The upcoming KBS weekend drama To My Beloved Thief brings together Nam Ji Hyun and Moon Sang Min in a sweeping romantic fantasy that promises danger, destiny, and redemption. The series follows two unlikely heroes who risk everything to protect their country—and each other.
Set to premiere on January 3, 2026, at 9:20 p.m. (KST), To My Beloved Thief tells the story of a woman who rises to become the world’s most elusive thief and a grand prince who relentlessly pursues her. Their fates take an unexpected turn when their souls are mysteriously swapped, forcing them to live each other’s lives and ultimately join forces for the greater good.
Nam Ji Hyun, celebrated for her nuanced performances in series like Suspicious Partner and Little Women, plays Hong Eun Jo—a nobleman’s daughter born to a slave mother, who becomes a kind of folk hero while secretly helping the poor and sick. Her world turns upside down when she suddenly finds herself trapped in the body of the prince chasing her. Fans are eager to see how Nam captures the humor and emotion of a heroine caught between two worlds.
Moon Sang Min, known for his breakout role in Under the Queen’s Umbrella, stars as Grand Prince Lee Yeol. Despite his royal status and commanding presence, Lee Yeol prefers a laid-back life in the capital, indulging his fascination with solving crimes at the Podo Cheong, the era’s police bureau. His encounter with the enigmatic thief sets off a chain of events that blurs the line between duty and desire.
To My Beloved Thief promises a vibrant mix of romance, comedy, and adventure as Hong Eun Jo and Lee Yeol navigate their body-swapped lives. Through their reversed roles, they begin to understand each other’s struggles—and fall for one another in the process.
Recently unveiled teaser posters have fueled anticipation, showing the two leads gazing toward the same sky, surrounded by drifting flower petals—a symbolic image of longing and fate. With its star power, fantasy twist, and historical backdrop, To My Beloved Thief is poised to become one of K-drama fans’ most anticipated series of 2026.
The series premieres January 3, 2026, at 9:20 p.m. (KST) on KBS 2TV.
