If you haven’t been watching SBS’s My Royal Nemesis, this week’s episode stills might just be the push you needed to start. Heo Nam Jun’s Cha Se Gye is going all out to win Lim Ji Yeon’s heart — and honestly, a man who sends a coffee truck to your film set and then shows up himself? That’s the dream.
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My Royal Nemesis: Drama Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Drama Title | My Royal Nemesis |
| Network | SBS |
| Lead Cast | Lim Ji Yeon, Heo Nam Jun |
| Characters | Shin Seo Ri (Lim Ji Yeon), Cha Se Gye (Heo Nam Jun) |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy / Fantasy |
| Next Episode | May 22, 2026 — 9:50 p.m. KST |
What Is My Royal Nemesis About?
SBS’s My Royal Nemesis is a new romantic comedy starring Lim Ji Yeon as Shin Seo Ri, a struggling actress who is suddenly possessed by the spirit of a notorious villainess from the Joseon era. Heo Nam Jun stars as Cha Se Gye, a ruthless chaebol heir who is known as a “monster created by capitalism.”
A modern actress haunted by a centuries-old villainess spirit, falling for a cold-blooded chaebol who is slowly defrosting — it’s the kind of wild, genre-blending premise that K-drama does better than anyone.
What Happens in the Latest Episode Stills?
The previous episode ended with Cha Se Gye and Shin Seo Ri sharing a romantic embrace. In order to prove his feelings for her, Cha Se Gye pulled Shin Seo Ri in for a hug so that she could hear how fast his heart was beating.
And now, he’s doubling down. In newly released stills from the drama’s next episode, Cha Se Gye sets out to properly woo Shin Seo Ri by making his feelings for her as clear as possible. Not only does he send a coffee truck to her filming set, but he even makes a personal visit to show his support. The gesture appears to be a success, with Shin Seo Ri happily posing for photos in front of the coffee truck with adorable, childlike glee.
Another photo piques curiosity by showing Shin Seo Ri holding a large bouquet of roses with a thoughtful, somewhat troubled expression — hinting that even as the romance blossoms, something complicated may be lurking just around the corner. soompi
The coffee truck gesture, hugely popular in Korean entertainment culture as a way to show support and affection, lands beautifully here as a sign that even the coldest chaebol can thaw when the right person is involved.
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When to Watch?
To find out whether Cha Se Gye’s courtship offensive will succeed, catch the next episode of My Royal Nemesis on May 22 at 9:50 p.m. KST.
FAQs
Q: What is My Royal Nemesis about on SBS?
A: It stars Lim Ji Yeon as a struggling actress possessed by a Joseon-era villainess spirit, and Heo Nam Jun as a ruthless chaebol heir — their unlikely entanglement forms the heart of this romantic fantasy comedy.
Q: What happens in the upcoming episode of My Royal Nemesis?
A: Cha Se Gye goes all out to win Shin Seo Ri’s heart, sending a coffee truck to her film set and making a personal appearance — though a rose bouquet scene hints there may still be emotional complications ahead.
