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Romance Done Right… Until the Saudi Prince Showed Up
King the Land delivers a sweet and visually beautiful romance between Gu Won (Lee Junho) and Cheon Sa-rang (Yoona). Their chemistry is undeniable, with some truly romantic kiss scenes and a refreshing lack of miscommunication. Both leads are emotionally mature, and it’s nice to see a drama where they actually talk things out. The romance was such a treat to watch that I found myself grinning throughout, especially during their heart-fluttering and tempting kiss scenes.
Sa-rang’s friends were also a highlight — warm, genuine, and fun. Most female characters felt grounded, except for Gu Won’s sister, who felt a bit off.
But the drama has its flaws. Gu Won’s constant “Are you hurt?” in even minor situations felt a bit clichéd and repetitive. The biggest issue, though, was the Arab prince subplot — awkward, culturally tone-deaf, and often hard to watch. I know it was meant for humor and comedy, but it felt a bit too much. The prince keeps crossing boundaries, and Sa-rang just goes along with it in the name of “professionalism,” even agreeing to a fake wedding. I genuinely wish they’d skipped that entire episode; without it, this drama could have easily been a solid 9/10.
Still, if you enjoy soft, romantic K-dramas with strong leads and minimal drama, this one’s worth your time — just be ready to cringe a little during the prince episodes.
Sa-rang’s friends were also a highlight — warm, genuine, and fun. Most female characters felt grounded, except for Gu Won’s sister, who felt a bit off.
But the drama has its flaws. Gu Won’s constant “Are you hurt?” in even minor situations felt a bit clichéd and repetitive. The biggest issue, though, was the Arab prince subplot — awkward, culturally tone-deaf, and often hard to watch. I know it was meant for humor and comedy, but it felt a bit too much. The prince keeps crossing boundaries, and Sa-rang just goes along with it in the name of “professionalism,” even agreeing to a fake wedding. I genuinely wish they’d skipped that entire episode; without it, this drama could have easily been a solid 9/10.
Still, if you enjoy soft, romantic K-dramas with strong leads and minimal drama, this one’s worth your time — just be ready to cringe a little during the prince episodes.
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