Am writing this review after rewatching it for a second time after a year.
First time I Started to watch this show because of the lead cast. Jang Na Ra and choi jin hyuk whom loved in fated to love you, To my surprise shin sung rok was a really surprising element who turns from devil to lover. He totally stealed the show with his amazing performance. I really did came for JNR and CJH but ended up admiring shin sung rok.
And second time I watched the show due to SSR.
Story- monarchy korean empire running for more than 100 years. Well only thing i guessed that ending would be that it will end up as democratic country. Show was very fast pacing.I liked modern monarchy drama and seen a few more before.
Acting- without a pinch of doubt shin sung rok. What is a good villain.some1 whom who hate with every scene when you see and resent him.CJH and JNR were incredible. I have been following JNR for quite a bit and she surprises me with each of her performance.she was absolutely marvellous a empress from a middle class background. CJH as bodyguard was very awesome, I felt bad when he was not there for the last few epi, because of his prior engagement but still he made a mark for on the show. I loved how he cared for empress.
Music- its nice and had made to my playlist
Rewatch- yes I already did twice and then am writing this review