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My Royal Nemesis

My Royal Nemesis is a 2026 South Korean romantic fantasy comedy television series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

My Royal Nemesis is a 2026 South Korean romantic fantasy comedy television series. It follows a Joseon-era villainess who awakens in modern-day Seoul and becomes entangled with a ruthless chaebol heir while trying to change her fate. The series is directed by Han Tae-seop and written by Kang Hyun-joo.

Premise

The series follows a Joseon-era villainess who is condemned to die and then wakes up in modern-day Seoul. She must navigate a new life while trying to alter the fate that once awaited her.

Cast and characters

Lim Ji-yeon plays Kang Dan-shim and Shin Seo-ri, while Heo Nam-jun plays Cha Se-gye. Jang Seung-jo is also part of the main cast.

Production

Netflix identifies Han Tae-seop as director and Kang Hyun-joo as screenwriter. Promotional material presents the show as a Korean romantic fantasy comedy released in 2026.

Release

Netflix lists the series as a 2026 release, with Tudum stating that it began streaming on May 8, 2026. The series is described as a limited series with 14 episodes. The series is available on Netflix, making it accessible to Canadian viewers.

Key facts

  • The series centers on Kang Dan-shim, a Joseon-era woman whose soul awakens in the body of a modern actress.
  • The story is framed as a love-hate relationship with Cha Se-gye, a modern chaebol heir.
  • Netflix lists the series under romance and Korean TV comedy categories.
  • The cast includes Lim Ji-yeon, Heo Nam-jun, and Jang Seung-jo.
  • Netflix Tudum describes the series as a limited series with 14 episodes.
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Canadian context

The series is available on Netflix, making it accessible to Canadian viewers through the same streaming platform.

Frequently asked questions

What is My Royal Nemesis?
My Royal Nemesis is a 2026 South Korean romantic fantasy comedy television series about a Joseon-era woman who wakes up in modern-day Seoul.
Who stars in My Royal Nemesis?
Netflix lists Lim Ji-yeon, Heo Nam-jun, and Jang Seung-jo as principal cast members.
What is the plot of My Royal Nemesis?
A doomed Joseon villainess awakens in the present day and becomes involved with a powerful chaebol heir while trying to change her destiny.
When was My Royal Nemesis released?
Netflix Tudum states that the series premiered on May 8, 2026.
How many episodes does My Royal Nemesis have?
Netflix Tudum describes it as a limited series comprising 14 episodes.

References

  1. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/82682323
    Supports: Official synopsis, 2026 release year, genre labels, main cast, and creator credits.
  2. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/my-royal-nemesis-release-date-news
    Supports: Plot summary, cast details, director and writer credits, release date, and episode count.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/my-royal-nemesis
    Supports: Genre classification, original language, network, release date, and series synopsis.
  4. Netflix — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPAHynPDHbo
    Supports: Official trailer synopsis and release messaging.