between the two, and I loved how fiesty the Lieutenant is!! Wonderful to see strong women roles on screen. It's a touching love story and it's supported ably by a very interesting plot. Beautiful production and soundtrack. Very memorable. It's a must see.

Ok, the first 3 episode, I was kind of disappointed. I thought there's a lot a slow motion and a bit too slow, I almost fall asleep watching it. But after watching the 4the episode, I'm hook. I can't wait to watch the next one. I am excited about it and I can't wait to see more of Lee min Ho and see where the story go!

A story of parallel Korea's where one is a republic and one is a monarchy. It is cleverly done with a storyline which you need to pay attention too as events in one world affect the other. It is very well acted with some outstanding performances from lesser characters as well as the main cast. The action, humour, romance elements are well balanced and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I don't know why people are saying this started slow? There is a ton of action in the beginning. I think there is enough to set the stage for viewers to know a lot can/probably will happen in this series. They have done a great job building out the characters backstories and side stories along the way. This is my first kdrama and I love the cinematography and some of the transitions. There are some cultural things implied here...context about the history of Korea and some local cultural things (celebrities, food, etc) but even when I don't exactly get the joke or reference, I can still tell that it what is going on. So far this whole thing gives me a prince and me mixed with lion king vibe. Loving it!

The plot progresses slowly, so do not expect a lot thrill happening right away. Nonetheless, everything else is all perfectly balanced - the aesthetics, soundtracks, and of course actors! Lee Min Ho, as always, is unmatched. The drama has perfectly blended comedy, thriller, romance, and suspense of it all. So far, I have watched 8 episodes and the story is still unfolding itself. I believe the last 8 episodes will be packed with the gist of the overall plot.