SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: Craving a sweet escape filled with laughter and heartwarming romance? What’s better than ‘Queen of Tears,’ the newest K-drama sensation? Premiering on March 9th, 2024, this tvN and Netflix co-production promises a delightful journey for fans of the genre.
Starring the power couple of Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won, ‘Queen of Tears’ follows the story of Baek Hyun-woo and Hong Hae-in, a seemingly perfect couple adored by the public. However, beneath the glossy facade lies a reality far from ideal. As marital troubles threaten to tear them apart, an unexpected twist emerges: the key to saving their relationship might just be falling back in love.
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Helmed by the critically acclaimed writer Park Ji-eun, known for her hit dramas ‘Crash Landing On You’ and ‘My Love From the Stars,’ ‘Queen of Tears’ promises a captivating blend of humor and emotional depth. Get ready to be swept away by a story that explores the complexities of love, the power of commitment, and the unexpected ways we rediscover happiness in the face of challenges.
How Hyu-Woo and Hong Hae-in’s fairytale life reaches to divorce?
The premiere episode of ‘Queen of Tears’ establishes a seemingly perfect couple, Baek Hyun-woo and Hong Hae-in, riddled with unspoken tension beneath the surface. We begin with a glimpse into their past, a whirlwind romance that defied societal expectations.
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Hyun-woo, an entry-level employee, falls for Hae-in, unaware of her status as the heiress of the Queens Group Department Stores. However, upon discovering her identity, he mysteriously disappears from her life. Hae-in, a powerful businesswoman, relentlessly pursues him, culminating in their grand ‘wedding of the century.’
Fast forward to the present. The once passionate couple now inhabits separate rooms and lives. Hyun-woo, the legal team leader, feels stifled by the family dynamics, constantly treated as an outsider despite his marriage to the CEO. Hae-in, on the other hand, exudes an air of control and independence.
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An unexpected twist stops the divorce
The episode cleverly utilizes contrasting conversations between the couple to reveal the disparity in their perspectives. While Hyun-woo reminisces fondly about their initial connection, Hae-in remembers their first encounter with a hint of manipulation.
The cracks in their relationship become evident as Hyun-woo contemplates divorce. He feels unappreciated and longs for a life where his voice is heard. However, fear of Hae-in and her influential family halts his actions. Just as he prepares to confront her with divorce papers, a bombshell drops. Hae-in reveals she has a terminal illness with only three months to live.
This unexpected twist throws Hyun-woo’s plans into disarray. He abandons his divorce intentions, offering comfort and apologizing for his behavior.
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