Empress Ki

The drama follows Ki Seung Nyang's life journey, marked by unexpected twists and turns, as she rises to the peak of power as Empress Ki. Throughout her life, Seung Nyang faces various tragic events and injustices.

Fate intervenes when she meets Wang Yoo, the royal crown prince disguised as a commoner. Despite falling in love, fate leads them down different paths, with Seung Nyang eventually marrying Emperor Ta Hwan (Ji Chang Wook).

However, as empress, Ki Seung Nyang shows her strength by helping her husband in facing political enemies in the struggle for royal power. Then, how will Ki Seung Nyang's story continue to reach the peak of power?

The drama has caused some controversy. It's been criticized for not sticking to the real historical facts about Empress Ki's family, which was involved in a major attack in Goryeo. In the show, the Empress is shown as a perfect and heroic figure.