After dominating TV and online platforms, tvN’s Bon Appétit, Your Majesty has officially wrapped up its first season, setting new milestones in 2025 Korean drama history and teasing fans with the promise of a second season.
A Record-Breaking Culinary Fantasy
Starring YoonA, Lee Chae-min, and Kang Han-na, the historical-fantasy romance soared to new heights by blending time travel, palace intrigue, and gourmet artistry.
According to Nielsen Korea, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty recorded a nationwide average rating of 17.1%, peaking at 19.4% nationwide and 20% in the Seoul metropolitan area during its finale. This achievement made it the highest-rated tvN drama of 2025, surpassing Crash Course in Romance’s previous record of 17.0%.
The drama also topped Good Data Corporation’s TV–OTT buzz ranking for five consecutive weeks and ranked No.1 globally on Netflix’s non-English TV category for two weeks straight, according to Netflix Tudum.
Yoona’s Transformation Captivates Viewers
In the drama, YoonA stars as Yeon Ji-young, a passionate French chef who time-slips into the past and meets the tyrannical yet sensitive King Lee Heon (Lee Chae-min). Through her culinary skills, she heals his emotional wounds and changes his destiny.
Critics praised YoonA’s performance for her realistic portrayal she reportedly practiced French and Korean royal cuisine for months before filming. Her chemistry with Lee Chae-min created an addictive romance that balanced sweetness, tension, and humor.
“Yoona’s duality gentle yet determined elevated the drama beyond a typical time-slip romance,” one entertainment critic noted.
Directed by Jang Tae-yoo, known for My Love from the Star, the series stood out for its elegant cinematography and mouthwatering depictions of royal cuisine. Each episode featured creative fusion dishes combining traditional Korean ingredients with modern French techniques, sparking social media trends and inspiring food content creators worldwide.
“Bon Appétit, Your Majesty” and “Queen Mantis” End on a High Note
The show concluded just as SBS’s Queen Mantis (starring Go Hyun-jung) wrapped up, with both dramas receiving strong critical acclaim. Mantis achieved 7.4% ratings (peaking at 10.3%), closing with a teaser for its own Season 2.
Together, these two series marked a powerhouse weekend for Korean dramas, blending romance, mystery, and high production values and proving that 2025 has been a banner year for K-dramas.
Season 2 Tease and What’s Next
In the final scene of Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, Ji-young returns to the modern world, only to find traces of King Lee Heon’s existence still lingering in her life a mysterious letter hinting at unfinished destiny.
The ending sparked online discussions, with fans flooding forums like Theqoo and Nate Pann asking, “Will they reunite across time again?” and “Is Season 2 already confirmed?”
While tvN has not yet released an official statement, the production team hinted at continuing the story. A representative shared, “We’re exploring various directions for Season 2, focusing on how Ji-young and Lee Heon’s love transcends time.”
With its blend of heartfelt storytelling, stunning visuals, and cultural creativity, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty didn’t just serve a love story — it delivered a full-course masterpiece that satisfied viewers worldwide.
Sources: Naver
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