| Overview: | It's a different Korea, where Kings and Queens rule and a beautiful palace sits in the heart of modern-day Seoul. Released in Korea as Goong (aka. Princess Hours), and based on the popular Mangwa, Palace journeys into the fantastic world where present day Korea is still ruled by the Joseon Dynasty.
Chae-Gyung, (Yoon Eun-Hye) is just an ordinary, klutzy and socially awkward highschool girl from a modest family. Although she is not particulary smart or beautiful, Cahe-Gyung is compassionate, free-spirited and fiercely loyal to her loved onces.
Shin-Goon, (Joo Ji-Hoon) is the handsome but outwardly unemotional Crown Prince of Korea. He dreams of becoming a film producer and longs for a life free of the crown's obligations. Although everyone believes him to be the perfect prince charming, he has secretly vowed to give up the throne for his freedom.
Chae-Gyung and Shin-Goon lives are worlds apart, however, those worlds are about to collide when they discover they are betrolved to be married! Before their births, Chae-Gyung's grandfather saved the emporer's life during the Japanese invasion of Korea. As a token of his appreciation, the emperor promised Chae-Gyung's grandfather that she will one day marry the crown prince. Will Chae-Gyung and Shin-Goon be able to straighten out this royal mess?
Palace is truly a spectacular cinematic experience with its kaleidoscope of over the top set design, elaborate costumes and vividely colored cinematography. Royal secrets, love triangles, and plots to overthrow the thrown all await you in this imaginative romantic comedy of rags-to-riches.
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