MBC’s New Revenge Drama ‘The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun’ to Premiere June 9

MBC (Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation) has officially announced the premiere date of its upcoming daily drama, The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun, set to air on June 9 at 7:05 PM KST. This new series promises an intense revenge tale that explores a mother’s battle against an unjust world after being turned from victim to supposed perpetrator.

The drama stars veteran actress Jang Shin-young in the role of Baek Seol-hee, a warm but strong-willed woman who has spent 16 years raising her daughter alone. Seol-hee leads a modest life running a beloved local eatery named after her daughter, ‘Miso Bunsik.’ Her life takes a dark turn when an unexpected entanglement with a powerful chaebol family drags her into a gripping vortex of conspiracy and revenge.

Two newly released teaser posters vividly depict Seol-hee’s transformation from gentle mother to a figure of fierce resolve. The first poster features Jang Shin-young in a red gown standing boldly against an aristocratic backdrop, clutching a rose — a symbolic nod to both grace and pain. The scattered petals at her feet hint at the tragedy that has upended her life. The caption across the image reads: “Since that day, I decided to give up everything,” underscoring the heroine’s devastating turning point.

The second teaser showcases a close-up of Seol-hee’s face against the backdrop of the sun, capturing her hardened expression and unwavering determination. Her eyes, filled with righteous fury, leave a chilling promise of vengeance, capturing the essence of the show’s narrative theme — a woman who will stop at nothing to seek justice.

The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun follows on the heels of MBC’s previous popular daily series, Desperate Mrs. Seon-joo, continuing the network’s tradition of emotionally-driven melodramas. With its powerful female lead and suspenseful storyline, this drama is already generating buzz among K-drama enthusiasts looking for their next captivating watch.