Born in 1990 and unmarried at 35, actress Im YoonA is captivating audiences with her outstanding performance in tvN’s weekend drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty.
In the series (directed by Jang Tae-yoo, written by fGRD, planned by Studio Dragon, produced by Film Grida and Jung Universe), Im YoonA plays Yeon Ji-yeong, a French cuisine chef who unexpectedly time-slips into the past and encounters the worst tyrant blessed with an extraordinary palate.
Her portrayal of Ji-yeong has been praised for embodying independence and resilience. Even when thrown into an unfamiliar era, Ji-yeong holds firmly to her values and professional pride, showing a confident and proactive spirit that deeply resonates with viewers.
Im YoonA skillfully navigates between determination and wit, delivering tension and humor in equal measure. Her expressive eyes, nuanced delivery, and impeccable rhythm in line interpretation have earned her acclaim as being “Yeon Ji-yeong herself.”
Her chemistry with fellow cast members including Lee Chae-min (as King Yi Heon), Kang Han-na, Yoon Seo-ah, and Oh Eui-sik adds layers of intrigue and vitality to the story, keeping every scene engaging.
Thanks to her stellar performance, Im YoonA ranked first in the overall TV actor popularity index for two consecutive weeks. Bon Appétit, Your Majesty also topped the TV-OTT drama popularity charts for two straight weeks (according to Good Data Corporation’s FUNdex), set a new 2025 tvN drama ratings record within just four episodes, and reached #2 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) chart.
Bon Appétit, Your Majesty airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 p.m. on tvN.
Sources: naver
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