Moon Sang Min is a Royal Prince by Day, Bandit Hunter by Night in 'To My Beloved Thief'

What happens when a Joseon prince's soul gets swapped with the very thief he’s hunting? Actor Moon Sang Min is set to explore this royal dilemma as Prince Yi Yeol in the upcoming drama 'To My Beloved Thief,' starring opposite Nam Ji Hyun in a fantasy romance that promises high-stakes and identity chaos.

A Prince's Double Life

According to recently shared details, Moon Sang Min's character, Yi Yeol, is a dedicated royal prince who spends his days and nights pursuing a mysterious bandit known as Gil Dong. Opposite him, Nam Ji Hyun plays Hong Eun Jo, a woman who unexpectedly becomes the bandit he's chasing. Their lives become irrevocably entangled when their souls are switched, forcing the hunter and the hunted to live in each other's shoes.

Body-Swap Chaos in the Joseon Era

The soul-switching premise catapults 'To My Beloved Thief' beyond a typical historical drama, often known as sageuk in Korea. Viewers can anticipate a blend of comedy and tension as a prince navigates the rugged life of a thief, while a commoner attempts to maintain royal decorum. This fantasy element injects a modern, unpredictable twist into the traditional period setting.