A ruthless chaebol. A struggling actress. And a centuries-old spirit with zero patience for the 21st century. SBS’s My Royal Nemesis is shaping up to be the rom-com of 2026 — and the script reading just proved it.
My Royal Nemesis: Drama Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Drama Title | My Royal Nemesis (also: Wicked World) |
| Network | SBS |
| Premiere | May 2026 |
| Director | Han Tae Seob |
| Screenwriter | Kang Hyun Ju |
| Lead Actors | Lim Ji Yeon, Heo Nam Jun |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy / Fantasy |
What Is “My Royal Nemesis” About?
My Royal Nemesis is a rom-com about unknown actress Shin Seo Ri (Lim Ji Yeon), who becomes possessed by the spirit of a notorious villainess from the Joseon era, and Cha Se Gye (Heo Nam Jun), a ruthless chaebol known as the “monster of capitalism.”
It’s fish-out-of-water meets enemies-to-lovers — with a 500-year-old villain steering the ship. We are so here for it.
Who Plays Who? Full Cast Breakdown
Lim Ji Yeon plays Shin Seo Ri, an actress yet to make her mark, who gets possessed by Joseon-era villainess Kang Dan Shim — and at the script reading, she perfectly captured the character’s razor-sharp nature as Kang Dan Shim navigates survival in the modern world.
Heo Nam Jun portrays Cha Se Gye, heir to the powerful Chail Group, who — in a delightful twist — is easily controlled by Shin Seo Ri, already showing electric chemistry with Lim Ji Yeon at the table read.
Jang Seung Jo plays Cha Se Gye’s distant cousin Choi Moon Do, carefully depicting a dual nature — a gentle exterior hiding deep ambition — while Kim Min Seok, Lee Se Hee, and Chae Seo An round out the ensemble, with a special appearance from veteran actress Kim Hae Sook. soompi
Why This Drama Could Be a Massive Hit
The blend of Joseon dynasty history with modern-day chaos is a wildly fun concept that Korean drama has rarely explored quite this way. Add in a power-reversing romance where the “monster of capitalism” is wrapped around a possessed actress’s finger, and you have a recipe for pure binge-worthy television.
The production team noted that the cast showcased chemistry so perfect, it was hard to believe it was their very first meeting. soompi If the script reading looks this good, imagine the actual drama.
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