Perhaps the most anticipated segment of the spin-off, this story reveals the true first encounter between Kim So-yong (Shin Hye-sun) and King Cheoljong (Kim Jung-hyun) before she was officially chosen as queen.
The highly popular South Korean historical comedy-fantasy drama ( 철인왕후 ), which aired on tvN from December 12, 2020, to February 14, 2021, became a massive hit, securing its place among the network's top five highest-rated dramas of all time. Due to this overwhelming popularity, the production team prepared a special two-episode spin-off titled Mr. Queen: The Bamboo Forest ( 철인왕후: 대나무숲 ). Aired on the same days as the final episodes of the main series — February 13 and 14, 2021 — this spin-off serves as a delightful epilogue that fills in narrative gaps and explores untold stories from within the palace walls. The title "Bamboo Forest" holds special meaning, as in Korean culture, a bamboo forest symbolizes a place where secrets are whispered and hidden stories come to light.
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Explores the true first encounter between the real Kim So-yong and King Cheoljong.
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focuses on "behind-the-palace-curtain" shenanigans, humor, and quirky character interactions. Key Story Segments
Initially, the Bamboo Forest is where the male soul (Bong-hwan) in the Queen’s body tries to escape or cope. He sneaks there to: Perhaps the most anticipated segment of the spin-off,
Joseon court life is rigid, but The Bamboo Forest injects a dose of competitive absurdity. This segment features a royal match of traditional sports and games. The competitive spirit of the modern chef inside So-yong flares up, leading to hilarious interactions with the King and the royal guards. 3. The Royal Chef’s Secret